Chapter 111 I have no interest in being your friend

Accompanied by Zhang Zihan and Xu Nanxing, Mu Nanyan arrived at Dingsheng Group's design department. This collaboration was first proposed by Design Director Chi Li. Recalling her first interview at Dingsheng Group, Mu Nanyan had originally applied to be Chi Li's assistant, but she hadn't expected to meet as a collaborator. Time had flown by, and Mu Nanyan had grown from a fledgling designer to a well-known independent designer within the industry.

Zhang Zihan is now the leader of Group A, and Mu Nanyan is collaborating with Group A to launch a new joint design series. Under the guidance of Zhang Zihan, Mu Nanyan walked into Chi Li's office.

"Hello, Mr. Chi, I'm Grace, you can also call me Mu Nanyan."

Mu Nanyan smiled and extended her hand, with a hint of respect in her tone.

Chi Li was slightly startled. She felt that the name sounded familiar, but she couldn't remember where she had heard it before. She quickly came to her senses and smiled as she shook Mu Nanyan's hand.

"Hello, Grace, I'm glad you agreed to work with us. I believe that together we can create amazing works."

"Thank you Mr. Chi for your trust. I am also looking forward to this cooperation." Mu Nanyan nodded in response, her eyes revealing confidence and expectation.

Chi Li motioned for everyone to sit down, then picked up a folder from the table and handed it to Mu Nanyan:

"Here are some of our recent design sketches and concepts from our A team. You can take a look at them to get an idea of ​​our style and direction."

Mu Nanyan took the folder and flipped through it carefully. Her eyes lingered on each design draft, sometimes nodding, sometimes lost in thought. After a moment, she raised her head and said:

“The design style of Group A is very unique, especially the use of cuts and colors in these styles, which are very dynamic. However, I think if some more fluid elements can be added to the details, the whole series may be more dynamic.”

A hint of approval flashed in Chi Li's eyes:

"Your suggestions are insightful. We really hope to incorporate more innovative elements into this collaborative series, especially the combination of Eastern aesthetics and modern design, which you are good at. I wonder what your thoughts are on the theme of this collaboration?"

Mu Nanyan thought for a moment and said:

"I've recently been researching the fusion of 'nature and humanity,' particularly the collision of the artistic conception of oriental landscape paintings with modern urban life. We can try to incorporate this concept into design, preserving the traditional beauty while giving it modern practicality."

Chi Li nodded in agreement. "This theme is very profound and consistent with our brand's consistent tone. We can start with the choice of fabrics, such as using some environmentally friendly materials, combined with traditional craftsmanship, to create works that are both textured and storytelling."

Zhang Zihan added, "Our team A has recently been experimenting with new fabric technologies, such as the use of recycled fibers and plant dyes. If we can combine these technologies with Grace's design philosophy, we might be able to achieve unexpected results."

Mu Nanyan's eyes lit up. "That sounds very interesting! I've also been researching how to combine sustainable fashion with traditional design. If this collaboration can be realized, it will be a very meaningful endeavor."

Chi Li smiled and said, "In that case, we can first set a preliminary direction. Next, Team A will work closely with you, from design sketches to finished product production, every step requires our joint efforts. What do you think?"

Mu Nanyan nodded: "No problem, I will put together some preliminary design sketches as soon as possible and discuss them with my colleagues in Group A. I hope we can collide and spark more inspiration."

"Then I wish us a pleasant cooperation!" Chi Li stood up and shook hands with Mu Nanyan again.

"It's a pleasure to work with you!" Mu Nanyan also stood up with a confident smile on her face.

"Since the cooperation has been agreed, I have something else to do later, so I'll leave first."

Mu Nanyan stood up with a smile and sorted out the folder in her hand. Collaboration is not something that can be accomplished overnight. She just needs to attend the company's design discussion meeting regularly every week.

Previously, Xu Nanxing sent Mu Nanyan to the design department and left. This time, only Zhang Zihan sent her to the elevator. Mu Nanyan took the initiative to say:

"Just send it here, I can go down by myself."

Zhang Zihan nodded, his tone calm:

"Okay, be careful on the road."

She knew that there were some conflicts between Mu Nanyan and Xu Nanxing, and she didn't want to get too involved, so she didn't say much.

Mu Nanyan walked into the elevator alone and pressed the button for the first floor. As the elevator door slowly closed, she let out a breath, thinking about her upcoming work arrangements. Although the cooperation had been finalized, she knew that the real challenge had just begun.

The elevator quickly reached the first floor. Mu Nanyan walked out of the gate of Dingsheng Group. The sunlight shone on her face. She squinted her eyes slightly and was about to walk to the side of the road when she bumped into a man head-on.

The man was tall and slender, wearing a well-tailored suit, with deep facial features and outstanding temperament. Mu Nanyan noticed him from the beginning and even made a special move to the side, but she didn't expect to bump into him anyway.

"How does this person walk? Can't he see anyone?" Mu Nanyan felt a little unhappy, but she still kept a polite smile on her face and said softly, "I'm sorry."

However, the man did not respond to her apology, but asked directly:

"Are you Mu Nanyan?"

Mu Nanyan was startled, then looked up and took a closer look at him. He was indeed very handsome, but she was sure she didn't know him. She frowned slightly, with a hint of doubt in her tone:

"Sir, do you know me?"

The man had a faint smile on his face, with a playful look in his eyes:

"It's really you. You look quite different from the photo."

Mu Nanyan was even more confused: "Photos? What photos?"

The man did not answer directly, but continued:

"Yiran asked me to help find you, but I didn't expect you to show up here a few years later."

When Mu Nanyan heard the name "Lu Yiran", her heart suddenly tightened.

Did he look for me before?

Her expression changed slightly, but she quickly regained her composure. Her tone became a little colder, not wanting to argue with him any further.

"So you're Lu Yiran's friend. However, there's nothing more to say between him and me. You're here to see Lu Yiran, right? If there's nothing else, I'll leave first."

The man reached out to stop her, with a hint of ridicule in his tone:

"Don't leave so quickly. My name is Chu Ci, and I'm Lu Yiran's childhood friend. Since we've met, why not chat? Maybe we can become friends."

Mu Nanyan glanced at him, her tone still cold:

"I'm sorry, I'm not interested in being your friend. Besides, what happened between Lu Yiran and I ended a long time ago."

Chu Ci smiled and withdrew his hand: "Okay, since you are so determined, I won't force you."