So many geniuses in anime! What's wrong with me joining?

If I recall correctly, today should be a weekday. At this hour, she should still be in class. It seems her morning has been really anxious; she's probably been constantly checking her phone. Not receiving a message from me for a long time must have made her quite worried.

I'm sorry for being a night owl, Sakurakoji Talent thought, offering a silent apology before carefully rereading her message.

[I'm fine with anything! Mr. Sakurakoji, you can arrange it!]

He looked up and thought for two seconds before typing his reply.

[Then how about this afternoon?]

[I have something in the evening, so I might need you to leave school a bit early.]

[If you're okay with that, I'll send you the time and place shortly.]

Considering both their commute times, he decided it would be best not to have her come after school. Otherwise, he might be late for his own work in the evening.

He couldn't possibly let her class schedule delay his punctual arrival at work, could he?

Besides, she wouldn't be attending school next semester anyway. An early departure was fine! He was confident that Aoyama Nanami, given her diligence, had already fulfilled the school's attendance requirements.

Soon, the phone in his hand vibrated again.

[Okay, I'm fine with that!]

Seeing she had no objections, Sakurakoji Talent sent her the address for Ten no Yashiro. Taking into account the time she'd need for lunch, he set the meeting for two in the afternoon.

After receiving another confirmation, Sakurakoji Talent put down his phone, got out of his soft bed, stretched, and headed to the washroom to tidy himself up.

Suimei University of Art High School, a certain first-year class.

After receiving the confirmed information from Sakurakoji Talent, Aoyama Nanami breathed a sigh of relief. Ever since she sent him a message during breakfast, he hadn't replied. Those two hours felt like years; she couldn't even focus on her lessons, which she normally paid close attention to.

Could it be that Mr. Sakurakoji has already found someone suitable because I replied too late?

Ahhh, I'm such an idiot, idiot, idiot, idiot... to have missed such a great opportunity.

Aoyama Nanami wore a bitter expression, her face etched with worry.

Ever since she recovered from her cold a couple of days ago, she had been constantly thinking about Sakurakoji Talent's proposal. Although she felt a little reluctant to leave her current school, a job with such excellent conditions was probably impossible to find elsewhere.

So, this morning, she had summoned her courage and firmly pressed the send button.

However, the prolonged silence had tormented her. Her eyes darted to her phone screen every thirty seconds, checking for unread messages.

It's possible he hasn't woken up yet, but it's unlikely he wouldn't be up by nine.

Thankfully, it was finally settled.

Aoyama Nanami felt a wave of relief. Just as she was about to put her phone down, a startling voice rang out beside her.

"Aoyama, please answer this question."

"Huh? Oh, yes!"

Hearing her name called by the math teacher at the podium, Aoyama Nanami quickly put away the phone hidden in her drawer, stood up somewhat flustered, and carefully read the problem on the blackboard.

After taking a moment to read the question, Aoyama Nanami thought for a bit and quickly gave the answer.

"Mm, correct. Sit down."

"But you still need to pay attention in class. You're not in good spirits today."

It was clear that the math teacher had noticed Aoyama Nanami's frequent fidgeting and uncharacteristic behavior. Seeing her hands under the desk with her head bowed, clearly looking at her phone, he had used the question as a gentle reminder.

However, the math teacher didn't press the issue further and continued with the lesson. This was the privilege of a good student!

"Yes, I'm very sorry..."

Aoyama Nanami sat down with an embarrassed expression, patted her cheeks, and began to listen attentively.

Now that things were settled, she could finally focus on her studies without any distractions.

During lunch break.

"Aoyama, what's wrong with you today? Zoning out in class, that's really not like you."

Aoyama Nanami turned around and saw the familiar figure of a classmate, offering a wry smile.

"Oh, it's Kanda-kun. Yes, I have a slight matter to attend to."

"A slight matter?" Kanda Kouta's expression was puzzled.

