Just as Jiang Shixu finished washing up and was getting ready to sleep, a small knock on the door suddenly came from behind him.
Jiang Shixu frowned, put on slippers, and opened the door.
At first glance, he didn’t see anyone, but when he looked down, he found that one of the naughty twins was actually standing at his door.
However, he recognized Jiang Buchen without much effort, and after a slight smile, he politely asked, "Buchen, w-what are you doing in my room so late?"
Jiang Buchen lowered his head, his two fingers twisting together anxiously.
"Third Brother, I’m sorry, we were a bit too naughty this morning. I realized my mistake, so I’m here to apologize to you."
Jiang Shixu hadn’t really taken this morning’s little incident to heart. Hearing him say that, his attitude towards this little rascal changed a bit.
"It’s okay, y-you’re still young. Being a bit rowdy is v-very normal."
Jiang Buchen’s eyes lit up, "Really, Third Brother? Then... can I sleep with you? Mom and Dad aren’t home, I’m quite lonely..."
Jiang Shixu instinctively held the door.
Jiang Shixu said nervously, "I-I prefer sleeping alone. If I’m with someone else, I can’t sleep. I get i-insomnia..."
"Oh, okay then." Jiang Buchen pouted, "Can I chat with Third Brother for a while? Just a little while, I promise I won’t disturb you, Third Brother."
Jiang Shixu thought for a moment and nodded.
Jiang Buchen immediately clapped his hands happily, "I like Third Brother the most, Third Brother looks much better than Second Brother and Big Brother!"
Jiang Shixu was a bit resistant at first, but seeing Jiang Buchen’s current situation reminded him of his lonely childhood.
Seeing him so happy, it was even harder to refuse.
Jiang Shixu closed the door and crouched down in front of Jiang Buchen.
"So, what do you want to chat about with Third Brother? If you can’t sleep, how about Third Brother plays the piano for you?"
"Sure, sure." Jiang Buchen nodded and pulled Jiang Shixu to the music room.
Jiang Shixu sat at the piano and gently played a lullaby.
Jiang Buchen sat next to him, lightly swaying his body and occasionally complimenting him.
The large and small figures snuggled together seemed particularly cozy in the night.
Until Jiang Buchen suddenly spoke—
"Third Brother, who do you like the most at home?"
Jiang Shixu thought for a moment and said, "Sister."
"Why? Don’t you like your mom and dad?"
"It’s not that, but I like Sister more because she is very warm. Every time I’m near her, I feel filled with energy."
Jiang Shixu seemed to think of something, and a faint smile gradually spread across his face.
But Jiang Buchen put his finger on his lips, saying a bit troubled, "But I heard from mom... girls will get married when they grow up. Sister is already 20, almost at the legal marriage age. There are quite a few guys who like her. Just a few days ago, a guy came to see her, and today a handsome brother gave her a ride back. It seems Sister also likes this handsome brother a lot; they call each other often... do you think they might be dating?"
Jiang Shixu’s fingertips hit the piano keys heavily, his expression instantly freezing.
"No, t-they are not dating!"
Jiang Buchen continued in a confident tone, "Even if they’re not now, they definitely will later, right? I saw that brother’s car is very nice, his family conditions must be good. Wouldn’t Sister be moved? Even if she doesn’t brother, she will like someone else in the future, and once she gets married, she probably won’t live here anymore. She’ll spend all her time at someone else’s house."
"And later, she’ll definitely have her own children and pour all her attention and effort into them, not caring about others. Thank goodness I don’t have a biological sister, or I’d be heartbroken seeing her marry into another family."
Jiang Shixu completely lost his composure, standing up from the bench with a start.
"N-No way, she wouldn’t, she said she’d stay with me forever!"
After saying that, he ran out of the music room with red eyes.
Jiang Buchen stood behind him, revealing a triumphant smile the moment he ran out.
Finally, he let Third Brother taste the feeling of losing composure. It was not easy!
Actually... he had good eyesight. The moment he opened the door, he saw the room filled with Sister’s photos.
Tsk tsk, who knew his fondness for Sister was so obsessive?
Doesn’t this mean he has found his sore spot?
Zhao Lang was very efficient; within two days, he had sent a bunch of stylists to the Jiang Family.
Jiang Li had just finished her morning exercise. As she walked into the living room, she saw four or five people sitting on the sofa.
Shen Lan was also there, chatting with a short-haired young woman. Seeing her approach, she waved her over.
"Lili, come over, this is Miss Liang, the assistant to the general agent for D brand in the Hua District. She’s here today just to serve you."
Liang Qi stood up and walked over, politely extending her hand, "Hello, Miss Jiang, just call me Liang Qi."
Jiang Li smiled and shook her hand, "Hello, Jiang Li."
The other party also laughed, "Finally meeting you in person, you’re much prettier than on TV."
"Miss Liang is too kind."
After she sat down, Shen Lan whispered discreetly into her ear, "Young Master Gu’s influence is really something; just like that, an international brand’s agent came specifically to serve you. Our company’s artists only managed to get a minor endorsement from them. It really shows money makes the world go round."
Jiang Li smiled, "How about you pick a dress too, Third Aunt?"
Shen Lan shook her head, "This is prepared by Young Master Gu specifically for you. How can I be so bold as to get involved? I’ll just watch from the side and help you choose."
Liang Qi smiled, "Miss Jiang, we brought 20 sets of ready-to-wear dresses and gowns today for you to look at."
Saying this, she made a gesture, and then staff wheeled over a rack of clothes.
"These gowns are all new designs for this year. Of course, if Miss Jiang finds one she likes, we can also tailor it to your measurements."
The gowns were all winter collections but not heavy at all, very light and intricately designed.
Shen Lan, sitting on the side, couldn’t help clicking her tongue.
D brand is famous for its high standards, but today, they are so humble in front of Jiang Li. It seems that Gu Yu is genuinely attentive to her, handling even the smallest details with care.
Shen Lan couldn’t help but mentally give Gu Yu extra points.