"Come again~"
With the Association's help, business on the second day far exceeded Xu Ran's expectations.
After seeing off another satisfied customer, even Xu Ran, with his physical constitution, was beginning to feel a little tired.
Looking at the long line still stretching outside the shop, he knew it was time to summon Starlight.
Before long, a clear, spirited neigh rang out inside the shop.
Having slept its fill and recovered its energy, Starlight immediately linked to Xu Ran through Fate-Bound Chains, transferring its strength to him to dispel his fatigue.
"Thanks for the hard work." Xu Ran smiled and stroked its head. "Business is so good today that I might need your help a few more times."
"Neigh~" (No problem!)
Starlight neighed, shook its head, and settled into an empty spot beside the counter.
Purple Cloud and Can Can, awakened by the summoning, soon appeared in the shop as well, watching with interest as Xu Ran attended to the next customer.
Looking at the long line outside, the Three Little Ones could not help putting their heads together.
"Meow?" (Why is business so good today?)
"Cha~" (No idea!)
"Neigh~" (Whatever the reason, good business is a good thing.)
"Meow!" (Exactly! That means we can summon an employee sooner to share Xu Ran's workload!)
While the Three Little Ones chatted back and forth, Xu Ran efficiently finished grooming this customer's Contract Beast. After seeing the customer out, he beckoned the next one inside.
Soon, a young figure entered the shop.
He was a handsome man who looked barely past twenty, with a habitual smile that made people feel as though they were basking in a spring breeze.
His hands were what drew the most attention.
They were fair and smooth, with even the lines on his palms extremely faint. His