Jiang Xiaoli raised her glass and clinked it against hers, then casually changed the subject, "Jiajia, are you also studying art?"

Ruan Jiajia nodded, "Yes, but I'm far inferior to Ayan."

"You're too modest," Jiang Xiaoli said with a smile. "The Royal Academy of Arts in Great Britain isn't that easy to get into."

The Royal Academy of Arts in Great Britain is one of the world's four major art academies. Since its founding in the 18th century, the school has not only not charged tuition fees, but also provided students with scholarships and part-time work opportunities. The acceptance rate is very low, with fewer than 50 students admitted each year.

Quan Wenyan also said, "Yes, Jiajia, you always say I'm modest, but aren't you the same?"

Zong Jiayu looked at the two of them and chuckled, "Little Pear, look, this is how great painters compare themselves."

Jiang Xiaoli nodded seriously, "Yes, how are people like us who have no artistic talent supposed to live?"

Ruan Jiajia was a little embarrassed. "Sorry, I'm used to joking around with Ayan."

She picked up her wine glass and said with a smile, "I was just joking."

"Haha." Quan Wenyan laughed and clinked glasses with Zong Jiayu. "It's been so interesting meeting you two during this trip to New York."

The four of them chatted until almost midnight when Cao Jie came over to remind them, "Chairman Jiang, it's getting late. We have plans for this morning."

Jiang Xiaoli was slightly tipsy. She nodded and said, "Okay, I understand."

Ruan Jiajia had drunk a bit too much. "Wow, your bodyguard called you Chairman Jiang just now. So you're the one in charge?"

She smiled and said, "We came to New York for different reasons; he has his own company."

Now Quan Wenyan was also curious, "May I ask what your companies mainly deal with?"

Jiang Xiaoli thought for a moment and said, "Did you go to Chinese supermarkets when you were in Chongqing? Did you buy any products from 'Jiang Li Ji'?"

Ruan Jiajia was stunned, then excitedly asked, "Jiang? 'Jiang Li Ji'? My goodness, my favorite chicken feet are a product of your company?"

She chuckled and nodded. "Yes, 'Jiang Li Ji' is one of the subsidiaries of my group."

Quan Wenyan glanced towards the bar and said, "Now I finally understand why you guys bring bodyguards when you go out."

Ruan Jiajia immediately pressed on, "Zong Jiayu, what about you? What does your company do?"

Zong Jia shrugged. "My company hasn't done any overseas promotion for its product, so you might not have heard of it. It's an instant messaging software called 'SOSO,' and we're currently slowly expanding into the gaming industry."

They'd never heard of that before. "Instant messaging software, like ICQ?" Ruan Jiajia asked.

Zong Jia nodded, but then denied it, saying, "Both 'SOSO' and 'ICQ' are internet chat software, but our 'SOSO' has more, better, and more powerful functions, and also has very strong social features that are highly engaging."

Quan Wenyan became interested, "Can your 'SOSO' work outside of China? Can I try it?"

"Of course." Zong Jiayu checked the time. "It's a bit late today. If you don't have anything else to do, I can take a look for you."

Ruan Jiajia nodded, "Okay, okay. We're on Christmas holiday now, so we have plenty of time. Just contact us when you're done with your work tomorrow."

After exchanging phone numbers, they went back to their respective rooms.

The next day, after breakfast, the two of them went back to their room to change clothes.

Just like the first time she went to "Baoli" to meet McCauley, Jiang Xiaoli carefully matched her clothes and put on her jewelry.

Zong Jia couldn't resist wanting to hug her, and nuzzled her neck with his head. "A strong woman version of Little Pear, so fragrant."

She quickly pushed him away, "Hey, don't move, my clothes are going to get wrinkled."

Zong Jia was very disappointed. "Wife, you are so heartless."

Jiang Xiaoli ignored his taunts and asked, "Where are your clothes? Didn't you say you were going to play my assistant? Are you planning to just wear a hoodie?"

"Tsk." Zong Jia then took out the suit that the hotel staff had ironed neatly last night from the closet.

After he finished dressing, he dangled a tie around his neck and said, "Honey, I suddenly don't know how to tie a tie anymore."

Jiang Xiaoli looked at him and couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Ayu, your acting is terrible."

Watching her tie his tie, Zong Jiayu was very happy. "It's not perfect, but it works."

She tied her tie, then suddenly pushed him up and choked him. "Little assistant, do a good job today. There will be a reward if you perform well."

Zong Jiayu smiled and replied, "Okay, boss."

After getting ready, the four of them arrived at their destination for the day, "Kate".

This is a light luxury brand that mainly deals in bags and shoes. Although it has only been established for more than 30 years, compared with many long-established high-end brands, its characteristics are that it has a very wide audience and a huge number of brand fans.

Antonio, the person in charge of "Kate", gave them a very warm welcome.

"I'm so sorry, I have to go to Canada on a business trip on Wednesday, so I can only ask you to come earlier."

Jiang Xiaoli smiled and said, "It's okay, I'm glad to see you ahead of time."

After exchanging pleasantries, Antonio's expression was very straightforward: "Ms. Jiang, I know you have already negotiated with many well-known brands, and I admit that compared with them, our 'Kate' does not have such a long history."

However, we also have our own advantages. I'd like to know what kind of storefronts and preferential support we can get if we move into "Jinghua Center".

Jiang Xiaoli reached out her hand, and Cao Jie handed her the mall floor plan they had prepared in advance.

Unfolding the blueprints, she pointed to a spot on the map. "Mr. Antonio," she said, "if I were you, I would choose this place to be neighbors with 'Hampburg.'"

Antonio's eyes lit up with surprise. "Oh, Ms. Jiang, is what you're saying true? You're willing to give the seat next to 'Hampger' to 'Kate'?"

It's important to know that "Hampberg" is a synonym for serious fashion trends among young people today, with a huge consumer base. The key point is that "Hampberg" and "Kate" have completely complementary product types!

Jiang Xiaoli smiled slightly, "Of course it's true, but I have a small request that I hope you can consider."

He knew it wouldn't be that simple. "What are the requirements?"

"A limited-edition Chinese-style collection will be launched, with its global debut at the Jinghua Center."

“That’s impossible!” Antonio refused decisively. “Ms. Jiang, you have to understand, no brand would do such a thing when entering a new market for the first time!”

“I don’t think so,” Zong Jiayu interjected at the opportune moment. “Mr. Antonio, actually, President Jiang’s suggestion was entirely from Kate’s perspective.”