Although his tone was somewhat indifferent, Xia Yihan still felt a hint of concern behind the coldness. Such a strange person, he completely ignored her severe injury, yet he seemed to care when she was hungry. She felt a bit embarrassed, but then she thought that she was working in his house after all, and providing meals was normal. With that in mind, she naturally picked up her bowl to eat. Ye Zimo continued to sip his shark fin soup slowly, so slowly that even after she finished eating, he still had not finished. "Don't waste it! Have some dim sum too!" he ordered again. After drinking the shark fin soup, Xia Yihan felt much more comfortable in her stomach. It had been a full year since Xiao Jun passed away, and during this year, Xia Yihan had never had a full meal; she always lacked an appetite. Perhaps the dim sum made by the Ye family was very delicious, or maybe because she had been hungry for too long, but in Ye Zimo's eyes, her way of eating was very appetizing. He was still sipping the soup when she put the last piece of dim sum to her mouth, but before she could take a bite, he suddenly snatched it away with his hand. "Who said you could eat it all? I'm still hungry!" He said, then threw the piece of dim sum that he had taken from her mouth into his own, chewing slowly before swallowing. It was as if he hadn't eaten something so delicious in many years, and he satisfaction curled the corners of his lips, his expression even a bit childish. Xia Yihan was stunned by his childish behavior, staring at him for a long time before her face turned red. That was something she had bitten into, how could he just... Seeing her blushing and staring at him, Ye Zimo's face immediately darkened, and he coldly glanced at the tray, saying, "Take it away!" "Yes, Mr. Ye!"

Xia Yihan retracted her gaze, quickly cleaned up, and carried the tray out. After leaving the main house, she delivered the tray to the kitchen, washed the dishes and tray clean, and then returned to the main house. When she came back, a security guard locked the door of the main house, and the main lights were turned off. She wanted to continue mopping the floor, but her eyelids were too heavy to hold up, and she leaned against the floor-to-ceiling window with a rag in her hand and fell into a deep sleep. The next morning, after the butler gathered the maids, he took a few words of admonition in a corner. "Last night, Xia Yihan was on night duty in the main house. Mr. Ye specifically instructed the kitchen to make two bowls of shark fin soup, one of which was for Xia Yihan. Last time I told you not to delude yourselves into thinking you could rise above your station. Do you really think there's no hope at all? People have feelings, and whoever appears by his side often will attract more of his attention. Even if you can't marry him openly, being able to bear him a child and becoming the lesser wife is still a lifetime's fortune, understand? Especially you, Tian Ai, with your good looks, figure, and intelligence, you must try harder!" "Yes, butler! I will try my best!" It was rare for the butler to mention her name, and Zhao Tianai felt that with his help, her chances of getting close to the young master would definitely increase. "How about I take the night shift in the hall tonight?" she tentatively asked. "Let me see what I can do." The butler had just finished speaking when his phone rang; it was a call from Ye Zimo's female assistant, Lin Ling. "Okay, I'll be right there!"

After he finished speaking, he instructed the maids to serve Ye Zimo at the gym. Ye Zimo, having risen early, ordered Xia Yihan to continue mopping the floor, not allowing her to go to the gym. When the butler brought Lin Ling into the hall, she was diligently attending to her task. 'Yihan, Mr. Ye has instructed you to change into this set of clothes. He said that you are a member of the Ye family and should not bring shame to the Ye family when you go out!' said the butler. Lin Ling was dressed in a white professional suit with ear-length short hair, looking neat and capable. She handed the dress, underwear, shoes, and accessories to Xia Yihan, then waited in the hall for her to change and come out. There was not a trace of a smile on Lin Ling's face, while the butler stood beside her with a constant smile. Although the butler had been by Ye Zimo's side for a long time, he knew in his heart that Ye Zimo relied on Lin Ling much more than on him.

She was only in her twenties, yet she was extremely independent and sophisticated, acting swiftly and decisively, serving as Ye Zimo's right-hand woman. Lin Ling pursed her lips tightly, appearing expressionless, but in reality, she was angry. She was indeed an assistant, but who didn't know of her abilities, and who wouldn't look at her with respect? She never thought that she would now be reduced to buying clothes herself and delivering them to the Ye residence, not to give to Ye Zimo, nor to any noble young lady, but to a maid. Over the years, there had been no shortage of beauties around the Crown Prince, but she had never been called upon to serve. She didn't understand why a mere maid should receive such an honor. Xia Yihan put on the light blue dress with a fringe trim and paired it with a pair of white stiletto sandals, adorning her neck with exquisite jewelry. She stepped out of the bathroom with graceful strides, even the butler couldn't help but admire her in his heart—indeed, she was beautiful. Not just because of her nearly perfect face, but also her overall aura, fully capable of carrying off world-renowned brands, and looking even more charming than international models. "Sit down! I'll do your hair!" Lin Ling said stiffly, not hiding her displeasure. "Thank you, I'm sorry to trouble you," Xia Yihan could see she was upset, and she didn't want to bother her, but she had to follow Ye Zimo's instructions. Xia Yihan sat down in the armchair, and Lin Ling gathered her straight hair, deftly tying it into a bun, then securing it with an accessory that matched her necklace. "Alright, follow me to see Mr. Ye!"

After Lin Ling finished speaking, she stepped forward and walked away first. The butler hurriedly followed, and Xia Yihan also walked briskly in her high heels, striving to keep up with her pace. Lin Ling stopped at the door of the gym, and the butler opened the door for her. She walked in arrogantly and briefly said in front of the treadmill, 'The task you assigned has been completed!' Ye Zimo stopped in his tracks, his gaze indifferently sweeping over Xia Yihan from head to toe, a flash of admiration passing through his eyes. The maids looked at Xia Yihan, their gazes filled with various shades of envy, jealousy, and hatred converging on her. Jiu Jiu couldn't help but praise, 'Yihan, you are so beautiful.' Liu Xiaojiao also whispered, 'Yes, yes, so noble.' The butler coughed lightly, and everyone fell silent. Ye Zimo glanced at Lin Ling and said, 'Not bad, you can go to work now.' 'Yes, Mr. Ye!' Since Xia Yihan had entered this door, she felt that she should stand here like the other maids and serve Ye Zimo. Just as she was about to grab the towel tray, before she could move her feet, she heard Ye Zimo instruct the butler, 'I want some time alone to think, take them for breakfast!' 'Yes, Mr. Ye!' The butler responded and led them away. Xia Yihan had just finished breakfast when the driver sent by Hai Zhixuan arrived, right on time. She couldn't help but wonder if the capricious Ye Zimo had intentionally let the servants have breakfast early because she hadn't eaten last night, so that she could eat well before leaving the Ye residence?