"Besides these methods, does Your Highness use any other cosmetics or powders on your face? Why don't you share with us which brand of cosmetics is the best?"
Just when we finally solved the previous problem, someone else raised a new one.
Li Chang'an was speechless. She thought about it and realized that she had never used any cosmetics. Except for the day of her wedding when she had to wear some makeup, she hadn't put any effort into it since.
"Well... I don't usually use cosmetics, so I'm not really sure..."
Upon hearing this, the women looked at Li Chang'an with great surprise, as if they were looking at a monster.
However, it is not surprising that they would react this way. After all, these young women consider appearance to be the most important thing. They would carefully apply makeup and draw their eyebrows every day until they made their faces look beautiful and charming before going out.
"Besides rouge and face powder, do you use anything else on your face?"
Seeing this, Li Chang'an felt that these people were determined to get to the bottom of things today. She couldn't help but groan inwardly, wondering how long they would keep asking her before they would let her go. She should have taken the opportunity to slip away earlier.
"Ahem, everyone, please make way..."
Just as he was feeling troubled, someone suddenly interrupted Li Chang'an's thoughts.
People around couldn't help but look over, and soon someone recognized the person walking towards them as Regent Feng Beichuan, so everyone quickly made way.
Because of the previous rumors, everyone had their own speculations about the relationship between Feng Beichuan and Li Chang'an. Now it seems that the two are indeed a good match.
Even so, some young women still secretly glanced at Feng Beichuan. It's no wonder these girls were infatuated, because the man's face alone was enough to make women fall for him, not to mention that he dressed so exquisitely every day, looking exactly like a dashing and handsome young master who stepped out of a painting.
Upon seeing that the person who came was Feng Beichuan, Li Chang'an inexplicably breathed a sigh of relief, as if he had found a savior.
And Feng Beichuan lived up to expectations, indeed coming to rescue Li Chang'an from his dire straits.
He had been observing for a while and knew that Li Chang'an was being harassed by these people, and that their discussion was getting increasingly off-topic, so he stepped in to help at the crucial moment.
"I thank you all for your kindness, but I have matters to discuss with His Highness and it is inconvenient for me to continue answering your questions here. Please understand."
Feng Beichuan always wore a gentle, approachable smile, and spoke with great humility and politeness, showing none of the aloofness one would expect from a regent.
Since the Regent had spoken up, no one wanted to keep bothering Li Chang'an any longer, so they prepared to disperse, though they couldn't help feeling a little regretful.
Feng Beichuan keenly observed everyone's emotions and immediately came up with a plan. He quickly said loudly, "Everyone, there's no need to rush to leave. Your Highness's successful rescue today is also thanks to everyone's efforts. Therefore, I plan to celebrate and, in the princess's name, book this Xike Restaurant to treat everyone to a good meal. Please order whatever you like and don't be shy!"
Upon hearing such good news, everyone became excited and showered Li Chang'an and Feng Beichuan with compliments.
Seeing everyone walking into the restaurant with beaming smiles, Li Chang'an looked at the man beside him with a surprised expression, feeling as if it were all a joke.
Are you out of your mind?
As he spoke, Li Chang'an reached out and swept his hand across Feng Beichuan's face, wondering if the man had suddenly lost his mind. How could he spend so much money to invite a group of complete strangers to dinner, and in his own name no less? It was utterly inexplicable!
You should know that Xikelou is the most upscale restaurant in the capital. The food there is indeed delicious, but the price is also exorbitant.
"Why are you so worried about me? Why don't you reach out and touch me yourself?"
Feng Beichuan chuckled, his tone slightly frivolous, and then leaned forward to touch Li Chang'an's hand.
This ambiguous gesture sent a chill down Li Chang'an's spine, and goosebumps rose on her skin. She quickly withdrew her hand and glared at Feng Beichuan: "Don't be ridiculous!"
Although Li Chang'an's expression was very serious, even somewhat annoyed, a blush had somehow crept onto her cheeks.
Feng Beichuan saw all of this, and the smile on his lips deepened. Suddenly, he felt that the two of them seemed to be flirting.
This thought stirred ripples in Feng Beichuan's heart, like a spring breeze caressing a lake, making him feel exceptionally comfortable. Looking at the woman's pretty face, whose blush had not yet faded, he couldn't help but secretly chuckle to himself.
Women really are all hypocrites!
Because Feng Beichuan had already spent so much money this time, he decided to go all the way and, together with Li Chang'an, invited the beggars who made a living by begging on the outskirts of the capital to Xikelou for a meal and drinks. The beggars were so grateful to the two of them that they kept praising Princess Chang'an and the Regent as great philanthropists.
"Your Highness, why don't you come and try the dishes at Xikelou? I've prepared private rooms and elegant seats, and the dishes should be served by now."
After arranging everything, Feng Beichuan frankly stated his final thoughts.
He was always very good at understanding other people's thoughts, so as expected, Li Chang'an did not refuse this time.
Feng Beichuan smiled slightly, his dark eyes gleaming, and gestured for them to enter. The two then walked into the restaurant together.
Inside the Xikelou restaurant, people were clinking glasses and chatting happily, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.
The restaurant was almost full, and both the front and back of the house were extremely busy. Although most of the people who came to the restaurant did not know each other, they could chat together while sitting at the same table.
After Li Chang'an followed Feng Beichuan upstairs to the private room, he saw two people, one dressed in red and the other in black, sitting at the dining table.
Cangyun and Zhuque were both slightly taken aback, clearly not expecting Feng Beichuan to bring Li Chang'an along, but they quickly understood.
All the trouble that our lord has gone through lately has been for this woman he's been longing for.
However, Li Chang'an was not too surprised to see the two of them, because she had met Cangyun and Zhuque briefly before and knew that they were both people around Feng Beichuan.
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