Chapter 292 Sneaky

Shu Yu naturally couldn't say directly that she had come to Ding Yuehua to inquire about the black market.

She wasn't close enough with Ding Yuehua to be able to speak so bluntly.

So she brought over the bundle she had prepared earlier, placed it on the table, and opened it. "The clothes you ordered from our shop last time are finished. I happened to have nothing to do today, so I brought them over for you to see. Try them on, and if they don't fit, we can alter them."

Ding Yuehua's eyes lit up instantly. She picked up the dress, unfolded it, and fell in love with it at first sight.

"I'll give it a try."

Shu Yu sat outside drinking tea, pondering how to subtly inquire about the black market. A short while later, Ding Yuehua emerged from the inner room dressed in new clothes.

She stood in front of Shu Yu and spun around. "How is it?"

"It really suits you perfectly. Only you can pull off this outfit. You look elegant and graceful, with a refined and elegant demeanor. Yes, perfect."

Shu Yu wasn't flattering her; after all, the clothes were custom-made to fit Ding Yuehua's appearance and figure.

Ding Yuehua smiled, pursing her lips. "As expected of the Lu family head, he really knows how to talk."

Shu Yu said sincerely, "I'm just telling the truth. Otherwise, you can ask Xiaoyun."

Before Xiaoyun could speak, Ding Yuehua snorted, "No need to ask her, she'll only say nice things." She paused, then suddenly said, "Let's ask someone else."

"Ask whom?"

"I don't know. I'll go for a walk in the park and see everyone's reaction before I know if the clothes look good or not. Then I'll pay for them."

Shu Yu was speechless for a moment, then looked at Xiao Yun beside her.

The latter covered her mouth and chuckled softly. After watching Ding Yuehua walk out, she whispered, "Ever since Master Lu told Miss how to do her makeup to suit her, Miss is much happier than before and is more willing to go out for walks."

After saying that, he chased after them.

Okay, Shuyu understands.

Ding Yuehua used to be insecure about her appearance and disliked being around people, especially since the other members of the Ding family were all quite good-looking. She felt she would only become a foil to them, so she preferred to stay in her room reading books and checking the accounts.

But things are different now. Shu Yu showed Ding Yuehua a model of everyday makeup. It doesn't need to be super pretty, but it's enough to accentuate the best features of her face.

Ding Yuehua became optimistic and couldn't wait to be around other people every day.

Having just received a new dress, she naturally wanted to take a stroll in the garden and show it off.

Shu Yu sighed inwardly and could only follow.

Sure enough, Ding Yuehua headed straight for her siblings' courtyard.

This left Shu Yu without a chance to bring up the topic or inquire about the black market.

However, after walking for a while, Ding Yuehua suddenly stopped, frowning as she looked at someone not far away.

"Is that the maidservant who serves Third Sister?"

Xiaoyun peeked out and said, "Yes, it's Yixiang."

Ding Yuehua narrowed her eyes. "What is she doing sneaking around over there?" She paused, then waved her hand. "Let's go take a look."

The three of them strode towards the Third Miss's courtyard. As they got closer, Yi Xiang naturally saw them as well.

Her eyes widened suddenly, and she immediately lowered her head in a panic, pretending not to see anything, and turned to leave.

Xiao Yun ran forward quickly and stopped the person.

Ding Yuehua stepped forward, looked at her flustered appearance, and asked, "Where is Third Sister?"

Yi Xiang chuckled dryly and said, "Third Miss is not feeling well and is resting inside."

"Really? Then I'll go in and check on her."

(End of this chapter)