"Alright, this will definitely make you the most stunning one there." Lin Mi dusted off the loose powder and nodded in satisfaction after finishing Xu Jiaojiao's makeup.
"Change into this outfit; it's perfect for this occasion, elegant and appropriate, and you can't go wrong." Meng Wan handed a bag to Xu Jiaojiao.
"It must be very expensive, right?" Xu Jiaojiao took the bag, frowning and looking a little embarrassed.
"It's from my own shop, so it's free."
"But as for the cost... I'll just wear whatever."
Meng Wan frowned, not understanding what was wrong with Xu Jiaojiao all of a sudden.
Previously, when other people in her dormitory had large events, Meng Wan would prepare outfits for them in advance. To her, an outfit was just like buying milk tea; she didn't need to think too much about it.
Others also know this, and most of the time they will accept the gifts generously and then express their gratitude to Meng Wan by treating her to a meal or something similar.
Even if you know that the price of a meal might not even equal a fraction of the cost of clothes, it's still more comfortable than making a hypocritical excuse.
“Just wear it! A beautiful makeup look paired with beautiful clothes is the ultimate truth!” Guo Qingqing chimed in.
"That's right, Wanwan always has good taste. The occasion you're at tonight is quite grand, with many leaders and big business owners, isn't it? With your appropriate attire and your abilities, you might even get an internship opportunity, which is much better than doing part-time jobs handing out flyers every other day. Our family background can't pave the way for us, so when there's an opportunity, we must seize it, you know?"
Lin Mi, like a mother hen, earnestly advised him.
Xu Jiaojiao pursed her lips, looking somewhat hesitant.
"I only have one request: please give me a copy of your notes when you're organizing them for the final exam." Meng Wan's tone was relaxed, almost joking, which made Guo Qingqing and Lin Mi tease her for actually being afraid of failing.
Xu Jiaojiao knew perfectly well that Meng Wan was just trying to find a reason for her to accept the offer. With Meng Wan's abilities, why would she need to use her notes?
She sighed, "Okay, I'll get my part-time pay tomorrow, I'll treat you to dinner."
Many times, she felt grateful to have such good roommates. Unlike the backstabbing and bickering in other dormitories, everyone in their dorm had a distinct personality, and she was just a transparent little girl among them.
However, they never looked down on themselves, and always found their own strengths to encourage themselves.
The first time she wore makeup, the first time she went on stage, the first time she ran for office... every step she took was supported by them behind the scenes.
She held the bag to her chest, stood up, and suddenly bowed to them.
Thank you.
"Why are you suddenly so serious?" Guo Qingqing was taken aback.
"No, I just suddenly felt a bit sentimental today." She admitted that she was somewhat swayed by Hu Lou's words.
Her family background was the worst among them, and she rarely ordered milk tea, but they would always buy an extra cup for themselves. On days when their parents didn't give them living expenses and their part-time job pay wasn't coming in, they would also find lame excuses to buy themselves an extra takeout meal.
They are protecting their self-esteem and helping themselves within their capabilities, but they are just ordinary people who sometimes feel inferior and sometimes feel... a little jealous.
She deliberately ignored these things and tried to adjust her mindset, but Hu Lou's words easily broke her defenses.
Meng Wan didn't say anything, she just patted her on the shoulder.
"Hurry up and change it, there's no time to lose."
Xu Jiaojiao then realized what was happening and, disregarding everything else, hurriedly ran to the restroom to change her clothes. When she came out, Meng Wan had already packed her bag and handed it to her.
"Let's go."
"Do your best tonight." The three watched her leave.
The three women, seeing her running figure, her flowing skirt, and her striving spirit, resembled a proud and gratified mother.
"Indeed, Jiaojiao is the cutest when she works hard," Guo Qingqing exclaimed.
“Indeed, but why do I feel like she’s acting a little strange today?” Lin Mi and Guo Qingqing stepped into the dormitory one after the other, and Meng Wan then looked away and closed the dormitory door.
"I need to go to the convenience store to buy something. I'm going out for a bit." Meng Wan stood in front of her desk and suddenly paused.
"Could you bring me a bottle of water?"
Meng Wan nodded.
"I've transferred the money to you. Love you." Guo Qingqing blew a kiss.
Meng Wan suppressed a laugh, accepted the money under Guo Qingqing's watchful gaze, and left.
On the other side, Xu Jiaojiao almost bumped into someone at the corner, but fortunately the other person reacted quickly and caught her in time.
"I'm sorry, thank you." Xu Jiaojiao lowered her head and was about to leave without looking at the other person when the other person grabbed her hand.
"Jiaojiao?"
Xu Jiaojiao was taken aback. "Hu Lou? What are you doing here?"
"It really is you! You've suddenly become so beautiful. If it weren't for your familiar voice, I almost wouldn't have recognized you." Hu Lou scratched his head, looking innocent and harmless.
"My roommate helped me put together the outfit."
"Meng Wan helped you, right? That dress you're wearing is W·P's latest limited edition. My cousin wanted to buy it but couldn't. I remember this one... it's worth 30 million on the market. Meng Wan is really good to you. Did she see you didn't have any suitable clothes?"
Xu Jiaojiao lowered her head and tugged at her skirt, but when she looked up, she smiled sweetly.
"Yes, Wanwan gave it to me, telling me to do my best tonight."
Xu Jiaojiao's reaction surprised Hu Lou, as it seemed to be somewhat different from what he had expected.
"I have to hurry over there, we'll talk later." Xu Jiaojiao waved to him and turned to run towards the conference hall.
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