The Capital of Yan Region. At Zhao Manor, Li Si had just received a delivery from the courier service straight from Fengfu City. Opening the wooden box, she found several outfits made from Tiejin silk, including both everyday clothes and formal attire. Li Si’s eyes widened in astonishment. She took out one outfit and examined it closely. The fabric shimmered under the morning sunlight. The dress was a gradient of blue, from light to dark, embroidered with blue Tiejin silk. When the fabric lay still in the box, it looked plain, but when she held it up to the light, the plum blossom patterns embroidered on it seemed to bloom magically. “Huh? How can the pattern move ?” Li Si was so excited. She brought the fabric then ran outside into the sunlight. As she moved the fabric, the pattern played with the sunlight. It shifted along with her movement, the plum blossoms slowly bloomed. The fabric then gradually changed from blue to pink, deepening to red. The plum blossoms became even more lifelike and beautiful. It changes color by itself! So beautiful! She had never seen such magnificent fabric before. Moreover, Zhenzhu had designed it to suit her. The waist was cinched with white fabric tied in a complex knot, forming a small white rabbit at her waist. “Miss, why don’t you try it on? This dress is truly beautiful.” The maid approached her with a hair ribbon from the wooden box. The ribbon also featured plum blossom patterns matching her dress. “Yes, yes, I’ll try it on. Let’s see how many more dresses from A’Zhu are in the box.” Upon looking inside, she found not only formal and everyday dresses but also two red military uniforms. “Huh? There are two more outfits.” She noticed that the remaining two were much larger than her size. On closer inspection, she found a piece of paper with quite messy handwriting: The black and gold one is for Brother Hao, the white one is for Brother Lang. “A’Zhu is so considerate, sending outfits for Big Brother and Brother Taizi.” The outfit Zhenzhu sent to Yong Saiweihao was a modified military uniform she had previously designed, now adorned with gold embroidery to make it stand out. As a general, his attire needed to be majestic and easily recognizable by his soldiers to boost their morale on the battlefield. Seeing their general fighting alongside them would certainly uplift their spirits. Wenlang’s outfit was a long white robe, his preferred style, now enhanced with white dragon embroidery. The pattern was invisible when still, but the dragon seemed to fly across the sky when the fabric was moved, giving a majestic and noble impression. These outfits Zhenzhu sent to the two young men, if worn by them, would greatly increase the recognition of her fabric shop. “Quickly, bring the box. I’ll send a courier to deliver this to Big Brother,” Li Si said excitedly. Her big brother had returned to his military camp. He would surely love the outfit and look even more imposing wearing it. One of the two outfits was sent to the palace, and the other was sent to the military camp. The fast horse quickly took the package and galloped away, raising a cloud of dust as he headed straight for the border camp. It took him two days and two nights to reach the military camp under the command of the General of the Region. "Who is it?!" the guard at the camp gate shouted. "I’m here to deliver a package from Lady Li Si to the Young General." He presented a fabric bag stamped with the Zhao family seal to the guard. Seeing this, the guard allowed him to pass. The courier quickly handed the bag to the guards at the front of the residence before leaving. At that moment, Yong Saiweihao was intently studying a map in his residence. The Tang Region was recovering from the drought, but troops were still heavily stationed at the border. It was expected that in two to three years, once Tang Region had recovered from the drought, they would advance on the border immediately. He needed to prepare defensive plans in advance. The border area between Yan and Tang was a vast open plain, commonly known as the ‘Killing Fields among the commoner. This was due to the long-standing conflict between the two regions, leading to frequent battles and heavy casualties of the soldiers from both regions. Thus, this place was similar as Killing Fields. "Master, a package has arrived from Lady Li Si," a guard placed the fabric bundle on the table. "Alright," Yong Saiweihao raised his eyebrows slightly, acknowledging the guard