The curtains were drawn open just a sliver, and eager sunlight surged in, creating a pillar of light in the room.
Normally, in such a beam you could see the dust floating about, but not this time—the diligent and capable Maid Chief Tong Yao had cleaned everything spotlessly, without sparing even a single speck of dust.
Tong Yao let the curtains down and turned back to look at Lin Shuang, who was still lying in bed, and cheerfully said, "Get up, Master. It’s another fine day today."
It was already noon. The Maid Chief, who had been on strike all morning, decided to resume her duties in the afternoon, as tomorrow was the Master’s birthday and there were many things to prepare.
But then again, it wasn’t really a strike in the morning, was it?
The diligent and capable Maid Chief Ayao had been busy since last night!
Lin Shuang, still in bed, was proof of her hard and capable work.
Lin Shuang lay there, hands cushioning the back of his head, as if he were contemplating life, gazing at his Maid Chief Ayao.
Hmm, Ayao looks to be in great spirits.
Her complexion is rosy and radiant; she could totally be a skincare spokesperson.
The host in the commercial would ask her: So, Ayao, how exactly did you achieve such beautiful skin? Would you like to share your secret with everyone?
And Ayao would say...
In short, with every bottle of skincare product produced, a master falls exhausted!
Without trade, there’s no killing!
"Master, stop staring~"
But this time, Ayao didn’t dodge as usual and instead sat down at the bedside, handing the hairdryer to Lin Shuang.
"Blow-dry my hair for me, Master."
Lin Shuang stretched out his arms for a seated forward bend, then sat up, wrapping his arms from behind around his Maid Chief, and lazily rested his chin on her shoulder.
"You want a hug too, huh? It’s time to get up~"
Even though she said so, Ayao didn’t resist at all and leaned back, making it easier for him to hug her.
Lin Shuang wept on her shoulder - of course, it was all pretend.
"Ah, so you really do stop cherishing once you’ve got it!"
Ayao turned her head with a smile and nuzzled his cheek, "Not at all... um, Wanwan said to take it slow, not to reveal too much at once to keep the freshness, we’ve already gone overboard today~"
"Don’t be fooled by that wicked woman’s seductive words!"
"Does Xiao Han also say the same?"
"That one’s even more of a Demoness!"
It’s all their conspiracy! Clearly, these two enjoy overindulging the most!
"Hehe, Teacher Xia has taught similar theories, too."
"Ayao, you really benefit from numerous mentors, gathering the best of all worlds!"
Lin Shuang laughed and picked up the hairdryer to start drying Ayao’s hair.
He collected her waist-length hair with his hand, revealing the smooth, fair, and tender back of a young girl.
From the back ... the curves truly captivate one’s gaze.
And are irresistible to touch.
Lin Shuang held the hairdryer in one hand, expertly working on the hair, while the other hand caressed her waist.
Ayao stroked his palm.
Amid the white noise of the hairdryer, she spoke softly, "... Then, what does Master think of my learning outcomes... eep, I’m still so shy!"
Lin Shuang laughed, "Perfect score! But don’t get too proud, Ayao. We need to keep learning together, progressing together!"
After the hair was dried, Ayao stood up, snatched away Lin Shuang’s blanket, "Up you get, time to rise~"
Lin Shuang rolled over in bed, "I want to sleep a bit more while hugging Ayao..."
Ayao neatly folded the blanket and leaned in to give him a kiss.
"If Master goes on... Ayao might want to go on strike again."
She pulled back the curtains and stood in the sunlight, like a saintess bathed in holy light.
"But after all, Ayao still has plenty of time to spend with her master."
Ayao tilted her head and gave him a gentle smile, "Please continue to guide me for the rest of my life, Master."
Su Wan and Yan Han went to class together again, and Tong Yao originally thought there was no one else at home. When she opened the door and came out of Lin Shuang’s bedroom, she caught sight of Teacher Xia sitting in the living room.
It felt like she had done something wrong and ran into a teacher as soon as she stepped out the door!
Always a good student, Ayao wanted to sneak back into the master’s bedroom, but Xia Yixin, who was reading through documents, had already looked up at her.
So Ayao waved her hand and greeted, "Good morning, Teacher Xia..."
Teacher Xia spoke blankly, "...it’s already the afternoon."
He was a responsible teacher who seriously pointed out the student’s mistake.
And this teacher also kindly inquired about the student’s well-being, "Tong Yao, you’re looking well."
Well, it was almost the same as every other time with the young miss...
Teacher Xia subconsciously touched his own cheek: his complexion wasn’t as good.
Ayao pursed her lips with a hint of complaint, "Teacher Xia!"
Teacher Xia still wanted to show his concern for the student, "Have you been able to apply the knowledge you’ve learned, Tong Yao?"
"...I’m going to change into my maid costume now, Teacher Xia!"
Ayao quickly scurried back to her own room with her head down.
Teacher Xia watched her retreating back, a smile involuntarily curving his lips.
Good, getting revenge on the boss through his own Maid Chief.
But the smile didn’t last long, slowly turning into a downturned pout.
A feeling of being pitiable and somewhat coquettish emerged.
The knowledge she had crammed... hadn’t been fully utilized yet.
She taught her student but starved the teacher!
There wasn’t any important meeting at the company today, so Xia Yixin stayed behind to serve as Lin Shuang’s temporary maid.
Moreover, Lin Shuang’s birthday was tomorrow, and she also wanted to contribute.
"If Teacher Xia is also here~"
Ayao clasped her hands together, "We could prepare an even more sumptuous meal."
Xia Yixin, wearing another set of Ayao’s maid outfits, didn’t fit perfectly, but she did have some Maid Chief vibes from the Xia Family.
However, in front of Lin Shuang, she still looked like an easy target.
She looked up at Lin Shuang who was chopping vegetables beside her, and asked softly.
"So... for about how many people do we need to prepare the meal?"
Lin Shuang almost cut his hand!
Yixin, don’t ask such sharp questions!
Ayao also watched him with a smile, "Master, you’re going to invite everyone, right?"
Lin Shuang was sweating profusely as he went over the guest list in his mind.
Alright, alright, the big dining table in the villa could fit everyone.
Shall we have everyone come over for a feast and make dumplings together in harmony?
Ayao spoke again, "Hmm, it’s a pity Little Dove is at summer camp, otherwise we could drag her here to help prepare the meal, for such a large group of people."
How could you, the older sister, actively count your younger sister-in-law too!
Xia Yixin continued to press, "So, who exactly are we expecting?"
This Secretary Xia must be doing this on purpose!
Once back in the office, he was going to catch her and give her a good scolding!