Chapter 157 Listen to this, is this still human language?

They chatted until 1:00 AM last night, which threw Ling Yue's biological clock into chaos.

She didn't wake up until 10:00 AM the next day.

After lunch, the property manager delivered a large cart of packages.

It was the luggage and work props that Song Xinyao had asked Jiang Xia to send over.

Zhao Fang, Qu Shu, and Luo Shanshan were helping her organize them.

Song Xinyao had a lively, outgoing personality; she was good-tempered and talkative, so she had already hit it off with everyone after being here for only two days.

Ling Yue had initially worried that she wouldn't adapt, but now she realized her worries were entirely superfluous.

Song Xinyao couldn't have been more accustomed to it; she ate everything with gusto, was full of energy every day, and had a strong sense of vitality.

"What kind of junk is this?" Ling Yue picked up an oversized short-sleeved shirt that lacked both shape and quality, and tossed it aside with utter disdain.

Song Xinyao lunged over to grab the shirt. "You don't understand. This kind of loose-fitting short-sleeve is the best. After I've 'tamed' it, it's both soft and baggy—perfect for taking out the trash or picking up packages."

Ling Yue clicked her tongue.

"Miss."

Housekeeper Shi Xiaosha appeared outside Song Xinyao's bedroom door.

Hearing the call, Ling Yue turned around with her arms crossed.

Housekeeper Shi Xiaosha continued, "The brands have arrived to deliver the clothes."

The clothes they bought last time in Guang Province hadn't been brought back.

Since there weren't many summer clothes at home now, Ling Yue had called for the brands' home-visit service.

Perfect.

"Come out with me and pick out some clothes." Ling Yue turned and walked out of the room.

A home-visit service—she'd heard of it many times, but this was her first time experiencing it.

Thinking of this, Song Xinyao immediately dropped her luggage and trotted happily after her good friend.

Swish, swish, swish—the large living room was suddenly flooded with a group of Sales Associates dressed in professional attire.

"Wow, this is so cool!" Song Xinyao chirped.

"Hello, Ms. Ling!" The Sales Associates stood in two neat rows and greeted Ling Yue.

Ling Yue nodded, accustomed to this.

She walked past them toward the small living room.

"Sit here for a while. Once they've organized everything, they'll bring it over for us to choose."

Ling Yue didn't need to worry about the organizing process; Housekeeper Shi Xiaosha would handle it.

Song Xinyao stomped her feet. "Girl, if I left you, who else would show me the world!"

Ling Yue turned back and pointed at the door. "Close the door properly to keep the cold air out."

"Got it, got it!" Song Xinyao, who had entered last, gently closed the door.

Luo Shanshan began brewing tea and preparing a fruit platter.

Wang Junqi skillfully started making cookies and desserts.

Ling Yue would try on the clothes she really liked. After all, trying on clothes was physically demanding, and food was a basic necessity.

There were over a dozen top luxury brands present today.

The first to enter was DIOR.

They brought this year's spring and summer new arrivals: a black ruffled short dress worth 36,000 yuan, a pink mid-length flared dress worth 47,000 yuan, a blue plaid dress worth 28,000 yuan...

As for the T-shirts and trousers, she took everything that caught her eye.

After several interactions, the top luxury brands had figured out Ling Yue's aesthetic and shopping preferences; she liked simple, high-end clothing and wasn't interested in anything with complicated patterns.

That was why the dozen or so gowns they brought were almost all styles Ling Yue would like, so she claimed them all.

The second to enter was Loro Piana.

This was Ling Yue's first time dealing with them.

The clothes had no logos, yet they were extremely comfortable to wear.

They were the type of garments that looked plain and unremarkable on the hanger, but could elevate one's aura by two levels when worn.

This also aligned with Ling Yue's definition of high-end and simple.

Their new collection was mixed with many classic styles from previous years; whenever she saw something she liked at first glance, Ling Yue would wave her hand, signaling the Sales Associate to take the garment down.

They also sold bedding, carpets, throws, and blankets.

Since it was summer, they only brought bedding and carpets.