before returning to his map. Two hours passed before his handsome face finally lifted from the map, and he stretched to relieve his stiffness. He walked over to the package on the table and unwrapped it. Inside the wooden box, he found a military uniform tailored to a design he had seen before. However, this uniform was not the dark green he used to see. It was a sleek black with a slight sheen, combined with bright, shimmering gold that contrasts with the black, making the wearer look both majestic and imposing. Along with the uniform, there was a black and gold cloak. His thoughts turned to that young woman. Had she sewn this for him? Thinking of her bright, cheerful face made him adore her. She had many traits similar to Li Si, smiling widely when wanting to please and pouting when displeased. She was straightforward, unlike the reserved and demure young ladies he encountered, who often had a shy and reserved demeanor, yet lacked genuine sincerity. Yong Saiweihao picked up the uniform. It wasn’t the rigid armor he was used to, but rather fabric woven with silk and iron threads, making it slightly stiff. Yong Saiweihao smiled when he noticed a small emblem on the collar: the name of the young woman’s fabric shop. The emblem on the collar was subtly embroidered in the same color as the fabric, barely noticeable unless one looked closely. The characters read: Fu Zhenzhu. This young woman had discreetly put him to work as her model. But oh well, I guess I can wear her outfit for a bit. "Yes, Master," Yang Zhuang entered the residence immediately. "Prepare the horses. I’m going back to the city." Yong Saiweihao had to return to the capital because in a few days, the emperor would host a reception for the delegation from Chu Region. Due to the long-standing good relations between the Yan Region and Chu Region, many trades between the two had seen reduced taxes. With such a relationship, the royal families of both Regions decided to arrange a marriage to strengthen their ties further. The delegation from Chu Region would soon arrive to propose to Princess Ping of the Guifei. The Emperor placed great importance on this matter, so nobles of rank four and above were required to welcome the delegation. Moreover, the royal court planned a two-day, two-night banquet in honor of the delegation. Yong Saiweihao was quite pleased with this. A friendly Region meant no war, and if Yan Region had enemies on all sides, he, as the general protecting the Region, would be constantly at war, leading to numerous casualties. Thus, friendship was not a bad option. Yong Saiweihao slung the fabric bag over his shoulder and mounted his horse. "Master, let the servants take that package for you," Yang Zhuang said. There were plenty of servants to help carry things, the Young Master did not have to carry it himself. "No need," the young man replied flatly before spurring his horse into a gallop, leaving with a cloud of dust. Yang Zhuang looked at him in confusion. What was in that package that Young Master was so protective of? But he could only wonder. After two days and two nights of travel, Yong Saiweihao finally returned to the manor, the fabric bundle still on his shoulder. "Big Brother, you’re back. Did you see the outfit I sent you? It’s from A’Zhu. A’Zhu had me give it to you. Do you like it, Big Brother?" Li Si ran out of her residence as soon as the servants reported that her older brother had returned from the military camp. "Hmm," the older brother responded, gently patting the little one’s head and heading to his own residence. Hmm? Just one ’hmm’? A’Zhu made such a magnificent outfit with much effort, and all you say is that? Li Si was annoyed. She would tell A’Zhu not to make any more outfits for Big Brother. By mid-August, the leaves on the trees had started to turn orange and brown, falling to the ground with the wind. The delegation from the Chu Region had arrived two days ago. Two days prior, Zhao Yangshi and Zhao Yong Saiweihao had gone to the palace to officially welcome the delegation. Today, His Majesty was hosting a grand banquet at the royal palace, featuring various performances, including dances from the Manbao Brothel. As a result, the madams and young misses from prominent families were invited to join the lively banquet. Today, Li Si took out the light yellow dress that Zhenzhu had made for her. Since the banquet was to be held in the evening, Li Si chose the light yellow dress to stand out and reflect the