Reborn Troops

"Well, this is safer." Qianqian nodded, "However, I suggest you don't rush to make too many. After all, this kind of design is relatively niche and the market demand may not be large."

"I understand. I will test it in small batches." Zhou Wanwan said.

The two chatted for a while, and Zhou Wanwan's mood became better and better.

She felt that she had finally found the direction, and as long as she followed Qianqian's plan, there should be no problem.

However, things did not go as smoothly as she had imagined.

A few days later, Zhou Wanwan took the finished samples to find Zhao Yunyun.

After seeing the sample, Zhao Yunyun did not show the expected surprise on her face, but frowned instead.

"Wanwan, these bracelets... don't seem to be what I want." Zhao Yunyun said.

"What's the difference?" Zhou Wanwan's heart tightened and she asked quickly.

"I can't really explain it, I just feel like something is missing." Zhao Yunyun picked up a bracelet.

After a closer look, "It has the snail shell element, but it lacks the texture of jewelry."

Zhou Wanwan stood at the door of Master Zhongshan's studio, took a deep breath, and knocked on the door gently.

A low "Come in" came from the door, and she pushed it open.

Master Zhongshan was seen sitting in front of a large wooden table, holding a carving knife in his hand, concentrating on carving something on a piece of wood.

"Master, excuse me for disturbing you." Zhou Wanwan said softly, with a hint of respect and uneasiness in her tone.

Master Zhongshan raised his head, glanced at her, and smiled slightly: "It's Wanwan, come in."

Zhou Wanwan walked into the studio and looked around. The walls were covered with various sculptures, and the table was filled with tools and materials.

There was a faint woody scent in the air. She walked up to Master Zhongshan and handed him the sample.

“Master, I recently received an order from a customer who wanted a bracelet inspired by a snail shell.

I designed several samples according to my friend's suggestion, but the customer felt that something was missing, so I would like to ask you to help me take a look." Zhou Wanwan said.

Master Zhongshan took the sample, looked at it carefully, and frowned slightly: "Well, there are indeed some problems with the design."

"What's the problem?" Zhou Wanwan asked anxiously.

"You have captured the characteristics of the snail shell, but your expression is a bit stiff." Master Zhongshan pointed to one of the bracelets and said,

"You see, this bracelet uses metal to imitate the spiral pattern of a snail shell, but the texture of the metal is too hard and lacks the natural, soft feeling of a snail shell."

"What should we do then?" Zhou Wanwan asked.

“You could try using softer materials, like resin or polymer clay, to create the texture of a snail shell.”

Master Nakayama suggested, “Also, the spiral pattern of the snail shell can be made more delicate to make it look more natural.”

Zhou Wanwan nodded, and some ideas came to her mind: "What about the other models?"

"These bracelets are made of pearls and shells. The idea is good, but the way they are put together is too abrupt." Master Zhongshan pointed to another bracelet and said,

“You can try to connect these elements with smoother lines to make them look more like a whole.”

"I understand." Zhou Wanwan said, "Master, in what areas do you think I can improve?"

Master Zhongshan pondered for a while and said, “In fact, the snail shell is not just a shape.

It also has a lot of symbolism. You can try to incorporate that symbolism into the design of the bracelet.”

"Symbolic meaning?" Zhou Wanwan was a little confused.

“Yes, the snail shell symbolizes slowness, perseverance and self-preservation.”

Master Nakayama explains, “You can use these symbolisms to give the bracelet a deeper meaning.”

Zhou Wanwan's eyes lit up, and her mind suddenly became clear: "Master, you are so right! I only paid attention to the shape of the snail shell before, and ignored its symbolic meaning."

Master Zhongshan smiled and said: "Design is not only about the beauty of form, but more importantly, the expression of connotation and emotion."

"Thank you, Master!" Zhou Wanwan said gratefully, "I'll go back and think about it and redesign it."

Master Zhongshan nodded: "Well, feel free to come to me if you have any questions."

Zhou Wanwan left the studio with a new inspiration in her heart. She returned to the store and immediately began to redesign the bracelet.

This time, she no longer just imitated the shape of the snail shell, but tried to express the texture and symbolic meaning of the snail shell through materials and lines.

A few days later, Zhou Wanwan went to see Zhao Yunyun again with the redesigned bracelet sample.

This time, when Zhao Yunyun saw the sample, an expression of surprise appeared on her face.

"Wanwan, these bracelets are amazing!" Zhao Yunyun picked up a bracelet and looked at it carefully.

“The snail shell element is there, the texture is there, and there’s also an indescribable feeling, as if it’s not just a bracelet, but more like a symbol.”

Zhou Wanwan smiled and said, "Yes, when I designed it this time, I deliberately incorporated the symbolic meaning of the snail shell, such as slowness, tenacity, and self-protection."

"So creative!" Zhao Yunyun exclaimed, "This is the unique bracelet I want!"