This news surprised Gu An'an somewhat.

"This time it's a step forward; my family has transferred me to Jiangzhou Prefecture."

I didn't hear this news when I was in the capital, but family messages sent by carrier pigeon are always reliable.

Although Manager Lin had been operating in Anping County for many years, he had long been accustomed to life there.

However, once you receive this command, you can only follow the instructions.

“Jiangzhou Prefecture is a land of plenty, a good place to visit.” Gu An’an smiled. “Then I wish Manager Lin a bright future and great success.”

Although Manager Lin hadn't dealt with Gu An'an much, he felt relieved to hear this and couldn't help but add, "Taibai Restaurant has a new manager. If Madam Gu is going to do business with the restaurant again, she should be more careful."

There was a hint of earnest advice in those words.

Gu An'an accepted the zither and watched Manager Lin leave.

The new manager of Taibai Restaurant hasn't arrived yet, but it's already made her start to have all sorts of wild thoughts.

There's no need for that.

It's one of the top restaurants in Anping County, why would it make things difficult for itself?

Discarding those chaotic thoughts, Gu An'an looked at the person gently stroking the zither case and said, "When we get home, I'll have my brother teach Zhu'er to play the zither. I know he looked at the sheet music before."

Jiang Mingzhu covered her mouth and laughed, "Brother definitely doesn't know that Mother knows about this."

"He thinks he's incredibly smart, but he's still very naive," Gu An'an said dismissively. He's just a child; no matter how mature he is, he's still a minor.

Those little tricks are no match for me, okay?

Business was even better today than the day before yesterday. Before noon, Gu An'an had run out of ingredients.

Just then, Jiang Mingyi returned with a few books, so the family of three decided to go home.

After stopping the carriage, Gu An'an packed some things from the kitchen and went to Aunt Li's house to pick up the child.

Jiang Mingxu and Bao'er are still young, and it's not a good idea for them to keep running around.

Entrusting them to Aunt Li for care is the most suitable option, since Aunt Li also likes these two children.

"Oh, you don't need to be so polite."

Aunt Li felt quite embarrassed. They were all neighbors, so wasn't it only right that she take care of a child? Gu An'an really didn't need to be so polite.

"I might need your help again in the future."

People are kind-hearted and willing to help, but you, who have received this favor, should at least show your attitude.

You can't let those who help you feel disheartened.

Gu An'an has always been clear about right and wrong. If you help me three times, I'll repay you five times. If you try to bully or humiliate me, don't blame me for repaying you double!

Both children were asleep, so Gu An'an carried one on her back and held the other in her arms as she took them back.

At home, Jiang Mingyi was examining the zither.

"Jinse, is that the name of this zither?"

Jiang Mingzhu also tilted her head and looked over, "Why do I feel like it's more like the name of the previous owner of this zither?"

However, Manager Lin only said that he saw this zither in the capital and bought it.

The identity of the person selling the instrument was not revealed; it was neither revealed that they were male nor female.

The brother and sister did not reach a conclusion, nor did they dwell on the issue any further.

Following the instructions in the book, Jiang Mingyi gently plucked the strings with his little finger.

The voice was slightly hoarse.

"What's wrong?"

The brother and sister both looked towards the door and saw that Gu An'an was carrying her on her back and could barely straighten her back. Jiang Mingzhu quickly went over and took the person off her back.

"This music sounds off."

Jiang Mingyi suddenly looked up at Gu An'an. Perhaps realizing that his actions were a bit too rash, the young man paused for a moment before saying, "What do you mean?"

Gu An'an also realized that she had spoken too quickly.

"I used to hear people playing the zither in the county town. Although it sounded intermittent, the music was ancient and melodious, unlike now, which sounds dry and lifeless."

Jiang Mingzhu thought so too, "Yes, brother, you told me about music theory. The sound of the guqin should be quiet and melodious, but this sound is so strange."

There's something wrong with this instrument.

The eyes of the family of three were all fixed on the piano.

Why did Manager Kelin give her such a zither?

Gu An'an was also a little confused.

"Let's take a look later."

As someone with an inquisitive spirit, Gu An'an felt that there might be another secret hidden inside the zither; she would find out once she took it apart.

Jiang Mingyi's forehead twitched upon hearing this. "What if we ruin this instrument?"

"Then let's get another one. Anyway, this zither was a gift from Manager Lin, it didn't cost any money."

She said it so matter-of-factly that Jiang Mingyi didn't know how to refute it.

So what if you didn't spend any money?

It's truly remarkable that you didn't spend any money.

Jiang Mingxu and Bao'er were fast asleep on the kang (a heated brick bed), while Gu An'an, along with the other two family members, were searching for the problem with the zither.

Gu An'an quickly found a narrow gap. "Here."

This zither is exquisitely crafted, with a natural lacquer finish. If Gu An'an hadn't been used to observing things under a microscope, she probably wouldn't have noticed that the thin line wasn't lacquer, but a slit.

With this narrow crack, it was easy to find the second one.

There's something hidden there.

Gu An'an looked at the brother and sister who had wide eyes, and suddenly laughed, "Do you think there might be some silver notes hidden inside?"

Although the answer was mundane, Gu An'an preferred silver notes to anything else.

Jiang Mingyi coldly shattered her illusions, "The silver notes are probably already torn to shreds."

Just moments ago, Gu An'an was very happy, but suddenly she felt that happiness had abruptly left her.

It's all because this brat doesn't know how to talk to people and make them happy.

"What do you think is inside, Pearl?"

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