The Phoenix Hairpin
Lucy attends a family gathering where she faces humiliation from her aunt and cousin due to her simple gift and rough hands, but she boldly claims her gift is a Phoenix Hairpin from the Emperor, sparking disbelief and mockery.Will Lucy's claim about the Phoenix Hairpin be proven true, or is she setting herself up for more ridicule?
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