Tong Tong took a big gulp and immediately showed a satisfied expression: "Aunt Su, this is delicious. Thank you!"
Seeing Tong Tong’s enjoyment, Su Wanru was also very happy: "As long as Tong Tong likes it, I'll buy more for you when you finish!"
"Yifeng, you should try it too. I know you guys don't like sweet milk tea. Yours is a latte, I only put a little sugar in it!" She then looked at Liu Yifeng.
Liu Yifeng took a sip, it wasn't sweet indeed: "It's delicious, thank you!"
The three of them walked in the hall, looking like a family of three.
Su Wanru hadn't had such a relaxed shopping trip in a long time. She smiled and said, "It's still a bit early for dinner. I want to buy Tong Tong some clothes to wear for the competition."
Liu Yifeng remembered that Xu Muqing had just bought Tong Tong two sets of clothes a few days ago, and he had also bought several sets for Tong Tong when winter arrived. He had too many clothes to wear. He immediately said, "Don't spend unnecessarily. Tong Tong has a lot of new clothes he hasn't worn. Ms. Xu just bought him two sets a few days ago!"
Su Wanru, who had been smiling, immediately froze upon hearing "Ms. Xu": "Why did she buy clothes for Tong Tong? Are you close?"
Liu Yifeng was like a blank slate when it came to relationships. He didn't notice Su Wanru's unhappiness and honestly replied, "Her daughter and Tong Tong are in the same kindergarten, and the two kids play very well together. So, I get along well with her. She heard me say Tong Tong was going on a show, so she specially bought two red outfits for Tong Tong to wear during the competition. You're saying you want to buy new clothes for Tong Tong, he can't possibly wear them all. It's a waste of money."
As he finished speaking, Su Wanru's expression grew increasingly displeased: "So, are you saying you dislike me buying clothes for Tong Tong, or do you only recognize the clothes she buys for Tong Tong, and others' aren't good enough for him?"
This time, Liu Yifeng clearly felt Su Wanru's unhappiness, but his expression was bewildered. He didn't seem to have said anything wrong, nor did he say that the clothes she bought weren't good enough for Tong Tong. Why was she suddenly angry and speaking so sarcastically? Women's hearts were indeed hard to fathom. He explained helplessly, "You're overthinking it. I didn't mean that. I just wanted to express that Tong Tong already has enough clothes, and I don't want you to waste money."
"What if I want to waste the money? Besides, Tong Tong will be out for at least half a month for this program. If he changes one set a day, he'll need fifteen sets of clothes. Ms. Xu only bought two sets, how can Tong Tong not have enough to wear?"
Su Wanru's words left Liu Yifeng speechless. Women were indeed so serious. He had merely used an exaggerated metaphor. Frankly, he just didn't want her to waste money, as he wouldn't be able to repay such a favor. But looking at her seriousness, he knew that if he refused again, he wouldn't have a peaceful dinner. So, he left the decision to Tong Tong. If Tong Tong said yes, then they would buy. If he said no, it wouldn't be his fault.
"Tong Tong, Aunt Su wants to buy you new clothes, do you want them?"
Tong Tong agreed without hesitation: "Yes, thank you, Aunt Su! You're so good to me!"
Su Wanru then beamed, her gloomy mood instantly vanishing. She smiled, took Tong Tong's hand, and walked towards the express elevator: "Tong Tong, Aunt Su will take you to buy lots and lots of beautiful clothes. I guarantee you'll outshine the other contestants during the competition!"
However, Tong Tong's next words made her a bit awkward, and she didn't know how to respond: "But Aunt Su, Tong Tong is going to participate in the 'The Brain' competition, not a beauty pageant!"
Su Wanru: "..."
After a long pause, she finally managed to say, "Even though it's not a beauty contest, Aunt Su still hopes you'll look handsome and stylish, so more audience members will like and support you!"
"Tong Tong will definitely win them over with his strength," Tong Tong clenched his fist and made a gesture of encouragement.
Soon, they arrived at a Balabala children's clothing store.
"Give me one of each of your latest styles, in this child's size!" As soon as they entered, Su Wanru said with a show of wealth.
Liu Yifeng quickly stopped her: "I don't object to you buying clothes for Tong Tong, but there's no need to buy so many. This child is growing fast. The clothes bought this year might not fit next year."
"If he can't wear them, they can be donated to children in mountainous areas, so it won't be a waste," Su Wanru ignored Liu Yifeng's objections and directly asked the staff to get one of each new style for Tong Tong.
Liu Yifeng didn't know what had gotten into Su Wanru. This wasn't how people bought clothes, it was as if money was no object. But no matter what he said, she wouldn't listen, so he could only let her have her way.
Tong Tong tried on several sets of clothes, and they all looked good on him. The staff even praised Tong Tong's looks, saying he could be a model and that any clothes he wore would surely sell well. But Tong Tong was getting tired of trying on clothes, so Su Wanru didn't push him. She directly asked the staff to pack up all the new styles, which amounted to eight sets.
Just as Liu Yifeng was about to say something, Su Wanru moved on to the shoe section and asked the staff to get a pair of shoes for each outfit according to Tong Tong's shoe size. She wanted Tong Tong to wear something different every day. The staff had never encountered such a wealthy and generous customer. The sales for the day were almost equivalent to her weekly sales. She enthusiastically helped Tong Tong try on various styles of shoes, while Tong Tong just had to sit there and walk a few steps to check if the shoes fit.
Looking at the shoes scattered all over the floor, Liu Yifeng walked up to Su Wanru and quietly advised, "There's really no need to buy so many clothes and shoes. It won't be convenient for Tong Tong and me to carry so many clothes!"
"You don't need to carry them. When you reach the competition venue, tell me the hotel you're staying at, and I'll have them mailed to you then!" Su Wanru had already considered this.
Seeing her determination, Liu Yifeng knew he couldn't change her mind, so he stopped talking. Since she wanted to buy, she could. It wasn't his money anyway. As she said, even if Tong Tong couldn't wear them next year, he could donate them to children in mountainous areas, contributing his small part.
After a while, Tong Tong had tried on eight pairs of shoes. The staff packed them up and proceeded to the checkout.
"Hello, miss. All the shoes and clothes, including the thermal underwear, come to a total of eleven thousand and twenty-eight yuan. Would you like to pay in cash or by card?"