Chapter 14
"Just a friendly reminder, don't chat too much with the store clerk later. You still have recording work tomorrow, be careful of getting scolded by Sister Chang."
"Don't worry, I'm ready." Shi Xuze waved the phone screen towards Luo Jiayou.
"You speak for me."
A line of words had already been typed on the phone's memo, and the font was enlarged. Luo Jiayou was standing next to him, so he could see it clearly.
Luo Jiayou's eyes twitched, he raised his hand to support his forehead, and sighed, "Okay, I'll be your spokesperson."
Shi Xuze took back his phone and edited a new line of text.
"Thank you so much."
Luo Jiayou: “…”
Luo Jiayou: "Even if you use a typing machine, don't talk too much. I'm really worried that you'll be cheated by the clerk."
Shi Xuze started typing again, but he didn't finish after two minutes.
Luo Jiayou peeked over and saw a long speech on it about how he thought he was not easily deceived.
Luo Jiayou: "Stop fighting and keep moving forward."
Shi Xuze put away his phone regretfully.
“Is your next-door neighbor wearing makeup?”
"Usually not, because she rarely goes out. But the last time I saw her outside, when she brought me breakfast, she was wearing makeup."
"Forget it, let's go straight upstairs."
Shi Xuze nodded obediently.
"Honestly, do you have any ideas, even if it's just on a large scale?" Luo Jiayou asked as they walked.
Shi Xuze thought for a moment, "Ingredients, kitchenware, home appliances, bags, accessories. I've thought of so many things, but I don't know what would be a good gift."
Luo Jiayou took a deep breath, "Why didn't you say you would book the entire mall for her?"
Shi Xuze replied immediately: "No money."
That made a lot of sense. Luo Jiayou gave up asking further questions and said, "Okay, it's my fault."
Finally, the two of them went through the gift options nominated by Shi Xuze one by one.
"Would buying kitchenware be a bad idea? Would Miss Yao think I'm hinting at her cooking more?"
"Ms. Yao and I are just neighbors. Wouldn't it be a bit over the line to give her jewelry as a gift?"
"Actually, I don't know what appliances Miss Yao's family needs."
"How can we, two people who don't even know how to cook, pick out good ingredients?"
"I don't think these bags are suitable for Miss Yao."
After going around, every option was rejected by Shi Xuze.
Luo Jiayou was tired and refused to go any further.
"I need to rest for a while." He found an empty chair by the corridor, sat down, and leaned back against the wall.
He didn't remember Shi Xuze being so indecisive.
Shi Xuze seemed to know that he was in trouble tonight, so he kept silent and didn't even dare to type. He sat upright, waiting for Luo Jiayou to have a good rest.
After a pause, Luo Jiayou said, "I think you shouldn't look for practical things anymore. Giving a home decoration or a doll is pretty safe. You've recorded so many dramas, why not copy some homework?"
Shi Xuze's eyes lit up, "Good idea!"
The male protagonist Song Han in "Starry Sky" gave the female protagonist Liang Yue a elk ornament shortly after they first met, as a thank you gift for Liang Yue testifying for him in front of her teacher. Even when they met again many years later, Liang Yue still treasured the elk ornament, and the elk became a token of love and a symbol of their affection.
How come he didn't think of that?
Teacher Zhaohe taught us in the book that you can give nice ornaments as a thank you gift.
How could he have the nerve to tell Teacher Zhaohe that he was a fan of her books?
After going around in circles and wasting half a night, I finally knew which store I should go into.
Luo Jiayou was so moved that he almost cried. He immediately jumped up from his chair and without a moment's delay, pulled Shi Xuze into the store opposite.
Yes, his source of inspiration is also the so-called "inspiration comes from seeing", and he doesn't want to walk anymore.
Fortunately, Shi Xuze accepted his suggestion.
TNP is the abbreviation of an artist's name and also the name of the store. It specializes in selling various small items and ornaments based on his works. Most of them are various variations of animal images. They have a strong personal style and are very popular.
The elk ornaments mentioned in "Starry Sky" are from TNP.
According to rumors, sales of the elk figurines were mediocre when they first came on the market. TNP estimates that it would be a good result if they could sell out the first batch of elk figurines produced.
Unexpectedly, just after they issued the order to stop production, Mr. Zhaohe mentioned their elk ornaments in "Starry Sky". The day after the chapter update, every TNP store was crowded with people asking about the elk ornaments.
TNP urgently withdrew the production suspension order and expedited the production of the second and third batches of elk ornaments.
The elk figurine defied the trend and became the best-selling item of the year. From that day on, it remained the most popular item in the store, with many people buying it to use as a confession.
Unless Mr. Zhaohe mentions other TNP products, it will be difficult to dethrone this champion product.
As soon as Shi Xuze stepped into the door, he noticed a whole cabinet of elk ornaments placed in the most conspicuous place next to the counter.
Once the radio drama comes out, sales should reach a new peak.
But he doesn't plan to buy an elk figurine.
Even if you are copying Teacher Zhaohe's homework, you cannot choose an identical gift without changing it word for word. It is too uncreative and not thoughtful enough.
