Chapter 106

Because...

The price was so high that it felt unreal to her.

The endorsement fee of six million was settled in the currency of Great Xia, which would jump directly to one hundred million in the currency of Island Nation. That would be enough to buy a decent apartment in Tokyo, equivalent to thirty years' salary for an average office worker.

All she had to do was shoot an advertisement and give a few interviews, with incredibly short working hours, and she could earn the wealth that most people could only earn in a lifetime.

Kiriwake Yayoi was overjoyed. She could finally repay her parents who had always silently supported her, finally have the ability to renovate her dilapidated home in Hokkaido, and finally confidently tell her younger sister, "Look, your older sister is now a successful idol who can earn a lot of money."

On the other hand, she was also very anxious and confused.

Although she knew the Entertainment Industry environment in Great Xia, where artists had high status and earning power, she didn't think she deserved to pay such an expensive fee.

Moreover, and it might sound a bit sentimental, she believes that the joy she can give her fans is far from commensurate with her ability to monetize the business. If a fan were to order or purchase this wedding dress because of her, she might even feel a subtle sense of guilt.

This isn't because she thinks the product is bad; it's just that she doesn't believe she should have that kind of guiding influence.

The fundamental reason why Kiriwake Yayoi has such an awkward mindset is that she became famous too quickly and didn't have many opportunities to understand the outside world and truly realize her current level of popularity.

On the other hand, for both brands and celebrities, choosing spokespeople and accepting endorsements requires selecting the best among the best. A series of complex screening processes are just the beginning. Even after a cooperative relationship is established, it is necessary to maintain the relationship and conduct ongoing risk assessments.

After all... it's all too common in the Chinese Entertainment Industry celebrities to have their public image ruined, face the withdrawal of numerous endorsements, be sued for compensation, or have their endorsed products fail miserably, backfiring on them.

However, the power behind "Flash Dance" is too great, fast-forwarding through all the steps, simplifying a very troublesome and complicated matter until she only needs to sign a document and shoot an advertisement to receive a large sum of money, thus reinforcing the illusion of "getting something for nothing".

Therefore, Little Sakura read very carefully, wishing she could memorize every single word on the document.

As for Chu Yuanqing...

This retired Savior is already practicing [Flow State] shorthand.

Unlike Kiriwake Yayoi, she is required to endorse three products. Although they are all brands of a Grand Duke, the styles and design concepts of the products, as well as the spirit they want to express and the direction of their promotion, are all different.

Time passed, and we walked in silence.

The RV arrived at the city's coastal area 90 minutes later.

The driver went to park the car.

Lin Jiu then led the two into a seaside villa.

This is a temporary rental provided by the brand for their accommodation. All the products they are going to endorse were moved here in advance and displayed inside for the photoshoot.

The wedding dress occupies the largest area.

These pure white wedding dresses, some solemn and others delicate, were displayed on mannequins in a spacious room. The lace and satin shimmered like mist in the light, and the sheer fabrics swayed and sparkled with the sea breeze blowing in from the windows, creating an atmosphere of extraordinary sanctity.

On the counters deep inside, there were unopened jewelry boxes, along with brand gifts and magazines.

The guitar case sat alone in the corner, not yet covered in dust.

Lin Jiu explained somewhat apologetically:

"Normally, the brand would customize two wedding dresses in advance based on your body measurements, one for the photoshoot and one as a gift."

"But Flashdance only reached an agreement with us a week ago, so there wasn't enough time to make custom-made items. We could only roughly bring over a few items that were close in size."

"However, after filming this advertisement, the company will permanently reserve the right to have a custom-made wedding dress for you once."

Chu Yuanqing gave an awkward but polite smile.

Custom-made? You're kidding! After filming this ad, she'll never wear a wedding dress again!

Kiriwake Yayoi a flutter in her heart; a custom-made wedding dress is a romantic dream for many girls.

But in that instant, another related question popped into her mind.

If one day I were to have a wedding dress custom-made, for whom would it be worn?

--Chu Yuanqing's face appeared in my mind.

Kiriwake Yayoi hurriedly shook him off. She pursed her lips, her innocent eyes filled with mist, and her cheeks were tinged with a light pink from rouge. She forced herself to maintain a calm demeanor.

Xiao Qing, Xiao Qing is just her good friend.

Besides... since she was so reluctant to endorse wedding dresses before, maybe she's actually quite averse to same-sex relationships?

Kiriwake Yayoi thought of this, a wave of emptiness and bitterness washed over her. As she pondered this emotion, she felt somewhat bewildered by this instinctive reaction. She then tried her best not to think too much and looked at Lin Jiu, who was checking the wedding dress.

The designer picked out two wedding dresses and said:

"The dressing room is next door. They have lingerie that's perfect for wearing under your wedding dress. Go try it on and see if the size fits."

--The classic fitting room.

Chu Yuanqing rationally allowed Little Sakura to go first.

