Although Ye Qing had not yet discussed the specifics of the cooperation with Nancheng University, because they had met a few times before, Nancheng University did not engage in any polite small talk this time and was prepared to get straight to business.
However, Ye Qing took out the design draft.
We've already introduced Chu Xun. The person in charge of Nancheng University glanced at the design draft Ye Qing had brought out, then subconsciously looked at Chu Xun, and asked, "Is this Mr. Chu's design?"
Ye Qing said, "It's not Mr. Chu, but since we're going to collaborate with you, I feel we need to have something to offer so we can have confidence when discussing cooperation. So I'm using this design sketch as a starting point. I hope you can give me your feedback and suggestions to see if it meets your requirements for collaboration."
The people from Nancheng University were a little surprised to hear Ye Qing say that. Although they knew that Ye Qing's words might just be a negotiation tactic or something, they had to admit that Ye Qing's sincere attitude was a plus in the cooperation.
Therefore, everyone from Nancheng University who was discussing cooperation all looked at the design draft that Ye Qing handed over.
Although Ye Qing was extremely nervous inside, he didn't show it on his face and appeared very calm and composed.
Chu Xun knew that he was brought here by Ye Qing mainly to be a background character, because if the people from Nancheng University approved the design and thought it was good, then he would have no chance to refute it.
Before coming with Ye Qing, Chu Xun had seen the design draft. To be honest, Chu Xun liked it and had already approved of it in his heart. He was also determined to cooperate with Ye Qing. If there were no other unexpected events, there shouldn't be any changes.
Knowing that Ye Qing was capable, Chu Xun was still surprised after hearing Ye Qing's opening remarks. Looking at the composed Ye Qing, he felt that she was definitely not just a pretty face; even if she was, she was a fine piece of porcelain.
Everyone from Nancheng University had seen Ye Qing's design drafts and exchanged glances with each other. Ye Qing saw satisfaction in their eyes, and her previous anxiety subsided. She smiled and waited for them to speak.
The person who spoke at Nancheng University was the head of the design department. "Ye Qing, I had been paying attention to your designs before you returned to China. In my memory, you have hardly ever designed menswear; you have always designed womenswear. Why did you decide to design menswear this time?"
Ye Qing paused for a moment and said, "Didn't I say this was my design?"
The other person smiled and said, "You're too modest. Although you only studied at our school for one semester, don't forget that I was your major course teacher. As your teacher, when I saw your design drafts, even if they didn't have names, I could roughly recognize who drew them because everyone's brushstrokes, lines, and other penmanship styles are different. Of course, our design work can't compare to that of the art department, but they are similar."
Ye Qing remembered that the other party was a professional teacher, but she didn't expect that the other party would still remember her drawing habits, which surprised Ye Qing.
Since that's what they said, Ye Qing didn't deny it anymore and directly admitted that it was his design draft. He also answered the other party's question: "Because I've always designed women's clothing, I wanted to challenge myself, so I chose something I rarely do. After all, if I design women's clothing, even if I draw it well, in your eyes it's my duty. If I don't draw it in a way that amazes people, then it's a failure. But men's clothing is different. If I draw it well, it's a bonus."
Ye Qing smiled mischievously: "So painting men's clothing was just a clever trick of mine."
"Haha, your idea is very successful." The department head smiled and began to comment on Ye Qing's design: "Instead of using a Western suit, you designed a Zhongshan suit with a stand-up collar, which is very good. Moreover, the gold patterns on it immediately remind people of totems like dragons. Regardless of whether this is inherent in traditional clothing, at least in the eyes of foreigners, thinking of dragons will remind them of us. What is national is also international. Your design will also be refreshing for foreigners. If the whole garment were covered with dragons, it would seem too exaggerated. You cleverly placed them on the lapel and combined them cleverly with the frog buttons. It's very good."
This was tantamount to acknowledging Ye Qing's design. After hearing this, Ye Qing glanced at Chu Xun, implying that he couldn't go back on his word.
Chu Xun gave Ye Qing a knowing look.
After receiving positive feedback on the design draft, the next step is to discuss specific details of the collaboration.
Ye Qing knew that such a cooperation could not be reached in one or two negotiations. The reason he brought Chu Xun along was indeed partly to serve as a background figure, but more so because he was afraid that Chu Xun would change his mind.
However, after hearing about Nancheng University's idea, Ye Qing felt that bringing Chu Xun along was actually a lucky accident.
Because Nancheng University said that if they were to open a class, they hoped that Chu Xun's grandfather could become a specially appointed professor or an honorary professor.
Because of Chu Xun's grandfather's status in the fashion industry, the school wanted to boost their reputation by specially hiring him, hoping to attract better students during the enrollment process. The school's idea was reasonable and understandable.
Ye Qing didn't answer, after all, she couldn't really explain it either, so she looked at Chu Xun instead.
Chu Xun's initial thoughts were the same as Ye Qing's. He also knew that Ye Qing had contacted him, seemingly to find him, but actually hoping that his grandfather would give lectures. To be honest, Chu Xun did not reject such scheming.
However, since nothing had been discussed, Chu Xun hadn't mentioned this to his grandfather at all.
Now that he was being asked his opinion out of the blue, Chu Xun would never dare to agree on behalf of his grandfather, because if his grandfather were unwilling, it would be awkward for everyone.
But now everyone is waiting for their answer.
Although he didn't expect to play any role in the negotiations, Chu Xun knew at this moment that he had to say something: "Because this is only our first negotiation, we don't know your demands and conditions yet, so I certainly won't make any guarantees to you with my grandfather right away. Since we're negotiating, you state your conditions, and we state ours. Afterwards, we'll each go back and digest them to see if we can accept them. If we can accept them, then we can continue negotiating and discuss some more specific details, right?"
Upon hearing Chu Xun's words, Ye Qing quickly shared her thoughts before anyone from Nancheng University could speak: "Our conditions are simple: whether this class we jointly run grows into a department, the name must include the trademark 'Qingye'."
This request does sound easy, but it's impossible to give Ye Qing an immediate reply. Therefore, Ye Qing doesn't need to give the school an immediate answer regarding having Chu Xun's grandfather give lectures or become an honorary professor.
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