Chapter 43: Meiting Discount Clothing Store

April 22, 2023, Saturday, Overcast, 6–10°C.

Hands crossed behind the back, shoulders dropped, in a fully open posture, lower teeth biting the upper lip, eyes looking toward the ceiling. A distinct stretching sensation appeared in the platysma muscle. Hold for 20 seconds, eyes moving slowly...

After five intermittent sets of posture correction exercises, Tang Song stopped to feel the changes in his body.

*Ding-dong—* The notification sound of a text message rang out.

Tang Song picked up his phone, took a glance, and a smile spread across his face.

The final piece of clothing for the [Nightfall Chill] outfit set had finally arrived.

He threw on his windbreaker, headed to the community's Cainiao Station, and picked up the four accumulated parcels at once.

Soon, the packages were being unwrapped one by one.

An apricot-colored knit cardigan, a white T-shirt, grey-black casual trousers, and white sneakers.

Except for the shoes, the other three items were two sets of different sizes.

After all, you can't try on clothes when buying online, so it was hard to guarantee there wouldn't be any issues.

He tried them on in sequence, and finally, he managed to piece together a combination that fit perfectly.

Lastly, he put on the white sneakers.

In an instant, a magical sensation surged in his heart.

The weather in Yancheng had already warmed up this season, but with the sudden temperature drop, it had originally been somewhat chilly.

Now, however, he felt a warm glow throughout his entire body.

Tang Song moved around slightly, feeling his body was lighter and brimming with vitality.

This must be the real-world manifestation of [Constitution +2, Agility +1, with Cold Resistance effect].

*Swish*—the system interface unfolded before him to check the information.

[Current Outfit Compatibility: 90%, All effects active at 90%]

[Constitution: 60.8 (59+1.8), Endurance: 56, Agility: 50.9 (50+0.9), Comprehension: 76]

As expected, even though he had tried his best to ensure the fit, style, and color were close, there were still discrepancies.

Unless he could obtain drawing-related skills in the future and teach himself fashion design to find a tailor or factory for custom orders, it would be truly difficult to achieve 100% restoration.

As for the outfit's secondary effect, [Nightfall Chill], he would have to wait until night to experience it outdoors.

Looking at himself in the full-length mirror, Tang Song couldn't help but give himself a thumbs up.

It had to be said, this outfit suited him very well; his looks seemed to have improved by several degrees.

When filming his posture correction videos, he could use this as his "after" look to better showcase his physique and increase the contrast.

After admiring himself for a while, he took a photo to share with his mother.

Tang Song checked the time; it was exactly 10:00 AM.

Grabbing his car keys, he set off to meet his future partner.

...

Baoyun Center was a mid-to-high-end commercial complex.

It housed hotels, office buildings, and retail spaces.

The location was excellent—in the city center with convenient transportation.

Meiting Discount Clothing Store was located in the podium of this commercial complex.

Tang Song navigated to the surface parking lot, parked his car, and looked around.

He immediately spotted the imposing Yunxi Building, which wasn't far away.

Walking out of the parking lot and along the clean stone path for a while, the storefront of the clothing shop gradually came into view.

[Meiting Discount Clothing Store]

The light box design was simple and fashionable, glowing with a transparent white light, with exquisite greenery and decorations placed at the entrance.

The entrance wasn't particularly wide, indicating that the area wasn't large.

Upon entering the store, Tang Song's eyes lit up.

The overall color scheme was a soft creamy white, with gentle and bright lighting.

The interior layout felt very lived-in; the clothing racks used a combination of metal and glass, looking fashionable and high-quality.

The only thing that seemed out of place were the various red promotional stickers.

Buy one get one free, 20% off, 50% off...

"Welcome! Everything is on sale, and I can help recommend outfits. Er... Mr. Tang, it's you!" The voice was clear and pleasant.

Gao Mengting was wearing black pencil pants and a white sweater, her hair tied in a ponytail resting at her side. She looked sexy and capable, though there was visible fatigue on her face.

