Feng Jin's gaze swept over the hairpins and ornaments on the table, finally selecting a pair of golden phoenixes intertwined with peonies.
"This one," she said, "it's very opulent and suits your temperament."
"I thought this one was pretty too, but I couldn't quite decide," Murong Jinyun replied.
Murong Jinyun picked up the hairpin and held it against her temple, trying it out. It was indeed lovely. She imagined how stunning she would look on her wedding day tomorrow.
"Are there any special customs I need to be aware of for the wedding tomorrow? Young Madam, you must teach me properly." Her heart was pounding with nervousness. The thought of the wedding festivities made her restless.
"Actually... actually, there isn't much. The wet nurses will be guiding you, so you don't need to worry." She herself didn't know what was important to pay attention to during a wedding. Given Murong Jinyun's special status and the presence of wet nurses to assist and guide her, nothing would go wrong. There was truly no need to worry.
"Is that so…" Murong Jinyun looked hesitant, her mind in a complete disarray.
"How about I help you with some skincare? Your makeup will be more natural and adhere better tomorrow." This was the most she could do for Murong Jinyun, doing her utmost. She couldn't help with anything else.
"Skincare?" What a novel term. She had never heard of it before.
"It's just taking care of your skin. Why don't you try it first?"
"Alright then." Murong Jinyun hesitated for a moment before agreeing.
"Wait a moment, I'll go prepare the things." The items were already together, just moved. She quickly began to help Murong Jinyun with her skincare.
"It's so cool…" It felt cool, smooth like milk, and quite comfortable when applied to the face.
"It will feel a bit cool on your face at first. Close your eyes and rest for a while; it will be done soon." After the treatment, Murong Jinyun looked in the mirror. Her skin was noticeably fairer and felt smooth and delicate to the touch.
"This is truly magical. My skin has improved so much."
"Of course. This is my secret recipe." This was the fruit of her research, and no one had ever said it wasn't good after using it.
"I'll give this to you too. After you wash your face, apply this lotion and then this emulsion. I guarantee that after using them for a while, your skin will be so supple it'll feel like it's dripping with moisture."
"Really? Thank you so much, Young Madam." No woman on earth doesn't love beauty. After experiencing the benefits, Murong Jinyun's face lit up with joy at the sight of these items.
"Use these for now. If you run out, tell me, and I'll get you more." httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět Indeed, building friendships between women only took a simple bottle of cosmetics. It was that easy.
Feng Jin and Murong Jinyun chatted and laughed, and time passed quickly. It wasn't until dusk that Feng Jin returned to her room. However, Ling Mohan did not return late into the night. As she waited, Feng Jin drifted off to sleep, only to be awakened the next day by the deafening sound of celebratory music.
Feng Jin groggily sat up, realizing that today was Murong Jinyun's wedding day with Gu Beichen. She quickly got up, washed, and hurried to the venue. When she arrived, Murong Jinyun was just being escorted into the bridal sedan. Among the welcoming party, she vaguely spotted Ling Mohan. Impatiently pushing forward, she confirmed it was indeed Ling Mohan. Seeing him safe and sound, Feng Jin's restless heart finally calmed somewhat. Safety was the best outcome. Feng Jin gazed at Ling Mohan's retreating figure for a long time until he disappeared from her sight before slowly looking away.
"Young Madam, we must depart for the Zhennan Prince's mansion, or we'll miss the auspicious hour."
"Let's go." With Ling Mohan gone, she had to handle all these matters herself. She truly began to miss the days when Ling Mohan was around.
Upon arriving at the Zhennan Prince's mansion, all she saw was a sea of red. It was truly magnificent. The marriage, a union between two nations, was celebrated on a grand scale. Watching the lively scene, Feng Jin couldn't help but recall her own wedding to Ling Mohan. At that time, Ling Mohan had been in a life-or-death state, and she had merely been carried into the Ling family home in a red sedan as a marriage to ward off misfortune. Thinking back, it felt incredibly bleak. She never expected that she and Ling Mohan would reach this day; it felt like a dream, so unreal.
"Young Madam, why are you crying?" Chu Qing noticed the crystal tear on Feng Jin's eye corner and asked with a touch of worry.
"It's nothing. I was just overcome with emotion for a moment." She wiped away the tear from her cheek. This was someone else's joyous occasion; she couldn't cry and bring them bad luck. Feng Jin scanned the surroundings, unable to find Ling Mohan. He had been in the welcoming party just now, but how had he disappeared upon arriving at the Zhennan Prince's mansion?
"Sister Feng Jin, what are you looking for?" Lin Yuwei, with her pregnant belly protruding, squeezed in beside Feng Jin and sat down. She had noticed Feng Jin looking around constantly since she arrived. What was she searching for?
"Nothing… Your due date is approaching. Why are you still out and about instead of resting at home?"
"I didn't want to come originally, but Chu Chenyi is so busy with affairs. This significant event of an alliance between two nations, if I don't show up, people will find fault, and it will cause trouble."
"Then you must be careful." Looking at Lin Yuwei's swollen belly, Feng Jin couldn't help but worry. She hoped no accident would occur.
"It's fine. This child is very well-behaved in my belly." With Lin Yuwei keeping her company and chatting, Feng Jin's mood improved considerably. After the banquet ended, she first made sure to send Lin Yuwei back to the Jing Prince's mansion, feeling reassured, before returning to her own residence. As soon as she stepped off the carriage, she saw an unfamiliar carriage parked at the entrance.
"Who has come to the mansion?"
"Replying to Young Madam, the Young General's hired tutor for the young masters has arrived. He is currently teaching the two young masters." Feng Jin frowned upon hearing the servant's reply. Why had the tutor arrived at this hour? Suppressing her doubts, Feng Jin hurried inside, eager to see who this divine being was who had been hired as a tutor. When Feng Jin saw who the tutor was, she was stunned for a long time before snapping back to reality. Looking in astonishment at the figure in the room, Feng Jin couldn't believe it. She rubbed her eyes, widened them, and looked again, several times, before she was sure she wasn't mistaken. How could the tutor they found... be Sheng Xubai? This was too preposterous.
"Mother, you're back!"