Transmigrating to Woo the Villainous Young Lady - Chapter 3

However, Fu Guiyi didn’t wake Shen Li. Instead, she lowered her gaze, carefully studying the sleeping girl. For the first time, she realized her estate housed such a strikingly beautiful maid.

Even with her eyes closed, Shen Li’s alluring appearance stirred wicked thoughts.

Who could have imagined that when the Head Maid recruited her years ago, Shen Li had been a ragged, disheveled girl? Fu Guiyi had never paid her much attention, though she usually remembered the servants in her household.

This wasn’t out of particular concern, but rather due to her innate photographic memory. Those with striking features, like Shen Li, were especially unforgettable.

Asleep, Shen Li curled up like a small dog. Fu Guiyi couldn’t resist reaching out, her icy fingertips pressing against the girl’s cheek.

Shen Li was malnourished, her face lacking any plumpness.

Perhaps I should give her extra meals? Fu Guiyi couldn’t help but think. That would make cuddling up to her even more comfortable.

It had been a long time since Fu Guiyi had slept so soundly. In the past, she could have ordered extra charcoal braziers lit in her room, but the heat never reached her body. Even when the room was warm and cozy in the middle of the night, Fu Guiyi still felt as if she were trapped in an icy cave. Sometimes her forehead would sweat from the heat, yet the bone-deep chill persisted.

Still, this maid’s skin was truly exquisite, finer than that of some noble ladies—so smooth it was almost addictive to touch.

Fu Guiyi’s fingers lingered, eventually settling on Shen Li’s lips. Before she could examine them more closely, she felt the maid’s lips gently close around her fingertip.

A warm, electric sensation surged through her.

Fu Guiyi frowned.

This girl has some nerve, daring to bite me!

But before Fu Guiyi could react, Shen Li’s eyes fluttered open, her dark pupils filled with fear.

Eldest Miss, you’re awake?

I’ll help you dress right away…

In her haste, Shen Li tumbled off the bed, landing with a thud on her rear.

Her cheeks flushed crimson, her ears burning like hot coals. She was mortified, having lost face in front of her target.

Will this deduct Strategy Value?

If so, she’d regret this deeply.

Fortunately, the System didn’t issue a warning, suggesting no Strategy Value had been deducted.

Just as Shen Li began to relax, the System’s voice chimed in. Oh no… is it still going to deduct Strategy Value?

She could only hope it wouldn’t deduct points.

Shen Li prayed inwardly, but to her surprise, the System brought not news of deduction, but a fanfare of gongs, drums, and firecrackers, congratulating her.

Host, your Strategy Value has increased by 2 points! It seems your service last night greatly pleased the target!

Shen Li was speechless. Couldn’t this System phrase things less ambiguously? We didn’t even do anything last night!

They hadn’t even had a proper conversation under the covers.

Shen Li had spent the entire night serving as a human heater for the icy Eldest Miss Fu Guiyi. If not for Fu Guiyi’s warm blankets, she would have certainly caught a cold.

Why are you so scared? Fu Guiyi asked, a hint of amusement in her voice. I’m not going to eat you.

Fu Guiyi couldn’t help but laugh. Her long hair was disheveled, her collar slightly open, revealing a glimpse of her pale skin and faintly flushed collarbones. Lower down…

Just a glance would invite the risk of having one’s eyes gouged out.

Shen Li lowered her head, embarrassed. Kneeling on the floor, she had just picked up Fu Guiyi’s shoes and socks and was about to help the Eldest Miss put them on when she suddenly remembered they were from yesterday.

The new clothes hadn’t arrived yet.

She froze awkwardly, unsure what to do. Just as Shen Li was agonizing over her predicament, a gentle knock came from the door, followed by the Head Maid’s gentle voice.

Miss, your clothes have been prepared.

Fu Guiyi nodded. Come in.

As soon as she spoke, the door opened, sunlight streaming across the wooden floor. Tiny dust motes danced in the air, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Except for one person.

She was still kneeling on the ground, her soft, fine hair clinging to her cheeks, making her look even more pitiful.

Don’t be so timid, Fu Guiyi said, knowing her servants feared her. She reached out, her slightly cool palm cupping Shen Li’s cheek, forcing her to look up.

You… you’re warm. I like that very much. So, I won’t do anything to you.

Fu Guiyi said this to reassure Shen Li, hoping she wouldn’t tremble at the mere sight of her.

Her fingertips gently stroked Shen Li’s soft skin, and Fu Guiyi’s eyes narrowed. How had she never noticed such a treasure hidden in her own mansion?

Warm body, delicate skin…

If she were just a bit fuller, she’d be perfect—soft, fragrant, and perfect to hold.

The Eldest Miss was always a woman of action. As soon as the thought formed, she acted on it.

She glanced up at the Head Maid.

Give Shen Li extra meals. She’s too thin it’s uncomfortable to hold her.

With that, she stood up. Instantly, a swarm of maids filed in to change her clothes.

Shen Li’s eyes lit up at the mention of extra meals. Her diligent work as a human furnace all night had finally paid off.

After changing her clothes, the Eldest Miss hurried out, seemingly preoccupied with urgent matters.

Shen Li followed the Head Maid, who led her to a side room adjacent to the Eldest Miss’s chambers.

The Eldest Miss doesn’t require a bed warmer every night, so…

When the Eldest Miss doesn’t need you, you’ll sleep here.

Shen Li nodded obediently.

After giving these instructions, the Head Maid gestured to a nearby maid, who presented Shen Li with a set of clothes.

This is the uniform for a Personal Maid, along with your Token. With this, you can command any of the servants in the manor.

But remember, the Eldest Miss despises those who abuse their authority. Do not become arrogant or domineering.

Shen Li nodded obediently again.

She felt like she had soared from a lowly branch to become a phoenix, like a concubine favored by the emperor for a single night, instantly elevated in rank.

With these instructions concluded, the Head Maid departed.

Shen Li changed into her new uniform, fastened the Token to her waist, and felt refreshed and invigorated.

She gently twirled the Token between her fingers.

So this is what it feels like to ride the crest of success!

Now I finally understand why the personal maids of heroines and villains in dramas are always so arrogant. If this happened to me, I wouldn’t be able to restrain myself either!

Shen Li hurried toward the dining hall, greeted by servants and maids along the way.

They bowed their heads respectfully, calling out, Good morning, Sister Shen.

Even those who had bullied her in the past lowered their heads and meekly murmured, Good morning, Sister Shen.

As she approached the dining hall entrance, Shen Li suddenly heard a loud, resentful voice filled with jealousy

Hmph!

That dog who rides on the Eldest Miss’s coattails! So what if you slept with her? Someone will surpass you eventually. Then we’ll see how arrogant you can be!

The voice clearly came from the corridor near the dining hall.

The speaker probably hadn’t expected Shen Li to walk so quickly for breakfast, overhearing their muttered complaint.

For a moment, the air hung in a brief, awkward silence.