Although the design of this wedding dress series uses unusual tailoring techniques to create a sense of solemnity, it abandons the heavy Burdens layering and is positioned as a light wedding dress, which is much more convenient to wear. So, not long after, the other party came out of the fitting room.

Kiriwake Yayoi walked over, she slightly lifted the hem of her skirt. The curves of her chest were clearly visible through the crisp fabric. Her collarbone, shoulder line, and even a hint of cleavage that was only partially revealed were all a visual treat. Her slightly loose, pure white sleeves complemented the curves of her chest.

The girl now gives off a very unfamiliar feeling. She seems to have stepped out of a temple in Greek mythology, clean and pure. Her wedding dress, with its simple design, is like an extended strapless Roman skirt. The wavy fabric rubs against the carpet and sways gently with the sea breeze.

However, the skirt's design is not a closed loop; it is deliberately cut to one-third of the way down the thigh, allowing the wearer to see her fair and full legs when walking, which visually lengthens her body proportions. Combined with the floor-length skirt that flows like ocean waves, it exudes a natural sexiness within its pure and innocent charm.

Kiriwake Yayoi her head slightly. It was the first time she had worn such a formal and expensive dress, and she seemed a little awkward. She turned around somewhat unsure of herself, then looked back and asked:

"Xiao Qing, how are you feeling?"

Chu Yuanqing sincerely praised:

"Yes, it's beautiful. You can be more confident, Yayoi."

Even though she had seen the wedding dress that Yayoi was going to endorse beforehand, the effect when Yayoi actually wore it still exceeded her original expectations.

Lin Jiu clearly shared the same thought, but her gaze was more professional, focusing primarily on whether the waistline fit properly and where adjustments could be made. After circling Kiriwake Yayoi a few times, she finally offered her praise:

"Great results, Ms. Kirimi. You're very good at managing your figure, but it looks like you could tighten your waist a bit more."

"Your posture still needs some improvement. You don't seem very used to wearing high heels, so please get used to it today. Also, this wedding dress needs a relaxed and carefree feel to bring out its best visual effect; you don't need to lift the hem when you walk."

Kiriwake Yayoi carefully absorbed the advice and began to awkwardly walk around the room like a little duck to get used to it. She had studied a little ballet and had a solid foundation in dance. At first, she was a bit clumsy, but after walking around a few times, she looked quite professional.

Chu Yuanqing wasn't too worried. She had excellent balance, so wearing high heels was like walking on stilts.

The girl walked into the dressing room with her wedding dress in her hand. She took a deep breath and slowly took off her short-sleeved shirt and trousers, leaving only a lingerie that could not cover her curves and skin, revealing her slender and beautiful body to the mirror.

--Pat.

Her slender fingers unhooked the bra as if playing with a Rubik's Cube, and the bra fell to the ground.

A trembling hand picked up the thin wedding dress, and it took a long time before she made a move.

Ten minutes later,

Chu Yuanqing walked straight out of the dressing room.

The girl's outfit was different from the former's; the overall texture was more transparent and soft, and the cut and splicing design was extremely bold. Through the interweaving of lace of different densities, a large number of see-through areas were created, allowing glimpses of delicate skin.

The skin of her long legs was almost partially exposed, and the parted skirt swayed slightly with each step, creating a hazy allure and beauty.

This design easily appears erotic and diminishes the sense of solemnity.

However, due to its excessive density, it resembles a painting technique that uses light and shadow. Combined with the high collar and fabric that wraps around the neck, the light gauze ribbon tied behind the neck, and the large amount of semi-transparent ethereal gauze, the overall effect is a light and dreamy aesthetic.

After Chu Yuanqing changed into this wedding dress, even without revealing her magical disguise, she still exuded a terrifying charm. Her temperament was both sacred and pure, so beautiful that she was like a fragile work of art. Just her presence made the blowing sea breeze gentle.

--That's a foul. Can you let Xiao Qing lock out this outfit?

Kiriwake Yayoi at it for a long time, unable to come back to her senses. Her mind was almost entirely filled with this craving. She subconsciously reached out her hand to it, as if making an invitation when taking vows in a church.

Chu Yuanqing was a little puzzled. The girl's gaze was pure and innocent. Without thinking much, she placed her hand on her, and her fingertips were gently grasped by the other girl.

The scene was solemn in the light, like an enduring painting.

Looking at the scene, Lin Jiu was suddenly inspired. As the sea breeze stirred the curtains, she captured this moment with her camera, whispering to herself:

"Ms. Kirimi, you seem to be getting a little too deeply involved."

But...

Since this person is such a precious yet deadly gem, perhaps there's nothing that can be done?

PS: 1,400 monthly tickets, 900 blades, gold treasure chests, and money from group members, the total word count owed is 46,000. I paid back 12,000 today, and still owe 34,000 (the reward is based on basic 4K updates).

P. S.: Sigh, writing about wedding dresses is so tiring. I researched for ages. Oh, and the bounty is closing tomorrow, so please use your monthly tickets if you still have any.

