Cherry Miller's efficiency was truly unmatched.
Even though she had lost her official position as chief assistant, no one dared to refuse her orders.
After all, Yina Yin was sitting right there, smiling as she sipped the black chicken soup Cherry Miller brought her!
If the young lady herself was indulging her, who else would dare say anything?
Besides, everyone had seen with their own eyes how much Cecilia Gu had spoiled Cherry Miller over the years.
It was just a job title, nothing more.
Honestly, it didn’t mean anything.
“Alright!” The secretaries quickly scooped up piles of documents and hurried away.
Yina Yin sighed emotionally, "See? It's just better when you're by my side! When you're not here, these things drive me crazy."
Cherry Miller flexed her wrist and said, "Miss, no matter how much you exaggerate, the work that's yours won't get any less."
"Cough, cough, don't be so cruel with the truth." Yina Yin pulled Cherry Miller down to sit beside her and drank soup together. "How's that boy next door?"
Cherry Miller gave a strange smile. "I just feel like that Jay Kee isn't as innocent as he looks. He's way too enthusiastic."
Yina Yin grinned, "Let me tell you something funny."
Then Yina Yin leaned in mysteriously to Cherry Miller's ear and whispered, "Last night when I got home, I ran into that Jay Kee boy. Guess what he said to me?"
"What did he say?" Cherry Miller followed Yina Yin's lead. "Did he ask about your identity? Didn't Mason Ming tell him?"
"You got it half right." Yina Yin laughed slyly. "But the real fun was after that. He probably thinks you're some heiress from a big family. He kept asking me about your background and even guessed a few families. I was curious, so I didn't deny or confirm anything, just let it slide. What happened next nearly killed me with laughter!"
"What happened?"
"He might think I'm your kept boy toy." Yina Yin finished and giggled for ages, making Cherry Miller laugh too.
"What?" Cherry Miller looked baffled. "His imagination is way out there!"
"That's not all! He even challenged me." Yina Yin laughed so hard she nearly cried. "He said, even if I'm your boy toy now, it's just temporary. A rich heiress like you will eventually choose a talented, capable man. Basically, he thinks I'm useless and you'll dump me for someone with potential—like him! Oh my god, I almost died laughing when he said that. How can someone be so... interesting? I can't hold it in anymore, hahahaha!"
Cherry Miller was stunned. "His logic is wild!"
But you really couldn't blame Jay Kee for this.
Honestly, it was because Yina Yin's look was just so androgynous!
I mean, she's 178cm tall—the average height for a guy. Plus, she trains in boxing and martial arts, so she's all muscle and her slim waist just screams strength.
And with her gender-neutral style—no makeup, no jewelry—
It's no wonder people mistake her for a guy.
Especially since Jay Kee works in the entertainment industry, where most of the guys are just like Yina Yin—fair-skinned, skinny, kind of delicate, not exactly macho.
So Jay Kee just assumed Yina Yin was the guy Cherry Miller was keeping on the side.
Jay Kee figured, if someone else could be kept, why couldn't he?
And that's how Jay Kee's confidence just kept growing!
"Hey, listen, it's been ages since I've had this much fun. You better not blow my cover in front of him," Yina Yin warned Cherry Miller. "Let him keep misunderstanding—it's way more entertaining that way."
"Miss! Are you just trying to make trouble for me?" Cherry Miller looked at Yina Yin, frustrated. "What if he really believes it and actually does something?"
"Then that's his bad luck!" Yina Yin slouched on the sofa, grinning slyly. "Life's been boring lately. I don't care, just do what I say!"
Cherry Miller shook her head speechlessly. "Fine, as long as you're having fun."
"So, what do you think he'll do next?" Yina Yin's grin grew even more mischievous.
"Probably flowers, dinner invitations, that kind of thing." Cherry Miller rubbed her nose, feeling a headache. Her boss was so unpredictable, and she had to go along with it.
"I bet he's got more tricks up his sleeve," Yina Yin said with a cheeky smile. "If anything happens, don't forget to tell me!"
"Alright." Cherry Miller agreed, even though she felt helpless.
As an assistant, meeting her boss's demands was always top priority.
