I'm in Detective Conan, and I start with the Grand Theft Auto system.

Yoko Okino finished filming for the day, changed back into her own clothes, put on a mask and sunglasses, and walked out of the Nichiri TV building.

Today's work wasn't much; I was just a guest on a midday variety show, and the recording took about three hours.

She thought that was the end of the day and was about to hail a taxi to go home when she saw a familiar figure standing at the bottom of the steps waiting for her.

Hitomi Ueno, her manager.

But this time the feeling was completely different from the last time we met.

The last time she was in the office, the woman looked at me with a businesslike indifference, and even a hint of arrogance that said, "What can you do to me?"

But now, the woman standing at the bottom of the steps had a smile on her face as warm and attentive as if she were seeing her own mother.

Ueno Hitomi even bowed slightly, her hands clasped in front of her, her posture extremely respectful. As soon as she saw Okino Yoko come out, she ran up to greet her: "Ms. Yoko! You've worked hard! How did today's filming go?"

Yoko Okino paused for a moment, somewhat unaccustomed to Okino's attitude, but still nodded politely: "It went smoothly... Ms. Ueno, is there anything I can help you with?"

"I'm here to give you the schedule for the next few days!" Ueno Hitomi smiled even more brightly.

She carefully pulled a printed schedule from her handbag and handed it over with both hands. "Take a look. This is the main work schedule for the next month."

"If there's anything you don't like, or if you find it too tiring, just tell me and I'll cross it off for you."

Yoko Okino took the paper and glanced at it.

Then she froze.

The itinerary was filled with a long list of items.

She's a guest on a top-rated variety show on Friday nights, has an audition for the second female lead in a Fuji TV prime-time drama next Monday, and is in talks for a role in a renowned director's new film next weekend. After that, she has several cover shoot invitations for fashion magazines and a high-end cosmetics endorsement...

Each project lists the corresponding production company and contact person, and each one is a resource that people in the industry would fight tooth and nail to get.

She looked up at Ueno Hitomi, her expression somewhat bewildered: "Is...is all of this true?"

"Of course it's true!" Ueno Hitomi's tone was so enthusiastic, as if she was afraid she'd change her mind. "Don't worry, I've already spoken with the producers, and they're very interested in you!"

"I'll have someone deliver the script and program outline to you later. Get some rest tonight; you'll be busy starting tomorrow!"

Yoko Okino's eyes felt a little hot.

She bowed repeatedly, her voice brimming with barely suppressed joy: "Thank you! Ms. Ueno! Thank you so much!"

Ueno Hitomi quickly reached out to help her up, a complex expression on her face as she smiled: "Oh, don't thank me! If you want to thank someone, you should thank Mr. Lin."

"He helped us solve a big problem."

When she finished speaking, her tone carried a hint of lingering fear, but she immediately regained her warm smile.

Yoko Okino looked up, a puzzled expression on her face: "Mr. Hayashi? What did he do?"

Hitomi Ueno didn't offer any further explanation.

She can't exactly say, "The guy you're hooking up with is a terrorist carrying an RPG rocket launcher," can she?

Since Yoko Okino didn't know about those things, she wouldn't say anything more.

Sometimes, the less you know, the safer you are.

She smiled and opened the door of the white BMW beside her. "Come on, get in, Ms. Yoko! I'll take you home first! You've worked hard these past few days, so get some rest today!"

Throughout the journey, Ueno Hitomi's attitude was exceptionally kind. She not only opened the car door for her but also thoughtfully asked if she wanted to take a detour to buy some food, whether the air conditioning temperature was suitable, and whether she needed the seat adjusted.

Yoko Okino sat in the back seat, watching the street scenes rushing past the window, and she already had a pretty good idea of ​​what was going on.

She is not stupid.

Just a few days ago I was worried about resources being taken away, but today I'm suddenly fully booked, and Ueno Hitomi's attitude has completely changed.

Something must have happened in between.

The only person who could make an agent change their attitude so quickly is Lin Shen.

She didn't know exactly what Lin Shen had done, but she knew he must have helped her get rid of that annoying problem.

Her heart inexplicably quickened, and her cheeks felt slightly flushed.

She leaned back in her seat, a smile unconsciously creeping onto her lips, and began to ponder how to properly thank him.

After dropping her off at the villa entrance, Ueno Hitomi gave her a few more words of advice, such as "Get some rest" and "I'll pick you up tomorrow," before driving away.

Yoko Okino stood at the door, watching the white BMW disappear at the street corner, then turned and went inside.

She walked into the living room, placed the schedule on the coffee table, and then lay back on the soft sofa, staring at the ceiling with an irrepressible smile on her face.

She happily rolled over on the sofa, hugged a cushion, and couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Then she suddenly sat up.

Wait—how should she thank him?

Invite him to a meal? That's too ordinary.

Giving him a gift? That doesn't seem to express my feelings enough.

She tilted her head and thought for a long time when a thought suddenly popped into her head, making her face turn bright red instantly.

She hesitated for a while, then picked up her phone, opened a shopping website, and typed a few words into the search bar: "adult maid outfit".

Then, blushing, she bit her lip and silently pressed the search button.

She wasn't sure if Mr. Lin liked this kind of thing, but at least... he probably wouldn't dislike it, right?

She pressed her phone screen to her chest, her heart pounding wildly.

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Today is Saturday, which happens to be Valentine's Day.

When Lin Shen woke up, it was a bright and sunny day outside the window.

To be honest, he didn't feel anything about this holiday.

After all, he doesn't lack lovers, so there's no need for him to join in the fun on this day.

He also knew that those who had wives or partners were the most troubled by this kind of holiday.

They not only have to spend money, time, and energy to book restaurants, buy gifts, and prepare surprises, but the whole process is more tiring than going to work.

Just thinking about it is troublesome.

However, this Valentine's Day was quite peaceful for him.

Akemi got up early in the morning, put on light makeup, changed into a pretty dress, and ran over to him excitedly to tell him that she was going to spend Valentine's Day with Shiho Miyano.

"I don't want my sister to be all alone," she said.

Lin Shen didn't stop her; he waved his hand and let her go.

As for Yoko Okino, she's really busy right now.

Ever since that night when he sent the business department head and Tsukishima Ayane away, Ueno Hitomi has been working like crazy, showering Okino Yoko with resources.

Variety shows, TV dramas, movies, magazines, and endorsements are all lined up to be offered to her.

She's been running around doing gigs almost every day these past few days, and Valentine's Day is no exception. She was picked up by a car early this morning and taken to the film set.

However, Lin Shen didn't have much to complain about.

After all, just a few days ago, Yoko Okino had taken turns thanking him in maid outfits, sailor uniforms, and nurse uniforms, so he had indeed had a rather busy few days!

He decided to take advantage of the quiet day to give his younger brother a break and let him rest for a few days.