"So, have you decided what you want to do?" Jane Sampson curiously asked.
If she hadnāt known Jillian Carter before, seeing her today, Jane Sampson might really think Jillian Carter was just such a lively and cheerful person.
Jillian Carter nodded, "Iāve decided, I want to create my own clothing brand, start my own clothing company, and make it big, with the most traditional elements from our country."
Jillian Carter chatted enthusiastically the whole way, and Jane Sampson, who thought the evening might be awkward, found that from the time they were on the road until they sat down to eat, Jillian Carter hadnāt stopped talking.
James Carter isnāt the type to interrupt, so with Jillian wanting to talk, Jane Sampson was willing to listen.
The dishes were on the table, all light dishes, but they were colorful, fragrant, and flavorful.
"I heard from Brother that you were born prematurely, not reaching full term in motherās belly. Lately, youāve been filming and drinking Chinese medicine to recuperate every day. Brother said you have a weak stomach and spleen, so you need to eat some light, nutritious food. Thatās why I ordered these dishes that I think you can eat and might enjoy. Jane, look, if thereās nothing you like, just take the menu and add more. Weāre all family, so please donāt be shy about it."
Jillian Carter placed the menu next to Jane Sampson and said, "Brother and I usually prefer heavier flavors, but thatās okay. Weāre eating with you today and can try the dishes here; itās good to change things up occasionally."
Jane Sampson glanced at the table of dishes, just three people, but Jillian Carter ordered seven dishes and two soups. Jane Sampson smiled and waved her hand, not touching the menu, and cheerfully said there was no need.
"Alright then." Jillian Carter placed the menu aside, turned to continue the topic with James Carter that they were discussing earlier, "Brother, about what I mentioned on the roadāIām serious about starting a company. I talked to Joseph Shaw, and he supports me. You know how I tend to spend money lavishly, so I basically have no savings."
Speaking of which, Jillian Carter bashfully smiled at Jane Sampson, "Jane, donāt laugh at me in your heart. Iāve never worried about money since I was young, so with daddy, mommy, and brother pampering me, I never had the mindset to make, save, or manage money. Money comes into my hands and goes out just as fastāthatās my bad habit. But Iāve decided, Iām going to change."
"I get what youāre saying." James Carter had listened to Jillian Carterās detailed plan for the company on the road earlier, and even he was a bit surprised.
It was unexpected that Jillian Carter would do so much preparation before doing something this time. It was clear she was seriously planning to do one thing right this time.
"By the way, Jillian, did Joseph Shaw help you with this plan?" James Carter suddenly remembered and asked.
"Yes, otherwise, with my limited knowledge, you know how it is, Brother." Jillian Carter, a little embarrassed, shifted her sitting position, "He even said he wanted to invest in me, asking how much startup funding I needed, and he would give me that amount. But I didnāt agree."
"Brother, although Joseph Shaw and I are husband and wife, if I rely entirely on him to fund my company, wouldnāt that mean Iām just helping him open a company? And when the company is up and running, Iād have no confidence in my own words. I donāt want that; Iāll only take a small portion of his funds. The rest, you and daddy and mommy absolutely have to support me."