As the only son of Zhou Qingluo, Zhou Lingjing bore significant responsibilities and obligations. Real-world circumstances did not permit him to make mistakes, as any misstep could trigger a cascade of complex repercussions.
Therefore, he was strict with others and equally demanding of himself.
Of course, his capabilities were evident to the old-timers within the group. Usually appearing handsome, reserved, and courteous, he became sharp and decisive when handling matters.
Su Zhaotang returned to her studio today, where her assistant Tang Tang immediately greeted her.
Tang Tang: “Boss, you’re finally back!! We’ve been swamped these past few days.”
Su Zhaotang: “Oh? Tell me about it. What’s been going on?”
She casually placed her white leather bag on a nearby shelf, sat down gracefully, and looked at her assistant.
Tang Tang pulled out a stack of documents and began reporting to Su Zhaotang: “Over the past few days, we’ve received five orders: a wedding qipao, an evening banquet qipao, a custom qipao for receiving distinguished guests, and two qipaos for daily wear. Among these, the wedding and evening banquet qipaos have higher requirements and need your personal oversight.”
“Hmm, no other styles? All qipaos?”
Although Su Zhaotang specialized in qipaos, having only qipao orders at once would become a design burden.
Tang Tang hesitated for a moment.
“But isn’t qipao design your specialty? That’s why many people come to us for that.”
Alright, Su Zhaotang felt a tinge of regret about her initial decision. In fact, she was quite skilled at designing other types of clothing as well…
She became serious, pondered her assistant’s words, and replied: “For the wedding qipao, we need to emphasize a festive atmosphere while showcasing the bride’s elegant demeanor. Moreover, the bride will undoubtedly pay extra attention to her appearance that day, so the most important aspects are slimming, exquisite craftsmanship, and a celebratory feel. Oh, and remember to include a standing collar design to highlight the elegance of the bride’s neckline.”
“As for the evening banquet qipao, it should be fashionable and sophisticated. In terms of color, opt for understated and elegant shades like black, champagne, or navy blue to accentuate the noble and refined aura of the ladies.”
“The custom qipao for receiving distinguished guests should emphasize respect and social status. Sometimes, poor design can even affect the progress of negotiations. So, once the final design for this piece is complete, be sure to bring it to me for review.”
Su Zhaotang tapped her fingers on the desk, thinking it over.
“That covers the main points to note. As for the casual styles, you can handle the design yourselves. After all, the ladies I hired are quite talented.”
“Oh, and have you noted down those important points?”
Su Zhaotang smiled gently at her, sunlight glinting at the corner of her lips, making her look particularly captivating.
The assistant was momentarily mesmerized by her boss’s beauty and snapped back to attention upon hearing the question.
She quickly nodded. “Already noted and tagged. I’ll inform Zhang Yao and the others to refine the initial drafts accordingly.”
“That’s perfect then. Alright, go ahead with your work. I’ll treat everyone to a feast later—Lufengji. I’ll have it delivered to the studio as a reward for your hard work.”
With that, she playfully raised an eyebrow at her.
Tang Tang’s eyes lit up at the mention of Lufengji. This restaurant usually required reservations a week in advance just for dining in, let alone delivery!
The menu here is rich and varied, covering cuisines from all over the world. The dishes meticulously prepared by top chefs are truly mouthwatering.
Moreover, this restaurant also offers private dining rooms, providing customers with a more intimate space. It is very popular among dignitaries and high-ranking officials. Here, one can savor exclusively customized delicacies.
Honestly, if it weren’t for their boss treating them, Tang Tang might never have had the chance to eat there in her entire life!
“Wahhh, thank you, boss! Having you is our honor!!”
Tang Tang exclaimed sincerely,
so excited that she was almost jumping up and down, waving her arms around.
Su Zhaotang was amused by her, her two small dimples appearing, looking incredibly sweet. She waved her hand,
“Alright, get back to work now. No need to flatter me—I know I’m great.”
After speaking, she seemed to shyly lower her eyelids, her long, curled eyelashes resembling small fans, casting a beautiful arc on her face.
The busy day began, and before they knew it, it was noon. From downstairs came Tang Tang’s call: “Sister Zhaozhao, come down quickly! The delivery from Lufengji is here!”
Hearing this, Su Zhaotang stood up and took a deep breath. She raised her hands high, gently stretching her tired body.
“Sitting for too long is exhausting,” she sighed softly.
Patting her sore arms, she made her way downstairs.
The delivery guy, seeing Su Zhaotang come down, greeted her respectfully,
“Miss Su, the dishes you ordered have been delivered. Please enjoy your meal.”
Su Zhaotang nodded, “Thank you, sorry for the trouble.”
“No need to be polite, it’s our duty,” he replied humbly.
Tang Tang and the others arranged the food one by one on the dining table in the reception room. The spread was dazzling, and just the sight of it was enough to whet one’s appetite.
When Su Zhaotang came in with a glass of water, she noticed the girls were all taking photos of the food.
“Finish taking pictures quickly and start eating, or the food will get cold and you won’t be able to taste its original flavor.”
After saying this, she placed the glass on the table, pulled out a chair, smoothed the hem of her qipao, and sat down gracefully. Every movement exuded an air of elegance and refinement.
Zhang Yao, one of the designers, spoke up: “Boss, this is the first time I’ve ever eaten such high-end food. Wahhh, my life is complete!”
“I have to post this on my social media to make everyone jealous.”
“Hahaha, alright. As long as you stick with me, I’ll make sure you live the good life,” Su Zhaotang patted her chest and promised.
They all chimed in unison: “We believe you!”
“Let’s dig in~” Su Zhaotang was the first to pick up her utensils.
“Actually, I haven’t formally taken you all out to a restaurant for a meal yet. After working for so long, this meal was still delivered. I feel a bit bad about it.”
Su Zhaotang always pursued perfection, and she spoke with an apologetic tone.
“It’s fine! This meal is already more than enough. We’re all very satisfied,” Tang Tang quickly reassured her.
Hearing this, Su Zhaotang nodded thoughtfully.
“How about this—next month, I’ll give you all an extra bonus as compensation.”
Their eyes widened in disbelief.
Seriously? Getting a bonus in the first month of work? She really is rich and carefree!
In the evening, as Su Zhaotang was preparing to leave work and head home, she received a call from her father.
“Hello, what’s up, Dad?”
“Hey, are you home yet, Zhaozhao?”
“About to leave. Why?”
Su Dad breathed a sigh of relief, “If you haven’t driven back yet, that’s fine. On your way home, could you stop by Ling Jing’s place and pick up a document for me? I’ve already asked him, and he’s home now. I need to look at it urgently tonight, okay?”
Su Zhaotang replied cheerfully, “Sure, I can handle that!”
Dad chuckled with satisfaction on the other end, “Our Zhaozhao is always reliable. I’ll be waiting for you at home then.”
Su Zhaotang said brightly, “No problem!”