Chapter 24 (1/2)
Chapter 24
After eating breakfast, Tang Tang took Ji Xiao with her when she went out to buy the necessary materials to make a pair of shoes. There were no tools at home apart from some needles that Aunt Li had left behind. Tang Tang really didn’t understand how the original owner, who had a clothing major, had no equipment to make clothes. Unless the original owner relied on machinery?
For making shoes, the first step was the soles, which required Ji Yue’s shoe size. Tang Tang relied on Ji Xiao Zhuo to be her spy for this; the task was to get Ji Yue’s shoe size without letting Ji Yue know the reason why.
Ji Xiao Zhuo patted his chest while he guaranteed, with wide eyes, that he would succeed in his mission. Then he disappeared to his room to complete his task.
She didn’t know what Xiao Zhuo did, but within ten minutes, he had completed his mission.
Tang Tang kissed the little one thoroughly, which made him laugh.
What Tang Tang bought to make the shoes was a moon-white material, which already had some embroidery, so she didn’t need to do the embroidery herself. Tang Tang only had to embroider some flowers on a transparent ribbon to add onto the shoes to increase the beauty.
Even though the current styles of shoes were pretty, many types of women’s shoes were not comfortable. Principally the high heels, Tang Tang thought it was torture to wear them. She didn’t know why women in this world liked wearing them. It appeared that Ji Yue also liked wearing high heels, so Tang Tang wanted to give Ji Yue a pair of shoes that were beautiful and comfortable. If Ji Yue was willing to wear them, she would be more comfortable when walking.
Tang Tang worked very fast, and the shoes were done within two days. She was satisfied with the end product. Then she took the shoes to the only male in the place for an opinion, “Bao Bao, what do you think of the shoes?”
Ji Xiao Zhuo couldn’t help but touch the flowers on the shoes and nodded, “Looks good! Mummy, this flower is pretty.”
Tang Tang stroked the little one’s head, “Bao Bao, you have a good eye.”
Even though the flowers were not eye-catching, they were what required the most effort and were also crucial as they made the shoes look elegant and unique. It was definitely not something that one could just buy from the stores.
When Xiao Zhuo said that the shoes looked good, it gave Tang Tang’s confidence a boost. She carefully placed the shoes into a box and went to buy some ingredients to make Ji Yue some pastry as well as some meat sauce from her personal recipes.
“Come, Bao Bao, let’s go and give these to Aunt Ji Yue. We should thank her for helping mummy become beautiful.”
“Ok,” Ji Xiao Zhuo walked in front like a little boss as he took the lead. “Mummy, I know what Auntie Ji Yue’s company is called. I’ll guide you.”
Tang Tang followed the clever child’s lead and successfully arrived at the building of Ji Yue’s company. Ji Tue even personally greeted them at the building’s entrance.
Tang Tang felt that the feeling that Ji Yue gave off today was different. She was wearing a suit jacket that wrapped perfectly around her slim figure, and a skirt that revealed her long slender legs. The high heels that she wore perfected the look. As Ji Yue walked, a powerful and confident aura surrounded her, and all the staff who passed by would nod or give her a greeting while Ji Yue would smile faintly with a nod in response. She gave off a confident and capable feeling.
Was this the appearance of a working woman? They had such an attractive aura! No wonder the women in this world wanted to work just like men.
Tang Tang was filled with admiration for Ji Yue. Unfortunately, she couldn’t be like Ji Yue, as all she knew was probably only cooking and embroidery.
Ji Yue brought them to her personal office and instructed an assistant to make tea for Tang Tang and Ji Xiao Zhuo. She even got Xiao Zhuo some snacks before smiling, “You brought delicious food for me. Thanks for your hard work.”
Tang Tang put the things she brought with her onto the coffee table and replied, “It’s only some simple things. I didn’t do much. I just made two types of pastries and two types of meat sauces for you. I’m not sure if you will like them.”
Ji Yue wasn’t courteous and opened the box. When she saw eight delicate pastries, her eyes brightened, “It’s so beautiful, ah. These are Chinese style pastries. You actually know how to make them!” Ji Yue thought that Tang Tang only knew how to make western-style pastries.
