Qingyin successfully stayed in bed for as many days as she needed during her postpartum confinement period; a month passed in the blink of an eye.
The changes in Qingyin became increasingly obvious to everyone. It only took the servants of Qingju Pavilion a month to go from being amazed to shocked and then to being completely bewildered and accepting the situation.
They're not surprised that Consort Xian is getting more and more beautiful. Uh—of course they're surprised! Waaah, when will their faces stop burning when they see Consort Xian again?! That face is just too unfair!
Qingyin watched as a pretty little maid in a peach-colored maid's uniform wiped her face, and her face grew increasingly red, her eyes becoming increasingly unfocused. Qingyin seriously doubted whether she would faint if she were to continue having her do her makeup.
She thought narcissistically, "Forget it, for the sake of her kindness, I shouldn't overstimulate her."
She casually instructed another group of palace maids to do her hair and makeup. With a languid gesture and a turn, even these simple movements exuded a confident elegance, coupled with a subtle, alluring charm. This caused the maids to blush and their hearts to race. Even Yulan and Wang Mama, who were always by Qingyin's side, felt their faces burning. How could their mistress have become so, so beautiful!
If they hadn't always been by their master's side, and if they hadn't seen glimpses of the master's features from before, they would have seriously suspected that someone else had taken over.
Qingyin, who couldn't wait to try on makeup after her confinement period, looked at herself in the mirror. Meng Jingxian's appearance was naturally dignified, and she could be considered an average beauty. However, some minor blemishes and obvious fine lines on her face lowered her overall attractiveness. After the beauty pill was applied, the beauty in the mirror was undoubtedly a stunning beauty. Unlike those alluring fox-like women, the woman reflected in the mirror was a beauty of peace, prosperity, and wealth. She exuded a noble and elegant temperament that made people both awe and admiration.
During this time, Qingyin stayed at home and Prince Guo avoided her, and they never met again.
Since Prince Guo wasn't coming, Qingyin was also too lazy to deal with him, especially things and people unrelated to the mission.
Today marks the end of her postpartum confinement period. Currently, there are only two concubines in Prince Guo's mansion: Qingyin and Niohuru Yuyin.
Since Prince Guo had no wife, Qingyin had to handle the baby shower for the young prince Yuanche herself. That's why Qingyin dressed up extravagantly today. Her jet-black hair was styled in the latest trend of the day in two buns. This hairstyle is very demanding in terms of hair volume. Usually, women who love beauty would secretly add a wig to fill in the gaps. But Qingyin didn't have this problem at all. Her enviable jet-black hair was tightly tied up, but it didn't look bald at all. Instead, it made her look even cleaner and neater, and her face looked surprisingly small. A fist-sized bright red peony hairpin was inserted in her bun, along with several white and green jade hairpins on her temples. It didn't look vulgar at all, but rather made her look even more noble.
As for today's protagonist, Xiao Yuanche, he was also dressed in a festive red swaddle blanket, and his soft little arms were adorned with small gold bracelets. Because of his young age, Qingyin usually kept them safe for him, but today was special, so she took them out and put them on him again.
Looking at little Yuan Che, whose big, round eyes were constantly darting around and staring at her, Qingyin couldn't help but chuckle. "Oh dear, doesn't little Yuan Che recognize his mother? Why is he so clueless?"
As if he understood what was being said, little Yuan Che immediately waved his fair little arms and made "ah ah" sounds with his pink little mouth, as if he was denying what his beautiful mother had said.
"My lady, what does the young prince know?" Granny Ma looked at the hardworking young prince with pity and then glared at Qingyin reproachfully.
Feeling guilty under her gaze, Qingyin touched her nose. Wasn't it because the child was too cute? What's the point of having a child if you don't play with it?
"Master, the guests in the front yard are almost here. The Prince said he'll be here soon." Yulan, panting heavily after finding out what was going on in the front yard, trotted in.
"Alright, then I'll take the child out first." Qingyin nodded and handed the child to Granny Ma beside her.
Even though he was forced to take a different person, Yuan Che wasn't afraid. He nestled obediently in Granny Ma's arms, his bright eyes fixed on his beautiful mother.
Seeing this, Qingyin's heart softened, and she gently touched his little face before walking towards the front yard.
As it was the full moon celebration for the eldest son of Prince Guo, Prince Guo's abilities were not particularly outstanding, and His Majesty Yinzhen was not overly wary of this idle younger brother, so their relationship on the surface was quite good. The officials in the court naturally understood this, so the guests at the full moon celebration for the eldest son, hosted by Qingyin, who was a concubine, were mostly concubines of princes of the imperial family, as well as some noble families in the capital who were not particularly valued.
In the front yard, several familiar women gathered in twos and threes. Looking at Prince Guo, who had not yet appeared, a hint of contempt flashed in their eyes. They exchanged knowing smiles with their acquaintances, their eyes filled with knowing mockery.
This is supposed to be the full moon celebration for Prince Guo's eldest son, but Prince Guo hasn't shown up yet. Tsk, this eldest son isn't valued at all. I heard that this is the legitimate daughter of the Duke of Pei, and after all these years, she still isn't favored by Prince Guo. Tsk tsk...
Some people secretly glanced at the people from the Duke of Pei's mansion. It was Meng Youchuan, Meng Jingxian's second brother, born of the same mother. Looking at the still-absent Prince Guo, he remained outwardly dignified and gentle, showing no sign of anger. His handsome face betrayed no anger, instead adorned with a warm and welcoming smile. Those who were secretly watching secretly admired him: "Truly worthy of being the son of the Duke of Pei, so refined and elegant, a handsome young man."
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