The old lady of the Marquis's mansion doesn't care about her own grandson. As an outsider, and an outsider who can benefit from it, she naturally won't cause trouble.
Madam Cui smiled, "Hearing you say that, I'm actually quite eager to try it."
She led the women of the Cui family to the waterside pavilion first.
Cui Yihuan had just changed her clothes when the door was pushed open.
The old lady smiled and looked her over. "You are a beautiful and pretty girl, and this dress suits you very well."
The dress is made of top-quality brocade bestowed by the palace. The skirt is decorated with intricate patterns outlined in gold thread, and the neckline is adorned with tiny gemstones, making it both beautiful and elegant.
It was something Cui Yihuan, who lived under her stepmother's thumb, had never worn.
She carefully touched the pattern on the dress, her eyes filled with amazement. "This dress is too precious. I will return it to you personally after I clean it when I get back."
The old lady's smile became even more benevolent. "It's just a piece of clothing. Miss Cui wears it beautifully, so it's a blessing to have it. Returning it would be too formal."
Given my relationship with your grandmother, it would be only right for me to give you ten or eight items, let alone just one.
After saying that, she actually instructed her maid to pack several more pieces of clothing and jewelry for Cui Yihuan.
In her heart, she felt contempt. She really was a country bumpkin. How could clothes given away at a banquet be returned? Did she think that someone in her household would wear her hand-me-downs?
Cui Yihuan was flattered and declined on the surface, but her eyes betrayed her greed.
"Madam, you are so kind to me, I don't know how to repay you."
The old lady then took her hand and said, "Good girl, what do you think of my Tingzhou?"
Without a second thought, Cui Yihuan said, "He is undoubtedly the best man in the world."
The old lady smiled, her eyes crinkling. "Good, good, good! You truly have a discerning eye. So, do you fancy him?"
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