Because of Seleste’s feeding, no one knew if Seleste herself was full, but at least Vellandelle was satisfied.
After serving Seleste, most of the other customers had already left.
Many had come just for the newcomer Vellandelle, but being monopolized by Seleste naturally made it impossible to stay and endure the atmosphere.
However, with the fifteen Gold Coins that Seleste paid directly, it could be said that the lunch revenue for two days was secured.
For the Restaurant, it wasn’t a loss, and those who missed out on Vellandelle’s service yesterday might come again the next day.
Vellandelle looked at the extra food from the kitchen, packed a few Steaks, and planned to bring them to Kelosha.
Besides that, she also thought about Gloria, who had taken care of Kelosha for her all morning.
Wouldn’t she be tired?
Moreover, she was so nice that she even wanted to pay for Breakfast for her in the morning.
“Forget it, I’ll give her a little reward.”
Vellandelle fetched a small bottle, cut her wrist to draw some blood, intending it as compensation for Gloria.
Carrying a bag of food and a small bottle of her own blood, she headed to Mia’s room, just like Xiao Jiu and Mina.
“Boss, shouldn’t I settle my account too?”
But when she entered, she found only Xiao Jiu in the room.
“Jiu-jie, where’s the Boss?”
“The Boss seemed to have something to do and went out. This is your wage for today at noon. Our Aphrodite Restaurant settles daily, you know. Still, I have to say, Vellandelle-chan’s earnings today were quite good.”
In addition to the basic daily income of one Gold Coin, the rest depended on the extra rewards brought in by the Cupids, and the monthly selection of Love God Wage was directly multiplied by two or three times.
Vellandelle took the six Gold Coins in surprise.
She had expected a fair amount but was still startled.
“It’s thanks to that Miss who paid the Concession Money for you. By the way, the Concession Money is so expensive because the manager doesn’t encourage guests to monopolize, but if some guests really love a Cupid too much, it’s unavoidable…”
“I understand.”
Vellandelle nodded.
Originally, the price for Breakfast and lunch together might not even reach fifteen Gold.
She put away the six Gold Coins, feeling a bit uneasy.
After some thought, she separated the five Gold Coins—since it was money earned because of Seleste, she felt a bit concerned about spending it.
“By the way, Vellandelle-chan, I have something to do, so I’ll leave first. The manager asked you to wait for her. She’ll be back soon.”
“Alright.”
“Then, take care, sister.”
“Mm.”
Xiao Jiu couldn’t resist rubbing Vellandelle’s head before leaving.
Vellandelle placed the bag of food and the Blood Bottle on the table, not knowing why the catgirl asked her to wait.
Not long after—
Meow~ Vellandelle darling, this cat’s back, did you miss me?”
Hearing the lively voice, Vellandelle looked toward the short figure at the door.
Mia was holding a package, though it was unclear what was inside.
“Why did the manager want me to wait here?”
“Oh, mainly because Vellandelle darling didn’t have any good clothes to wear, so she wanted to buy you some.”
Mia said as she opened the package and displayed the clothes to Vellandelle—there were quite a few undergarments, jackets, skirts, and so on.
“Manager, why did you buy me so many clothes!”
“Who told Vellandelle darling to dress so sloppily!”
Mia said, glaring at Vellandelle in annoyance.
“Vellandelle darling is such a beautiful girl. Of course, she should dress up prettily!”
“No, no, this is too much!”
“It’s nothing. When girls come, this cat always gives them a few gifts. Vellandelle darling is no exception. If you don’t accept it, I’ll be angry!”
“But…”
“No buts! If you really feel embarrassed, then be passionate and sincere toward every guest during work.”
Seeing Mia’s serious expression, Vellandelle knew she couldn’t refuse.
Being a soft-hearted person, she was easily persuaded.
“I saw Vellandelle darling not being serious! Why were you so careless and inattentive when serving the guest who monopolized you?”
“That’s because I don’t like her. I know she’s a bad person.”
“But did she do anything bad to you while you were working?”
“That… she didn’t.”
Vellandelle shook her head.
Seleste’s unkindness only showed when she was Vilan.
“Then that’s it.
I don’t know what history you two have, but I saw sincerity and admiration in that girl’s eyes.
She absolutely has no falsehood toward you.”
“The reason the Restaurant is called the Aphrodite Restaurant is because you Cupids inside are not only beautiful, but also possess great kindness and broad hearts.”
Mia’s words made Vellandelle silent for a moment.
She recalled the image of Seleste resting her chin on her hand, looking at her patiently.
“Kindness and broad hearts…”
Why did she dislike Seleste?
Was it because she was petty?
In the past, she personally controlled Seleste to complete various female routes.
Was she afraid that accepting that woman meant becoming just one part of her affections?
Since childhood, Vellandelle had been starved for love in her previous life.
Though she appeared indifferent, she craved affection more than anyone.
It’s true that Seleste was the most beautiful among all the characters, originally designed as a beautiful girl.
But the more this was so, the more afraid she was that her love was fake, afraid of betrayal… especially considering Seleste’s coldness toward her as Vilan.
All of this only made her more uneasy.
On the contrary, pure people like Kelosha and Rosasys gave her a greater sense of security.
“Manager, I understand.
I’ll work hard from now on.”
“That’s right.”
“Come look at the clothes I picked for you. I’m good at judging people and knew Vellandelle darling probably wouldn’t like anything too flashy, so I picked things that are beautiful yet conservative.”
“Mm.”
Vellandelle looked through the clothes.
Upon closer inspection, there was nothing wrong except for the Stockings…
The skirts were also conservative—nothing overly flashy, revealing, or short.
In the end, Mia made Vellandelle change into one before leaving, since she was still wearing her Apron and wouldn’t go home dressed like that.
As for her original Magical Robe and Trousers, Mia absolutely wouldn’t allow her to wear those home either, as it would ruin her image.
Unable to argue further, Vellandelle finally chose a white Dress.
Since she always wore black, she decided to try white this time.
“Wow, Vellandelle darling in a white Dress really has a special charm!”
Vellandelle looked in the mirror.
The white Dress covered her chest, with lace layers at the collarbone and neck, paired with long white Stockings and light Martin Boots.
Her face flushed as she smiled, feeling almost sweet to herself.
“Vellandelle darling, you’re an Angel…”
Mia jumped onto Vellandelle and buried her head in her chest.
“Ah, manager, that’s enough…”
***
Vellandelle finally escaped the clutches of the clingy little catgirl by offering a Knee Pillow Service.
Carrying a bag of food and a bundle of clothes, with the Blood Bottle tucked in, she wondered if the food would be cold by the time she found Kelosha and the others.
She had already agreed with Gloria and the rest to meet at the Park around noon or later.
Gloria needed to go to the Park anyway, and Vellandelle hoped she could take Kelosha to play for the morning.
In the crowd, with a new set of clothes, Vellandelle’s rate of turning heads wasn’t exactly low.
“Who’s that underclassman? So cute.”
“Like a little Angel.”
“……”
Hearing the chatter, Vellandelle quickened her pace in embarrassment, wondering how Kelosha and Rosasys would react when they saw her.