He knew about Aoyama Nanami's situation but didn't have any solutions. After all, he was just a student and could only offer small favors if she was in real trouble.

Previously, even though Aoyama Nanami was busy juggling work and studies, she had managed her time well, excelling in both. He couldn't imagine what could cause such a capable Aoyama Nanami to falter.

Could balancing work and studies ultimately be too much?

"You see, as I mentioned yesterday, an acquaintance I knew introduced me to a new job," she explained, seeing his curious and confused gaze.

"The conditions are incredibly good, and it's also very beneficial for my vocal studies."

"Ah, that matter," Kanda Kouta said with a look of realization. "Isn't that great? Did you decide to accept it?"

"Yes, the new job's schedule can be arranged freely, I can gain exposure to more professional knowledge, and the compensation is excellent. It's really hard to refuse." Speaking of this, Aoyama Nanami's mood brightened, her joy evident.

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Volume 1: A Life That Attracts Bees and Butterflies: Chapter 39: Aoyama Nanami's Interview

"This morning, I sent an inquiry to the other party, and they gave me a positive response during class!"

"I have an interview this afternoon, so I might have to leave class early."

"I see, isn't that great! It'll be much easier from now on!" Kanda Kouta was happy for her.

"Mhm, that's right..." Aoyama Nanami hesitated, unsure whether to tell him the truth now. After thinking for a long time, she bit her red lip and decided to tell this rare friend she had in Tokyo the real reason.

"Actually, the other party said they could help me transfer to a music department near my new work location."

"So if I pass the interview, I might have to transfer schools next semester."

"Eh, Aoyama is transferring schools?" Kanda Kouta's expression turned to shock. It was the first time he had heard of this.

"I see, but that's understandable. Aoyama's dream is to become a voice actor."

"Suimei High only has an art department and a fine arts department, which won't help your dream at all. Leaving now might be the right choice."

Before, Aoyama Nanami had only mentioned that the new job had good benefits, which tempted her, but she hadn't specified what they were.

Hearing that Aoyama Nanami might transfer and leave, he was also very surprised. After the initial surprise, his face shifted to one of regret and reluctance, as she was one of his closest friends in class.

However, upon reflection, rationally speaking, this decision might be the best for her. Staying at Suimei High would only hinder her pursuit of her dream, so he gradually came to terms with it.

"Good luck, Aoyama, I'll be praying for you! I hope to see your work in a few years!"

"Mhm, I will! You too, Kanda-kun!"

The two looked at each other and smiled, offering blessings for their friend's future.

After saying goodbye to her classmates, Aoyama Nanami went to the faculty room to explain the situation. After receiving their understanding, she left school early.

Following the address sent by Sakurakoji Talent on her phone, she used her phone's navigation to check the route and the transportation she needed to take.

"Wow, the location is in Aoyama, Minato Ward? What kind of job is this?" Just seeing the first few words of the address made her exclaim in surprise.

"Sakurakoji-sensei said the work location is in an apartment building, so it must be a high-class apartment, right?"

As one of the core three wards in Tokyo, Minato Ward is synonymous with luxury and expense. Tokyo Tower, a landmark of Tokyo, is located here.

There are countless aristocrats, wealthy individuals, high-end shopping malls, and gourmet streets. It is adjacent to Tokyo Bay, making it a very livable environment. The land prices and cost of living are, as one can imagine—extremely unfriendly to a student like her who came from the countryside to study.

Among them, Aoyama is famous for its art scene and numerous high-end fashion brand boutiques. The famous Omotesando is located here.

Although her surname is also Aoyama, and her ancestors might have had some connection to the origin of the name Aoyama, in the present day, she has almost nothing in common with this place. It can only be said that this Aoyama is not that Aoyama.

Therefore, she rarely came here unless absolutely necessary, as she couldn't afford anything she saw anyway.

It was precisely because this was her first time here that she left school directly after class without any delay, not even eating. She deliberately left plenty of time, fearing that getting lost would make her late and ruin her interview.

