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Chapter 18 Part 1 Enter the Lingerie Shop
The first thing to catch the eye upon entering the shop were the open racks running along the walls, layer upon layer filled with lingerie, as if all the softest colors and textures of spring had been packed into that limited space.
The bra section was clearly divided by style, with lace taking up more than half the territory.
There were deep‑V French cups, their surfaces embroidered with tiny roses and trimmed along the edges with faint mesh lace that felt fluffy and soft to the touch.
There were bandeau push‑up styles, cups made from three‑dimensional lace pieced with satin, with delicate pearl clasps at the underband, perfect for off‑shoulder dresses.
There were also sporty‑sexy hybrids, with detachable fine straps and cut‑out lace along the sides forming butterfly shapes, balancing comfort and design.
Next to the bra area was the panties section, with styles matching the bras.
Triangle cuts bore the same lace pattern, with waistbands made of hair‑thin satin ribbons tied into tiny bows.
Boyshorts used cool, silky fabrics with slanted side cuts; hems were embroidered with minimalist vine motifs, low‑key yet emphasizing curves.
High‑waisted styles had vintage lace at the top, with patterns that started dense at the waist and faded toward the thighs, shaping the body while giving off a gentle vibe.
Most eye‑catching of all was the central stockings display a "soft‑gauze secret realm" in the heart of the store.
Long stockings hung neatly by color and texture on clear racks.
Sheer skin‑tone styles came in three shades, from natural nude that matched bare skin to a slightly pinkish nude, suiting different complexions; the 8D ultra‑thin fabric was so fine you could nearly see your fingertips through it when held to the light.
Black styles offered endless variety: pure matte black bands with slim anti‑slip silicone at the top to keep them from sliding; subtle mesh patterns with diamond‑shaped openings that gradually widened from ankle to thigh, revealing just a whisper of skin; and lace‑trimmed versions with embroidered vines trailing up the outer leg from knee to thigh, their scalloped edges finished with ultra‑fine tassels that swayed with each step.
Having never set foot in a lingerie shop, Liam was dazzled by the variety.
He hovered in place, at a loss where to begin.
Annie, by contrast, looked completely at ease.
She was no stranger to buying stockings and lingerie, and her calm reaction showed it.
Her fondness for such items was also why she'd agreed to let him come in and buy stockings.
Right now, though, her gaze was not on the shelves but on her eighteen‑year‑old grandson, watching him fuss helplessly, unsure what to do.
The thought that such a young boy had taken the lead in bringing her to a lingerie store to buy stockings made her lips curl with amusement.
At the front desk, the clerk had already noticed Annie's expensive outfit from a distance.
Years of experience told her she could gauge a customer's spending power in a single glance.
The elegant, vintage qipao with exquisite design, combined with the noble air Annie carried, made it obvious this woman was a big spender.
Without hesitation, the clerk put on her best smile and walked over at an unhurried pace.
Liam, dazed, glanced reflexively at the approaching woman.
She looked about thirty, with just the right blend of softness and decisiveness in her brows and eyes.
Her delicate features carried an easy warmth: naturally slim brows, eyes tilting slightly upward at the corners, with shallow dimples that appeared when she smiled, making her pretty face livelier.
Her figure was full and well‑proportioned; the D‑cup curve of her chest stretched comfortably beneath her fitted uniform, with her fullness at chest and hips clearly outlined.
Below, she wore ultra‑sheer black stockings that hugged her skin and traced the smooth lines of her legs, her feet tucked into slim black heels.
Every step was steady and graceful, the angle of her wrist as she lifted her hand radiating poise.
She was the very image of a young married woman in her prime.
Liam stared.
So this was the treasure hidden inside the "golden house" such a beauty working in a shop.
For the past few days he'd sampled only the most mature, intensely developed women.
His experience with "half‑ripe" young wives like this was limited.
Seeing her today stirred something new in him.
Heat flickered in his eyes.
"Money can make ghosts grind grain."
Wendy Wang's words floated up in his mind.
Would an ordinary shop clerk like this bow to money?
A plan began to take shape in his head.
"Oh my, madam, hello. I'm Autumn Lin, a clerk here.
"I apologize for not noticing you sooner please, come in."
Autumn chattered pleasantly as she ushered Annie inside, every move polished by years of serving wealthy clients.
She ignored Liam, assuming he was just a child tagging along.
Seeing him neglected, Annie paused and chuckled behind her hand.
"Miss, I'm not the one paying today.
"It's this little gentleman you've overlooked…"
Autumn's smile froze.
The words stunned her.
She turned, blinking wide eyes as she looked Liam up and down his expression slightly displeased then glanced at Annie's amused smile.
Her expression turned odd.
*A kid this little buying lingerie for a mature woman?
"Even if they're related, who would think to give underwear as a gift? Unless…*
*Well, this woman is a bit older, but with that face, those breasts, that ass she'd stand out anywhere.
"As a rich boy's plaything… it's not impossible…
"No, no, what am I thinking? That's none of my business.*
She forced the thoughts away and smiled more brightly.
"I'm sorry, young master, I misjudged.
"Allow me to apologize.
"What can we help you find today?"
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