Chapter 871

Aurelia’s face burned as she stood there in shame.

Carmella got up and around the long table to slowly make her way to Aurelia. She pointed at one of the garments and told her, “This is one of the gold-couching techniques. The raw material for the gold thread used here comes from a neighboring country of Southeast Aciatic. The annual yield isn’t a lot, so it’s very precious. The thread is soft and fragile, not having much flexibility, so one has to be exceptionally careful when embroidering to be able to keep the thread whole."

Aurelia had heard about this, but this was her first time seeing it.

“This style has high requirements for one’s needlework techniques.” Carmella looked at her calmly. “This robe alone took five to six months and the collaboration of several veteran artisans."

Aurelia bit her lips and stayed quiet.

“Ms. Aurelia, I’m not doubting your ability,” Carmella said softly. “But sometimes, whether a person can accomplish something doesn’t depend on their ability but