Carriage Ride
The carriage they rode in would have been considered by many to be understated. It was a simple carriage with enough room to sit six people, three on either side, and while the interior contained soft cushions and nice decorations, many nobles had more luxurious carriages.
The Hou Family did not believe in displaying their wealth unless needed. It was one of the many lessons Hou Jingshu’s father had taught her.
They did have fancy carriages they used when the situation called for it, such as when they were traveling to meet a noble under their dominion. In fact, they had several different carriages, each one with a different purpose. When displaying their wealth was not necessary, the Hou Family’s preferred method of travel was a simple carriage with the family crest printed boldly on either side.