Pampered by My Billionaire Childhood Sweetheart-Chapter 16 My Wife Has Great Psychological Strength

"Hmm?" Hearing what the eldest had said, Gu Jingyu couldn't help but lift his head slightly, turning his face slightly to the side, locking eyes with the ever-sync-worthy third brother.

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"Piano? Xixia..." The two handsome faces nodded in unison, utterly impressed and in admiration of their eldest brother's unwavering devotion. Then, they simultaneously lowered their heads and continued eating breakfast.

"Young master, this really isn't possible. My grandson is extremely playful, he has no interest in studying at all, and he absolutely despises learning. The old piano at home was even given away. So, young master, please reconsider this decision!"

Not understanding why his young master suddenly brought up this matter, the butler hurriedly bowed respectfully as he spoke, not even daring to lift his eyes. Having watched young master grow up, he knew his master all too well—devious to the core!

"Even if he doesn't want to learn, he must learn. Also, you need to remember to find this girl to teach him piano. The most important part—make sure her salary is doubled, no, massively doubled. Pay her so much that it can't possibly be increased further."

Gu Jingchen casually handed a piece of paper with a phone number on it to the butler. His tone remained calm and composed as he continued to eat his breakfast elegantly.

"..." The butler, overwhelmed by such an unreasonable demand, could only cast pleading looks toward the old master and the grand patriarch of the family.

However, regarding Gu Jingchen's actions, the others merely turned a blind eye. This man had always been brilliant, a proud figure of the Gu Family. Unless his actions were utterly outrageous, Gu Yushan and Gu Jinnian, as a couple, typically refrained from interfering.

"Alright, alright, alright." Understanding his position, the butler reluctantly wiped the cold sweat from his brow. It seemed that once he returned home today, he'd have to thoroughly discipline his grandson.

The next morning, Shang Xixia, Yu Tingting, and Zhou Xingyan arrived early at the KTV entrance, where they ran into Yu Tingting's cousin, Yu Zishan.

"Cousin, I'm so sorry. On my first day at work, I caused you so much trouble. We were wrong. Please give us another chance. We promise we won't do it again! Please don't stay mad. If you're upset, you can punish me as much as you want!"

Having mentally prepared herself, the moment Yu Tingting saw Yu Zishan, she ran straight toward her cousin, collapsing into her arms in tears. Her dramatic sobbing show was unexpectedly flawless, managing to melt even the hardest hearts witnessing the scene.

"Silly girl, don't feel guilty, and don't cry, alright? Did you know that I actually benefitted because of this mishap? Yesterday, I thought it was all over for me, but guess what? This morning, headquarters issued an unexpected order: our KTV branch has been acquired! Not only that, but they commended me for hiring such courageous employees and even awarded me a bonus. I'm thrilled! Moving forward, our KTV will operate on a more regulated basis. You'll even have formal uniforms! Also, we've been told not to sacrifice employee welfare for the sake of sales. If you encounter unruly customers, you have the authority to turn them away directly."

Yu Zishan beamed joyfully as she explained to the three girls.

"Oh yeah!" The three girls' bright, dazzling eyes lit up with joy. They were so excited they nearly began jumping up and down!

"But, Cousin, who is the new owner of the KTV?" For some reason, Shang Xixia had a hunch, as if the person was someone she knew.

"I'm not sure, but I heard the surname is Rong."

Yu Zishan nodded and paused to recall before replying.

"Rong?" Shang Xixia's lively eyes sparkled.

"Hello?" The young woman took out her phone, eyeing the unfamiliar number on the screen curiously before answering softly.

"Hello, is this Lady Shang? May I ask if you're available for piano tutoring? We got your contact information from Mr. Gu. Would it be convenient to discuss this in person?"

The butler's polished, professional tone came through the phone. At that moment, Shang Xixia blinked in confusion. No matter how hard she tried, she couldn't think of any friend with the surname Rong. Quietly pulling out her signature playful pout, she stuck out her pink tongue and dismissed her suspicions with a private chuckle.

The three girls worked at the KTV until noon before clocking out. The job was hourly-based, not a full-day gig. Moments after they left the KTV, Shang Xixia's phone rang again.

"Sure, sure!" Hearing the prospect of new work, the young woman became so excited that her delicate features radiated with infectious enthusiasm. Her glittering eyes gleamed with an almost mischievous joy and eager anticipation.

"Alright, Lady Shang. We'll meet at my residence in an hour." The butler provided her with the address before hanging up.

"It seems this young lady shares a special bond with the young master. She might even be his sweetheart. Why else would the young master get so worked up at the mere mention of her?"

At that thought, Uncle Fu couldn't help but smile. Ever loyal to the family, the old man found himself harboring hopeful thoughts. Knowing the young master's unwavering loyalty and earnest nature, this girl seemed destined to become the future lady of the Gu Family.

At the same time, Shang Xixia bid farewell to her two best friends and boarded a bus heading toward Uncle Fu's address.

Once on the bus, the girl instinctually sat by the window. It was only during these moments that her thoughts would truly drift, allowing her to fully appreciate the beauty of her city. Beyond the glass was Yun City's breathtaking coastline, lined with waving coconut trees. In the distance, the sparkling sea met the infinite blue skyline, adorned with fluffy white clouds. Her long lashes fluttered slightly over her serene gaze. Her lips curled into a faint smile, and the twin dimples framing her cheeks deepened gently, turning her into a vision of pure, unfiltered warmth—like a living, breathing masterpiece.

"It seems my future wife has amazing inner strength—resilient and cute to a fault. She doesn't back down easily. Adorably stubborn, and incredibly tough."

Lost in the view outside the window, Shang Xixia failed to notice an impeccably handsome man sitting a row behind her. The bus seats weren't particularly spacious, and for someone as tall as he—at least 185 cm—it was clear this was his very first time taking public transportation. He seemed a bit awkward, adjusting his long frame as he shifted uncomfortably. Despite his mature demeanor, there was something inexplicably endearing about his slight unease. Gently twitching his thin lips, he cast an affectionate and somewhat wistful gaze in the direction of the girl he silently admired.