Chapter 15: Super VIP
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The drive from the Zhongxing Mercedes-Benz 4S Store to the Zhuozhan Shopping Center was practically a cross-city trip. On top of that, the evening rush hour was fast approaching.
By the time Gu Heng, a novice driver, managed to get the car to the Zhuozhan Shopping Center, the sky had already begun to darken.
In the hazy twilight, the Maybach GLS 600’s geometric matrix headlights were dazzlingly bright. Through the clear, untinted glass, Gu Heng’s handsome profile was clearly reflected, causing passersby to stare, unable to look away.
It wasn’t until they saw Gu Heng drive the Maybach GLS 600 into the underground parking garage of the Zhuozhan Shopping Center that the onlookers finally averted their gazes.
"As expected..."
"The women in the passenger seat of a Brother Fu’s luxury car never disappoint."
By the roadside, a drunk man sitting in the back of a taxi waiting at a red light couldn’t help but sigh with emotion.
"You can say that again!"
"It’s Brother Fu’s personal selection. You think just anyone can sit in the passenger seat?"
The driver in the front seat, his elbow resting on the open window frame, replied with a smile as he leisurely smoked a cigarette.
"Sigh..."
"I’ve got the desires of a Brother Fu, but not the destiny of one."
The drunk sighed, then asked with great sincerity, "Driver, what do I do? Whenever I drink, I can’t seem to control my lower half."
Hearing this, the driver glanced at him in the rearview mirror and chuckled. "You’re a man. Living it up a little is perfectly normal. Totally understandable."
"Driver, that’s not what I mean."
The drunk opened his mouth, a slightly embarrassed look on his face.
"Huh?"
"Then what do you mean?"
The driver’s brow furrowed slightly, completely baffled.
"What I mean is..."
"I accidentally peed in your car just now."
As he finished, the drunk’s expression became surprisingly calm.
For a moment, the entire car fell silent.
Driver: "???"
Driver: "!!!"
...
Zhuozhan Shopping Center, Underground Parking Garage.
Following Luo Xiwen’s directions, Gu Heng drove the Maybach GLS 600 and slowly pulled up in front of the main entrance from the underground garage.
Two people, a man and a woman dressed in light brown suits, were standing right in front of the entrance.
As soon as Gu Heng brought the car to a stop, the pair immediately stepped forward to open the doors for him and Luo Xiwen.
"Good evening, esteemed guest. I am Shen Jia, your VIP personal shopper from Zhuozhan Shopping Center. Welcome to Zhuozhan Shopping Center."
The woman who opened Gu Heng’s door bowed slightly to him and said, "You can just give us the key fob. We have staff who will park your beloved car in a dedicated spot for you."
"Mm..."
"Thank you."
Gu Heng nodded slightly and handed the key fob to the woman in front of him.
She accepted it respectfully with both hands, then passed the key to the man who had been standing beside her.
"This way, please..."
Shen Jia extended her hand again, guiding Gu Heng into the Zhuozhan Shopping Center.
She walked ahead on the left to lead the way. Gu Heng followed behind her, and Luo Xiwen trailed another half-step behind Gu Heng, to his right.
Zhuozhan Shopping Center was the most high-end shopping center in Beichun.
Even the newly opened Wanxiang City could hardly shake its dominant position.
Among the VIP cards Qian Zhengxing had given him today, one was the Super VIP card for Zhuozhan Shopping Center—the highest Level of VIP card they offered.
Anyone who possessed this card was a major client of the Zhuozhan Shopping Center.
They could enjoy numerous privileges, such as valet parking, one-on-one professional personal shopping, access to the VIP lounge, and express access to major events.
"Mr. Gu, what would you like to see first?"
His personal shopper, Shen Jia, looked at Gu Heng’s young, handsome face, then at the beautiful and elegant Luo Xiwen who seemed to be his assistant. She knew at once that the young man before her must have an extraordinary background.
"Zhuozhan should have beauty services too, right?"
Although Gu Heng had never been to the Zhuozhan Shopping Center before, he had checked out their official social media account while stuck in traffic. He already had a good idea of what was inside.
"We do."
"Hair styling, beauty treatments, and personal care—we have them all."
Shen Jia quickly replied, "What service would you be interested in, Mr. Gu?"
"Hair styling."
"My hair’s gotten a little long. I want to get it cut and have my eyebrows trimmed."
Ever since Gu Heng arrived in Beichun, he had always kept a buzz cut. He’d just get it done for 10 yuan at an old-fashioned barbershop every time, never giving a thought to his hairstyle.
The last time Gu Heng had gotten a haircut was a month ago.
Now his hair had indeed grown out quite a bit and had no style to speak of.
The only reason he didn’t look sloppy was because his handsome face was holding it all together.
Now that he had the money, leisure, and time, he naturally wanted to take better care of his appearance.
"Understood."
As a professional personal shopper, Shen Jia knew the entire Zhuozhan Shopping Center like the back of her hand. She immediately led the way for Gu Heng. "Mr. Gu, this way then..."
"Mm."
Gu Heng nodded and followed Shen Jia.
After just one day, Gu Heng was already starting to get used to being waited on.
What was it they say? It’s easy to go from frugal to lavish, but hard to go from lavish back to frugal.
This feeling of being surrounded and treated with respect wherever he went was indeed very easy to get addicted to.
Soon, under Shen Jia’s guidance...
The three of them arrived at a salon called Meisi Hair Art.
Judging by the storefront and decor alone, its high-end status was obvious.
With a professional personal shopper like Shen Jia there, Gu Heng naturally didn’t need to say a word.
"Mr. Gu, do you have a usual hairstyle?"
Gu Heng sat in the barber’s chair, and behind him stood the chief stylist of Meisi Hair Art.
Unlike the more common male stylists, this one was a woman with a very sharp, short haircut.
"No."
Gu Heng shook his head and answered truthfully.
"Alright."
"Do you have any particular style in mind?"
she asked while carefully examining Gu Heng’s hair with her hands.
Hearing this, Gu Heng couldn’t help but think of a movie he’d seen recently. He smiled and replied, "You’re the professional. Just give me a haircut that befits a net worth of one hundred million."
"Mr. Gu, you’re so humorous."
She had also seen that movie, so she naturally got the reference. She assumed Gu Heng was just joking with her.
Shen Jia, who was standing behind them, also laughed along with the female stylist. After all, the VIP, Mr. Gu, had made a witty joke. It would be impolite of her to remain expressionless.
During all of this, only Luo Xiwen didn’t laugh.
Because...
She knew Gu Heng wasn’t joking!
Gu Heng really did have a hundred million!
"Mr. Gu, based on your face shape, hair texture, and length, I’d recommend a short, textured crop."
"Afterward, I’ll touch up your eyebrows a bit. I’m sure the result will be excellent. Plus, this hairstyle is suitable for both business and casual occasions, and it doesn’t require any special styling or maintenance."
The female stylist explained her recommendation while showing Gu Heng photos of the short, textured crop on her iPad.
"Then let’s go with your recommendation."
After looking at the photos, Gu Heng thought it looked quite good and nodded in agreement.
As for whether it would be a disaster...
Gu Heng wasn’t worried at all.
No particular reason. A truly handsome guy is just that confident.
"Alright."
Once she had Gu Heng’s approval, the female stylist said no more, picked up her scissors, and began her work...