Xiao Wu peeked curiously at the bowl. The sweet pear tonic was clear and fragrant, and it looked perfectly fine.
Ye Chutang gently tapped her on the head.
"Drink this, and you'll get an upset stomach."
Xiao Wu quickly took a step back, clutching her little tummy and shaking her head vigorously.
'No, no! Every time I get sick, Big Sister has to work so hard to take care of me. I don't want to be sick!'
Ye Chutang rose and poured the contents of the bowl into a potted plant by the window.
'It seems someone finds tonight's drama lacking and wants to put on a show of their own.'
'Well… she wouldn't mind obliging them.'
...
Guests began to arrive, and soon Ye Shixian, having completed her preparations, followed Mrs. Gao to take her seat.
As she entered, many eyes fell upon her.
Ye Shixian wore a pale jade-green gown with silver embroidery, a perfect match for the jade hairpin in her hair. The ensemble accentuated her slender figure and radiant features.
