Chapter 366

Chapter 366: A New Client

Lin Mo was just about to call Qi Fei when he heard a voice behind him say, “Lin Mo, how long have you been here? Ah, it’s just nine o’clock, you’re quite punctual today, aren’t you?”

This “progress” referred to the last time they participated in the cosplay of the Divine Battle Squad, when Qi Fei found him dawdling in an alley and almost made him late.

“Hehe, I just arrived!” Lin Mo turned around, wearing a calm smile. He saw Qi Fei stepping out from “Dragoon” and felt slightly surprised, “What are you doing in there?”

It seemed she had been inside all along and only came out at the scheduled time, meaning she must have been here earlier.

“This is a project I recently took on. See? From store design to renovation, including plumbing, masonry, carpentry, and supervision—my company handled it all. We finished up the other day and cleaned up yesterday, and now I’m here to do the site inspection and verify the billing, aiming to secure sixty percent of the project funds.” Qi Fei seemed very pleased to see Lin Mo arrive on time.

“President Qi Fei, Mr. Bao has arrived,” came the voice of her assistant, Yang Zhenwen, from not far away.

Qi Fei was about to say more to Lin Mo when she turned her gaze towards the entrance of the jewelry store, where Yang Zhenwen stood with a middle-aged man in a light-colored casual suit and a neat haircut.

“Wasn’t Mr. Bao supposed to meet here at ten-thirty? He’s here so early! Is he trying to catch me off guard? These officials are so unreliable, they don’t even consider people’s work schedules,” Qi Fei complained in a voice only Lin Mo could hear.

“Don’t worry about me. You go ahead and take care of things. I’ll just wander around nearby,” Lin Mo said with a knowing smile. Compared to their last meeting, the girl had completely devoted herself to her work, something that resulted from her efforts and perhaps some fortunate opportunities.

“Lin Mo, I’m sorry, but this person is an important client for my next project—a vice president from a five-star hotel, here for an on-site inspection. If I can secure him, my company will have work lined up for this fourth quarter. Why don’t you explore this jewelry store while I finish up? I’ll join you shortly,” Qi Fei quickly explained.

Before Lin Mo could respond, Qi Fei turned with a bright smile, as if her earlier complaints had never happened.

In the blink of an eye, she transformed from a lively girl into a savvy and capable professional woman, a significant change that surprised him.

As Qi Fei walked towards the stainless steel-framed revolving glass door of “Dragoon,” she exclaimed loudly, “Mr. Bao, you’re here so early! It’s a fortunate surprise. Let me take you inside. This is another major project from our Moonlit Lotus Design Center this semester. You can trust our company’s capabilities; I won’t just talk the talk, and I’m sure you’ll be satisfied.”

In her casual yet smooth manner, Qi Fei dissolved any lingering displeasure while inadvertently omitting the “vice” in Mr. Bao’s title. Over the past months, Lin Mo’s university classmate had clearly learned a lot from her experiences.

“Yes, I’ve reviewed the draft of the intent agreement and the formal contract with our lawyer. There are basically no issues. As long as I’m satisfied with your work, we can sign right away. I have a meeting later this afternoon, so I’m here to finalize things,” said Bao Baoqiu, the vice president preparing to open the Tianhai Hotel, adjusting his black-framed glasses. The big boss, Ma Haiyao, placed enormous importance on the hotel’s renovation; innovative internal decoration and quality would greatly impact business after the hotel opened.

Moreover, the hotel would feature facilities such as karaoke, card rooms, a bar, and a fitness center, all requiring comprehensive planning. They needed to find a professional design company that understood how to create and shape a brand.

Mr. Bao’s comments clearly indicated that Moonlit Lotus had done a lot of groundwork, with only the final signature needed to secure the project. Perhaps he even carried intention agreements and contracts from other design companies in his briefcase.

“No problem. Our team has visited the hotel site for inspections and has already scanned the building’s blueprints into the computer. Once the intent agreement is signed, we can produce a rough draft within a week. As long as the theme and style are confirmed, detailed revisions can be completed within another two weeks, whether it’s floor plans or 3D renderings, ensuring the most complete and detailed information. We can even create a model, but for that we’ll need 30 days after finalizing the draft. During this time, we’ll also provide a complete construction budget list, down to the cost and quantity of every single nail. Rest assured, our Moonlit Lotus has collaborated with international Fortune 500 companies and numerous well-known domestic enterprises; our reputation precedes us.”