Moreover, elk ornaments are so popular that he always feels that it will not be his turn to give one to Miss Yao at home.
He withdrew his gaze, planning to take a good look around before making a decision.
"What do you two handsome guys want to buy?"
The clerk had a good eye and came over quickly to introduce Shi Xuze and Luo Jiayou.
Before Shi Xuze took out his phone to type, Luo Jiayou spoke up, "He wants to pick out a gift for someone. He's looking for an ornament."
Shop assistant: "Is the gift for a man or a woman? An adult or a child?"
Luo Jiayou: "Female. Adult."
The clerk couldn't help but glance at Shi Xuze.
He said he wanted to pick out gifts for people, but he didn't say a word. His friends seemed more enthusiastic than him. What a waste of his handsome face, he turned out to be a scumbag.
Although he was complaining in his heart, the clerk kept smiling out of professional ethics and turned his gaze back to Luo Jiayou.
She had already seen clearly that this person was the one who made the decision.
The salesperson said, "If you're looking for a gift for your girlfriend, I'd recommend the Starry Sky series. Our best-selling elk figurine is from this series. The core concept is an animal bathed in a starry sky. Using a special paint, when the lights are turned off, the figurine emits a soft glow, just like being under a starry sky. It's very romantic and perfect for a girlfriend."
Shi Xuze pulled Luo Jiayou's sleeve twice and showed him the phone.
Luo Jiayou glanced at it, nodded, and explained to the clerk: "Actually, the person my friend wants to give a gift to is not his girlfriend, but someone who often helps him, so he wants to express his gratitude."
So you can't speak, so you have to ask your friends to speak for you?
She shouldn't jump to conclusions.
Fortunately, she did not show her disgust on her face, otherwise she would feel guilty for the rest of her life if she hurt someone.
The manicure on the index finger left a crescent-shaped mark on the thumb. The clerk calmed himself down and led the two people to the counter on the other side with double enthusiasm.
"In that case, we recommend our grassland series."
Most of the animals here are herbivores, with a few domestic cats and dogs mixed in. Anyone who sees them can't help but curl their lips and be impressed by their cuteness.
Shi Xuze walked quickly to the cupboard, got closer, and looked at them one by one.
"Do you like it here?" Luo Jiayou asked.
Shi Xuze nodded, "I want to buy one myself."
Luo Jiayou glanced at the price, then looked at Shi Xuze, whose eyes were filled with desire.
If he wants to buy it, let him buy it, no need to persuade him.
Later he told Sister Chang that Shi Xuze needed to take on more jobs so that his income could keep up with the speed at which he spent money.
Shi Xuze was completely unaware of the impending surge in his workload and continued to carefully observe each small animal.
When he showed the screen of his mobile phone to Luo Jiayou, he did not deliberately cover it. The screen flashed before the clerk's eyes, and every word was clearly displayed in front of the clerk.
The biggest achievement tonight is here.
The clerk straightened his chest, took a step forward, and introduced himself to Shi Xuze.
"The best-selling item in the grassland series is this orange cat. Although it's not a real grassland animal, it makes a safe gift," the clerk said, but the animal she was displaying wasn't a ginger cat. "I recommend choosing a real grassland animal, like a rabbit or meerkat. This makes the gift more unique and less likely to be repeated."
Shi Xuze tilted his head in thought.
Miss Yao is kind-hearted and a nice person. Her every move exudes an aura of authority and a kingly demeanor.
There was a white lion on the shelf, standing out among the cute animals, and Shi Xuze's attention was attracted to it.
It was decided to be this one.
The clerk kept an eye on the customer's expression and immediately put down the rabbit in his hand and picked up the lion that Shi Xuze was looking at.
"Do you like it, sir? The lion is imposing and elegant in white. In the grassland series, it is the leader of the animals. You have good taste."
Shi Xuze narrowed his eyes, he also felt that he had good vision.
The clerk pressed the issue, "Would you like to get one for yourself too? We're having a promotion right now, and if you buy a pair of the same series, you'll get a discount."
Shi Xuze's eyes moved slightly, and he typed another line to signal Luo Jiayou for help.
Luo Jiayou: "When you say a pair, do we have to buy the same style?"
"No, as long as they're in the same collection," the clerk explained. "After all, whether it's love or friendship, it's the collision of opposites that creates sparks."
Luo Jiayou nodded, patted Shi Xuze on the shoulder, and let him decide for himself. He took out a small notebook and wrote down the clerk's words. He might need them when writing a script later.
Shi Xuze didn't hesitate this time and picked a Shiba Inu. He and the Shiba Inu hit it off right away and wanted to take it home the first time he saw it.
The clerk was so happy after making the deal that he immediately smiled and actively led Shi Xuze to check out.
His friend, who was busy with something, suddenly took out his notebook and started writing nervously.
So weird.
Customers don't really need to say anything when checking out, as long as the card they take out can be accepted.
She didn't dare disturb the other one.
Shi Xuze didn't know what the clerk was thinking. He just glanced at Luo Jiayou, and after making sure that Luo Jiayou was not standing near fragile items and would not accidentally knock something over because he was too focused, he followed the clerk to the counter and swiped his card to pay.
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