Gu Antong had thought it would take some time to dig up the inside story, but to her surprise, her mother already knew a thing or two.
Liu Yun mentally recorded another mark against Bai Suihe, wondering what kind of attitude that woman had shown her daughter to make her care so much.
"The Bai family is incredibly wealthy. No one knows exactly how many businesses they own," Liu Yun explained.
"Your grandfather was able to achieve what he has today largely because of the Bai family's support.
"They might keep a low profile, but word has it they love sponsoring impoverished scholars. Many officials in the imperial court have benefited from their generosity.
"However, since those poor scholars have limited experience and resources, very few ever reach high positions.
"Your grandfather was lucky enough to be promoted to a second-rank Assistant Minister, which was why he could marry his legitimate daughter into the Gu Mansion.