Qi Fei’s focus on capturing the crucial profits and emphasizing her company’s efficiency and strengths showcased her desire to secure this project.

Unlike when they first opened, only capable of producing designs, Moonlit Lotus had now not only evolved to complete planning and design work but also amassed a group of experienced contractors and supervisors. Utilizing meticulously crafted design plans, they could make whatever existed on paper come to life, highlighting the client’s brand concept in every detail.

From design to construction acceptance, the hotel would naturally prefer a one-stop solution; it saved effort and ensured peace of mind—not needing to find a design company and then engage in the trouble of selecting a construction team.

If any trouble arose, the design company and construction team would likely push responsibility onto one another, one blaming the execution for being inadequate while the other saying the design was impractical, making the hotel the unfortunate party caught in the middle, having to endure additional costs for each delayed day.

At that moment, all competitors, whether they started early or late, were waiting by the finish line for their fate to unfold.

Arriving early at “Dragoon,” Qi Fei, as the company owner, naturally joined the project’s construction leader and designers to meticulously inspect every detail inside the store.

As a complex and elaborate renovation project, the countless small details made it normal for some oversights to occur. However, with a woman’s attention to detail combined with a business owner’s sense of responsibility, Qi Fei demanded that the construction leader document all issues on site, writing down correction plans and deadlines.

This proactive enthusiasm and wholeheartedly client-focused attitude impressed those at “Dragoon.” Attention to detail determined success, and an earnest attitude shaped destiny. The rapid growth of Moonlit Lotus Design Center was undoubtedly linked to Qi Fei’s dedication.

Lin Mo wandered into the jewelry store designed and renovated by Qi Fei, passing the time while admiring the environment.

The lighting inside was not only bright but also soft. The store had clearly undergone meticulous cleaning, with both the floor and the display windows spotless—there wasn’t a single fingerprint to be seen. Everything was luxuriously clear and radiant.

This transparency showcased the exquisite jewelry flawlessly.

The store layout seemed to adopt a museum-style display, presenting a perfect fusion of Persian aesthetics and classical Chinese elements.

This was evidently the unique creativity of the Moonlit Lotus Design Center. Understanding cultural traditions is one thing, while imitating and fusing different styles is another matter entirely. It requires a profound design skill to blend and integrate diverse styles.

Such fusion might only occasionally be seen in the history of the Tang Dynasty, where Persian and Chinese cultures intersected. One couldn’t help but commend the designer’s unique ingenuity.

Occupying roughly six hundred square meters, the array of display counters and showcase tables was beautifully arranged, effectively utilizing every inch of space while harmonizing with the lighting overhead. It also allowed for future adjustments, as consumers’ ever-changing preferences often made them impatient with uniform store images.

Most counters in the store remained empty, yet the lighting still illuminated the shelves with a stunning array of gleaming colors, making the shelves appear as treasures rather than empty space. A few showcased gems, such as rubies, emeralds, tourmalines, and Lapis Lazuli, ranged from rustic in their raw form to exquisitely crafted finished pieces.

Even with a layer of high-strength bulletproof glass protecting them, it couldn’t mask the luxury and opulence these showcased items exuded.

The staff assisting customers in selecting their favorite jewelry pieces were not called salespeople or consultants but had a specialized title: jewelry image consultants.

More than a dozen jewelry image consultants, regardless of gender, wore tailored, intricately crafted custom uniforms. Apart from their beautifully crafted name tags that resembled jewelry, it was hard to believe these were the individuals helping customers purchase jewelry.

The tall security guard didn’t seem to be a special forces soldier or a bodyguard as many might imagine, but rather a part of a dedicated anti-theft unit. His sharp eyes could effortlessly discern genuine customers from those with ill intentions, and he was adept at swiftly disarming any would-be criminals.

All of this was the result of the Moonlit Lotus Design Center’s work. Aspiring to be a top 4A advertising agency, Moonlit Lotus provided “Dragoon” a comprehensive, meticulous brand image plan.

At this point, it was clear that "Dragoon’s" choice was undoubtedly the right one.