Xiao Xia watched Jiang Cheng walk into the high-end Dior specialty store.
She instinctively lowered her head and followed him inside.
A grand and bright crystal chandelier hung in the center of the store, illuminating the entire room.
As soon as she walked in, she felt the carpet beneath her feet was incredibly soft and comfortable.
There was no sound at all when she walked.
She saw Jiang Cheng seriously making selections, attended by the Sales Associate.
Xiao Xia, standing nearby, secretly scrutinized the luxurious and beautiful bags and jewelry displayed in the cabinets.
Most women love beautiful clothes, bags, and jewelry.
Although Xiao Xia's family background was poor, she was no exception.
Looking at the beautiful clothes illuminated by the overhead lighting, a hint of longing flashed in the depths of her eyes.
Although she was poor, seeing the high-end luxury brand, she knew these clothes were still part of the series she couldn't afford.
If Jiang Cheng hadn't brought her in,
given her personality, she certainly wouldn't have had the courage, nor dared, to enter a luxury store like this.
Perhaps some people always say, "So what if it's a luxury store?"
"Walk in with your head held high, browsing doesn't cost money, and if you act confident, no one will look down on you."
Others might say, "Why buy from a luxury store?"
"The quality is poor and it's expensive."
"Truly rich people only wear custom-made clothes."
Frankly speaking, those who have these thoughts are often deeply insecure.
It's a classic case of sour grapes.
To be frank, if one day they suddenly became truly wealthy, I believe many people would definitely buy luxury products for themselves.
You must understand that this world operates on the Law of the Jungle, just as Jiang Cheng said.
First, you need to understand how luxury goods are born.
Do the rich truly care about the quality of these luxury goods?
Truly rich people don't care about these things at all.
Their attitude toward luxury goods costing tens of thousands is the same as your attitude toward clothes costing tens of yuan on Mou Bao.
If it wears out, they replace it.
What they care about is using these luxury items to distinguish themselves from ordinary people.
This is the true meaning behind the creation of luxury.
The rules of this world were long ago set by the upper class; they use certain methods to allow these people to find each other and form a small circle.
Isolating the majority of people.
Of course, ordinary people can grit their teeth and afford one or two entry-level luxury bags.
But what happens after they buy it? When they truly interact, they will quickly be exposed.
You might be able to buy one, but can you sustain buying them continually?
As mentioned before, truly rich people wear current season styles and never wear out-of-season styles.
As for why you insist on mentioning Father Ma?
I apologize, but Father Ma no longer needs these things to prove himself; his social status has already established him.
After looking around, Jiang Cheng pointed to a white current season long dress and said to Xiao Xia, "Try this one on?"
After confirming that Jiang Cheng was speaking to her, Xiao Xia looked hesitantly at the Sales Associate next to her.
Although she really wanted to refuse,
she didn't want to embarrass Jiang Cheng, so she could only grit her teeth and nod.
At worst, she would pay for one herself; after all, the money was given to her by Jiang Cheng.
What Xiao Xia was thinking internally was that she couldn't let Jiang Cheng lose face.
The Sales Associate in the store, seeing Xiao Xia's reserved demeanor, knew she definitely didn't frequent this kind of place for shopping.
However, the clothes Jiang Cheng was wearing were all the latest current season styles from LV.
Regarding these visiting customers,
which ones had purchasing power and which ones were just browsing,
generally speaking, they could tell the difference.
Although they would greet every customer with a smile,
the level of service provided to the two types was definitely different.
Seeing Jiang Cheng's request, the Sales Associate immediately and enthusiastically took the dress down and promptly directed Xiao Xia into the fitting room.
While Xiao Xia was inside trying on clothes, Jiang Cheng selected several more outfits, two bags, and some jewelry and clothing.
Seeing Jiang Cheng select so many items, the Sales Associate was naturally delighted and took everything into Xiao Xia's fitting room.
After making his selections, Jiang Cheng sat down on a chair near the fitting room entrance.
Soon, Xiao Xia changed her clothes and slowly walked out.
The white cinched-waist dress accentuated her figure, making her proportions even more perfect.
