Chapter 8

Originally, You Jia's complexion was quite poor, waxy and slightly dark, which made one lose interest in examining her features closely at first glance, let alone getting to know her better. However, makeup could conceal this flaw. It is unclear how many layers of powder the makeup artist applied, but her originally waxy complexion transformed into a fair one. The artist meticulously applied powder to her neck as well, and a light blush was added to her cheeks. You Jia's eyes were naturally double-lidded, so no eyelid tape was needed. The makeup artist merely enhanced her eyebrows and eyelashes, making them appear more elongated, and lightly applied eyeliner. The artist even skillfully used foundation to cover up the slight hollowness in You Jia's cheeks.

In Boze's view, every aspect of You Jia, from her appearance to her demeanor, requires a complete overhaul. However, this would mean that the time required would not be just a few hours. In light of this, he must make You Jia realize the importance of this matter in the shortest possible time

Bai Ze directly brought the person into a personal styling salon that Yu Jia considered quite upscale, called over a stylist, and pointed at Yu Jia, saying: "Just make her look a little better within an hour."

Bai Ze: "As a woman, your face is even rougher than a man's. Don't you feel ashamed?"

He suddenly took Youjia's hand and touched his face with it, then asked her: "What does it feel like?"

In fact, from the moment Yu Tao proposed the breakup, the worldview she had formed over the years was on the verge of collapse. Previously, You Jia always believed that no matter how harsh and cruel society was, and how unfair fate was to her, there was always one person who loved her unconditionally. However, it later proved that this person did not exist. The breakup was merely a trigger; the reason she contemplated suicide that night was closely related to her long-standing experiences.

Regardless of whether there is someone who loves her, a woman must first learn to love herself

"Excuse me, may I ask what cosmetics you are using? Could you give me a brand?" You Jia secretly made up her mind that when she received her salary next month, she would go on a shopping spree

Upon seeing this, one is left in a daze

In the past, her understanding of makeup was limited to the perception formed during her university years, when her roommate would spend all day fussing in front of the mirror. She thought that makeup, at most, involved applying some powder, blush, and lipstick, but she never considered that the skill of a makeup artist could vary so greatly.

Youjia has never been a lucky or happy child since her early years. No one has ever praised her for being excellent or beautiful. When she first entered society, she had opportunities to change her fate. If she had worked hard and been ambitious instead of focusing her energy on other matters, her current position would certainly not be lower than Ren Jing's. However, once this opportunity is missed, it will not come again, and she has already grown accustomed to living quietly as an ordinary person.

Bai Ze suddenly felt a deep sense of helplessness. At that moment, he must have been bewitched to say that You Jia was his girlfriend. Oh heavens, how can such a lowly girl be transformed into a goddess? This is clearly a project more arduous than human beings landing on the moon!

Where to go

Youjia has now come to understand that Boze is a person with very discerning tastes; receiving a comment from him saying "not bad" indicates that her appearance is indeed quite good.

Baize held her hand and pressed it against her own face: "What does it feel like?"

Makeup Artist: "Although La Mer is expensive, it is not suitable for everyone's skin type. I once had a client who used La Mer every day, and in the end, she developed herpes on her face. The issue was not with the product itself, but rather that it was not suitable for her skin type. After she switched to another brand, her facial herpes healed without any treatment."

You Jia : `` ... ... ''

Baize: "I still want to take you to a place"

Bai Ze: "... ..."

The other party's current appearance has finally rekindled a bit of confidence in him. Next time, if he brings someone like this in front of his family to put on an act, he is likely to get away with it.

Bai Ze saw that she had calmed down, and directly took her to a nearby supermarket, where he bought a bunch of eggs, honey, and... a pot of aloe vera

Bai Ze also said: "You don't need to worry about the hairstyle, just help her with the makeup, one hour should be enough"

Bai Ze's expressionless face: "Therefore, what I want to say is, if my family or friends ask about it at that time, and I tell them no, it would seem like I am trying to cover it up. You need to be mentally prepared that in the coming period, if I have a need, I will come to you for some appropriate support."

The egg is cracked, the yolk is taken for consumption, and the egg white is set aside. Then, mix in some aloe vera and honey; as for the proportions, you can decide for yourself. After that, you don't need me to teach you, just apply it directly to your face. Normally, once or twice a week is sufficient, but given your special circumstances, doing it twice a day should be fine.

Youjia has greatly broadened her horizons; she used to believe that skincare products or cosmetics were definitely better the more expensive they were

Now, this self-pitying thought has been awakened by a scathing reprimand from Boze, who enlightened me with a sudden realization. No one is inherently content with mediocrity; even someone like Youjia has once dreamed of transforming from an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan one day.

You Jia opened her mouth slightly but ultimately did not speak, sitting in the chair and allowing the makeup artist to apply makeup on her face

It is quite smooth

You seem to have a hesitant expression; what are you trying to convey?

It is unclear how much time has passed, when someone patted her on the shoulder, she woke up

You Jia originally intended to refuse, but upon reflecting on how Bai Ze had helped her time and again, she realized that although she repeatedly claimed she did not owe him any favors, she actually felt quite grateful to him in her heart

The makeup artist said to her: "First, sit up so I can take a look; the eye area may need some adjustments."

