The concubine is a man, and the illegitimate son of a divine physician has a spatial ability.

Yin Zijing frowned slightly, carefully counting the conspicuous holes in his clothes, feeling a pang of annoyance. His gaze then shifted to the fallen and extinguished candle beside him, its faint glow still lingering in the air.

Yin Zijing lowered his voice and said cautiously, "Replying to Master, there are three holes in the clothes, and three candles have fallen over." After speaking, he timidly raised his head and stole a glance at Master Yang standing in front of him.

Master Yang picked up the bamboo stick on the table with a blank expression and said coldly, "Stretch out your hand!" Although his tone was not stern, it carried an unquestionable authority.

Yin Zijing bit her lip, hesitated for a moment, and then slowly extended her delicate, slender hands. Her palms were soft and smooth, and when they were outstretched, they resembled a blooming flower.

However, what was striking was that he said the nails on his ring and little fingers had grown quite long. Since returning to the Yin residence, Madam Zhang had stopped allowing Yin Zijing to cut his nails, instead instructing Granny Zhou to take good care of them.

At this moment, Yin Zijing's nails were painted with a layer of delicate pink nail polish, its vibrant and bright color making them appear exceptionally exquisite and beautiful. The pink nail polish contrasted beautifully with her fair skin, adding to her delicate charm. However, even these beautiful nails seemed unable to alleviate the fear brought on by the impending punishment.

Even with nail guards, I can't do anything when my nails grow long. It's even inconvenient when I go to the toilet, and I need the help of servants.

Yin Zijing's slender, jade-like hands were trembling uncontrollably, as delicate and powerless as a flower swaying in the wind. However, Master Yang, who stood in front of her, seemed oblivious to this. She expressionlessly picked up the bamboo stick in her hand and, without hesitation, slapped Yin Zijing's palm hard.

A series of crisp and loud sounds rang out, "Clap clap clap!" The sound of bamboo sticks hitting palms echoed in the air, one, two, three... a full six times, Master Yang showed no mercy.

Yin Zijing bit his lip tightly, enduring the excruciating pain. Tears welled up in his eyes, but he stubbornly refused to let them fall. After Master Yang finished beating him, he hurriedly withdrew his hand, which had been beaten red, and carefully protected it against his chest like a wounded bird.

Immediately afterwards, he took out the handkerchief he always carried with him from his pocket and gently covered his poor palm.

At this moment, Master Yang spoke calmly, "Zijin, you must continue to work hard." Then, he turned to Yin Zixiao, who was standing quietly to the side, and asked, "And what about you?"

Upon hearing this, Yin Ziyao slowly extended her fair, jade-like right hand and replied softly, "Fifteen times..."

After everything was over, Granny Zhou stepped forward and helped Yin Zijin up, saying, "Miss, let's go! Tidy up and change your clothes. Don't be impolite in front of the princess."

Yin Zijin nodded slightly in agreement, and then carefully took small, bound feet, walking slowly back to his beautifully decorated boudoir with the others.

At this moment, Granny Zhou turned and walked towards a four-doored, exquisitely carved rosewood wardrobe that exuded a faint sandalwood fragrance. She stopped and asked softly, "Sixth Miss, which dress would you like to wear today?"

Meanwhile, Ah Tian stood behind Yin Zijing, gently combing his cloud-like black hair. Yin Zijing sat quietly in front of the dressing mirror, seemingly languid and bored as he gazed at the dazzling sunlight outside the window, casually replying, "Hmm... I'll choose that jadeite robe, and pair it with a pale yellow fox fur vest."

The weather is gradually getting warmer day by day, and I think it's more comfortable and relaxed to wear something simple and understated. Besides, there will surely be many young ladies attending the banquet at the princess's place, so it's best if we keep a low profile to avoid causing any unnecessary trouble.

With a smile, Granny Zhou brought the clothes to Yin Zijing's side and said with satisfaction, "Miss, you've thought of everything so carefully."

After Ah Tian styled Yin Zijin's hair and applied makeup, everyone helped Yin Zijin put on her clothes and jewelry.

Granny Zhou looked left and right, feeling it was still a bit too plain. Then she took out a small box from the drawer of the dressing mirror, inside which lay two jade bracelets.

Granny Zhou quickly placed two jade bracelets on Yin Zijing's wrists, muttering, "These jade bracelets are called 'Spring Rain Nourishing Jade,' they are priceless treasures. Madam has never shortchanged the young lady in terms of food, clothing, and upbringing..."

Before she could finish speaking, Yin Zijin came in and asked, "Zijin, are you done yet? Let's go quickly! I can't wait any longer, I haven't been out in so long."

Yin Zijin stood up and said quickly, "Let's go, let's go, I want to go out too, I'm so bored."