The top-tier linen summer bedding sets were dry and breathable, costing about 70,000 yuan per set.

Summer had arrived, and Ling Yue changed her bedding almost every day.

She decided to stock up on 20 sets in different colors so she could have a different mood every time she slept.

"I'm sorry, Ms. Ling, we didn't bring enough stock today. May we deliver it to your home within three days?" the Loro Piana Sales Associate said, looking troubled.

Before coming, she had heard that this Ms. Ling's spending power was terrifying.

She had prepared thoroughly, but upon arriving today, she realized her preparations were still insufficient.

"That's fine." After agreeing, Ling Yue selected a few carpets and then waved her hand.

Housekeeper Shi Xiaosha immediately had the Loro Piana staff take away the items that hadn't been selected, clearing space for the next brand to enter.

The entire process was swift, orderly, and silent.

Next, brands like CHANEL, YSL, Brunello Cucinelli, and others brought their annual new collections one by one.

Ling Yue spread her favor evenly, picking at least seven or eight sets from each.

She nudged Song Xinyao, who had been silent the whole time. "Hurry up and pick. This is the last brand. If you don't pick now, you won't have another chance."

"I'm not picking, I'm not picking, I'm not worthy!" Song Xinyao had gone through curiosity, shock, and numbness.

Now, she was in the stage of self-denial.

Every time she thought she had seen the world, Ling Yue would deal her another heavy blow, making her feel like a country bumpkin all over again.

Ling Yue raised her wrist to check the time.

It was already 3:00 PM.

She had to speed up her selection, or it would delay her dinner.

"Then I'll continue."

Song Xinyao pressed her thumb against her philtrum. "You're continuing?"

"We've barely started." Ling Yue said this casually, then looked at Housekeeper Shi Xiaosha. "Have the designers from the clothing brands arrived?"

Housekeeper Shi Xiaosha nodded. "They are all here."

"Let them all come in together. I want to make this quick." Ling Yue rubbed her sore eyes.

Immediately after, the small living room was filled with many foreign faces.

It wasn't just Ling Yue who had an interpreter; the brands had brought their own as well.

Ling Yue gave CHANEL a 12-million-yuan budget to replicate a vintage haute couture gown she loved, requiring 1,200 real diamonds to be set at the hem to create a shimmering effect as she walked.

She gave Zegna a 6-million-yuan budget to make one women's power suit and one elegant evening gown.

She gave YSL a 2-million-yuan budget to create one sexy and charming haute couture gown.

Meanwhile, brands like Versace, Loro Piana, Elie Saab, Brunello Cucinelli, DIOR, and others each received a 5-million-yuan budget for haute couture gowns.

Ling Yue only provided preliminary ideas; due to limited time, deeper discussions would be scheduled later.

The small living room returned to peace.

"Is it finally over now?" Song Xinyao heard her own voice trembling.

She was numb, truly numb!

She wouldn't even dare to buy spicy strips like this!

Ling Yue shook her head. "That was just the clothes."

Listen, is this even human language?

Song Xinyao's eyes were open, but she felt like her soul had left her body a while ago.

Next up were the shoes, bags, and small accessories.

"This row, this row, these and these—keep them. The rest can be taken away." Ling Yue swept her gaze across and raised a finger, and a shopping spree was concluded.

Immediately after, the Patek Philippe Sales Associate delivered three collector-grade watches that had been brought in from the headquarters in Switzerland.

They were the 5178G-012, 6301P-001, and 6002R-001.

Ling Yue took them all.

"Is there anything else?" Ling Yue rubbed her temples.

Shopping was hard physical labor, too.

Housekeeper Shi Xiaosha shook her head. "There isn't any more."

Ling Yue: "Let's settle the bill."

The watches made up the bulk of the cost.

The clothes, shoes, and bags were actually quite cheap in comparison.

All in all, she had only spent 147 million yuan.

After finishing her shopping, Ling Yue felt refreshed.

She stood up and walked outside.

The sun had already set, and the evening air was even a bit cool.

Watching the beautiful sunset clouds floating on the horizon, Ling Yue suddenly remembered something.