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    Chapter 680 You're So Kind!

    After only a few steps, Jiang Yu turned back to examine Tina's dress.

    The dress was gorgeous, stunningly beautiful.

    "Tina, maybe you'd like to change outfits today."

    Tina excitedly bragged, "Of course! I brought so many beautiful clothes. Would you like to come upstairs with me to pick one?"

    Stephen facepalmed in frustration. "Please don't. She spent a full hour just choosing this dress."

    Jiang Yu smiled, her eyes crinkling.

    "This is just to make sure you can tour Beicheng in the most comfortable way possible."

    Tina, who loved dressing up, eagerly pulled Jiang Yu upstairs.

    Li Yunzhao couldn't help but complain, "Director Lian, Jiang Yu is just wasting time! Whatever they wear is their own choice. Why bother with this?"

    Director Lian gave him a look. "It's because we don't have her skills."

    Li Yunzhao turned red and fell silent.

    Meanwhile, Jiang Yu followed Tina upstairs and saw the entire wardrobe stuffed with her clothes.

    The styles were unlike anything she had ever seen, enough to make your eyes cross.

    She casually picked out a pair of black pants—wide-legged, high-waisted, and long, great for showing off your legs.

    For the top, she selected a white silk blouse. When Tina put it on, she looked like a modern fashionista straight off a magazine cover.

    Especially with the high heels, she looked incredible.

    Jiang Yu sincerely praised, "You look amazing."

    Tina was also pleased and asked, "What shoes do you think you'll pair with this?"

    "You'll find out when we get to the department store."

    Jiang Yu and Tina didn't take long. Once changed, they headed downstairs.

    Stephen quickly stood up. "Thank God it didn't take an hour this time."

    Tina gave him a dirty look. "You have no appreciation for beauty. Waiting an hour for beauty is worth it."

    Stephen shrugged, not saying yes or no.

    Director Lian was even more impatient than him, tapping his watch impatiently.

    But Jiang Yu took her time, first taking them to the department store.

    As soon as they entered, Stephen and Tina were surprised.

    "This is the department store?"

    "Yes, Tina."

    Tina sighed, not bothering to hide her disappointment. "Jiang, no offense, but I doubt they have what I'm looking for here."

    Stephen added, "Yes, Tina is very particular about shoes."

    Jiang Yu wasn’t surprised by their disdain.

    Coming to this mall was probably like city people visiting a village.

    She led them straight to the shoe store.

    "Hey, please get me two pairs of Kaibo sneakers, one men’s and one women’s, sizes 44 and 38 respectively."

    "Coming right up!"

    The salesperson looked through the shelves and brought down two shoeboxes.

    "Here’s the men’s size, and this is the women’s."

    The sneakers were white, with rubber soles and embroidered logos—simple yet stylish.

    Jiang Yu also grabbed two pairs of socks from the next store. "Mr. Stephen, Tina, try them on."

    Under her encouraging gaze, Tina hesitantly removed her sapphire-studded high heels and slipped on the white sneakers.

    She raised an eyebrow. "They are indeed more comfortable than high heels."

    Jiang Yu asked for a mirror. "Not only are they comfortable, but though they may not be as expensive as high heels, they offer a completely different style. Look."

    In high heels, Tina gave off a more powerful, professional vibe, making her seem unapproachable.

    Tina had initially thought today’s outfit wouldn’t pair well with sneakers.

    Yet the sneakers softened her sharp, aloof edge, adding a touch of casual liveliness and showcasing a whole new style.

    Tina spun around in front of the mirror, grinning from ear to ear.

    "Jiang, you’re a fashion genius! I love these shoes so much! Not just me—people back in my country would love them too. I want to take these shoes back, ideally for everyone to wear."

    She admired herself in the mirror, liking them more every second.

    Jiang Yu got an idea. Kaibo sneakers appeared at trade fairs every year and were very popular domestically, but exports were limited.

    "If you like them, I can have someone contact the shoe factory for you. These sneakers are super popular in our country—everyone's got a pair. They’re comfortable, simple yet elegant, and very versatile. Most importantly, they’re affordable and of excellent quality. I remember you have a black dress in your wardrobe—it would pair beautifully with these shoes."

    Tina’s eyes sparkled like stars.

    "I can’t wait to go back and change!"

    Jiang Yu held up her hands. "Probably not—we have to head to the Forbidden City now."

    She asked the salesperson to pack Tina’s high heels in a bag.

    Now that she'd found her new favorite, Tina had already forgotten about her high heels.

    "Please, you must help me contact the shoe factory. I want to buy a lot!"

    Jiang Yu nodded with a smile. "Tina, trust me, this will be your first profitable venture in our country—a guaranteed success."

    Tina enthusiastically agreed. "I think so too!"

    Director Lian and Li Yunzhao looked dazed. Wasn’t this supposed to be spending money? How did it suddenly turn into making money?

    Jiang Yu answered off the top of her head, and Tina actually believed her?

    Meanwhile, Stephen was already crunching numbers.

    "Jiang, how much is this pair of sneakers?"

    Jiang Yu silently calculated in her mind. Kaibo sneakers went for nine yuan a pair retail. The factory price would definitely be lower.

    She didn’t answer, just smirked.

    "That depends on how many you want, Mr. Stephen."

    Stephen shot Tina a look, and the sweet but clueless couple exchanged a look, hesitating for a moment.

    Tina said, "I really like these sneakers. Let’s stock up."

    Stephen wavered, "But what if they don’t move?"

    Tina’s eyes went wide, "How is that possible? These shoes are so good—we could sell a truckload of these!"

    After a quick back-and-forth, they settled on a number.

    Stephen raised a finger.

    Director Lian pumped his fist excitedly, "A thousand pairs is great too!"

    At least they had a sale.

    Jiang Yu’s eyebrows shot up, "Ten thousand pairs?"

    Director Lian: "..." Jiang Yu had some nerve.

    But Stephen nodded, "Make it ten thousand for starters—five thousand men’s and five thousand women’s. Now, can you tell me the price?"

    Jiang Yu held up two fingers.

    "Ten yuan."

    Stephen frowned, "Ten yuan? But I’m ordering ten thousand pairs—can’t you do better?"

    Tina shot him a look, "I think it’s a steal at this price. Let’s just go with this price."

    Stephen gave in with a sigh. He had originally wanted to negotiate further. Since when was business this easy?

    "Alright, ten pounds a pair. Done."

    Jiang Yu choked on air, coughing into her hand.

    She had meant yuan, but Stephen was talking about pounds—the difference was night and day!

    Director Lian and Li Yunzhao exchanged glances, frozen, wondering if they’d heard right.

    Tina patted Jiang Yu’s back, concerned, "Jiang, what’s wrong? Is the price too low? Don’t worry, we can discuss the price again."

    Jiang Yu finally got her coughing under control and shook her head hard.

    Honesty is key in business. We can't just go around fooling people.

    "No, Tina, I think Mr. Stephen is right. Since you're ordering in large quantities, I'll contact the shoe factory and give you the biggest discount! Each pair will be sold to you at 20% off. This price is practically at cost for us."

    Stephen gratefully held her hand, "Jiang, thank you! You're such a kind person!"

    Director Chen fell silent.

    Li Yunzhao was speechless.

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