Chapter 8: How I became a maid. *Thumbs up*

You Yu realized that what he said and did might not be relevant to the situation at hand. Nevertheless, it seemed that the maid's favorability towards him naturally increased as long as he stayed there. It seemed she was into me. Or maybe I'm just overthinking it.

The maid's ability to conceal her emotions was impeccable. There were no signs of approval or disapproval on her face, which made You Yu question whether the system's corresponding module was malfunctioning.

However, as You Yu got to know the maid better, he realized that he had been overthinking. The maid never intended to hide anything from the beginning. She was simply a straightforward and unpretentious person.

After all the questions were asked, the maid casually closed the notebook and said, "That's all I want to ask."

"That's it?" You Yu couldn't help but feel that these questions were somewhat strange for an interview. How could they be related to the position he was applying for?

'"Am I admitted, then?" You Yu asked.

"don't know," the maid shook her head.

"What?" You Yu was taken aback.

"Because I'm not the store manager, I don't have the final say," she replied calmly. "Im still in high school and I'm just here to help."

You Yu was speechless.

'So, you were just playing with me earlier?'

"Is the store manager here?"

The girl shook her head vigorously. "He's out of town for now. But I can contact him for instructions."

"...Then I'll trouble you."

The girl turned and headed towards the warehouse. You Yu leaned against the glass counter and began scanning aimlessly through the card packages in the store.

Before crossing over, the cards in these shops were merely decorations for players, just like props in a scene. These cards were only available to non-player characters (NPCs), and players wouldn't be able to read them even if they bought them in the system.

However, it was different for You Yu now. He could use them as an NPC in this world. He had already decided that once he had enough money, he would come here to open the card packages.

Hmm... after I become rich, I will become addicted..

Since the store manager was away, You Yu didn't have high expectations for the job at the moment. He was already contemplating where to find work next.

But to his surprise, the maid returned soon and brought good news. "The manager said you can stay."

"Huh? Doesn't he have to ask me any questions?"

"No," the girl replied. '"He said to give it a try and wait until he comes back. He wants me to show you the ropes and get you familiar with the work."

"What exactly will my job be?"

"You'll be responsible for assisting me," she pointed to the bar next to her. "Sometimes customers come for coffee, and when it gets busy, I can't handle it alone... You know how to make coffee, right?"

You Yu nodded. " I understand a little." 'My dad taught me how to make Hawaiian Coffee..'

"That's good."

The girl motioned for him to follow her and led him through the shelves. You Yu noticed a red wooden door in the most inconspicuous corner of the store.

" Accommodation is included, if you want to stay here, but the salary may not be too high. There won't be a salary during the probation period. You can discuss the official salary with the boss when he returns."

"Oh okay, I think I will stay here." You Yu replied, following behind her.

He didn't have high expectations for the salary or anything. He came here mainly for the food and lodging.

...Well, maybe there will be a discount on buying cards to.

The girl opened the wooden door, revealing a long staircase that disappeared into darkness. Due to the poor lighting, it was impossible to see what was upstairs.

"The rooms are up here," she said. "I live on the third floor. The two rooms on the second floor are empty. You can choose one, and I'll get you the key."

"Okay."

As they climbed the stairs, You Yu suddenly remembered something. "By the way, I don't know your name yet."

'I'm China, Ito China,' she replied without turning back. 'Just call me China.' Named after a whole country..haha..

She led You Yu to the second floor. He randomly picked a room and opened the door, only to be hit by a musty smell, as if he had opened a wine cellar that had been sealed for many years.

The room was not spacious, consisting of a bedroom and a narrow bathroom. Morning light seeped in through a small window, illuminating countless dust particles floating in the air.

China took a step back, pinching her nose. "The environment is a bit poor because no one comes in here all year round."

"If you don't mind, I can help you clean it up after the store closes at night," she added, perhaps feeling sorry for her 'junior.'

"It's okay, I can do it myself," You Yu assured her.

After a pause, he asked, "Is it really okay for me to move in like this? I mean, the store manager has never seen me... actually, we haven't even talked on the phone."

As they descended the stairs, China Ito reassured him, "It's fine. Although he might give you a hard time when he returns, he won't kick you out right away. The store manager is actually a pretty good person, but he can be a bit harsh with his words... he has a tough exterior but a kind heart."

"Oh? So he may seem mean, but he's actually nice to people?"

"No," China shook her head calmly. "It means he has a mean expression, but he's actually thinking about taking advantage of others."

You Yu was dumbfounded. Wait a minute, are you saying he's... well... a bit of a evil?

"Just speaking figuratively," China said, her face still impassive.

It still felt strange to hear such words from the mouth of a beautiful girl with facial paralysis… okay I'm just assuming she has that because of the no emotions.

"By the way, you'll need to change into the work uniform," China interrupted his thoughts. "There are a few spare ones in the warehouse, but I'm not sure if they'll fit you."

You Yu became alert for a moment. Work clothes? What kind of work clothes?

Was he expected to wear a maid outfit?

This was not what he signed up for. Maybe a butler outfit?

Fortunately, China returned with a men's outfit shortly after.

It consisted of a snow-white shirt, a black vest, and a bowtie. In this attire, You Yu felt like a typical bartender in movies, except his specialty was coffee, not cocktails.

Then she exits the room so I can change.

Few moments later.

"Soo How do I look"

China stood in front of him, then steps forward and smooths out the wrinkles in his clothes, deftly tying the bowtie with her small hands, and adjust his collar.

She took a step back, tilted her head, and observed him for a moment, as if she were an artist admiring her completed masterpiece. Not creepy at all..

[Friendship level +5]

You Yu had grown numb to the series of prompts that popped up in his mind from time to time.

Seemingly satisfied with her junior, China nodded to herself and muttered, '"Okay, this should work."

You Yu raised an eyebrow. 'Wait a minute, could you please speak clearly? What do you mean by "this should work?"