When Qu Fulan returned to the banquet with Princess Qing, the competition between the two sides had reached a fervent peak.
One side had just finished dancing, when the other side began singing and playing music, accompanied by poetry and prose.
The talented men and women who performed on stage did very well, each being as strong as the other, showcasing impressive skills.
Those who were able to perform on stage already had some talent and fame, along with good family backgrounds; otherwise, how could they shine in such a setting?
However, talented individuals without influential family backgrounds could also perform, as long as they were extraordinarily gifted and recognized.
For women, it's different. Without good family backgrounds, they lack the means to learn various skills from a young age, let alone attend such banquets.
