The new pavilion was currently undergoing renovations. Zhen Wan took this opportunity to recruit staff while resting, preparing for the new shop and teaching them how to craft her cosmetics. She wasn't worried about her techniques being stolen, for as the brand grew, she would continue to innovate.
Zhao Qingzhuo was now the Grand Secretary. Lin Jiaoyan had become a living corpse, and even Lingyu, the only child she had raised, was handed over to Xiao Shixue to be looked after. With no allies left in the inner court, Grand Tutor Lin’s influence was cut in half.
Zhao Qingzhuo, however, was conscientious and humble, attracting an increasing number of allies in the imperial court. The two sides were already at odds, like fire and water.
Chapter 65