Youjia expressed her gratitude, saying: "Thank you, no one has ever told me these things before, I will pay attention from now on"

In the mirror, Youjia's eyes still carried a hint of confusion from just waking up, but she was already a different person compared to before she fell asleep. In simple terms, it was like a direct upgrade from a plain appearance to a fresh and youthful look

The makeup artist smiled and, without holding back, directly told her all the brands. Once You Jia noted them down, she said: "In fact, the brand is secondary; no matter how good the brand is, it may not suit you. Have you heard of La Mer?"

In fact, no matter how miraculous makeup may be, it cannot transform a person into someone entirely different. If a person's appearance is inherently unattractive, akin to that of a pig, makeup cannot turn them into a phoenix. However, for those with an ordinary appearance, who do not have crooked noses or cleft lips, makeup can serve to enhance their features and add a touch of brilliance.

You Jia looked at him with an excessively critical gaze, slightly on guard: "Let me make it clear first, do not take me to buy anything like Dior or Lancome, I can't afford it, nor do I want to use your money"

The makeup artist further stated: "Miss You, your skin foundation is not very good. While makeup can certainly conceal temporary flaws, over time, those cosmetics can also harm the skin. Therefore, it is best for you to pay more attention to skincare in your daily life. Items like loofah, cucumber, and milk are all excellent skincare products. As for the methods of use, you can search online. I recommend that you consistently maintain your skincare routine, as it will yield results."

Bai Ze: "Do you have no self-awareness at all?"

Bai Ze scornfully said: "You only know the brand; do you even know which brand is suitable for your age group and skin type? Are you even a woman, if you don't understand these basic common sense? What use is it to only know a brand?"

Youjia's lips twitched; she suspected that the blows she had endured over the past twenty-plus years were not as numerous as those she had experienced in just these few days: "... I understand now, I will definitely persevere every day. But speaking of which, how would a big man like you know this? Is that the reason your face is smoother than mine?"

No one knows how significant this small act of makeup was for You Jia. Just when she seemed to have resigned herself to the notion that her life was fixed in this way, fate opened another door for her, making her feel that even if she could not claim to be exceptional, at least she could avoid being so mediocre.

She frowned and said, "But I have never interacted with people from your circle, and as soon as they see me, won't they immediately see through me!"

Youjia shook her head repeatedly: "I am not interested, find someone else!"

She stared at the mirror in disbelief until the makeup artist reminded her that the eye area needed further adjustments. Only then did she close her eyes and allow the other person to make corrections, her heart still lingering in the shock from earlier, beating somewhat rapidly

Youjia nodded slightly; she was no longer paying attention, but she had heard of such expensive luxury brands.

Youjia was struck to an unprecedented extent by him, and has become so depressed that she no longer wishes to speak

At this moment, Master Bai had already returned from outside. He walked in front of You Jia, took a look, and nodded slightly, saying, "Not bad."

The stylist scrutinized Youjia carefully, and the more she looked, the tighter her brows furrowed, finally shaking her head: "The foundation is not very good; it will probably take at least three hours, not just one hour." She lifted Youjia's hair and gently raised her chin: "Your hair is too dry; it needs some treatment, and a hairstyle must be done. Your complexion is also not good, and your eyebrows haven't been groomed; applying makeup will be a hassle as well..."

Youjia suddenly chuckled, "Alright, alright, I was just joking. I know you are naturally beautiful, so don't stoop to the level of a petty citizen like me!"

Bai Ze silently thought: It seems that merely changing one's appearance is useless; as soon as one opens their mouth, the essence of a lowly person is exposed. The path to transformation is indeed long and arduous

She happily touched her cheek and decided not to wash her face all day, planning to remove her makeup just before going to bed in the evening: "Now we can go, my eggs are still in your car, and with the hot weather, they can spoil easily."

Youjia couldn't help but glance at the mirror

Is this ready?

Bai Ze: "I understand your feelings of jealousy, but as a wealthy person, do you think it is necessary for me to go to the supermarket to buy eggs and then separate the egg whites to apply a facial mask every day like you do?"

Youjia: "... ... How is my situation so special?"

Before she could finish speaking, You Jia had already voiced her opposition: "Three hours is not acceptable, I have too many things to do!"

Bai Ze left after casually tossing the person here, and it is unknown where he ran off to. The staff here are very professional. You Jia is sitting in a massage chair, with the makeup artist's assistant adjusting the backrest to 45 degrees, allowing her to lie comfortably on it. As You Jia observes the makeup artist working diligently, she realizes that it will likely take at least one or two hours to complete. Thus, she simply closes her eyes to rest, and before she knows it, she has fallen asleep.

Youjia: "Now that everything has been purchased, can I go back?"

A place that allows you to build confidence in the shortest time possible, and also helps me build my own confidence

Bai Ze looked at her several times, up and down, with a face full of disdain: "Therefore, it is necessary to transform you anew"

Bai Ze: "That despicable person, Wei Shizhuo, has already met you. How can you expect me to find someone else? My father trusts him more than he trusts me! Anyway, as long as I can manage to deal with them two or three times, I will tell them that we have broken up, and then I will be free. Otherwise, why would I be sitting here wasting time talking to you about all this nonsense!"

Bai Ze: "... ..."

Youjia: "Oh, so as a wealthy person, do you have the nanny do the shopping for you?"

To be precise, even if someone had said it before, Youjia probably would not have taken it to heart, as she always believed that her feelings for Yu Tao were unshakeable. However, one must fall to understand pain, and now she has realized how naive her previous thoughts were