Recalling her haggard appearance from overtime work, Shi Xinxin felt this dress should come with an anti-aging tag. She nodded with satisfaction, looking in the mirror.
Seeing Shi Xinxin's slightly upturned lips, the butler smiled proudly. This color was what he had recommended to his employer. While red would have suited her well, making her skin appear fair and translucent, that shade of red seemed a bit too mature for her.
Furthermore, the butler felt Shi Xinxin possessed a certain innocence and cuteness compared to the socialites he had encountered. Such a bold red seemed to restrain her, whereas a more delicate pink could highlight her unique personality.
A dress shouldn't be too rigid; an asymmetrical design could better showcase the youthful vitality characteristic of Shi Xinxin's age. Sheng Chenjin had agreed after listening to his suggestions, which is why this dress was chosen.
However, in reality, these were merely their own conjectures. Whether Shi Xinxin liked it was the most important factor to them. Seeing her smiling face, the butler couldn't help but silently commend himself.
After turning around in front of the mirror for a while, Shi Xinxin didn't rush to change. Instead, she carefully set the dress aside and opened another box.
The second box contained a beautiful handbag, simple in style like the dress. The pale purple leather felt unique to the touch. Opening the handbag, she saw a small Chanel logo inside, and Shi Xinxin unconsciously retracted her hand, covering her mouth, which had opened in surprise.
But after a few seconds, she thought it made sense. Only a brand like that could match Sheng Chenjin's status. Her poverty had limited her so much that she was so undignified over such a small handbag.
Considering the butler was nearby, Shi Xinxin chided herself for being so easily surprised. Fortunately, this was at home, in front of the butler.
If she behaved like this at the ball, it would be truly embarrassing. She had to remain calm. Shi Xinxin kept reminding herself internally. Concerned about making a fool of herself at the ball, she decided to train her psychological resilience and demeanor before the event.
This was to ensure that there wouldn't be major issues at the ball. Her previous reaction was unacceptable. Revealing her true identity was one matter, but behaving improperly was another.
"This handbag was personally chosen by the master. It's a bit expensive, but it matches your dress perfectly," the butler added. He had seen Shi Xinxin's surprise and didn't think there was anything to be shy about.
It was precisely because of this that he found her adorable. Those vain women, the so-called socialites he had met, would dismiss such bags with disdain, yet, as far as the butler knew, they had never earned the money for any of their designer bags through their own efforts.
Her eyes had flickered just now, likely due to his presence. So, the butler promptly added, "It's a bit expensive." In fact, the butler had participated in the procurement of these items and was well aware of their prices.
The cost of this handbag was negligible compared to a pair of shoes Sheng Chenjin normally wore. But for Shi Xinxin, it was different. She worked diligently, earning a meager salary, and such luxury brands were only something she had heard of.
Now, suddenly encountering the real thing, surprise was bound to happen. The butler had worn a similar expression the first time he visited this villa.
Hearing the butler's words, Shi Xinxin felt a little more relaxed. No wonder she felt the butler's kindness; he understood what she was thinking.
Indeed, she heard the butler say it was "a bit expensive" but matched the dress. After all, it was a task for Sheng Chenjin, so spending the money was only right. Shi Xinxin pouted slightly.
She deliberately avoided thinking that Sheng Chenjin had spent so much money specifically for her, focusing only on the necessity for the ball. If she considered the former thought, her conscience might be uneasy.
Despite Sheng Chenjin's immense wealth, Shi Xinxin still felt a sense of guilt for him spending so much on her. Their relationship was currently just that of an employer and an employee.
Having spent so much, Shi Xinxin felt pressured. She dared not think further and busied herself opening the third box.
The third box was slightly smaller and contained a pair of beautiful high heels, different from the previous items. The silver-white leather had more lace trim, and delicate lace gave the shoes a courtly feel.
When Shi Xinxin received them, her surprise wasn't due to the price but from genuine admiration. Her eyes widened; she had never seen such beautiful shoes. Holding them, she felt as if she were truly transforming into Cinderella at midnight.
Women have no resistance to beautiful things. After the dress and the expensive handbag, Shi Xinxin was completely overwhelmed by these high heels.
She willingly surrendered, and all her previous worries and anxieties vanished with the appearance of these shoes. The butler chuckled silently behind her.
These shoes were something the master insisted on buying. He said Shi Xinxin would definitely like them, and it turned out he was right this time. It seemed he had put in some effort during their recent interactions.
Perhaps due to the joy of seeing the high heels, Shi Xinxin was eager to open the last box. The last box was much smaller, but its exquisite packaging hinted at its considerable value.
Shi Xinxin carefully opened it to find a set of magnificent accessories she had never imagined! Diamonds carved into teardrop shapes adorned the earrings.
They were elegant and grand, while also showcasing Shi Xinxin's liveliness. They weren't exaggerated like those for middle-aged women, nor were they petty like her editor's. The accompanying diamond necklace wasn't simple; it had some decorative diamonds dotted on it.
They sparkled with a vibrant, multicolored glow, making them irresistible. She glanced at the dress hanging nearby. The upper part of the dress had very little decoration, and without the necklace, it might have felt a bit bare.
With the necklace, it was just right – not overly ostentatious, and it perfectly matched the style of the outfit. It was luxurious enough but not showy.
Looking at the four different gifts in the boxes, Shi Xinxin turned to ask, "Butler, did the master prepare all these for me?"
The butler nodded and replied, "Yes, they were all personally selected by the master. I was there when he chose them." Shi Xinxin turned back and took a deep breath.