Chapter 47 How can I tolerate this? It’s bad for my health...

Fu Yuan gave Ji Xia a key to the store.

Every day before setting up his stall, Ji Xia would ride his electric scooter to check on the bakery's renovations. He watched the shop gradually transform into the design, his heart filled with anticipation and hope.

This was the happy life Ji Xia had never imagined. She could stay with Mr. Fu and own a bakery.

He was extremely satisfied and felt that he was the happiest person in the world.

However, this happiness was suddenly interrupted one day.

At first, Ji Xia didn't think much of it. He just felt weaker and more tired than usual. He thought it might be because he had been working longer hours recently in order to make more money, so he reduced the amount of bread he made to free up more time for rest.

However, the physical fatigue did not change, but became more serious. I became easily tired and sleepy, and my appetite also decreased.

One day, he felt incredibly nauseous while eating. To avoid wasting food, he forced himself to eat everything that was prepared for him. But when he returned to his room, his stomach churned, and he vomited violently, clutching the toilet.

After Ji Xia vomited, he felt completely exhausted and his lower abdomen ached slightly. He rubbed his stomach and, with difficulty, poured a glass of cold water to rinse his mouth. After cleaning himself up, he trudged to the bed.

There is no discomfort that can't be solved by a good night's sleep. If there is, just sleep a little longer.

Ji Xia fell into a dream in a daze.

He slowly sank, as if falling into the sea, which made him feel a little uncomfortable. He wanted to struggle, but his whole body felt as heavy as if it were filled with lead, and he couldn't move at all.

At this time, a small golden fish swam over from somewhere and circled around Jixia.

The little golden fish seemed a little listless, rubbing against Ji Xia's cheek for a long time, as if begging for something. Ji Xia felt an inexplicable pang of distress. He wanted to comfort the little fish, but he couldn't move his body.

The next second, the little golden fish suddenly swung its tail as if frightened and went into his stomach.

Ji Xia's body became heavier, the uncomfortable feeling intensified, and the stabbing pain in the abdomen became obvious.

Just when he thought he was about to drown in the sea, he smelled the familiar scent of herbs. Like a sick person drinking healing medicine, he felt extremely comfortable, his body relaxed, and the pain in his abdomen gradually disappeared.

As soon as Fu Yuan came back, he saw Ji Xia lying on the bed with her eyes closed, her brows furrowed, and a look of pain on her face.

He pulled her into his arms and gently pushed her awake. The Omega opened his eyes slightly, but his vision was unfocused, and he murmured something about wanting pheromones.

After he released the soothing pheromone, the Omega's condition quickly returned to normal.

Fu Yuan was worried and called Chen Xi.

Chen Xi told him that Omegas who had just passed the susceptible period with Alpha were very likely to suffer from separation anxiety, and would feel uncomfortable if Alpha was away for too long.

If you still feel uncomfortable when you wake up tomorrow morning, take him to the hospital for a check-up. If he is fine, try to release more pheromones to soothe him during this period.

Fu Yuan hung up the phone and carefully observed the Omega for a while. He felt relieved only after confirming that his expression was normal and his breathing was even.

When Ji Xia woke up, it was already the next morning and he was being held in the arms of his Alpha.

"Mr. Fu." He called softly.

Fu Yuan touched his forehead and cheeks and asked, "Are you feeling unwell?"

Ji Xia slept well and felt much better. His stomach was back to normal. He was fine again. He shook his head and said, "No. I just feel a little tired."

Fu Yuan kissed his lips and said, "Rest well at home today and don't run around."

Ji Xia nodded. He rubbed his head against Alpha's shoulder for a while, then suddenly thought of something and said, "Mr. Fu, I don't want to eat fish anymore. Please ask Grandpa Xu not to cook fish anymore."

Fu Yuan asked, "Why do you suddenly not want to eat it? Didn't you like it the most before?"

Ji Xia said, "I don't know, it just feels too fishy."

Fu Yuan asked, "What do you want to eat?"

Ji Xia thought for a moment and said, "I don't want to eat anything too greasy."

Fu Yuan lowered his eyes and looked at him.

Ji Xia added: "I've been too tired recently and want to eat something light."

Fu Yuan saw that he had a rosy complexion and was in good spirits. He thought it was a problem of separation anxiety and thought about going home early to be with him.

He didn't ask any more questions, but just forbade Ji Xia to set up a stall outside for the next two days.

Ji Xia also felt that he needed a break. The store was about to open and would definitely be busier, so he agreed without much struggle.

After switching to a lighter diet, Ji Xia's nausea episodes have largely disappeared. Mr. Fu returns home early every day to release pheromones to soothe his body, which has helped him feel better.

Although I still feel tired easily and sleepy every day, and fall asleep like a pig and can't be woken up even if I call, I don't feel any other discomfort.

Ji Xia attributed this sudden sleepiness to the approaching winter and the need to hibernate. The only thing that seemed a little strange to him was that he had been dreaming of the little golden fish circling around him from time to time.

But a dream is just a dream, and Ji Xia didn’t take it too seriously.

Time flies, and in a blink of an eye, Jixia's bakery was renovated.

The store is located in the heart of the commercial street in the city center, with an area of ​​about 80 square meters.

