FOBTS CH89

Chapter 89 Extra 4: Da Zao, Hawthorn, Yimi, and Grape’s Diary

① Da Zao’s Diary

July 1, Cloudy to Sunny to Scorching {I’m a dried date (Za0) now}

It’s been ages since I saw Secretary Song laugh like that.

I feel so gratified.

Secretary Song’s smile is actually super charming, but he always presses his lips down, giving me that cool, aloof face.

Aloof = Reliable?

Maybe that’s what Little Grape thinks.

I don’t want to burst his bubble. I’ll gossip with Fuzzy Monster later; we can chat about it for hours. Fuzzy Monster’s a great friend.

Jian Feng-ge said yesterday Little Grape and Big Hawthorn got their marriage certificate. No wonder they both look so happy.

Awesome, I’m officially related to Little Grape now! 0.0*

Ever since Little Grape joined the Jian family, Uncle seems to have lost his spark. He used to gleefully nitpick my mistakes, but now, whenever there’s a group chat heads-up about Secretary Song’s arrival, Uncle packs his bags and bolts.

Uncle sure knows how to treat himself.

I also want to pack a bag and go somewhere fun, but since that island mountain climb, Secretary Song always has some excuse not to hang out with me.

Uncle’s terrified of Secretary Song, but is Secretary Song really that scary?

He’s clearly super gentle, okay?

I saw Chenchen and Little Brother’s marriage certificate photo—so nice; both of them look great.

Little Brother’s gaze is always fixed on Little Grape!

Wow, are those faint red marks on Chenchen’s neck kiss marks? 0.0*

We can’t let Secretary Song be underserved, especially now that they’re married. Can’t be too low-key.

I bought ad space on two streets’ worth of utility poles to wish Secretary Song and Second Young Master Jian a hundred years of happiness. When Secretary Song sees my retaliation—ahem, repayment, he’ll surely be moved to tears.

Fuzzy Monster suggested opening a Secretary Song and Second Young Master Jian “Hundred Years of Happiness” themed restaurant. I think it’s a brilliant idea.

When the restaurant opens, Secretary Song will come check it out, right?

I’m a grateful Date (Zao) who repays kindness. 0.0

Look at my expression—you can tell I have no ulterior motives.

Summer’s here, and my appetite’s off. I’m not into eating much, but Jian-ge made coconut milk dessert.

I’ve noticed he’s not big on talking, just doing.

Oh, but now he’s been forced to talk more.

Once, he tried to signal Secretary Song with his eyes to see a guest out, and Secretary Song just clocked out himself.

Another time, Jian Feng signaled with his eyes for Secretary Song to grab lunch, and Secretary Song gave himself a two-day break.

Gradually, Jian-ge started talking more.

It’s nice. Who knew straightforward communication could be so comfortable? 0.0

No more mind-reading games. I’m not great at guessing anyway…

I brought three portions of Jian-ge’s coconut milk dessert to the office in containers: one for me, one for Fuzzy Monster out of charity, and one to pamper Secretary Song.

As soon as I set the container down, Secretary Song, with a 😀 expression, gobbled it up in a flash.

Secretary Song gave me an extra second of eye contact—guess he was pretty satisfied.

I shouldn’t have used a container; I should’ve used a bucket, a basin, or a truck.

Snack-loving Little Grape is so fun.

I got caught sneaking a peek at Little Brother picking wedding rings.

Jian Yuheng openly asked me what style would be good—gold or silver.

Here’s the thing: I think Secretary Song might like glow-in-the-dark ones.

Little Brother’s face showed a mix of speechlessness and agreement.

His facial muscles are more expressive than his brother’s, huh.

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July 2, Sunny

Did commentary for the summer tournament. I’ve gotten stronger.

Secretary Song and Fuzzy Monster came too, but they rooted for different teams.

I’m a balanced commentator who holds the bowl steady.

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July 3, Heavy Rain

Got stuck at the esports center. Secretary Song came to pick me up.

The wind was gusting like crazy, but Secretary Song dodged it perfectly. Everyone was amazed.

The storm couldn’t faze Secretary Song!

Xiaoshi would be chaos without him.

② System Work Log

July 3, 15:00 Rewind 5 seconds

July 3, 15:00:20 Rewind 3 seconds

July 3, 15:01:02 Rewind 2 seconds

(Wiping sweat) (Polishing card pack) Successfully assisted host in dodging rain and picking up Yan Ci.

(Pulling out peanuts) (Setting out drinks) (Starting to slack off)

July 3, 17:03:00 Rewind 3 minutes

Successfully assisted host in completing a forgotten clock-out.

July 3, 17:30:00 Rewind Card Pack Credited: 30 minutes

Secretly pocketed 10 minutes as pocket money.

Deposited remaining 15 minutes as fixed-term savings.

Gave Little Grape 5 minutes of pocket money.

Congratulations to Rewind Card Pack for earning the “Financial Master” badge.

July 3, 19:20:08 Rewind 10 minutes

Successfully assisted host in turning tomato-fried-charcoal into tomato-fried-eggs, saving Second Young Master.

Entrusted Little Grape to demand a banner from Second Young Master.

July 3, 20:20:03 Rewind 1 second

July 3, 20:20:02 Rewind 1 second

Successfully assisted host in practicing pool diving.

Received one verbal complaint from Second Young Master.

July 3, 20:30:32 Detected rising temperature in Rewind Card Pack.

(Hot feet) (Stomping) (Butt on fire) (Fleeing back and forth)

Preparing to shut down and switch Rewind Card Pack to host self-service mode.

The following work log is automatically recorded.

July 3, 23:18:23

23:18:21 Rewind 5 seconds.

23:18:24 Rewind 5 seconds.

…?

