Wealth Quotes in Crazy Rich Asians

How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #7

"Prosperity is nothing but an illusion." (2.16.25)

Dr. Gu enters with a foretelling prophecy. We should check in on Nadine and Francesca Shaw a bit later to see how they feel about this line.

Quote #8

"Remember, every treasure comes with a price." (2.16.75)

Dr. Gu strikes again, what with his old man wisdom and whatnot. His ominous words this time have particular significance for Rachel and her treasured Nick.

Quote #9

She walked down the aisle on her father's arm in a classically inspired wedding dress designed by Valentino, whom she lured out of retirement to make precisely the sort of gown that generations of European princesses had gotten married in, the sort of gown that would make her look every inch the proper young wife from a very traditional, old-money Asian family. (3.4.67)

It's delightfully ironic that Araminta had a dress made that makes her look to be an appropriate bride for Colin. Does that just emphasize that she's not?