Tang Baozhu looked at the row of five or six maids, each carrying a tray with jewelry and clothes on it. She hadn't expected the master to be so generous.
"May I ask if these clothes and jewelry are individual items, or do we all have them?"
The head maid didn't react for a moment. Was she unwilling for everyone to have one? Or was she worried that she would be the only one to have one? No matter what she was thinking, she would only tell the truth. "Miss, all the girls who were selected and who live here have been given one. They are just different styles. It's not like you have one alone. You can rest assured."
Hearing that everyone else received one, Tang Baozhu breathed a sigh of relief. She was worried that if she received one only, she would become a thorn in everyone's side.
Tang Baozhu smiled and said to the maid in a kind tone, "Thank you for bringing this over. Please thank your master for me."
The head maid's eyes flickered. She had taken off her hat during the meal and wasn't wearing it now. The maid hadn't expected this girl to be so beautiful. It seemed that the master's investment wouldn't be in vain.
"This servant will convey the message for you, Miss. These things will be left here. We won't disturb you while you wash up. If you need any help, just call the maid at the door."
"Okay, you'll go back now. Thank you for your hard work."
Tang Baozhu watched as the maids and servants left, the tray was placed on the table, and the door was closed behind them.
Once everyone had left, I finally relaxed a little. With so many people around, I was on edge the whole time.
Upon reaching the table, I saw three sets of clothes on one tray and two other trays filled with jewelry, which looked like complete sets. It seemed that this person had spared no expense, as the quality of the jewelry was excellent.
One set is made of gold, and the other set is made of gold and jade, gold-inlaid jade jewelry. Such high-quality jewelry would cost at least 1,000 taels of silver.
Tang Baozhu felt a little uneasy. She was worried that he might be plotting something by giving everyone so many gifts. She feared that if she took his things, she might have to do something for him.
I suppose Eunuch Li knows about the jewelry and clothing that were sent as gifts! His lack of objection suggests tacit approval!
My head is throbbing from thinking about it. If I can't figure it out, I'll just give up. Since everyone else has accepted the gifts, I won't wear their jewelry anymore; I'll wear my own.
I wasn't prepared at first. I only brought some clothes and jewelry, thinking that as long as I tidied myself up, it would be fine. I didn't expect that I couldn't even go home, let alone bring clothes and jewelry.
I grabbed a set of clothes and headed to the darkroom. I touched the water in the bathtub; the temperature was just right. There was even a small stool next to it for putting clothes. They really thought of everything!
She took off her elaborate clothes, which were meant for the selection of imperial concubines. She had sewn them herself, inspired by the styles on the outside.
I spent a lot of effort making three sets in total. The other two sets are at home. I originally thought that three sets would be enough to wear, but I didn't expect that I didn't have a chance to bring them in.
Stepping onto a small stool, I carefully entered the bathtub. There was another small stool inside for me to sit on. Sure enough, that's the comfort of ancient times. As long as you have money and power, you can be served comfortably.
There were also some flower petals sprinkled on top, and they smelled quite nice. I didn't expect the maids to be so meticulous.
I sat directly in the tub, the water reaching just up to my neck, and while soaking in the bath, I focused my attention on the red envelope group, wanting to see if anyone was chatting there.
Unexpectedly, I saw the ancient physician Zhang calling my name from inside.
Ancient Physician Zhang: Farm girl Tang Mianmian, why haven't I seen you come to the selection of beauties these past two days? There were hardly any people this afternoon, you must come tomorrow, don't miss it.
Mr. Xu from Modern Times: Why didn't that little girl Mianmian go?
When Xu Rui asked the question, he felt a secret joy, but he realized afterward that he wasn't like the imperial physician, living in the same plane as the young girl, and that he was being too happy too soon.
Consort Su Rushi: Mianmian isn't the unreliable type. Could something have delayed her? I hope nothing bad has happened.
Tang Baozhu was afraid they would worry that something had happened to her, so she quickly posted a message.
Farm girl Tang Mianmian: Doctor Zhang, I've come today! I even recognized you. Didn't you recognize me?
Ancient Physician Zhang: Impossible, I haven't seen anyone named Tang Mianmian. Where did you see me?
Farm girl Tang Mianmian: Today I went to the selection of imperial concubines. There were five imperial physicians in total. Physician Zhang, are you the youngest one? I am Tang Baozhu, who came to participate in the selection at noon today. Do you remember me?
Physician Zhang from ancient times: I not only have an impression, but I have a very deep impression of her. So many people were stunned at the time. They never expected the little girl to be so beautiful. It seems I don't have to worry about you having a hard time in the palace.
Farm girl Tang Mianmian: I still need Doctor Zhang's help. After all, I'm just a clueless little girl who entered the palace. Without Doctor Zhang's help, I'm afraid I wouldn't even survive ten days. I don't understand anything. In my previous life, I died at the age of ten, and I'm only fifteen now. Doctor Zhang, you must help me a lot!
Physician Zhang from ancient times: I know I called you into the palace to put you in a difficult position. Don't worry, I will do my best to protect you. Now that you've been selected, I'm not worried anymore. You should get some rest. Tomorrow you'll spend the whole day learning the rules from the palace maids. I'm just afraid that you newcomers won't know the rules and might offend the nobles.
Farm girl Tang Mianmian: Okay, thank you for the reminder, Doctor Zhang.
Consort Su Rushi: Little sister Mianmian, if you don't understand anything after you enter the palace, just ask me. After all, I have spent several decades in the palace in two lifetimes, so I can always help you.
Farm girl Tang Mianmian: Thank you, Consort Gui! I will definitely ask you for help with anything I don't understand. Please don't find me annoying!
Consort Su Rushi: No, no matter what, you've grown up little by little under the witness of us group members. I'm old enough to be your mother, but I can still teach you some ways to survive in the harem.
Farm girl Tang Mianmian: Thank you, Consort Gui, thank you everyone, you are all my seniors.
Tang Baozhu got so engrossed in chatting in the red envelope group that she finally snapped out of it when the water was too cold and irritated her skin. She quickly got out of the bathtub and changed into clean clothes.
Looking at my dirty clothes that I've taken off, I don't know where to wash them.
Upon reaching the door, he opened it and said to the maidservant guarding outside, "I've finished washing. How do I get the water out? Also, I'd like to wash some clothes. Where should I go to wash them?"
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