stonecrandall Chapter 280 Coaxing
Chapter 280 Coaxing
"Zixiang, what do you think can be improved on the silk and jewelry in our shop?" Lu Zhiran suddenly asked.
Zixiang thought for a moment and replied, "Madam, I think our silk is of high quality and has a variety of styles, which are very popular with customers. As for jewelry, although there are many types, it seems to lack some unique design elements. If we can introduce some novel design concepts, we may be able to attract more customers."
After hearing this, Lu Zhiran was moved and felt that this suggestion was very pertinent. She nodded slightly to show her agreement: "You are right, we should spend more time on jewelry design. I will find some designers to discuss this matter and see if we can inject new vitality into the store."
The two continued to talk about the future plans of the shop, and unknowingly walked to the gate of the mansion. Lu Zhiran stopped and looked up at the towering mansion, her heart full of pride and expectation. She knew that she had a great responsibility on her shoulders and needed to work hard to make this family more prosperous.
"Zi Xiang, let's go in." Lu Zhiran said with a smile, and walked into the gate of the mansion first. Zi Xiang followed closely behind, and the two disappeared into the depths of the mansion together.
After returning to the mansion, Lu Zhiran did not stop. She immediately summoned several trusted servants and began to discuss the future development direction of the shop. She knew that only by constantly making progress could the shop remain invincible in the fierce competition.
In the following days, Lu Zhiran personally participated in the operation of the shop, discussing jewelry design plans with designers and silk production techniques with craftsmen. Her efforts paid off, and the shop's business became more and more prosperous. Customers praised the shop's silk and jewelry for their high quality and novel designs.
Lu Zhiran's heart is filled with satisfaction and pride, knowing that her efforts have paid off. At the same time, she also understands that only by continuous progress and innovation can this family become more prosperous. In the days to come, she will continue to work hard to lead the store to a more glorious tomorrow.
In the quiet study of the Marquis's Mansion, Lu Zhiran was sitting at the desk in front of the window, flipping through the shop's account book attentively. The sunlight shone through the carved window lattice, shining on her, reflecting her gentle and determined profile. Her eyebrows were like a crescent moon, and her eyes were deep, like a pool of autumn water, revealing intelligence and determination.
Lu Zhiran held a brush in her hand and made annotations on the account book from time to time. Her movements were light and skillful, showing her in-depth understanding and skilled management of the business. The study was filled with a faint scent of ink, which intertwined with the fragrance of flowers outside the window, creating a quiet and elegant atmosphere.
At this moment, there was a sound of brisk footsteps outside the door, followed by the maid's respectful voice: "Madam, the eldest lady sent someone to deliver a message."
Lu Zhiran raised his head, put down the brush in his hand, and asked softly, "What's the matter, Sister Nian Yao?"
The maid replied respectfully: "The eldest lady said that the weather is fine today and the scenery on the lake is beautiful, so she specially invited Madam to go boating and enjoy the scenery together."
Lu Zhiran couldn't help but feel a little happy when she heard this. She and her sister Lu Nianyao had a deep relationship since childhood. Although they have each started their own families, the sisterly love is still deep. She thought of the scenes when they played together when they were young, and she couldn't help but feel a little nostalgic.
"Okay, go and reply and tell them I'll be there later." Lu Zhiran said with a smile.
The maid retreated, but Lu Zhiran did not stand up immediately. She gently blew away the ink on the account books and placed them neatly on the table. Then, she stood up, walked to the window, looked at the lake and mountains outside the window, and a sense of tranquility and peace surged in her heart.
She turned around and told the maid to prepare clothes and accessories for her boating on the lake, while thinking about the topic of boating with her sister. She knew that her sister was a person who loved poetry, so she decided to prepare some of the latest poetry collections to appreciate and comment on with her sister.
Soon, Lu Zhiran changed her clothes and put on exquisite jewelry. She wore a light green long skirt, the hem of which fluttered gently with her steps, like a blooming green lotus. She had light makeup on her face, which made her look fresh and refined, adding a bit of elegance and temperament.
When Lu Zhiran arrived at the destination of the lake cruise, her heart was filled with anticipation and joy. The sun shone on the sparkling lake, and the breeze blew, bringing a hint of coolness and the fragrance of flowers. She imagined boating on the lake with her sister Lu Nianyao, talking about poetry and songs, and a warm and happy feeling welled up in her heart.
However, when she stepped onto the pavilion by the lake, what she saw made her stunned.
The person opposite her was not her familiar sister Lu Nian Yao, but her brother-in-law Mu Qi Zong.
He was dressed in white, with an elegant temperament, a handsome face, and a heroic look between his eyebrows. He stood there, looking at her quietly, with a deep smile in his eyes.
Lu Zhiran was shocked, and she immediately understood that he must be someone who pretended to be her sister. Anger surged in her heart, but she remained calm on the surface. She slowly approached the man, trying to see some clues from his expression.
"Excuse me, who are you?" Lu Zhiran's voice was calm and firm. She didn't want to appear too flustered.
The man smiled slightly, bowed and said, "My name is Mu Qizong, and I am Nian Yao's husband. Today I have come to invite you to go boating and enjoy the scenery together. I wonder if you will honor me?"
Lu Zhiran was more certain of her guess. She looked at Mu Qizong coldly, with a hint of disdain in her voice: "Mr. Mu is so cunning that he dared to impersonate my sister to deceive me. Do you think I would be fooled so easily?"
Mu Qizong didn't seem surprised by Lu Zhiran's reaction. He still kept smiling, but there was a hint of apology in his tone: "Madam, you misunderstood. I didn't mean to deceive you. It's just that Nian Yao was not feeling well today and couldn't come, so I took the initiative to invite Madam to go out with me to relieve her boredom."
Lu Zhiran snorted coldly. She didn't believe what Mu Qizong said. She knew that her sister was in good health and she always liked to go boating and enjoy the scenery. How could she miss such an opportunity because of her physical discomfort? She was more determined in her judgment that Mu Qizong must have other intentions.
"Mr. Mu, there is no need to say more. I have things to do today and cannot stay long." Lu Zhiran said, turning around and about to leave.
However, just as she turned around, Mu Qizong suddenly reached out to stop her: "Madam, please stay."
Lu Zhiran frowned. She looked at Mu Qizong's deep and complicated eyes and couldn't help but hesitate. She knew that Mu Qizong was an important official in the court and had great power. If she really offended him, it would probably bring unnecessary trouble to the family. However, she couldn't be easily deceived and used by him.