light in the night. She sat in front of a large mirror, letting the servants do her hair. "All done, miss. You look lovely, suited your age." Li Si smiled in response to the praise. “Hurry up and go, Miss. Master and Eldest Young Master are waiting for you.” “Alright.” Today was the happiest day for her because she would be attending an event with her father and elder brother. Normally, whenever there was a banquet, she had to attend with her nanny, as her father and brother were stationed at the border camp. But today, they had to return to attend the banquet to welcome the delegation. If it weren’t for this, she would never have the opportunity to attend an event with them. “Si’er, are you ready?” “Yes, Father. Oh! Big Brother, why are you wearing a military uniform to the banquet?” Li Si replied to her father before exclaiming in surprise when she saw her older brother sitting with a stern expression, dressed in the black and gold uniform. His black cloak fluttered in the wind. This was the outfit that A’Zhu had made for him, but this was a banquet to welcome the delegation. Why was he wearing such attire? Um, Big Brother, are you wearing the wrong outfit? However, the brother remained unmoved by his younger sister’s surprise. Typically, nobles attending banquets would wear their noble attire to honor the guests. As a military noble, was it wrong for him to wear his military uniform? Seeing her brother indifferent to the customs, Li Si could only nod and board the carriage. It didn’t take long for the three of them to arrive at the royal palace. The palace was adorned with multicolored lanterns, illuminating the surroundings as if the sun were still hanging in the sky. As they walked towards the banquet, Li Si noticed a white figure approaching from a distance. As it came closer, she recognized Brother Taizi. Wenlang was wearing the white outfit that Zhenzhu had tailored for him. Even though it wasn’t daytime, and the fabric didn’t play with the sunlight, when the multicolored decorative lanterns illuminated it, the embroidery of the dragon appeared on his white outfit. Various colors of it were due to the color of the lanterns, making Wenlang exceptionally eye-catching when combined with his walking demeanor. “Brother Taizi!” Li Si called out excitedly. She wasn’t thrilled to see Wenlang himself, but rather excited that he was wearing the outfit A’Zhu had made. “Si’er, mind your manners. Someone might see you,” Zhao Yangshi gently reminded her. Yangshi wasn’t usually strict with rules, especially at home where he didn’t mind his daughter’s demeanor. But now they were in the royal palace, and she was calling out to Taizi. If anyone with ill intentions heard, it could lead to trouble. Li Si’s face fell slightly. She then nodded and replied with a sad voice. But in a blink, her expression brightened again, and she moved closer to Wenlang, whispering softly. “Brother Taizi you look so elegant. How do you like the outfit that A’Zhu made for you?” “Of course, I like it,” Wenlang smiled fondly at her manner. “I knew you would. Look, my outfit and Big Brother’s outfit were also made by A’Zhu.” She pointed eagerly to her elder brother. Even though his outfit was a military uniform, it made him look so dignified and majestic. How could it not be good? As for customs, they could be set aside for now. At this moment, she was very cheerful. However, the one who was not as joyful was the Young General Zhao. From afar, he could see that Wenlang’s outfit made him stand out significantly, enhancing the already noble Taizi’s appearance to a celestial level. Searching for the emblem on Wenlang’s outfit, just like his own, his exceptional vision as a white-tier spirit energy cultivator allowed him to spot the emblem that the young girl had secretly embroidered. He guessed that Wenlang had noticed it as well. A glint of displeasure flashed in his sharp eyes momentarily before he regained his calm composure. “Let’s go inside, Your Highness.” Zhao Yangshi said. Wenlang nodded and walked into the banquet with the Zhao family trio. As soon as the four of them entered, the loud chatter of the banquet fell into a brief silence. The sound of a teacup shattering broke the silence. A young lady had dropped her teacup after catching sight of what seemed to be an immortal and a demon deity walking into the event. Why would an immortal and a demon deity attend a mortal’s banquet? One was a man of unmatched beauty in pure white