Chapter 124: A Request for Yu Qingxue

“Master, were you satisfied with the cuisine we prepared for you this evening?”

“Very satisfied, thank you.”

“There’s no need to thank us. It is our honor to prepare dinner for you.”

The maid standing politely before Gao Sijin possessed a head of dazzling blonde hair, as radiant as sunlight. Like most European women, her skin was fair and delicate, her nose high and elegant, her lips naturally rosy. She was tall and curvaceous, her chest rivaling even Yu Qingxue’s colossal bust.

Most important were her deep, bright emerald-green eyes, which gave her a lively and cheerful disposition.

Her name was Morgana, a girl from Paris.

Although she differed from the other maids and always liked to proactively approach Gao Sijin, he constantly felt her closeness harbored ulterior motives. Rumor had it she had coveted the Head Maid’s position for a long time. He might just be a stepping stone on her path to promotion.

Therefore, no matter how she curried favor, Gao Sijin always chose to stay by Yu Qingxue’s side.

“Let’s go, Master.” Yu Qingxue beckoned to Gao Sijin. “Or, do you intend to change things up today and let this foreign blonde lady keep you company?”

“I have no such intention.”

Gao Sijin followed closely behind Yu Qingxue.

The smile of the maid named Morgana always carried a hint of deliberateness, and her emerald-green eyes flickered with the pursuit of status and gain.

As for the other maids, they rarely took the initiative to contact Gao Sijin, almost fearful of him.

“Among all the maids, the Young Master truly does favor me the most. This is indeed my honor.”

“Don’t flatter yourself. I just don’t want to harm anyone. Who knows when Rio might toss you into Tokyo Bay to feed the fish? Don’t say I didn’t warn you when that happens.”

“Then, Master, would you shed tears for me?”

“I might offer a few seconds of silence for you, but crying? Absolutely not.”

“Oh, is that so.” Yu Qingxue wasn’t angry. She simply pursed her lips into a smile. “If I could no longer serve you, Master, perhaps I would cry.”

“Heh, I almost believed you.”

The two strolled along the long corridor inside the building. The air was fresh, purified by the green vegetation within the potted plants.

Almost every kind of flower could be found inside this building, and there was even an indoor garden.

Beyond that, within this forty-plus story building, aside from the 30th floor’s modern minimalist style where Gao Sijin and Tsukiyuki Rio often lived, the other floors featured interior designs including Chinese, Japanese, and Mediterranean styles, located on the 15th, 16th, and 27th floors respectively. The interior space was so vast that after dinner, the two could wander for an hour while constantly seeing different scenery.

Unconsciously, the two arrived at a long, empty, and deserted corridor. Yu Qingxue wore a form-fitting long maid’s dress and followed behind Gao Sijin in crisp, loud high heels, appearing humble and obedient.

“By the way, Master, there are no cameras in this area,” Yu Qingxue suddenly said in a lowered voice.

“Why are you suddenly mentioning that?”

“A place without cameras… what do you think it’s suitable for?”

“How should I know.”

“A place without cameras is naturally suitable for murder or an affair.” Yu Qingxue wore a coquettish smile, her eyes somewhat evasive. “Do you want to try having an affair with a maid?”

“No.”

“I distinctly remember someone asking me, before I left, if I wanted to try the feeling of kissing.”

“The man who said those words died completely the moment a certain someone betrayed him. You chose the path, idol.”

“Tch, how dull.”

Gao Sijin gazed at Yu Qingxue’s exquisite and beautiful face. He couldn’t believe she actually wanted to kiss him.

Moreover, no matter what, Gao Sijin could no longer find the heart-pounding feeling he had when he first met Yu Qingxue. After the betrayal, all goodwill had shattered into dust and fragments.

But even so, there were matters where Gao Sijin could not part from Yu Qingxue.

Inside this building, Yu Qingxue was probably the only woman with whom he could communicate normally.

“However, Qingxue, there’s actually something I want to ask of you.”

“If you have a request, please speak plainly, my dear Master.”

“Can you arrange for me to meet Xiaohe?”

Yu Qingxue smiled.

“No. That is non-negotiable.”

“Then could you deliver a message for me?”

Yu Qingxue furrowed her brows and said, “That wouldn’t be a problem. What message do you want me to bring? If it’s a plea for help, I will harshly kick your backside with my boot.”

“It’s not a plea for help. I just want you to tell her I am well and to not worry. I’m guessing Feng Xiaohe came to Tokyo because I hadn’t updated on time. Tell her that from now on, I will continue creating in J-Country, and she need not worry about my affairs.”

“Passing this message along for you isn’t an issue. Young Lady Tsukiyuki is also a magnanimous person; she wouldn’t get angry over such a small matter.”

“And my family…”

“You needn’t worry too much about your family,” Yu Qingxue said, wearing a gentle smile. “Not long ago, your cousin already learned the news that you would be marrying into a wealthy family. Although from now on, you and your family will never be able to meet, because of this small sacrifice of yours, your family will live a lifetime free from worry about food and clothing.”

“Never be able to meet for a lifetime?”

Recalling his aunt’s earnest teachings throughout his life, Gao Sijin felt as if a poisonous thorn had deeply pierced his heart.

But at the same time, thinking that although they couldn’t meet, they would become well-fed and clothed because of this, Gao Sijin felt a bit of comfort.

If he hadn’t been abducted by Tsukiyuki Rio, his family might still be suffering from poverty. But could material things truly replace emotion?

Gao Sijin looked at Yu Qingxue with pleading eyes.

“Can I call my family?”

“Give it up, Master. What good would calling do? It has no meaning other than making your heart yearn even more for an unrealistic freedom. From now on, you just need to focus on writing well. By Young Lady Tsukiyuki’s side, you can enjoy the most top-tier services. One must learn to be content. All worries in the world stem from wanting everything to be perfect. But do you think that’s possible?”

“Forget it. I’m going back to write. Since you say you’ve already settled everything for my family, then I have no further worries. Let this building become the gravestone for me, Gao Sijin.”

Gao Sijin turned around, facing away from Yu Qingxue.

His hands clenched tightly into fists, but immediately relaxed.

Whether free or under house arrest, he still had to finish writing. The written word was the heart’s most sincere monologue. Now, he just wanted to write more interesting stories to dilute the oppression within him.

Writing was truly wonderful. At least he could forget his sorrows.