③ Hawthorn Diary

July 3, Thunderstorm

Song Ruochen fell asleep exhausted, his side profile so well-behaved. I tucked him in and now I’m writing this diary. 🙂

This is written on a small notebook by the bedside.

It’s a cozy night. Had Xiao Chen’s homemade hometown dishes again: tomato soup, tomato scrambled eggs, and cold tomato salad.

I praised how delicious it was, and the sky outside thundered.

It is delicious, so what’s with the thunder? The sky should change its surname to Jian. 🙂

Xiao Chen gave me a few more rewind sand coins and second coins. I prefer the rewind fake/coin, but he stopped giving me those, haha.

On a rainy night like this, watching the storm through the floor-to-ceiling window with wild winds outside and warm lights inside, plus someone by my side—I’m very satisfied with life right now.

Song Ruochen bought ingredients to make coconut milk dessert.

I asked Brother for the recipe, but when I went to help, Xiao Chen was already chewing on the raw ingredients.

Like this—

:1

Too cute.

Song Ruochen’s brain is so quirky; he’s started inventing new ways to use the system.

Like standing by the pool, diving in, then rewinding frame by frame to get back to shore—water to land teleportation.

Is that something a human would even think of?

It’s actually pretty fun, though it’d be more fun if I wasn’t lighting aromatherapy candles at the time.

Playing with fire, over and over.

Recently got some hawthorn-scented candles, which Song Ruochen loves. He even brought a box to the office, turning the secretary’s office into a hawthorn haven.

Sure enough, not long after lighting the candles, the diving champ returned.

Wet-haired Chenchen is so pretty. I blew dry Song Ruochen’s hair after his bath.

Took a nibble.

Chenchen’s stamina has improved a bit, and he’s even started showing concern for others.

This concern specifically manifests as him rewinding right after scratching someone.

Scratch once, rewind once.

Scratch again, rewind again.

And again.

🙂

Is this really not just to keep a fresh scratching post on hand?!

Thinking about it, I’m not really losing out.

🙂

Today was a bit much, though. I bet Secretary Song will take leave tomorrow morning.

Song Ruochen’s talking in his sleep.

“No food left if you’re late to the cafeteria”?

What kind of cafeteria is this, so unethical?

Xiaoshi’s cafeteria is always open for Secretary Song, with anything he wants.

Alright, that’s it for today. Got work tomorrow.

Secretary Song’s latest short drama project is moving forward. Need to have Assistant Gong contact Lu Yunye.

That big star’s been so hard to reach lately, like he’s gone into hiding.

Oh well, I get it.

Thanks to the system for bringing Song Ruochen to my side.

Planning to feed the system 300 mineral water bottles tomorrow.

Good night.

③ Yimi’s Diary

July 4, Rain Clears to Sunny

7:30: Got up, stepped out of the bedroom with Xiao Ci, both leading with the left foot.

Oh, no need for that—Xiao Ci doesn’t fuss about it anymore. I can lead with either foot.

8:00: Breakfast

9:00: Clocked in at work and greeted Brother. He took leave for Secretary Song and picked up some of Song’s work.

Brother and Secretary Song’s ABO pre-marital exam scores were average—98 and 90—but their relationship is great.

Looks like I’m without a secretary this morning.

Will my work efficiency suffer?

9:20: Brewed tea

9:21: Drank tea

Turns out my own tea is so fragrant.

The tea Song Ruochen makes for me is more like dry-tossed tea leaves, barely qualifying as a cold dish.

9:30: Replied to emails

9:35: Took client calls, returned client calls

10:00: Meeting, completely uneventful.

Chairman Chen seems to want me to debate a bit with Jian Yuheng.

Brother’s opinions are my opinions. It’s all fine, all good.

Secretary Song’s projects produce scripts crazier than the last, but the audience seems to love them.

Are viewers’ mental states this advanced now?

11:00: Lunch

Life’s so calm it’s almost boring.

Secretary Song, come back soon.

Jian Yuheng, give me back my secretary!

12:00: Took Mom’s call. She wants to buy a gift for Secretary Song.

The Jian family is very satisfied with Secretary Song. Indeed, I remember Brother used to be rebellious, unimpressed by any omega, and cold to everyone.

Sometimes I wanted to check in on him but didn’t know what to say.

So, from the start, I knew Jian Yuheng didn’t pursue Secretary Song because he needed an omega. He pursued him because he liked him, and he’d like Song no matter what he’s like.

13:00: Secretary Song came to work, looking super cool today.

That annoying, talkative partner called again and got chewed out by Secretary Song.

“Call back when your proposal’s finalized. This is Xiaoshi’s president’s office, not a psychiatric ward.”

That’s what Secretary Song said.

My ears are finally at peace. Secretary Song’s value keeps rising.

Secretary Song’s truly magical. Just when I think he’s about to mess something up, he pulls it off flawlessly.

If Brother were here, his expression would be spectacular—a mix of speechlessness and admiration.

Pretty expressive facial muscles, huh.

14:00: Dropped off files at Brother’s office. Saw him cuddling my secretary.

Retrieved the files and continued working.

④ Grape’s Diary

July 4

Received 1 pack of bubble gum from Jian Feng.

Received 2 boxes of lemon puffs from Assistant Gong.

Received 10 packs of pop rocks from the Xiaoshi gate guard. Uncle Gate Guard is so nice—last time he bought me chicken nuggets.

A new fried chicken place opened along Line 5. It’s delicious.

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July 5

0.o?

The almond tofu Jian Yuheng bought was nice.

Time to give Xiao Jian a raise.

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July 6

Jian Yuheng’s fried rice is amazing, so fragrant

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July 7

[Drawing] [Drawing]

Hello, everyone, I’m Fuzzy Monster. Secretary Song outsourced this diary to me.

I’ll draw a few pictures to cheer everyone up.