Peasant Woman’s Decreed Life as a Wife

Chapter 1029: Chapter 1026: Back and Forth

The maidservants dared not say more and simply followed her, boarding the boat.

This scene seemed to go unnoticed, but in reality, it was observed by a group of people with noble status.

Once Ye Muyu boarded the painted boat, she found her place already arranged, neither at the front nor at the back.

Yan Bingnuan was just about to instruct the servants to adjust the seating when Ye Muyu said softly, “Third Miss, this spot is quite good, using cream here won’t attract too much attention.”

After all, touching up one’s makeup in public was somewhat improper.

If not for genuine curiosity, Yan Bingnuan certainly wouldn’t have brought up trying the product right now with Ye Muyu, of course, discussing rouge was still no problem.

“Does the lady now realize that trying on rouge with Bing Nuan in public is a breach of etiquette?” Lin Mianmian covered her mouth and chuckled lightly, “Those unaware would think Bing Nuan doesn’t know any better.”

Ye Muyu’s face was smiling, “Aunt Lin, your attempt to sow discord is rather amateurish. Discussing rouge and makeup amongst women is quite common. As for trying it on, that will have to wait until the Third Miss likes the rouge from the store. Only then will I have the shopkeeper come over and explain in detail.”

“As the saying goes, a rumor must start with someone, and it would be best not to be that someone to avoid misunderstandings.”

Lin Mianmian was about to get angry when Ye Muyu had already taken a seat next to Yan Bingnuan.

She also said to Aunt Lin, “If you wish to speak with close friends, please do so. After all, you seldom go out, and I won’t hold you back, lest I seem too heartless.”

Lin Mianmian hesitated for a moment but ultimately chose to leave; she indeed needed to meet her natal family.

Once Lin Mianmian left, Yan Bingnuan looked at her in surprise, “Madam Chu is truly kind-hearted, being so amiable to Aunty.”

Ye Muyu just smiled and said nothing. In this room, there were countless who wished to see her fail, and even Yan Bingnuan wasn’t truly intending to befriend her, she was just interested in the cream.

Ye Muyu then took out the sample products.

She explained the benefits of each one, only testing them on the back of her hand for her to see the effects.

“So these are to be used before bed and before applying makeup,” Yan Bingnuan listened for a while before understanding, “Can this really keep the skin moisturized?”

She was curious. The wind in Yuzhou was quite strong, and Yan Bingnuan often felt her skin was very dry, which made it difficult to use many rouges.

“You can try applying it on the back of your hand and see.”

“This is specifically for use on hands. You’ll feel the results after getting off the boat,” said Ye Muyu.

Yan Bingnuan thought about it and didn’t hesitate, applying some on her hand, indeed feeling a touch of moisture, and it even smelled nice.

“I heard that the lady’s store also sells lip balms?”

“Indeed, if the Third Miss is interested, I will have the shopkeeper visit your residence tomorrow for you to personally make a selection.”

“Then I won’t be polite,” Yan Bingnuan felt her dry hands become comfortable, and upon closer inspection, she noticed that Ye Muyu’s skin seemed even better, especially her makeup, which wasn’t dry at all and looked very natural. Although she wasn’t the most beautiful, her appearance was exceedingly pleasant.

“Thank you, Madam Chu, for the explanation. Mother is calling me; I’ll go over there first and chat with you later,” Yan Bingnuan said to Ye Muyu, then stepped away.

Ye Muyu watched her leave and once she was gone, settled into her seat, perfectly positioned to leisurely enjoy the view outside.

Perhaps it was the festive season that brought so many painted boats out on the lake.

Only the Yan family’s boat was larger and filled exclusively with female family members.