Impatiently, Ji Yue took a chestnut pastry and placed it in her mouth. The taste was exquisite. It was soft and sweet, and when she swallowed it, there was a lingering fragrance. She couldn’t help but give a thumbs up, “Tang Tang, your pastries are delicious. I’ve tried Chinese pastries from top chefs before, but yours taste the best.”
Ji Yue praised while she put a lotus pastry in her mouth.
At this moment, Ji Yue was like a glutton, and her previous aura disappeared. She was currently acting like Xiao Zhuo. Tang Tang smiled and advised Ji Yue, “These snacks will fill your stomach. Don’t eat so much; otherwise, you won’t be able to eat your meal later.”
Ji Yue nodded as she smiled, “I’ll stop eating. I’ll take them home and let Gu Zhang An try them.”
At this time, Ji Yue just noticed that Tang Tang had another box with her. She curiously asked, “What else did you bring?”
Tang Tang opened the box and took the embroidered shoes out. She answered shyly, “I made you a pair of embroidered shoes. I hope you’ll like them.”
Ji Yue blankly accepted the shoes from Tang Tang. Her gaze was instantly drawn to the pair of refined shoes. “My God, Tang Tang. I’m amazed. You actually know how to make these and so beautifully. If you didn’t say anything, I would have thought you had brought them from an expensive place. Your craftsmanship is exquisite.”
These words were not spoken out of politeness. Ji Yue truly thought that the shoes looked good. They were simple, elegant, and exquisite. The shoes looked vintage, but they also had some modern elements, so they didn’t look old fashioned. If the shoes were worn, they would definitely attract attention. For a godly appearance, the shoes should be matched with a white fairy-like dress.
Tang Tang felt embarrassed because of the praises. Only Ji Xiao Zhuo was filled with pride as he listened to Ji Yue. He unconsciously puffed his chest.
Taking off her heels, Ji Yue tried on the pair of embroidered shoes. The shoes felt light and comfortable on her feet. Ji Yue couldn’t help but spin two circles and said, “How is it? Is it beautiful?” The mother and son pair nodded and answered in unison, “Beautiful!”
“Haha … It’s just that my current outfit doesn’t match with the shoes. Next time, I’ll match them with a long dress. I can even wear them when I’m shopping, and my feet will not be tired.”
Ji Yue happily put the shoes away and looked at the time. It was not early anymore, so she said to Tang Tang and Xiao Zhuo, “It’s noon. Let’s go and eat a meal together.”
Tang Tang didn’t reject the offer this time.
During the meal, Tang Tang went to the toilet and didn’t expect she would meet an acquaintance.
A pretty and flirtatious woman was exiting the bathroom. When she saw Tang Tang, she was shocked but instantly smiled a second later. She spoke with familiarity, “Tang Tang, where have you been lately? I haven’t seen you in ages. We didn’t know where you were to invite you out to drink.”
Tang Tang unconsciously took a step back and frowned when she saw that the woman was wearing heavy makeup and very exposing clothes.
Even though Tang Tang didn’t know who the woman was, the woman didn’t look like she was a good person.
They were two people who walked on different paths. No matter what kind of relationship the previous owner had with this woman, Tang Tang didn’t want to have any relation with this type of person.
Tang Tang wrinkled her brows and said, “Don’t invite me out to drink anymore. I’m going to stay at home to teach my child and support my husband from now on.”
“Support the husband and teach the child?” The woman almost choked on her own saliva. She was staring at Tang Tang like she was crazy, “Tang Tang did you take the wrong medicine? What craziness are you saying?”
“I think my idea is quite good.”
Tang Tang didn’t understand why the woman would be so shocked. Was teaching children and supporting the husband that scary?
“Crazy. You’ve gone mad …” The woman thought that Tang Tang had really gone mad. Did this happen because of the car accident?
The woman wanted to grab Tang Tang and ask more questions. But a man impatiently came over and grabbed the woman’s arm, “What’s wrong with you? How much time do you need to go to the toilet?!”
The woman instantly smiled and held onto the man’s plump arm. She spoke cutely, “Ai, I wanted to say hello to a friend. Don’t be angry, darling.”