In short, the more flippant, the better right now!
The Old Master Qi, who had been silent until now, spoke up, "Since everyone is here, no matter how busy you are, you shouldn't mind delaying for a while to have a meal together!"
His pair of bright, discerning eyes seemed to fix intently on Hua Xiaomo for a moment. He still remembered that she was Hua Renda's youngest daughter!
Since Old Master Qi had spoken, those present, regardless of their private thoughts, reined them in.
Several people sat together at the table. Soon the dishes were served, and they began to eat, but hardly anyone spoke. However, Hua Xiaomo, unconstrained by etiquette, began to eat and drink heartily, not standing on ceremony with anyone.
When she noticed the strange glances from others, she simply grinned back at them cheerfully, indifferent to their approval or disapproval. After all, she was perfectly content to play the fool, act ignorant, and feast to her heart's content.
