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After going through a series of complicated procedures.
The lip rouge is finally finished, and it even has a faint fragrance.
This is because Chi Yan grinds flower petals into powder and adds them to the dish.
Shen Tangning used a willow twig as a small brush to apply the powder to her lips, instantly brightening her originally pale lips.
The color is neither overly vibrant nor frivolous; it's just right.
She looked at herself in the mirror, a look of satisfaction in her eyes.
She was always troubled by not being able to find the right color. Colors that were too dark did not suit her age and made her look too mature, while colors that were too flashy and bright seemed inappropriate for a matriarch.
Chi Yan's voice came from behind: "Don't just secretly admire it yourself. You've been busy all day, let me see the results too."
Shen Tangning felt embarrassed and turned around to look at him awkwardly.
She sat there gracefully, her powdered face and rouge as beautiful as the morning glow reflecting on snow, her bright eyes as clear as autumn water rippling with waves, every frown and smile captivating.
Chi Yan's Adam's apple bobbed slightly: "It looks pretty good."
Shen Tangning raised his eyes slightly, coughed, and said in a way that seemed to be trying to cover up his misunderstanding, "I was referring to the color of this lip rouge."
"..."
Seeing that she turned her face away, Chi Yan realized that his words were a bit off, and quickly added, "Of course, she's good-looking too!"
After all this commotion, before Shen Tangning could say anything, he himself blushed.
She finally couldn't hold back, and a hint of a smile appeared in her eyes.
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"What are we doing here?" Shen Tangning asked, her expression somewhat unnatural as she faced the bustling crowd.
Chi Yan leaned down and whispered to her, "Market research, huh?"
A hint of confusion flashed in her eyes: "Huh?"
He smiled enigmatically: "Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated. Understanding market demand and the situation of competitors will help us to better improve our business model."
Shen Tangning nodded in realization: "I understand."
Chi Yan specifically reminded them: "We're just going to scout out the enemy's situation, not to spend money. If the shopkeeper is particularly enthusiastic, I'll pretend to say that it's not good or suitable. You'll have to cooperate and watch my expression later."
She nodded solemnly.
Seeing how honest she was, Chi Yan felt a little guilty. "Don't just listen to me. If you come across something you like, you can buy it too."
Anyway, the family isn't short of money.
He felt that any happiness that money could buy was worth it.
Shen Tangning was taken aback, then her mind stirred slightly: "Okay."
The two chose a cosmetics shop. As soon as they entered, the shopkeeper, who was fiddling with the abacus beads, was immediately struck by a glint in his eyes.
Hey, big spender!
This is a notorious nouveau riche!
The shopkeeper immediately instructed her waiter to brew a pot of Junshan Silver Needle tea, and greeted him with a beaming smile: "Oh my, what wind is blowing today that has brought Young Master Chi here!"
You should know that since this ancestor got married, he has rarely gone out shopping, and the profits of many shops have declined significantly!
Her gaze swept over Shen Tangning beside her, a broad smile on her face. "So you've brought your wife shopping? Young Madam is truly blessed! Please come in!"
Shen Tangning was welcomed in and, still somewhat dazed, was made to sit down. She finally understood why Chi Yan had made the assumption that the innkeeper was exceptionally hospitable.
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