The latter half of dinner turned into Ruan Jiajia's rant, and Jiang Xiaoli couldn't help but shed a tear of sympathy for the two of them.

After dinner, Quan Wenyan pulled his girlfriend, who was bursting with the urge to confide, and said, "Alright, Xiaoli and Jiayu have work early tomorrow morning, and we still need to go back and organize the documents for the visa application."

"Oh, oh, oh!" Ruan Jiajia controlled herself. "Then business is more important. Xiao Li, call me when you're done tomorrow. I'll take you to a really delicious Japanese restaurant!"

Jiang Xiaoli smiled and raised her hand in an OK gesture. "Okay, see you tomorrow."

Back in her room washing up, she asked, "Ayu, what do you think of Quan Wenyan and Ruan Jiajia?"

Zong Jia truthfully expressed her feelings, "Talented, cultured, and comfortable to be around, what's wrong?"

She smiled and said, "It's okay, I just think that fate is a really wonderful thing."

Thinking about how they had met many times in different restaurants, Zong Jia smiled and said, "Yes, it's quite interesting."

...

They visited Kate again on Tuesday morning.

Today, Antonio brought two people with him to greet them.

"Ms. Jiang, let me introduce you. These two are Terence, our chief designer at 'Kate,' and his assistant Jacqueline. They'd like to discuss the limited-edition Chinese-style collection with you."

Jiang Xiaoli smiled and nodded at the two of them, "It's nice to meet you."

Antonio smiled and said, "Ms. Jiang, after our meeting, we think your suggestion is worth considering. I assure you, our 'Kate' is definitely more trustworthy than 'Eve'!"

Terence began, "Ms. Jiang, I've looked into some aspects of Chinese style, but I don't think that labeling 'Kate's' new products with an overly strong Chinese style would be very effective. What's your opinion on that?"

Jiang Xiaoli took out a stack of photos from the file folder. "Our Chinese history is long and rich, and there are so many things with Chinese characteristics. I've picked out a few for 'Kate,' would you like to take a look?"

When she suggested that "Kate" launch a limited-edition Chinese-style collection, she had of course considered the specific design. In her previous life, she had seen many Chinese-style designs from international big brands, and all sorts of eye-catching things came out one after another. To avoid such an embarrassing situation, she first defined the scope of inspiration for them.

The items she pre-selected were all complete series, such as plum blossoms, orchids, bamboo, chrysanthemums, black tortoises, vermilion birds, blue dragons, white tigers, the twelve zodiac animals, the twenty-four solar terms, etc.

Terrence quickly finished looking at the pictures, then turned to his assistant and whispered a few words to him.

Antonio chimed in, "Ms. Jiang, you really impress me. I didn't expect you to be so well-prepared."

Jiang Xiaoli smiled slightly, "Mr. Antonio, our Jinghua Center's invitation to Kate to stay is a sincere gesture, and we really hope you can give us a definite answer as soon as possible. Eve's people have been urging my colleague, and it wouldn't be good to delay too long."

“Of course, of course.” Antonio wiped the sweat from his forehead. “Miss Jiang, I have to admit, you are one of the best negotiators I have ever met. You left us almost no room to refuse.”

She shrugged. "Believe me, I really mean it for your own good."

They were exchanging veiled remarks when Terence made his decision.

After they finished their conversation, Terence interrupted them, "Ms. Jiang, the information you provided has really given me a lot of inspiration."

He picked up a set of pictures. "To be honest, this is my favorite set. I understand that it should be a detailed depiction of the different seasons throughout the year. It's really excellent."

But he sighed, "Unfortunately, there are 24 designs in this theme, which is far too many. Kate can't take such a risk."

He then took out the set of plum blossoms, orchids, bamboo, and chrysanthemums. "I think this set is the most suitable. I see that these four plants in the picture represent different meanings in Chinese culture, which I find very interesting. This set of products is acceptable not only to Chinese customers but also to most international customers."

Antonio exclaimed excitedly, "That's fantastic! Terrence, you promised, right?"

Terrence nodded. "Yes, Antonio, I think I can, and so can 'Kate'."

Antonio gave Jiang Xiaoli a big smile. "Ms. Jiang, I think we can discuss the details of the agreement now."

Jiang Xiaoli smiled and nodded, "Okay."

Afterwards, Antonio called someone in to discuss the specific terms of the contract with Zong Jia and Cao Jie.

Cao Jie had been cramming for the past two days, repeatedly reviewing the contracts previously signed with "Jinghua Center," and these reviews have come in very handy.

After Antonio and Jiang Xiaoli toured their sample showroom, the contract between the two parties was almost finalized. Any remaining details that they were unsure about would be handed over to their respective leaders.

Jiang Xiaoli glanced at it and said proactively, "To show our sincerity, 'Jinghua Center,' I've agreed to the large-screen advertising in the mall, but it can only be given away for six months. Is that alright?"

Antonio nodded repeatedly. "Thank you. We at 'Kate' will definitely complete the renovations and merchandise setup on schedule, in conjunction with the mall's opening promotions."

After both parties consulted their legal departments to review the contract, they both signed it on behalf of their respective companies.

Antonio stood up and said with a smile, "Ms. Jiang, it's a pleasure to meet you and work with you. I'm heading to Canada this afternoon, and I hope we can have a cup of coffee next time we meet."

Jiang Xiaoli glanced at the man beside her, whose expression had darkened slightly, and raised her left hand, revealing a large diamond ring that shone brilliantly under the lights.

She said, "As a friend, I would love to have coffee with Mr. Antonio, but our next meeting might be in China, and I would like to treat him."

Antonio looked surprised. "Oh, Miss Jiang, you're married? You're so young..."

She took two steps to the side and linked arms with Zong Jiayu, saying, "Because I met my Mr. Right a long time ago, Mr. Antonio, I wish you find true love soon."

Antonio stared at them for a moment, then laughed loudly, "Thank you, thank you for your blessing!"

Holding the signed contract, Jiang Xiaoli squeezed the arm of the man beside her as she left "Kate's." "Tsk tsk tsk, why do I feel like the air is way too acidic today?"

Zong Jia chuckled and said, "Maybe the cap wasn't tightened properly and it evaporated accidentally?"

"Hahaha," she laughed heartily, "You actually know you're a jealous person?"

Zong Jia lowered his head and kissed her lips. "I have never denied it."