After she said this, she clearly saw Pei Jiangmu's ears turn red at a visible speed.
Those eyes that had deliberately glanced away instantly turned back, locking onto her brightly.
They were filled with the bright starlight of being pleased and a bit of surprised disbelief.
"Really?"
His Adam's apple rolled, and his voice was a bit hoarse.
"Of course it's true."
Meng Ruozhao smiled and took the initiative to lean in, planting a kiss with the fragrance of body wash on his lips.
"If I didn't think you were the best and handsomest in the world, I wouldn't have gotten together with you."
These words completely pleased Pei Jiangmu.
The slight bit of sourness caused by Qin Mu was instantly replaced by great sweetness and contentment.
He tightened his arms, firmly encircling her in his arms, and lowered his head to deepen the kiss.
It was no longer the tentative nuzzling from before, but a lingering kiss full of possessiveness and pleasure.
"So do you like me a bit more today than yesterday?"
He whispered hoarsely with an unsteady breath during the kiss.
"Of course. I like you more every day than the day before."
Meng Ruozhao wrapped her arms around his neck and responded tenderly.
The art film on the TV was still playing the joys and sorrows of the male and female leads on its own.
But the two on the sofa were already immersed in their own sticky and sweet little world, shutting out all the starlight and hustle and bustle of the outside world.
The next day, as soon as Meng Ruozhao arrived at the store, she first found Ai Gao, who was in charge of following up on orders.
"Gao Gao, how's the progress on the two clothes for Mr. Qin?"
Ai Gao looked up from the computer, pushed his glasses, and reported confidently.
"Don't worry. They've all been finalized, and the quality inspection is done too."
"In at most two more days, after the final tidying and packaging, we can either notify him to pick up the goods or ship them to him."
Meng Ruozhao breathed a sigh of relief and showed a smile on her face. "Okay."
The smooth completion of every order was crucial for [Fuyun Xuan].
Moreover, Qin Mu was a public figure, and people would dig into his outfits.
Maybe it could make their store a bit popular.
As she was thinking, she picked up her phone and sent a message to Qin Mu.
She simply informed him of the order progress and said that she would notify him as soon as it was completed.
After sending the message, she thought that with Qin Mu's cold personality, he would at most reply with an "Okay" or just leave it read without a reply.
Just as she was about to put down her phone and get busy with other things, the screen unexpectedly lit up.
Qin Mu replied quickly, and the content was unexpected.
"Okay, thank you for your hard work."
"Also, I have a relatively important cultural exchange event in the middle of next month and need a set of new Chinese-style formal dresses."
"If it's convenient for Boss Meng, could we have a face-to-face chat about the preliminary ideas this afternoon?"
Meng Ruozhao stared at the words on the screen, almost flattered.
Qin Mu not only proposed a new order on his own initiative but also came in person for a face-to-face talk?
She quickly composed herself and replied quickly with her fingertips.
"I'm available. Mr. Qin, you're too polite. You're welcome to come this afternoon. I'll be waiting for you in the studio."
Putting down her phone, Meng Ruozhao felt a little thrill and a sense of accomplishment.
To be recognized and entrusted again by a client of Qin Mu's level was undoubtedly the greatest affirmation of her and her studio's strength.
In the afternoon, Meng Ruozhao was reviewing some design drafts when Xu Lin rushed in like a gust of wind, with uncontrollable excitement on her face.
"Zhaozhao, good news!"
"What's up? Speak slowly."
Meng Ruozhao was startled by her.
Xu Lin waved her phone excitedly.
"Just now, the director of the program group of <National Elegance Collection · Rongs> called me."
"She said that the materials and portfolios our studio submitted passed the preliminary selection, and they asked us to prepare for the next round of selection!"
"What?" Meng Ruozhao was also stunned. "We really made it through?"
<National Elegance Collection · Rongs>, as a highly - watched variety show focusing on traditional clothing and modern design recently, had many applicants and a large number of highly - skilled people.
She had just asked Xu Lin to submit the materials on a whim back then, but unexpectedly, they had really managed to stand out from the fierce competition.
"Of course it's true. The email notification has also been sent!"
Xu Lin nodded vigorously.
A surprised smile instantly bloomed on Meng Ruozhao's face.
"That's great! This is really a pleasant surprise."
"Linlin, Gao Gao, you've worked hard during this period."
"It must be the excellent plans and materials you submitted that impressed the program group."
Ai Gao also came over with a smile.
"Zhaozhao, stop complimenting us. It's mainly your previous design works that are so outstanding."
"The program group must have taken a fancy to your talent and potential."
"Exactly," Xu Lin chimed in. "We just played a supporting role. You're the soul of our studio, Zhaozhao."
Just as the three of them were immersed in the joy of passing the selection and having a pleasant "mutual compliment session", the wind chime at the door of [Fuyun Xuan] rang.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw Qin Mu standing at the door with his assistant.
Qin Mu was wearing a very simple gray short - sleeved shirt today. He had a gentle and elegant temperament and was even more handsome than on TV.
Those beautiful eyes swept across the room and finally landed on Meng Ruozhao. He nodded slightly.
Meng Ruozhao quickly composed herself, suppressing the excitement on her face, and stepped forward quickly. "Mr. Qin, you're here. Welcome."
Qin Mu looked at her. There seemed to be a very faint curve on his lips. Then he handed over a beautifully designed paper bag in his hand.
"I bought these on the way. They're osmanthus cakes from a time - honored brand in Haicheng. You can try them if you don't mind."
Meng Ruozhao didn't expect him to bring something. She clearly paused for a moment.
This big star with tens of millions of fans not only brought her new business but also... brought her snacks?
This was too polite.
She quickly regained her senses, took it with both hands, and showed a properly grateful smile on her face.
"Mr. Qin, you're too polite. I'm really embarrassed. Thank you."
"You're welcome." Qin Mu said calmly.
At this time, the young assistant following behind Qin Mu couldn't help but stare at Meng Ruozhao's face for a few more seconds.
There was a hint of imperceptible exploration and realization in his eyes.
Only he knew that this box of osmanthus cakes was by no means "on the way".
Qin Mu had flown back to Haicheng from another place today. The route from the airport to here didn't pass by that time - honored brand at all.
He had specifically asked the driver to take a detour to buy them.
The assistant had been with Qin Mu for several years and knew that he was used to buying osmanthus cakes from this brand.
He had always thought that it was just because Qin Mu missed the taste or bought them for his family.
But this time... it was actually for this Boss Meng whom he had only met once?
Moreover, based on his keen observation as an assistant, he always felt that Brother Mu's look at this Boss Meng seemed a bit gentler and more focused than his look at others...
Most importantly, Qin Mu was filming within the group, and his schedule was very tight. He had finally managed to squeeze out a day off, but he said he was going back to Haicheng.
Originally, the assistant thought he was going home, but unexpectedly, he came here to get clothes made - his formal dresses had always been custom - made by big brands. When had he ever worn something like this?
Something's off, very off!