??Chapter 38: Chapter 38 Not the Slightest Bit of Help
Chapter 38: Chapter 38 Not the Slightest Bit of Help
“Miss Jiang indeed stands out from the rest,” Xun Liya, stylishly dressed and sporting trendy makeup, looked under thirty and exuded an air of elegance.
“Designer Xun, having a al here with you and my mother, we really feel it’s sowhat neglectful. A friend recomnded a nice restaurant just down the street, right by the river. How about we move there, and enjoy the al while admiring the beautiful riverside view?”
Jiang Fanyue was generous and forthright in her manner, and Xun Liya had heard that she was about to study under a famous piano master in Beijing, with boundless prospects ahead of her.
Therefore, she did not decline and smiled as she said, “Since Miss Jiang suggests it, I’d be rude to refuse.”
“Why don’t you just call
Fanyue?” Jiang Fanyue said with a smile, “And I’ll call you Sister Xun.”
“Alright, Fanyue,” Xun Liya agreed.
Liang Jinlan couldn’t stop smiling. Her daughter was indeed capable; she had managed to bridge the gap with the designer in just a few words.
“Husband, I’ve always said that our daughter is exceptional. You keep thinking about Jiang Zhe, but when has Jiang Zhe ever been of any such help?” she teased, nudging Jiang Zhang’s arm.
Jiang Zhang had been silent up until now. When Jiang Zhe left the Jiang Family, it coincided with a business trip he was on, and after returning, he was rather dissatisfied with the decision Liang Jinlan had made.
After all, it was a daughter they had raised for over a decade.
But Jiang Fanyue truly was a daughter who made them proud. Wherever she went, she brought them honor, and tonight’s scenario made him even more satisfied.
Any slight guilt he felt towards Jiang Zhe gradually faded away to almost nothing.
After Xun Liya agreed, she and Jiang Fanyue walked out together.
Liang Jinlan said with a smile, “Tonight, we just need to take care of the bill with a swipe of the card.”
Jiang Zhang had no objections.
…
Jiang Zhe and Xiao ng stopped in an inconspicuous shop on the fifth floor, and soone quickly recognized Jiang Zhe, greeting her with enthusiastic and joyful tones, “Miss Jiang! I will inform Manager Chi right away!”
“There is no need for such trouble. Please bring out the dress from last ti for my friend to try on.”
“Of course, please take a seat,” said the person in charge of this bespoke fashion store, a decisive woman in her early thirties, who led them into a VIP lounge, “Miss Jiang always drinks a latte, but I’m not sure what this lady would like?”
The entrance of the unassuming shop was one thing, but the lounge’s decor was surprisingly luxurious and tasteful, almost deceiving Xiao ng at first glance.
She quickly said, “Just so plain water for , please.”
“Sure, please wait a mont,” the person in charge brought over coffee and water personally.
“Go try on the clothes,” Jiang Zhe instructed.
Xiao ng stood up and followed her in.
The interior design was even more stunning—a spacious area with expensive sofas and a large mirror, and only a few pieces of clothing hung on racks, obviously of superb quality.
Xiao ng, not entirely inexperienced, guessed at once that this must be a high-end private tailoring center.
The store’s ordinary exterior contrasted with its lavish interior, clearly not relying on street appeal to attract custors. It must be frequented by regulars and VIPs.
Such a shop was undoubtedly one of the most prestigious in the entire mall.
It was too late for her to refuse; several staff mbers already brought over garnts for her to try on.
The person in charge focused solely on attending to Jiang Zhe, although Jiang Zhe actually didn’t require any attention.
She was always quiet during her visits, sitting a long while alone with just a latte and her phone, silent and unassuming.
The desserts and fruit offered to her often went untouched.
But the person in charge dared not neglect this important guest, fearing any need that might go unt, and kept a careful distance, neither disturbing her nor being too far to notice her requirents.
Jiang Zhe had no particular needs and was just waiting for Xiao ng to co out.
Fortunately, not wanting to slight Jiang Zhe, the staff didn’t waste too much ti on Xiao ng and quickly selected clothing for her as requested.
“Xiaozhe, take a look.” Xiao ng ca out, her cheeks flushed.
Jiang Zhe looked up and saw Xiao ng in a white dress, made of a firm material. The cut was simple, and the knee-length was very appropriate. There were delicate patterns and ruffled edges on the neck and shoulders.
It was formal yet not stiff, youthful, and stood out from the student look without being too overpowering.
Perfect for a piano competition.
Jiang Zhe also noticed how much Xiao ng liked it.
“Not bad, let’s go with this one.” Jiang Zhe decided on the spot.
The person in charge imdiately had the dress packaged.
“Just find
sothing similar. No need to try it on, just pack it up for .”
The person in charge quickly complied with her request.
Jiang Zhe, carrying the items, and Xiao ng went out. The person in charge saw them to the elevator.
Xiao ng felt it was strange that Jiang Zhe seed to be a regular here, yet Jiang Zhe always wore a school uniform and she had never seen her in anything else.
After thinking it over, since Jiang Zhe wasn’t saying anything, Xiao ng decided not to ask.
As Jiang Zhe stepped outside, she received a WeChat ssage from Qin Jingchen: “I will attend the piano competition. Can I sit with you then?”
“Sure,” Jiang Zhe replied casually.
“Then it’s settled.” Qin Jingchen, looking at his phone, showed a pleased smile.
Fen Ye had just finished talking about work and looked up to see his odd smile.
He felt slightly surprised.
It wasn’t that Qin Jingchen rarely smiled; in fact, he was always very gentle.
But seeing such a radiant smile for the first ti was new.
“Jingchen, what’s happened?”
“I’ve made plans to attend a piano competition.”
“The competition is definitely worth attending. What if there are flaws in the piano recording we have? There could be hidden gems in the live performance.”
After saying that, he rembered that Xiao ng was participating in that competition as well.
aning Jiang Zhe would be going too.
No wonder.
This was a great opportunity, and Fen Ye certainly rembered to put on a good show to elevate his impression in the eyes of his future sister-in-law.
…
When Jiang Zhe received a call from Jiang Yunxuan, it was in the afternoon after school.
“Sister, my tummy hurts. Can you co to the school to pick
up?” Jiang Yunxuan’s voice sounded pitiful over the phone.
“Okay.” Jiang Zhe stepped out and hailed a cab to Jiang Yunxuan’s school.
When Jiang Yunxuan saw Jiang Zhe, he practically sprinted out. A fourth-grader, he was just tall enough to reach her shoulder and nearly knocked Jiang Zhe over with his strength.
“Didn’t you say your tummy was hurting?” Jiang Zhe tapped him on the head.
“Hehe, I feel better seeing sister,” Jiang Yunxuan said with a smile.
He’d asked Jiang Zhe to et several tis before, but she had always said she was busy.
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