The Empress Dowager had endured many hardships to achieve her current status.
Gu Youyou was lost in thought when Princess Jiu tugged at the hem of her clothing, awakening her from her reverie, and she hurriedly followed suit in paying respects.
"Commoner Gu Youyou pays her respects to the Noble Consort."
She bowed her head, unable to see Noble Consort Sheng's expression, but she could feel the burning gaze fixed upon her.
It took a while before she heard her voice.
"Rise."
Noble Consort Sheng examined Gu Youyou and said indifferently, "That outfit is rather lovely, did you make it yourself?"
Gu Youyou wore this outfit today precisely for the purpose of advertising Manxiu Building. She immediately responded, "Replying to the Noble Consort, this dress was a gift from Miss Du of Manxiu Building, personally made by her and the clothing masters of Manxiu Building."
