As Zhao Huanhuan said, if one path cannot lead to the destination of success, then she will choose another path.

On the 20th day of the first lunar month, Deputy Factory Director Hu came to see Zhao Huanhuan again, this time accompanied by their factory director, Wang Yu.

Director Wang is in his fifties. Zhao Huanhuan had seen an introduction to him in the newspaper. He is considered one of the first generation of successful entrepreneurs in China. The reason why the Second Garment Factory is now performing better than the First Garment Factory is because the director of the Second Garment Factory is Wang Yu.

The newspaper report said that this person had studied abroad when he was young and had his own set of theories on managing a business.

Zhao Huanhuan was surprised that Wang Yu would come to see her in person, so she quickly took the initiative to entertain the two of them.

The shop was busy with customers. Zhao Huanhuan led them to a stone table and benches in the square not far from the shop to sit and talk.

The two factory directors didn't waste any time. First, they thanked Zhao Huanhuan, saying that her suggestion about the fabric and other blends had been adopted by the higher-ups, which also gave credit to their No. 2 Clothing Factory.

The two of them said they had to thank Zhao Huanhuan for this.

Zhao Huanhuan waved her hand and said with a smile, "It's nothing. If I had brought this up directly to them, they would have thought I was just making things up. But the two factory directors trust me and brought it up, so the result is different. Therefore, there's no need to mention me for this credit."

Seeing Zhao Huanhuan's vision and spirit, the two were deeply impressed.

Next, they formally proposed a collaboration to Zhao Huanhuan, saying they wanted to hire her as the chief designer of the Second Garment Factory and have her design clothes for the factory.

Because they trusted Zhao Huanhuan's eye for and control over fashion.

But Zhao Huanhuan smiled and refused.

She said she didn't want to work in any factory because that would limit her options; she wanted a job where she could work freely and live an easy life.

The two factory managers didn't expect her to refuse, because the salary they offered was very high and the conditions were very tempting.

But then they thought about it again, and realized that since she owned her own shop, the money she earned was probably just a fraction of what she earned from her salary, so they felt relieved.

Then Deputy Factory Director Hu asked Zhao Huanhuan how much it would cost if they wanted to buy the design drafts from her and use that snowflake fabric to make clothes.

Zhao Huanhuan smiled and said, "My design draft isn't expensive. What I value is the final result. If the final product doesn't meet my expectations, I'm afraid I won't be able to sell those snowflakes."

After saying that, she took out five pieces of paper from her bag and handed them over.

"I designed five styles: two women's suits, one dress, and two men's suits. All five styles are required to be of high quality and crafted with the utmost care. They are styles that are meant to be sold at a premium price."

"If you can achieve the effect I want, I can put these five styles as the main products in the store. With your ninety-eight rolls of fabric, I estimate you'll sell them all before autumn."

After Zhao Huanhuan finished speaking, the two factory directors were immediately filled with excitement.

"How much does each of these design drawings cost?" Deputy Factory Director Hu asked.

Zhao Huanhuan smiled and looked at Wang Yu, "Director Wang, I've heard so much about you before. Last time, when the people from the Second Garment Factory said they were looking for me, I only agreed to meet them because I knew it was your factory."

"Actually, people from other factories have also approached me, wanting me to sell their clothes, but to be honest, I didn't like any of the styles they brought. They came directly to my store to find me."

"So, can you guarantee that these five designs I've created will be made using the best craftsmen and workers in the factory?"

After asking her question, Zhao Huanhuan waited anxiously for Wang Yu's answer.

If he says yes, then she can sell the design drawings to them at a lower price.

"Sure, don't worry. The fact that I came here with Director Hu today is the greatest show of sincerity from our Second Garment Factory. Your request is not excessive. We will definitely use the best craftsmen and the most skilled workers to do it."

"Okay, then I'll sell you the design drawings at the lowest price, one thousand yuan each."

"I can be there whenever you call to discuss the subsequent cutting, pattern making, and sample garment production. We want the best possible result."

"Furthermore, once the sample garments are made, I will personally model these three styles to promote them. If you are worried about unsold inventory, you can make a batch first, and then we can see which style sells best, and I will place an order for that style with you."

"In short, since you bought my design drafts, I guarantee you'll sell all ninety-eight rolls of fabric." With that, Zhao Huanhuan pushed five design drafts over.

Director Hu and Director Wang each took two sheets and started looking at them.

When they saw the stylish yet casual design, they both stared wide-eyed in disbelief; they had never seen anything like it before.

Wang Yu immediately decided, "Deal. We'll take all five design drawings."

Factory Director Hu also asked, "Huanhuan, I'd like to ask, what was the original price you quoted for this design?"

"Around five thousand. If a stranger wants to buy the design drawings from me, it will start at least at five thousand," Zhao Huanhuan said.

The two factory managers exchanged a glance; they had made a fortune.

"If I have five designs, can we use other fabrics to make them?" Wang Yu asked.

“Of course, once it’s sold to you, it’s yours to use as you see fit. But I suggest you use suitable, high-quality fabric to make it, so that the effect will be greater than the sum of its parts,” Zhao Huanhuan said with a smile.

“Okay, we’ve taken the design drawings. We’ll deliver the money to the shop tomorrow. We’ll arrange for the pattern making as soon as possible, and once it’s done, we’ll invite you over to take a look.” The two of them stood up happily.

Zhao Huanhuan nodded, "Okay!"

Their cooperation began at that moment, when they reached an agreement in the square.

That spring, Yuancheng was buzzing with excitement once again. All the female office workers considered it an honor to be able to buy a wool suit or dress from a fashion boutique.

A thin woolen skirt suit costs 198 yuan, and comes with a free pair of flesh-colored stockings.

The key is that wearing such a suit gives people the feeling of social elites. In particular, female and male colleagues with a little position in their workplace are willing to spend more than a hundred yuan to buy such a suit. When they wear it to important occasions, they give people the feeling of status and position.

Of course, this mindset is also part of Zhao Huanhuan's marketing strategy. One person tells ten, ten tell a hundred, and more and more people come to buy this set.

One hundred and ninety-eight, which is equivalent to two hundred yuan, is the price of a watch for some dual-income families and families with some wealth. They are willing to buy it. The key is that such clothes make them look very prestigious when worn on every important occasion.