The greatest skill of the women of the Orchid Gate, undoubtedly, was their mastery of dealing with people.
To make Qin Manli appear more suited to her new identity, I called Yang Liuqing.
This woman, who operated within the Orchid Gate, had, after her previous encounter with me, become an acquaintance, and indirectly, a friend.
Of course, at present, she was bound to me as a friend primarily out of fear of my ruthless methods and the intertwined interests between us.
Regarding the matter of Yang Yuanyuan, I had instructed Yang Liuqing to play a long game.
A simple honey trap, using an attractive man to ensnare the billionaire businesswoman and then absconding with the money, would definitely not work on Yang Yuanyuan.
For a woman like Yang Yuanyuan, who was so full of herself, dealing with her slowly, like boiling a frog in warm water, was undoubtedly the most suitable approach.
Therefore, Yang Liuqing's long-term plan for her relative, Yang Yuanyuan, was quite in line with my expectations.
This time, upon receiving my call, Yang Liuqing assumed I was calling to inquire about the progress of the Yang Yuanyuan situation and was already anxiously preparing to explain herself to me...
But then she heard me directly say, "Where are you? I'm sending someone over to you!"
"If you can help this woman transform completely, from head to toe, inside and out, in the shortest possible time, I'll give you a big bonus!"
Upon hearing this, Yang Liuqing didn't think twice and directly gave me an address.
So, after dinner, I took Qin Manli, the seafood merchant, straight to the address Yang Liuqing had given me...
Although I was well aware that, due to the previous "honey trap" incident, Yang Liuqing would definitely want to maintain a good relationship with me.
Even if I didn't mention money, she would still do her best to handle the matter, but...
In the murky, corrupt dye vat of the underworld, if you can use money to get things done, it's best not to rely on favors.
Because favors must be repaid.
The Orchid Gate is the most heartless! This saying is definitely not baseless chatter.
Therefore, women like Yang Liuqing can only have their cooperative relationships maintained through benefits, and one must never overstep by even half a step!
...
When I arrived at the destination according to Yang Liuqing's address, I discovered that what greeted my eyes... was a high-end posture and etiquette training studio.
And beneath the nameplate, Yang Liuqing's name was clearly printed.
However, the contact information was not the phone number she had given me.
It seemed that when not actively engaged, Yang Liuqing likely supported herself with this high-end posture and etiquette training studio.
Both doing the same kind of business, Yang Liuqing's setup exuded a much higher class, several notches above that of the seafood merchant Qin Manli, didn't it?
What does it mean to be a woman of the Orchid Gate?
This... this is it!
A thoroughbred, top-tier, high-end player!
Therefore, I would like to advise everyone here: no matter if you encounter a "honey trap" or a "pig butchering scam," as long as someone is trying to get close to you under the guise of romance, dare to call the police!
Don't even think about trying to outsmart them or anything. If there's a woman from the Orchid Gate involved, I can guarantee... you will truly be fooled, to the point where you'll be helping them count the money even after being sold out!
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In '08, although Yang Liuqing's high-end posture and etiquette training studio was considered a relatively niche industry, ...
In super-first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, as well as prosperous regions like Wenzhou and Xingjia, etiquette training studios had already become popular!
Because these were truly magical places where ugly ducklings could transform into swans, and sparrows could soar to the branches and become phoenixes!
Of course, this was limited to women! And they had to be women with at least average to above-average physical appearance.
As for the reasons, those who understand will understand.
When I brought Qin Manli to Yang Liuqing, the latter immediately identified Qin Manli's true identity with just one sentence.
"Your legs... have been spread wide open for a long time!"
Fortunately, it was already close to ten o'clock at night, and besides Yang Liuqing, there was no one else in the studio, otherwise, I suspect Qin Manli might have lost her composure on the spot.
Ignoring Qin Manli's embarrassment and shame, Yang Liuqing turned her gaze to me and asked, "How much time can you give me?"
Having a conversation with a woman as sharp-eyed and clear-headed as Yang Liuqing is truly time-saving and effort-saving.
Since it's a mutually beneficial transaction, I prefer those who get straight to the point rather than beating around the bush.
After a moment of thought, I held up one finger and replied, "One week!"
"After one week, I need her to have undergone a complete transformation, both in appearance and demeanor!"
Upon hearing my words, Yang Liuqing's delicate eyebrows immediately furrowed.
"One week... seems like it might not be enough!"
"In my eyes, her physical appearance is of the highest caliber!"
"If you can give me more time, I can guarantee that not only the number one socialite in Wenzhou, but even the number one socialite in Zhejiang Province, would be within reach!"
It seems that when it comes to appreciating beauty, the judgment of both men and women is surprisingly consistent.
Even though Qin Manli had a large floral tattoo on her arm and her legs were spread wide, it didn't detract from the fact that she was a beauty.
My original plan was for Yang Liuqing to simply adjust Qin Manli's posture and then instruct her on the proper etiquette for a socialite.
With a week's time, once things were mostly in place, she could seamlessly transition to my side and be put to use.
But after hearing Yang Liuqing's words, I decided... to alter my previous plan!
Women, especially beautiful women, once utilized effectively, even if they can no longer be described as "ruining nations and devastating the people," at the very least, they can still cause quite a stir, and there's no great difficulty in that.
A single red dust smile from the concubine, no one knows the lychees have arrived!
I want to have Qin Manli, under Yang Liuqing's tutelage, transform into a top-tier socialite who attracts the eager pursuit of numerous wealthy individuals!
With Qin Manli as my secret weapon, this time, for the revenge against Luo Qiwen and the Baoli Casino, I will strike directly at the enemy's heart!
There's no other way! The enemy this time is too powerful; moving against Baoli Casino is tantamount to indirectly moving against Ying Baolin.
This emperor of Wenzhou's underground gambling scene, his face... is not so easily slapped.
Therefore, I must be extremely cautious and leave myself enough escape routes.
Thus, with a backward thought process, I directly replied, "The one-week timeframe remains unchanged, but..."
"After one week, I will need to borrow her to make a brief appearance."
Upon hearing this, Yang Liuqing nodded without hesitation and replied, "That's no problem!"
"The foundation is already here. One week is enough for me to correct her leg shape."