Whenever the topic turned to magic, Aurora would talk more. But thinking that those who didn't specialize in this stuff might not understand, she briefly explained the principle and quickly stopped the topic to avoid boring Iris.
"But this spell is quite fun, and very practical. For example, look at this."
Aurora cast the spell on the mirror again, and immediately, an identical jacket appeared on Iris in the mirror.
"Celestia above...!"
Seeing this, Iris's eyes lit up.
She twisted her body slightly in front of the mirror and found that the jacket in the mirror also deformed and wrinkled with her movements. Although there was a slight stiffness, she had to say this magic was amazing.
Especially for some designers, if this technology could be applied to custom clothing, perhaps customers could "try on" clothes at the design draft stage.
Iris discovered a business opportunity.
"This magic is great! But for non-professional ponies, learning and using this magic would probably take a long time, right."
Thinking of the practical factors, the thoughts that had just risen in Iris's mind quickly cooled down.
The time required for an ordinary Unicorn to edit the spectrum of a set of clothes might be far greater than the time it takes to make a ready-to-wear garment, and given that the spectrum would have to be re-edited for every change in the design draft, this efficiency was not optimistic, and calculating the extra technical cost, it was clearly not worth it.
"The labor... pony-power efficiency is too low, and because the technical threshold is relatively high, it would certainly be difficult to promote."
Aurora said matter-of-factly, also admitting the drawbacks of this magic.
"However, I've been thinking about directly converting the magic formula into magic paths and setting them on the mirror. That way, one would only need to add magic and a reference object, and it could automatically image through the mirror reflection. I just haven't found a material suitable for making this mirror yet; it must have both magic adaptability and mirror setting properties."
If a magic storage device were added, even non-Unicorns could use it.
Aurora didn't say this out loud; after all, Iris was a Unicorn herself, and didn't need such an attachment.
As if chatting casually, Aurora stated a very incredible thing in a flat tone. Her attention was entirely on the mirror at this moment.
Seeing "Sunset Shimmer" in the mirror also synchronizing her movements made Aurora find it very interesting.
But come to think of it, does this count as a pony version of a VTuber?
"Ms. Aurora."
Iris suddenly changed from her previous friendly and leisurely demeanor, facing Aurora with a serious and sincere attitude.
"I'll give these clothes to you. I'll have them packed in the highest-standard packaging as a small token of my appreciation."
"Regarding the magical mirror you mentioned, I will do my best to help find the materials. I hope that after you make it, you will definitely place it in my shop! I will definitely give you a price for the patent fee that will satisfy you!"
Immediately after, as if remembering Aurora's net worth and family background, she paused slightly, then lowered her voice and changed her wording.
"At that time... please be sure to go easy on me."
Seeing this sudden change in Iris, Aurora was somewhat amused.
She only came to shop, so how did she seem to have unknowingly closed a deal? This couldn't be an inherited talent from her father, right?
But then again, if Iris could really help her get the materials she wanted, this would be a win-win cooperation. She could also add an extra source of income for her family; after all, one can never have too much money.
After all, Iris was a quite famous fashion designer, so she should be quite knowledgeable about various materials and have rich procurement channels.
Aurora thought this could work.
"If you can really get the materials, I'd be happy to see it happen. I have the technology, you have the channels; let's grow and strengthen together."
"That's a great thing to say! It's definitely the best thing I've heard on the eve of Hearths Warming Eve! By the way, here is my business card, let's keep in touch!"
Iris handed Aurora a business card and then happily went to pack the gifts for Aurora. Thinking that her fashion store was about to have such a magical mirror, she seemed to have already foreseen the scene of her shop being packed with customer traffic.
Today must be her lucky day, to have such a big opportunity fall into her lap for no reason.
Iris looked at Aurora again, feeling that the more she looked, the more she liked her.
"Dear Flying Light, do you really not need to pick out a few new clothes for yourself? I have many styles here that suit you, and I can give you a half-price discount... no, how about 30% off?"
Seeing that Iris seemed to want to play with the genuine my little pony toys, Aurora's expression changed.
Why was this Iris asking for everything? She was pushing her luck.
Aurora showed an awkward but polite smile, quickly took the wrapped gift boxes, and started to back away.
"Let's leave it for today, I have something else to do and must go first... Next time when I have time, I will definitely patronize you again."
Dodging the steps of Iris, who was approaching with various beautiful dresses, Aurora left the fashion store in a slightly flustered manner, leaving Iris looking at her retreating figure with some regret.
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