Reborn As Lucky Star

Chapter 86: Chapter 86 Limited to 10 sets

Yue Xiaofang felt a bit embarrassed as she nodded, “Just some small things I’ve made recently, to show as samples, I can make regular clothes, too.”

The proprietress held the gloves and hat, examining them over and over, “You must have studied this specially.”

At this point, Xiaofang also knew she couldn’t be too honest, so she pursed her lips and stayed silent.

The proprietress expressed her feelings, “I guess it’s a family heritage craft, even better than the stuff out of big factories, and the style is quite fashionable.”

Items from factories are made with machines, so although the stitching is neat, they still lack the care of handwork.

Yue Jiannan spoke with pride, “That’s right, my sister’s skills are famous throughout the village.”

Xiaofang’s face immediately turned red, but she was very pleased with the proprietress’s appraisal in her heart.

However, after looking for a while, the proprietress regretfully returned the items to them.

“Big sister, your stuff is good, but it’s not convenient for me to sell here. For one thing, it’s hard to set a price; for another, my customers are quite brand-conscious, many specifically ask for factory-made goods. Handcrafted items may not sell at a good price, and it would be a pity to sell your craftsmanship so cheaply.”

Xiaofang felt somewhat disheartened, but since the proprietress had put it this way, she couldn’t very well say she was willing to sell at a low price.

Yue Jiannan’s face showed no sign of disappointment; after all, he had been prepared and knew it wouldn’t be a success on the first try.

“Thank you very much, we’ll look around some more. We wish you a booming business.”

Who would have known the proprietress then gave them a tip, “Wait a moment, do you see the third store at the street corner, the one with ‘Orchid Pavilion’ written above it?”

Xiaofang had indeed noticed it, “The one with the mannequins outside?”

Other shops had people standing at the entrance to attract customers, but that one merely placed two plastic models outside.

On this bustling street, it stood out with a detached, as-if-it-doesn’t-matter-whether-you-visit attitude.

“That’s the one, they specialize in custom women’s clothing. The clientele is quite wealthy, and your items would fit in well there.”

Hearing her say this, Xiaofang became timid out of habit, “Such a high-end store, why would they want my items?”

The proprietress was unexpectedly confident, “Though I’m not a professional tailor, I have an eye for these things after selling for so long. Just give it a try, big sister.”

Since that store catered to a different clientele and there was no competition between them, she was happy to do them a favor.

Jiannan repeatedly thanked her, “Proprietress, you are too kind. You are surely going to make a fortune. If it really works out, we will definitely thank you properly.”

Then the proprietress cunningly smiled, “Why wait for later, let’s do it now.”

Jiannan and Xiaofang were both stunned, “Ah?”

“This child is too beautiful, how about having her as a little model for me?”

The more the proprietress looked at Yue Qingqing, the more she liked her, “This kid looks like she’s made of jade—such fair skin, such big eyes.”

“I won’t let you work for nothing. Just stand for two hours in clothes from my shop, and I’ll give you five bucks!”

Jiannan hesitated, mainly fearing a scolding when he got home.

This child was still so little; it would basically be child labor.

The proprietress bit her lip, “Ten bucks! Just for two hours, I’ve never offered such a high rate before.”

“Deal!”

So Qingqing watched, wide-eyed, as Jiannan practically sold her into child labor.

Initially, Xiaofang also felt it wasn’t right, but… but the proprietress’s offer was just too tempting.

Qingqing went behind the curtain to try on the clothes from the proprietress’s shop, and the slightly trendy clothes instantly looked much more sophisticated on her, looking just like specially tailored high-end children’s attire.

The proprietress, unable to take her hands off Qingqing’s cheek, gestured for her to stand at the entrance.

“Come take a look, freshly imported kids’ clothing styles from the mainland, limited to only ten sets, first come, first served!”

Customers who were just browsing unconsciously entered the store when they spotted Qingqing standing at the entrance.

“Is it the style this girl is wearing? I’ll take a set.”

“Only ten limited sets, right? I’ll buy two.” Such beautiful clothes would also make great gifts.

“Do you have a similar style for boys? Yes, that’s right. I’ll take one.”

The ten sets of clothes quickly sold out.

Just as Jiannan was about to ask if they should have Qingqing change into another outfit, he saw the sales staff bring out another ten sets from the stockroom…

The proprietress personally called out, “Limited to ten sets, first come, first served!”

Jiannan realized why the shop was so big; it was truly run by a shrewd business person.