Siheyuan: Xu Damao's New Life

The silk shop and the tavern were close, so Xu Damao did not choose to ride, but walked side by side with Chen Xueru. At this time, the silk shop had implemented a public-private partnership system. Chen Xueru was a powerful figure! She was not only the owner of this silk shop, but also the private manager here.

Back then, when this silk shop first opened, it was really high-end! The shop was filled with all kinds of exquisite silk, brocade and other precious fabrics, which only the rich and powerful could afford.

However, as time went by, the silk and satin shops gradually began to transform! They gradually added some relatively affordable fabrics suitable for ordinary people to wear. Sometimes they would also sell some ready-made clothes, but after all, it was not their main business.

If we talk about the most famous things about Chen Xueru's Silk Shop, it has to be the excellent craftsmanship of their tailors and the high-end fabrics that make people salivate! These are unmatched by other shops.

"What kind of clothes does Brother Damao want to customize?" Chen Xueru asked.

"I want to customize some for myself and my wife. I'll order a few Zhongshan suits, and a few cotton cheongsams and cotton jackets for my wife." Xu Damao said.

"Then let me measure your size. Do you know your wife's size?" Chen Xueru said as she picked up a tape measure and started measuring Xu Damao's size. A clerk next to her was taking notes with a pen and paper.

As Chen Xueru measured him, she thought to herself, "Tsk tsk, I've been in this business for so many years, and Brother Xu's figure is the best I've ever seen. He's definitely the type that looks thin when dressed and voluptuous when undressed. He has broad shoulders and back, a thin waist and long legs. He's simply a natural clothes rack. I don't know whose girl got such a good deal."

After a while, Xu Damao had measured the dimensions, and he also reported Lou Xiao'e's dimensions. After all, he had measured them personally, and based on his experience, there was basically no possibility of error.

The next step was to choose fabrics. There were only a few types of fabrics in this era, especially men's clothes, which were monotonous in color. Xu Damao chose a black suit, a gray suit, and a brown suit for himself, so that he could rotate them. However, he did not intend to make a Zhongshan suit in the current style, but to make a modified version of the youth suit style of later generations.

The changes to the youth Zhongshan suit are not major, with only some adjustments made to the collar, pockets, openings and back structure. It is less solemn and dignified, more youthful and vigorous, and more suitable for young people to wear.

Xu Damao also selected four sets of clothes for Lou Xiaoe, two cotton cheongsams, two cotton jackets and pants. The fabrics were basically the current popular colors, but the quality was better. Of course, Xu Damao would not favor one over the other. The style of the cheongsam was also a modified version, incorporating some Western elements, which could better highlight the body curves and the dignified and elegant temperament. However, this cheongsam was only worn in the past few years when it was still relatively loose. Later, both men's and women's clothing tended to be unified.

"Manager Chen, I have made some improvements to the styles of Zhongshan suits and cheongsams. Can I draw them and you can make them accordingly?" Xu Damao asked.

"Of course you can, but Brother Damao, have you really changed the style of the clothes? You should know that you can't change it randomly." Chen Xueru asked with a little doubt.

"Don't worry." Xu Damao took a pen and paper and started to draw a detailed blueprint, which took him more than half an hour to complete. Of course, this was not Xu Damao's own ability, but he just drew according to the blueprint he exchanged from the system.

Chen Xueru, who was standing next to him, stared at the drawings Xu Damao drew, her eyes lit up as she looked at them. Chen Xueru had been engaged in tailoring for many years, and her level in this field was very high. She could tell at a glance that the drawings Xu Damao drew were not simple. She really didn't expect Xu Damao to have such skills.

As soon as Xu Damao finished drawing all the drawings, Chen Xueru couldn't wait to grab them, staring at them with shining eyes, as if her eyes were glued to them.

"Brother Damao, your modification of this drawing is really a stroke of genius! The Zhongshan suit you designed is tailor-made for young people. It not only retains the classic elements of the traditional Zhongshan suit, but also incorporates the design concept of fashion trends, which is eye-catching. And that new cheongsam is even more unique. It perfectly outlines the graceful figure of women and shows the femininity and elegance of women to the fullest. To be honest, I just can't put this new cheongsam down. Brother Damao, how about this, just give me the drawing, anyway, you can come to me to make clothes in the future. Moreover, I will directly give you the clothes you picked for free! How about it?" Chen Xueru looked at Xu Damao with anticipation, her eyes revealing her love and desire for the two drawings.

It is obvious that she has realized the potential value of these two works - not only can they enhance the popularity and reputation of her own store, but she may also be able to meet some dignitaries and expand her personal network with the help of these novel and unique clothes. The power of pillow talk is not small.

Xu Damao's mouth corners slightly raised, revealing a barely perceptible smile. He slowly took out a Daqianmen cigarette from his pocket, and then skillfully lit it with the exquisite Zippo brass lighter in his hand. As the flame ignited, Xu Damao took a deep puff of the cigarette, and then gently blew out a smoke ring. Then, he shook his wrist, and there was a crisp "ding" sound, and the lid of the lighter closed with a pleasant metallic sound.

"Do you think I'm someone who's short of money?" Xu Damao said nonchalantly, but his eyes were always fixed on Chen Xueru. In fact, this lighter was not his own, but he had previously thought that using matches to light a fire was too cheap, so he stole it from Manager Xu of the Trust Store. However, he had to admit that this thing was really useful, and it was quite stylish to show it off.

"Then consider that sister owes you a big favor. As long as you come to buy clothes, sister will buy them all for free." Chen Xueru also spent a lot of money.

Xu Damao was well-off, and thought it would be a good deal to use these two blueprints to exchange for a favor from Chen Xueru. Who knows, he could even ask her to come and help him look after his business someday. After thinking it over, he agreed: "Okay, Sister Xueru, for your sake, this is settled. When can I pick up the clothes?"

"I told them to give priority to the brothers first, and it will be completed next week."

"Okay, it's settled. Sister Xueru, I have something else to do, so I'll leave first." After saying this, Xu Damao was about to walk out.

"Hey, how about I treat you to dinner, brother?" Chen Xueru said softly, with a hint of anticipation in her eyes.

After hearing this, Xu Damao's heart was moved. He knew what this meal meant, but at the moment he did have something important to do. Looking at Chen Xueru's sincere eyes, he hesitated for a moment, and then replied: "Sister Xueru, I'm so sorry, I really have something to do today. Next time, I will definitely accompany you for dinner when I have time."

In fact, if Xu Damao had not been worried about someone delivering furniture and antiques to him at 7 o'clock in the evening, he might have agreed to it. After all, he also wanted to get Chen Xueru on board.

Chen Xueru seemed to notice Xu Damao's embarrassment. She smiled slightly and nodded to show her understanding. Although she felt a little disappointed, she did not force him. She just said lightly, "Okay, let's make an appointment next time."

Xu Damao looked at Chen Xueru's departing back, and a complex emotion surged in his heart. He sighed secretly, turned around and walked towards his destination.