That evening, Yina Yin went to a business banquet, while Cherry Miller drove herself back to her apartment on Riverdale Avenue.
Just as Cherry Miller parked her car, she caught sight of someone rushing toward the elevator.
Before Cherry even got out, she heard a loud thud—someone had fallen.
Cherry calmly locked her car and took a few steps, when she heard the person cry out, "Ouch, I fell! I think I twisted my ankle! Is anyone there? Anyone?"
Under the lights, Cherry saw clearly—it was none other than Jay Kee, the guy they'd been talking about earlier.
Now Cherry understood everything.
Jay Kee was definitely up to something!
And he was targeting her specifically!
Normally, she wouldn't bother and would just let him make a fuss.
But with her boss loving drama and forcing her to play along...
This really was—
"Are you okay?" Cherry Miller asked, sticking to the script. "Did you hurt yourself? Do you want me to call an ambulance?"
"No, no, that's not necessary!" Jay Kee quickly replied. "It's just a sprain, no need for an ambulance. Could you help me upstairs? I have a first aid kit at home!"
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Cherry really wanted to just walk away, but for Yina Yin's twisted sense of fun, she said, "I can't lift you by myself. I'll call someone from building management to help."
After saying that, Cherry called building management.
Soon, a security guard arrived—big and burly like a black bear. He lifted Jay Kee right off the ground with one hand. "Let me take you upstairs, sir!"
Jay Kee, who'd been hoping for a sweet, romantic moment, was speechless: "..."
He wanted to refuse deep down.
But that security guard was way too strong!
He couldn't refuse at all!
"Well, thanks," Jay Kee said stiffly to the security guard, then shot Cherry Miller a resentful look, like she'd let him down.
After they got in the elevator, Cherry couldn't help but rub her forehead.
After all these years, she rarely met anyone so dramatic.
Who knew she'd run into one so soon after coming back to the country?
Ding—elevator arrived.
Just as the security guard was about to help him out, Jay Kee quickly said, "No, no, it's fine! We're at my door. I can hop over myself."
Afraid the burly guard would keep manhandling him, Jay Kee really did hop out on one foot.
Cherry Miller, still helpless, rubbed her forehead again and said to the guard, "Thanks for bringing him back."
With that, Cherry stepped out of the elevator too.
Jay Kee hopped to his door, noticing Cherry Miller didn't show a hint of sympathy. He felt indignant.
Sure, the boy toy she's keeping looks pretty good, but won't she get tired of him after a while?
Really not going to consider him at all?
Come on, he's a celebrity known as a little genius!
Jay Kee's gaze grew more and more resentful, but Cherry Miller didn't even look up as she entered her password, walked in, and shut the door behind her without a second thought.
Only then did Jay Kee reluctantly knock on his own door.
"Jay Kee? What happened to you?" Mason Ming was shocked to see Jay limping. "Was it my fault? Did Mr. Qin's people come after you too?"
Jay Kee held back and said, "It's got nothing to do with you. I just slipped downstairs."
"Let me get you some medicine," Mason Ming said, turning to look for the first aid kit.
But after searching for ages, he couldn't find any medicine for sprains or bruises.
Mason Ming, always loyal, immediately stood up and said, "We're out of medicine. I'll go buy some."
Jay Kee's eyes darted and he grabbed Mason Ming. "Are you crazy? Mr. Qin's people are watching outside—you really dare go out?"
"But your injury..." Mason Ming was torn, genuinely worried about Jay Kee.
"How about asking next door if they have any medicine?" Jay Kee, suddenly fired up again, said, "Never mind, I'll go ask next door. You just stay here!"
With that, Jay Kee hopped out on one foot.
Knock, knock, knock—
The door was knocked.
Cherry Miller opened the door and saw Jay Kee outside, looking pitiful. "Miss, we're out of medicine at home. Do you have anything for sprains or bruises? Could you lend me some?"
Seeing Jay Kee's swollen ankle, Cherry realized he was actually hurt and nodded, "Wait a moment."
"Can I come in and wait?" Jay Kee looked at Cherry with a pitiful expression. "It's hard to stand here! I promise I won't wander or touch anything!"
"Come in." Cherry gave Jay Kee a steady look before saying, "If it's hard to change shoes, don't bother."