"Although it's just a simple life skill, I think Miss Ningning still needs to learn it, consider it as work training," said Aunt Zou, the head maid at Qin Yue's home.
Miss Ningning? That's a bit of a strange title.
"I'm an assistant, doing clerical work and such," Bai Ningning said, "These tasks shouldn't fall under my job description."
"Not at all. Even an office assistant will handle life-related tasks, like making tea for the boss, brewing coffee, or buying or making afternoon tea desserts."
Bai Ningning thought this made some sense: "Alright then."
Aunt Zou took out two outfits and handed them over: "Please change into these, Miss Ningning. You can wear the inner one normally, and put on the other one when you go into the kitchen."
One was a maid outfit, and the other was a small apron.
After changing, Bai Ningning stood in front of the mirror, stunned by her own cuteness.
The maid outfit was the kind seen in Japanese anime; rather than a maid outfit, it was more like a cosplay costume. It was primarily black and white, with short sleeves and a low neckline, complete with cute ribbons and leg bands.
Bai Ningning stared at the mirror for a long time, suddenly realizing—this was just like the catgirl maid outfit from Nekopara!
"Aunt Zou, this maid outfit..."
"It's one of the sets that the young lady likes," Aunt Zou said, "She has it stored in her wardrobe."
Bai Ningning felt a bit dazed, as fragments of memories surfaced.
The original owner was a big fan of the second dimension, playing those games and watching anime, often bringing Qin Yue along to watch.
Every time she saw beautiful and cute clothes, Bai Ningning would casually tell Qin Yue that if there was a chance, she could wear them for her to see.
Naive Qin Yue took her seriously and bought all those clothes, all custom-made by famous tailors.
After recalling those memory fragments, Bai Ningning felt a bit numb.
Sister, you are at least an excellent CEO; can't you see that the original owner was just daydreaming?
Fine, I'll fulfill these dreams.
Bai Ningning changed into the outfit and went to the kitchen to learn from Aunt Zou.
"In the evening, after the young lady finishes work, if it's still early, clear tea is a good choice. If it's too late, prepare hot milk without sugar. If it's both late and tiring, there's no need to prepare drinks; just have some boiled water ready in advance."
Bai Ningning tilted her head: "How do I judge if it's late and tiring?"
Aunt Zou looked at her deeply: "I think Miss Ningning should be very clear about that, and she can even control it herself."
If you are usually well-behaved, facing the young lady with kindness, living harmoniously, going to bed early and waking up early, everyone will be fine.
But if you act wildly and fill the young lady's anger meter, with murderous intent decided, no one can persuade her.
Then came the making of snacks; Aunt Zou taught some key points, and it wasn't too difficult, demonstrating everything.
"Got it?"
Bai Ningning nodded: "Got it."
Seeing it is equivalent to knowing it, doing it is equivalent to mastering it, and doing it well once is the ultimate mastery.
There are no barriers when it comes to food and drink; it's simple to teach, but other things can't be taught right now.
For example, massage and body relaxation techniques.
"These require systematic training, and there isn't enough time left in these few days; you will soon start school," Aunt Zou said, "We'll talk about it during the next long holiday."
"Okay."
After several days of training, Aunt Zou was quite satisfied with Bai Ningning, and her impression had improved significantly.
Although her expression and tone were still very aloof, she was serious about her work, and her learning attitude was very proper.
Most importantly, she was so beautiful, pure, and delicate, always giving people a sense of being well-behaved.
I hope she continues to be well-behaved in the future.
On Qin Yue's side, she was truly busy. The company encountered a relatively large project, and by the time she finished, Bai Ningning and the others would almost be starting school.
Therefore, except for the first day Bai Ningning arrived, Qin Yue hadn't tidied up after her again.
That night, when Qin Yue returned, Bai Ningning handed her a few pieces of soft cake.
"I learned it from Aunt Zou," Bai Ningning said flatly, "Do you want to try it?"
Qin Yue raised an eyebrow: "You made this? Is it your first finished product?"
"Yes."
"…Have you tried it?" Qin Yue hesitated slightly, "Will it have any adverse effects?"
The first dessert made by a girl often has a bit of a dark side; she was hesitant to eat it.
Bai Ningning tilted her head: "Adverse effects?"
"Just negative effects on the body," Qin Yue said, "I don't want it to affect my work."
She had a company meeting to attend the next morning.
"Will it affect your work? I think you might be overthinking it," Bai Ningning raised her cold little face, her soft voice carrying a hint of mockery, "It's just like that; how much can it affect you?"
Qin Yue's anger meter filled up.
She actually had a strong tolerance, but even the most patient person couldn't remain indifferent in the face of such blatant mockery.
If she remained motionless, then her mother would be a turtle!
"Fine, if you have the ability, don't ask for mercy later."
Qin Yue said in a gloomy voice.
Pleading for mercy is useless, unless you meow.
The team fight started, the big sister took the first move to control, then unleashed a flurry of skills, everything from bluster to overwhelming power, all directed at the enemy (Dota 2 skills, I suggest you search for videos to see the effects).
Bai Ningning suspected she had activated divine power, as her attack power seemed a bit too high to withstand, so she quietly meowed.
Surrendering means losing half, right?
Qin Yue got what she wanted and happily fell asleep, leaving behind a sentence before sleeping: "Notify Manager Wang that tomorrow morning's meeting is moved to 3 PM, just like last time."
Then she fell into a deep sleep.
Bai Ningning picked up her phone and began her first secretarial task. She opened the contacts, found "Xiao Wang," and dialed the number.
Hmm, how should she communicate with the other party?
Why not just say it as she thought? She had communicated with so many people at Qin Yue's house these days without any issues.
"Hello, President Qin, what can I do for you?"
"Hello, is this Manager Wang?"
Hearing a girl's voice that he had never heard before but was very pleasant, Manager Wang of the internal affairs department immediately became alert.
Qin Yue's romantic affairs were known only to her family (including the maid) and a few friends; the people in the company were unaware.
"Yes, it's me. May I ask…"
"No need to ask, I'm just here to inform you," Bai Ningning's cold voice came through, "Tomorrow morning's meeting is canceled and moved to 3 PM, just like last time."
She even knew about last time?
Manager Wang cautiously probed, "Can I ask the reason? So, I can explain to others."
Reason? Because I exhausted my energy trying to meow, I need to sleep in to recover.
Bai Ningning pursed her lips: "Not convenient to disclose."
"Then, may I ask who you are…"
"No comment!"