After thinking it through, Qi Zhenzhen smiled and shook her head. It was just a small gesture of help, how could she not accept such gratitude? Besides, it was her own capability that mattered. When she spoke to Gu Sinian back then, she had requested someone outstanding in all aspects.
If Hongdou hadn't been capable, this opportunity wouldn't have arisen.
Chunfeng and Erxi were sorting through the items sent by the Yun family. There was nearly half a pound of bird's nest alone. In addition to that, there were many bolts of fabric. They said it was the new material for the imperial concubines' clothes this year, newly woven by the Jiangnan Weaving Bureau. It was cool, breathable, and didn't stick to the skin, making it very comfortable to wear.
There was a lot of fabric. Qi Zhenzhen immediately sent two bolts of suitable colors to Madam Da Qin. She then picked out a few more bolts to send to Song Mingyue and Madam Yu.
"This fabric feels so comfortable, it must be very expensive. We can't accept it," Madam Yu refused.
Now that living conditions had improved, Madam Yu had seen many fine fabrics. The moment Qi Zhenzhen brought out the material, she knew it was not cheap, perhaps something rare that couldn't be bought at ordinary fabric shops.
"No matter how good something is, if it's just kept aside, it will spoil. Fabric is meant to be made into clothes, isn't it? Auntie, you know my needlework has always been poor. I was actually hoping you would accept the fabric and I could take this opportunity to ask you to make me a couple of outfits," Qi Zhenzhen said with a smile.
"I can make clothes for you, but I can't accept this fabric," Madam Yu did not change her mind because of Qi Zhenzhen's words.
Song Mingyue also felt that no matter how good their relationship was, it wasn't right to take advantage of them all the time. They were staying at the temple, and their daily food, drink, and expenses were already being taken care of.
Seeing that she couldn't persuade them, Qi Zhenzhen took a step back. "If you don't wear it, can't you let Aqing and Ashan wear it? Adults can withstand the heat, but children can't. Although it's late summer now, judging by the weather, it doesn't look like it will cool down in a day or two. Both Aqing and Ashan have prickly heat!"
When she mentioned the two younger ones, Song Mingyue hesitated. Because the children were too young, ice basins couldn't be placed in their rooms. Even though she diligently bathed and turned them frequently, prickly heat still appeared from time to time.
"Alright, stop hesitating. As their aunt, am I not allowed to make a couple of outfits for my two little nephews? Are you really going to refuse?" Qi Zhenzhen said playfully.
"Since you've put it that way, if I refuse again, I'd be too ungrateful."
Qi Zhenzhen had chosen a gradient of light green fabric. Made into shirts, the two little ones would surely look good wearing them.
Madam Yu, on the other hand, picked out light yellow and pink to make jackets and skirts for Qi Zhenzhen.
"Auntie, make me two sets so I can change them. Don't make them according to my current measurements, or I'll only be able to wear them for a few days."
Madam Yu gave her a playful glare. "Do you think Auntie is that wasteful?"
This woman was pregnant, and as her belly began to show, her figure changed day by day. Such good fabric should be worn for a longer period.
Madam Yu was quick with her hands, and with the help of a maid, she not only made the two sets Qi Zhenzhen requested but also made one set each for Qi Xuanxuan and Amuer.
Qi Zhenzhen placed one set beside Song Mingyue. "Good sister, I can't be the only one wearing them, can I?"
Song Mingyue was touched. "I'm so fat right now."
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Song Mingyue finally understood the reason why Qi Zhenzhen had asked Madam Yu to make them loose – she had included her from the very beginning.
"Zhenzhen, thank you," Song Mingyue said, moved.
"Stop right there, don't be so mushy, I can't handle it," Qi Zhenzhen said playfully.
"Madam, there's a letter from the Young Lord," Erxi rushed in.