Shen Yuzhen was naturally overjoyed to learn that her whole family could go to Wutong Garden.
The family set off the next day.
"Master, Madam, we've arrived."
With a word from the attendant, the carriage came to a stop. Shen Jia'an and Madam Shen got off the carriage one after the other. After they got off, their two sons and daughter, who were sitting in the carriage behind, also got off.
As soon as they got off the carriage, they were spotted by the people at the entrance of the manor and quickly came up to greet them, welcoming them into the manor with great courtesy and consideration.
They planned to stay overnight, so their entourage checked them in, and then someone helped carry their luggage and led them to their room.
At Wutong Garden, there's a significant difference between staying overnight and not staying overnight. The group packed their luggage and enjoyed a particularly satisfying lunch.
In the afternoon, the group split up and went their separate ways.
Shen Jia'an took his two sons to the chess room first, where they played a few games with the teacher and were very satisfied. Then they went to the calligraphy and painting room. He had been too busy these past two years and hadn't picked up a brush to paint for a long time. Seeing that the tools were complete, Shen Jia'an couldn't help but paint a picture of the beautiful flower field he had seen on his way there.
Shen Yuzhe wasn't idle either; he had also studied calligraphy and painting.
As for Shen Yujing, he was taught painting by a teacher standing nearby.
The father and his two sons were all quite satisfied.
On the other side, Shen Yuzhen and her mother, Madam Shen, were not idle either. They went straight to the pottery workshop because they hadn't received the ceramics they made last time yet!
After entering, Shen Yuzhen told them when she had last come and gave them her number. Soon someone helped her retrieve her belongings.
"Sir, are these the three items?"
Shen Yuzhen nodded: "Yes, these are the three things."
Three ceramic works of different shapes were placed in front of her. Although they were not regular in appearance, Shen Yuzhen thought they were beautiful and special no matter how she looked at them.
Madam Shen smiled and said, "Thank you for your trouble."
"You're too kind, Madam. Just let me know if you need anything. I'll get back to work now."
Madam Shen nodded.
Shen Yuzhen pointed at the ceramics and said, "Mother, this one is mine, this one is Wan'er's, and the ugliest one is my brother's. Mother, how did you do?"
When it comes to her daughter, Madam Shen believes that praise is the best approach, unless it involves matters of principle.
"My daughter is very skillful and exceptionally talented."
Shen Yuzhen smiled and was very happy when she heard this.
Although Madam Shen had some interest in ceramics, it wasn't a big deal. Shen Yuzhen had also tried making ceramics once, but she wasn't particularly interested either. After leaving the pottery studio, someone said to Madam Shen, "We also have a massage and skin care room here. Would you and Madam like to take a look?"
Madam Shen became interested upon hearing this.
Before marrying Shen Jia'an, the Shen family wasn't exactly wealthy, but they had never wronged Madam Shen. Over the years, the Shen family has prospered, and Madam Shen has maintained her appearance quite well.
No matter how well she takes care of herself, she has already had three children. On weekdays, she can't tell much with makeup on, but when she removes her makeup at night, the signs of aging are clearly visible on her face.
How to care for it?
This was the first time Madam Shen had heard of skincare; she had never heard of any shop offering such services before.
Nowadays, women's face care depends on their family's financial resources. Since ancient times, women who love beauty have summarized some beauty care methods, but these depend on each family's financial situation.
After all, such things are rarely spread outside; basically, each family uses its own methods.
"You can try it out later, Madam. We have a special therapist to take care of your skin."
At this moment, Shen Yuzhen said to Madam Shen, "Mother, let me go with you to try it."
Women love beauty, and Shen Yuzhen, even at just over ten years old, loved beauty. Although she didn't need to take care of her skin yet, she still wanted to go and see.
Madam Shen was already somewhat tempted, and after her daughter said those words, she nodded in agreement: "Alright, let's give it a try first."
Half an hour later, when Madam Shen got up from the massage couch, she felt as if she had been reborn.
Looking at myself in the mirror, I could see that there was indeed some improvement on my face.
Madam Shen thought it was good.
During this half hour, although Shen Yuzhen did not have any skin care, she was not idle either. There were also professional stylists who could design her hair, and even many beautiful clothes.
These clothes are available for purchase. Shen Yuzhen changed her hairstyle and then bought several more ready-made outfits.
Madam Shen also selected several outfits; the clothes here were indeed beautiful.
After choosing her clothes, Madam Shen changed into them. A makeup artist applied makeup to her, but it looked almost like she wasn't wearing any at all. However, she did look much more energetic and beautiful overall.
Madam Shen couldn't help but ask, "What kind of powder and rouge do you use for your makeup?"
She only felt that they were applying makeup to her face, which was not much different from when the maids usually did her makeup, but the result was so different.
Moreover, her face appears radiant and fair, as if it's glowing—something that ordinary powders can't achieve.
The makeup artist said, "This is a cream powder specially made by our boss. Unlike ordinary powder, this cream powder adheres better to the skin and looks exactly like your own skin. As for the blush, it was also specially made by our boss. This orange-red color will enhance your complexion and suit your makeup perfectly."
Madam Shen was slightly surprised upon hearing this. It was just a makeup look, yet the Wutong Garden had put so much effort into it. No wonder they could make money.
The investment will likely be substantial.
"I've never seen face powder before, your boss really puts in a lot of effort."
When the master heard her mention her employer, he couldn't help but laugh: "Our employer is indeed formidable."
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