Traveling back to ancient times to get rich

Having nothing pressing to attend to this morning, Gu Mochen and Ye Qingchen leisurely went to the courtyard, where they practiced martial arts with Grandpa Lu, Liu Yufeng, and the others. Just then, Aunt Gu rushed over and reported to Ye Qingchen, "Your Highness, the Princess has sent a box, stating that it is a gift for you and requesting that you examine it personally." Hearing this, Ye Qingchen couldn't help but feel curious, secretly wondering: Could it be that the Princess has sent back some delicious food again? With this expectation in mind, she quickly stepped forward and gently opened the box.

The first thing that caught her eye inside the box was a snow-white fox fur coat. The fur was pure white, without a single blemish, as smooth and delicate as mutton-fat jade, its texture soft and smooth, making it irresistible to the touch. Even a single glance conveyed its extraordinary luxury. However, when Ye Qingchen moved her gaze to the bottom of the box, she discovered a slightly smaller and flatter box. Filled with curiosity, she reached out and opened this smaller box.

In an instant, a dazzling light burst forth from the box. Inside the small box lay a complete set of exquisite golden phoenix headdresses! These headdresses were inlaid with emerald green jade, colorful agate, and numerous rare and precious gemstones, truly a dazzling and radiant display of wealth. Moreover, they included several matching hairpins, hair ornaments, earrings, and even a pair of crystal-clear jade bracelets. Each piece was exquisitely crafted, demonstrating superb artistry, especially the golden phoenix, which was so lifelike it seemed ready to take flight at any moment. Clearly, these ornaments were the work of a master craftsman.

Ye Qingchen gazed at everything before her, and it became clear in her heart that her attire for the Plum Blossom Banquet was roughly decided. Thinking of this, a look of joy involuntarily appeared on her face.

To match the fox fur coat and headdress, Ye Qingchen specially asked Aunt Gu to make her a pair of lambskin boots. She had a few days to finish. She also prepared a white brocade down jacket, embroidered with snow plum blossoms in silver thread, looking high-end, elegant, and understated. The headdress was incredibly luxurious, so she had Aunt Gu make a goose down lining inside, light and warm. The goose down was naturally collected from their shop. Ye Qingchen had planned to collect more duck and goose down to make clothes. She had machinery in her space specifically for manufacturing polytetrafluoroethylene (GORETEX), a fabric commonly used in high-end outdoor down jackets, known for its waterproof, windproof, and breathable properties, suitable for extremely cold weather. Taking advantage of the abundance of fabric, Ye Qingchen took out quite a few bolts and had Aunt Gu make them. She also taught Aunt Gu a needlework technique to ensure the stitches didn't prick the fur.

Now, Ye Qingchen, after much deliberation, felt that merely sending a few undergarments wasn't enough to express her feelings for Old Master Lu, Liu Yufeng, and Gu Mochen. Therefore, she quickly dispatched Bai Zhi and Fu Ling, instructing them to work at full speed to produce even more undergarments.

Meanwhile, Ye Qingchen herself was making a special undergarment, a gift for the esteemed Princess! Just yesterday, the clever and quick-witted Ye Qingchen had inquired in detail about the Princess from the nanny. From the nanny, she learned that the Princess took meticulous care of herself, appearing radiant and elegant. Knowing this, the skillful Ye Qingchen cleverly designed and made elastic bands at key areas like the waist of the undergarment. This way, no matter how the Princess's figure changed, the undergarment would perfectly fit her shape, as if tailor-made for her!

Not only that, Ye Qingchen also had the discerning eye to choose pure, flawless white fabric when selecting the material. After all, this color is elegant and sophisticated, complementing any outer garment perfectly. Moreover, wearing this white undergarment gives off a fresh and refined feel, while also adding a touch of warmth. Surely, the Princess will be delighted to receive this gift, brimming with Ye Qingchen's sincerity and care!

Besides this, Ye Qingchen went to great lengths to prepare a special gift for the Princess. Knowing the Princess's desire for eternal youth, she meticulously prepared a large quantity of Youth-Preserving Pills. After all, the miraculous Rejuvenation Pill was too precious and rare to be easily shown to others, but Youth-Preserving Pills were relatively more common, so she could prepare more without worry.

At the same time, Ye Qingchen also ingeniously created a complete set of cosmetics for the princess. These cosmetics were no ordinary products; each one was personally crafted by her using rare medicinal herbs unique to this area. The bottles that held these cosmetics were also carefully selected, all being top-quality porcelain bottles from the most prestigious porcelain shop in the city.

These small bottles have unique shapes and a smooth, delicate texture. Their surfaces are adorned with exquisite patterns or delicate engravings, making them look like works of art, incredibly refined. Opening the cap reveals a dazzling array of cosmetics inside.

It includes a water-clear moisturizing lotion that can quickly penetrate the skin's deeper layers to replenish moisture; a milk-smooth emulsion that can effectively lock in moisture and nourish the skin; a serum rich in various nutrients that provides deep nourishment and repair to the skin; and a rich cream that provides long-lasting protection and care for the skin.

In addition to basic skincare products, this cosmetic set even includes a complete range of makeup items. The eyeshadow palette is incredibly diverse, offering everything from subtle nude shades to vibrant pearlescent colors, enough to meet the makeup needs of different occasions; the brightly colored lip gloss gives lips a captivating shine with just a light swipe; and the rosy blush creates a natural, healthy glow with just a touch – truly a complete package!

After careful preparation, the gift was finally ready. But before they knew it, time had quietly slipped away, and it was already the seventh day of the twelfth lunar month.

At dawn, pure white snowflakes suddenly began to fall from the sky. They fluttered and drifted down, like light goose feathers or soft willow catkins. These snowflakes danced in the air, rapidly covering the entire earth at an astonishing speed, as if draping everything in the world in a thick layer of silver.

Gazing at the swirling snow outside the window, Ye Qingchen couldn't help but sigh, "This princess really knows how to pick a day!" He thought to himself, because normally, tomorrow would be the peak blooming season for plum blossoms. The red plum blossoms, standing proudly against the snow, would contrast beautifully with the vast expanse of white, creating a truly rare and stunning scene. With this in mind, Ye Qingchen filled himself with anticipation for tomorrow's plum blossom viewing trip.