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She felt as if all her strength had been drained away, and she heavily collapsed onto the hard wooden bed.
With a creak, the old bed seemed unable to bear her weight, emitting a sharp protest, as if it too was sighing deeply for her.
“Sigh…” Lin Yu let out a long breath, filled with resentment and confusion. “Why can’t my damned, misplaced charm even attract that dog of an emperor?
Am I not beautiful enough?
That shouldn’t be the case. After all, I used to be the belle of the school!
Wherever I went, I was the center of attention!”
As she murmured to herself, she gently stroked her delicate face, her eyes revealing a hint of unwillingness and disappointment. The more she thought about it, the more frustrated she became, finally unable to hold back her self-pity.
At that moment, a crisp yet slightly teasing voice suddenly rang in her mind: “Host, don’t be so downcast! Winning or losing is common in battle; what does one failure matter? We can always start over! Perhaps your approach just isn’t quite right!”
The voice belonged to the system bound to Lin Yu—Inverse Light.
It appeared like a dazzling meteor in the night sky, shining brightly as it made a grand entrance in Lin Yu's mind with what it thought was a very cool pose.
Its smug expression seemed to scream “Praise me!” in big letters across its face.
Lin Yu rolled her eyes in annoyance, thinking: This system doesn’t comfort me and instead makes sarcastic remarks!
“Why don’t you tell me how my method is wrong? Am I really supposed to seduce the emperor? Let me tell you, I have principles; I sell my art but not my body!”
Lin Yu crossed her arms, wearing an expression that clearly said, "Don't even think about it."
Inverse Light chuckled, a knowing look on its face. "Oh, there's no need for that. With you being so pure and virtuous, how could you possibly do something like that? But I do have something special here that might just help you out!"
With that, Inverse Light swiftly summoned a dazzling golden shopping interface, showcasing a plethora of items ranging from ancient weapons to modern artillery, all of which dazzled the eyes.
Lin Yu casually browsed through the selections and thought to herself, This system actually has some good stuff!
Suddenly, her gaze landed on an inconspicuous item, and out of curiosity, she clicked on it.
"What is this? An ancient beauty guide?"
Lin Yu's eyes widened in disbelief.
"That's right! This is the secret weapon I've carefully prepared for you!" Inverse Light proudly explained. "I found this guide from an ancient beauty blogger. It contains various long-lost beauty techniques from the past. Once you learn them, you'll overshadow everyone else and captivate all hearts. Forget about emperors; even the deities in the heavens will be moved by your beauty!"
Lin Yu was skeptical. "Is this for real? How impressive could ancient makeup techniques be? It can't just be some blush or powder, right? Those things can't possibly compare to modern cosmetics."
Inverse Light patted its chest confidently. "Don't worry! I spent a fortune to get this guide; it's definitely worth it! Just think about it—those ancient beauties had no beauty filters or Photoshop. They relied solely on makeup to enchant kings and bring nations to their knees. How could their techniques be lacking?"
After considering Inverse Light's words, Lin Yu found some merit in its argument.
Since there weren't any other options available at the moment, she thought, why not give it a shot?
"Alright, let's exchange!"
Lin Yu gritted her teeth and spent 10 points to redeem the "Ancient Beauty Makeup Manual."
Once she got her hands on the manual, Lin Yu eagerly flipped through its pages.
Before long, she discovered that this manual was indeed quite... peculiar.
For instance, one of the makeup styles was called "Peach Blossom Makeup," which required crushing peach blossom petals and applying them to the face. It was said to give a rosy complexion, making one look as radiant as a peach blossom fairy descending from the heavens.
Lin Yu looked at the illustrations in the manual and imagined herself with a face full of peach blossoms, unable to suppress a shiver.
Another style was named "Plum Blossom Makeup," which involved adorning the forehead with plum blossom petals arranged in a plum blossom shape. It was said to enhance one's elegance and grace, making one appear like a proud plum blossom standing tall in the snow.
Staring at her smooth forehead in the mirror, Lin Yu found it hard to envision it decorated with plum blossoms; the image was too beautiful for her to bear!
"This... this is too bizarre, right? Are you sure it won't backfire?"
Lin Yu stared in disbelief, unable to contain her skepticism.
Inverse Light chuckled, "Don't worry, host! These makeup styles may seem odd, but their effects are absolutely amazing! Just think about it; nowadays, all beauties look the same. After seeing so many internet celebrity faces, it can get boring. Occasionally trying something different will definitely catch people's attention!"
