Outside the kindergarten, Nannan waved goodbye to Chen Fan and skipped happily inside.
Only when Nannan's figure disappeared from sight did Chen Fan turn to Jiang Tiansheng.
"It seems Nannan has adapted well to kindergarten life; she appears much more cheerful," Jiang Tiansheng said with a smile.
Chen Fan nodded, "This kindergarten is indeed good."
When Nannan came home from school, she spoke fondly of her kindergarten life, praising the teachers and classmates.
In just a few days, she had already made several good friends.
"Mr. Chen, a Miss Chen from the Chen family has come to see Yuan Liangping."
Jiang Tiansheng reported.
Chen Fan nodded, "I'm already aware. Are you free today?"
"Nothing particularly important!"
Jiang Tiansheng replied hastily.
Chen Fan said, "Then accompany me to Hanjiang Grand Hotel to meet a friend!"
Jiang Tiansheng's heart leaped with joy.
Mr. Long's friends were naturally not ordinary people, and meeting them might bring great benefits.
Even if it wasn't as he imagined, being able to accompany Mr. Long to meet his friends was a significant recognition.
"Do I need to prepare anything?" Jiang Tiansheng asked.
"No need. You drive."
The two then drove to the Hanjiang Grand Hotel.
Upon arriving at the hotel, Jiang Tiansheng followed closely behind Chen Fan to a suite.
It wasn't the top-tier presidential suite, but it was still a place with a considerable nightly rate.
Chen Fan knocked on the door, and it was opened quickly.
The one who opened the door was a foreigner, around fifty or sixty years old, with blonde curly hair and a protruding belly.
Upon seeing Chen Fan, the fat man's face lit up with excitement. He spread his arms wide and exclaimed, "Jack, my friend, I've been waiting for you, you're finally here!"
The man spoke in a foreign language, but Jiang Tiansheng could understand him.
He was an ambitious man and had deliberately learned English after becoming wealthy, allowing him to engage in simple conversations.
As he spoke, the foreign man enthusiastically hugged Chen Fan.
"Hi, Brian, you're still as enthusiastic as ever!"
Chen Fan said with a smile, his face showing a hint of helplessness, yet also the joy of reuniting with an old friend.
While Jiang Tiansheng was still speculating, he saw a tall blonde beauty run over, push the fat man aside, and also embrace Chen Fan.
"Jack, I can't believe it, I'm really seeing you."
"I thought my dad was joking with me, but he was actually telling the truth. You need his help!"
Chen Fan became even more exasperated. "Alright, alright, Lilith, your enthusiasm is a bit overwhelming for me."
"Heh heh, Jack, you're becoming more manly, making me always want to be your girlfriend!"
Chen Fan gave a wry smile, sidestepping the comment. "Bob, Lilith, allow me to introduce you."
The foreign woman named Lilith let go of Chen Fan and playfully winked at Jiang Tiansheng.
"This is my friend, you can call him Jiang. If you need any help in Hanjiang, feel free to contact him anytime!"
He then introduced Jiang Tiansheng, "Bob Kent, Lilith Kent, from Italy. They are father and daughter, and are world-class master tailors."
Hearing this introduction, Jiang Tiansheng understood the purpose of the guests' visit.
At the same time, he was greatly shocked.
Chen Fan had invited the world's top master tailors for Su Yingxue's designer competition.
This was quite a considerable undertaking.
"Hi, Jack's friends are our friends. Jiang, hello!"
Bob gave Jiang Tiansheng a warm hug.
Lilith also greeted him but did not approach for a hug.
After the introductions, Bob said, "Jack, come quickly and see the finished product I made according to your design. I wonder if you'll be satisfied."
"However, I'm curious, which lucky woman will get to wear the dress you designed?"
"Yes, Jack, your actions make me extremely jealous!" Lilith added.
Chen Fan laughed, "I forgot to mention in the email; this isn't my design. I don't have that kind of talent. This is the work of a friend of mine!"
"Regardless, let's take a look first!"
Bob said.
Lilith opened a specialized case, almost as tall as a person.
Inside lay an exquisite long dress covered with a plastic bag.
It was a half-wedding dress design, with a round neckline and off-the-shoulder style, adorned with intricate hollow patterns. The dress itself was stunningly beautiful.
Lilith held the dress up for Chen Fan to examine.
"How is it, my friend, are you satisfied?"
Bob smiled, "I spent three days making it, pouring all my lifelong tailoring skills into it!"
"It's beautiful, Bob, thank you both so much."
Chen Fan was filled with joy and said with a smile, "Actually, you could have just mailed the dress; there was no need to come in person!"
"No, no, my friend, if we had just mailed it, it wouldn't have shown my gratitude," Bob said with reverence. "You saved our lives, especially Lilith's, who means the world to me. Being able to do something for you makes me extremely happy."
"Jack, I've missed you too. Five years have passed, and I've grown up," Lilith said. "But you seemed to have disappeared. I really wanted to see you again and sincerely thank you!"
Chen Fan smiled faintly, "As I said, saving you back then was just a casual act. You don't need to be so grateful!"
"To you, it was casual, but to us, it was a divine grace, allowing us to continue experiencing the beauty of life!"
"Jack, if you're willing to let me take your body measurements, I'll handle all your clothes from now on!"
Bob said sincerely.
Chen Fan shook his head, "The dress is beautiful, and I'm very satisfied. Jiang will host you. If you need anything, you can find him. I must leave now!"
"Alright, Jack, seeing you again has fulfilled my wish. But I still want to say that the design of this dress isn't perfect. It has a great sense of spirit and is beautifully designed, but the waist area is a bit too loose, and the proportions aren't entirely coordinated," Bob remarked.
Chen Fan paused.
When it came to his professional field, Bob transformed into someone else, speaking fluently. "And this part of the sleeve elbow is missing a lining..."
"I don't know the purpose of you needing this work, but I suspect the designer is a newcomer, very talented but lacking experience."
"I wish to meet this designer to understand their design concept more deeply and then perfect this piece!"
As expected of the world's top master tailors, Bob's discernment was incredibly sharp.
Of course, tailors at a master level were rarely lacking in design skills.
Chen Fan glanced at Jiang Tiansheng and said, "No problem, Bob. Jiang will take you to meet the designer. I'll have a word with Jiang, and you can rest for now. I wish you a pleasant stay."
Exiting the suite, Chen Fan said to Jiang Tiansheng, "Arrange for Bob to meet Su Yingxue at Huancai."
Jiang Tiansheng asked, "Should we intentionally conceal this from Miss Su?"
"You and Bob will discuss this. Facilitate their collaboration to perfect Su Yingxue's design and then create it!" Chen Fan instructed. "Don't let Su Yingxue know that I invited Bob."
"Understood!"
"Host them well and try to meet their requirements. Let me know when they are about to leave."
Chen Fan added, and then left the hotel.
Jiang Tiansheng was filled with admiration.
He knew Bob's reputation; he was an industry elite, tailoring clothes for figures like presidents and royalty.
Yet, Mr. Long had not explicitly requested it, and this top master had come to China of his own volition to serve Mr. Long!
How much influence did that represent?