"How about we just tell the truth?"
The maid accompanying Qin Qing exchanged glances with another maid, who felt it was agreeable and complied.
"Madam Tang, to be honest, this fabric was reserved long ago by another lady of the house. I see it can make two outfits for summer attire. Since we're all family, could you perhaps negotiate and have the other lady share half of the fabric with you?"
Another lady?
Regardless of whether it was possible to share half with Qin Qing, Qin Qing came to buy fabric to sew a dress, not without finding a way to keep Tang Rao closer. Her attire was meant to be unique, distinct from what Tang Rao's other women wore. What sense did it make?
Furthermore, Qin Qing was curious about who this other lady was. Who could she be?
"Who exactly is this other lady you speak of?"
There are only so many women in the household. They are so occupied with business, how can they find time to specifically come to a tailor shop to choose fabrics and make outfits?
