Chapter 32

"Mr. Xia Zhi."

The middle-aged adventurer, seeing that Xia Zhi and Zhu Zi had settled everything, put down his teacup and asked softly.

"Since Miss Zhu Zi has passed the interview, I suppose my commission is successfully completed?"

"Of course."

Xia Zhi nodded and handed him a voucher.

"I'm very satisfied with the results of this commission. Thank you for your hard work."

This was the Adventurers' Guild's special settlement voucher, bearing a unique commission number and kept by the client.

After completing commissions, adventurers could use this voucher to successfully complete their commission at the Adventurers' Guild, upgrade their Adventure Rank, and receive their due compensation.

The middle-aged adventurer calmly accepted the voucher and smiled politely: "You're too kind, Mr. Xia Zhi. In fact, compared to my previous commissions, this one was quite relaxed. Well then, I'll take my leave. Thank you for the tea."

He bowed slightly in farewell, said goodbye to Miss Zhu Zi, and left cleanly and efficiently.

Now that's what you call professional!

That's true professionalism!

Too bad that although his strength seemed decent, he didn't have any colored progress bars...

The recruitment matter ended there. From posting the commission, it had only taken one day—much shorter than Xia Zhi had expected.

Indeed, as long as the reward was sufficient, there was no commission adventurers couldn't complete.

Xia Zhi put his black glasses back on and looked at the girl before him: "Miss Zhu Zi."

Zhu Zi quickly said: "Boss, you can just call me Zhu Zi."

"Alright, Zhu Zi, let me show you around the shop first."

"Okay!"

Xia Zhi led Zhu Zi around the shop, introducing various areas.

"This is the front counter. We're a specialty beverage shop, currently with just you and me. Usually, I'll handle making the drinks, while you'll be responsible for greeting customers, maintaining the space, and handling money and accounts."

"I understand!"

"This is the back hall. We don't usually receive customers here, but I use it sometimes. When you're free, just help keep it clean."

"Got it!"

"This is the kitchen, fully equipped with cookware and utensils. I rarely use it, but if you want to cook for yourself, feel free to use it—just remember to clean up afterward."

"Alright!"

"Let me show you upstairs... This is my room. You don't need to clean it; I'll take care of it myself..."

"Don't worry! I won't enter your room without permission!"

"There are several vacant rooms here. Choose whichever one you like for yourself."

"Okay!"

"Here's the key to the main door. From now on, you'll be responsible for opening the shop in the morning and closing it at night."

"Got it!"

With the basic matters explained...

"Since the shop's sign isn't ready yet, we won't be busy these few days. You can take your time getting familiar with everything. And please move in as soon as you can."

"I'll move in this afternoon!"

"Where are you staying now?"

"In a shared hostel in the harbor area. I have a small single room, very cheap."

"Do you have many things to move?"

"Not much at all!"

Xia Zhi thought for a moment and took out another money pouch, handing it to Zhu Zi.

Zhu Zi held the somewhat heavy pouch, looking uncertain: "Boss?"

Xia Zhi said casually: "Since you don't have money right now, you'll need to buy some personal items, bedding, pillows, and such. Consider it a welcome gift. Also, go to the tailor's shop and have two fashionable, bright-colored server uniforms made—these are work clothes, considered a benefit from our shop."

Zhu Zi bit her lip, softly said "okay," and carefully put away the money pouch.

She did indeed need money to buy some things that girls use.

She had been worried about this, but the boss had already considered these matters for her, making her feel touched by his thoughtfulness.

So, for the next while, Xia Zhi sat in his chair drinking tea, watching Zhu Zi diligently clean the shop.

Even when he told her that he had just hired someone to clean yesterday, Zhu Zi insisted on doing it again herself.

What a meticulous girl.

Were all Inazuman girls this capable and adorable?

Seeing that she wouldn't listen, Xia Zhi stopped trying to discourage her enthusiasm and let her bustle about the shop.

After all, watching her work seriously with her short hair flying about was quite a pleasant sight.

After finishing a cup of tea and noting it was almost noon, Xia Zhi stood up and said: "Zhu Zi, go wash your hands. It's time for lunch."

"Eh? Okay, Boss!"

Soon, they left the shop, and Zhu Zi automatically took out the key to lock the main door.

"Boss, where are we eating?"

"Wanmin Restaurant. Have you been there?"

"Several times! Their Liyue cuisine is delicious and affordable! I love it! Though it's always crowded, hard to find a table."

"Yes, I like it too. That's why we should go early."

"Boss."

"What is it?"

"Please walk slower, be careful not to fall."

"It's fine."

"Since you can't see, don't you need a walking stick?"

"No need, I'm used to it."

"Oh."

When Zhu Zi walked, she had a slight bounce in her step. With her slim waist, long legs, and bright, big eyes, she really was like an elegant, innocent young deer.

Even Xia Zhi felt his mood becoming lighter.

Having someone to walk around with really felt different.

At Wanmin Restaurant, before Xia Zhi could call out, Xiangling came running over excitedly: "Mr. Xia! You're finally here!"

"Yes, came for lunch."

"I tried your suggestion about the Kousansi dish from last night—it really worked! It tastes better than before!"

"Is that so? Then I must order it again today."

"No need, this one's on me!"

Seeing Xiangling's serious expression, Xia Zhi nodded: "That's... fine. Zhu Zi, what do you like to eat?"

Zhu Zi frantically waved her hands: "I like everything, Boss. You order whatever you'd like."

Xia Zhi smiled and said: "Then let's have one Come Come dish and one Tender Jueyun Chili Chicken."

Xiangling noted it down and ran into the kitchen, whispering: "Dad, Mr. Xia is here again."

Chef Mao's expression immediately turned serious, and he whispered back: "What did he order this time?"

Behind the stove, Guoba quietly perked up his ears.

They couldn't help it—last night, Xiangling and Chef Mao had made many plates of Kousansi, and he had eaten so well.

Who would have thought that after just one meal, that customer had intuitively modified the seasoning recipe, breathing new life into a dish that Guoba had almost grown tired of.

That person's culinary expertise could only be described as terrifyingly impressive.

Fortunately, he wasn't here to challenge Wanmin Restaurant.

Xiangling whispered: "Come Come dish and Tender Jueyun Chili Chicken, plus a new Kousansi. Dad, you must do your absolute best!"

Chef Mao responded solemnly: "Don't worry! I'll give it my all!"

Guoba nodded along, wearing a serious expression.