"So that was it. Then, Mr. Lycaon, although that was merely a cover just now...
Could you let me join Victoria Housekeeping?"
Hearing this, Cui Ji beside them froze.
"Master, you..."
"You want a legitimate identity, correct? Of course.
Our preliminary observations show that Miss Chi Yuan possesses formidable strength, while her conduct and bearing are highly suited to our profession."
"I imagine your joining will make Victoria Housekeeping even more renowned and outstanding."
"Mm. Is there anything I need to prepare?"
"If you have time, you may contact me. I will take you to Victoria Housekeeping's office."
"At that time, the relevant personnel will assess you. Once you pass, you will become a member of Victoria Housekeeping.
As for the appropriate clothing, I will notify the head maid to have it tailored for you."
Fu Hua waved her hand at that.
"No need. I can provide my own clothes. Would tomorrow afternoon work?"
"You truly work with remarkable decisiveness. Of course, that will be fine. Then, Miss Fu Hua, see you tomorrow."
"Mm, see you tomorrow."
On their way home, Cui Ji asked,
"Master, are you really planning to join that Victoria Housekeeping?"
"Of course. After all, they serve high society, so the commission fees must be substantial."
"Besides, with that identity, handling other matters will be much easier."
"I understand."
"You did well today. What would you like to eat?"
"Hamburgers! Fried chicken burgers! I was spying on—ptui! I happened to see Captain Anby eating one."
"Uh... Cui Ji. You said you were spying on her just now, didn't you?"
Fu Hua's mouth twitched as she spoke helplessly.
"N-No, I didn't. How could that be, Master? You misheard."
"Sigh... Forget it. Fried chicken burgers, right? Fine, let's go."
"Hehe, Master's the best!"
The next morning.
Fu Hua changed into her training clothes, put on her red-framed glasses, and examined herself in the mirror.
"Does this really make me look older?"
She removed the round red glasses and looked herself over again in the mirror.
"There doesn't seem to be any difference. I really don't understand other people's taste."
After placing the glasses on the table, Fu Hua opened the system space.
She selected the White Night Butler form.
In an instant, a faint glow enveloped her.
Her hairstyle did not change much, but her original red-framed glasses became black-framed ones.
In an instant, a cold and imposing aura emerged.
Her upper body was clad in a white tailcoat paired with a dark blue inner shirt.
A blue-and-white checkered tie was neatly fastened.
She wore dark trousers below, matched with a white belt, while her exquisite leather shoes gleamed.
She adjusted her figure slightly.
After all, she had developed a little in the chest area by now.
After straightening her black gloves, Fu Hua looked into the mirror again and examined herself.
"This really does make me look more... energetic."
Pushing open the bedroom door, Fu Hua headed toward the living room.
"Master, when are we going downstairs to trai—"
Cui Ji, who was sitting on the sofa, froze the moment she saw Fu Hua dressed in the White Night Butler outfit.
"What is it, Cui Ji? Is something wrong?"
"N-No, no, no! You look so handsome like this, Master!"
Cui Ji excitedly rose to her feet, walked up to Fu Hua, and looked her over.
"You finally changed out of those old-fashioned training clothes and red-framed glasses. That certainly wasn't easy~"
Seemingly pulling a tissue from nowhere, Cui Ji wept without tears.
"Is it really that bad? I think it looks... all right~"
"Of course it is, Master. If I had a great-grandmother, even she wouldn't want to wear what you used to wear."
Fu Hua's expression turned speechless.
"It's not that exaggerated. You're just talking nonsense. All right, let's go downstairs and train."
"Got it, Master."
Elsewhere, inside Victoria Housekeeping's manor-like office.
Lycaon spoke to Lina, who was sweeping nearby.
"Lina, a new... a new maid will be arriving this afternoon. Please make the necessary preparations."
Miss Fu Hua should be wearing a maid outfit when she came, right?
"Oh~! Another newcomer? Who is it? Is she cute?"
"Mm. She is a benefactor who saved Victoria Housekeeping's reputation yesterday.
She heard that our profession was quite good and is considering joining us."
"She is powerful, and her conduct is elegant and composed."
"To receive such praise from Lycaon, she must be exceptional indeed."
Floating in the air, Lina pondered for a moment before brightening up.
"Should I make a dish I recently learned to welcome her?"
At once, Lycaon's steps as he headed upstairs faltered, and he nearly fell over.
"Ah, Lord Lycaon, please be careful."
"Cough, cough. It is nothing. I was a little too hasty just now."
Lycaon waved his hand, composed himself, and said,
"Ah, is there... is there another newcomer, Lord Lycaon?"
Kelvin, who was wiping the cabinet nearby, asked in surprise.
"Yes, Kelvin. By this count, you are a senior now, so you should act like one~"
Lina said with a smile.
"K-Kelvin will work hard."
After pouring himself a cup of black tea, Lycaon looked curiously at Ellen, who was lying on the sofa playing on her phone.
"Why did Ellen not go to school today?"
"Boss, there was something going on at school today, so we got the day off."
Without looking up, Ellen continued typing with great concentration.
"Mm~ Looks like everyone is here. We can welcome the newcomer together."
That afternoon, Fu Hua followed the address and arrived at the agreed location.
At the entrance, Lycaon stood elegantly.
Yet the instant he saw Fu Hua, a flash of astonishment passed through his eyes.
Fortunately, he recovered quickly.
"Miss Fu Hua, you have arrived."
"Mm. Sorry to keep you waiting."
"Not at all. You are right on time, so I have not waited long. This formal attire suits your temperament very well."
"Thank you."
After opening the door for her, Lycaon led Fu Hua toward Victoria Housekeeping's office.
Looking at the antique and elegant wooden door before her, Fu Hua remarked,
"I never expected New Eridu to have such decor. What a surprise."
"Haha, they are merely personal preferences of mine. I hope Miss Fu Hua does not mind?"
Fu Hua shook her head and waved her hand.
"I like this as well."
"That is good. Several colleagues are already waiting inside. Please come in."
The moment the doors opened, three maids bowed in welcome.
One had a gentle demeanor and a smile on her face.
One appeared somewhat flustered and shy.
The last wore a faintly unwilling expression.
"Oh my, wasn't she supposed to be a maid, Lycaon?"
Lina looked at Lycaon in surprise and asked.
"Haha, I did not expect Miss Fu Hua to wear a butler's outfit either."
"This is not his fault. Perhaps I did not explain it beforehand."
"All right, since Miss Fu Hua is a butler, there is no need to trouble the head maid with an assessment."
Lycaon gestured to Lina.
Because Fu Hua possessed excellent manners and an outstanding temperament, she passed Lycaon's assessment with ease.
"This is your work ID, Miss Fu Hua. Congratulations on joining Victoria Housekeeping."
"Mm, thank you."
"I heard your residence is not far from here. If there are no commissions, you need not come here."
"All right, Lycaon."
Behind her, Lina floated over to Fu Hua's side and carefully looked her over for a moment.
"Though she is not a maid, Miss Fu Hua is quite cute too."
"Let me prepare some food for you."
Rubbing her hands together, Lina looked at Fu Hua expectantly.
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