TL: Hua
God knows how flustered Gerber was at that time when he saw the fin belonging to a shark. Even though he was only a short distance away from them, his heart almost jumped out.
Afterwards, when he whistled urgently, the smell of blood filled his throat.
Fortunately, the shark was scared away by the whistle or simply not hungry, so it left in the opposite direction from them.
Gerber heaved a sigh of relief, but he still didn’t take this lightly. He called all the mermaids back, counted them, and then asked the keepers to take them back to the foster center.
He still has to go to Mr. Oddo to report today’s unexpected incident. He doesn’t know who is responsible for clearing the scene this time and how they manage to miss a shark.
Gerber gritted his teeth and thought. Luckily, nothing happened, and because the distance was far, no mermaid was frightened.
It won’t be long before the matching day, and if something unexpected happens at this juncture, he can just pack up and leave this job!
Oddo didn’t expect such a big accident to happen on this short beach outing. He comforted Gerber, who was shocked and frightened, and said that he would find out the real person in charge and not implicate him.
So many things have happened recently…
“Hello, is this the person in charge of the security department? Give me a list of the people responsible for today’s seaside hazard clearance.”
After stroking his beard, Oddo dialed a number.
He hoped it was just an accident, not a scheme to release a shark in safe water. He has been in frequent contact with His Majesty recently because of the mermaid. And if he went to the other party again because of this accident, he would feel that he was quite useless as a director.
…
“You’re taking some time off?” After returning to his room in Area A, Ji Mingjiang had just finished eating dinner when he heard Carrie’s somewhat sudden news.
“Well, the director just told me that my family sent me a message saying that my mother has some health problems. He told me that if necessary, I could apply for leave today and go home for a visit.”
Carrie’s eyes were also a little anxious. Because the communication in the center was cut off, the situation at home could only be reported by the director, so her family would definitely not give her too much detailed information. She needs to contact them again when she gets off work.
“I don’t know exactly what the situation is, but I will try my best to come back on your match day.” Carrie was also a little frustrated when she said this. Lance was the first little mermaid in her care. He’s smart, beautiful, and very well-behaved. If she can’t be there on his important day…
“Am I doing a terrible job? If I can’t take care of my family or you.” Carrie’s confused face was reflected in the clear water.
Ji Mingjiang looked up at her. He believed this should be the first time this young girl encountered such a thing. Being overwhelmed can cause self-disgust.
The tail that dangled underwater carried his body in a gentle push, and when his eyes were on the same level with Carrie, he reached out and patted her head like she usually pats him. Recalling the extraordinarily sweet-mouthed Carl and the little humpback whales he met before, he learned their way of speaking: “You take good care of me. Carrie is my favorite keeper.”
After speaking, he relaxed his tail and sank back down.
Carrie, who was originally feeling heavy, relaxed a lot when she heard this sentence. She suspected that Lance had given her another spiritual counseling session. Just now she faintly felt a gentle wind blowing over her spiritual sea, giving her a sudden burst of clarity.
Seeing Lance accept it well and even comfort her, her worry dissipates a lot.
Moreover, the salary offered by the Mermaid Center is also very high, and an advance salary is allowed for the next three months. Even if she doesn’t have any savings, she won’t be completely helpless.
Carrie breathed a sigh of relief. She stood up, took the bag she had put aside, and finally explained to Lance: “Then I’m leaving. Tomorrow there will be a new keeper who will temporarily take over my position. You have to get along well, ok?”
Ji Mingjiang looked at her and nodded.
The next day, Ji Mingjiang regretted it.
He began to wonder why this mermaid foster center doesn’t have a staff dormitory or a staff hospital. Why can’t Carrie’s sick mother be brought to Capital Star for treatment? Why…
Why was he assigned to such a meticulous keeper!
Ji Mingjiang looked at the keeper, who was pinching the watch in front of him to arrange his activities, and felt suffocated. He never knew that a person with thick eyebrows, big eyes, and a righteous face could annoy him so much! !
Ji Mingjiang still woke up on time at eight o’clock in the morning, then skillfully pushed aside the mermaids that floated by his side and started today’s morning exercise.
However, just as he was swimming fast in the water and felt that his muscles and bones were about to stretch out, a pair of hands suddenly dropped down in front of him and stopped him at the shoulders, giving him a sharp brake.
Then Ji Mingjiang was lifted out of the water and placed on the bank with a dazed expression. A man wearing a white coat with buttons fastened all the way to the top was squatting beside him, carefully observing his tail and pressing it twice with his fingers from time to time.
Did a pervert infiltrate this place? And also stole the keeper’s uniform?
Ji Mingjiang’s tail was ready to move, intending to give this strange face a slap so that he would know what courtesy, righteousness, and shame are.
Then he saw that this person took out a handkerchief to wipe his water-stained hands clean and then took out a familiar translator from his pocket and put it on his ear fin.
“Hello, my name is Cole, and I will temporarily replace Carrie as your keeper for the next few days.” After introducing himself, he put Ji Mingjiang back into the water.