attire, embroidered with dragon patterns that played with the evening lights. His features were so perfectly sculpted that women of all ages couldn’t help but be captivated. His graceful movements made it seem as if his attire emitted a divine glow. The other man was clad in a black and gold warrior’s garb like a warrior in the battlefield of honor, making his handsome but cold face seem even more unapproachable, yet strikingly majestic. His calm demeanor and piercing gaze ignited the hearts of the women in the banquet like a blazing fire. This man seemed like a general from a celestial demon clan who used to the battlefield of death. The whispers of the women made Yong Saiweihao frown in displeasure. With his spirit energy that was way too high, he could hear the conversations of these women even if he didn’t want to. “Hey. Tell me we’re still in the mortal realm. Am I not at the Peach Banquet hosted by Xi Wangmu?” “Are you delusional?” “Then why do I see an immortal and a demon deity?” “That’s the Taizi and Young General Zhao.” “Why do the Taizi and Young General Zhao torment me so?” “They make me want to be their concubine, warming their bed.” The lady made a dreamy eye as if she were already in bed with the young men. “Shame on you. You’re from a respectable family. Don’t say such things. Shut your mouth at once.” A madam twisted her daughter’s arm in shock. She disciplined her since childhood, why did she not know how to behave? “Why are men like the Taizi and Young General Zhao so rare? If the men in the capital were half as majestic, I’d marry right away.” “Who do you think the Taizi and Young General Zhao are? Do you think such men are common in teahouses? Having one of this exceptional man in the region is a blessing. Our Yan Region has two.” “What should I do? I want to marry now.” “Then go tell your mother!” “Look at the outfits they’re wearing. Why are they so beautiful? Look at the embroidery on the Taizi’s robe. Isn’t that a dragon design? Why does the pattern seem to move its wings?” “The same goes for Lady Li Si’s outfit. Why does the bamboo pattern sway as if it’s truly being blown by the wind?” When someone pointed it out, everyone else took a closer look. As expected, the observation was accurate. Even though Young General Zhao’s outfit did not feature embroidery pattern like the others, its design was exceptionally striking. However, the most outstanding outfit was Lady Li Si’s. Besides the uniquely beautiful fabric and the lifelike natural patterns, the dress was tailored perfectly to her figure, including all the curves of her body. Unlike the other ladies’ dresses, which were embroidered all over, her dress had selective embroidery that accentuated the wearer. There were small knots tied around her waist and chest to prevent it from looking too plain. The light yellow dress under the red lantern light made Li Si astonishingly radiant. “That dress is so beautiful. Which shop did she buy it from? I want one too. Why have I never seen it before?” “How would I know? I’m seeing it for the first time just like you.” “Did she buy it from Lady Yaoyao’s weaving factory?” “How could that be? I went fabric shopping the other day, and there was no such beautiful dress. Lady Yaoyao’s shop only has the same old designs. Besides, don’t you know Lady Li Si never buys from Lady Yaoyao’s shop?” “Oh, how could I forget? Then where did such a beautiful dress come from? Is it expensive?” “I don’t know. Let’s ask Lady Li Si later. I’m curious too.” The conversations of many young ladies drifted through the air to Yaoyao’s ears. Everywhere she went, the young ladies were talking about the outfits worn by Lady Li Si, Young General Zhao, and the Taizi. They speculated that the outfits must have come from the same shop. Besides the similar fabrics, some noticed strange symbols hidden on their collars. Those with keen eyes could read them as Fu Zhenzhu. Everyone guessed that Fu Zhenzhu must be the name of the fabric shop that tailored the outfits. Yaoyao stood clenching her fists in frustration. Not only did they talk about the fabric shop Fu Zhenzhu, but many ladies also made snide remarks about her own fabric shop. Since the scandal about her not paying her workers spread, her reputation in the capital had plummeted, affecting her sales. Additionally, her shop had not introduced any new silks or designs for a long time due to labor and financial issues, further decreasing her fabric shop’s sales. Before long, the name