I started as a concubine, and I made the crown prince cry with my delicious food.

The amazing effect of the mascara was like a bombshell, causing a complete uproar among the elite ladies of Beijing.

Ye Yunyun, sporting those two "little fans" on her head, went to a polo match.

As a result, throughout the entire polo match, everyone's attention was not on the horse, but on her eyes.

Countless young ladies and gentlemen surrounded her, marveling at her bright, expressive eyes.

When they learned that this magical effect came from a magical product called "mascara" invented by her eldest sister, Ye An'an.

The entire socialite circle in Beijing went crazy.

If the previous "magical makeup" was just a vague and ethereal concept that remained in legend, then...

So now, Ye Yunyun's pair of curled and thick eyelashes, which everyone can see with their own eyes, are a living, breathing, and most convincing mobile GG card!

For a time, the word "mascara" became the most discussed topic among women in Beijing.

The threshold of the general's mansion is once again about to be worn down by the crowds.

This time, it wasn't just the maids and nannies who came.

Instead, countless wealthy ladies personally came to visit.

They carried large sums of money and lavish gifts, adopting an unprecedentedly humble posture.

There is only one purpose.

I'm looking for a magical mascara, handmade by the Crown Prince's concubine.

Looking at this exaggerated scene, Ye An'an was overjoyed.

But on the surface, she still had to maintain a facade.

"Oh dear ladies, I'm so sorry," she said with a "troublesome" expression. "I just figured this out myself. The ingredients are hard to find, and the method is complicated. I can only make a few a day."

"I only have a few samples left. I really can't distribute them all."

The more she said this, the more frantic the noble ladies became.

They understand the principle that scarcity increases value better than anyone else.

"Sister An'an, could you spare one of these earrings for me? I'll trade you my new pair of South Sea pearl earrings!"

"Your Highness, I have a bolt of the finest Yun brocade, a tribute from the Western Regions. If you would grant me a tube of mascara, this brocade is yours!"

"I'll offer five hundred taels! No, a thousand taels of silver! Just for one!"

The situation briefly spiraled out of control.

Looking at their frenzied pursuit of "becoming beautiful," Ye An'an found it both amusing and began to seriously consider her business empire.

It's definitely not feasible for her to do all the hammering and tinkering in the small kitchen all by herself.

This thing must be mass-produced!

Moreover, we can't just sell mascara.

What she wants to create is a complete and systematic beauty brand.

So, in the following days, Ye An'an kept the ladies in suspense by claiming that there was a "lack of materials," while at the same time, she began her meticulously planned scheme.

First, she optimized and improved all the cosmetics she had previously created.

She added more skin-nourishing ingredients to her foundation, such as pearl powder and ginseng extract, positioning it as a "skin-nourishing foundation" and emphasizing the concept of "nourishing the skin through makeup".

For lipstick, she abandoned the previous single red. Instead, she used various natural plant and mineral pigments to create more than a dozen different colors.

It has a delicate, watery red color.

A vibrant orange-red.

It has a gentle bean paste color.

And then there's the bold, vibrant red.

She even created a "mermaid" color with a delicate pearlescent sheen.

She also pressed eyeshadows into four-color eyeshadow palettes in different color families. There are earth tones for everyday work, as well as cute and charming peach tones.

Highlighter, blush, eyebrow powder, eyeliner...

She systematically improved and upgraded everything.

Finally, there's the packaging.

Ye An'an knows that "good looks" are the primary factor in attracting women.

She personally drew up the design and found the best craftsmen in the capital.

She didn't use a traditional, bulky wooden box.

Instead, they ordered a batch of small, exquisite white porcelain boxes.

Each box is decorated with an exquisite blue-and-white lotus scroll pattern.

The foundation is packaged in a small, press-type porcelain bottle.

The lipstick was made in the shape of a bamboo tube that can be rotated and pushed out.

The eyeshadow and blush were pressed into a shell-shaped porcelain dish that could be opened and closed.

The entire outfit looks exquisite, elegant, and full of a unique sense of luxury.

She gave her brand a name.

——"Flowers in the Mirror".

Drawing inspiration from the phrase "flowers in a mirror, moon in the water," it signifies that a woman's beauty is dreamlike yet real and attainable.

When the first complete "Mirror Flower Romance" makeup gift set was produced.

Even Ye An'an herself was amazed.

She gave the gift box to her third sister, Ye Jinjin.

When Ye Jinjin opened that exquisite gift box, which was like a work of art.

When she saw inside, there were cosmetics, neatly arranged, each one radiating an alluring luster.

She felt that what she received was not cosmetics.

Rather, it is the most beautiful dream about "beauty".

The news spread like wildfire.

Soon, all the noble ladies in the capital knew about it.

The Crown Prince's concubine not only knows how to make mascara, but she also knows how to make a whole set of magical cosmetics that can transform a person!

Moreover, that set of cosmetics also has an extremely beautiful name: "The Mirror Flower Romance".

At this point, the noble ladies could no longer sit still.

They are no longer satisfied with just a small tube of mascara.

What they wanted was the complete set of "Flowers in the Mirror"!

The entrance to the General's Mansion was once again completely surrounded.

This time, they brought not pearls and brocade.

Instead, it was boxes and boxes of real gold and silver!

"Your Highness! Please, sell me a copy of 'Flowers in the Mirror'! How much? Name your price!"

"Yes, Your Majesty! I'm willing to offer three thousand taels!"

"I'll offer five thousand taels!"

Looking at the almost frenzied scene, Ye An'an knew that the time was ripe.

She cleared her throat and slowly announced to the maids and nannies outside the door, who were already waiting anxiously, a piece of news that would shake the entire capital.

"Everyone, please calm down."

"My 'Flowers in the Mirror' is limited in quantity, and it is simply impossible to satisfy everyone's needs."

"However, please rest assured."

"Ten days from now, my first beauty store, 'Liren Pavilion,' located on Suzaku Avenue, will officially open."

"At that time, the complete 'Mirror Flower Romance' makeup gift set will be available as an opening exclusive and sold in limited quantities."

"First come, first served".

As soon as she said that, there was a deathly silence outside the door.

Immediately, a deafening cheer erupted!

Everyone's gone mad!

They ran quickly back to their residence to tell their master this wonderful news.

Then, the entire upper class of the capital began to fall into an unprecedented state of "war preparedness".

They began to take stock of their savings and sell their jewelry.

They even started by sending people to Zhuque Street in advance to scout out the terrain and prepare to be the first to rush into the store on opening day!

A war without gunfire, concerning "beauty," is about to begin in the capital.

Ye An'an, the instigator, stood atop the General's Mansion, looking down at the chaotic yet orderly and vibrant scene below. A queenly smile, full of strategic brilliance, curled at the corners of her lips.

She knew that a brand new beauty empire, belonging to her alone, was about to rise in her hands.

Just as she was immersed in this immense sense of accomplishment.

A familiar figure appeared at the entrance of the General's Mansion.

He was dressed in a black casual suit, his posture was straight, and his face was stern. He stood there quietly, looking up at her.

Those deep eyes were filled with complex emotions that she couldn't quite understand.

There is longing, helplessness, and a hint of... barely perceptible grievance.

It was Xiao Jingshi.

In the end, he couldn't resist coming to find him.