Huo Zhou proved with practical actions the principle of "a good cabbage will be sought after sooner or later by others."

The "good cabbage" that attracted Wu Yu away was the young golden-haired boy named Tom. His full name was too long for anyone to remember, and he seemed to be some kind of foreign aristocrat. In any case, he was plastered with the words " not short of money" from head to toe.

Tom, with his higher level of cunning than Huo Zhou, impressed the members of the Wu family by showing remarkable interest in becoming a part of the family. As the internationally renowned first violinist of a top-tier orchestra, he expressed awe after hearing Qiao Guangyu play the piano one day and even invited Qiao Guangyu to audition for their orchestra.

The Wu family members were so impressed by Tom's apparent concern for his future "brother-in-law" that their favorability toward him skyrocketed. The golden-haired boy smoothly moved into the Wu family's old mansion and, within a few days, settled into Wu Yu's room for cohabitation.

It was faster than riding a rocket.

With his sweet tongue, wit, and knack for pleasing, the golden-haired boy quickly assimilated into the Wu family. His pace was no slower than that of secretary Quan, making Brother Quan feel a sense of crisis as if facing a worthy opponent.

While Tom massaged the legs and feet of the old master of the Wu family, Brother Quan arranged for a renowned international rehabilitation expert to be contacted. While Tom distributed the small pastries he baked to everyone, Brother Quan personally invited a Michelin three-star chef to take charge of the kitchen. Tom blabla... Brother Quan blabla...

Qiao Guangyu stared with dead fish eyes, "Thankfully, I know that Brother Quan likes me. Otherwise, I'd think he's chasing after my second brother."

It was truly laughable and exasperating. Qiao Guangyu really wanted to grab Brother Quan's ears and ask him, "What are you competing with the golden-haired boy for? The golden-haired boy comes from a wealthy family, while your annual salary was almost cut in half by my elder brother!"

Is this still my wise, calm, and calculating Brother Quan?!

Thankfully, the competition between these two only paused after Tom secured an audition opportunity for Qiao Guangyu. To help Qiao Guangyu smoothly enter the international orchestra, Brother Quan devised a detailed and comprehensive training plan for him, personally supervising it, and never leaving his side for 24 hours.

Yes, 24 hours!

Not to mention, they even slept on the same bed, and Brother Quan's gaze never left Qiao Guangyu even when using the bathroom!

This almost drove Qiao Guangyu to develop problems. Every time he accused Brother Quan of becoming more and more psychotic, Brother Quan would explain with a sad and worried look, "I'm afraid if I don't keep an eye on you, you'll run away." And for some reason, Qiao Guangyu would inexplicably soften because... he really wanted to run away.

Twenty-four hours a day, except for eating, sleeping, and using the toilet, all the remaining time was spent playing the piano. Wouldn't you want to run too? Oh, and the time spent playing the flute didn't count. If Qiao Guangyu played the flute well, it could reduce one to two hours of piano practice time.

But that was even more exhausting, you know! (╯‵□′)╯︵┻━┻

Qiao Guangyu felt tears welling up but had no tears to shed.

Brother Quan remained expressionless, "You can choose either music or the company."

Qiao Guangyu, with teary eyes, asked, "Can I choose a third option?"

Brother Quan replied, "No. Although the old master is still around for now, you can play around for a few more years. But once the old master is gone, this family will inevitably divide. Even if your brothers treat you well, they won't take care of you like their own children. They all will have their own families, and sooner or later, you'll have to fend for yourself." Then, Brother Quan added gently, "Besides, I still rely on you to pay my salary, Mr. Qiao."

Every time Brother Quan mentioned "Mr. Qiao," Qiao Guangyu felt the weight of his responsibilities. Alas, to support Brother Quan, he had to become stronger! The burden of being the head of the household was so heavy.

"Alright, let's continue practicing!" Qiao Guangyu immediately regained his spirits and pressed the piano keys with enthusiasm.

"Well, I believe in you," Brother Quan smiled as he stood by, watching Qiao Guangyu's fair and slender fingertips dance swiftly on the keys, as agile as when he typed on the keyboard, or... just as agile as when he did that.

Brother Quan thought to himself: My judgment won't be wrong. Little Qiao's hands are truly gifted, and he can go far on the path of music in the future.

Of course, their relationship could also go far.

He wouldn't let Qiao Guangyu have the chance to leave him.

 

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The side story is also finished! Thank you all for reading this far, love you all!

 

Translator : DarNan