Rebirth of the Film Empress' Beloved Wife [JenLisa Adaptation]

Chapter 34: LEVEL 2

That evening, Lisa was held back by problems with the production team and returned home late. She thought Jennie would be in her bedroom or study and didn't expect to see her as soon as she stepped through the door.

Jennie was reading documents in the living room. When she saw Lisa enter, her eyes immediately lit up, almost making her believe that she had been waiting for her.

"Have you eaten? There are leftovers in the kitchen," she asked before he could say anything. Dinner had been prepared by Wang-Jie. Since it didn't taste too bad, Jennie had deliberately kept some leftovers for Lisa.

This was something she'd decided to do after seeing that Lisa had been returning home later these days, and even so, she had to cook for herself.

Therefore, this time she decided to be considerate and told Wang-Jie to prepare an extra serving.

"Okay, I'll go get it."

Without bothering to change out of her work clothes first, she headed directly into the kitchen. She really was quite hungry. Jennie stared at her back as she walked. She'd planned to make coffee for her tonight, but seeing how utterly exhausted she was, she decided to do it tomorrow instead.

For now, it would be better to let her have a good night's rest.

After taking the food out of the warmer, she sat down alone at the dining table and started to eat. Jennie watched her from her seat in the living room, and only when she saw that Lisa was almost done did she go over to her and say, "Rest early, don't stay up too late."

Although her tone was icy cold, it did not impede the meaning of her words. She was concerned for her. Lisa couldn't misunderstand even if she wanted to.

"Mhm, I will," she said, her lips stretching into an obvious smile. She wasn't certain, but she felt like her relationship with Jennie had changed.

That day she said to push back the divorce was the beginning, it seemed. At first, it wasn't obvious and only made her feel like Jennie was acting strange, but after so many more changes, especially when they shared a bed, she started to suspect something.

It seems like Jennie doesn't hate me anymore!

Based on her understanding of Jennie, Lisa knew that she was someone who would never allow herself to hold the short end of the stick. If she liked someone, then she liked someone. If she disliked someone, then she disliked someone.

She would not go out of her way to care for someone she disliked. Let alone eating together and sharing a bed, she wouldn't even allow Lisa to appear in front of her so often.

Therefore, she was quite certain that Jennie no longer hated her. In fact, she felt like Jennie's impression of her was slowly changing, as she was caring about her and getting along with her. There was even a trace of friendship present in their interactions.

Of course, this made her extremely happy and excited, but at the same time, seeds of greed were beginning to sprout.

Since she could wipe away her dislike for her and advance towards friendship, then could she also hope that one day, through her hard work and perseverance, she would be able to make her accept her feelings?

She suddenly felt the urge to confess to her, but she held herself back. The time was not right. She had to be patient. She had to bring their relationship closer first, and then she would confess with confidence.

Lisa was an exceptionally patient woman, especially when it came to the person he liked. With Jennie, she had fallen in love at first sight, and she was set on her for the rest of her life. To her, waiting longer was not a problem.

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The next morning, Lisa was making breakfast in the kitchen. Jennie walked in, surprising her. The kitchen was a place she usually stayed out of. Then, she saw her do something even more surprising—she started to make coffee!

"Jennie, I'll make the coffee. You should go rest," she prompted. As far as she knew, she didn't know how to make coffee.

"Are you looking down at me?" She shot Lisa a glance as her hands moved about. Although she was unused to doing it without the System helping her, she could manage.

"Of course not, I just don't want to trouble you," she smiled, relishing in a new discovery: Jennie's temper was just like a child's. She wouldn't look down on her for something so trivial. She was just worried because she had never seen her make coffee before, though looking at her fluid movements now, she clearly knew what she was doing.

Relaxing, Lisa turned back to cooking breakfast. Occasionally, she would glance over at Jennie.

The two stood together in the kitchen, busy with their own tasks. Although it was quiet, the atmosphere was serene. Seeing Jennie so engrossed in preparing coffee, Lisa's heart warmed with gratification.

After breakfast was all set, Jennie completed the meal by carrying out two cups of coffee. She placed one cup in front of herself, and one cup in front of her. The delightful aroma of fresh coffee pleased her quite a bit, while Lisa felt very flattered.

"Thank you!" She thanked her excitedly. After all, she was holding a cup of coffee from Jennie in her hands. She'd made it herself. Just thinking about it moved her, and she was almost unwilling to drink something so precious.

"You're welcome. Try it." She stared at Lisa, somewhat anticipative. This was her first time letting someone taste her craft.

Her gaze softened. Although she actually couldn't bear to drink it, Jennie's expectant gaze prompted her to raise the cup and take a sip. She did so in a very serious manner, and as the first sip crept over her taste buds and down her throat, her eyes filled with contentment.

The cup of coffee far surpassed her expectation. Clearly, Jennie had put great effort into it.

"It's delicious, really good," she praised generously, right before the System sounded.

Congratulations!

You have completed the Upgrade Mission for LEVEL 1 to LEVEL 2.

Starting upgrade...

After about a minute, the System beeped again.

Congratulations!

You have upgraded to LEVEL 2.

New Accumulation Mission: Discover 10 of Ms. Lisa's personal habits/secrets.

You may not inquire about the task, and each habit must be discovered through solo effort.

NOTE: The points will only count if the habits/secrets are ones that five or fewer people know of.

And again.

Congratulations!

Points: 10

All LVL. 1 functions will now be upgraded to LVL. 2!

Unlocked: Hidden Missions

[Lvl. 2] Space Dimension

Size increased from one cubic meter to ten cubic meters.

[Lvl. 2] Pinpoint Location

Slots increased from 1 to 3 total.

[Lvl. 2] Culinary Arts

Catalog increased.

[Lvl. 2] Medical Prowess

Catalog increased.

[Lvl. 2] Resources

The Host receives 5 scripts and 20 songs.

[Lvl. 2] Auxiliary Assistance

Expanded scope of assistance.

Hidden Mission: ???

The Hidden Mission is not disclosed. Rewards will be granted once the mission is complete.

LEVEL 2 Upgrade: Complete!