The interior design is warm and natural, with a light wood tone as the main color. Green plants are placed next to the wooden display cabinets and shelves, adding a touch of vitality.

The partition at the back was used as the kitchen.

The size of the store is just right, and Ji Xia only needs to hire one more clerk.

Fu Yuan stood outside the counter, looking at Omega who was writing and drawing on the handwritten menu board inside the counter, and asked, "When are you planning to open?"

"The sooner the better."

Ji Xia said without looking up. After a moment, he picked up the handwritten menu board and showed it to Alpha. "Mr. Fu, what do you think of this job ad? Do you think anyone will call me?"

Fu Yuan glanced at the mellow and lovely handwriting and said, "I've already hired a clerk for you. He'll be on duty anytime."

Ji Xia's eyes lit up. He was worried about what to do if he couldn't find the right person, so he immediately said, "Thank you, Mr. Fu."

Fu Yuan raised his eyebrows slightly and said, "Just say thank you?"

Ji Xia's ears turned slightly red. He glanced over and saw that there were some green plants next to the counter blocking his view, so he quickly walked around the counter and kissed Alpha on the lips.

Fu Yuan took advantage of the situation and put his arm around the Omega's waist, carrying him to sit on the counter, and taught him, "Xia Xia, don't leave your phone number in public. If someone with ulterior motives gets to know it, you'll get into a lot of trouble."

After being reminded by Mr. Fu, Ji Xia thought of those scumbags who had been pestering him, and suddenly felt a little scared.

He said, "I see. I'll pay more attention next time." He paused, then asked, "Mr. Fu, how much do you want for the clerks? I'll record it as an expense."

Fu Yuan put his arm around the Omega's waist and asked, "How much do you think is appropriate?"

Ji Xia thought for a moment and said, "I used to work part-time as a bakery clerk, earning 3,000 yuan a month. My hours were 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with two days off a month. I worked there for two years, but then the factory offered higher wages, so I switched to part-time work. However, that's the salary in the countryside, and I'm not very familiar with Kyoto. Mr. Fu, you decide who to hire."

Fu Yuan glanced at the business hours on the sign that Ji Xia had just posted and asked, "Isn't it open from 6am to 10pm?"

Ji Xia said, "I'll watch for the rest of the time."

Fu Yuan approached the Omega, pressed his hands on the counter, trapped him in his arms, and asked, "So, what time are you going to get up to make bread?"

Ji Xia said, "I estimate it will be four o'clock. We'll see then. If business is good, we'll do more."

Fu Yuan bit his lips unhappily and asked, "What about me?"

Ji Xia asked doubtfully, "What?"

Fu Yuan turned his head and whispered a few words in his ear.

Ji Xia's ears blushed, and she said shyly, "From 11 to 3, you can do whatever you want."

Fu Yuan asked: "Do you think it's enough?"

Ji Xia pursed her lips.

Knowing Mr. Fu well, he knew that knowing was definitely not enough. Mr. Fu would last a long time at a time, and if he did it, it would take at least two times to satisfy him.

But he had no choice. He wanted to make more money so he could date Mr. Fu sooner rather than later.

He thought for a while and said, "Mr. Fu, can you please be patient?"

Fu Yuan was so angry that he laughed. "How can I endure this?! It's not good for your health if you endure it too much."

Ji Xia asked: "How did you solve it before?"

Fu Yuan directly blocked the Omega's lips and kissed him until his eyelashes fluttered. He had no time to ask any more questions.

After a moment, Fu Yuan stepped back. He raised his hand and rubbed Ji Xia's lips, which were red from his kiss, and said, "Boss Ji, your business hours need to be changed."

After saying that, without giving Ji Xia time to react, he raised his hand and rearranged the numbers on the sign, changing the business hours to 10:00-6:00.

Ji Xia: "But Mr. Fu, you can't make any money in such a short time."

Fu Yuan asked: "Xia Xia, do you think the bread you make is delicious?"

Ji Xia said: "The guests all like it very much and say it tastes very good."

Fu Yuan said, "Xia Xia, do you know about hunger marketing?" He didn't wait for Ji Xia to answer and continued, "If the product is good enough and the supply is small, it can actually arouse consumers' desire to buy, and even lead to a buying frenzy. The bread you make is delicious, so you have the capital to get others to cooperate with your schedule."

Ji Xia certainly didn't understand what hunger marketing was, but Mr. Fu was a super boss. He had a blind admiration for Mr. Fu and felt that whatever Mr. Fu said must be right.

He nodded and agreed, and decided to give it a try according to Mr. Fu's business hours.

Fu Yuan continued, "I leave for the store at 9 o'clock every morning and return home at 4 o'clock."

Ji Xia had a sad look on her face and whispered back, "But 9 o'clock is too late, Mr. Fu. I don't have enough time to make bread."

Fu Yuan softened his voice, and with a hint of doting that he himself didn't even notice, he said, "Xia Xia, can you rest for a while? Don't make me worry."

Ji Xia wanted to say that he didn't need to rest, but when he met Mr. Fu's expectant eyes, he couldn't say no. After hesitating for a while, Ji Xia nodded and agreed.