Chapter 932: 931

Gu Shaoting returned home to find Shu Pan bathing the children.

He hurried over to help and rolled up his sleeves to bathe Xiaobao as well.

“Panpan, I bought you something delicious,” Gu Shaoting said ingratiatingly.

Shu Pan glanced at him sideways and responded, “Oh.”

She appeared thoroughly uninterested.

“I heard it’s very tasty, you should try it later,” Gu Shaoting said, continuing to speak cheerfully despite Shu Pan’s indifference.

Actually, with Auntie Li’s help and other servants in the house, Shu Pan didn’t need to lift a finger, but she felt that since she was idle anyway, she preferred to take care of her children’s needs herself.

“Alright, I’ll try it later,” Shu Pan said, not wanting to hurt his feelings.

Gu Shaoting was puzzled, wondering why Shu Pan wasn’t as happy as he had expected.

In truth, Shu Pan was already tired from a day’s work; even if she felt happy, she probably didn’t have the energy to show it.

After settling the children down,

Shu Pan sat on the couch and suddenly saw a paper box on the coffee table with the words “Happiness Bakery” printed on it.

Shu Pan had heard of this brand of cake; it was very popular. The last time Xiaomeng said she wanted to eat it, the store was so crowded they ended up not buying anything.

She was surprised that Gu Shaoting would go out and buy it; it was quite unexpected.

She slowly untied the satin ribbon bow on the paper box, and a strong scent of cake wafted up to her.

The cake was rolled up in portions, with two pieces inside, and looked very exquisite.

Shu Pan was confused; had he suddenly become thoughtful? To think of buying her cake?

She carefully picked up a fork, scooped up a small piece, and put it in her mouth; the sweet and fragrant taste immediately assailed her taste buds.

She tasted it slowly and felt very satisfied.

So, she ate one piece, spoon by spoon, and after finishing, she couldn’t help but exclaim that it was indeed as good as its reputation.

When Gu Shaoting came out of the study, Shu Pan had already returned to the bedroom.

His gaze fell on the cake box, and seeing that Shu Pan had eaten a piece, he smiled knowingly.

After her bath, Shu Pan held her phone, looking at job listings on a recruitment website, determined not to change her mind.

Gu Shaoting returned to the room and saw Shu Pan still looking at her phone, so he leaned in closer.

Of course, he also noticed the recruitment information on the phone.

His expression darkened on the spot, but he said nothing.

“I’ve found several companies and will start going for interviews tomorrow,” Shu Pan declared, not as if seeking his opinion, but simply informing him matter-of-factly.

“Have you made up your mind?” Gu Shaoting asked.

“Yes, I’ll take care of the children’s matters,” Shu Pan replied. In fact, Gu Shaoting’s opposition had never been about the children’s affairs. The children were grown, and with a driver and Auntie Li around, this had never been an issue.

“Well then, as long as you’re happy,” Gu Shaoting said, showing his support despite having nothing more to say.

He seemed to see a different Shu Pan.

“Hmm, I have an interview tomorrow, I’m going to sleep now,” Shu Pan said before placing her phone on the nightstand and closing her eyes.

Gu Shaoting let out a soft sigh, feeling helpless.

Well, it’s not like Shu Pan just stepped out into society; she wasn’t a naive young girl anymore and knew how to take care of herself.

Feeling the bed dip beside her, Shu Pan remained motionless, but in her mind, she wondered what kind of questions the interviewer would ask the next day?

Having been away from the workplace for years, returning now made her feel somewhat at a loss.

Some might think she’s causing herself unnecessary trouble, not content being a wealthy Madam, seeking hardships instead.

But when one is actually in that position, there’s an inexplicable fear: everyone else is moving forward, while she feels like a caged bird, stagnant.