The villainous second young lady becomes a god in a bizarre Tokyo.

Her mischievous urges got the better of her, and she subconsciously wanted to say something.

“Seriously, although you can come with me to the core meetings, the senior butler has many more responsibilities and tasks.”

"In Xia Yuanliu's opinion, she is probably not suitable to be my maid."

"I reckon you'll soon be promoted to a higher position, rather than becoming a mere maid to the second young lady."

Summer Flower's cherry lips curved into a sly smile as she gazed at Chikari Makoto, who seemed to have been struck by lightning and stood there dumbfounded.

I feel like I killed both of my daughters this morning.

After snapping out of his daze, Chikari immediately turned around and prepared to walk out, muttering to himself.

“I’ll have Xia Yuanliu retract his order immediately. He’s a seasoned butler, not even fit to be a dog.”

Summer Flower Painting: "..."

I wonder if Chikari Shin considered Chikari Tsukasa's feelings when he said that.

Although Chikari disdains being a senior butler, the butlers of the Summer Zaibatsu are practically fighting tooth and nail for that position.

However, Natsumi Hanae was indeed surprised that Chikari could become a senior butler.

One of the standards for a senior butler is B-level, and Chikari Shinya certainly meets that requirement.

However, for Xia Yuanliu, seniority and loyalty are also extremely important, even more so than B-rank.

For example, Tsukasa Chikuriya. Although the Chikuri lineage only joined the Summer Zaibatsu in the last ten years or so, Tsukasa Chikuriya has been involved in hunting most of the Summer Zaibatsu's difficult and nightmare-level monsters during those ten years.

In summer, when Yoruichi needs some extraordinary supplies, he will also instruct Chikuriya Tsukasa to go hunting for them.

Although the Chikuri lineage has not been with the Summer Zaibatsu for very long, Chikuri Tsukasa has managed to rise to a top position among the senior butlers through his own abilities.

However, Sengoku is different.

Because of the concealment, although Chikari Makoto reached B-rank at a young age in Natsumi Yamaru's eyes, he did not participate in many hunts, and Natsumi Yamaru did not personally train Chikari Makoto in loyalty or similar matters.

And qualifications...

Her qualifications consisted of serving as a maid for Natsumi Hanae for over ten years.

They have absolutely no qualifications.

Of course, the reason why Chishou was able to become a senior butler at this time was probably precisely because of these three reasons.

First, Chikuri is truly a B-rank.

Second, Senkuri Shin is ultimately a member of the Senkuri lineage, one of the branches of the Natsumi Zaibatsu.

Third, Chikari Makoto has a clean background, while Natsumi Hanae is an ordinary person with no connections. Chikari Makoto has no other background besides that.

However, he was selected as a senior housekeeper for these three reasons.

A thoughtful look appeared in Xia Rihua's red, glass-like eyes as she murmured softly.

"The senior butler's rating at the Summer Conglomerate has been downgraded considerably."

As for the reason.

It's likely that when he descended upon the Summer Zaibatsu, he killed most of the B-rank members, including many seasoned butlers.

This has resulted in a significant shortage of experienced butlers.

Left with no other choice, Xia Yuanliu had to lower his rating considerably in order to allow Qianshou to become a senior butler.

In that case, at this core meeting, there will probably be quite a few new senior butlers taking their positions. It's unclear what faction they belong to, or whether Xia Yuanliu will also promote butlers from outside his faction.

With this in mind, Natsumi Hanae became somewhat interested in this core meeting.

Moreover, the core meeting will definitely discuss the destruction of the Kujo Zaibatsu; we'll have to see what Natsumi Yoriyuki thinks about it.

She called out to Chikari Makoto, who was about to leave.

"Really, I'm not messing around anymore."

“You are my daughter, and Xia Yuanliu’s orders cannot bind you.”

"Come and help me with my hair and makeup."

"I don't want to miss this crucial meeting."

Summer Flower sat gently on the dressing table, facing her exquisite and beautiful face. Her cherry lips curled slightly, and the smile was full of tenderness, yet also revealed a hint of danger.

With a touch of makeup and a black long dress, Xia Rihua's simple everyday outfit is complete.

She got up and walked towards the door.

Chikari followed closely behind Natsumi Hanae.

Passing through a long wooden corridor and then through a vast courtyard, the enormous oak trees provide shade.

After a short while, Summer Flower arrived at the location of the core meeting.

She walked through the gate.

Inside the meeting room, there were already some butlers present, and looking around, there were indeed quite a few unfamiliar faces compared to before.

and also……

———Summer Day Yijie.

Summer Flower pursed her cherry lips. If it weren't for the fact that the other person was standing in front of her now.

She almost forgot that she had this older brother.

After all, while they initially promised to support and transact with Natsumi Akisuke, the subsequent matters should have been handled by the person originally named "Bird Master"...

Chikuri really solved it.

Summer Flower turned her gaze to Chikari Makoto beside her.

Upon closer reflection, it seemed a bit far-fetched, but given her current strength, she didn't need to care about the other party's existence.

Although she killed Natsumi Yasutora and Natsumi Genryu, on the surface, the biggest beneficiary was Natsumi Yosuke, who was originally not even in a position to become the head of the family.

Now, however, there is an almost certain probability.

This is exactly the same as the conditions the other party exchanged with Xia Huoshan back then.

Natsumi Yosuke initially cooperated with Natsumi Yama because he wanted to become the head of the Natsumi family.

In this respect, one could later demand some meager benefits from the other party.

Of course, there's no need to drag the other side down with them; their strength and influence are simply not worth considering for Xia Huoshan right now.

Not only that, but another character appeared in front of Natsumi Hanae, which surprised her.

In a more shadowy area, Kuchiki Mei stood still, sword in hand, when she saw Natsume Hanae enter.

Her expressionless, aloof demeanor vanished, her pink lips curled slightly, and a hint of joy appeared in her dark, calm eyes.

She nodded to Natsumi Hanae and silently uttered the word 'Mom'.

As the former head of the Nianma lineage, and later the reborn Kuchiki lineage...

His loyalty and background are somewhat similar to those of Chikuri Shin.

It's not surprising that Kuchiki Mei was given the title of senior butler.

As her thoughts wandered, Summer Flower Painting had already taken her seat.

Senior butlers with higher positions also have their own designated roles.

Newly promoted senior butlers, on the other hand, can only stand at the back.

As newly promoted senior butlers, some people are trying to build relationships and deepen their connections with other senior butlers.

After all, it's not something you can see every day that all the senior butlers gather together.

Then, it seemed that they heard some kind of noise.

The experienced butlers all fell silent and looked toward the door.

The door was opened by two butlers, revealing Xia Yuanliu's figure, though her spirit and energy remained unchanged.

However, compared to the past, the absence of Summer Dragon and Summer Tiger together made it seem rather desolate.

All the stewards knelt down together and said loudly.

"Greetings, Master."

Upon hearing this, Xia Riyuanliu remained unmoved, letting out a low murmur.

"Get up."

Then he walked step by step to his seat.

When he got very close to Natsumi Hanae, he glanced to the side and met her beautiful, red, glass-like eyes.

Upon seeing this, Xia Rihua smiled gently and gracefully, bowing impeccably.

"Dear Father, I hope you are well."

"Your health is as robust as ever."

"I hope... your brother's death has not caused you excessive grief."

After speaking, Natsumi Hanae's cherry lips, which had been smiling slightly, slowly closed, and a look of sadness appeared on her face.