The Grand Dowager wanted to send her off, but Old Madam Shen pointed to Xiqiu and said, "Let her see me off, you can rest in the room."
The Grand Dowager nodded toward Xiqiu, and Xiqiu supported Old Madam Shen out the door. As they walked on the path, Old Madam Shen held her hand and praised, "I've heard people say Fourth Master Xiao married a capable woman; today I finally see it. With so many people coming and going, everything is arranged by you alone without any slip-ups. Truly commendable!"
Xiqiu blushed hearing this and replied, "It's not my arrangement. The housekeepers in the mansion are experienced; they can handle these things well without my instructions."
Old Madam Shen smiled, nodding silently, and said, "Even if the housekeepers handle it, you must have authority. I've heard you just took over the management and can now even handle such major matters... Whether one is capable or not, everyone is watching."
