Chapter 344: Mother Lu's Soup

"A painting with a smell?" Madam Dou asked in confusion.

Hu Xiner's idea can be attributed to Liu Qingyi.

Last time, her handkerchief scented with powder fell on the painting. Perhaps because the powder had been left there for too long, the fragrance lingered on the drawing paper, and even on the desk.

The overpowering fragrance was suffocating, but because the spices used were precious, after being diluted a little by the wind, it was not only not unpleasant, but had a unique charm.

This also gave Hu Xiner an idea, which was to sell the picture book and perfume together in a bundle.

She briefly explained her thinking to everyone, then added, "Our target customer group is primarily women, and women are the main consumer of cosmetics. The rich and powerful also have a hobby of collecting, so this method should be feasible. I just don't know how effective it will be."

A gleam of light flashed in Manager Wang's eyes. He had long known that although these shops were run by the princess's subordinates, every time they became popular it was because of the boss Hu behind the scenes.

Unexpectedly, Boss Hu just came to inspect the shop briefly this time, but he suddenly came up with such a good idea. He is indeed a genius.

Madam Dou thought about it carefully and praised, "Great! Although no one has ever linked picture books and perfume together, if it were me, I would definitely buy perfume related to my favorite picture book!"

This is actually what we call anime peripherals in modern times, but most of the modern peripherals are posters, accessories and other items, while Hu Xiner chose perfume powder which has higher profits.

"Who is in charge of the comic book shop now?" Hu Xiner asked.

Seeing her ability, Steward Wang became even more respectful. "They are Miss Xiaolan, one of the eldest princess's servants, and several of her favorites."

Hu Xin'er nodded: "Then I will send a message to them next time to discuss this idea."

After returning from the shop, Hu Xiner plunged into her career.

After discussion, two plans have been tentatively decided on for the sale of perfume powder peripherals.

The first step is to find a reliable rouge shop, with the comic shop being responsible for providing packaging and naming rights, and only earning extra profit.

The second option is to make their own perfume powder, but they currently do not have professional perfume powder experts.

Considering safety, Hu Xin'er prefers the first option, which is also the direction chosen by most modern stores.

The eldest princess was a wealthy person, and after hearing about this, she became very excited to invest in the cosmetics industry.

The success of her investment in the comic book store had boosted her confidence! She now felt that she was a rare business genius!

However, because she was busy with her marriage and love life with Erdong recently, she had no time to realize her ambitions.

The eldest wife has been worried about Liu Qingyi's affairs these days and has no time to disturb Hu Xiner, so Hu Xiner is happy to have some peace and quiet.

However, after the last incident, the defense in the basement has become much tighter, and Yin Li has been very busy recently, so she couldn't find the opportunity to go to the basement.

One day, a servant suddenly came to report: "Young Miss, Master Lu is here!"

Hu Xin'er's eyes were filled with surprise. "Mu...why is my husband here? Please come in!"

The two of them had reconciled, so she naturally didn't stop her husband from entering the door.

When Mu Qing entered Lanxin Garden, Hu Xin'er asked with sparkling eyes, "Why did you think of coming to see me?"

Seeing her adorable appearance, Mu Qing couldn't help but reach out and rub her head: "Why haven't you even sent a letter these days? Mother and aunt at home are always nagging about you."

Hu Xin'er snorted softly, "Who told you not to send me the message yourself? I can't always be the one to deliver it to you, right?"

Mu Qing raised his hand and flicked her forehead: "Naughty!"

Hu Xiner covered her forehead and cried out in pain.

The two of them laughed and joked for a while, and Mu Qingfang said reluctantly, "I still have official business to attend to, so I'll be leaving soon."

"Ah? Are you so busy?" Hu Xin'er felt a little disappointed.

She unconsciously touched her belly, and when Mu Qing saw it, his eyes became softer.

He raised his hand and handed over a small cinnabar soup bowl wrapped in cotton cloth.

"Did you make soup for me?" Hu Xiner tilted her head.

Mu Qing said gently, "Mother missed you so much that she spent several hours making this for you, saying she wanted to nourish you."

It was mid-autumn at this time. In the cool breeze, Hu Xiner carefully opened the soup bowl, her eyes moistening.

Looking at the soft and delicious chicken soup inside, she seemed to be able to imagine how Mother Lu was waving a small fan and watching the fire for her with full of care.

"Mom is old, so let the servants do these things. Otherwise, it will hurt your eyes to look at the fire." She sniffed, with some complaints in her words.

Mu Qing looked at her gently: "I tried to persuade her, but she didn't listen to me."

Hu Xin'er also reminded him, "When you're at home, you should talk to your mother and aunt more often. Don't be so silent all the time. You can speak frankly in front of your family and don't be so arrogant."

Mu Qing said "hmm" softly.

Hu Xiner pursed her lips.

She had the urge to drop everything and go home with Mu Qing.

But when the words came to my lips, I finally held them back.

She knew that if she didn't resolve the hidden danger of the prince, the Lu family would never have peace, and she and Mu Qing would never be able to live in peace.

Only if she is in the Liu family will she have the opportunity to find clues about the basement.

Only after Mu Qing was sure of her safety could he go about his own business with peace of mind.

The short separation now is for a long reunion in the future.

Mu Qing's deep longing for Hu Xin'er was written in his affectionate eyes, but he could only restrain himself.

Hu Xiner put down the soup bowl and walked him to the door. When Mu Qing was about to step out of the Liu family's threshold, she couldn't help but rush over and gave him a big hug.

Mu Qing groaned.

"What's wrong?" Hu Xin'er felt something was wrong.

Mu Qing shook his head and smiled: "Nothing, I'm just afraid of hurting you and the child."

"How can I be so delicate..." Hu Xiner complained, but saw Mu Qing hurried away.

Hu Xiner looked at her husband's back with some surprise.

He always walked, sat and lay down in a very orderly manner, with a posture as straight as a pine tree, but this time he had a hunched back and his steps were a little slow.

These details may be overlooked by others, but they cannot be hidden from Hu Xiner, who has excellent observation skills.

Is he injured?

Mu Qing has been trying to find something to use against the Crown Prince recently, so it must be very hard for him, right?

Hu Xiner felt extremely distressed and couldn't help but secretly curse the prince for being such a bad boy.

Just as he was about to go in, a man ran over breathlessly: "Manager Hu! Something terrible has happened!"