Fu Zhenzhu became something everyone was eager to find out about. Orıginal content can be found at 𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭·𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘦·𝘯𝘦𝘵 “I must send a servant to find out where this shop is. Has a new fabric shop opened in the capital without me knowing?” “Perhaps. I want one too. If I don’t have at least one outfit from there, I won’t be able to sleep for several nights.” It must be said that Wenlang, Yong Saiweihao, and Li Si are renowned figures in the capital. Whatever they do or wear is always closely observed. When they donned such beautiful garments, and the origin of these outfits was unknown, people’s curiosity intensified, leading to a secretive competition. Whoever wore similar garments would surely stand out among the crowd. While everyone was focused on the outfits, the Emperor and the delegation arrived at the banquet venue. “His Majesty has arrived!” Everyone knelt to pay their respects according to custom before the Emperor proceeded to the main seat. “At ease, there is no need for formalities. This is a banquet to welcome the delegation. Please enjoy yourselves to the fullest.” He waved his hand, signaling the eunuch to prepare the performances for the delegation from Chu Region. Now, everyone in the banquet behaved more reservedly, did not have gossiping sound like before. The first performance was a graceful dance by beautiful maidens, showcasing the elegant and delicate art of Yan Region. Most of the dancers today were from the Manbao Brothel. Their exquisite dance pleased the Emperor greatly. However, one of the envoys watching the performance wasn’t very interested in the dancers. He was intently observing Wenlang’s attire, frowning in curiosity. Even after the dance ended, he couldn’t suppress his curiosity. “Your Majesty, please forgive my boldness, but may I ask the Taizi a question?” he asked respectfully. “Is there something the envoy wishes to discuss?” “I noticed that the Taizi’s attire is exceptionally and uniquely beautiful, with the embroidery that is simple yet intricate. May I ask where the Taizi’s garment was acquired? Would it be possible for me to be fortunate enough to wear such a beautiful fabric?” He knew well that asking such a question was extremely improper and inappropriate, but the elderly envoy really had passion for garments. Every time he traveled between different regions, he would collect unique fabrics and embroidery from various places. However, the Taizi’s attire was something he had never seen before. What kind of fabric was this, and how was the embroidery done to make it interact so perfectly with the light and movement? “Please forgive my rudeness, Your Majesty and Taizi.” Wenlang smiled warmly. “You are too polite, Envoy.” He gestured towards Lady Li Si, who was sitting with sleepy eyes. “This should be presented by Lady Li Si of the Zhao family.” At once, Li Si’s drowsy eyes brightened. Ready! She was ready to present right now! Li Si walked to the front, bowing respectfully to the dignitaries and honored guests with a radiant smile. “Oh, it’s Lady Zhao. You’ve grown so beautiful that I hardly recognized you.” “Thank you, Your Majesty,” she replied with a bright face, showing no shyness that a typical young girl would display when receiving praise. “Well then, tell us. The envoy is eager to know which shop the outfit came from.” “Yes, Your Majesty. Just a moment, please.” Li Si then walked over to a servant and whispered something in their ear. The servant nodded and quickly left, returning shortly with a small portable stove. “What is she planning to do with a stove?” The ladies nearby whispered to each other, maintaining their decorum since the Emperor was still present. “I don’t know. Let’s wait and see.” Li Si placed the portable stove down before standing up. She walked in a manner that she though would be the most beautiful, showcasing the pattern of her dress under the light. Her movements, neither too slow nor too fast, caused the fabric to shift slightly. The pattern moved along with her, and the embroidered bamboo pattern seemed to sway as if there were a gentle breeze. “Oh? The embroidery moves.” “It really does move.” “I’ve never seen fabric that can move on its own. It’s incredibly beautiful and astonishing,” the ladies whispered in awe. Read ‘Rebirth: This Farmgirl Has Spirit Fish Scales’ before anyone else with more Chapters at https://www.jinovel.com/en