I raised stunning young ladies, but they all wanted to possess me.

The maid walked up to Gu Yan and bowed slightly.

"Master Gu".

Then he lifted the velvet cloth.

Gu Yan was stunned.

There was a set of clothes on the tray.

Black.

But it's not just ordinary black.

That black was as deep and dark as the night sky.

The fabric shimmered in the sunlight, like stardust scattered on it.

The cut is simple, but every detail exudes sophistication.

The neckline is slightly raised, with very fine silver embroidery along the edges.

The cuffs were neatly gathered, and the buttons were matte black with small patterns engraved on them.

The pants are made of the same fabric, with straight creases and excellent drape.

Next to it was a pair of black leather shoes, the leather so shiny you could see your reflection in them.

The entire outfit was laid out there, understated and unassuming.

But it's obvious at a glance that it's quite valuable.

Gu Yan was stunned.

"Aunt Youyi, this is...?"

Pei Youyi smiled.

"This was prepared for you."

"Wearing this tonight should be appropriate."

Gu Yan nodded.

That's definitely suitable.

This garment is clearly top-quality handmade.

Wearing this out will definitely make you look good.

But he didn't have a chance to say anything.

Pei Yuran spoke up.

She looked at the outfit and frowned slightly.

A hint of displeasure flashed in those icy blue eyes.

It's very light.

But Gu Yan saw it.

He was a little confused.

Why is this silly goose unhappy again?

Pei Youyi also saw her daughter's expression.

She sighed inwardly.

But she still appeared gentle.

"Yu Ran, yours is ready too."

She clapped her hands again.

Another servant came up.

The tray contained a set of women's clothing.

A long white dress, the hem of which reached her ankles.

The fabric is as light as a cloud, and it shimmers softly in the sunlight.

A silver ribbon, adorned with tiny pearls, was tied around her waist.

The neckline is a V-neck design, but not too low; it's just right.

The dress is simple and elegant.

Yet it also exudes an indescribable nobility.

Pei Yuran glanced at it.

Then he shook his head.

"don't want."

Pei Youyi was stunned.

"don't want?"

Why?

Pei Yuran looked at her.

I want to choose for myself.

Pei Youyi remained silent.

She looked at her daughter.

Her daughter was looking at her too.

Those icy blue eyes were calm and resolute.

Pei Youyi suddenly remembered something from many years ago.

At that time, Yu Ran had just arrived at the Pei family.

They know nothing and can't do anything.

She arranges everything, from what clothes to wear to what meals to eat.

Yu Ran never picks.

Wear whatever you're given.

They'll eat whatever you give them.

They're so well-behaved it breaks your heart.

As Yu Ran grew older, she remained the same.

They don't care about anything.

Clothes? Anything is fine.

Jewelry? No.

Cosmetics? No need.

She thought her daughter would always be like that.

But now.

My daughter said she wanted to choose her own clothes.

In preparation for the evening's banquet.

So that I could go with Xiaoyan.

A complex emotion suddenly welled up in Pei Youyi's heart.

That emotion is called...

Glad.

It's also a little sour.

But she quickly suppressed it.

She smiled.

"it is good."

"Then you choose."

He paused for a moment.

"Let's go to Clothing Store."

Pei Yuran nodded.

She looked at Gu Yan.

Let's go together.

Gu Yan was taken aback.

"Oh? I'm going too?"

Pei Yuran nodded.

"Um."

"You need to be picky about your clothes too."

Gu Yan glanced at the black outfit.

"This outfit is quite nice."

Pei Yuran shook her head.

"not good."

Gu Yan: "..."

What's wrong?

He thought it was great.

But Pei Yuran had already come over and taken his hand.

"Walk."

Gu Yan looked at Pei Youyi.

Pei Youyi smiled.

"Let's go, let's go together."

"You haven't been to Clothing Store yet, have you?"

Gu Yan shook her head.

I haven't been there.

He only knew that the Pei family was very large, and there were many things he didn't know.

The three of them walked towards the clothing store.

Along the way, we passed through several courtyards.

Finally, it stopped in front of a detached building.

The building is not tall, only two stories.

But it occupies a large area.

The exterior walls are made of bluish-gray stone bricks, and they look quite old.

Two guards stood at the entrance.

Upon seeing Pei Youyi, he immediately bowed.

"Master of the family."

Pei Youyi nodded.

"Open the door."

The guard pushed open the heavy wooden door.

The door hinges made a dull thud.

A faint sandalwood scent wafted out.

Gu Yan followed her inside.

Then he froze.

This is no clothing store.

This is practically a museum.

The entire hall was shockingly spacious, at least two or three hundred square meters.

The ceiling is seven or eight meters high, and the dome is painted with exquisite murals.

The painting depicts the ancestors of the Pei family, each with an air of otherworldly elegance, holding a long sword.

The walls around the room were covered with various calligraphy and paintings.

It features landscapes, figures, and poems.

Every single one looks like an original.

In the center of the hall, there are dozens of glass display cases.

The display case contained various clothes.

There are ancient ones and modern ones.

There are men's clothes and women's clothes.

There are formal dresses and casual clothes.

Each piece is well preserved, like new.

Gu Yan was stunned.

Pei Youyi explained from the side.

"The Pei family has a history of over a thousand years."

"The clothes worn by our ancestors throughout the ages that have commemorative significance are all collected here."

"Some of them are custom-made by top contemporary designers."

"The kind you can't buy outside."

Gu Yan nodded.

That's incredibly extravagant.

Pei Yuran took his hand and led him straight inside.

I walked past rows of display cases.

Finally, it stopped in a corner.

There were several display cases there, all filled with men's clothing.

Pei Yuran watched for a while.

Then point to one of them.

"this."

Gu Yan looked in the direction she was pointing.

It was a dark blue suit.

The color is very dark, almost black.

The fabric looks very high-quality and has a subtle sheen under the light.

The cut is very slim, and the neckline is a classic notch lapel.

The buttons are dark-colored horn buttons, polished very smoothly.

There was also a tie of the same color and a pocket watch next to it.

It looks very ordinary.

But upon closer inspection, every detail reveals its exquisite craftsmanship.

Gu Yan nodded.

"good."

Pei Yuran then pointed to another one.

"this."

It was a black Zhongshan suit.

Stand-up collar, Chinese knot buttons, and clean tailoring.

The fabric has a matte finish, giving it a sophisticated look.

The chest is embroidered with a dark pattern, which is the Pei family crest.

A gladiolus in full bloom.

Gu Yan was stunned.

"this……"

Pei Youyi walked over.

Upon seeing the Zhongshan suit, her expression changed slightly.

"Yu Ran, this one won't do."

Pei Yuran looked at her.

"Why not?"

Pei Youyi remained silent for two seconds.

Then say.

"This was worn by an ancestor of the Pei family."

"Only direct descendants of the Pei family are allowed to wear it on important occasions."

"Xiao Yan is not a member of the Pei family."

Of course, this is just the surface explanation; the garment has a deeper meaning.

This was something Pei Youyi didn't want to do.

Pei Yuran shook her head.

"He is my brother."

He paused for a moment.

"You can wear it."

Pei Youyi frowned.

"Yu Ran, this is not a game."

Pei Yuran looked at her.

"I'm not taking this lightly."

The two looked at each other.

The atmosphere became tense again.

Just then.

An old voice rang out.

"What's wrong?"