AWB Chapter 224 What's making you so happy?
Chapter 224 What's making you so happy?
Lu Qingqing's gaze fell on the stack of names and the gleaming silver coins on the table.
She looked closely, and sure enough, it was true.
The number of pre-orders for Peter Rabbit patterned backpacks far surpasses that of other backpacks.
She couldn't help but shake her head slightly.
A doting smile curved his lips.
He muttered to himself:
"It must be that clever Sanmao."
I told everyone the story of Peter Rabbit.
Thinking of Sanmao's usual lively and clever demeanor,
Lu Qingqing could almost imagine it.
He gestured wildly as he recounted Peter Rabbit's adventures to his friends.
It must have been his vivid and engaging narration.
It successfully piqued the children's curiosity and affection for Peter Rabbit.
That's what makes Peter Rabbit backpacks so popular.
at this time,
Second sister-in-law Wang Xiuxiu came over carrying a tray of freshly brewed tea.
Seeing the smile on Lu Qingqing's face,
Curious, I asked:
"Qingqing, what's making you so happy?"
Lu Qingqing raised her head, her eyebrows curving into a smile.
He handed the list to Wang Xiuxiu and said with a smile:
"Second sister-in-law, these are the schoolbags I made for the children."
They reserved over a hundred orders today when they returned to the academy!
Look at this reservation list,
Peter Rabbit patterned backpacks were the most popular.
It must have been Sanmao who told everyone that story.
The kids are completely captivated by her.
Upon hearing this, Wang Xiuxiu's eyes widened instantly.
His face was full of surprise.
What did you say, Qingqing?
"More than a hundred backpacks have already been pre-ordered?"
Lu Qingqing's smile deepened, and she nodded vigorously.
"Yes, Second Sister-in-law, here, this is the deposit."
One hundred and eight taels in total.
The children sell them for one or two taels of silver each.
I never expected the kids to be so capable.
That was handled beautifully!
As he spoke,
She pointed to the neatly arranged silver coins on the table.
Wang Xiuxiu looked at the pile of gleaming silver.
Both surprised and delighted
"My goodness, this is such great news!"
Qingqing, with your skills and the children's encouragement,
Our business has gotten off to a good start.
It's just that so many have been booked at once.
We need to hurry up and get it done.
Lu Qingqing's expression turned serious.
"Second sister-in-law, that's what I think too."
But don't worry.
Let's use the oilcloth that Dad made first.
Dad said there would be another batch of oilcloth in a couple of days, and that would be ready.
And you and me,
In addition to Chunlan and the other three,
You can do quite a lot in a day.
Anyway, the kids aren't in a hurry.
"We'll work a little harder these next few days, but there shouldn't be any problems."
Wang Xiuxiu nodded in agreement.
"Okay, Qingqing, you're right."
In that case, let's start doing it first thing tomorrow morning.
Lu Qingqing replied:
"Okay, Second Sister-in-law,"
Let's all get some rest early tonight.
I'll start making the schoolbag first thing tomorrow morning.
Wang Xiuxiu nodded.
He then gave Chunlan and the other maids a few more instructions.
Everyone then dispersed and went back to their rooms to rest.
Lu Qingqing lay on the bed,
Gazing at the moonlight like water outside the window,
I was mentally planning out the process of making the schoolbag tomorrow.
As I was thinking, I drifted off to sleep without realizing it.
The next day, before dawn...
Lu Qingqing was awakened by the chirping of birds outside the window.
She jumped up in a flash.
After a quick wash, I went to the yard.
Unexpectedly, Wang Xiuxiu and Chunlan had already started doing it.
"Miss, we've already divided up the tasks."
"You just need to draw on the backpack for a while."
Chunlan said with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Lu Qingqing's eyes were filled with relief.
"Chunlan, you've really thought this through."
With your help, I feel much more at ease.
Wang Xiuxiu nodded in approval from the side.
"Yes, you guys are usually very clever."
The division of labor this time is also reasonable.
