Liu Mei soaked her self in the warm water, the maids poured soap into the water as rose petals gently floated on the surface. The scent of lavender filled the air, creating a serene and calming atmosphere. Liu Mei closed her eyes and let the warmth of the water soothe her tired muscles, melting away the stresses of the outside world.

While she luxuriated in the bath, the maids attended to her every need. One maid gently ran a loofah across Liu Mei's back, exfoliating her skin and leaving it silky smooth. Another maid poured warm water over her hair, carefully massaging her scalp with a fragrant shampoo.

“ Zi is very beautiful and have a smooth white skin.“ the maid who stood behind her said.

“ Zi is the most beautiful, no wonder the Lord had spent all night with her.“ Another made said with a gentle smile.

Liu Mei scoffed in her mind , these maids were only trying to gain her favor by praising her, she was the first of the wives that ever made it through the first night , didn't that mean the Lord wants to keep her alive , didn't that mean the lord might favor her in the future.

“ if you keep flattering zunjue, zunjue might take it to heart.“ Liu Mei said closing her eyes, her words were meant to tell the maids that she knows their true intention and us not taking their words to heart.

None of the maids spoke again or try to flatter her , they carried on with their duties gently to avoid hurting the Lady and receiving punishment.

After her refreshing bath, Liu Mei was attended to by an old maid servant, who skillfully helped her dress in a splendid, ruby-red gown. The vibrant color perfectly echoed the rosy flush on Liu Mei's cheeks, accentuating her undeniable beauty. The luxurious fabric gracefully cascaded down her slender figure, hugging her curves in all the right places and creating an aura of elegance and sophistication.

The dress boasted intricate embroidery, delicately adorning the neckline and sleeves with elaborate patterns of golden thread, shimmering in the sunlight. Tiny pearls and crystals were meticulously sewn into the fabric, catching the light with every movement and adding a touch of ethereal enchantment to Liu Mei's ensemble.

The form-fitting bodice hugged Liu Mei's slender waist, showcasing her graceful posture and enhancing her regal demeanor. The dress flowed outward from her hips, festooned with layers upon layers of exquisitely textured fabric, like a blooming rose in full blossom.

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Completing the ensemble, Liu Mei wore a fine belt of delicate silk, accentuating the curves of her waist and symbolizing her royal status. Her hair was swept up in an intricate updo, adorned with jeweled hairpins that sparkled with every subtle movement.

Looking at her self in the mirror she was quite satisfied with the face that looked back at her through the glass.

“ Zi , food has been set.“ A maid announced.

Liu Mei who was admiring herself beauty lost interest , she immediately stood up, “ lead the way.“

The maids walked behind Liu Mei whist also directing her to the dine room.

The dining room is small and elegantly decorated in classic Chinese style. The walls are adorned with delicate hand-painted silk scrolls depicting majestic landscapes and vibrant flowers. A soft ambient lighting emanates from traditional lanterns hanging from the ceiling, casting a warm glow across the room.

The centerpiece of the room is a rectangular, polished mahogany dining table, adorned with intricate carvings and surrounded by intricately carved wooden chairs with plush velvet cushions for comfort. The table is set with fine porcelain plates, delicate tea cups, and polished silverware, all meticulously arranged.

On the table, there is a tantalizing spread of Chinese dishes, carefully prepared by the skillful chefs. Plates of steaming hot dumplings, crispy green onion pancakes, succulent Peking duck, and fragrant bowls of steamed rice are just some of the delectable treats awaiting the guests.

In one corner of the room, a traditional Chinese tea set is displayed, with a variety of fragrant teas sourced from different regions of the country. The aroma of these teas lingers in the air, adding to the overall ambiance of the room.

As Liu Mei makes her way into the dining room, the scent of the delicious food and the inviting atmosphere convince her that it is indeed a feast fit for royalty. The maid gestures for her to take a seat, and with anticipation in her eyes, Liu Mei excitedly sits down, ready to indulge in the culinary delights.

“ The commander has arrived.“ The voice of a male servant eachoed the room, Liu Mei who was about to indulge into the food sighed, was this man going to be her second bad luck.

All the servants in the room fell on their knees with their head bow , Liu Mei also knelt on her feet holding her fist together , she bowed , “ qie greets the Lord.“

Wang Cheng walked over helping her stand, “ as Beng gong's Zi , you don't have to be so courteous.“

Liu Mei only nodded , sitting down to indulge into the food.

“ stop!.“ Wang Cheng's voiced roared, he looked at Liu Mei , who is half way to putting a shrimp into her mouth.“ Avoid spicy and salty foods during your menstrual cycle, as they lead to water retention and bloating.“

Liu Mei frowned looking at the wang cheng, this man is indeed her bad news, more over how did he know about a woman's menstrual diet, she put down the shrimp forcing an appreciative smile.“ Qie had forgotten so fast thanks to The Lord,qie would have gotten sick.“

“It is the duty of beng gong to protect Zi.“ Wang Cheng said also smiling brightly at her but his eyes held no emotions, as he looked at the servants by the side the smile on his face dropped completely.

“ in the future, all of you are responsible for beng gong's Zi, do not ever be careless with Zi's health, clear these, get the kitchen to prepare, black chicken soup, pork ribs soup with ginger and dates and red dates and Logan soup.“

“ later you all should go to the department of servant affairs to get your punishment.“

“ yes Master.“ The servants said kowtowing seven times, they were all happy the Commander had not chased them out of the Ming Fu, in the past when a servant that works for The Ming fu are bond to not make mistakes, the slightest mistake had gotten many servant out of the Ming Fu, some female servants that had made advances towards the commander ,had ended up not just outside the Ming Fu, but at the Ji yuan ( brothel).