Reborn Troops

Zhou Wanwan sat in her small jewelry shop, looking at the bustling streets outside the window, her heart was confused.

To break the deadlock, she decided to try some new ideas.

Recently, she has become obsessed with crystal slippers, those sparkling, crystal clear shoes that seem to bring people into a fairy tale world.

"Wanwan, are you looking at those crystal slippers again?"

Qianqian pushed the door open and walked in, with a hint of teasing in her voice. Qianqian was Zhou Wanwan's best friend and her most trusted advisor.

"Yes, Qianqian, don't you think these crystal slippers are beautiful?" Zhou Wanwan raised her head, her eyes flashing with excitement.

Qianqian shook her head, walked to the counter, picked up a crystal slipper and examined it carefully. "It's beautiful, but do you think it can be sold?"

"Of course!" Zhou Wanwan said confidently, "Look, these crystal slippers are so eye-catching. Wearing them and walking on the street, you will definitely be the focus."

Qianqian sighed, put down her slippers, and sat opposite Zhou Wanwan.

"Wanwan, I know you want to be innovative, but these crystal slippers are flashy and not practical at all. You have to think about why customers buy jewelry? For beauty, but more importantly, for practicality."

Zhou Wanwan frowned, feeling a little unconvinced. "But, Qianqian, don't you think these crystal slippers are special? They can bring a dreamy feeling."

"Fantasy?" Qianqian sneered, "Wanwan, you are dreaming. The reality is that customers will not pay for fantasy. What they need is something real."

Zhou Wanwan was silent. She knew Qianqian was right, but she still felt unwilling.

She picked up a crystal slipper and gently stroked the cool surface, as if she was caressing her dreams.

"Wanwan, you have to wake up." Qianqian's voice sounded again, "You have to find something that can really attract customers, not these flashy things."

Zhou Wanwan raised her head, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes. "Qianqian, I know you are doing this for my own good, but I still want to try."

Qianqian shook her head helplessly and stood up.

"Okay, Wanwan, since you've made up your mind, I won't say much. But you have to remember that reality is cruel. Don't let yourself get too deeply involved."

Zhou Wanwan nodded and watched Qianqian leave. She knew Qianqian was right, but she still wanted to fight for her dream.

In the next few days, Zhou Wanwan began to promote her crystal slippers with all her strength.

She filled her store with various styles of crystal slippers and promoted them on social media.

However, reality gave her a heavy blow.

"Boss, how much are these crystal slippers?" a customer walked into the store and asked curiously.

"One thousand eight hundred and eighty-eight yuan." Zhou Wanwan replied with a smile.

The customer's eyes widened. "So expensive?"

"These are purely handmade crystal slippers, and each crystal is carefully selected." Zhou Wanwan explained.

The customer shook his head. "It's too expensive. I'd better look at something else."

Zhou Wanwan looked at the customer's back as he left and felt a sense of loss.

She knew that Qianqian's words had come true. Although these crystal slippers were beautiful, they were too expensive and could not be sold at all.

Zhou Wanwan sat in the store, looking at the glittering crystal slippers, feeling mixed emotions.

She knew that these flashy things alone would not be able to revive her jewelry store.

Just as she was lost in thought, her cell phone suddenly rang.

"Hello, Wanwan, this is Mr. Li." A familiar voice came from the other end of the phone. It was Mr. Li, the owner of a luxury store whom she met at a business party.

"Hello, Mr. Li, is there anything I can help you with?" Zhou Wanwan adjusted her mood and tried her best to make her voice sound calm.

"It's like this. I'm preparing for a new product launch recently, and I want to find some unique accessories to match our new products. I remember there are some very creative things in your store. I wonder if you are interested in cooperating?" There was a hint of anticipation in Mr. Li's voice.

Zhou Wanwan's eyes lit up. This was undoubtedly a great opportunity. "Mr. Li, you have a really good eye! I happen to have some newly designed jewelry here that will definitely match your new product perfectly."

"That's great, let's make an appointment to meet and discuss it in detail." Mr. Li's voice was filled with satisfaction.