Mu Yunfan suddenly realized that if Phyllis continued to greet guests outside, he wouldn't be able to handle it alone. So he immediately ran out of the store, grabbing Phyllis' hand and said, "Phyllis, it's getting too busy inside the shop, come help us!"
"Oh? Okay, sure."
Mu Yunfan quickly taught Phyllis how to take orders and rushed back to the kitchen to cook. While busy in the kitchen, Mu Yunfan was initially worried if Phyllis, who was originally a high-ranking fairy saint, would be able to handle the work. However, when he looked from the kitchen to the front of the shop, he saw that Phyllis, although a bit inexperienced, managed to successfully take orders from one customer after another.
The two of them continued to work tirelessly. After finishing the tasks inside the shop, Phyllis would intelligently run outside to welcome another wave of customers before returning to help inside.
Phyllis used the slogan of delicious food to attract customers. Although the food sold in Mu Yunfan's shop was not specialized or conventional gourmet cuisine, Mu Yunfan always paid attention to the taste of the food. He never treated it carelessly or compromised on the ingredients, so the taste of the dishes was comparable, if not better, than that of other shops. Therefore, there were no complaints from customers about the taste of the food.
The two of them continued to work tirelessly until the peak hours ended and they could finally catch a break. Mu Yunfan looked at the few remaining customers in the shop and couldn't help but feel amazed. Could the business of his shop really be this good?
At this moment, Phyllis was still cleaning the dishes and Mu Yunfan suddenly noticed that Ruduo and Joseph, these two fellows, had not left yet! They were both staring at Phyllis in disbelief.
Mu Yunfan walked over and said impatiently, "Hey, why are you two still not leaving?"
Only then did the two of them come back to their senses. Ruduo stood up abruptly and pointed at Phyllis, incredulously saying, "Who is she? What is she?"
Joseph also stood up with a face full of disbelief and said, "How is it possible for you to have such a beautiful elven employee? What is your relationship?"
Faced with their questioning, Mu Yunfan knew he couldn't reveal Phyllis' identity as a fairy saint. He was thinking of a reason to make up when Phyllis, who was not far away, heard their questions about her relationship with him. She suddenly became flustered.
The elven race is a peaceful and free-loving race, but the elven nobles almost copied the etiquettes of human nobles, considering themselves even higher than human nobles and adhered to even stricter norms.
For example, noble women were absolutely not allowed to live under the same roof with noble men before they officially got married. Otherwise, it would be considered morally corrupt and would tarnish both families' reputation.
These things became even stricter as the nobility became higher, especially in the Duke's family where Phyllis was born.
Phyllis had slept in Mu Yunfan's bed last night solely because she had momentarily forgotten after a series of events. But now, hearing someone questioning her relationship with Mu Yunfan, Phyllis became flustered.
What should I do? I can't ruin Mr. Mu Yunfan's reputation by living in his house like this! Mr. Mu Yunfan has been so good to me, how can I do this to him?
Phyllis clenched her fists tightly, no, absolutely not like this!
At this moment, while Mu Yunfan was hesitating about how to answer the question about their relationship, Phyllis suddenly approached, stood by his side, her face blushing, and said firmly, "I am Mr. Mu Yunfan's wife!"
As Phyllis said the words, all three of them had surprised expressions on their faces. Mu Yunfan was simply surprised, while Ruduo and Joseph instantly felt a surge of envy and jealousy in their hearts.
Although the two of them owned successful restaurants that many people admired, what outsiders didn't know was that both of their wives couldn't stand their bad personalities and their tendency to cause trouble due to their successful businesses. As a result, their wives had left them.These two people came together because they had the same illness, and they kept it a secret from everyone.
However, Mu Yunfan, whom they now despise and consider a loser in life, unexpectedly has such a beautiful and enviable wife! Moreover, her appearance has improved the business in the store, and they can no longer mock Mu Yunfan.
At that moment, the two of them felt like the world had turned upside down. It turns out that Mu Yunfan is actually the winner in life, and they are the ones being looked down upon. No wonder Mr. Mu has always ignored their mockery, because he never considered them at all!
At this point, Rudolf still held a glimmer of hope. How could this poor boss, Mu Yunfan, possibly have such a beautiful wife?!
Immediately, Rudolf aggressively questioned, "Is it true? You, you must be lying!"
Phyllis, seeing her relationship with Mu Yunfan being questioned, instantly became flustered.
No, no, for the reputation of Mr. Mu Yunfan, she couldn't let the truth be revealed. She had to come up with a reason!
Phyllis made up her mind and reached out to hold Mu Yunfan's arm, standing close to him with blushing cheeks. "I, I mean it! Mr. Mu Yunfan is my savior, and I am willing to marry him, so, so I am his wife!"
This statement shocked everyone present. Not only Rudolf and Joseph, who were thunderstruck, even the usually composed and calm Mu Yunfan couldn't help but feel agitated.
Rudolf and Joseph, their faces ashen, didn't say a word. They stumbled out of the shop, their figures exuding a deep desolation.
Watching their backs, Mu Yunfan suddenly felt a sense of pity for them.
As soon as the two of them left, Phyllis quickly let go of Mu Yunfan's hand and stood there blushing.
Mu Yunfan calmed his restless heart and asked, "Phyllis, why did you say that?"
Though Phyllis's words stirred up some restlessness in Mu Yunfan, his rationality told him that there must be a reason for it.
Phyllis blushed and said, "I, I don't want Mr. Mu Yunfan's reputation to be tarnished."
"Reputation tarnished?"
Then Phyllis explained her idea. They were living together, and as long as others thought they were husband and wife, Mu Yunfan wouldn't be affected by gossip.
Mu Yunfan couldn't help but marvel at Phyllis's idea. It was so cute!
Phyllis, thinking that she had caused trouble for Mu Yunfan, anxiously apologized, "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have taken matters into my own hands. I'm really sorry!"
Tears welled up in Phyllis's eyes. Mu Yunfan saved her life, yet she had caused him trouble. She felt so ungrateful!
Seeing Phyllis in such a panic, Mu Yunfan quickly smiled and said, "It's, it's okay."
Phyllis thought she had caused trouble for him, but in fact, she hadn't. Mu Yunfan was secretly happy. Phyllis seemed to have forgotten how attractive she was to boys as a super beautiful girl.
To be honest, it was advantageous for others to think that he and Phyllis were husband and wife. And this place wasn't the elven noble's domain, so there wouldn't be the problems Phyllis was worried about.
If it were a more upright boy, he would definitely clarify their relationship at this point. However, Mu Yunfan was an 18-year-old teenager with the throbbing and restlessness typical of puberty.
Mu Yunfan looked at the beautiful Phyllis and rubbed his cheek. "Since it's like this, then, let's temporarily say that's our relationship to others."
Phyllis saw that not only did Mu Yunfan not blame her, but also agreed to this arrangement. For some reason, there was a burst of joy in her heart, and a sweet smile appeared on her face as she nodded vigorously."Thank you!"