The blind boss's nanny

For her, this was not only a potential source of income, but also a creative new endeavor, far more appealing than simply joining a company as a cog in the machine.

Looking at the small flame burning in her eyes, and then thinking about her own uncertain future and empty schedule, Lin Xiaoman felt the scales in her heart tilt slightly.

Maybe... trying something new and distracting yourself isn't such a bad thing?

On the day of her return to China, Xiao Gu couldn't suppress her creative inspiration while waiting in the airport and on the flight.

Holding up her phone, she filmed a vlog with the airport as the backdrop, capturing the excitement of "a wanderer returning home".

In the video, she formally introduced her travel companion and "muse" to her fans – Lin Xiaoman.

"Ta-da! Let me introduce my amazing best friend from this trip, @漫世界转转 (Wandering Around the World), who's beautiful, kind-hearted, and full of witty remarks! From now on, our hilarious and silly daily life will be presented by the two of us! Please take good care of us!"

The camera then focused on Lin Xiaoman, who had a generous and appropriate smile.

The video is well-edited, with lively background music, and the natural interaction and good looks of the two make it very appealing.

However, even Xiao Gu herself did not expect that this vlog, which she thought was just a routine sharing, would go viral the moment the plane landed and her phone connected to the domestic network!

The notification sounds went off incessantly, like firecrackers. Likes, comments, and shares skyrocketed at an astonishing speed.

What stunned her even more was that her number of followers was also visibly soaring, and several MCN agencies had already contacted her via private message to express their intention to cooperate!

"My God...is there a bug in this data?"

Xiao Gu stared at her phone screen, her fingers trembling slightly. She had done her research; the growth curve of organic traffic couldn't possibly be like this.

It wasn't until she checked the backend data details that she was shocked to discover... someone had bought a huge amount of traffic to promote this video!

With precise promotional channels and a wide reach, it's all backed by professional-level financial resources.

Xiao Gu instantly understood. This "successful start" was far too unusual. She glanced at Lin Xiaoman beside her, who was checking the status of the pets being transported, and a bold guess flashed through her mind...

In any case, the result is gratifying!

"Sister Xiaoman!!"

Xiao Gu excitedly hugged Lin Xiaoman tightly and whispered excitedly in her ear,

"Someone's showering us with traffic! Talent agencies are already knocking on our door! This is what you call... a windfall, instant joy, and instant fame!"

Lin Xiaoman was shaken by her hug. She was surprised at first when she heard the news, but then a genuine smile appeared on her face. However, her mind was more concerned about something else.

She crouched down and said to the golden retriever:

"You're going home soon, and you'll make a good friend there named Yuanbao. But he has a problem walking, so you can't bully him..."

"Remember to take good care of your owner."

Once Xiao Gu had calmed down a bit, Lin Xiaoman gently placed the golden retriever guide dog's leash into Xiao Gu's hand.

She crouched down, patted the dog's head one last time, then stood up and looked at Xiao Gu, her tone pleading:

"Xiao Gu, please take this dog back with you. Remember, no matter who asks, don't say... that I brought it back."

Xiao Gu nodded.

In fact, Lu Tingzhao understood the situation perfectly the moment he saw the guide dog.

When the dog saw him, it didn't show any wariness or curiosity towards the stranger. Instead, it sat down quietly, as if waiting for a command.

The man didn't ask any questions or say a word; he simply accepted the "gift" calmly.

From then on, the manor's servants could see men walking their two golden retrievers by the lake or along the tree-lined paths every day.

They stood quietly on either side, creating a unique scene.

Lin Xiaoman rented a small apartment near the business district, which was a temporary solution for her.

She quickly found a job at an international chain store specializing in specialty coffee. She speaks English and knows how to make coffee, so the interview went very smoothly.

This coffee shop is located on the ground floor of a bustling commercial area. Through the bright floor-to-ceiling windows, you can see the Lu Group building shining brightly in the sunlight not far away.

So, one afternoon, when Lin Xiaoman was wiping the coffee machine with her head down, she caught a glimpse of a tall figure leading a golden retriever through the glass door. Although her heart skipped a beat, she wasn't too surprised.

The supervisor on duty also noticed the guest and the guide dog sitting quietly at his feet. Out of protocol and hygiene considerations, the supervisor quickly approached, but his tone was noticeably gentler and more polite due to the guest's overall demeanor.

"Sir, I'm sorry, but pets are not allowed in our store. Please see..."

Lin Xiaoman immediately put down the rag in her hand, quickly walked to her colleague on the other side of the bar, and said in a low voice:

"This customer is blind and he has a guide dog. I'll go and help him settle the dog into the designated area outside and leash it. Can you go and take his order first, please?"

On a scorching summer afternoon, my colleague, who was worried about not wanting to go out in the sun, immediately nodded upon hearing this:

"Alright! It's up to you, Xiaoman!"

Lin Xiaoman led the golden retriever out to the pet rest area set up next to the side door, which was equipped with a sunshade and water dispenser.

As soon as she was out of everyone's sight, the golden retriever excitedly tried to rub against her. Lin Xiaoman quickly squatted down, gently pressed its head down, and softly stopped it in a whisper:

"Shh...be good, don't shout, don't let him know..."

She stroked the dog's smooth fur, looking into its clear, trusting eyes. She spoke to it softly, as if to an old friend:

"You're on the job so quickly? You seem to be adapting well... much better than your predecessors."

She whispered curiously:

"What name did he give you?"

She brought her face closer to the dog, her voice even softer:

"I forgot, you can't speak..."

She gave the dog's head a final, firm pat, tied it securely to the designated post, placed a bowl of water in the bowl, stood up, straightened her apron, composed herself, and turned to walk back into the shop.

Inside the glass door, the air conditioning was strong, and the coffee was delicious.

Lu Tingzhao was "listening" to his colleague introduce the store's new products, his profile clearly defined in the slanting afternoon light.

Lin Xiaoman walked back to her post, her heart still beating a little fast.