An 80s female translator was spoiled rotten by a rough and jealous man.

Chapter 31 Freshmen
On the bus, Meng Youyou sat in the back row this time.

She seemed a little awkward, and after hesitating for a while, she finally found an excuse to whisper in Zhou Xiaobei's ear, "Xiaobei, you're going to the newspaper office tomorrow. Let's go shopping together and see if there are any clothes suitable for work. Your current clothes are all student-style, not formal enough."

Zhou Xiaobei's reaction surprised Meng Youyou. She readily agreed: "Okay, Sister Meng, I've been saving the scholarship I received at school. I can use it to buy clothes."

Meng Youyou nodded and didn't say anything more.

……

The women's clothing section on the third floor of the mall.

This was Meng Youyou's first time visiting a department store since she transmigrated to this world, and everything in front of her was incredibly novel to her.

The floor is made of patterned terrazzo, which has been mopped very clean and has a slight sheen. In some places, you can see small cracks left by the passage of time.

The walls were all painted a light pink, and the ceiling was decorated with simple plaster moldings, with only a few slightly mottled marks in the corners.

Most of the clothes hangers are made of metal with retro patterns, and they are hung with colorful women's clothing.

The mannequins displayed at the store entrance have round faces and fluffy hair.

The dazzling array of goods and displays instantly captivated Meng Youyou, making her feel like a country bumpkin visiting the city for the first time. She excitedly grabbed Xiao Bei's hand and started browsing.

She completely forgot that the only hundred yuan she had in her pocket was borrowed from someone else to buy Xiao Bei a work outfit.

While these clothes may not be considered particularly fashionable overall, they have an authentic retro vibe, and with proper styling, the results will not disappoint.

It wasn't until she actually stood in front of the rows of shelves that Meng Youyou's excitement gradually cooled down, and she remembered that her main task for the day was to buy clothes for Xiao Bei.

Meng Youyou, who has always been quite confident in her aesthetic sense and even once called herself a "fashion expert," carefully examined Zhou Xiaobei for half a minute, analyzed her temperament and style, and began to immerse herself in the process of matching outfits.

A beige shirt paired with a khaki straight skirt creates a gentle and feminine look.

A navy blue fitted dress that exudes competence.

A black suit exudes confidence and presence.

After Meng Youyou had Zhou Xiaobei try on all three outfits, the one that stood out stood out. Meng Youyou found it difficult to choose, but thought they all suited Xiaobei perfectly.

So he suggested, "Why don't you buy all three sets? You look great in all of them, and they can basically handle most different work occasions."

When Zhou Xiaobei was trying on the clothes, she had secretly glanced at the price tags on them. Startled, she quickly put down the clothes, walked up to Meng Youyou, and whispered in her ear, "These clothes cost a total of 63.5 yuan. I can't afford so many. My scholarship only adds up to 25 yuan."

Meng Youyou responded softly, "I just had you try on more than just these three outfits. You calculated the total price of all three in one go, which means you really like them. Since you like them, then buy them all."

These clothes are not only good-looking, but also of good quality. Each piece can be worn for a long time, so the average daily cost is not that high.

The workplace is not like school; there are many snobbish people there. Buying these clothes can not only serve as clothing, but also give you a boost of confidence. You're only going to be a temporary worker anyway; otherwise, everyone will dare to bully and order you around.

I'll cover the cost for you first, and you can pay me back when you earn money. Like your teacher, I believe you will be successful in the future, so just accept the money for the clothes. I'm not worried about anyone paying me back.

As for your scholarship money, keep it for yourself. A girl working alone in a strange place shouldn't be without money.

Zhou Xiaobei was silent for a long time before solemnly saying, "Thank you! Sister Meng! I will!" Her voice was slightly choked but also resolute.

……

Huo Qingshan drove Zhou Xiaobei to Wang Suyun's house, and the group got out of the car downstairs.

Meng Youyou suggested that they take Xiao Bei upstairs, say hello to Teacher Wang, and then come downstairs, leaving Huo Qingshan to wait alone downstairs.

Teacher Wang led Xiao Bei to her guest room, told Xiao Bei to look around as she pleased, and then went to the kitchen to make tea.

Just then, Zhou Xiaobei grabbed Meng Youyou's hand and said somewhat shyly, "Sister Meng, I also have something to give you."

Meng Youyou was somewhat surprised: "What?"

Zhou Xiaobei walked to the bedside, opened her canvas backpack, and took out a set of... very beautiful... exquisitely made... traditional Sparrow ethnic clothing.

"Among the Sparrow tribe, elders prepare a formal traditional dress for their daughters to wear on their wedding day."

This was made for me by my grandmother before she passed away. My second sister also has a similar one, which she wore on her wedding day. It was quite beautiful, but I know she wasn't happy wearing it that day.

Sister Meng, today I want to give you this outfit, but not as a wedding dress. I want to give it a new and beautiful meaning.

In the history and culture of our peacock tribe, the peacock is regarded as a sacred animal. The peacock possesses nine virtues: loyalty, trustworthiness, respect, strength, gentleness, harmony, steadfastness, chastity, and obedience. It symbolizes the coexistence of beauty and talent, and is a symbol of vitality and resilience. I want to give this dress to you, who are both gentle and strong, yet possess undeniable power.

Meng Youyou was deeply moved and couldn't calm down for a long time. To be honest, she really liked the dress, but she still hesitated: "But this was left to you by your grandmother."

Zhou Xiaobei shook her head and smiled with relief: "This was made by Grandma for the Zhou Xiaobei of the past, not the Zhou Xiaobei of now. Sister Meng, do you know? This morning, the moment I stepped out of the house, nothing happened, it was just the most ordinary step, but I felt like I was reborn."

The girl's smile at this moment was dazzling. It was the most relaxed and unguarded smile Meng Youyou had ever seen Zhou Xiaobei, full of vibrant vitality.

Looking at her like this is like seeing endless possibilities.

……

The dress was so beautiful that Meng Youyou couldn't resist changing into it in Zhou Xiaobei's room, thinking that she wouldn't have a chance to wear it again after returning to the army.

Standing in front of the mirror, looking at myself from the left and right, then from the right and then from the left and then from the right, I admired myself for a full twenty minutes.

Oh...right, this process was accompanied by Zhou Xiaobei's continuous praise.

She completely forgot about the battalion commander who was still waiting for her downstairs.

Huo Qingshan, who was waiting silently downstairs: "..."

"Didn't you say you'd just go up, say hello, and then come down?"

Are you staying for dinner?

(End of this chapter)