Ye Qi laughed at her childlike tone, gave a mock snort, and then pretended not to be angry: "Okay, okay, I forgive you."
Seeing that Ye Qi was cooperating with her acting, Ye Xinchu smiled mischievously and asked, "So, my little emperor, do you like the little dress I made for you?"
Ye Qi was stunned for a moment after hearing this. "You made this? Didn't you say you couldn't sew clothes?"
"Can't you learn if you don't know how?" Ye Xinchu pulled out a piece of clothing and pushed Ye Qi into the fitting room. "Okay, okay, hurry up and go in and change so I can see."
Ye Qi changed into the little dress made by Ye Xinchu, but before she could even admire it, Ye Xinchu pulled her to the dressing table and pressed her down to sit.
"Let me do your makeup."
"Oh—I forgot to put on a face mask to moisturize."
Ye Qi looked up: "Is it okay to just do my makeup casually?"
"How can that be? You're Ye Xinchu's son, and when you wear this, you'll be the face of our family."
"Ningning will also be invited then. I made matching dresses for you and Ningning, and discussed with Lili to design the three dresses into the same series."
“You and Huanhuan are perfect match, like best friends.”
"The three of you will always be my beloved babies."
Ye Qi's focus remained peculiar: "Then... what about Yi Xing?"
"..." Ye Xinchu fell silent.
After remaining silent for a long time, she finally stammered:
“Lili said that making one for him is already giving him face.”
Ye Qi: "..."
Poor little brother.
Ye Xinchu took out her beauty and skin care water and handed it to Ye Qi, letting Ye Qi drink it first.
This beauty toner can help keep your skin in its best condition for a short time, but it takes about ten minutes to take effect after you drink it.
After finishing her drink, Ye Qi chatted casually with Ye Xinchu: "Were you just teasing me on purpose?"
Ye Xinchu cried out that she was wronged: "How could that be? My little emperor, why would I tease you for no reason?"
"I was just doing Ningning's makeup, and I came over as soon as I finished. As soon as I got here, I saw a little girl looking all wronged."
Ye Qi: "Hmph!"
Ye Qi, who had been sipping her drink slowly, sulked and drank it all in one go, almost choking.
Ye Xinchu patted her back and said, "Drink slowly, why are you drinking so fast?"
Once Ye Qi felt much better, they moved on to the next task.
Before the medicine took effect, she first combed Ye Qi's hair and thoughtfully removed the stray hairs stuck to her dress.
Ye Xinchu spoke softly, "Qiqi."
Ye Qi: "Hmm?"
What do you think of Ningning?
"That's great, I really like her!" Ye Qi replied sincerely.
Ye Xinchu smiled as she smoothed her hair, subtly revealing, "Ningning is actually a very introverted child. From the first moment she saw you, she's liked you—"
"Oops, I accidentally let it slip." Ye Xinchu pretended to be careless.
Ye Qi, with her gossipy nature, couldn't wait to know what happened next: "And then? And then!"
Ye Xinchu, however, kept him in suspense: "I won't tell you."
You'll find out later.
Ye Qi pouted: "Tch."
Ye Xinchu curled her hair and gave her a fresh and bright makeup look.
Help her up and lead her to the full-length mirror.
Ye Qi looked radiant and captivating at that moment.
The white strapless evening gown made her look pure and innocent.
The simple yet exquisite dress is adorned with tiny gemstones, and layers of light gauze and lace combine to form intricate floral patterns. The dress features a bow tied at the waist and a train at the back, with a dazzling pink gemstone at the center, serving as the perfect finishing touch.
As the skirt sways, the layers of crescent moon patterns woven into the sheer fabric are subtly revealed.
Because it's a knee-length skirt, not a heavily embellished gown, it's not too eye-catching and won't steal the spotlight from the main character of the banquet.
Ye Xinchu had clearly taken this into account, which is why she designed an exquisite and beautiful dress that wouldn't steal the spotlight, yet still made Ye Qi shine.
This shows respect for the main characters at the banquet.
It is also quite splendid.
This perfectly suits Ye Qi's taste.
Just as Ye Qi was about to go downstairs, she suddenly stopped, holding Ye Xinchu's hand, and looked at Ye Xinchu blankly.
Ye Xinchu remained where she was, refusing to move an inch.
Ye Qi met Ye Xinchu's gaze—
Upon seeing Ye Xinchu's smile, he silently let go of Ye Xinchu's hand.
Ye Qi smiled slightly: "Chu Chu, see you next time."
"Okay, see you next time. Riri and I are going on our date now. Have fun with everyone!"
"Um."
The words were spoken.
Ye Xinchu's figure has disappeared.
Ye Qi smiled and then pushed open the door.
Ye Xinchu wouldn't lie to her; if she said she was going to play with Jiang Li, then she really was going to play with Jiang Li.
Those were their days of freedom.
And she, too, should enjoy her own time.
*
When Ye Qi arrived downstairs, she happened to see a figure in a black dress.
The other person seemed to sense Ye Qi's gaze and slowly turned around.
Jiang Yihuan's straight, jet-black hair was as gentle as moonlight.
The black fishtail skirt is adorned with shimmering starlight, and the off-the-shoulder long lace trim is decorated with small white bows.
Mature yet playful.
There is a black and white flower on the right shoulder sleeve edge, with a blue gemstone in the center, as dazzling as a morning star.
The two looked at each other and smiled at each other without prior arrangement.
"Big bald head, you're very beautiful."
"You too, Little Blackie."
The two girls' gentle smiles concealed an affection that the other could understand.
The moment Shi Wanwan saw Ye Qi, a hint of amazement flashed in her eyes, and her face was filled with pride. She stepped forward and took Ye Qi's hand: "My little darling, you look so beautiful today. Mommy is so surprised."
"Thank you, Mom," Ye Qi replied with a smile.
Seeing Ye Qi and Shi Wanwan getting along so intimately, Jiang Yihuan was genuinely happy for her.
Seeing this, Jiang Suiwan chuckled and nudged Jiang Chengyi with her elbow: "Chengyi, Huanhuan and Qiqi look so beautiful today."
"Beautiful." After Jiang Chengyi sincerely praised her, she looked dejected again.
He had thought he would be able to go to the banquet with Ye Zhixi today.
Unexpectedly, Ye Zhixi went to a friend's house and was busy with trivial matters, so she didn't have time to attend the banquet.
It's really sad.
But he quickly cheered up.
Today, he's going to be the protector of the younger girls!
Sister Xi isn't here, so he—
They are the first to bear the brunt!
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