I was chased by my sickly junior brother who had two lives

In the winter of the capital, the wind was biting cold, but it failed to blow away the warmth in "Jinxiuxuan". At the end of the year, "Jinxiuxuan" had achieved remarkable results in the silk business this year and made considerable profits. Now it was the festive moment of year-end dividends. Chen Jia was grateful and happy, and decided to hold a grand celebration banquet with Chen Jue to reward everyone for their hard work over the past year and to thank the many wives of officials and distinguished guests for their continued support and love.

On this day, Jinxiuxuan was decorated with lights and filled with festive atmosphere. Bright red lanterns were hung on both sides of the gate, swaying in the wind, as if dancing happily. The lintel was decorated with gorgeous golden silk, shining brightly under the sunlight, as if announcing the glory and honor of this place to the world.

Chen Jia was wearing a crimson brocade dress, which was embroidered with exquisite golden peony patterns, and looked elegant and graceful. The collar and cuffs were inlaid with a circle of fine pearls, each of which was round and full, exuding a soft luster, which contrasted with her fair skin, making her look more noble and elegant. She had a unique golden hairpin in her hair, and the rubies hanging from it swayed gently with her movements, like a burning flame, adding a bit of agility and charm to her. Chen Jue was wearing a royal blue brocade robe, which was embroidered with silver cloud patterns, with smooth lines and elegant appearance. He had a black ribbon tied around his waist, and a warm jade pendant was inlaid in the center of the ribbon. The dragon carved on the jade pendant was lifelike, showing his extraordinary demeanor.

"Sister, today's celebration banquet has been prepared for a long time. Guests from all parties have been invited. I'm sure it will be very lively." Chen Jue stood beside Chen Jia, looking at the carefully decorated scene in the shop, and said with a smile.

Chen Jia nodded slightly, eyes full of satisfaction: "Yes, Xiaojue. Over the past year, thanks to your advice and suggestions by my side, the concerted efforts of the staff of Jinxiuxuan, and the great help of the wives of the officials, we have achieved such great results. This celebration banquet is the best way for us to express our gratitude."

As he was talking, several wives of officials came in. The first was the wife of Minister Lin. She was wearing a lavender silk dress with delicate white plum blossom patterns embroidered on the hem, fresh and elegant. She was wearing a white fox fur shawl, the furry texture not only protected her from the winter cold, but also highlighted her noble status. She had a kind smile on her face, and her eyes were filled with sincere joy: "Miss Chen, Mr. Chen, congratulations on the prosperous business and wealth of Jinxiuxuan this year! We heard that you are holding a celebration banquet today, so we came here to congratulate you."

Chen Jia and Chen Jue hurried forward to greet her. Chen Jia smiled and said, "Mrs. Lin, you are able to take the time to come here, which really makes our 'Jinxiuxuan' glorious. Please come in."

Everyone followed Chen Jia into the banquet hall in the shop. The banquet hall was already filled with tables and chairs, each table was covered with an exquisite red tablecloth, and placed with exquisite porcelain tableware and beautiful flowers. On the walls of the hall were hung exquisite calligraphy and paintings, depicting magnificent landscapes or heroic poems, adding a rich cultural atmosphere to the entire banquet hall.

"Ms. Chen, your 'Jinxiu Xuan' is so elegantly decorated. Every detail shows your taste and style." A lady in pink brocade clothes exclaimed.

Chen Jia responded modestly: "Madam, you are too kind. We just hope to create a comfortable and pleasant environment for everyone to express our gratitude."

After everyone took their seats, Chen Jue stood up, picked up a glass of wine, and said loudly: "Ladies, today I am grateful for your kindness and presence at the celebration banquet of my 'Jinxiu Xuan'. In the past year, every step of the growth of 'Jinxiu Xuan' is inseparable from your support and help. It is our greatest honor that the silk we sell can be favored by you ladies. Here, on behalf of 'Jinxiu Xuan', I would like to express my heartfelt thanks and high respect to you ladies. Let us drink this cup together to celebrate this fruitful year, and I also wish you all good health and happiness in the new year!"

