Madam Chen was dumbfounded as she listened to this unfamiliar term: "Walk, walk the runway?"
What is this?
The girls were also confused, clearly not understanding the concept.
Ji Xinhe smiled and took back her design drawing from Madam Chen’s hand: "This ’walking the runway,’ although it’s a form of display, is different from singing and dancing performances. Simply put, it’s walking."
"Walking?"
"But walking has different styles too. In short, this ’walking the runway’ is actually showing off your walking style. Of course, it’s not only about your walking posture and appearance, but more importantly, it’s about showcasing your clothes, accessories, and so on. That’s the main focus of this runway show."
With Xinhe’s explanation, everyone understood the general idea and nodded slightly. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶
Xinhe then looked at Xiaoyu and said, "You come and demonstrate for everyone."
Since Xinhe was dressed as a man, it wasn’t suitable for her to demonstrate. Moreover, she really had no experience in walking the runway. So, she had privately taught Xiaoyu a little bit and let her demonstrate in front of others.
Xiaoyu’s appearance and figure were both excellent, and there was no sense of incongruity for her to do this.
Xiaoyu nodded her head, and started walking from the other end of the hall. Xinhe dressed her up specially today, adding two vermilion hairpins to her hair and jade bracelets on her wrists. Her clothes were also the latest styles.
With her head held high and chest out, Xiaoyu’s posture and temperament had an air of pride and confidence, completely abandoning any signs of her previous servility as a servant.
This sudden change in temperament alone stunned the girls of Huamanlou.
Xinhe said solemnly, "Walking the runway may seem simple; it’s just walking, which everyone can do. However, it’s difficult if you want to stand out and especially shine, as you need to have a distinctive temperament and must be confident. You must walk with an aura, not cowering."
The girls all stared, nodding their heads.
This activity, although unfamiliar, was indeed exciting.
Madam Chen watched Xiaoyu standing at the other end of the hall, secretly astonished that the young master could train people so effectively—even a little maid!
Xinhe nodded at Xiaoyu, who then started walking toward them with a generous smile on her face. With steady steps, hands folded and placed at her abdomen, she walked forward with a subtle grace that seemed to bring a gentle breeze.
Even the most ladylike women might not be able to maintain such poised and proper manners.
Xinhe continued, "You see how she walks? Simple yet elegant and dignified. She only learned a bit of the basics herself, but if you study diligently, you won’t be any worse than her."
When Xiaoyu reached the girls, it was time to end her walk.
She then gracefully raised one of her folded arms, creating a beautiful curve that showed off the wide and lovely sleeves of her dress. Her entire outfit was displayed in full, and as she raised her arm, the sleeves slipped down slightly, revealing delicate wrists adorned with a translucent green jade bracelet. The other hand remained gently on her abdomen, maintaining a dignified stance.
This whole process took only three to five seconds, yet it showcased her perfectly.
Not only did it highlight her own appearance, but more importantly, it showcased her clothes and accessories.
Xinhe continued, "You all saw it, the main point in walking the runway is to maximize the display, not of yourselves, but of the clothes and accessories you wear. With enough skill, showcasing the clothes and accessories can also better showcase your own charm. So, this still requires real practice."
Madam Chen’s eyes nearly popped out, someone who had lived a half a lifetime and never before seen such a performance style—or rather, this wasn’t a performance at all but an entirely new form of display.
The girls, watching Xiaoyu’s every move, couldn’t help but feel eager with anticipation written all over their faces.
After finishing her demonstration, Xiaoyu lightly turned and slowly walked back following her earlier steps.
"The whole runway walk may be short, but because of this brief time, you have to think about how best to use it to showcase yourselves to the fullest extent. I can only teach you the basics, but breaking through your limits and amazing the audience is up to your own hard work," Xinhe said calmly.
"Yes!" the girls replied enthusiastically.
It was clear that they were all very interested in this new type of display opportunity, always coming up with these new and exciting methods to appeal to their audience. After all, who doesn’t like fresh things?
Xinhe smiled, "Don’t be too happy too early. You have to practice on your own, and in half a month, I’ll check your progress. If I think you’re not good enough, I may not let you take the stage. Remember, opportunities are only for the outstanding, so don’t slack off, understood?"
"Yes!" The girls were clearly fired up.
Madam Chen couldn’t help but ask, "Although this display sounds very novel, is it really necessary for the girls to put in so much effort just to showcase clothes and accessories? Isn’t this a bit too much work?"
Being a businessman, Madam Chen naturally thought about money.
Xinhe curled the corner of her mouth, "Do I look like someone who likes to work hard without gain?"
Madam Chen shook her head immediately, "No! "
The young master never allowed herself to be at a disadvantage!
"So, the clothes and accessories the girls will showcase will be personally designed by me." Xinhe waved the design drawings in her hand, "I’ve already prepared these designs, which will certainly be the most fresh and beautiful clothes and accessories. After the girls’ runway show, if these clothes and accessories are widely loved and become popular, our girls of Huamanlou will not be limited to just being ’prostitutes.’
Upon hearing this, all the girls gasped in surprise. Xinhe had mentioned more than once that her ambition for Huamanlou extended beyond their current state, but they never expected her to have such a plan!
"Is it true?" Even someone as calm as Ah Lian couldn’t help but ask with surprise.
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