She Lost Memory Before the Divorce Chapter 252

Chapter 252: Chapter 0252: Many Worries for Those Who Disturb My Heart (2) Chapter 252: Chapter 0252: Many Worries for Those Who Disturb My Heart (2) Mu Lan took the initial design draft to Luo Ning, who alternated between frowning and sighing, appearing hesitant as if she had much to say but did not know where to begin.

“If there is anything you are unsatisfied with, please feel free to speak out.”

Mu Lan tried to keep her tone calm, but inside, she had already criticized numerous times; she did not like this kind of hesitance.

“I can't quite put my finger on what's wrong, but it just doesn't strike me. Maybe I gave you too little time?

I'm sorry, Miss Mu, I'm just an impatient person.”

With such a polite attitude, even if Mu Lan wanted to say something, she had no way to start.

“No worries, feel free to discuss any design elements you have in mind. This is just a draft, and it can be changed.”

Upon hearing this, Luo Ning immediately showed great happiness.

“That would be wonderful. I hope it can be more flattering to the figure, and I also dislike this neckline design, as well as the position of this waistline–it's too common.

I'm sorry, am I being too direct? I tend to speak my mind quickly and sometimes don't think before I speak; please don't take it to heart.”

Mu Lan truly did not expect someone of Luo Ning's caliber to resort to such low tactics.

“Not at all, this is very normal communication. If there are other areas that need improvement, feel free to mention them, Miss Luo.”

Luo Ning did not expect Mu Lan to be so easy-going, and she smiled slightly.

“Not for now.”

What a 'for now'–this meant it was uncertain if there would be more to say later.

“Alright, if there are no other issues, then I'll head back to the studio.”

Just as she was about to get up and leave, Luo Ning spoke up, inviting her to stay:
“Miss Mu, why the rush? I just got some new coffee; how about we try it together?”

Mu Lan declined politely:
“Thank you for your kind offer, Miss Luo, but I have other work to attend to and cannot stay long.”

Luo Ning did not say much and had the butler escort her out.

After leaving Pei Zhao's manor, even the usually taciturn Yun Xi couldn't help but remind Mu Lan.

“Miss Mu, she was clearly making things difficult on purpose just now.”

Mu Lan leaned back in the back seat and closed her eyes to rest.

“This deal is not easy to handle. If she were wise, she would know better than to focus on me.

Three strikes and you're out. I will give her one more chance, but if it's the same next time, then I will give up on this order.”

Yun Xi felt somewhat relieved to hear this.

The two returned to the studio, where Tang Xin hurried over to complain to Mu Lan.

“Boss Mu, the person in charge at Shengshi Department Store said if it's convenient today, we could discuss the store lease.”

“Good, tell them we can meet this afternoon.”

Mu Lan felt slightly relieved. She had picked out several store locations, all of which she liked very much, including one on the first floor of Shengshi Department Store.

Generally, prime spots on the first floor of such high-end malls are reserved for top luxury brands, but recently, due to certain reasons, a major brand's sub-brand had pulled out of the Shengshi Department Store, and Mu Lan immediately seized the opportunity to open her first store there.

However, she had underestimated the situation; as a part of Shengshi Enterprise, the terms they provided for negotiation were nothing short of draconian.

“Miss Mu, you've seen the size of the shop, and the brands on either side of you, one is LV and the other Hermes. With such prime shops, the price is really a steal,” was stated.

A steal? Low rent with a fifty percent profit margin was nothing short of robbery.

Although she didn't expect the first store to bring in a substantial revenue, was this supposed to be considered a good deal when it seemed she had 'sucker' written on her forehead?

“I don't consider it a good deal at all. LV and Hermes each have their own fixed consumer base, which won't bring me any legitimate foot traffic.

If you think this could give others the illusion that my brand is on the same level as top luxury brands, then I think you are underestimating your high-end customers.

Shopping has become more transparent nowadays, and consumers might know more about luxury, high-end, and top-tier brands than I do.

No mall would offer such low rent with a fifty percent profit share,” she rebutted.

The other party didn't expect Mu Lan to be so knowledgeable. Odd, weren't they dealing with a novice who should have quickly signed the contract to boost their brand's prestige?

“Oh, Miss Mu, you're wrong to think that way. You understand the importance of first impressions, and having your store among these others…”

“Are you suggesting that by placing Adidas next to Adidas King they become one and the same brand?

If I wanted to take shortcuts, exporting to import would be much quicker, far easier than choosing a shop here.”

Mu Lan seriously wondered if these people really thought they could easily swindle others into signing a contract with just a slick tongue. It was an eye-opener for her.

Clearly, the Shengshi representative didn't expect Mu Lan to be so shrewd and was momentarily lost for words.

“Then, Miss Mu, if you find our proposal unsatisfactory, you can suggest your own terms, so we can discuss this properly,” came the suggestion.

Mu Lan glanced at him.

“Low rent plus a twenty-five percent profit.”

She halved the profit margin with a single comment, which was quite a bold move. The other party quietly started sweating.

“This… Miss Mu, isn't that too low? You must realize that the Shengshi Department Store isn't just any mall in Sea City, it's famous throughout the country and even in Asia,” they argued.

Mu Lan calmly interrupted.

“Even the most famous malls need to be reasonable. I'm aware of the brands that previously left, and the retail sector isn't doing well right now. In the past two years, apart from Starlight Mall in Imperial Capital, the sales elsewhere haven't been satisfactory.”

“This…”

“If you think it's unsatisfactory, then don't force a cooperation with us,” she declared.

Sheng Xueqin appeared in front of Mu Lan, her heels clicking dominantly as she came.

“President Sheng, why have you come?”

“I should let you bully others? Since when has Shengshi Department Store fallen so low that any Tom, Dick, or Harry could get in?”

Her words brimmed with sarcasm. Yet, Mu Lan showed no sign of irritation. She was here to do business, not waste time bickering.

“Miss Sheng, if you felt my brand wasn't qualified, you could have decided earlier. There was no need to have your people invite me here to say such things.

After all, it's your people at Shengshi who end up looking bad,” she said nonchalantly.

Sheng Xueqin's gaze was as sharp as a cold knife looking at Mu Lan.

Lately, she had been receiving a lot of blowbacks at the company and was looking for an outlet. She couldn't believe her subordinates dared to negotiate such a brand admission.

How did a third-rate domestic brand even think about being lodged between luxury brands like LV and Hermes? Who gave her the courage?

“There was just a mistake in my subordinates' work. What astonishes me is that you really think you could take that shop, haha… Miss Mu, your confidence is indeed grand!”

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