After that, Chen Jue drank it all in one gulp. Everyone raised their glasses and drank the wine in their glasses. Warm applause and laughter suddenly rang out in the banquet hall.

After three rounds of wine and five kinds of dishes, a daughter of an official family smiled and said to Chen Jia: "Sister Chen, I heard that you are quite experienced in this silk business. Not only do you have a unique vision and can select the best quality fabrics, but you also have a good management method and manage the Jinxiuxuan in an orderly manner. Do you have any secrets? Why not share them with us?"

Chen Jia gently put down the chopsticks in her hand and said with a smile: "Sister, you are too kind. I just adhere to the concept of honest business and always put the needs of customers first. We at Jinxiuxuan focus on the quality and craftsmanship of fabrics, and strive to satisfy customers with every piece of silk. In addition, we have partners like Yang Xia who are good at dyeing techniques, as well as many loyal partners. Everyone works together to enable Jinxiuxuan to gain a firm foothold in the silk industry in this capital."

"Miss Chen is right. When it comes to doing business, integrity and quality are the foundation. Just like the silk from your Jinxiuxuan, no matter the color, texture or pattern, it is all top-notch. Every time I come here to choose fabrics, I can feel your dedication." An elderly lady nodded in praise.

At this time, Yang Xia, who had been sitting quietly in the corner, was also attracted by the topic. She was wearing a light blue cloth skirt today. Although the clothes were simple, her quiet temperament was eye-catching. Yang Xia said shyly: "Ladies, I am just doing my job. I have had a strong interest in dyeing cloth since I was a child. I am very satisfied to be able to apply my skills to the production of silk and satin in Jinxiuxuan. Seeing the exquisite cloth dyed by my hands being loved by everyone, I am very satisfied."

“Miss Yang, your dyeing skills are unparalleled. I once saw a piece of blue gradient silk dyed by you. The color transition was natural and smooth, as deep as the sky and as clear as lake water. It is unforgettable.” A lady in a green brocade dress praised.

Yang Xia's face flushed. "Thank you, Madam. I will continue to work hard and explore new dyeing techniques to dye more and more beautiful fabrics for Jinxiuxuan."

Amid the laughter and joy of the crowd, the atmosphere of the banquet became more harmonious. Chen Jia looked at the lively scene in front of her, her heart full of emotion. She knew that the success of "Jinxiuxuan" was not only the result of her personal efforts, but also the result of the unity and cooperation of everyone. This celebration banquet was not only a summary and celebration of the past year, but also to unite people and look forward to the future.

"Ms. Chen, I heard that you have launched many innovative business strategies this year, such as customized services and lectures. These initiatives are really unique and have attracted many customers to Jinxiu Xuan. How did you come up with these ideas?" A young official's wife asked curiously.

Chen Jia smiled and replied, "Madam, as the competition in the silk and satin industry in Beijing becomes increasingly fierce, we have to seek innovation and breakthroughs. I have observed that customers have a growing demand for personalized, high-quality clothing, so I thought of launching customized services to meet the unique needs of different customers. The purpose of holding lectures is to allow customers to have a deeper understanding of silk and satin knowledge and clothing matching skills, and to enhance their sense of identity and loyalty to 'Jinxiuxuan'."

"Miss Chen is indeed very intelligent and has a keen eye. These innovative moves have not only brought huge profits to 'Jinxiu Xuan', but also set an example for the entire silk industry in the capital." The wife of Minister Lin exclaimed.

Chen Jia bowed slightly: "Mrs. Lin, you are too kind. I am just constantly trying and exploring, hoping to open up a broader development path for Jinxiuxuan."

As the banquet was drawing to a close, Chen Jue stood up again and said, "Ladies, today's celebration banquet is about to come to an end. But the friendship between Jinxiuxuan and everyone will never end. In the new year, we will continue to work hard to provide you with better quality silks and more thoughtful services. Thank you again for your presence and support!"

Everyone stood up and said goodbye to each other. Chen Jia and Chen Jue stood at the door of the shop, watching the wives of the officials leave.