The Flourishing Era of Female Merchants

Is it lively? It's more like noisy!

"The concubines in all the palaces have heard about Miss's arrival at the palace. They've all arrived at Yanfu Palace early this morning, saying they want to visit Miss. Ha, they say they want to visit Miss, but aren't they just after clothes made for them? Just now, two concubines even had a big argument over the order of arrival. Miss is going to be very busy." Liuguang said as she helped Anmi change her clothes. These concubines in the palace are vying for the emperor's favor every day, all wanting to shine on the Ghost Festival. Now they've pinned all their hopes on Miss.

An Mi frowned, but sighed inwardly. None of these concubines were people she wanted to offend. However, in the current situation, no matter which concubine stood out more on the day of the Ghost Festival, she would not be able to gain any advantage.

This is really a tough job.

After tidying herself up, An Mi opened the door to face the group of concubines. When the concubines saw An Mi come out, they all came forward very warmly, offering her delicious snacks or interesting items. They wished they could praise this woman with her exquisite embroidery skills to the heavens.

"I have long admired Miss Anmi. Today I finally meet her. She is so beautiful and talented, and it is rare to find someone with such excellent skills."

"Yes, I was amazed by your embroidery the other day. I've always wanted to have one, even just an embroidered handkerchief, wouldn't you say?"

“Miss Anmi…”

The concubines chatted amongst themselves, but An Mi listened quietly without interrupting. Seeing An Mi's attitude, the other concubines felt somewhat awkward, and in the end, none of them knew what to say, resulting in a room full of silence.

"Your Highnesses, I am here by His Majesty's decree to embroider and make clothes. If you have no objections, let's begin taking measurements. If you have any special preferences, please feel free to tell me," Anmi said loudly. As she spoke, the eyes of all the concubines lit up.

"Let me go first. His Majesty once praised me for being as elegant as an orchid. The color and embroidery of my dress are eye-catching and complement my temperament," one of them said excitedly as she walked up to An Mi, drawing disdain from the other concubines.

"Sister Lan, according to rank, it shouldn't be your turn to go first." A mere concubine, only a fifth-rank consort, Guo Shuyi glanced at Lan indifferently, her brows furrowed with disdain.

"If we're talking about rank, Guo Shuyi is only a second-rank official..."

In an instant, the concubines started arguing again. An Mi watched this scene with a mix of irony and headache. Just as she was about to speak to quell the noise in the room, a clear voice suddenly rang out, breaking the concubines' scramble.

"Your Majesties, you seem to be in high spirits. I wonder if the Emperor would be pleased if he happened to be here." Qinglan strode into the hall, her imposing presence and sweeping gaze around the room, sending a chill down the spines of those around her.

The concubines' expressions changed, even their smiles became extremely unpleasant. The Emperor detested infighting among the concubines, and if he saw such a chaotic scene, each of them would displease him. And if the eldest prince were to tell the Emperor about this...

None of the concubines dared to think further. Guo Shuyi forced a smile and said, "Your Highness has misunderstood. We were just joking around. Has Your Highness come here for something?"

Qinglan glanced at Anmi and said meaningfully, "I was originally going to the Imperial Clothing Bureau today to have a dress made, but I heard that all the resources of the Imperial Clothing Bureau are given priority to meet the needs of Yanfu Palace, so I came here to take a look. Along the way, I heard that Miss Anmi of Yanfu Palace has excellent craftsmanship, so I am a little curious."

Everyone felt a little strange upon hearing this, but it was also understandable. Although it was not within the purview of the Imperial Clothing Bureau to bestow clothing upon the princes and nobles of the mansion, it was not unusual for princes and nobles to have the Imperial Clothing Bureau make clothes for them.

However, these trivial matters are usually handled by servants. Today, the eldest prince personally came to arrange the clothes, which is quite surprising. Although they felt it was a bit strange, they couldn't say anything.

"Does the Crown Prince also wish to have Miss Anmi make clothes?" someone asked.

Qinglan smiled but remained silent. After a pause, she said, "The ladies arrived before me, so..."

"It's alright, it's alright. We have nothing to do in the palace anyway, so waiting won't hurt. Since the Crown Prince has arrived, please go ahead and don't delay his important business," Guo Shuyi said with a smile. The Crown Prince's mother died long ago, and he had no powerful backing. However, since the Crown Prince disappeared and then suddenly returned to the capital, his performance has won the Emperor's praise, and he is now in charge of all matters in the Ministry of Personnel.

Now, most of the emperor's sons have been granted the title of king. However, according to the rules of the Great Jin Dynasty, the heir to the throne can be either the eldest son or the eldest son. Both the eldest and second princes are qualified to inherit the throne. Perhaps the eldest prince will be the next heir to the throne. They must not offend him.

Qinglan smiled faintly and turned her gaze to Anmi, "Then I'll trouble Miss Anmi to take my measurements."

An Mi paused for a moment, then nodded. "Your Highness, this way please."

Qinglan strode into the inner hall, followed by Anmi, Liuguang, and Yifei.

In the inner hall, where the view of the concubines outside was blocked, Qinglan turned around. His gaze towards Anmi was noticeably gentler than when he was in the outer hall. Anmi looked at the man in front of her, and a smile appeared on her lips. The Qinglan she had seen in the outer hall and the Qinglan she had seen in the Imperial Garden yesterday were both the cold and aloof eldest prince from her previous life.

And in front of her, she seemed to sense that the refined and gentle doctor in the blue robe from Rong Jincheng had returned.

"Your Highness, we will take your measurements." Liu Guang and Yi Fei stepped forward and said respectfully. They were not ordinary maids, so how could they not see that the way the prince looked at An Mi was extraordinary? Although they were serving An Mi now, they were still the people of the Prince of Bohai. At this time, they naturally had to think of the Prince of Bohai.

Qinglan glanced at them and said, "You may go and prepare some tea and snacks. As for the measurement, your young ladies can handle it."

In Rongjin City, Qinglan had never seen the two girls on Anmi's body. He immediately understood that they must have been arranged by Bai Yi. How could he not see what the third brother was thinking?

Liu Guang and Yi Fei exchanged a glance. Liu Guang forced a smile and said, "This servant will go and prepare. Yi Fei, about the measurement..."

The Crown Prince wanted to send the two of them away, and Liu Guang and Yi Fei immediately understood. Since they understood, they would also have a way to deal with it. However, Liu Guang did not expect that before she could finish speaking, the Crown Prince's face darkened. "Didn't you hear what I said?"