Chapter 143 - 140
She followed Li Si back obediently. The man, seeing she was heading back to the shop, felt reassured. Humming a little tune, he turned and left.
Li Si kept a close eye on the man’s movements. When she was certain he had really gone, she breathed a sigh of relief.
Seeing the woman’s lifeless expression, she gave her a nudge and asked, "You really aren’t going to be with him anymore?"
She nodded. Li Si, frustrated by her lack of decisiveness, tried to persuade her, "Since you’re already done with him, what’s there to be afraid of? If he tries this again, come up with a plan! Worst case, change jobs, make it so he can’t find you!"
The woman shook her head bitterly, combing her messy hair with her fingers, revealing a fair and delicate face. She’s actually quite pretty—that was Li Si’s first impression—but her eyes lacked any vitality, like a lifeless pool of stagnant water.
"Thank you!" Her voice was soft, but melodious.
Li Si waved her hand dismissively, "No need! Go back to work, I’m leaving!" She figured Tian Yaruo might still be in the shop, and running into her would be awkward.
Seeing Li Si was about to leave, the woman quickly stepped forward to block her path, mustering up her courage and pleading, "Does your family need a housekeeper? I can do anything! As long as I get food and a place to stay, I don’t need any salary!"
Li Si stared at her in surprise. She had just stepped in to help with something minor and now this woman seemed to latch onto her. Could this really be happening?
The thought flashed through her mind but quickly passed. Judging by her demeanor, she didn’t seem like that kind of person. So Li Si patiently tried to reason with her, "We don’t need a housekeeper at home. Since you’re working at a beauty salon, you have skills. If you’re worried about him finding you, can’t you just go to another shop?"