The cutting, sewing, and finishing were all arranged clearly.
Let's proceed according to this plan.
We'll try our best to make the schoolbags quickly and well.
Having said that, everyone went about their respective duties.
They quickly immersed themselves in the intense production process.
Chunlan picked up the scissors,
With focused attention, he cut the oilcloth along the drawn lines.
Every cut was precise.
It was as if the scissors had been given life.
The oilcloth obediently transformed into neat schoolbag components in her hands.
Xia He sat to one side.
The needle and thread flew up and down in her hands.
It's like dancing gracefully among the fabric.
She was completely focused.
They carefully sewed together the pieces of oilcloth that had been cut out.
The fine stitches resemble a delicate chain.
The backpack was gradually outlined and shaped.
Qiuju and Dongmei worked together seamlessly.
One was busy passing around tools.
Make sure that you have enough supplies for Cymbidium goeringii and Cymbidium faberi;
The other one was carefully tidying up the remaining scraps.
Arrange them neatly by category.
To keep the entire production space in an orderly manner at all times.
Lu Qingqing sat at the table,
The main body of the backpack, already cut and sewn, is placed in front of me.
She took a deep breath, dipped her brush in the paint, and...
They began to carefully draw Peter Rabbit patterns on their schoolbags.
Her brushstrokes are light and lively.
The outline of Peter Rabbit gradually became clearer under her pen.
The rabbit looked as if it was about to leap off the cloth.
It is full of life and vitality.
Wang Xiuxiu was a little curious.
"Qingqing, what story did you tell Sanmao?"
Those clever kids ordered so many in just one day!
Why don't you tell your sister-in-law about it? I'd like to hear it too.
Lu Qingqing smiled slightly.
He paused his work of arranging the fabric and began to explain:
"Second sister-in-law, this story is called 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit'."
It's about a little rabbit named Peter.
It's so mischievous!
The mother rabbit instructed it and its brothers and sisters,
Never go to Mr. McGonagall's vegetable garden.
It's dangerous there. But Peter wouldn't listen.
He secretly slipped into the vegetable garden.
"and then?"
Wang Xiuxiu listened intently and couldn't help but ask more questions.
Lu Qingqing continued:
Peter ate with great relish in the vegetable garden.
I ate all kinds of carrots and lettuce.
As it turned out, Mr. McGonagall found it.
He grabbed a rake and chased after them.
Peter was so scared that he ran for his life, losing one of his shoes in the process.
Clothes were also hung on the fence.
They barely managed to escape and ran home in a sorry state.
The mother rabbit was both annoyed and amused by her rabbit's expression.
Punish it by not letting it eat dinner.
I only gave it some chamomile tea.
Wang Xiuxiu couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"That Peter Rabbit is really mischievous."
But this story is indeed interesting.
No wonder the kids love it.
Everyone's scrambling to order Peter Rabbit-patterned backpacks.
Lu Qingqing nodded, "Yes."
Children have rich imaginations.
I have no resistance to such novel and interesting stories.
And Sanmao and the other little guys
They'd definitely embellish it and make it even more captivating.
That's why so many students booked it.
Chunlan said with a smile,
"Miss,
You can imagine how much the children at the academy loved hearing these fresh and interesting stories.
I listened to it and I liked it too.
Miss,
The rabbit you drew is cuter than ordinary rabbits.
Lu Qingqing's eyebrows curved into a smile, her face beaming.
"Chunlan, if you like, wait until we're done with this busy period..."
I'll draw one especially for you.
"Really? Miss, that's wonderful!"
Chunlan's eyes instantly shone like stars.
Full of anticipation and joy.
Wang Xiuxiu joked from the side:
Look how happy Chunlan is.
Qingqing, your drawing skills and storytelling ability are amazing!
That's truly admirable.
Our Peter Rabbit backpacks are sure to be a huge hit!
Lu Qingqing waved her hand modestly.
"Second sister-in-law, this is all thanks to everyone's hard work."
I can't do it alone.
We'll need your help to get this done.