Before Lulu could leave, Zachary turned and saw her, calling out, "Ms. Jones!"
As Lulu paused, he slowly wiped his mouth with a tissue and pointed at Lulu while telling Vivian, "I haven't introduced you—she's the new babysitter I hired."
Vivian was just about to put more food on Zachary's plate, and she straightened right then. "Babysitter? I see…"
There was nothing wrong with her tone, but Lulu felt hostility the instant their eyes met!
"This is my assistant, Vivian!" Zachary continued just then.
Lulu did not react, even smiling cheerfully since she knew when to keep her distance. "Nice to meet you. I'm the childcare worker Mr. Slate hired for his baby."
"You're quite young, I'm surprised you'd be a childcare worker. You must be impressive since Mr. Slate would hire you himself," Vivian said, probing her with a smile and flattery. "Mr. Slate always had a good eye, and there must be something about you that sets you apart. I hope you can take good care of his baby!"
"Also…" She walked up, eagerly taking Lulu's hand and picking up the huge bag she brought, opening it and revealing a large amount of childcare products. "I brought a lot of stuff for the baby. Check them out and see if there's anything unsuitable. Just tell me, and I'll buy it tomorrow!"
Seeing that Lulu was left a little dumbstruck, she smiled and promptly picked up a baby food steamer, which she then placed on the table. "This one is imported—you can't usually get it locally, but I heard it's safe and easy to use. I had to queue up for it!"
Zachary walked toward them and shot Vivian an impatient glare. "Thank you. Send me the bill later. I'll claim it for you as expenses."
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