But no matter what, right now there are no troubles, it's relaxing and pleasant, except for the terrible hot sun, everything else is fine.

No, I'm slightly thirsty, probably because I lost a lot of fluids while running earlier.

"How about finding a place to sit for a moment?" I suggested.

"Where to?"

"There's a cafe right next to us. We can have a drink and cool down a bit," I said.

"Well... if Jie says so, let's do it," Zhiye agreed without hesitation.

"Alright then... let's go in," I felt a bit embarrassed that I might have to rely on Zhiye to pay later, but there was something strange about this cafe.

There were anime characters on the glass door and all the waitresses inside were dressed like maids.

As I reached for the door handle, even though it was about to open with a push, I hesitated whether I should go in or not.

Cooling down was important, but this kind of otaku culture shop made me, a high school student who had never been involved in it, feel a bit hesitant.

Of course, An Lisi's job is also as a maid, but there's a difference between this and that, the difference is...

"Ah... welcome home, Master."

Too intimate, with a sweet smile, she appeared in front of me completely defenseless, and even held my arm as if she were my girlfriend. I know that the maid culture has deviated from the definition of service and has leaned towards the service of love, but please don't misunderstand. It's only an appearance of intimacy.

And their maid outfits are a bit too revealing, you can even see the lace on their bras.

I didn't know where to look and I couldn't escape now. It felt like I had entered the lair of a fox demon.

Their captivating smiles made it impossible for an otaku like me to resist, but I want to make it clear that I am at least a physically and mentally healthy high school student, and this temptation...

"Please, come this way."

But setting aside the temptation, I had already been brought in completely.

"Miss, this way..."

They didn't forget about Zhiye. I have to say that much. After all, I don't have any money. Yes, the economic power is not in my hands.

After being led to a relatively comfortable spot, the maid with a smile on her face asked, "What would you like, Master? Here is the menu, please have a look."

The maid handed me a menu and I glanced at it.

"Um, I'll have a glass of orange juice with ice," I ordered orange juice with the option of adding ice. At the same time, I asked Zhiye, "What would you like to drink, Zhiye?"

"Jie, you can choose for me..."

"Then let's have the same thing..."

"Is there anything else you need? Our restaurant also has a nice couple's set menu."

"Couple's set menu? Well... I'm afraid..."

"Aren't you two newlyweds? I'm a little jealous, to be honest."

"No, we don't have that kind of relationship," I quickly clarified.

"I see. So, you're a couple in a relationship?"

"Not really..."

"I see... that's a bit disappointing. But don't worry, Master, we will fulfill any of your needs."

The maid gave me a knowing smile.

"Even blowing air in your ear or biting your ear... we can do it," she said, and actually blew air in my ear. I felt a tingling sensation in my body and my face turned slightly red.

"The shy master is really adorable... I really like it,"

Are all the maids here so casual? But no matter what, my body and mind are being eroded,

"So, the master really doesn't need to order anything else?" The maid looked pitiful,

"Well... then let's have two more servings of tiramisu..."

"Alright... please wait a moment, master."

After writing down the order, the maid walked away. I sighed. In such a chaotic situation, I ordered two more servings of tiramisu when I could have ordered ice cream instead.

And I didn't even ask for Zhiye's opinion. I looked at Zhiye, who had no expression on his face.

"Jie..."

"Here!" What is this sudden sense of oppression, is it because I didn't ask for her opinion?

"Jie enjoyed it just now..."

"Enjoyed it?"

"No wonder Jie came to the café with a purpose," Zhiye seemed to misunderstand something.

"Purpose? I don't have any strange intentions. I simply wanted to come to the café to enjoy the air conditioning, have a cold drink, and replenish my lost fluids."

"Is that so? Jie's expression was like walking into a garden, it doesn't seem like what you're saying."

"So... what is Zhiye really concerned about?" In my anxiety, I blurted out.

"Killing off anyone of the opposite sex who tries to get close to Jie without leaving a trace!"

It didn't sound like a joke at all. After saying that, Zhiye stood up and exuded a purplish-black aura.

And at some point, he had a short dagger in his hand.

At this moment, many maids looked in our direction, some of them staring at the knife in Zhiye's hand with confusion.

"Calm down... Zhiye," I stepped forward to stop him.

"Anyone who has come into contact with Jie's opposite sex must die..." Zhiye's pupils dilated.

"Master, the orange juice...and the tiramisu you ordered..." The maid who brought the food froze. She seemed to have seen Zhiye's frightening expression and the knife in his hand.

What should I do? This really made me panic. In order not to scare the maids into screaming with Zhiye's expression, I had to hug her.

"I'm sorry, Zhiye. There's no other way. Please calm down first."

Many eyes were on me, and I felt extremely embarrassed.

Seeing that Zhiye didn't respond, I let go of her and saw that her face was flushed, and the knife in her hand was gone, I sighed in relief.

"Jie..." Zhiye's pupils seemed to be shaking, giving her a pitiful appearance.

