Doted By The Regent King

Chapter 1047 - 1045: Probing the Rival’s Strength

Having visited the cosmetic shop, Wufu then looked at two other shops, but still hadn’t decided what business to pursue, leaving them empty for now, deciding later whether to start a business or rent them out.

However, standing at the doorway of a shop on Dongsheng Street, Wufu glanced at an embroidery workshop across the way, raised an eyebrow, and remarked, "This Rongxiu Pavilion feels somewhat familiar."

Jadeite glanced, saying, "Miss, you forget, this is the dowry business of Eldest Lady Wu."

Isn’t it?

Wufu’s eyes narrowed slightly, concealing her swirling pupils, as she smiled and said, "Since we’re here, let’s go take a look. Miss will buy you two new outfits for a good makeover."

"Thank you, Miss." Jadeite chuckled, knowing that the mistress’s expression certainly meant more than just buying clothes; she was intent on assessing the competitor’s strengths.

Rongxiu Pavilion, capable of holding a certain reputation among noble families, was not merely famous without reason. Just behold the shop, where many well-dressed young ladies, accompanied by maids, were choosing clothes, and the shop staff, from the manager to the little maids, were diligently greeting them with smiles.

After tidying up a bit, Wufu entered the shop with Jadeite, and a remarkably good-looking maid approached them. Upon seeing Wufu, she paused slightly, discreetly examining them, and greeted them warmly, saying, "You two ladies seem unfamiliar; would you like to buy ready-made clothes or have them tailor-made? At Rongxiu Pavilion, we can create any style Miss desires."

"Your Rongxiu Pavilion seems quite well-known; I’m just curious about its strengths. Could you tell me?" Wufu asked with a smile.

Wufu’s voice wasn’t quiet, and some ladies who were picking fabrics or garments turned their heads to see which country bumpkin didn’t know what made Rongxiu Pavilion special.

"You don’t even know what’s good about Rongxiu Pavilion, so why are you here?" A woman stepped forward, sizing Wufu up, and said, "Haven’t seen you before. Where’s this country bumpkin from?"

Upon hearing this, Jadeite’s face turned cold and she was about to step forward.

Wufu held out her hand to stop her, saying to the woman, "Can’t I come if I don’t know? I’m just passing by, curious enough to come in and see. Wouldn’t a business with open doors welcome all customers? Moreover, when buying things, must one know what’s good about them first? Isn’t it the case that people only buy after looking and finding it good?"

"This..." The woman paused, feeling that something was amiss with those words, but unable to pin down what exactly.

The maid noticed the woman was stupefied, stepped forward, and bowed, saying, "Miss Feng, the fabric you wanted is ready; why don’t you go and see it? This fabric is rare, and if you’re slow, someone else might snatch it. This Miss is likely new to Changan and not very familiar. Would you allow me to introduce Rongxiu Pavilion?"

Wufu’s eyes sparkled; if nothing else, this shrewd method seemed quite fitting for surviving in the business world. Apparently, Eldest Lady Wu knows how to train people.

It’s hard to argue with a smiling person, so Wufu smiled back and said, "Alright."

Following the maid to a row of hanging fine clothes, she pulled out one, a Hibiscus-Green Hundred-Branched Lotus Pattern Luo Skirt. Intricate threads embroidered the skirt with Hundred-Branched Lotus, and as it swayed, it seemed as if lotus flowers came to life.

"Miss, our Rongxiu Pavilion is famous for embroidery, particularly renowned for Su embroidery in Changan. Our Embroidery Pavilion incorporates individual skills known as Thousand-Weave Suzhou Embroidery, using this needlework to create clothing patterns that are more delicate and lifelike, with vivid colors that appear almost alive. Look at the Hundred-Branched Lotus; worn on the body, as you walk, it could be said that your steps make lotuses bloom." The maid said with a smile.

Though Wufu is not versed in embroidery, she glanced it over and saw that it indeed looked lively, then remarked, "Compared to the skirt, I find you have a glib tongue comparable to lotus beauties. Your shop is very good at training people for business!"

The maid was about to say something when a commotion was heard outside.