5: Buy a bag

Although she had turned into a woman, Lei Jun was still not quite used to such exquisite dressing, especially the stiletto heels that forced her to slow her pace when walking.

She decided to purchase a bag worthy of her new status.

Arriving at the Hermès boutique in the IFC Mall, the glass display windows shimmered with a luxurious glow under the sunlight.

Just as she pushed open the heavy glass doors, senior sales consultant Lin Wei noticed this special guest.

Even after working for years in a luxury store and being accustomed to seeing celebrities and the wealthy, she couldn't help but secretly marvel at the stunning appearance of the young girl before her.

That flowing silver hair formed a sharp contrast with her snow-white skin, and her delicate features looked as if they were crafted by a master's hand.

When Lin Wei's gaze fell upon the serpent-shaped necklace around the girl's neck, her professional intuition immediately identified it as high jewelry from the Bulgari Serpenti collection, worth nearly two million yuan!

This was a guest with true financial power!

Lin Wei immediately put on a professional smile, stepped forward quickly, and bowed slightly.

“Good morning, distinguished lady. Welcome to Hermès. I am your sales consultant, Lin Wei. How may I be of service to you today?”

Lei Jun adjusted her stance slightly to alleviate some of the discomfort brought by the high heels.

“I'd like to pick out a bag.”

The smile in Lin Wei's eyes deepened instantly.

Being able to assist a guest with genuine needs at Hermès, especially a young girl with such extraordinary temperament, was not just about sales performance for her—it was a sense of professional accomplishment.

She stepped aside to make an inviting gesture, her tone maintaining the perfect balance of respect and warmth.

“This way, please. Our classic and limited edition models are displayed in the VIP area. The lighting is better there, allowing you to see the details of the leather and craftsmanship more clearly.”

Lei Jun nodded slightly and followed Lin Wei toward the elegantly decorated VIP area of the store.

Her steps were somewhat cautious, and her heels made a crisp sound on the marble floor.

As she sat down on a soft sofa, she inadvertently let out a sigh of relief, finally giving her feet a temporary rest.

“May I ask how to address you, miss?” Lin Wei asked softly, while gesturing for an assistant to prepare tea.

“Lei,” Lei Jun answered concisely, her eyes already beginning to scan the bags displayed around her.

“Ms. Lei.”

Lin Wei took an exquisite leather catalog from her assistant and sat down beside Lei Jun.

“Allow me to introduce our latest collection. First, this new piece from the Constance series is made of rare crocodile skin, and the hardware is all 24K gold...”

She meticulously explained the design philosophy, material characteristics, and craftsmanship value of each bag, observing Lei Jun's reaction from time to time.

Seeing Lei Jun's indifferent expression, Lin Wei went on to introduce several limited edition handbags, from Birkin to Kelly, each worth a fortune.

Lei Jun listened quietly, nodding slightly occasionally.

When Lin Wei finished her introduction, she spoke: “I want a unisex style, in white, with a budget of around five hundred thousand.”

The voice wasn't loud, but it caused a slight stir in the quiet store.

Not far away, two ladies dressed as wealthy socialites who were browsing silk scarves turned their heads simultaneously, their eyes filled with obvious surprise.

A young girl who was trying on a bag worth over a hundred thousand heard this; her movements paused for a moment, and she couldn't help but steal a glance at Lei Jun.

The expressions of the shop assistants also changed.

Several sales associates who were just maintaining routine smiles couldn't help but look at Lei Jun a few more times now.

Working in this industry, they had seen many wealthy people, but a guest so young who casually stated a five hundred thousand budget was truly rare.

“Such a young girl, and she asks for fifty thousand right off the bat?” a junior clerk whispered to a colleague, somewhat disbelieving.

“Look at the necklace around her neck,” an older colleague responded in a low voice. “That's Bulgari high jewelry, worth at least one or two million. This guest is not simple.”

Lin Wei ignored the reactions around her; she had already anticipated Lei Jun's financial strength.

She nodded with a smile: “I completely understand your requirements, Ms. Lei. Please wait a moment, I will go and get several bags that meet your needs.”

She quickly walked toward the collection room in the back and returned after a short while with three assistants.

Each assistant wore white gloves and carefully held a different bag.

“First, I recommend this snow-white ostrich leather Birkin 30 for you.”

Lin Wei put on her gloves and took the first bag from the assistant.

“This one is both understated and luxurious, very suitable for your temperament.”

She meticulously displayed every detail of the bag, from the stitching to the clasp, all of which embodied Hermès' exquisite craftsmanship.

Meanwhile, another clerk brought a cup of fragrant freshly ground coffee to Lei Jun, served in an exquisite Hermès porcelain cup.

Another clerk thoughtfully brought a soft cushion so that Lei Jun could try the bags more comfortably.

Lei Jun took a small sip of coffee, her gaze swept over the bags Lin Wei was displaying, and she shook her head slightly: “Not quite right.”

Lin Wei was not discouraged and immediately displayed the second one.

“Then please take a look at this Pearl Gray Kelly 25. Although the color isn't pure white, it's very neutral and versatile. Its leather is top-grade calfskin, feeling as smooth as silk...”

Lei Jun still shook her head.

Lin Wei went on to show four or five bags valued between four hundred fifty thousand and five hundred fifty thousand, explaining the uniqueness of each in detail.

She also thoughtfully introduced some styling tips and maintenance methods to Lei Jun, providing meticulous service.

Finally, when an assistant brought out a Mini Kelly II Sellier in platinum-colored hardware, Lei Jun's eyes lit up slightly.

This bag was made of rare white crocodile skin and featured a diamond-encrusted clasp; it was exquisite without being overly feminine.

“Ms. Lei has excellent taste.”

Lin Wei immediately captured this subtle reaction.

“This is a special custom model for this season, a global limited edition. Its size is moderate, and it can be carried by hand or on the shoulder, making it perfect for daily coordination.”

She carefully placed the bag on the crook of Lei Jun's arm and then guided her toward a nearby full-length mirror.

“You see, this style forms a wonderful resonance with your silver hair, while the platinum hardware complements the tone of your necklace perfectly.”

Lin Wei commented professionally.

“It showcases your taste without being too ostentatious.”

Lei Jun turned in front of the mirror, looking at the bag on her arm from different angles.

Indeed, this bag matched her outfit today unexpectedly well, satisfying her aesthetic needs while fitting the neutral style she wanted.

She could feel the gazes of others in the store focused on her; that sense of being watched made her feel both a bit awkward and secretly satisfied.

Lei Jun: “I'll take this one.”