Shocking! A Hong Kong socialite gave birth to three heirs to a wealthy family.

Chapter 71 A Delicate Cheongsam

Seeing Shen Wancheng's expression, Xu Pingtao knew that the matter wouldn't be settled today, so he didn't press the issue further.

"Just remember this. Shall we have lunch at the mansion?"

"Yes, I'll definitely stay and have dinner with you."

"Alright, alright." Xu Pingtao stood up. "Go to your grandma's."

Shen Wancheng and Xu Pingtao returned to the building where He Lin lived.

As soon as I entered, I heard Shen Yao's loud voice.

"Grandma, I really can't wear this dress, I can't wear it at all. When my sister comes, she can wear it and I'm sure you'll be satisfied."

“A rich young lady should act like one, instead of being so loud and boisterous all the time.”

"Hey, I'm not being loud, I'm just being arrogant, just like you were when you were young."

"What do you mean, 'like me when I was young'? I wasn't like you when I was young. I was like Tuantuan when I was young."

"I do not believe."

Shen Yao was arguing with He Lin when she saw Xu Pingtao and Shen Wancheng enter behind He Lin. She loudly asked Xu Pingtao.

"Grandpa, do you think I look just like Grandma did when she was young?"

Because she was in front of He Lin, Shen Yao called Xu Pingtao "Grandpa".

He Lin then turned around to look at Xu Pingtao.

Xu Pingtao coughed lightly.

He said, his voice weak, "It's not quite the same."

Shen Yao muttered under her breath, clearly unconvinced, "Hypocritical."

After giving Xu Pingtao a satisfied look, He Lin turned her gaze to Shen Wancheng.

"Tuantuan, come here. Nannan doesn't know much about things, why don't you try on this cheongsam?"

Shen Wancheng then noticed that He Lin was holding a moon-white cheongsam with dark green embroidery.

Shen Wancheng took the cheongsam.

The moon-white satin has a silky smooth feel with a slight coolness, while the dark green embroidery is intricate yet neat, with the flowers appearing to bloom gracefully and lifelike.

Shen Wancheng fell in love with it at first sight.

Shen Wancheng went into the room, changed into a cheongsam, and the moment she came out, Shen Yao was stunned.

As someone who traveled from ancient times, Shen Yao initially couldn't appreciate the cheongsam.

The fabric clung to her body; although not exactly revealing, it accentuated her curves, making her even more uncomfortable than some revealing clothes.

What she couldn't understand even more was why a perfectly good skirt would have a slit.

But when Shen Wancheng appeared in front of Shen Yao wearing a cheongsam, Shen Yao immediately understood the beauty of the cheongsam.

The design, featuring a moon-white background and dark green embroidery, is understated yet elegant. While the style appears simple, it actually pays great attention to tailoring, perfectly showcasing the gentle and graceful temperament of women.

This was also the first time Shen Wancheng had worn a cheongsam, and she felt a sense of confidence welling up from the bottom of her heart after putting it on.

No wonder everyone says that cheongsams enhance one's temperament.

Shen Wancheng already liked cheongsams, and now she loves them even more.

In Shen Wancheng's view, none of the haute couture gowns touted by the international fashion circle in later generations could highlight the beauty of women as well as the cheongsam.

Especially some haute couture gowns known for their bizarre designs, let alone everyday wear, would feel out of place even for banquets and ceremonies. Even when worn by beautiful and sophisticated female celebrities, they still look incredibly outrageous.

Haute couture should have long had a place for the cheongsam.

Shen Wancheng became even more determined in her decision.

She wants to create a high-end luxury brand that belongs to China and has a strong Chinese style before luxury goods become popular in Hong Kong.

He Lin looked at Shen Wancheng with a smile in her eyes, took her hand and praised, "So beautiful."

After sitting down, Shen Wancheng carefully examined the embroidery on the cheongsam. Even though Shen Wancheng didn't know anything about this industry, she could tell that the embroidery was extremely skillful.

Shen Wancheng asked, "Grandma, what kind of embroidery technique is used for the patterns on this?"

"Take a guess?"

Suzhou embroidery?

"Yes, this cheongsam is several decades old."

Shen Yao leaned closer and said, "Really? It looks brand new after all these decades."

Shen Wancheng replied, "That's the charm of the cheongsam. Once the craftsmanship and quality are up to par, it won't go out of style even after decades."

He Lin looked at Shen Wancheng with obvious affection.

That makes sense.

Shen Wancheng asked, "Was this cheongsam made in Hong Kong? Is it possible to find a master craftsman who made this cheongsam?"

He Lin shook her head, "I don't know, I don't remember."

Shen Wancheng looked at Xu Pingtao with a questioning gaze.

Xu Pingtao thought for a moment and said, "This cheongsam was made in Hong Kong Island. For many years, Ms. Lan, who makes cheongsams, has come to the mansion every year on the day of Lichun to take your grandmother's measurements and make four cheongsams for spring, summer, autumn and winter."

Shen Wancheng's eyes lit up, "Is it still like this now?"

Xu Pingtao nodded, "That's true, but your grandmother has forgotten."

Shen Wancheng asked, "Where does this Ms. Lan live? I'd like to pay her a visit."

Xu Pingtao looked at Shen Wancheng with a scrutinizing gaze, "Cheng girl, what are you thinking about again? You don't seem like the kind of person who would 'lower yourself' for a cheongsam."

"Grandpa, you can't tease me like that. I really love the cheongsam that Ms. Lan made."

Xu Pingtao pointed at Shen Wancheng with his finger, saying, "His real intention is not what it seems."

Shen Wancheng put on a stern face, feigning anger, "Are you going to tell me or not!"

Shen Yao, who had been watching the commotion from the sidelines, then took He Lin's arm and said in a sweet, soft voice.

"Grandma, look at Grandpa, he's bullying your favorite older sister."

puff.

Shen Wancheng was surprised by Shen Yao's sudden move. She pursed her lips to keep from laughing out loud, and goosebumps rose all over her body.

He Lin, however, found it very pleasing.

"You old fool, all I asked was where you live. Why are you keeping me in suspense? There's no room for you here at noon today. You can leave now."

Shen Wancheng and Shen Yao secretly chuckled, watching Xu Pingtao with expressions of anticipation.

Xu Pingtao, disregarding the fact that he was still in front of a junior, immediately surrendered.

“I said, I said, you can’t kick people out.”

Xu Pingtao said to Shen Wancheng, "Actually, it's not that I'm deliberately keeping you in suspense. I do know where this Ms. Lan lives, but if you go to her, she may not see you. As far as I know, apart from regular customers like our mansion who come every year, Ms. Lan basically doesn't take any more orders."

Shen Yao asked, "Why? Are you getting old?"

Shen Wancheng also said, "This kind of traditional craft is usually passed down to apprentices when Ms. Lan gets old."

"I don't know about that. She only makes cheongsams for women, so I naturally didn't bother to find out the details."

Shen Wancheng still insisted, "Grandpa, please tell me Ms. Lan's address. We'll have to try to see if it works."

Xu Pingtao couldn't help but probe again, "What do you want to try?"

Shen Wancheng blinked. "I won't tell you."

Xu Pingtao pointed at Shen Wancheng and wagged his finger, "Little fox."

Shen Wancheng smiled and said, "Old fox, you're no less impressive."