Guanghan Mansion is a secretive club located off the beaten path, with a broad avenue of plane trees stretching out all the way in front, lined with Western-style buildings.
The streetlights stand silently guarding, stretching all the way to the corner, where a three-story building with a courtyard appears in front of Zhou Yun.
Today, Zhou Yun is wearing an off-white dress and her black hair is gently combed to one side, giving her a ladylike look overall.
She chose this style because she wasn't sure about the nature of tonight's gathering and didn't want to make a mistake, so she opted for a safe and classic choice.
This look could be suitable both for walking on the red carpet and for shopping in a mall.
Zhou Lan cautioned her from the car: "Contact me if you need anything. I'll be nearby."
Zhou Yun turned around, smiled gently at Zhou Lan inside the car, and nodded in agreement.
Zhou Yun appeared composed and generous on the surface, but she was still a bit nervous inside.
Who knew that as soon as she passed the security check and entered, she would be greeted with a surprised look from a round-faced girl with two round buns on her head.
The girl had a face that was unfamiliar, though charming, and her smile revealed a pair of dimples. Zhou Yun was certain she didn't know her.
The round-faced girl enthusiastically hugged Zhou Yun and said, "I'm Zheng Xiaowei. I super loved your outfit from yesterday, it was so beautiful! You're so suited for those luxurious and fairy-like dresses!"
Zhou Yun, at a loss, simply thanked her.
"Oh right, you don't know me yet. I've just returned from abroad and started my own brand, XV," said Zheng Xiaowei. "I was actually hoping to get in touch with you. I'm planning a show next month and I'd like to invite you to walk in it. What do you think, are you interested?"
Zhou Yun was even more stunned and said, "Walk in a show? I've never done it, but—"
In a flash, she remembered where she had seen the brand XV before. It was mentioned by a popular fashion blogger; it's a brand established by a Chinese designer and has gained a lot of popularity in Europe over the past two years, with many big names wearing their clothes.
"As long as you don't mind that I've never done it before, I'd love to," Zhou Yun said, her eyes lighting up. "I remember now, XV! I really love it. You're so amazing to have built such an incredible brand at such a young age!"
Zheng Xiaowei's laugh was clear and bright as well. There was no restraint or shyness about her, exuding confidence in every move she made.
The two of them exchanged contact information and added each other as WeChat friends.
At that moment, Chen Ting appeared, dressed in a black evening gown, looking elegant.
"Xiao Yun, you're here!" Chen Ting's face beamed with warmth as she opened her arms and hugged Zhou Yun, "You look so beautiful today!"
"Thank you, Sister Ting! You look gorgeous too—truly elegant!" genuine admiration shone from Zhou Yun's face.
Chen Ting asked, "Have you met Xiaowei? She's the clothing designer I've been most optimistic about these past two years, really talented!"
"Yeah, I was a bit startled when Xiaowei greeted me; I didn't recognize her, but once she mentioned XV, I knew," Zhou Yun nodded, "I think XV will become the dream for every girl to wear."
Zheng Xiaowei said to Chen Ting, "Sister Ting, you must come to the show next month. If you're not there, my show will lose all its luster!"
Chen Ting sighed with feigned helplessness, "Does your show need anyone else to add to its luster?"
The three women chatted and laughed joyfully.