186: Why buy stockings?

“Xinyao is so lucky.”

“God, can you please give me a brother-in-law like that?!”

Although Sun Ruoqian and her three friends hadn't spent much time with Xu Zimo—this was only their third meeting, in fact—

compared to the senior students and classmates at school who tried to act profound, cool, and handsome in front of them, Xu Zimo made them seem childish, even ridiculous.

This is what they call 'no comparison, no harm.'

Moreover, even though Xu Zimo was very wealthy, he didn't seem to have any of the bad habits of rich people; he wasn't condescending or disdainful.

He was so approachable, gentle, and easy to talk to. In fact, just looking at him inexplicably brought a sense of peace, like a spring breeze.

He Yufei was not content.

She had hinted at her interest in Xu Zimo numerous times but had received no response.

Finally, she got her chance.

After more than an hour of shopping, and perhaps having drunk too much tea, Xu Zimo stood up and, led by a store assistant, walked towards the restroom.

Not every store in IFC has a restroom, especially cosmetics stores like La Mer.

Tang Xinyao and Sun Ruoqian's group were still learning about the uses of various different cosmetics from the store assistant.

He Yufei, who had been watching Xu Zimo, saw him leave and suddenly exclaimed, “Oh, my stomach hurts. You all keep looking; I'm going to the restroom.”

With that, she followed in Xu Zimo's direction.

Although this seemed normal, and even Tang Xinyao didn't notice, Sun Ruoqian glanced at He Yufei's retreating back, then looked at the lounge area but didn't see Xu Zimo. Her brows furrowed slightly.

They were students at an art academy. Even in high school, they were still competing over dancing, singing, piano, and other skills.

But this was university now.

Some 'outstanding' classmates had even been scouted by famous entertainment companies right after enrollment, with some becoming idol trainees.

Under the constant influx of information at school, even they, initially naive, slowly came to understand what the world of fame and fortune was like.

Their pursuits shifted from practicing various professional skills to other areas.

They began to take pride in acquiring luxury goods, as if, by wearing designer brands from head to toe, they had already entered high society.

In such an atmosphere, people like Sun Ruoqian, whose monthly living expenses were a few thousand yuan, compressed their food budget to a few hundred, spending the rest on various luxury items.

Then there were those like He Yufei, who would give up everything for what she wanted.

He Yufei was not an isolated case.

Didn't her classmates know how she acquired her luxury goods?

This, instead… became a kind of 'skill.'

Of course, He Yufei wasn't the only one eyeing Xu Zimo.

Sun Ruoqian had also been paying attention to her classmate's wealthy brother-in-law, and she even noticed that Xu Zimo sometimes looked at her, but she pretended not to know.

Otherwise, why would she wear clothes that fully showcased her assets?!

But now, He Yufei had seized the initiative.

She was still too reserved, unable to be as proactive as He Yufei.

What a pity.

A hint of disappointment flashed in Sun Ruoqian's eyes; she felt a little regretful but helpless… Meanwhile, on the other side.

Xu Zimo had just washed his hands and stepped out of the restroom when a delicate figure bumped into his arms.

“Oh dear.”

He Yufei feigned a bit of annoyance, looked up, and seeing it was Xu Zimo, she said in a sweet, coquettish voice, “Zimo Gege, you bumped me and it hurts.”

At this moment, she no longer called him brother-in-law, but rather 'Gege' to shorten the distance between them.

“My apologies.”

Xu Zimo's lips curved into a playful smile as he calmly watched this unqualified little 'green tea' perform.

If He Yufei's experience hadn't changed since their last meeting at the villa, perhaps he might have given this ambitious little 'green tea' a chance.

After all, her looks were there; trying it wouldn't hurt.

But now… he didn't want to be cuckolded.

“Zimo Gege, can you blow on the spot where it hurts?”

Indeed, her delicate appearance was something few men could resist.

What a pity.

She was far inferior compared to his Younger Sister-in-law.

“Let's go back to the store first.”

Xu Zimo put some distance between them and glanced at the store assistant who had been waiting nearby.

Initially, the assistant hadn't dared to interrupt, having witnessed the entire scene. Only now did she step forward: “Madam, our store has a liniment for sprains and bruises that can quickly reduce swelling and pain…”

He Yufei was stunned.

Was he rejecting her?

It didn't seem like it; Xu Zimo was so polite and even instructed the assistant to take care of her before he left.

Could it be… he was a good man?!

Had she actually encountered such a rare species?

She looked bewildered.

Xu Zimo returned to the store alone.

Sun Ruoqian, who was beside Tang Xinyao, quickly glanced at him.

Huh?

That fast?

It had only been a few minutes, right?

Or… Soon, He Yufei returned, accompanied by the store assistant, but her face showed no signs of triumphant joy; instead, she seemed a bit dazed.

Thus, Sun Ruoqian came to a conclusion.

He Yufei failed?

This didn't seem like a good thing either. If He Yufei failed, then could she still have… a chance?

She turned her head, and when she looked at Xu Zimo again, she was caught, and she saw him smile at her.

Sun Ruoqian was startled at first, then quickly averted her gaze, her face flushed with shyness, her chest heaving, and her eyes flickering uncertainly.

What… what did that mean?

She was still pondering this question even after they had paid and were about to leave.

“Qianqian, what are you thinking about? Let's go.”

Pulled by a classmate, Sun Ruoqian snapped out of her thoughts and followed them out of the store.

She had already lost count of how many stores they had entered. In short, in every store, as long as Tang Xinyao showed even a hint of liking something or if it suited her, Xu Zimo would buy it.

They weren't sure how much money he had spent, but it seemed the bentley's trunk was almost full.

“Brother-in-law, it's getting late. Let's go home.”

Tang Xinyao was certainly happy, but her happiness also carried a hint of worry.

There were simply too many things they had just bought. How was she going to carry them all back to her room?

Also, her brother-in-law had actually bought her Balenciaga stockings.

She had never worn stockings before.

That one pair of stockings was over two thousand… too extravagant.

But if she didn't wear them, wouldn't it be too wasteful?

“Alright.”

Xu Zimo agreed.

They had bought enough. When they passed Givenchy, he bought each of her four classmates a bracelet costing over three thousand yuan.

After all, they had accompanied him all day, so some benefits were due. Otherwise, how would there be a next time?

This gesture, of course, earned him the gratitude of the several young women.

These were Givenchy bracelets!

[Thanks to Da Diao Cha Dao Di, Ao Ao Ao Wu, Xi Huan Jia Yuan Sui De Zhang Fei, Chai Huo Da Dui, Xiao Bin De Chun Tian, and all the big bosses for their tips. I didn't see them yesterday, so I will make up for it with a burst of updates today.]