The next day, Cuiyun and Chunxia dressed Xie Qiqi in new clothes. Chunxia thoughtfully applied a touch of rouge to her face, bringing a hint of vitality to her otherwise translucently pale complexion. The yellow cloud-patterned brocade dress sent by Feng Yongjia fit perfectly, accentuating Xie Qiqi’s elegant and delicate beauty. Even though she had been malnourished and possessed a slender, slight frame, the dressing up gave her a subtle, moving charm.
She took Cuizhu and Chunxia with her as she headed out. When they reached the entrance, both Feng Yongjia’s carriage and the Xie family’s carriage were waiting. Yue Huijuan looked at her with a kind expression, smiling as she watched Xie Qiqi wearing the pearl hairpin she had gifted her; she even stepped forward, feigning kindness to adjust it for her.
"Qiqi, since the Princess is here to pick you up, Mother won't keep you girls from chatting. We shall meet in the palace!"
Chapter 62