Chapter 112 Meeting Gift
“I’m ready. Guifang, you must be careful at home. Don’t do any heavy work, don’t carry water, and don’t move anything. We can do everything when Haiqing comes back.”
"Don't worry, Mom. You should go now. Don't let me delay your plans."
Qin Guifang nodded repeatedly.
Once the baby is born, the mother-in-law has to stay to help with postpartum care, so she won't have any free time.
As Yao Mingzhu walked down the stairs, she couldn't help but sigh.
"Your daughter-in-law is so sensible. She always thinks of others in her words and actions, and she is very considerate. It's rare to see a daughter-in-law like her who is both thoughtful and not spoiled these days."
"That's right, Guifang has never given me any trouble since she came into the family."
Zhou Shufen nodded with a smile.
Where would you like to go today? Is there anywhere in particular you'd like to visit?
"Why don't you go to the mall and take a look? I heard that the brand that just opened four or five stores in the city center is from Gangcheng and I heard that many celebrities wear the same products there."
As Yao Mingzhu spoke, her eyes involuntarily lit up.
The port city is developing rapidly, and its fashion trends are always at the forefront.
Most of those trendy gadgets and novel styles originated from the port city.
"You're really well-informed. Let's not dawdle and get going."
Zhou Shufen found the idea quite interesting and immediately got into Yao Mingzhu's car to go to the mall together.
Zhou Shufen couldn't help but ask.
"Are you sure that store will really have the new products today? I've heard that their new products are always in high demand, and you won't see them if you come late."
Yao Mingzhu nodded with a light smile.
"Don't worry, I've spoken to the manager over there, and I guarantee we'll have goods that we like."
As she spoke, she started the engine.
When we arrived, the jewelry counter was already packed with people.
The shop assistants were sweating profusely from their busy work.
Zhou Shufen and Yao Mingzhu went directly into the VIP room.
There's a minimum spending requirement here, and the service is handled by dedicated staff. It's quiet and convenient.
A female manager dressed in a haute couture suit saw the two of them and immediately greeted them with a smile.
"Miss Yao, Miss Zhou, this way please."
The newly arrived goods were already displayed on the counter, waiting for them to choose.
The manager gently pressed the remote control, and the glass cover slowly rose, revealing the treasures inside.
The entire booth resembled a miniature jewelry palace, captivating all who looked at it.
"Ms. Yao, Ms. Zhou, these are our latest styles, just transferred from Hong Kong. Each one uses special craftsmanship, and the gemstones and setting methods are very unique, so you definitely don't have to worry about wearing the same style as someone else."
The manager's voice was gentle yet professional, and every word he spoke exuded confidence in the product.
She picked up a bracelet inlaid with rubies and twirled it to show it off.
"As you can see, this 'Starry Night Series' uses a backlighting setting method, which makes the gemstones appear three-dimensional from any angle. And all the rubies come from mines in Myanmar, and after international testing, each one has reached the pigeon blood red level."
She paused, then added.
"There are only five of these available nationwide, and the store in the port city sold out last week."
The salesperson gently pushed the tray in front of them.
I have to say, there are a few things here that are quite eye-catching.
Zhou Shufen looked down and saw that it was a pendant necklace.
Zhou Shufen stopped in her tracks as soon as she saw it, unwilling to look away!
She had never seen such a moving design.
She could almost picture it wearing around her neck.
Elegant and noble, yet with an undeniable sharpness.
Yao Mingzhu also noticed the piece of jewelry.
She leaned forward slightly, carefully examining the details of the necklace.
She gently extended her finger.
"This design... was it Cheng Lin's work?"
The manager nodded with a smile.
"Miss Yao has a good eye. This is one of the three works designed by Master Cheng during his seclusion last year. There are only three of them in the world."
"Wrap this up."
With a wave of her hand, she immediately decided to buy it.
As soon as he finished speaking, the whole room seemed to fall silent for a moment.
The manager nodded quickly, turned around and took out a special anti-static packaging box.
Yao Mingzhu turned to look at Zhou Shufen, her eyes filled with a barely perceptible expectation.
"Just this one, we'll ignore the others for now and pack it up."
Yao Mingzhu then picked out a few other styles and packed them all together.
Yao Mingzhu pointed to several other items.
"Wrap up that earring, this bracelet, and that ring as well."
She spoke casually, as if she were buying a few ordinary clothes.
The manager meticulously recorded everything, skillfully operating the system and printing out a six-figure bill.
As soon as the two stepped out of the store, Zhou Shufen couldn't help but speak.
Why did you buy so many at once? Do you really like them?
Zhou Shufen paused for a moment, holding the shopping bag that had just been handed to her.
She looked down at the gold-embossed logo on the bag and felt inexplicably uneasy.
She looked up, her brows slightly furrowed.
"You've never been this generous before. Why did you buy so much today? Are you hiding something from me?"
She asked, half-jokingly.
"I do like them, but these are all for you."
Yao Mingzhu stuffed the bag into her hand.
Yao Mingzhu stopped and stuffed all three shopping bags into Zhou Shufen's arms.
“I told you, these are all for you. That ruby necklace is what you deserve. The other items are to make up for the birthday gifts I owed you before.”
Zhou Shufen quickly backed away.
"No, no, how can I take your things? Take them back right now."
She instinctively took half a step back.
“How could I accept something so expensive? We’re friends, and I don’t object to shopping together, but with you doing this… I don’t know how to face you.”
"Consider this my gift to you, don't refuse it, just take it."
Yao Mingzhu, both amused and exasperated, tried to comfort her.
Yao Mingzhu sighed helplessly.
"Don't overthink it. We've known each other for so long, don't you trust me? This isn't a bribe or charity, I just want to give you something."
"Besides, you'll definitely look better in that necklace than I do. Rather than letting it gather dust in the safe, let it be worthy of someone who truly appreciates it."
"I really don't want to."
Zhou Shufen waved her hands anxiously, her face turning slightly red.
"What? You're not even willing to accept this token of my appreciation?"
Yao Mingzhu frowned, her eyes revealing grievance and confusion.
"It's not that I'm ungrateful, but we haven't had a wedding, so where am I supposed to give a gift?"
Zhou Shufen quickly explained.
"You can keep these for now. I don't really have a chance to wear them, and it would be a shame if I lost them."
Yao Mingzhu stared at her for a long time, her gaze unwavering.
Seeing that she really refused to accept it, Yao Mingzhu slowly withdrew her hand.
"Alright, alright."
But just as she put that matter aside, her eyes suddenly lit up.
"I have another idea. How about I open a factory for you? You can design whatever clothes you want, and we can start making them right away. It's convenient and flexible. Don't you think that's a good idea?"
This wave after wave of extravagance completely stunned Zhou Shufen.
She stood there, stunned, her mouth slightly open.
She immediately shook her head and waved her hands.
"No way! That's outrageous! My designs don't require a dedicated factory!"
"Your company already has enough on its plate. Adding another factory would just exhaust you."
Her heart was pounding, and a fine layer of sweat even appeared on her forehead.
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