Richard Mille.
Known as the ticket for billionaires.
A brand founded only in '01, yet it quickly became the spokesperson for top-tier sports watches.
Its watch models are all very expensive, with an average price of around 1.2 million.
Even the entry-level model costs 600,000.
Such high prices make even a century-old brand like Patek Philippe struggle to keep up.
A unique and highly recognizable design.
High-quality materials, using nano TZP ceramic, graphene, and more, give the watches better performance and quality.
Top-tier movements, precision tourbillons, and intricate mechanical beauty are all on full display; the meticulous polishing in every detail is breathtaking.
This series is what gives Richard Mille its expensive confidence.
Plus, they are limited editions.
This led Richard Mille to become a sought-after object for countless wealthy people and celebrities in later years.
In just a few short months, the price of a single watch could double to an exaggerated degree.
Owning a Richard Mille became an irreplaceable status symbol!
Zhou Xing didn't pay much attention to these things.
He had always wanted to buy a wristwatch, so when he saw Richard Mille, he naturally walked in.
Richard Mille's youthful and sporty style also suited Zhou Xing quite well.
As soon as he stepped into the store...
A sporty vibe hit him.
Carbon fiber everywhere, precision tourbillons, various formulas, and elements of supercars filled the store.
Among high-end, elegant watch brands, this was definitely unique.
"Sir, welcome to Richard Mille. I am the sales assistant, Wen Shiman. Do you have an appointment?"
A sales assistant in the store came forward to greet him.
It was a girl, but she was dressed very formally.
A black suit paired with white gloves, and her hair was tied up.
Zhou Xing shook his head and said, "No."
"May I ask how to address you, sir?"
"My surname is Zhou."
Wen Shiman still wore a professional smile: "Alright, Mr. Zhou. May I ask if you have heard of our brand before?"
"I've heard a bit."
Zhou Xing said indifferently.
In the internet era of his past life, even if he didn't care much about these things, he often came across news of which celebrity or tycoon was wearing a Richard Mille worth millions or even tens of millions.
"Since Mr. Zhou has heard of our brand, I won't go into too much detail. I believe Mr. Zhou also knows that our brand is based on breaking the constraints of traditional watchmaking to create wristwatches that are comfortable, shock-resistant, durable, precise, and lightweight."
"At the same time, it is also known as a Formula 1 for the wrist."
Wen Shiman said with a smile, "I wonder if Mr. Zhou came here today to order a custom watch, or if you already have a specific model in mind?"
"I don't have a specific model in mind. Why don't you introduce some to me?"
Zhou Xing didn't know much about Richard Mille's models either.
"No problem, Mr. Zhou. May I learn about your needs and your daily activities?"
Wen Shiman asked softly, "Only then can I recommend a model that suits you based on your daily needs."
Zhou Xing frowned and glanced across the counter.
Just as he was about to speak, he saw a watch stored separately inside.
It was locked in a small transparent box.
It sat there quietly, but it instantly caught Zhou Xing's eye.
An orange strap, a case with undulating grey and black stripes, perfectly integrated with a mechanically charming dial.
Compared to a wearable watch, it looked more like a piece of art.
"What watch is this?"
Zhou Xing asked, pointing at the watch in the box.
"This is our RM 50-03. It's a limited edition watch in collaboration with mclaren this year, with only 75 pieces worldwide."
"It draws inspiration from the mclaren F1 racing scene and uses graphene material, which is two hundred times stronger than steel but only one-sixth the weight."
"Its movement weighs only 7 grams, and the entire watch weighs only 38 grams. It is currently the lightest watch in the world."
Wen Shiman introduced with a smile: "Although this watch is light, the technical craftsmanship inside is extremely complex. It is also equipped with our brand's pride, the tourbillon. While being lightweight, it can meet most of your sports scenarios."
"Can I take it out and try it on?"
Zhou Xing glanced at the RM 50-03.
His luck was pretty good.
With only 75 pieces worldwide, he actually managed to encounter one in the store.
If he remembered correctly, Richard Mille in later years was not just a watch, but also had extremely high collection value.
Especially limited editions; they were basically impossible to find.
But thinking about it, it was normal.
Back in 2016, Richard Mille wasn't very famous in China, and not many people had heard of it.
It wasn't until 2017, after the celebrity Pan Dashuai showed off his watch on a show...
...that the name Richard Mille gradually began to appear in the public eye.
Then it became unstoppable.
It made sense that there was such a watch in the store now.
"Certainly."
Wen Shiman opened the counter and took out the small box.
She placed it carefully on the counter and then took out an exquisite small gold key.
She opened the lock inside.
"Mr. Zhou, please let me put it on for you."
Wen Shiman held the watch with both hands and said apologetically, "Please don't mind, Mr. Zhou. Because this watch is quite valuable, for safety's sake, it's more appropriate for me to handle it."
Zhou Xing nodded in understanding and immediately stepped forward, extending his right hand.
Wen Shiman unfastened the strap and gently placed it on Zhou Xing's hand. Only after confirming it was secure did she let go.
Zhou Xing raised his right hand and took a careful look.
The more he looked at this watch, the more he liked it.
It was also very light to wear; if he didn't pay attention, he couldn't even feel a watch on his hand.
Without further hesitation, he asked, "How much is this watch?"
"The current price of our RM 50-03 is 6.737 million."
Luo Qianqian, standing behind, widened her eyes.