As it turned out, her worries were valid.

Due to her unfamiliarity with the route, she not only missed her stop midway but also got lost in the cluster of high-end buildings that all looked similar.

It wasn't until she saw a landmark shopping mall on the map that she found the right direction.

By the time she actually reached her destination, it was already close to two o'clock.

"Phew, I'm not late yet!"

Aoyama Nanami, panting, ran to the entrance of the Ten no Yashiro building. After confirming it was the right place, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Looking up at the entire building, her shocked pale gold pupils flickered. Although she knew it was supposed to be a high-class apartment, its grandeur far exceeded her expectations.

Looking up from the ground, she felt as if the building pierced the clouds. Even among the surrounding luxurious buildings, it stood out prominently.

The neat facade was covered with a gleaming glass curtain wall. The slight curve at the top resembled a slender waist standing in the city, possessing considerable aesthetic appeal.

"How tall is this? Definitely over a hundred meters, right? Two hundred? Or three hundred?"

Aoyama Nanami was filled with awe. This incredibly impactful scene almost stripped her of her ability to think.

Would she be working in such a building? She found it hard to believe. Was this really a place she could come to?

She looked down at her blue school uniform, which she hadn't had time to change, and glanced around. Everyone walking on the street seemed to be wearing bright, fashionable clothing. She felt like she was the only one who didn't fit in.

"There's no use thinking about this now! You can do it! Nanami!"

She lightly patted her cheeks, cheered herself on in the reflection of the glass, briefly adjusted her slightly rapid breathing after running, took a deep breath, and stepped onto the granite steps at the entrance. She straightforwardly walked through the automatic glass doors and into the building's lobby.

Upon entering, Aoyama Nanami looked up and took in the lobby's scenery.

A spacious and bright hall greeted her. A minimalist linear design unified the entire space. Directly ahead was a reception counter, with reception areas and lounges on either side. In one corner, there was a conspicuous grand staircase.

Simple yet luxurious—is this what they call the urban elite vibe? Aoyama Nanami couldn't help but inwardly shriek.

"May I help you?" As Aoyama Nanami stood observing the surroundings, Yashiro Ichiyo approached her and asked politely.

"A maid?!" Seeing her in a maid's outfit, Aoyama Nanami couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, then quickly recovered and apologized.

"Ah, I'm so sorry! It's my first time seeing a maid, how rude of me!"

"Um, I have an appointment for an interview here at two o'clock, do you know about it?"

Aoyama Nanami hurriedly bowed in apology. After Yashiro Ichiyo understood her intention, her expression became knowing.

"Ah~ So you're the lady the young master mentioned."

"Young master?" Aoyama Nanami's face showed confusion, not knowing who she was referring to.

Yashiro Ichiyo didn't explain. Her gaze softened as she looked at Nanami, as if looking at a junior employee just starting out. She continued, "Please follow me. You are Miss Aoyama, correct?"

"Yes, my name is Aoyama Nanami. Thank you for your trouble."

Yashiro Ichiyo nodded, occasionally looking back to confirm Nanami's pace as she led the way.

Contrary to what Aoyama Nanami expected, which was to go upstairs, the two didn't walk far. They arrived directly at the adjacent business district and stopped in front of a sofa.

"Young master, I've brought Miss Aoyama here."

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Author's Note: I received feedback that the previous letter to readers was appearing after the latest chapter and interfering with reading. This is likely because I set the volume code related to the work higher than the first volume. Considering that most regular readers have already seen it, I've removed it and related content to avoid affecting the reading experience. Friends who have already read it can click refresh to see the updated table of contents.

Volume 1: A Daily Life of Attracting Bees and Butterflies: Chapter 40: What the Heck is a Maid?

Hearing the voice, Sakurakoji Talent looked over. Upon seeing the slightly flustered Aoyama Nanami, he couldn't help but chuckle.