Silvia looked at the dress the woman was wearing. It was indeed from last year's collection, but most people wouldn't admit to wearing last year's outdated fashion because it's embarrassing. Yet, it was clear that this woman was in dire straits recently, so she wore this dress.
"I've seen this dress you're wearing last year. I have a similar one in my collection. Yours is the basic version, and mine is the designer version. If you don't mind, I can have it sent over right now. I haven't touched it since I bought it. That should compensate you."
Regular dresses are affordable for most people, but designer dresses are customized and not something everyone can afford. Silvia's suggestion made the woman feel uneasy, but she also felt ashamed. She had caused such a fuss over a regular dress, and now she was offered a compensation that made her feel embarrassed.
"Are you intentionally humiliating me?"
"Why would I? If you think your dress is dirty, I'll compensate you. If you want me to compensate you at full price, that's fine too. But the price might not match the value of my designer dress. You need to think carefully about what's best for you now."
Sometimes Silvia didn't want to make things too explicit. If she talked about money, it might not change the woman's situation. But having another designer dress could open up many opportunities for her. Even if she sold it, it would definitely fetch more than the compensation she received today.
After hearing Silvia's words, the woman's face turned pale and green alternatively, but she felt tempted. If she only got money, it wouldn't mean much. But if she could get a designer dress, it would be different. Even a regular designer dress was something she couldn't easily afford now.
"It seems you've made up your mind. Take this card. Contact my assistant later, and he'll explain everything about the dress and the next steps."
The other party didn't say anything, but Silvia knew what decision they had made. So, without hesitation, she handed over her business card. The other person's face felt hot, but they still accepted the card.
"Sorry, madam. I was wrong today. I was a bit agitated. I hope you won't hold it against me. But, did you come to the wrong box?"
Now that the matter was resolved, he wasn't nervous anymore, but he couldn't let this matter go. But he had investigated whose box it was before. Now seeing an old lady, his first reaction was that she must have entered the wrong place too.
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