Lin Yu still hesitated. "But... I can't shake off this strange feeling. Can these makeup styles really work? What if I don't charm the emperor and instead scare him away?"
Inverse Light encouraged her, "Don't be afraid! Be bold and give it a try; you might be pleasantly surprised! Just think about it—you're currently in a precarious situation. If you can't complete your task quickly, you'll really be stuck in this cold palace for a lifetime! Do you want to spend your whole life without seeing the emperor or experiencing what it's like to be a queen?"
The words of Inverse Light struck Lin Yu's heart like a heavy hammer.
Indeed, how could she just give up? She was destined to become the queen!
Lin Yu took a deep breath, her gaze gradually firming up.
“Alright! I'll give it a try!”
She decided to go all out; after all, it was just an eccentric makeup style. For the sake of completing her mission and becoming the queen, she was determined to do it!
Following the methods outlined in the secret manual, she began experimenting with various bizarre ancient makeup styles.
First was the "Peach Blossom Makeup." She carefully found a wild peach blossom from some corner outside the cold palace, gently plucking a few petals. Then, according to the instructions in the manual, she crushed them into a paste and delicately applied it to her face.
At first, it felt cool against her skin and carried a faint floral fragrance, which was quite pleasant.
After a while, she looked into a bronze mirror and noticed that her complexion had indeed become much rosier. Her previously pale cheeks now resembled ripe peaches—pink and tender, truly enchanting.
“Hmm, not bad!”
Lin Yu nodded in satisfaction, pleased with her "Peach Blossom Face."
Next, she moved on to try the "Plum Blossom Makeup."
This time, she followed the same method, finding a wild plum blossom from an unknown corner and plucking a few petals. Then, she mixed them with honey and carefully dotted them on her forehead in the shape of plum blossoms.
As she applied the makeup, it felt sticky and slightly itchy at first, but after a while, once the honey dried, it felt much better.
"Mm, this is quite nice!"
Lin Yu looked into the mirror and saw the plum blossom petals on her forehead shimmering under the sunlight, making her look like an elegant fairy, truly beautiful.
Next, Lin Yu tried several other unique makeup styles, such as "Willow Leaf Eyebrows," "Cherry Lips," and "Lotus Face."
Each makeup style felt fresh and fun, boosting her confidence in her beauty even more.
The "Willow Leaf Eyebrows" made her appear gentler and more graceful, the "Cherry Lips" made her look charming and delightful, while the "Lotus Face" gave her a refined and ethereal quality...
With every new look she tried, Lin Yu felt she was one step closer to becoming a captivating beauty.
"Haha, now I don’t believe I can’t attract the Emperor!"
With renewed confidence, Lin Yu stepped out of the cold palace, ready to head to the Imperial Garden for another "chance encounter" with the Emperor.
She was determined; with her beauty at this level, how could the Emperor remain indifferent?
In the Imperial Garden, flowers bloomed in a riot of colors, competing for attention in a breathtaking display.
A gentle breeze wafted through, carrying the intoxicating fragrance of blossoms that was refreshing to the senses.
Dressed in a light pink palace gown with vibrant "Peach Blossom Makeup" on her face and adorned with elegant "Plum Blossom Makeup" on her forehead, Lin Yu strolled through the flowerbeds like a blossoming peach flower or a proud winter plum blossom—exquisitely beautiful beyond compare.
As she walked, she discreetly observed her surroundings, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Emperor.
Suddenly, she noticed a group of palace maids and eunuchs surrounding someone who was slowly approaching.
That person was clad in a bright yellow dragon robe, wearing a golden crown. He stood tall and imposing, exuding an aura of regal authority that commanded respect without anger. It was the Emperor.
Lin Yu's heart raced, and she felt her breath quicken.
Taking a deep breath, she struck what she believed to be her most elegant pose, preparing to greet the Emperor.
"The Emperor has arrived!"
With a sharp and prolonged call, the Emperor appeared before Lin Yu.
She lifted her gaze to meet his, their eyes locking.
In the depths of the Emperor's eyes, she detected a hint of astonishment, which filled her with secret delight. It seemed her "unique makeup" had indeed made an impression!
However, in the next moment, the Emperor suddenly froze, his expression filled with surprise and… a trace of indescribable amusement?
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