230 Hide and Seek ? (2/2)

One of the girls wore an oversized jean, coupled with a baggy t-shirt. She sported a black-rimmed spectacle but her hair was a mess. From the looks of it, she had not showered for the past few days.

The other girl wore a black and white uniform. She was extremely petite and looked just like a middle-school student.

”Hmph, is this ... Yan Xiao Qing and An Xin?” Zhao Yao squinted his eyes into a line and instantly recognized the both of them. Maybe it's because they were regulars of the café.

He remembered that Yan Xiao Qing was an average student that never excelled in her studies. On the other hand, An Xin was an all As student who spent all her time in the café with her face buried in her books.

Yan Xiao Qing and An Xin were currently making their way towards the café.

Yan Xiao Qing's mood plummeted the moment she started recollecting her experience the past week.

Originally, her body had benefited immensely from the powers of Celestial Beats. She even improved in the game, PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds.

However, her health plummeted and reverted to the original state after the past week of hiatus. This was what happened when Celestial Beats was taken away from their lives.

Not only did her dark circles returned to haunt her, pimples started popping up all over her face from the midnight oil that she burnt. Her face had instantly deteriorated to an unimaginable state. Yan Xiao Qing could not tolerate it any longer.

”D*mn it, I think I have aged by at least five years over the past week.”

Every day, she would come over to the café, brimming with anticipation. However, the workers inside had no idea when the café would resume business and she would leave with disappointment. Her resentment towards the cafe grew with every passing day.

She had just learned that the café had finally reopened for business and instantly dragged her friend, An Xin, back there.

Yan Xiao Qing's eyes beamed with excitement when she noticed the crowd inside. She exclaimed, ”It's finally open.” She held An Xin's hands and literally dragged her into the café.

A smile crept up Zhao Yao's face as he approached the both of them with a friendly wave, ”Hey, it's been so long …”

However, the two girls seemed oblivious to him and just entered the café, ignoring his wave.

Zhao Yao curled his lips in disgust and mumbled, ”Kids these days are really so ill-mannered.”

Once they entered the café, their bodies were once again bathed in the soothing effects of Celestial Beats. Her expression was a combination of happiness, relief, and excitement. Xiao Qing pressed her palms against her cheeks and exclaimed, ”My pretty face is finally returning!”

An Xin, who stood beside Xiao Qing, started to relax as her body was relieved of all the pressures and tensions. She heaved a sigh of relief and commented, ”Finally, no more menstrual cramps. I'm just gonna camp at this place during that time of the month. No one is ever going to kick me out of here.”

Zhao Yao followed behind them and rolled his eyes when he heard their comments, ”Do you really take this place as a gynecological clinic.

Suddenly, a sweet voice erupted in the café as Xiao Qing exclaimed, ”Boss!” It seemed like she had only just noticed Zhao Yao's existence.

An Xin's face flushed with embarrassment as she retorted, ”Why did you eavesdrop on our conversation?”

”You were the one who announced it to everyone.” Zhao Yao carefully put on his shoe covers and continued, ”Do not feel embarrassed. This is just a natural biological process and menstrual pains are just a part of it. We are all mature adults and there's nothing for you to worry about.”

An Xin pouted her lips and began screaming in her head, ”Mature my ass! You are just a cat café owner. You do not have to worry about my menstrual pains!”

Zhao Yao continued putting on the other shoe cover and commented, ”Young girls like you have no idea how to take care of your body. During that time of the month, you still continue eating ice-cream and drinking milk tea. In the middle of the bloody winter, you are still wearing that stupid mini-skirt. Obviously, you'll suffer from menstrual cramps. Spend more time in my café and rehabilitate. Just order some warm water when the pain kicks in.”

An Xin curled her lips and responded, ”Boss, I'm sure you don't have a girlfriend.”

”That's bullshit. I'm just not interested in looking for one. For a man of my caliber, I cannot just randomly pick any girl from the streets.”

An Xin cursed him in her head, ”You are doomed to spend the rest of your life alone.”

Meanwhile, Xiao Qing whipped her phone out of her pocket and exclaimed, ”Boss, add me on WeChat.”

Zhao Yao threw her a disdainful glare and replied, ”What are you doing? Don't just fall for me because of my good looks. How can you be so superficial?”

Yan Xiao Qing retorted, ”I'm afraid you might suddenly close the café and run off for a holiday. At least, I'll be able to contact you and find out the day that you return.”

”Oh, that's why. You gave me a scare.” Zhao Yap whipped out his phone and tapped on WeChat, ”Just scan my code.”

Xiao Qing successfully added him on WeChat and noticed his id 'Too handsome for a name' and could not help but rolled her eyes in disbelief. She thought, ”How narcissistic is he?” She secretly tapped on his contact and changed his name on her phone to 'Elizabeth's personal janitor'.

After bantering with his regulars, Zhao Yao returned to the café to face Shi Yu's barrage of scolding, ”Zhao Yao, you have finally returned? Have you enjoyed yourself from your adventures outside?”

Zhao Yao broke into laughter and replied, ”Shi Yu, do you know what the most important thing of the 21st century is?”

Shi Yu was stunned by his question and replied, ”Talent?”

”Nope,” Zhao Yao acted as if he was drowning in disappointment before continuing, ”As an insider, I expected more from you. Obviously, it's cats. I have spent this time in search of more cats for our café.”

Shi Yu stared at Zhao Yao blankly and asked, ”So where are they?”

Zhao Yao heaved a long sigh and answered, ”All the cats are addicted to computer games. It's so hard to find a hardworking and competent worker.”

Shi Yu continued, ”How about a human helper? When you weren't around, we couldn't manage with so many things happening inside the café. At least, hire another person to help out.”

”No, I have to keep the costs low. I will be in charge of the waste disposal.” The net profit directly affected his experience points earned. Hence, Zhao Yao would stop at nothing to maximize his earnings.