Galolie was taken to a cosmetics shop called Silver Veil.
The shop had very few customers, because only those who received an invitation and recommendation were qualified to become its patrons.
In Galolie's impression, this shop was where upper-class noblewomen gathered to scheme against one another while having the owner design their makeup.
Yet Galolie could not deny that the shop's understanding of feminine beauty might far surpass even that of her mother, Madam Si.
So whenever Galolie took part in a theatrical performance, she would come to this cosmetics shop in advance to decide on her makeup.
Leon: The Professional was the only film whose makeup had been finalized directly by Joshua without going through this shop.
Galolie now sat in the center of Silver Veil. The maids bustled around her, running back and forth, and Galolie felt as though she were taking part in an important alchemical experiment.
She truly was this shop's most important customer. The Flower of Falosi represented the pinnacle of beauty throughout Falosi, and no one dared neglect her.
Sometimes, Galolie felt like a vase displayed in an art gallery, one her mother had pushed to an exorbitant price through several auctions.
"Mother, the makeup for 'Court' was decided long ago. Why did you bring me here again?"
Galolie noticed that Mrs. Si was already discussing her new makeup with the shop owner.
"Of course, it's to prepare for the wedding ceremony the day after tomorrow," Mrs. Si said.
"The wedding ceremony... you mean Joshua's?"
Mrs. Si did not hear Galolie's question. She was focused on discussing Galolie's final look with the shop owner.
"It's a friend's wedding. Make the makeup a little more restrained... but alter her temperament somewhat."
The requests Mrs. Si made were gradually carried out on Galolie. The maids began