The guests, feeling a mix of complex emotions, rose and headed toward the dressing rooms. Ning Meng walked with a light step, filled with anticipation for her martial arts heroine look.
In the dressing room, the stylist chose a sleek, black, close-fitting outfit tailored to her character. It accentuated the toned, slender silhouette she had gained from her physical enhancement. Her hair was pulled up into a high, spirited ponytail. Her makeup was subtle, with her brows and eyes specifically styled to convey a sharp, fierce intensity. Finally, the stylist handed her a prop longsword. The scabbard was archaic and the hilt exquisite; even as a prop, it had a satisfying weight to it.
Ning Meng took the sword, gripping it and feeling its solid presence. She walked to the mirror and looked at the heroic, spirited figure reflecting back at her. Her eyes were bright, glowing with a burgeoning aura of heroism. She couldn't help but imitate a move from a martial arts film, flicking her wrist to perform a sword flourish. The technique wasn't perfect, but combined with her current physical conditioning and gaze, it actually carried a genuine sense of a swordswoman!
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