Chapter 155: Illusion or Reality (1)_1
The Lin Family’s store was located in the most luxurious commercial area. The period before the New Year was the peak season for clothing and jewelry, naturally drawing a constant stream of customers, who came and went like clouds. When Shangguan You and Shangguan Qing went to pick clothes, the Lin Family’s store was naturally their first choice. They had just reached the entrance when they were drawn to the confrontation between the door security and some quarreling patrons.
"If you’re opening your doors for business, why won’t you let us in? Don’t you understand the principle that the customer is God?" The shrill voice of a woman caused the other patrons intending to enter the Lin Family’s store to stop at the entrance, witnessing the entanglement between the security guard and the customers.
"I’m sorry, miss, and the two madams. This is a mall under the Lin Family’s management, and these are orders from above. We have no authority to change them, and likewise, we cannot let you in. Please leave," said the security guard with a polite smile. If one looked closely, they could see that his face was full of resolve; were it not for the crowd, he would have surely thrown them out. Why bother wasting so much breath on them?
"Wanqian, why is this happening? By what right do they refuse to let me in?" This was the second time Shen Jia had been denied entry, her face somewhat flushed with a look of grievance as she turned to Wanqian and Duan Mei.
"Jiajia, leave it to me." Wanqian’s complexion was somewhat pale. Despite having slept well last night, she had constant nightmares. Even with plenty of sleep, she felt no more spirited. She patted Shen Jia’s hand, softly comforting her. At the same time, she pulled out her phone from her LV bag to dial a familiar number.
"Ladies, please don’t block the entrance, and don’t affect our business. Please come this way." The security guard gestured politely, signaling for the three women obstructing the doorway to move aside. Whether they wanted to make a phone call or create a fuss, the priority was not to disrupt their business.
"You!" Shen Jia’s face reddened, and she was about to lash out in anger. But seeing Wanqian’s expression and being tugged by Duan Mei, she refrained from shouting and let the two pull her away.
"I apologize," said Duan Mei, smiling apologetically at the security guard.
"Hahaha, it’s the first time I’ve heard of the Lin Family turning customers away! People like them clearly can’t afford to buy anything; they’re either too poor or they’re thieves, otherwise why would they be denied entry?"
"That’s right. You all should remember this – in the future, when you see these three, it’s best to stay away. They’re not in our league."