Did she hear that right?
Just this tiny watch, which looked ordinary and was from a brand she had never heard of...
...actually cost over 6.7 million!
This price could already buy a very nice house in Shanghai in full.
She originally thought the prices of the clothes and bags she bought were exaggerated enough, but she didn't expect this to be even more shocking.
In comparison, it simply paled in comparison.
"Swipe the card."
After hearing the price, Zhou Xing took out his bank card with a normal expression.
He felt that this price was actually quite reasonable and fair.
Once this brand became completely popular, buying an RM watch at its original price would be basically impossible.
A price markup of hundreds of thousands or even a million would be the norm.
The poor play with cars, the rich play with watches.
This saying was not wrong.
For things like watches, there is no upper limit to the price; they can be called the luxury of luxuries.
Wealthy people also aim to own a limited-edition watch.
The bank card was handed to Wen Shiman, but she froze and didn't take it for a long time.
A watch worth over six million.
Even for the wealthy, it wasn't a small amount.
Yet Zhou Xing was going to buy this watch as if it were nothing.
Her first reaction was whether Zhou Xing was playing with her, but then she thought, someone who could appear here and spend money... couldn't be an ordinary person.
Instantly, she felt an incomparable surprise hit her.
"Please hurry up, I have things to do."
Zhou Xing urged.
Wen Shiman finally snapped out of it, a heartfelt smile appearing on her face as she respectfully took the bank card: "I'm sorry, I'll process it for you right away."
"Please wait a moment."
Wen Shiman hurriedly brought Perrier for Zhou Xing and Luo Qianqian: "Please sit here for a moment. I'll print the receipt and wrap your watch up."
"No need, just process the payment."
Zhou Xing waved his hand; he might as well just wear this watch on his hand.
"Alright."
Wen Shiman turned to the counter, and after printing the receipt, she held the POS machine and knelt before Zhou Xing: "Please enter your password."
After the password was entered...
The machine spat out the transaction receipt.
Wen Shiman and Luo Qianqian both let out a breath at the same time.
It sounded a bit abrupt in the store.
The two looked at each other and smiled somewhat awkwardly.
Luo Qianqian was shocked by the price of this watch; it was practically like wearing a house on his wrist.
While Wen Shiman was relieved that the transaction for this watch was successful.
"Thank you very much for your support of Richard Mille. If you have any issues during subsequent use, you can come to the store or call for a consultation."
Wen Shiman brought the packaging box for the watch, put it in a bag, and handed it to Zhou Xing with both hands.
After taking the bag, Zhou Xing walked out of the store.
Luo Qianqian hurriedly followed.
The two walked out of Hang Lung Plaza.
Zhou Xing lifted his wrist to check the time; it was almost noon.
So he took Luo Qianqian to find a restaurant.
After finishing lunch...
Zhou Xing drove the Lamborghini and dropped Luo Qianqian off at the Ritz-Carlton.
Luo Qianqian opened the car door but saw that Zhou Xing had no intention of getting out. She asked in confusion, "Aren't you coming up?"
"I have things to do this afternoon. I promised An Ya yesterday that I'd accompany her for a stroll."
Zhou Xing had no intention of hiding it.
Although Luo Qianqian was mentally prepared, she couldn't help but show a look of disappointment.
But soon, she said obediently, "I understand."
"For dinner, you can call room service and have the restaurant send it up, or you can go out to eat if you want."
"I'd rather not."
Luo Qianqian shook her head: "I was tired enough last night, and I bought so many things this morning. Now I just want to go back and have a good rest."
"Whatever works."
Zhou Xing took out his phone and transferred 100,000 to Luo Qianqian: "Anyway, it's up to you."
"Does this count as... me being kept by you?"
Luo Qianqian looked at the transfer on her phone.
"What do you think?"
Zhou Xing asked back.
"Definitely. If I were your legal wife, you wouldn't dare tell me so blatantly that you're going to see another girl this afternoon."
Luo Qianqian's tone was resentful.
"Isn't this the life you wanted?"
Zhou Xing looked at her with a smile: "Between love and bread, you chose bread, so you have to be prepared to be a canary kept in a cage."
"Could it be that you regret it?"
Luo Qianqian recalled the crazy spending in the mall just now.
It felt like a dream!
But it was also addictive. Once experienced, it was hard to give up.
"No."
Luo Qianqian said, "It's just that I'm a bit greedy. While I want the bread, I also want a little bit of love."
"That way you won't dump me so quickly."
Zhou Xing gave a faint smile: "As long as you don't think about leaving, I won't abandon you."
"A man's mouth is a lying ghost."
Luo Qianqian didn't quite believe Zhou Xing's words: "You say that now, but once you're bored and the novelty wears off, you'll probably kick me away and look for someone new."
"I say that to all my women."
Zhou Xing said calmly.
Luo Qianqian looked at the man in front of her and was suddenly stunned.
She found that Zhou Xing had become even more handsome in her eyes. At this moment, she didn't care about Zhou Xing having other women; she leaned forward and kissed his cheek.
Suddenly, she realized that being a mistress wasn't something so hard to accept.
"Thank you, Zhou Xing. Meeting you is truly the greatest luck of my life."
Luo Qianqian gazed at Zhou Xing, looking moved: "Can I make a slightly excessive request? At least when it's just the two of us, can I call you hubby?"
"Why not?"
"Hubby."
"Hmm?"
"I love you!"