After sending the betrothal gifts, the next step was to set the date. The Princely Heir's wedding date was finally confirmed, set for October 18th, after the imperial examination, leaving two months for the preparations to begin.
However, the Old Madam was not in a hurry to prepare for the wedding, but was busy with another matter. This was the first diplomatic event after returning to the Capital, the palace banquet not counting since this time it was hosting guests at home.
The Old Madam had always disliked socializing, but now that she was in the Capital, social diplomacy among the ladies was imperative. Not to mention anything else, the grandchildren were growing up, so it was good to plan ahead; besides, it would give the granddaughters some exposure, preventing them from being like frogs at the bottom of a well and limiting themselves.
