Reborn Troops

Zhou Wanwan’s jewelry store is located in an inconspicuous alley and is decorated exquisitely and elegantly.

The window was filled with all kinds of jewelry, including glittering silver necklaces, crystal clear earrings, and the unique bracelets she designed herself.

"Who still buys jewelry these days?" Zhou Wanwan muttered to herself as she sat behind the counter, holding an unfinished bracelet in her hand.

Her fingers gently stroked the silver chain, but her eyes drifted out the window.

There were very few pedestrians in the alley, and occasionally a few people hurried by without even glancing at her window.

Suddenly, a crisp voice came from the door, interrupting her thoughts. Zhou Wanwan looked up and saw that it was her best friend Qianqian.

Qianqian was wearing a lavender dress, holding an exquisite paper bag in her hand, with a bright smile on her face.

"Qianqian, why are you here?" Zhou Wanwan stood up with a smile on her face.

"I came to see you and bring you some good things." Qianqian walked to the counter, put the paper bag on the table, and said mysteriously.

"Mushroom?" Zhou Wanwan frowned and looked up at Qianqian, "Why are you giving me this?"

"Haven't you always wanted to design something unique?" Qianqian blinked, "I think mushrooms are a good source of inspiration."

Zhou Wanwan was stunned for a moment, then she laughed, "Mushroom? Are you asking me to design a mushroom bracelet?"

"Yes!" Qianqian said excitedly, "Look, the shape of the mushroom is so unique.

Umbrella-shaped, round, and other strange shapes can be made into bracelet pendants.

Moreover, mushrooms come in a variety of colors, including red, white, brown, and even blue! Adding some gemstones to the mix will definitely make your eyes shine.”

Zhou Wanwan lowered her head and flipped through a few pages of the book, which detailed the shapes and colors of various mushrooms.

There were even some design works by artists. Her eyes gradually lit up, as if she saw some possibility.

"But... can mushrooms and jewelry really go together?" Zhou Wanwan was still a little hesitant.

"Why not?" Qianqian patted her shoulder. "Just think about it, mushrooms are such a mysterious existence in nature.

They grow in dark corners, but they have such beautiful shapes. Isn't this just like your jewelry store?

Even though it is located in an inconspicuous place, as long as you design it carefully, it will surely attract people who appreciate it.”

Zhou Wanwan was silent for a moment, with a hint of determination in her eyes. She closed the book and took a deep breath, "Okay, then I'll give it a try."

In the next few days, Zhou Wanwan devoted herself to the design of the mushroom bracelet.

She read a lot of information and studied the shapes and colors of various mushrooms.

I even went to the forest outside the city and collected some fresh mushrooms for reference.

However, the design process was not smooth. She tried several different mushroom shapes, but always felt that something was missing.

Either the shape was too ordinary, or the color combination was not harmonious enough. She began to feel anxious and even wondered if she had chosen the wrong direction.

"Wanwan, are you okay?" A shallow voice came from the other end of the phone, with a hint of worry.

"Not very good..." Zhou Wanwan sighed, "I tried several designs, but I always felt that they were not perfect."

"Don't worry, take your time." Qian Qian comforted, "How about I come over and help you take a look?"

"Okay, come on." Zhou Wanwan hung up the phone and felt a little relieved.

Qianqian arrived at the store quickly, holding a box of freshly baked cake in her hand.

She put the cake on the table, walked to Zhou Wanwan's workbench, and looked carefully at the unfinished designs.

"Well... I think these designs are pretty good." Qianqian picked up a bracelet and looked at it carefully, "But it seems to lack a bit of nobility."

"Noble?" Zhou Wanwan frowned. "How can mushrooms be noble?"

"Why not?" Qian Qian smiled, "Look, mushrooms grow in dark places.

But they have unique shapes and colors, and some mushrooms are even given mysterious symbolic meanings.

If you could decorate them with gems, wouldn't it make them look more noble and elegant?"

Zhou Wanwan's eyes lit up, "Yes! Why didn't I think of that?"

She immediately dug out her treasured gemstone collection and began to redesign the bracelet.

This time, she was no longer limited to the original form of the mushroom, but boldly inlaid gemstones on the mushroom's umbrella cap.

Or she would decorate the mushroom stems with tiny gemstones. Gradually, delicate and unique bracelets were created in her hands.

"Great!" Qianqian looked at the finished bracelets and couldn't help but exclaimed, "These bracelets will definitely attract a lot of people!"

Zhou Wanwan's fingers gently stroked the warm jade, her eyes flashing with excitement.

She had just gotten inspiration from Qianqian's suggestion - why not design a pure jade mushroom bracelet?

The combination of the luster of jade and the shape of mushrooms may create a unique beauty that is both mysterious and noble.

"Qianqian, what do you think of this?" Zhou Wanwan picked up a piece of light green jade and placed it in front of Qianqian.

"If I use it to make the cap of a mushroom and then use silver wire to outline the stem of the mushroom, will it look more delicate?"

Qianqian took a closer look, a hint of appreciation flashed in her eyes, "Well, it's really good.

The texture of jade is very gentle, and when paired with the shape of mushrooms, it creates a sense of both naturalness and elegance. However..."

She paused, frowning slightly, “Have you ever thought that a pure jade mushroom bracelet might be too monotonous?

After all, although the shape of mushrooms is unique, without some details, people may feel that something is missing.”

Zhou Wanwan nodded and said thoughtfully: “You’re right, I also feel like something is missing.

Perhaps we can carve some fine lines on the mushroom cap, or inlay gemstones on the edge of the cap to add some layering."

"Yes, that's what I mean!" Qianqian clapped her hands and said excitedly,

"You can also add some fine silver wire to the mushroom stem.

It makes it look more three-dimensional. This way, the overall effect of the bracelet will be richer.”