Chapter 182 Picking out bags at the LV duty-free shop

Lin Chen saw her look of acknowledging her mistake with a hint of tsundere pride and couldn't help but grin, waving his hand.

"Forget it, forget it. You didn't know what they liked anyway. I'll just buy them myself."

"Besides, even if I'm buying gifts for my classmates and friends, there's no need for you to be jealous, right?"

He pouted slightly, his gaze sweeping over the shopping bags in their hands, his tone carrying a bit of smugness.

"Look at me, a Handsome Guy like this is naturally popular. Plus, I made a lot at the casino this time."

"I bought the most for you two. How could I possibly mistreat you?"

Chu Feifei curled her lip and gave a light huff, turning her face away, but she didn't argue further.

The little bit of jealousy in her heart was mostly dissipated by his words.

Seeing this, Shen Nian quickly stepped in to smooth things over, pulling Chu Feifei's arm and saying with a smile:

"Yes, yes, yes. You bought the most for us sisters. We'll remember it."

"We'll go check in first. You buy quickly, don't miss the flight!"

"Sis! You always take his side!"

Chu Feifei grumbled dissatisfiedly, but her eyes secretly stole a glance at Lin Chen.

"If I don't keep a close eye on him, who knows how many 'fellow travelers of the same rod' there will be in the future!"

Shen Nian was so amused by her words that she bent over laughing, covering her mouth as she teased:

"You girl, what kind of bold and suggestive words are you saying?"

"'Fellow travelers of the same rod'?"

"I can't believe you came up with that."

"Even if there are, he'd have to be able to handle it!"

Lin Chen stood to the side, also stunned by what he heard.

It took him a moment to realize what "fellow travelers of the same rod" meant.

Once he did, his face felt a bit hot.

This Chu Feifei was really too bold and outspoken!

Fearing she might say something even more shocking, he quickly waved his hand.

Taking advantage of their lack of attention, he slipped away to the nearby bag counter.

In the central area of the Hong Kong Airport departure hall, the two-story LV boutique was particularly eye-catching.

Cream-white panels formed an interlaced pattern, paired with a V-shaped anodic wave-patterned aluminum entrance.

It looked like a giant three-dimensional sculpture, possessing its own highlight filter even in the surging crowds of the airport.

Lin Chen dragged his carry-on suitcase, his expression brisk.

"I need to pick an LV for Su Qingran and the others, one for each. Not a single one left out."

"Hmm... also the beautiful little police officer I haven't won over yet, Huang Jiayi, and so on."

A shop assistant quickly came forward, speaking a mix of standard Cantonese and Mandarin:

"Sir, what are you looking for?"

"We have the new Ski Collection and the classic Monogram series in stock. No need to queue, and the duty-free price is a better deal~"

Lin Chen waved his hand, his gaze sweeping over the dazzling array of bags on the shelves.

His tone was casual yet certain.

"No need for recommendations, I'll do it myself. Help me get a few different styles, and I'll pick them one by one."

"By the way, each one must be brand new. Pack them exquisitely and separately."

The assistant's eyes lit up. Seeing Lin Chen's manner, they knew he was a straightforward customer.

They quickly responded:

"Right away, sir!"

"Rest assured, everything here is authentic. The duty-free price saves quite a bit compared to the city boutiques. Once you've chosen, I'll pack them for you immediately."

Lin Chen's fingertips brushed over a classic Monogram bag. He ran through each person's image in his mind, an unconscious smile forming on his lips.

"These girls each have their own personality and height."

"I can't just pick bags blindly. I have to hit their preferences precisely; that's where the heart is."

"First, take this medium-sized Onthego in Dove Grey."

Lin Chen pointed to a 3D-printed tote bag on the shelf, his tone firm.

The assistant quickly took it down and handed it to him.

"Sir, you have great taste. This Dove Grey version usually has a three-month waitlist at boutiques, but we happen to have it in stock."

Lin Chen weighed it; it felt solid, and the widened shoulder strap felt very comfortable.

He muttered with a smile:

"This is for Su Qingran."

"She's over 1.7 meters tall and usually wears suits—the 'career woman' vibe. A medium tote is just right; it doesn't dwarf her height and enhances her presence."

He paused, his finger tracing the print on the bag, a gentleness in his eyes.

"Plus, she often needs to carry documents and cosmetics. This model is super spacious; the 37cm size can fit a 13-inch laptop."

"The lining is microfiber suede, so it won't scratch her glasses or phone. It's perfect for daily commuting or business trips—practical and classy."

The assistant nodded repeatedly.

"You are so thoughtful, sir!"

"This one is indeed suitable for a tall professional lady. It's simple yet elegant, and the classic Monogram never goes out of style."

Lin Chen smiled and pointed to a low-key Low Key Hobo bag nearby.

Off-white leather, no exaggerated logo, clean and smooth lines:

"Take this one down for He Yun."

"This is from our quiet luxury series. The logo is understated, focusing on 'less is more.' It's especially suited for ladies with a gentle temperament," the assistant introduced.

"Yes, that's exactly what I want."

Lin Chen's fingertips brushed over the leather, his gaze softening.

"He Yun is 1.7 meters tall but has a soft personality. She usually wears cardigans and dresses and doesn't like anything too flashy."

"This low-saturation off-white perfectly matches her gentle aura. And the leather is soft to the touch."

"It's lightweight to carry, whether crossbody or handheld, and goes with any outfit. For going to the supermarket or having afternoon tea, just carrying a phone and lipstick is enough. It fits her personality perfectly."

He put down the Hobo bag and turned his attention to a Néonoé BB bucket bag in caramel brown.

It carried the warmth of the Maillard color palette and had a detachable shoulder strap:

"This one is for Su Wanqing."

"This is a classic Maillard style piece with natural cowhide trim. It really brings out one's temperament."

"Yeah, Wanqing is 1.65 meters—not too tall, not too short. She's lively but not loud, and likes styles that are cute but not childish."

Lin Chen pinched the drawstring of the bucket bag, a smile spreading across his face.

"This BB size is just right. It won't be too big and overwhelm her height, nor too small to hold things. Caramel brown is versatile; it goes with summer dresses or autumn trench coats."

"Besides, she's prone to losing things. The drawstring design is somewhat theft-proof, and the adjustable strap makes it easy to carry crossbody or by hand. It's exactly what she'd like."

The assistant couldn't help but praise: "You know the ladies around you so well, sir!"

"Every single one is chosen so perfectly."

Lin Chen laughed heartily, his tone a bit smug.

"Of course. Otherwise, I'd be doting on them for nothing."

"And take this Loop Moon bag in Monogram for Su Wanrou."

This moon-shaped bag broke away from the dullness of traditional Monogram, looking vibrant and playful.

The assistant handed it over: "This is an entry-level favorite for Gen Z. It's very light; you can carry it all day without getting tired."