Liuu Yuming was about to agree when she heard Tan You speak. "Take Liuu Jun with you. You won’t be back early today."

The words were on the tip of Liuu Yuming’s tongue, but she immediately changed her tune. "Auntie, let Jun come with me."

Her aunt didn’t think much of it. "Alright, have him go with you. We worry about you coming home so late all by yourself."

Liuu Jun was only twenty and still had a youthful spirit. He immediately wheeled his dad’s old 28-inch roadster out of the house and went with Liuu Yuming to the factory.

After arriving at the factory, Liuu Yuming went about her work as usual, while Liuu Jun helped out a little on the packaging line. Country kids, unless they were particularly spoiled at home, almost always knew how to find work to do.

They stayed busy like this until six in the evening, when Mr. Liu’s daughter finally arrived at the factory. She had to finish her own workday first, after all.

However, none of their colleagues, who usually left right after their shifts, had gone home. Everyone wanted to see what kind of makeup look Liuu Yuming could create for Wang Qin.

Liuu Yuming, of course, wasn’t shy. She was actually hoping for a bigger audience, as it would be free advertising. When Wang Qin arrived, Liuu Yuming saw her cakey foundation and couldn’t help but shake her head.

She opened her makeup case, which was filled with all sorts of cosmetics. From brow powder and brushes to eyeshadow and blush, to lipstick and facial cleanser—it was a dazzling array.

The tubes of lipstick, in particular, left everyone breathless.

"So many colors! You’ve only got one mouth. How could you possibly use them all?"

"I have to say, though, these colors are gorgeous."

"I’ve never seen these in stores. The ones they sell are all that bright red color. How could you wear that out on a normal day?"

Liuu Yuming ignored the murmuring crowd and simply rummaged through her case, quickly finding a container of cleansing cream.

"First, go wash your face. I need to see the condition of your skin. A perfect makeup look isn’t just about the makeup itself; it has to be smooth and not crease."

Wang Qin dazedly took the container of cleansing cream. When she came back after washing her face, Liuu Yuming studied it for a long time. "Your skin is a little dry, but other than that, there are no major issues. You have a very good base."

Mr. Liu said proudly, "Of course. My daughter’s skin is excellent."

Liuu Yuming smiled. "Have a seat. I’m going to do some pre-makeup skincare first. Your skin needs to be fully hydrated so the makeup will go on more smoothly."

Everyone watched as Liuu Yuming applied various things to Wang Qin’s face. Soon, her previously dry skin became dewy and hydrated, smooth and lovely to the touch. Wang Qin touched her cheek. "This feels amazing. What is it?"

Liuu Yuming said, "It’s a face cream I made myself. Don’t worry, it’s made with ingredients you can buy in any store and contains no preservatives. It’s completely natural and won’t harm your skin at all."

She was purely influenced by Tan You in this regard. ’After all, for something you put on your face, you have to be extra careful.’

"Basic prep is done. Next, we’ll shape your eyebrows. Eyebrows are very important..." Liuu Yuming gently guided Wang Qin to sit down in the chair. "Close your eyes..."

She held a small blade between her fingertips. After studying Wang Qin’s face shape, she deftly shaped her brows in a few swift motions. Wang Qin’s eyebrows were thick and full, giving her a sharp look that lacked softness. What Liuu Yuming did was to add as much femininity as possible.

Mr. Liu looked from one side to the other. "I have to say, you did a great job with those brows. They’re so long and slender."

Liuu Yuming smiled, pressing her lips together. "They’re called willow-leaf brows. The bride has an oval face, so this shape suits her. Of course, there are other brow shapes you can try later on."

The makeup trial was no easy task. They started at six and worked nonstop until nine-thirty, when Liuu Yuming finally completed Wang Qin’s entire look. She had also asked for Wang Qin’s opinion, and Wang Qin herself was not satisfied with the typical photo studio style, so Liuu Yuming was given free rein.

The results were, of course, excellent. In the center of the conference room stood a young woman in a red formal dress. Her makeup was exquisite, her updo elegant and refined, with just a few small hair ornaments—provided by Liuu Yuming herself—tucked by her temples.

Wang Qin looked in the mirror, overjoyed. "It’s so beautiful! These hair ornaments are gorgeous."

Liuu Yuming packed up her makeup case. "They’re velvet flowers. I made them myself. I used to worry about how I could ever wear red accessories like this out, but I guess they’ve finally come in handy."

The pattern master sighed in admiration. "Yue Ming, you’re really something else now. You can even make velvet flowers."

He wasn’t an ignorant man. Although the velvet flowers were simple in design, they were very well-made, with no fraying or loose threads. The creator had clearly put a lot of thought and effort into them.

He said, glancing at the formal dress Wang Qin was wearing, "The dress is beautiful too. Yue Ming, when did you learn to make clothes?"

Liuu Yuming scratched her cheek. "My mom taught me."

Everyone nodded. There were plenty of older women in the village who knew how to sew, so it wasn’t that unusual. Liuu Jun, who had been watching from the side, didn’t think much of it either. His young aunt’s dexterity had always been well-known in the village.

The pattern master said, "If you sold this dress on the market, you couldn’t get it for less than twenty or thirty yuan."

Liuu Yuming just smiled. "Only the fabric cost a bit of money."

She then looked at Mr. Liu and asked, "What do you think, Mr. Liu?"

"I think it’s fantastic!" Wang Qin held up the mirror, looking left and right. "I never knew I could be this beautiful! I’m getting married the day after tomorrow, so please do this exact makeup for me then. I’ll pay you the same price as the photo studio."

"I want the dress, too! And can I sleep with this makeup on tonight?"

Liuu Yuming shook her head. "You definitely have to take it off before bed, or it’ll be bad for your skin."

Mr. Liu was in a good mood as well. "Alright, Yue Ming, how much for everything?"

Liuu Yuming calculated a price. "The fabric for the dress cost me fifteen yuan, so just give me another ten for the labor. As for the makeup, I don’t know what the photo studios are charging these days. You can just pay what you think is fair, as long as it’s not less than what I make at my job."

"Don’t worry, we definitely won’t shortchange you," Mr. Liu laughed. "You’re providing both the materials and the skill. We’re not that stingy."

Wang Qin said, "I’ve asked around. Bridal makeup is 180 yuan a session, and that doesn’t even include a trial. I’ll give you 188. Is that price okay with you?"

Liuu Yuming’s breath hitched for a couple of seconds. Tan You’s voice promptly calmed her down. ’Get a grip. You’re going to earn much more money in the future. Are you going to act like this every single time?’

Liuu Yuming took a deep breath. "Okay, that price is fine. What time should I come the day after tomorrow?"

Wang Qin replied, "The earlier, the better. I want to take photos, and if it’s too late, there won’t be much time for that."

Liuu Yuming said, "Sure. Give me your detailed address, and I’ll get up early to do your makeup. If it smudges during the day, I can touch it up for you anytime."

Wang Qin smiled. "Great! Then I’m the one getting a deal. How many brides get a personal makeup artist following them around on their wedding day? I’ll be counting on you the day after tomorrow. Here’s a 50 yuan deposit."