More importantly, the most captivating part—the semi-transparent lace design—made certain areas appear faintly visible.
Not bad, not bad. So fierce! There's potential for the future!
Her two straight, well-proportioned legs were clad in low-heeled shoes, only a few centimeters high, which added a bit to her 1.63-meter height.
Indeed, clothes make the man, just as the saddle makes the horse.
*Cough, cough, cough*. Jiang Cheng would never admit that he was also a Yan Gou.
He would only admit that he was relatively broad-minded in his affections.
Looking at the shy-faced Xiao Xia at this moment, Jiang Cheng suddenly felt, yet again, that he was falling in love.
Seeing Jiang Cheng staring at her motionless,
Xiao Xia felt a little happy inside, but she couldn't stop her face from flushing with shyness.
She had never worn such a beautiful dress before.
Seeing Jiang Cheng's gaze grow increasingly fervent,
made Xiao Xia even more nervous for a moment.
She could be seen reaching up occasionally, slightly unnaturally, to tuck the stray hairs behind her ear.
"Xiao Xia, you are truly beautiful," Jiang Cheng said sincerely and genuinely, looking into her eyes.
He knew that what Xiao Xia needed most right now was sincere praise and encouragement from others.
To let her realize that she also had excellent qualities and that her potential was good.
Before, her life was simply too frugal; she not only ate poorly and dressed poorly,
but her constant shifty-eyed avoidance made her seem unremarkable.
Now, after changing her entire outfit and appearance, she was already a step more beautiful than most Girls on the street.
Xiao Xia examined herself in the mirror; even she had never imagined she would be this beautiful one day.
Seeing Xiao Xia staring blankly at the mirror, Jiang Cheng pulled out his bank card and quietly said to the Sales Associate, "The ones I picked out don't need to be tried on. Pack them all up."
The female Sales Associate immediately understood Jiang Cheng's intention upon hearing this.
After respectfully taking the bank card from Jiang Cheng, she glanced at Xiao Xia with considerable envy.
She then turned around and quietly processed the payment.
Jiang Cheng did not speak, allowing Xiao Xia her moment.
Because he could see that Xiao Xia, who had been happy moments ago, suddenly seemed a bit downcast.
After all, for a child who has never had candy,
when they suddenly taste it one day after growing up, the feeling in their heart is often not joy, but sadness.
Soon, the Sales Associate had packed up the rest of the clothes, bags, and jewelry, and even the clothes Xiao Xia had originally been wearing, putting them into shopping bags.
Jiang Cheng left a phone number, planning to have them deliver the items to the parking spot outside the door when they left later.
After everything was settled, Jiang Cheng spoke to Xiao Xia, who was making several excuses to change back into her old clothes: "No need to change. I've already paid. Let's go."
"Ah!"
Seeing Xiao Xia's stunned expression, the Sales Associate said with an envious look, "This gentleman has already paid. I will send your items over to you when you leave shortly."
Xiao Xia, who had been petrified, saw the Sales Associate sneakily looking at her and Jiang Cheng, and a trace of vanity rose uncontrollably in her heart.
Although she and Jiang Cheng were not in a romantic relationship, who wouldn't want such a handsome and wealthy boyfriend?
Even if it was just the kind that outsiders misunderstood them to be.
After the two of them walked out of the store, Xiao Xia said awkwardly, "Mr. Jiang, how much were these clothes? I'll transfer the money to you."
After all, she truly hadn't known Jiang Cheng had already paid.
Jiang Cheng waved his hand, putting on an air of indifference: "It's not worth much money. Consider it my thanks for accompanying me shopping. You don't need to feel burdened, because I treat everyone this way."
Seeing Xiao Xia's disappointed expression, Jiang Cheng added, "Wait, that's wrong. I don't treat everyone this way. I only treat beautiful women I like this way, understand? And you look especially good wearing this. I really like it, I just want to see you looking this beautiful."
Xiao Xia looked at Jiang Cheng's gentle profile, and her heart, which had just calmed down, suddenly began racing again for no reason.
Xiao Xia couldn't help but fantasize: if she could become the woman of such a wonderful man, she would surely be incredibly happy...