"Good morning," Tang Song said with a smile, waving to her.

The two exchanged a few brief pleasantries.

Gao Mengting asked with an expectant look, "So... is that Wuling Hongguang driving okay?"

"It's very smooth. Don't worry, Boss Gao, I bought it purely for commuting; I don't carry heavy loads, and I wash it often."

"Thank you!" Gao Mengting bowed slightly. "To be honest, I have a deep affection for it. I bought it during my senior year of college, and it has accompanied me throughout my entrepreneurial journey, so..."

She took a deep breath and smiled sheepishly. "Let's not talk about that. Men's wear is on the second floor. Shall I take you to take a look?"

Since there were no other customers in the store, Tang Song didn't stand on ceremony.

The stairs were somewhat narrow and cramped, but it was evident that Gao Mengting had put thought into them; various cushions, handrails, and protective measures were well in place.

"Sorry, I haven't had time to organize the stock on the second floor yet, so it's a bit messy. Tell me what kind of clothes you want to buy, and I'll pick them out for you directly," Gao Mengting said with an embarrassed smile.

Tang Song scanned the surroundings. Although it wasn't as clear and organized as the ground floor, it was still clean and tidy.

It seemed this Boss Gao was a very conscientious person.

Tang Song couldn't help but place himself in the perspective of an investor or a boss, wanting to evaluate this future partner.

"Help me put together a seasonal outfit. You're a professional; you'll definitely do a better job than I would."

Gao Mengting stared at him for a moment before saying, "The outfit you're wearing today is great. It's almost May, so let me help you pick out some summer clothes. Your build is quite well-proportioned, so standard sizes should work. Just a moment!"

With that, she turned and walked into the clothing rack area.

She seemed to remember exactly where every type of clothing was located, her movements very purposeful.

In less than two minutes, she walked back carrying two items.

"This solid-colored mid-sleeve shirt, paired with these light grey casual trousers, is perfect for commuting and matches your physique well. There's a small fitting room over there; try them on to see the effect. If you're not satisfied, I'll pick something else."

"Thank you." Tang Song took them with a smile and changed in the fitting room. He walked out and checked himself in the mirror; the fit was perfect.

The deep blue mid-sleeve shirt, interspersed with irregular white stripes, was breathable and cool, with a fashionable cut.

Paired with the somewhat steady casual trousers, he looked both composed and stylishly handsome.

For a moment, Tang Song's gaze toward her became even more satisfied.

A partner who was this capable, with rich industry experience, expertise in styling, and was also sexy and beautiful, was practically perfect.

"Very nice. How much for this set?"

"Let's say 300 yuan," Gao Mengting explained. "This is genuine brand clothing. Although it's clearance stock from a counter, the quality is excellent. Even in our livestream flash sales, the price is around this much."

After paying, Tang Song asked in surprise, "Are you also doing livestream e-commerce?"

Gao Mengting pondered for a moment, her expression turning unnatural. "My main business used to be e-commerce, and this shop also serves as a livestreaming venue. But then, some changes occurred."

"That's great!" Tang Song blurted out, but noticing her strange look, he quickly added, "Boss Gao, how about we sit down and chat? I'm very interested in livestream e-commerce and would like to learn more about it from you."

"Sure." Perhaps because she had a good impression of him, Gao Mengting did not refuse.

Returning to the first floor, the two sat facing each other on stools in a corner.

Gao Mengting kept her legs together, tilting slightly to the right; the hip curve outlined by her pencil pants was perfect—both fleshy and aesthetic.

Tang Song reigned in his wandering gaze and said carefully, "Would it be convenient to briefly talk about your previous entrepreneurial experience?"

"There's nothing to hide, since I'll be leaving anyway." Gao Mengting gave a self-deprecating smile, her eyes sweeping across the small clothing store as she began to narrate in a calm tone.

(End of Chapter)