Chapter 244 Being Unreasonable

Chapter 244: Making a Scene for No Reason

Yaoniang took the instruction manual and loudly read it aloud, her voice loud enough for everyone present to hear.

"The main ingredients of this skincare set are water, niacinamide, propylene glycol, arbutin, purslane, vitamins... Its primary function is to refresh and whiten the skin, suitable for young maidens aged fifteen to twenty-five. The effect is minimal for those above that age. Customers are advised to purchase according to their own circumstances."

"The usage steps are as follows: first, cleanser; second, toner; third, lotion; fourth, cream; finally, apply the essence to the face..."

Ji Yuntang raised her elbow slightly. "That's enough."

She smiled warmly at the woman, who still wore patched clothes, and spoke in a gentle, sweet tone.

"Madam, did you understand what Manager Yao just read?"

"The most important reason our Evening Dress Pavilion has become so popular in such a short time is that every product we sell is targeted."

"First, it targets the customer's age; second, their skin type; and third, their purchasing power."

"Not to mention whether you can afford it, but given your age and skin type, it seems unsuitable for you. Why would you spend a large sum of money to buy a set that doesn't fit you and then use it?"

"Moreover, the usage steps on the manual clearly state that the essence is the last step after washing your face. Why did you apply the essence first?"

Hearing Ji Yuntang's words, the woman was inwardly startled.

She didn't know any of this, and that gentleman hadn't told her either.

Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck her, and she spoke arrogantly, "I don't know about that. It was a clerk named Wang Sheng from your shop who recommended this product to me. He said it was perfect for my age and skin."

"He also assured me that after using this set, my face would become as white as snow and I would look twenty years younger. I was tempted, gritted my teeth, and bought it without even looking at the manual."

"Now your product has ruined my face, and we've spent all our savings. How are we supposed to live?"

"Your Evening Dress Pavilion is full of people with black hearts, running such a scam to cheat us commoners. Aren't you afraid of retribution?"

Yaoniang's eyes darkened, and she warned coldly, "Madam, please choose your words carefully. We sell only products made with integrity at Evening Dress Pavilion and have never cheated the people."

Ji Yuntang's red lips curled slightly as she glanced sideways at her.

"I, this princess, don't know if Evening Dress Pavilion will face retribution, but I can assure you that those who lie and maliciously frame us will certainly meet their due."

Hearing her insinuation, the woman grew furious.

"What do you mean? Just because you're a princess, you think you're so great!"

"You first sell fake and inferior products, then deceive people with promotions. Now that the evidence is clear, can you really have me, a common woman, arrested?"

Ji Yuntang let out a light scoff and smoothly continued, "You're right. I am going to have you arrested. I reckon the officials will be here any moment."

The woman's face showed obvious disbelief. "Even if the officials come, you're the ones in the wrong. I have nothing to fear."

"Either close your Evening Dress Pavilion today, or fire Wang Sheng and make him kneel and apologize to me. Otherwise, this isn't over."

Upon hearing this, Ji Yuntang realized that the woman was targeting the Evening Dress Pavilion and Wang Sheng.

Wang Sheng had already been sent on an errand and was not present in the shop.

But before he left, he had clearly seen this woman.

Since Wang Sheng had no reaction, it suggested he didn't know her at all.

The only explanation Ji Yuntang could think of was that the woman had been bribed.

And the person behind this had a grudge against both Wang Sheng and herself.

Ji Yuntang narrowed her eyes, and a suspicious person came to mind.

However, she still lacked evidence to reach a conclusion.

Just then, Yaoniang brought out a small booklet from the shop and handed it to Ji Yuntang.

Ji Yuntang glanced through it and immediately understood.

She said, "This set of skincare products costs three hundred taels of silver. Half a month ago, only eighteen sets were put on the market at Evening Dress Pavilion. Of those, eight were pre-ordered with deposits by young ladies from the capital."

"The remaining ten sets sold were also recorded in the shop. May I ask your name, madam? If you tell me, I can check the records."

The woman's heart gave a jolt, and her hands trembled with panic.

But she quickly regained her composure, hands on her hips, and said, "What? When we common folks buy skincare at your shop, do you investigate our family background and identity?"

"Is there no justice or law? If that's the case, who would dare buy anything from Evening Dress Pavilion?"

Seeing the woman deliberately inciting the crowd to pick a fight, Ji Yuntang narrowed her eyes and snorted coldly.

"You need not worry about that. Evening Dress Pavilion protects customer privacy. However, for those who come to stir up trouble, I will naturally investigate thoroughly."

"You claim to have bought skincare at our shop half a month ago, so we naturally need to verify whether you have a purchase record here."

"Only then can we solve your problem more effectively, don't you agree?"

In a corner no one noticed, a figure in black clothes and a black hat was staring at Ji Yuntang, his eyes filled with malice and venom.

If anyone looked closely, they could see the hatred brewing on his face.

When the woman heard Ji Yuntang would verify her identity, her expression immediately fell apart.

She hadn't made a purchase, so naturally there was no record.

For a moment, she didn't know how to salvage her lie.

Seeing her fall silent, Yaoniang said angrily, "You dare not speak because you never actually bought skincare from our shop, is that right? Then where did this set come from?"

"Of course I bought it myself!"

After declaring this with righteous indignation, she suddenly clutched her stomach, looking pained.

"Ouch, my stomach suddenly hurts. I need to use the restroom. Make way for me!"

Without waiting for Ji Yuntang to respond, the woman turned to leave. The onlookers, having seen her unreasonableness, stepped aside.

Just then, a handsome figure in white robes walked over—it was Wang Sheng.

Behind Wang Sheng was an elderly man in hemp clothes, over sixty years old.

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