"Ah... have you calmed down?"

"Yes... I'm sorry for troubling Jie."

"It's okay... it's okay..." If they see Zhiye holding a knife as if she's going to kill someone, it will be a big problem.

It was really dangerous, my heart was pounding.

"You two are really affectionate... are you a couple?"

"Well... it's just a sudden situation. Can you please bring us the food we ordered?"

"Okay..."

Finally, I can have some cold drinks and desserts to calm down.

While enjoying the refreshing cold drink and eating the sweet tiramisu, I realized that in fact, it's not suitable to eat something at normal temperature that is somewhat hot and sweet on a hot day. But ice cream is different, at least it should be cool.

"In order to thank you for your patronage, the master has prepared a special omelette rice for you, with love. Please make sure to finish all of the omelette rice."

I wanted to say that I wasn't hungry and had just eaten dessert, but the maid seemed to have ignored my thoughts and placed the omelette rice in front of me.

"Do you really want to eat it?"

"Yes... please make sure to eat it."

I really didn't have an appetite.

"But before that... to express my strong love for the master... by the way, how should I address you, master?"

"Xu... Xu Youjie..."

"Then... i love you, Youjie-sama..." The maid carefully wrote down these words using a squeeze bottle filled with tomato sauce. "It's done... Youjie-sama, please eat the omelette rice full of the maid's love."

The maid's smile could melt me. Moreover... it felt like I was being confessed to. I suddenly had a feeling of liking, it was so heartwarming.

No wonder the maid in otaku culture is so popular. This place is simply paradise. Looking around, there are mostly males. No wonder.

This place is truly a fantasy land. Immersed in happiness, I picked up a spoon and started eating the omelette rice full of love. "I'm starting."

"Okay, the master must eat it all, leaving nothing behind."

Immersed in happiness, I put a spoonful of rice into my mouth, but after a moment, I broke out in cold sweat. It wasn't because the omelette rice was bad, it was because of Zhiye opposite me.

"Jie... do you really like omelette rice full of love? I can make it too, you know."

Zhiye used a dining knife to carve words on the plate... the sound of the knife rubbing against the plate was harsh.

"I love Jie... I love Jie... I love Jie..."

It was like a wizard casting a spell. It instantly made me feel like I was in a cold cave.

"Jie, look... my love..."

That plate was already carved...

"Jie will accept it, right?" This was Zhiye's second time losing control. At this moment, Zhiye's expression looked like a girl who had gone crazy because she couldn't meet her lover for a long time.

"Um... what's wrong, miss?" The maid saw it and her face turned pale.

"Ah... this... is probably because of jealousy... after all, there's only mine but not..."

"That's true... but there's no other way... because serving the master is what I, as a maid, should do."

That's because otaku men are regulars, right?

"So..."

"Please don't say anymore..."

"Huh?!" The maid, who was suddenly interrupted, looked surprised.

"I understand what you're saying... I understand it all..." Zhiye really couldn't control herself anymore.

"It's so nice that the master can understand my heart," the maid said happily, but I couldn't feel any happiness and instead felt exhausted.

Zhiye was still in that state of losing control. If left like this, she would definitely go berserk.

There's nothing I can do. I had to gather my courage and feed the omelette rice to Zhiye.

"Is it... delicious?"

I asked nervously. In fact, I wasn't confident that I could save such a situation.

Zhiye suddenly stopped, her gaze focused on one point.

"Can you feed me another bite?" I was worried when Zhiye didn't say anything for a while, but when I heard these words, the stone hanging in my heart also fell.

"It's okay if you want me to feed you as many bites as you want."

I smiled and said,

"Jie... so, please feed me one more bite,"

"Alright..." I naturally scooped up a spoonful and fed it to Zhiye, who lowered their head after eating,

"It's really delicious..." Tears welled up in their eyes as they slightly raised their head,

That's a bit exaggerated, but it's really great that Zhiye has regained their sanity. I really want to rest my head on the table now,

"So, it's true that the master and the miss are a couple. The miss's jealous look is quite cute. Ah... It's such a pity that I can't be all lovey-dovey with the master,"

Please stop saying that. Spare me, I plead in my heart,

"By the way, we also offer photography services here. Would the master like to... leave behind a photo of love with me...?"

If this continues, something bad is bound to happen. I quickly refuse, "I have something... I have to go back. I want to settle the bill..."

"Is that so? What a shame... Then, go this way."

It's really helpful that the maid didn't excessively pester me anymore,

"Thank you for dining with us. Are you satisfied with our maids?"

After settling the bill, the maid cashier asked me with a smile,

"Of course..."

"Thank you for your feedback. Here's a discount card for your next visit,"

The maid cashier handed me a card,

"Alright..." I replied as I took the card,

"The master and the miss look forward to your next visit." As I left, the maids also bid farewell. The experience at this kind of establishment is great. Maybe I can try coming alone next time.