"Jinhe International Clothing Store".

Xiao Wang stood under the sign for a long time, becoming more and more satisfied with it.

"Adding the word 'international' definitely makes it sound much more high-end."

"The goods inside are all in line with foreign styles, which is worthy of the name."

After tidying up the shop, Jin Shu set up several sewing machines in an empty space in the backyard.

Women from the village certainly wouldn't come to the city; there weren't that many migrant workers in the city at that time. Fortunately, Jin Shu had already observed many women operating sewing machines on the streets near the park.

They only take on casual jobs, requiring neither a shop nor any other equipment. They sit by the roadside with just a sewing machine, waiting for customers to come to them.

Jin Shu talked to them and they said that their daily income was unstable. On good days, it was more than two yuan, but on bad days, they might not earn a penny.

That makes things much easier.

Jin Shu offered them a base salary plus piecework wages, telling them they could earn at least 25 a month, and if they worked a little harder, 50 or 60 was not impossible.

Several women were immediately tempted. They could leave the sewing machine at home for their families to use, and they could also have a ready-made machine at Jin Shu's place. Everything they took was profit, with no cost whatsoever.

And so, all four workers were found.

On the first day of the store's opening, Xiao Wang stood at the door wearing a new windproof cotton-padded jacket. He didn't need to say anything or even shout out, and customers came to him automatically.

When I heard that the clothes cost twelve yuan, I thought it was quite expensive.

"The materials used in our clothes are all the best, and you can't find cotton-padded clothes like ours anywhere in the country. You only need to wear this one in winter, and I guarantee you'll stay warm."

Think about it, if you can still dress well and brightly in winter, who on this street can be more fashionable than you?

One piece can last five years, costing less than three yuan a year—it's a great deal!

Xiao Wang was eloquent and had a good understanding of the local wage levels. His fixed price and no-bargain attitude made the girls across from him both tempted and hesitant.

A piece of clothing for twelve yuan—it's stylish, thick, and will definitely be warm and fashionable to wear—but at this price…

"It's okay if you don't buy anything, just come in and try it on. Trying on clothes is free anyway."

The four girls couldn't resist going in as soon as they heard they could try.

Several people took turns trying on the coat. Looking in the full-length mirror, they found it to be even lighter and more comfortable than they had imagined. It also had excellent coverage, and although it didn't look bulky, it was more comfortable and warmer than the best wool coats available at the time.

Once you put it on, some people don't want to take it off.

Xiao Wang noticed that the other two were short of money, so he immediately recommended other clothes.

"This one is pretty warm and the style is okay. Although it's not the most popular style right now, it's only eight yuan. Since I'm already here, I might as well give it a try. Why not treat myself better? What's the point of making money if I don't treat myself well?"

In less than ten minutes, four pieces of clothing were sold.

Many more guests came in during that time, most of them just looked around and left, but the majority of them kept looking back.

Jin Shu told Xiao Wang that he shouldn't rush into doing business. If others want to buy, they can buy; if they don't, that's fine too. He should never force anyone to buy or sell.

Xiao Wang was born to sell things; she could remember everything Jin Shu said.

After school, Xiao Wang couldn't wait to take out the sales figures.

"So far, we've sold over a dozen items, totaling more than two hundred. Business was good on the first day."

"Yes, keep up the good work."

"How's it like going to school? Is it more comfortable than running a business?"

Jin Shu shook her head.

"Nothing is easy. There's a lot of homework. You go and greet the guests, and I'll go to the back to do my homework."

It was indeed a bit difficult to adjust when I first enrolled.

There were more than 30 people in the class, and almost everyone knew Jin Shu because she used to be the school's most beautiful girl, a top student, the daughter of a teacher, and the goddess in the hearts of many boys.

The goddess who had disappeared for nearly two months returned, and ended up in an ordinary class. Many people took the initiative to come up and talk to her, but Jin Shu didn't recognize any of them who claimed to be her friends.

The original owner had no recollection of it.

She was indifferent, only looking up during class and otherwise reading with her head down.

Because the jade pendant around her neck made her ears and eyes sharp, she could hear almost all the whispers of her classmates.

"Have you heard about her story? She's not a local; she's from the countryside. Zhao Yin from Class One is Director Zhao's child, and she suffered in the countryside for over ten years in her place."

"No wonder I felt she was different from us, that she wasn't a local. So what's with all the arrogance?"

"Jin Shu seems even prettier now, her face is whiter than a peeled egg. If only my face were half as pretty as hers."

"Can she keep up after two months without attending classes? The second year of high school is so demanding, and she even chose science."

"The homeroom teacher likes her. She gave her extra help as soon as she arrived. Being good-looking gives you special privileges."

"I've never seen her in that dress before, it's so beautiful. Aren't her parents supposed to be from the countryside? How do they have the money to buy such nice clothes?"

Upon hearing this, Jin Shu put down her book, looked at the girl in the back row, and told her in a serious tone.

"I bought this dress at Jinhe International Clothing Store on Wenmiao Street."

"ah?"

"You can go and take a look if you're interested."

"Ah... Oh, Jinhe International Clothing Store? I've never heard of it before."

Jin Shu nodded and earnestly began promoting the product.

"It's a newly opened store, and the clothes inside are all very nice."

Do you have one like the one you're wearing?

"Yes, there are even better ones."

The girls immediately got excited.

Winter is coming soon, and they haven't bought any winter clothes yet. They haven't come across any nice ones. As soon as Jin Shu walked in, they noticed her. What stood out even more than her face was the novel style of her clothes.

How could she hear what we were saying?

"Will she still be able to hear what we're saying now?"

"Shh, don't say that."

But Jin Shu in front of him had reverted to her previous state of complete oblivion.

"Don't worry, we were probably just a little loud."

"How about we go to a clothing store after class? My mom gives me pocket money, and I've been saving it up."

Jin Shu chose to be selectively deaf in order to ensure her learning efficiency.

After three days of classes, the midterm exams are just around the corner.

Seating was arranged according to exam scores, and Jin Shu unsurprisingly sat in the last seat of the last row.

After the exam, a few girls gathered at the door, ready to go shopping together.

The overall mental state of girls in the city is indeed very different from that of girls in towns and villages.

They were very particular about their clothes and accessories. Although they were students, they wore small accessories that they had carefully researched and chosen.

They are generous with money within their means.

"Jin Shu, are you coming? Come with us, it's perfect for us to go together."

"Can."

Jin Shu decided to check out the shop; business has been booming lately. She planned to buy another shop during her exam break.

The group was taken aback when they heard Jin Shu agree so readily.