164: Chapter 164 Respect the Clothes First, Then Respect the Person
Chen Hao was the backbone of everyone; his word was final, and no one had any objections.
However, Zhuang Hua felt that the Victorias Secret Show was different from other fashion shows, and putting on such a show at the opening ceremony, right outside the store or on the street, might lead to negative repercussions.
At least in Zhuang Hua's estimation, there wasn't much hope for success.
Everyone at the meeting was very excited, especially Qian Zhaodi, who was already starting to book plane tickets, so Zhuang Hua didn't dampen everyone's enthusiasm.
The meeting thus continued for over two hours.
During this time, Zhang Menglu had already arranged a series of work procedures for the two employees, covering everything from store setup before opening to how to entertain guests on the day of the fashion show. She went over virtually everything she could think of.
It was past 4 PM.
Towards the end of the meeting, Chen Hao’s phone rang. The call from Young Master Xiao brought the meeting to a definitive close.
“Hello, do you need something?”
“Of course I called you for something, Lecturer Chen. Are you free tonight? I want to introduce you to a few local friends.”
“You have friends locally?”
“Naturally! Birds of a feather flock together, right? My friends are naturally my kind. You get it.”
Chen Hao had a flash of inspiration and instantly thought of something.
Previously, he had considered that Second Generation Rich people had their own exclusive circles. In Guangcheng, Chen Hao had integrated well with the Second Generation Rich circle, but in Guangcheng, Chen Hao didn't even know where the Second Generation Rich circle was located.
Back then, Chen Hao had thought that if he ever had the chance, he must ask the Second Generation Rich from Guangcheng to help build connections.
And just like that, the opportunity arrived!
“Absolutely, just tell me the time and place, and I’ll head over directly.”
“Don’t show up in that minivan and embarrass yourself. Tell me a location, and I’ll pick you up. Besides, today is a pool party, so don't bring your wife along, or it might affect your relationship!”
“Then come to the commercial street.”
After exchanging addresses, Young Master Xiao arrived about 30 minutes later with two Female Internet Celebrities.
As soon as they entered the store, the two Female Internet Celebrities became very interested in the shop, especially the women's clothing, which were all styles they liked.
“Look around freely,”
Chen Hao greeted them casually and walked aside with Young Master Xiao for a private chat.
“What’s the scale of tonight’s party?”
“It’s a scale you can’t even imagine!”
“Hmm, is there anything I need to do?”
Young Master Xiao sized him up, propping his chin in thought.
“There’s quite a bit needed. Forget it, let’s just change your appearance entirely. Come on, we’re going somewhere first.”
Just like that, Young Master Xiao dragged Chen Hao to a mall and completely changed his attire, from head to toe, inside and out.
Chen Hao was about to pay, but Young Master Xiao had already settled the bill.
Chen Hao carried the package and asked doubtfully,
“What are you doing? Do you think I’m broke?”
“It’s just a little filial piety from a disciple.”
Young Master Xiao then took Chen Hao to a high-end salon in the mall and gave him a complete makeover.
Previously, Chen Hao’s appearance made him look like an ordinary person. His clothes and hairstyle fit the profile of an office worker—not ugly, but definitely not eye-catching.
Now, after the styling, Chen Hao looked like a handsome star straight out of a Korean drama, especially complemented by the Patek Philippe watch Young Master Xiao specifically bought for him.
It could be said that Chen Hao’s new look today was easily worth 1.2 million.
As they left the mall, Chen Hao remarked while walking,
“This is too extravagant, isn’t it?”
“Clothes make the man, just like a horse needs a saddle. My father always said, ‘Respect the clothes before you respect the person.’”
Although Chen Hao knew this saying, he hadn't had the money before, so even if he wanted to dress up, he was reluctant to spend.
Now that he had money, he hadn't even bought a car or a house yet, so spending so lavishly still made him a bit hesitant.
Today, Young Master Xiao taught him a lesson and made Chen Hao understand a principle.
A man needs to treat himself well.
When they returned to the Goddess Keepsake Specialty Store, the moment they walked in, the few women inside were stunned when they saw Chen Hao. Things fell from their hands, and their mouths hung open.
Was this still the Chen Hao they knew?
He was too handsome, simply the male lead walking out of an idol drama!
“Everyone, I’m borrowing Lecturer Chen for one night. Bye-bye!”
He tossed the clothes he had changed out of aside, called the two stunned Female Internet Celebrities, and pulled Chen Hao away from the specialty store. After waiting for only a few minutes at the intersection, a commercial van stopped in front of the four of them.
“Are you Young Master Xiao from Guangcheng?”
“That’s right! Get in, Brother Chen. You’re sticking with me tonight.”
On the road,
Chen Hao finally had a clear understanding of his new look.
This was because the two Female Internet Celebrities were practically drooling over him. He knew that their gazes hadn't been this blatant before.
The commercial van wound its way through turns and twists, arriving at a very famous villa estate in Guangcheng.
This area was a well-known district for the wealthy in Guangcheng. Even someone worth tens of millions didn't qualify to buy a house here, as every villa in this place was worth at least fifty million.
After the van stopped at the entrance, the four of them got out. Two security guards in suits were standing guard at the gate. Young Master Xiao stepped forward to negotiate.
“I’m from Guangcheng.”
The security guards immediately opened the large gate. When the electric gate slid open to the sides, they were instantly greeted by a paradise.
The mountain estate villas had very large courtyards, and the lawn parking lot alone covered a huge area. Everything in sight was luxury sports cars; sports cars valued under two million didn't even qualify to park in the yard.
What looked even more spectacular to Chen Hao was that surrounding the sports cars were countless beautiful women in bikinis, gathered in small groups, taking photos as souvenirs.
As the four of them walked through, they were met everywhere by endless beautiful women—slender waists, long legs, fair skin, and lovely faces—all wearing bikinis. It was truly a paradise on earth, a heaven for men.
Passing through the parking area, they finally reached the main courtyard, where there was a massive swimming pool. Inside and out, there were countless beautiful women, either playing in the water or chasing each other with water guns.
Young Master Xiao suddenly threw his arm over Chen Hao’s shoulder.
“Brother Chen, how does it feel? Not bad, right?”
“Hmm, it’s certainly opened my eyes.”
Walking to the edge of the swimming pool, Young Master Xiao suddenly shouted in a high-pitched voice,
“Old Hu!”
The Second Generation Rich man, who was intimately enjoying himself with a long-legged beauty on a lounge chair, looked over when he heard someone calling.
“Xiao Xiao!”
Old Hu roughly pushed the beauty away, letting her fall onto the ground, and rushed straight toward Young Master Xiao.
The two were old friends who hadn't seen each other in years, and they shared a warm embrace upon meeting.
“How many years has it been since we last saw each other?”
“Two or three years, who knows.”
After speaking, Young Master Xiao immediately reached out and patted Chen Hao.
“Let me introduce you, this is my Brother Chen.”
“We’re all buddies, come sit and chat.”
The Second Generation Rich man, Old Hu, showed little interest in Chen Hao. He pulled Young Master Xiao to sit by the pool, and immediately a beauty in a bikini brought over a fruit platter.
Old Hu glared.
“Go get champagne! What’s with the fruit!”
Several beauties in bikinis immediately rushed into the villa to make arrangements.