There was only one fine set of cosmetics left. Qian Yixiu, having taken the Smooth Fragrance Rouge for herself, gave the Jade Fragrance Rouge to Grandma Wu, the Gold Lotus Dew to her little mother, and the Golden Lotus Rouge to her little aunt.
She had considered giving two items to Huang Yue'e, but on second thought, decided against it. Even if she could ensure Huang Yue'e wouldn't reveal the secret, she couldn't guarantee the same for those around her. Huang Wanchun was a shrewd businessman always on the lookout for profit, and becoming the target of his attention was not a pleasant prospect. The mishap with their Gold Lotus Roots, a temporary lapse in caution and vaunting, had led to irrevocable and substantial losses.
What remained were three bottles of the Lotus Fragrant Dew suited for men.
