The Lucky Heiress

Chapter 478: Chapter 478: Dedicated to Promoting Products_1

Wei Qingwan didn’t understand, why was Wei Qingruo always so lucky?

The Lu family was prominent and influential, saving the young master of the Lu family was undoubtedly a huge favor owed to her, which was extremely beneficial for Wei Qingruo.

Madam Bai gritted her teeth, cursing inwardly for quite a while.

This Wei Qingruo was really good at hiding things! She never even mentioned her life-saving deed for the Lu family!

If they had known about this relationship earlier, perhaps they could have used Lu family’s influence at court to secure a position for their men!

However, Lady Lu and Wei Ruo did not explain the specifics, leaving the curious and puzzled crowd to remain so.

Old Madam Lu then inquired about the clothes Wei Ruo was wearing: “The Queen looks stunning in her attire today, in all these years, I have never seen such a brightly colored purple dress.”

Wei Ruo answered with a smile, “Thank you for your compliment, Madam. I too am quite fond of this dress.”

“May I inquire where the Queen purchased this attire?” The question from old Madam Lu represented the uncertainty of many present.

“I bought this dress from a friend of mine. Her husband’s family used to own a dyeing workshop and they possessed a secret dye formula unknown to outsiders. However, her husband’s family became wealthy and discontinued the dyeing workshop, only occasionally producing a few pieces, hence the scarcity.”

Upon hearing of its scarcity, the interest of the ladies and young misses present heightened further.

One woman couldn’t resist asking Wei Ruo, “Your Highness, may I inquire where your friend resides?”

Wei Ruo answered with a soft laugh, “Forgive me, but I can’t disclose that. My friend’s husband’s family doesn’t want outsiders to know that they used to be in the dyeing business, or that they have taken up the trade again to support their family.”

The crowd couldn’t conceal their disappointment upon hearing this.

However, Wei Ruo quickly added, “Still, they occasionally sell a few pieces. If there is any, I will keep an eye out for you.”

Old Madam Lu promptly said, “If there is, please do keep one for me.”

The shade of royal purple was versatile and suitable for anyone. With the right design, the attire would look amazing even on an old woman.

Now that Old Madam Lu had made her intentions clear, the others also boldly expressed their desire.

Yet, there were some who, due to their status, wanted one but didn’t have the courage to voice their desires.

Wei Ruo, amidst her bevy of admirers, was not stingy, instructing Xiumei to bring out the prepared gifts and distribute them among the ladies.

“I’m sorry that I am unable to get your desired garments in such a short time. Please accept these small gifts as a token of my apology.”

The embroidered bag she presented was light to the touch.

There were twenty in total, and aside from the one for Old Madam Lu, the rest were given out randomly. Whoever asked about her purple dress, Wei Ruo gave one.

When they initially received these gifts, they didn’t think much of them. In Wei Ruo’s presence, it wouldn’t be convenient to open the bags, so they handed them to their maids to hold.

Only Old Lady Lu was smiling and asked Wei Ruo, “What is it?”

“It’s lip balm. Old Madam, open it and see. The color is quite nice, it’s a new product from Daiyue Residence,” Wei Ruo explained.

Old Madam Lu opened the embroidered bag out of curiosity. Inside was a circular porcelain box slightly larger than a copper coin, which was why it was so light.

Opening the porcelain box revealed a deep red lip balm.

The color looked very red, but they didn’t know how the effect would be after applying it.

However, Daiyue Residence was currently gaining popularity and the products they sold were very useful. They were the new favorite among the noble ladies and young misses of the Capital City. Quite a few of those present were members of Daiyue Residence, so they figured this lip balm wouldn’t be inferior.

After hearing Wei Ruo’s explanation, some couldn’t help but open their silk bags to find indeed it was lip balm.

However, the lip balm colors were not completely the same. The colors varied from deep red, to light pink and rosy pink.

The logo on the porcelain box was none other than the trademark logo of Daiyue Residence.

Those who had bought items from Daiyue Residence knew that all the products had a moon logo – a crescent moon half-hidden behind the clouds.

People weren’t aware that Daiyue Residence was releasing a new product, but the logo looked authentic.

“Your Highness, I am a member of Daiyue Residence, but I was not aware of this new product launch. How is it that you’ve already received it?”

The person asking was the Crown Princess of Marquis Xuanping, who was almost betrothed to Wei Ruo as a step-wife.

“I have a bit of a relationship with the proprietress of Daiyue Residence, so I was able to get this lip balm advance. If the Crown Princess doesn’t believe me, you can check it out at Daiyue Residence in a few days.” Wei Ruo replied.

“There’s such a thing? I’ve heard that the lady boss of Daiyue Residence is very mysterious,” the Crown Princess of Marquis Xuanping said.

“Does the Crown Princess think I’m lying?” Wei Ruo asked.

“I wouldn’t dare, I was merely curious.” hastily answered the Crown Princess of Marquis Xuanping.

Old Madam Lu used her fingertips to apply a bit of the lip rouge onto the back of her other hand, leaving a brightly colored smear on it. The texture was smooth and delicate.

Old Madam Lu praised, “Whether it’s from Daiyue Residence or not doesn’t matter, this lip rouge is top-notch, even better than some Persian wares we received years ago as tributes.”

Average people didn’t have access to Persian tributes. Apart from royal consorts and princesses in the palace, only people with unparalleled status like Old Madam Lu could get their hands on them.

Upon hearing Madam Lu’s remark, the crowd immediately perceived Wei Ruo’s gifts as extraordinarily valuable.

Old Madam Lu then looked at Wei Ruo’s red lips and asked, “The rouge you’re wearing today, is it the same one?”

“Indeed, it is.” Wei Ruo replied.

With Wei Ruo’s confirmation, everyone focused their attention on her lips.

Wei Ruo was exquisitely dressed today with glossy and delicate skin, and her lips were plump and attractive.

Having seen this, nobody spoke further.

Just like what Old Madam Lu stated, it didn’t matter if it was from Daiyue Residence or not.

At this moment, those who didn’t obtain Wei Ruo’s small presents felt a tad regretful.

Everyone has a desire for beauty, especially world-class noble ladies like them.

They did not lack silver; ordinary gifts were beneath their notice.

What they loved were these rarely seen, top-notch rouge powders which you couldn’t easily buy.

Missing out on this opportunity lent an inevitable sense of regret.

But thankfully, Queen Rui had claimed this was a new commodity to be sold by Daiyue Residence. As long as it was for sale, they could buy it in a few days with their silver.

Bai, who was standing at the back of the crowd, was filled with resentment. She sneered and murmured to Wei Qingwan standing by her side, “Your sister is really good at hiding things. She certainly has many nice things but she has never been willing to share with her own family!”