Just as the two of them were sharing a tender moment, Zhang Shujuan walked downstairs with Liu Jiajia in tow. She was cradling a heap of clothing, her mouth chattering away without pause. "This child has no opinions of her own. Whenever I asked if something was okay, she’d just nod. So, I decided to put the outfits together myself. I picked out four sets for summer—enough for her to wash and wear—six long-sleeved tops for spring and autumn, four jackets, and six pairs of thin trousers. That way, she won't be caught short if the humid winds roll in. As for winter clothes, we’ll pick those out downstairs. I thought these jackets were perfect; what do you think?"
Zhang Shujuan efficiently pulled out the six coats, which were all quite different in style, and held them up against Liu Jiajia one by one. Chen Xinyue nodded, and they kept them all. Based on the coats, they selected six thermal base layers and six pairs of jeans in various styles and colors. The counter was soon piled high with clothes and trousers.
Afterward, Zhang Shujuan went next door to select shoes based on Chen Xinyue’s size: two pairs of sandals, two pairs of slippers, two pairs of sneakers, two packs of socks, and some undergarments for a young girl. She didn't mention the latter out loud, just showing them to Chen Xinyue for a quick glance. Chen Xinyue gave a slight nod.
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