"No problem."
Though Fu Qian was puzzled about why she'd come back, Maggie was just as Hake had described: like an observer at a breakfast shop.
The two unfamiliar, youthful faces had clearly caught her attention right away.
"Order whatever you like."
After hearing what Fu Qian meant, Maggie agreed with a cheerful smile and gestured to Emily and the other girl.
It wasn't surprising. Hake might well be interested, and just being a new officer meant there was little reason to worry about them skipping out on the bill.
"The pancakes here are pretty good. If they have any, you can try some later."
As a regular, Fu Qian even recommended a dish.
"You're not staying here to keep an eye on us?"
Emily didn't seem particularly grateful. Instead, his choice of words seemed to strike a nerve.
"No. If I ate here, someone would spit in my food."
Fu Qian actually shook his head, glancing to the side as he spoke.
"Don't slander me. I would never let my personal feelings affect my work."
Jane, who had been busy the whole time without looking their way, finally turned around for the first time.
She spat out a vehement protest, but didn't deny that personal feelings were involved.
"I wasn't very polite this morning. Please don't take it to heart."
Though he remained unconvinced by her defense, Fu Qian didn't press her on whether she'd spit in his food. Instead, he apologized without hesitation.
"Also, when it comes to choosing the most popular server, Hake and I have the same taste."
The very next moment, he even went on to express his appreciation for Jane.
"You've met Rachel?"
Jane was completely caught off guard by Fu Qian's sudden change in attitude after taking a walk. It took her