Ji Mingjiang looked at him, nodded, and silently gave up the idea just now. Although he didn’t know why this keeper came so early, since someone was here, he should restrain his movements for a while.
When he was about to swim away, he heard the keeper continue to say, “I just checked, and your tail was not injured by the action just now. I hope you can pay attention in the future and don’t engage in strenuous activities. Your body and tail are very fragile; don’t make me worry.”
…?
Ji Mingjiang’s expression twisted for a moment as he turned his back on the person. He really couldn’t stand such words.
Just as he was about to explain something, he saw that the keeper had already walked out of the door, probably to eat.
It doesn’t matter.
He comforted himself.
It’s only a few days. This is the work and professional ethics of the keeper. It’s out of concern and goodwill.
Yes… ahhh f*ck goodwill!
If his behavior in the morning made him feel a bit offended but still within his acceptance range, then Ji Mingjiang will be in a bad mood for the rest of the day.
First is his lunch.
Even if Carrie was not there, Ji Mingjiang believed that this dedicated keeper must have told the person who took over her shift about his habits before asking for leave, but when several keepers came back with lunch, Ji Mingjiang found that his originally intact five whitebait had turned into three whitebait that had been disemboweled in a complete mess.
Through the translator, Ji Mingjiang could still hear Qin Shasha helplessly talking to Cole about his previous habits and advising him to follow the previous ones for dinner.
Ji Mingjiang secretly nodded, then he heard Cole say, “Five are too many… Mermaids deboned themselves… Irresponsible, the guide said…”
Damn, are you the mermaid, or am I the mermaid? Ji Mingjiang cursed in his heart after putting together the general meaning.
Next comes study time and free activity time after the meal.
A few little mermaids skipped the morning class and continued to skip the afternoon class, and then appeared on time at two o’clock, looking expectantly at the big screen.
Ji Mingjiang also followed their gaze; after all, he had already completed all the courses he needed to learn. It’s not bad to relax and take a look at the film and television works here.
Qin Shasha gave Cole the opportunity to choose a film as a gesture of friendship, and then…
Ji Mingjiang watched the screen showing how to protect and maintain his body and fell into deep confusion.
In the next few days, Ji Mingjiang truly experienced the daily life of most mermaids.
It’s probably because Carrie has never taken care of other mermaids before, and Ji Mingjiang himself also doesn’t belong here, plus Carrie’s seniors told her to adjust her foster method according to the different habits of each mermaid. She respected Ji Mingjiang’s decision a lot, despite treating him like a child sometimes.
After coming to this place where there are other foster workers, and probably because the women who can enter the foster center are more attentive, they will respect and take care of the mermaid’s own emotions. Besides, Ji Mingjian wasn’t under their care, and although the way that Carrie took care of the mermaid is unusual, after seeing that Ji Mingjiang didn’t show any discomfort, they didn’t interfere in other people’s work.
But Cole is different! He’s here to take over temporarily!
His most important thing is to ensure that Ji Mingjiang will not have any problems during the time he takes over. In addition, because he isn’t very flexible and has a rigid personality, plus he took care of a very conventional mermaid before, he completely followed the precautions in the mermaid raising manual.
And he was very strict in every aspect while trying his best not to make a single mistake. Even Qin Shasha and others couldn’t persuade him.
For example, the amount and handling of food during meals cannot be according to Ji Mingjiang’s wishes. It must be three small whitebaits deboned in the kitchen.
For example, Ji Mingjiang’s range of activities should not be too large; otherwise, the mermaid’s delicate skin and fragile tail will not be able to bear it.
For example, during the scheduled game time every day, Ji Mingjiang must also participate in proper exercise, that is, toss and catch ten toy balls back and forth.
For example, he must go to bed on time. If he didn’t fall asleep on time at nine o’clock or woke up too early in the morning, Cole would ask him with a serious and worried face if he was not feeling well and intended to call the doctor on duty at the medical office.
For example……
This kind of life lasted for two weeks, and Ji Mingjiang felt that he was going crazy.
Although his mermaid body has been strengthened and he won’t starve with this small amount of food, he really can’t live like this.
“When will Carrie come back? I miss her.”
A new week is also a new month. When Cole went out, Ji Mingjiang swam to Qin Shasha’s side, put his head on the edge of the pool, and asked.
Qin Shasha patted his head sympathetically and said, “She said her mother is in the hospital and won’t be coming back soon.”
She could more or less see that Lance was a different little mermaid—healthy, intelligent, and more active. Cole’s kind of care is obviously more suitable for other mermaids. She tried to persuade him many times in private, but to no avail.
However……
“The matching day is coming soon. You can choose someone who is pleasing to the eye to go with him on the matching day. Carrie should have already told you about the process.”
She looked down at the slightly wide-eyed Lance and felt a little worried. Carrie probably won’t be able to make it back on the matching day. Can she take a video and send it that day or ask the director later?
