In a small room on the upper floor of the trading company,
a space so cramped it seemed challenging to fit even a few people,
yet here, six or so individuals were gathered.

A thinly spread bedding lay in the center,
and Madam Mi stood before it, bowing respectfully.

“I am Horan Mi of the Mi family, responsible for the Baekhwa Trading Company. It is an honor to meet the young lady of the Northern Sea Palace.”

Madam Mi spoke formally, to which the person lying on the bedding responded with a faint smile.

“Oh, there’s no …