Chapter 21
“Remember to put contrasting colors next to each other in order to create a gorgeous effect.” Lady Yui, Lord Takeo Matsuda’s concubine said as she gave instructions to 10-year-old Akiko, her child and Lord Matsuda’s only daughter. Having a well-coordinated outfit and carrying it well is an important art that noble Yashima ladies have to master. Especially during an important family gathering, like the annual New Year’s Day banquet which will take place in a few hours. “Yes Mama,” the little girl replied. She squinted her eyes and closely looked at the sea of silk robes spread out before her. The green or the blue? What shades? Light to dark, or dark to light? Maybe light pink and deep red? Akiko glanced back at her mother anxiously. “Go w
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