Mocking

Qiao Xuan smiled serenely as she addressed the gathering. "The temperature and humidity disparities between the greenhouse and its surroundings can easily affect orchids. These delicate flowers are highly sensitive to such changes, a fact that is quite evident."

Everyone present. "…."

Indeed, it had not been an effortless journey for her.

"I understand," concurred Secondary Concubine Shi, nodding graciously. She turned to Madame Shao with a smile and added, "Madame Shao possesses an unparalleled understanding of this subject. Only she can discern such subtleties. We can't claim to possess such discerning tastes."

Laughter echoed through the room as the ladies and madames joined in.

Some couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy. They dubbed it sheer luck.

In the past, no one paid attention to her. No one laughed at her, looked down on her, or belittled her for her humble beginnings, akin to a mere floral artisan tending to plants and flowers.