She hadn't even considered wearing such expensive clothes, since they looked very pricey. She didn't have the money-making cheat codes of the transmigrated heroines in novels; she just had some cooking skills and knew a little about medicine.
"Auntie? Don't just stand there! The birthday banquet should have already started! I still want a piece of cake..."
The urging came out in a very soft voice, clearly indicating that he was already itching to get started!
When Qin Qing came to her senses and saw her expression, she found it amusing and began to change her clothes...
A moment later! Xiao Lian looked at her, her expression dazed, her mouth slightly open, looking extremely surprised!
"Wow, ma'am! You look like a completely different person in this outfit! It's a perfect match! The color suits you so well too. If you didn't tell people, they'd probably think you were under thirty!"
Seeing how adorably exaggerated she was, Qin Qing couldn't help but smile, then lowered her head to look at herself...
This so-called fragrant cloud gauze dress is very light and the fabric is very delicate, making it perfect for summer wear. The long sleeves sway with her movements, giving her an ethereal and fairy-like feel. The neckline is not as tight and stuffy as a linen dress; instead, it is slightly open, revealing a bit of fair skin, making her look both sexy and dignified.
"When did Xiaolian become so sweet-talking? I'm almost forty! There's no such thing as a perfect match, it's just a piece of clothing."
Listening to her familiar, old-fashioned tone, just like a real old lady, Xiaolian withdrew the surprise in her eyes and pouted.
"What? I'm not hypocritical like others, I'm what I am! But you're still a bit short. Come on, it's late anyway, shall I tie your hair up again?"
As she spoke, she pulled Qin Qing to a table to the side. Since it was a makeshift small kitchen, there was no mirror or comb, so Xiao Lian started braiding hair with just her hands, all the while saying smugly.
"Don't let my small size fool you, I'm surprisingly strong. I've been braiding your hair for seven years now, I'm quite skilled! By the way, ma'am, your hair looks a bit dry, doesn't it? You obviously don't take care of it..."
Listening to Xiaolian's incessant scolding, Qin Qing could only accept it, secretly looking forward to how he would look later. After all, no matter how old a woman is, she will definitely like to look beautiful!
Before long, her flowing cloud-like hairstyle was complete, with two strands of hair still quietly resting on either side of her forehead. Even though she couldn't see them, she could feel the weight on her head...
Since there was no mirror, Qin Qing could only see her reflection in the water vat beside her!
The woman before him pursed her lips, smiling and glancing sideways at him. Her skin was as white as freshly peeled water chestnuts, and a tiny black mole at the corner of her mouth added to her charm. Her hair was styled in a high bun, revealing her temples, and her eyebrows were lightly drawn, her eyes sparkling with spring. Her skin was as smooth and lustrous as warm jade, and her cherry-red lips were naturally red and delicate. Two strands of hair on her cheeks gently brushed her face in the wind, adding to her alluring charm…
She wouldn't be considered stunningly beautiful, but she has fair skin, a mature and dignified demeanor, and an air of captivating composure.
Xiao Lian looked at her work with great pride!
"As expected, it had to be me!"
Upon hearing this, Qin Qing looked up, her gaze a mixture of excitement and melancholy. She was excited because she hadn't expected the original owner of this body to be so beautiful, with an ethereal beauty. She was melancholy because this beauty would probably only last until tonight, since she couldn't possibly go out on the street looking for someone in this outfit; wouldn't that attract unwanted attention?
Thinking of this, she suppressed the disappointment in her eyes and a gentle, calm smile appeared on her lips.
"Yes, it has to be you! Your skills are absolutely amazing!"
Meanwhile, the gift-giving ceremony had already begun in the front courtyard, with officials from various households offering all sorts of treasures in an attempt to please the matriarch…
The old lady at the head of the group, with a calm and composed expression, simply nodded. She wore a heavy, dark-sleeved long dress, looking dignified and solemn. Sitting in a chair, she held a wooden staff in her hand, which made her appear even more solemn.
She looks like someone who's difficult to get along with!
Liu Piaorou sat quietly in the lower left, slightly to the center, watching as people presented their gifts one by one. Her hands were sweating with nervousness. What if the old lady didn't like the cake? What if the old lady didn't like sweets? What if the cake deformed after sitting for too long…?
Just as she was becoming extremely anxious, a laugh suddenly rang in her ears, startling her so much that she immediately looked up...
The newcomer was dressed in a long pink dress, with a mischievous smile on her face. Her laughter was crisp but not jarring, and she exuded a very unrestrained air. Under the lights, her every move was very natural!
In particular, the woman's appearance, though not stunningly beautiful, was graceful with a charming smile and delicate skin. She looked to be about sixteen years old, and her makeup was elegant, radiant, and captivating, unlike any other woman from ancient times.
The person who arrived was none other than Qi Ning'er, the sixth princess of the Qi Kingdom!
The old lady on the chair was overjoyed to see the visitor as if she were seeing her own granddaughter, and even got up to greet her personally.
"This old woman greets the Sixth Princess..."
Even though she was not required to bow at all due to her status, the old lady still stood up. The sixth princess smiled and strode over to help the old lady up. She was very pleased with the old lady's attitude, but did not show it at all. She looked at her with humility and closed eyes.
"Grandma, there's no need for that. Tomorrow, I'm here on behalf of my grandmother to celebrate your birthday!"
The grandmother she spoke of was the biological mother of the current emperor of Qi, the close friend of the old matriarch, and the most noble woman in the entire Qi Kingdom!
And she! She is the granddaughter of that most distinguished woman!
Thinking of this, the woman glanced haughtily around, and all the other women instinctively avoided her gaze…
Only in the lower center, a pink figure froze on the spot, her abbreviated head wishing she could disappear instantly!
This person is none other than Liu Piaorou! Of all people to wear the same outfit with, she had to wear the same outfit with this troublesome sixth princess, which made her even more anxious and nervous, and her face turned pale.
She could only pray that Qi Ning'er was blind today and didn't notice her! While it's not so bad to wear the same outfit as someone else—it's embarrassing for whoever looks worse—someone like Qi Ning'er…
However, things didn't go as planned. Qi Ning'er glanced at everyone, not paying attention to anyone, but she happened to see her!
This woman she'd disliked since childhood! Liu Piaorou! Thinking of this, her eyes flashed, and she let out a cold snort.
"I knew my right eyelid had been twitching all day; it couldn't be anything good! But guess what..."
After speaking, he gave Liu Piaorou a meaningful look, and then helped the old lady to the main seat.
In an instant, several gazes shot towards Liu Piaorou, making her feel as if she were being pricked by needles, and her body stiffened terribly!
Just as she was feeling embarrassed and awkward, two figures quickly walked over and gently tugged at Liu Piaorou's arm...
"Miss…"
Liu Piaorou instantly sensed something was wrong, as if the gazes around her had disappeared. In her daze, she felt someone tugging at her and instinctively turned her head!
Is that Xiaolian? Phew! Thank goodness!
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