“Sister Jiu, the Shop Manager asked you to help me get familiar with the work…”
Vellandelle nervously stepped forward.
Wearing a dress, she perfectly showcased her unparalleled beauty, especially her chest, which was now more conspicuous without anything covering it.
Xiao Jiu swallowed hard, unable to hide the shock in her eyes.
“Although I already knew you were beautiful, little sister, this still took me by surprise.”
“Sister, you flatter me.”
Vellandelle replied shyly.
“Not at all. You’re so beautiful; you should be confident about it. By the way, I haven’t asked your name yet.”
“Vellandelle Melo.”
Without realizing it, Vellandelle had already firmly remembered this fabricated surname.
Xiao Jiu grabbed Vellandelle’s hand, smiling warmly.
“Sister Melo, in that case, come with me. I believe you’ll do a great job.”
“Thank you, Sister.”
Afterwards, Vellandelle began working alongside Xiao Jiu.
She also got to know another employee on the morning shift, Mina.
She learned that all waitstaff at the Aphrodite Restaurant were called “Cupids.”
In this job, as Cupids, after serving customers their meals, they could sit down and chat with them about their recent worries, helping to ease their troubles.
Every customer received one Yuesheng Piao per month, which they could cast in favor of their favorite Cupid.
At the end of the month, the Cupid with the most votes would be awarded the title of Zui Mei Aishen, the Most Beautiful Love Goddess, and earn triple pay.
The second place would be the Excellent Love Goddess, earning double pay.
However, it seemed the real competition for the Most Beautiful Love Goddess happened during the night shift, when the restaurant was busiest.
Vellandelle had no such ambitions; she and the other two employees were content with a regular salary.
After Xiao Jiu finished serving her tables, she cleared her throat in the hall and introduced Vellandelle to the morning regulars.
“Could I trouble everyone to take a look?”
Several customers curiously turned around.
As regulars, many had come because of Xiao Jiu or Mina.
“Wow, Xiao Jiu, the girl next to you is so cute. Is she a new Cupid?”
“Yes, yes, this is our new Cupid, Miss Vellandelle Melo. We hope everyone will support her.”
“A new Cupid? She’s really beautiful—on par with Miss Rin Dong!”
“Yeah, she’s stunning. Saying she’s on Rin Dong’s level isn’t an exaggeration at all.”
“Xiao Jiu, can you have this Cupid serve me breakfast?”
“Me too, another bacon sandwich please!”
“Add a hot milk for me as well.”
“…”
Suddenly, Vellandelle became incredibly popular.
She understood the purpose behind Xiao Jiu’s introduction—it was astonishing how many people she had drawn in.
With this kind of momentum, the Shop Manager would surely reward her.
“Keep it up!”
Xiao Jiu gave Vellandelle an encouraging gesture.
Mina smiled, clearly pleased her own workload was lighter.
Mina evidently liked Vellandelle, stepping in to assure the customers: “Don’t worry, everyone. Our new Cupid will serve each of you in turn.”
Vellandelle took a deep breath and started by preparing two servings of hot milk in the kitchen.
“Sister Melo, don’t forget to do the ‘love heart’ gesture for the customers, just like Xiao Jiu and me.”
“I-I know.”
Vellandelle blushed as she remembered that after serving each meal, the Cupid needed to form a heart with their hands to send blessings, accompanied by a self-made phrase like, “Your love-filled breakfast is complete. Please enjoy your meal under the Cupid’s blessings.”
Her first customer was a bespectacled middle-aged lady who, despite her years, still possessed a rich figure and youthful beauty, proof of her earlier charm.
Vellandelle guessed she might be a teacher.
The woman leaned by the window, watching Vellandelle approach with interest.
Nervously, Vellandelle set the tray on the table and handed over the dish.
She blushed deeply but tried to keep her expression calm as she formed a heart with her hands.
“Vellandelle’s love blessings… please, enjoy your meal.”
The contrast between her seemingly indifferent tone and flushed face was utterly endearing, causing the older woman’s heart to flutter.
“I’ve received Miss Vellandelle’s love blessings. I will savor your affection carefully.”
Vellandelle’s cheeks grew even redder.
She hurriedly stepped away to serve the next customer, and Xiao Jiu smiled softly at her busy figure.
“Sister Melo is so easy to embarrass.”
From then on, almost every customer who came to the restaurant requested Vellandelle to serve them, captivated by her stunning presence.
Vellandelle grew busier and gradually got used to the heart gesture.
Little did she know, this moment marked her irreversible path as a beautiful girl.
Only after ten o’clock did the breakfast crowd finally thin out.
Vellandelle slumped into a seat, sighing with relief.
“So tired!”
“Haha, it’s your first day, Sister Melo, and you’re so pretty; the customers must love you.”
“Yeah, if you worked nights, you might even compete for this month’s Most Beautiful Love Goddess.”
Vellandelle sat with the other two waitresses, resting her head on the table.
Mina and Xiao Jiu exchanged a glance and smiled, recalling how much easier their first days were compared to Vellandelle’s.
“My dear Cupids, you’ve all worked hard. Especially you, Vellandelle, you must be exhausted. I made you coffee myself—take a break.”
Mia came over carrying three cups of coffee.
Xiao Jiu and Mina accepted them gratefully, thanking, “Thank you, Shop Manager!”
“Sister Melo…”
Xiao Jiu nudged Vellandelle, who slowly straightened up.
“Thank you, Shop Manager.”
Vellandelle accepted the coffee, her expression full of resignation.
“Looks like you really overdid it, Sister Vellandelle.”
Mia ruffled her hair, and Vellandelle nodded quietly.
Having spent years as a prince, she hadn’t faced much hardship before—maybe that’s why she felt so tired now?
“Sister Vellandelle, have you decided your working hours? You can choose either the morning-to-noon shift or the evening. It’s up to you. Also, you can eat here for free during your work hours.”
“I’ll take the morning-to-noon shift. I don’t like working at night.”
“Alright, the restaurant’s business is usually slower in the mornings, so hopefully, you can help boost it!”
Vellandelle sipped her coffee.
Free meals here were a plus.
Given how much the pervy little Shop Manager seemed to like her, bringing something back for the two little ones wouldn’t be a problem, right?
By noon, Vellandelle saw Mia hanging a banner in the restaurant. Embarrassment flooded her as she read what it said: “Superbly Long-Legged, Abstinent, Shy Beauty New Cupid Debut! Guests Invited to Appreciate!”
What was this place? Were they even serious?
Appreciating herself?
Vellandelle sighed, already noticing one group of customers after another gathering outside.
“Looks like it’s going to be a tough battle…”