The Billionaire's Hidden Affection-Chapter 507 - 504 Honey, Give me a hug 12_1

Meanwhile, the wealthy were caught up in the "personal customization" trend. Among insiders, people no longer greeted each other by asking, "Is that outfit the latest from Chanel or Armani?"

No, it was, "Which workshop in F Country custom-made that piece for you?"

High-end personal customization, with its one-of-a-kind designs, was even more sought after by fashionistas and wealthy socialites.

It was like a scene from the TV drama playing on the screen: a socialite in a fashion boutique might see another beautiful woman enter, carrying a certain handbag, and immediately feel inadequate. This was because only two such bags existed in the Gold Kingdom. One could only imagine the status of someone who owned such a bag.

Previously, Xu Xiaoya hadn’t understood why managing a shop required attention to broad economic trends. But she had always trusted Yan Xixi; she felt that whatever Yan Xixi did made sense.

Now, every time she saw Yan Xixi’s new proposals, she admired her foresight; her ideas consistently hit the mark. This reinforced her conviction even more.

She brought over a cup of coffee, placed it next to Yan Xixi, then leaned over to look at the open computer screen.

"Xiaoya, listen. When you take over that high-end luxury shop, personal customization will be your primary focus. Starting this year, they’ve been gradually pushing for de-logoing. Low-end basic styles are already losing their competitive edge. The plan for the next quarter is essentially complete. Once I find another job, I probably won’t have as much time. But don’t worry, I’ll still keep an eye on things."

Xu Xiaoya sat down across from her. "Xixi, do you really not want to do this anymore?"

Yan Xixi responded casually, "Having you is enough."

"But, Xixi, wouldn’t it be better if we both took over the Third Young Master’s store? We could make it stronger and bigger. That way, it could become our lifelong career. Working for others is just boring."

Yan Xixi rested her head on her hands, unsure of what to say.

"Xixi, perhaps you don’t know this, but the Third Young Master’s luxury shop has always been registered under your name as the legal representative. I gave him a photocopy of your ID back then, and he never changed the registration. I only found out later that the entire shop premises were purchased, also in your name. The Third Young Master truly cares for you deeply..."

To give one’s heart and money like that—that’s true love. Wealthy men might dally with women, haggling over every penny and unwilling to invest too much, but what legitimate wife doesn’t enjoy her share of assets and benefits?

"I’m just puzzled as to why the Third Young Master stopped contacting you. It really doesn’t make any sense."

Yan Xixi couldn’t take it anymore. "Xiaoya, you know I met an online friend yesterday, right?"

Xu Xiaoya exclaimed, "Oh yeah, I almost forgot to ask you! How was your online friend? Is he a decent guy?"

Yan Xixi responded slowly, "That online friend is Wan Donglin."

Xu Xiaoya’s mouth dropped open.

Yan Xixi smiled bitterly and said, "I can’t believe it was him. That guy fooled me so completely! I kept wondering how Wan Donglin knew my every move, and it turns out I was the one telling him everything. I’m such a fool."

Xu Xiaoya started to laugh. "Oh my god! Your online friend was the Third Young Master? Haha, this is just too funny."

Yan Xixi could only offer a bitter smile.

"For the Third Young Master to go to such pains, it’s absolutely because he loves you. Xixi, he’s such a good man, what are you still hesitating for?"

’Benevolent efforts’ and ’careful scheming’—both terms revolved around the ’heart,’ yet their meanings were worlds apart. How strange.