Marcus simply smiled down at his tea cup, not offering a reply.
Millie, meanwhile, understood that Kai's request was for Marcus to invest in
developing Tea Mount further.
Observing Marcus’ noncommittal response, Kai wore a knowing smile.
“Mr, Thomas, please do stay here with your wife for a few more days. Should you
need anything, don't hesitate to ask,” he offered graciously.
Marcus offered a subtle nod, taking a sip of his tea.
“Thank you very much.”
Kai then rose, his voice filled with enthusiasm, “The meal is served. I've
specifically instructed the kitchen to prepare local specialties. Let's proceed to
dine.”
Together, the trio made their way to the dining room, where a large red round
table was laden with exquisite dishes. There, Millie met Kai's wife, who greeted
them warmly in a beautiful blue cheongsan.
“Mr. Thomas, Mrs, Thomas, please take your seats,” she beckoned.
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Millie thought to herself that Mrs. Bryant appeared to be a gentle and virtuous
re
Once seated, Kai encouraged them, “Help yourselves.”
Marcus reached for his fork, serving Millie a shrimp first.
“This is a local delicacy. It's fragrant. Give it a try
Witnessing this gesture, Kai and his wife exchanged smiles and teased, “Mr.
Thomas certainly has a fondness for Mrs. Thomas.”
Blushing, Millie felt a bit awkward but took a bite of the shrimp, which was infused
with the flavor of tea. It was her first time experiencing such a dish.
After the meal, Kai guided Marcus and Millie to the town.
Upon arrival, Millie was taken aback by the sight of many women donned in
various styles of cheongsam, exuding elegance like picturesque scenes. She
realized how perfectly tea and cheongsam complemented one another.
Mrs. Bryant, Leslie then explained with a smile, “This town is affectionately
known as Cheongsam Town. The local artisans are renowned for their dexterity
and skill in crafting cheongsam
That clarified why so many were adorned in such attire.
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“Mrs. Thomas, would you like to try
on a cheongsam?” Leslie inquired,
eyeing Millie's figure. Millie was not
overweight but rather shapely, and
Leslie believed she would look
stunning in a cheongsam. The
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Taken aback, Millie's gaze shifted to
a shop nearby selling cheongsam.
The garments were undoubtedly
beautiful, and she felt a twinge of
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Marcus glanced at Millie,
encouragingly suggesting, “Why not
give it a try?” He couldn't help but
remember the first time he saw her in
a cheongsam on their wedding day.
Despite his anger at the time, he had
been astonished to see her
descending the stairs toward him in
that red cheongsam. Millie's eyes
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“I'LL accompany you to choose one, It will surely look wonderful on you,” Leslie
reassured, taking Millie’s hand and leading her into a nearby cheongsam shop.
The shelves were filled with an array of cheongsams, leaving Millie somewhat
dazzled.