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Inside the villa,

Chu Yuanqing pursed her lips, suppressing her shame, and, wearing the solemn wedding dress that should have been worn in a church, walked around the room a few times, hand in hand with Little Sakura.

Suddenly, the sea breeze outside the window became strong.

The skirt around the girl's feet swayed violently, the dreamy lace fabric gently swaying like mist, wrapping around her beautiful leg curves and outlining her slender yet supple figure.

The interplay of light and shadow patterns against the delicate skin, along with the exposed calves and ankles, connects to the silver high heels, creating flowing lines and a hazy, alluring scene that is undeniably a bit too erotic.

As the fashion designer who designed a neodymium bronze wedding dress, Lin Jiu's sexual orientation was self-evident. However, when she looked at this scene, she was only slightly distracted at first before returning to her rational work state.

This is a light wedding dress. The original design was not intended for romance. The exposure of the legs and the ambiguity are only to create a contrast between solemnity and sexiness with the high-necked satin bodice that covers the neck, thus making it more eye-catching.

Even after she took off her undergarments and changed into the special lingerie to match the wedding dress, her fullness and shape were still amazing. So much so that even though the soft material of the light wedding dress and the fishtail boning design held her up perfectly, there was still a hint of fullness in her figure.

Simply put, the bust size wasn't a good fit, causing the curves to overshadow the bust.

That's not surprising, since the data provided by FlashDance was filled out by the contestants themselves a month ago, so some error is to be expected.

Moreover, given Chu Yuanqing's age, he is still in the rapid development stage of puberty.

Lin Jiu had the girl spin around a few times, and after a thorough examination, he commented:

"It's a little tight around the chest, and the slit in your skirt should end at mid-thigh. You've probably grown a bit taller, but otherwise, there's nothing wrong."

"Miss Chu, would you please have Miss Wujian re-measure your physical data?"

After speaking, she took a measuring tape from her toolbox and handed it to the bewildered Little Sakura.

Kiriwake Yayoi looked at the soft ruler in her hand, her pretty face slowly flushed red. In an instant, shame, surprise, and a few subtle hints of desire surged up all at once, making her brain dizzy.

Huh? Taking Xiao Qing's measurements, doesn't that mean we'll be having super intimate contact?

It's important to understand that, putting everything else aside, bust measurement would definitely require a vacuum to be accurate, making it a one-sided and candid display of information.

Chu Yuanqing pondered for a moment, then withdrew his hand from Kiriwake Yayoi's side and politely took the measuring tape, interrupting her thoughts, and said:

"I can do it myself, it'll be quick."

After speaking, she asked Lin Jiu for paper and pen, then deftly stepped into the dressing room in her high heels, leaving behind the designer who had failed as a wingman and her dejected Little Idol.

Chu Yuanqing removed the upper part of her wedding dress, leaving her body naturally bare. She glanced at her reflection in the mirror, her fingertips weaving Magic Thread that resembled a measuring tape. Controlling these threads, she quickly obtained various measurements of her body, muttering to herself:

"Using magic to measure is indeed fast, but... is this body still growing naturally?"

"Theoretically speaking, my current form should be a lantern. I really don't understand Magical Girl."

Chu Yuanqing suppressed this thought, got dressed, wrote down her physical data on a piece of paper, walked out of the dressing room, and handed it to Lin Jiu.

Lin Jiu glanced at it and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration:

"Yes, 164 centimeters, you have indeed grown a bit taller. With this height, your body measurements are close to the perfect golden ratio. If you are not interested in becoming an idol in the future, you can apply to me. I guarantee I will give you the best treatment."

Before the designer could finish speaking, she was met with Kiriwake Yayoi Kirimi's cherry-pink eyes. She felt a powerful mental pressure and silently changed the subject, continuing:

"Oh, right, you and Ms. Kirimi, you can take off your wedding dresses now. I'll go and alter them right away, and then have you try them on to see if they fit."

After saying that, she quickly packed the two wedding dresses and went into the workshop next door.

Chu Yuanqing breathed a sigh of relief, tugged at the light gauze that was scattered on the ground like clouds and mist, and couldn't wait to walk into the dressing room to change out of the limited edition wedding dress skin.

Then, she sat upright on the outdoor sofa and continued reading the materials she hadn't yet memorized.

After regretting her foolish reaction for a while, Little Sakura finally got into the zone and together they began to seriously prepare for the interview.

Time passed quickly, and after confirming the size of the wedding dress, trying on the necklace, and learning how to hold the guitar, it was already eight o'clock in the evening.

Because of the requirements of "Flash Dance," electronic devices connected to the internet could not be used during the filming of the endorsement. The two of them decided to go to the villa's gym and, using yoga mats and some equipment, practiced their basic skills as usual.

Kiriwake Yayoi finally got a real chance to be alone with Chu Yuanqing.

She started to strike up a conversation, tirelessly bringing up topics, becoming somewhat clingy, as if her desire to share and explore, which had been pent up for over a decade, was being rekindled when she was alone with him.