Chapter 17: Lay out all your stock; I want to pick out 26 million worth.

"I'm so sorry, so sorry! Please, come in. My name is Cora. May I ask your surname, ma'am?" Cora was panicking inside. Her attitude hadn't been great just now; she hoped this wealthy woman wouldn't complain about her.

She hadn't even passed her probation period yet. If she were fired, no luxury brand would ever hire her again.

Think fast! What kind of compliments do wealthy women like?

Cora felt as awkward and uncomfortable as if her underwear was wedged deep in her backside.

"Ling," Ling Yue replied.

She didn't pay any attention to the SA, who was already imagining a dramatic resignation. The moment she stepped onto the plush carpet of the store, her eyes were dazzled by the diamonds in the counter. Their flickering brilliance was like a clear, trickling stream under the sunlight, drawing her toward them involuntarily.

The rows of uniquely designed, radiant jewelry were like a group of hungry little babies, desperately wanting to dive into Mother Ling's embrace!

Especially those few diamond rings the size of pigeon eggs; under the lights, they were almost blinding! They completely eclipsed the one-carat diamond chips next to them, leaving them dull and lusterless.

Any thought of 'diamonds don't hold their value' was completely banished from her mind! She didn't need to consider that.

With desire in her eyes and a racing heart, Ling Yue had only one thought: Buy it!

"I want to buy this!"

Cora followed the girl's rounded finger. She had been feeling cold inside because she couldn't think of a unique compliment, and now her pale little face grew even more tense. "Ms. Ling, I am terribly sorry! That ring is only a display piece. We don't have it in stock at the moment, and it belongs to our high jewelry collection, which is only available for purchase by our regular clients."

"May I ask if you have purchased any of our products before?"

Forget jewelry, Ling Yue hadn't even touched silver accessories before. How was she supposed to know these rules?

The thing she wanted was right in front of her, but she was told she couldn't buy it. Was this a joke?

"This is my first time here, so I can't buy any of these?"

Sadness was practically overflowing from Ling Yue's eyes. Cora couldn't bear it, but she had to be cruel. "Yes. For a first-time purchase, you can only choose from our entry-level and intermediate collections. This is a strict brand rule..." Her voice grew smaller and smaller.

However, Ling Yue's distress only lasted for a moment. She couldn't buy it today, but after today, would she still be unable to?

One day, she would definitely get her hands on that pigeon-egg diamond ring!

"Then how much do I need to spend before I can access high jewelry?"

"Spending a total of 3 million yuan within three years makes you a regular client, unlocking high jewelry pieces priced at 5 million plus."

"A cumulative spend of 8 million yuan unlocks high jewelry pieces priced at 15 million plus."

"And a cumulative spend of 20 million yuan unlocks the 30 million plus museum-replica high jewelry!" Cora's beautiful phoenix eyes were full of anticipation.

This wealthy sister had just said she wanted to spend around 20 million.

Could she reach the top tier in one go? She was so expectant!

Ling Yue had thought the requirements would be high, but it was only this much.

She lightly tapped the glass counter, a relaxed smile on her face. "Bring out all your stock. I want to pick out 26 million worth."

Cora almost failed to control her expression and burst out laughing. Grinning widely, she led Ling Yue to the VIP lounge, serving her water and desserts.

"Ms. Ling, please wait a moment. I'll go get the products right away."

Cora closed the door and left, gathering all the SAs in the store.

Before the Deputy Store Manager could scold her for bringing an unbooked guest into the VIP room, Cora preempted him: "A major new client has arrived without an appointment. I estimate her spending will exceed 20 million. As a newcomer, there's a lot I don't know, and I've never handled such a large order. I hope everyone can help bring out all the stock from the counters and the warehouse for her to see. I'm willing to split the commission from her purchases today equally with everyone."

To save time, Cora said all this in a single breath.

Most of the items on the counters were display pieces; more entry-level and intermediate stock was in the warehouse. If she moved it all by herself, who knew how long it would take? She couldn't keep the client waiting.

Although Ms. Ling didn't seem like a difficult person to serve, she couldn't neglect her just because she had a good temper.

Cora would rather take less commission to perform well in front of a major client and secure her as a resource! That way, she'd have a solid standing no matter where she worked in the future.

Besides, as a newcomer in the highly competitive luxury industry, it would be hard to survive without knowing how to handle social nuances.

The SAs, who were originally displeased by Cora's lack of protocol, immediately became pleasant upon hearing her words.

The Deputy Store Manager also tactfully shut his mouth. Since the VIP room was empty anyway, what was wrong with hosting a new customer? He even took the initiative to say, "Helen, Sara... the five of you come with me to move the stock. Cora, Molly, you two go serve the client. First, take the high jewelry display pieces to..."

"Ling, Ms. Ling!"

"Remember to show the high jewelry display pieces to Ms. Ling. Everyone else, get moving!" The Deputy Store Manager clapped his hands, and the group dispersed in an orderly fashion.

Currently, the total value of all products in this Chaumet store was only about 42 million yuan. Excluding several items reserved for clients and a few high jewelry rings worth millions that couldn't be taken out, Ling Yue's request to spend 26 million meant moving almost the entire store's entry-level and intermediate stock.

Cora opened a blue leather gift box about the size of a 12-inch tablet, revealing a set of aquamarine and diamond jewelry. "This is the Josephine collection, part of our brand's intermediate jewelry line."

As she spoke, she took off the ring to let Ling Yue try it on.

"The main stone of the ring is a 0.6-carat pear-shaped aquamarine, surrounded by a halo of brilliant small diamonds. Wearing it is like having a precious blue 'Tear of the Ocean' set on your finger. The earrings from the same series are also set with pear-shaped aquamarines, incredibly brilliant and dazzling. Together with the matching necklace, the entire set is priced at 196,600 yuan."

Ling Yue looked at the ring already on her finger and was suddenly stunned. "So cheap? I'll take this set."

It was so cheap that Ling Yue was a bit shocked.

In the past, she would have thought it was expensive, but things were different now.

Cora placed the items Ling Yue had selected on a vintage coffee table. Thinking of something, she added, "The Josephine collection also has rubellite and white gold diamond versions in stock. Would you like to see them?"

Her movement of drinking water paused. Ling Yue's eyes, misted by the steam, slowly lifted, sparkling slightly. "I want them."

Cora switched to a new set of products. "This is the Bee My Love collection. The honeycomb-like design is bold in style. The series includes necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets..."

"I want them."

"This is the Josephine All-Diamond collection..."

"I want them."

"This is the Hortensia collection watch..."

"I want them."

Ling Yue put down her cup. Seeing the SAs lining up to bring in jewelry boxes, she realized it would take forever to look at them one by one. It was better to keep it simple. "No need to show them one by one. Regardless of the style, please just select 26 million worth of products for me and let me know when it's time to swipe my card."

"This... You're not going to pick them out yourself? What if the sizes aren't right?" This was the first time Cora had met such a casual customer. Although the Deputy Store Manager kept winking at her to tell her to stay out of it, she couldn't help but speak up.

Ling Yue smiled calmly, radiating a natural friendliness. She had a good foundation to begin with, but her sallow skin and lack of maintenance had hidden her beauty. Her recent skincare treatments hadn't been in vain; now, under the reflection of the lights and jewelry, her fair cheeks glowed with an alluring luster. "I don't care. Go and choose."