The five designers were also stunned by her beauty. In their line of work, they often encountered beautiful people. But the woman before them now felt entirely different. Seeing her, a surge of inspiration struck them. A woman like a flower fairy didn't need to deliberately design clothes. Even if she wore a burlap sack, she'd have more elegance than someone who dressed up intentionally.
Chu Lingzhi felt everyone's gaze and raised an eyebrow slightly. Wasn't this just about designing clothes? Did they have to stare at her with such bright eyes? Good thing she had thick skin; otherwise, she'd be too scared to come downstairs under such scrutiny.
As she approached, the designers were again stunned by her beauty. Her skin was as white as snow and smooth as cream, her cheeks fair with a hint of pink—a very healthy complexion. She had come down after washing up, without any deliberate makeup, her face bare of powder. A simple dress hung on her, adding a touch of lazy charm. Yet it didn't lose its purity, and within that purity was an unapproachable sanctity. Her petite, delicate figure was perfectly proportioned. A stubbornness that invited conquest radiated from her very bones.
From the moment she appeared, Nangong Yehen's gaze had been fixed on her, unable to look away. "Miss Chu, you're so beautiful." "Miss Chu, with your figure and such fair skin, you'd look good in anything." "I specially brought two finished pieces; they'll definitely look very elegant on Miss Chu." "..."
The designers suddenly crowded around Chu Lingzhi, chattering away, making her feel like mosquitoes were buzzing in her ears. They moved quickly—measuring her bust, waist, hips, height, arm and leg lengths—not giving Chu Lingzhi any chance to refuse or ask questions. She looked at Nangong Yehen, who was watching her with a faint smile, his deep eyes flickering with a peculiar light. She pursed her lips and let them measure her as they pleased.
True to their profession as designers, they finished the measurements swiftly. "I want to see the finished products in five days," Nangong Yehen's low voice rang out. "No problem, I'll design a unique gown for Miss Chu as soon as possible." "With Miss Chu's beauty and elegance, she'll look stunning in my design." They all chimed in with flattery.
Chu Lingzhi was surprised. Gown? They were designing a gown for her, not everyday clothes? She wanted to ask Nangong Yehen why he was having a gown made for her.
Just then, one designer brought a sky-blue gown over to her, smiling sweetly. "Miss Chu, this is my latest design. Would you like to try it on?" Chu Lingzhi glanced at her, then at the dress. It was made entirely of silk, very high-end and elegant. The sky-blue color was also striking; wearing it, she'd stand out in any setting. Even without trying it on, Chu Lingzhi liked the gown. She took it and looked at Nangong Yehen. "Master Nangong, I'll just wear this. No need to design another." "This color doesn't suit you," Nangong Yehen said, his gaze deep. After a moment of silence, he waved his hand. "All of you, go back. Deliver the goods here within five days."
After the designers left, two young men in suits, led by a bodyguard, entered shortly after. They respectfully greeted Nangong Yehen, then their eyes swept over Chu Lingzhi.