Sister, can I be a maid too?

"That's right, Auntie, I'm not bad either, am I?"

"Hey~ It's a perfect match, it's a perfect match. Take your time eating. If the taste isn't to your liking, just let me know."

The auntie waved with a smile before turning back to the counter.

"Jiang Yubai!"

Lin Jianxia's ears turned bright red, but she didn't dare to speak loudly. She could only glare at him in a low, embarrassed voice:

"What nonsense are you spouting?!"

Jiang Yubai looked completely calm:

"Auntie was just joking casually. You can't explain to everyone you meet that we're just classmates or friends."

"Then you can't just admit to every single one you meet!" Lin Jianxia was even angrier.

"Okay, okay, next time I'll just say we're just strangers sharing a table, alright?" Jiang Yubai casually picked up a piece of fish belly for her. "Here, eat up."

Seeing Lin Jianxia staring blankly at the fish in the bowl, he casually added:

"I've never used these chopsticks before, so they're not unhygienic, are they?"

Lin Jianxia pursed her lips, and for some reason, she stopped eating and started munching on the food with quiet humming.

Jiang Yubai glanced at her out of the corner of his eye, and only after confirming that she wasn't going to continue thinking about the previous topic did he feel relieved enough to pack up the grilled fish for Lin Tingwan.

To be honest, he really didn't think Lin Tingwan's situation was... Lin Jianxia's fault.

If we're really going to talk about responsibility, the biological father who gave birth to the child but didn't raise him should be ranked first.

However, this was ultimately their family matter, and as an outsider, he had no right to say much, so he could only curse in his heart.

...But this grilled fish is really delicious.

The fish skin is slightly charred and crispy, coated with a thin layer of oil. The fresh spiciness of the pickled bamboo shoots and pickled peppers seeps into the snow-white fish meat, making it impossible to stop eating.

Just as he was enjoying his meal, he suddenly heard Lin Jianxia's hesitant voice:

"Hey, do you think Wanwan... can really get better?"

Jiang Yu paused with his chopsticks and looked up at the girl opposite him.

Lin Jianxia was biting the end of her chopsticks, looking at him with some trepidation and a pitiful expression.

Don't make that face, hey...

Jiang Yubai felt his heart soften, and his tone unconsciously became gentler:

"Of course she is! Haven't you noticed, as her older sister, that Lin Tingwan is significantly better than before?"

That's the truth.

To be honest, the original Lin Tingwan could sit in her room for an entire day, doing nothing but gazing at the sky.

And now... although we can't say we've completely stepped out of that door yet, things are much better than before.

As Lin Tingwan's older sister who spends every day with her, Lin Jianxia's feelings must be even more pronounced.

"That's true..."

She pursed her lips, then asked with some confusion:

"But you just talked to Wanwan, and it had such a big effect?"

Actually, there's also a hug...

However, Jiang Yubai dared not say this outright, but simply replied casually:

"No, chatting was just a trigger. Look, Lin Tingwan is reading magazines, comics, and novels now, isn't she?"

Sure enough, Lin Jianxia's attention was immediately drawn to it, and she softly said "Oh".

She thought for a moment, then spoke with some unease:

"But... what if Wanwan learns something strange from the novel?"

Before leaving, I was worried she'd be bored, so I left the novel with Wanwan.

As if recalling a scene, Jiang Yubai's expression stiffened.

"what happened?"

Lin Jianxia keenly noticed that something was wrong with his expression.

"...No, I'll keep an eye on her,"

Jiang Yubai tried hard to make his voice sound less guilty:

"Besides, they're just not talking. They're actually in their final year of high school just like you, okay? They definitely have that kind of discernment."

It should...probably...be alright, right?

Anyway, so far it's just been a hug, so it should be fine.

Jiang Yubai coughed lightly, trying to comfort himself with these thoughts.

"Anyway, your novel... shouldn't have any weird or strange stuff in it, right?"

He had flipped through it a few times before; it was just a typical rebirth romance novel, at least not as outrageous as that previous domineering CEO novel, and it was suitable for all ages.

Upon hearing this, Lin Jianxia on the other end suddenly fell into an eerie silence.

Jiang Yu rolled her eyes and retorted:

"It can't really be true, can it?"

"No, no!"

Lin Jianxia retorted loudly.

It's just... it's just...

There are just two female leads...

Lin Jianxia thought to herself with a guilty conscience.

Is it... alright?

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"By the way, that outfit of yours... was it bought or rented?"

Halfway through the meal, Jiang Yubai suddenly seemed to remember something and asked a question.

Although it was only a short half-day, it left a really deep impression on him.

The layered skirt, the delicate white lace headband, and the striking black and white formal attire—

Even Jiang Yubai, who knows nothing about clothing, could tell that the outfit was definitely not cheap.

Lin Jianxia pouted:

"I already said it's in the closet... Did you buy it or rent it?"

Jiang Yubai looked her up and down, and asked curiously:

"It's not cheap, is it?"

"...Anyway, we won't be taking it out again, so why are you so concerned?" Lin Jianxia grumbled.

Jiang Yubai chuckled.

"I'm just worried you won't have money to pay the rent, okay? Do you think I really want to see this?"

Pshaw, hard to say!

"Anyway...anyway, it didn't cost much, I bought it on sale."

Lin Jianxia gave a vague explanation.

Jiang Yubai looked at her suspiciously for a couple of seconds, but ultimately didn't press the matter, simply saying:

"Just be aware of that, and whatever you do, don't take out any loans or end up with nothing to cover your own expenses."

"I don't want my little cook to scrimp and save just to buy a dress, only to end up having to secretly go out and work to supplement the family income."

Upon hearing this, Lin Jianxia surprisingly didn't retort, only responding softly:

"I know..."

This time, Jiang Yubai remained silent, raising his head to look her over.

Just as Lin Jianxia was feeling a bit puzzled, she heard him ask in confusion:

"Something's not right... Are you still Lin Jianxia? Could you be possessed by some evil spirit?"

"?"

"Jiang Yubai!" Lin Jianxia was furious. "You just need to get a few insults to feel better, don't you!"

Jiang Yubai nodded in satisfaction:

"That's right, it really is Lin Jianxia herself."

Lin Jianxia glared at the guy, so angry she almost threw watermelon juice at his head.

But as she watched, the annoyance in her eyes faded away without her realizing it, and a corner of her heart softened quietly.

Of course she knew that this idiot, though he was always talking nonsense, was actually... genuinely worried about her.

But this maid outfit—she didn't actually spend much money on it.

At first, she searched online, but the prices of those custom-made items were shockingly high, so she could only turn to a local brand in Lincheng.

Thoughts on a Quiet Night

With a "let's give it a try" attitude, Lin Jianxia contacted the store's customer service.

After listening to her request, the customer service representative remained silent for a while, and finally handed her a QQ number to contact.

With a skeptical attitude, she added the other party on QQ and chatted for a long time. To her surprise, the other party generously sent her a perfect maid outfit.

At a price that can be described as practically free.

Lin Jianxia didn't know who was on the other end of the screen, but from the tone of their conversation, she could sense that it must be a bright and gentle girl, like a little sun.

After silently thanking the girl he had never met, Lin Jianxia raised her head and said in a light tone: