Returning to Her Family Home

Qin Lie and Lü Fuyi were acquainted and had a good relationship, but he regarded Lü Fuyi as a brother.

To make him marry Lü Fuyi is like making her marry her own brother—what thoughts could she possibly have?

His younger brother disagreed.

"Qin Lie is an interesting person. You see, he doesn't let you misunderstand, he tells you everything, and he trusts you completely."

"Madam, please don't say anymore. I understand everything."

Gu Wanning shook her head. "You... never mind, don't cry. I won't say anything. You'll figure it out yourself in a few days."

If I have the chance, I would really like to get to know Lü Fuyi.

She left without a trace after accomplishing her task, concealing her merits and fame. This girl truly lived up to her name, strong yet unassuming.

Gu Wanning planned to go back and scold her Fourth Concubine, Zhou Yaya: "Look at her, calm and collected, low-key and reserved; and look at you, your kung fu is probably just a smattering, you're always climbing on the roof and tearing off the tiles, you're going to blow up the Marquis's Residence."

Learn from others!

I really like this girl.

Gu Wanning went and bought more writing materials, preparing several extra sets to give to her father, brothers, and nephews.

Because the second brother and the princess had no children, and the third brother was unmarried, the only children in the household now were the eldest brother and his wife's two sons.

She bought extra snacks and candies for her two nephews.

The First Concubine gently reminded her, "Madam, and Jiaoniang too."

Gu Wanning then remembered that there was another girl in the family, and hurriedly picked out a few more things for Jiaoniang.

As expected, her carelessness makes her unsuitable to be a mother.

The First Concubine is more suitable, but it's a pity First Concubine probably won't stay in the mansion for long.

Back at the mansion, Gu Wanning discovered that Xu Weibei was also in the room.

"My Marquis, why have you returned so early today?"

"I was originally in the outer study, but Jiaoniang developed a fever and called me back, so I didn't go out again."

"You have a fever?" Gu Wanning exclaimed in surprise. "How did you get a fever?"

Why does it seem like you're feeling guilty for not taking good enough care of them?

"They said it might be because they're new here and nervous, and got scared." Xu Weibei didn't take it seriously. "It's nothing serious. What did you buy today?"

Seeing that he didn't seem too nervous, Gu Wanning breathed a sigh of relief. "I just bought some fabrics, pastries, and stationery. I'll go check on Jiaoniang first."

Even if a guest falls ill in one's own home, one should still offer them comfort and care. How much more so when this is the young master of the Marquis's Marquis's Residence, who is as precious as gold and jade.

Xu Weibei is completely different from modern men who dote on their daughters; he seems not to care about his daughter at all.

Sigh, girls, they have to be born into the right family.

When Gu Wanning arrived, Jiaoniang had already taken her medicine and fallen asleep. Her little face was rosy and looked pitiful. Her wet nurse was by her side.

When Gu Wanning heard that the fever had subsided, she instructed the wet nurse to take good care of him.

First Concubine offered to stay and help look after her, Gu Wanning said, "Then you'll have to work a little harder these next few days and move over to keep her company."

The First Concubine readily agreed, repeatedly telling the maid to go back and pack her things, as if she herself wanted to stay by her side every step of the way.

Gu Wanning then went back and told Xu Weibei about what she had seen and heard that day.

Chapter 64 Returning to My Mother's Home

"That general store selling dried goods is really ripping people off..."

"Is that so?" Xu Weibei said calmly. "Is it possible that you're just inexperienced?"

Gu Wanning: Why does a perfectly good man have to have a mouth!

She knew she was poor; he didn't need to remind her.

Let's change the subject!

"Should you go check on Jiaoniang again?"

Although she agreed to help take care of him, when it really matters, his biological father will definitely be the one to step up.

"I won't go. Isn't Third Concubine looking after things?"

He was dutiful in raising other people's children, but he didn't have much emotional investment in them.

He doesn't like children.

If it's a boy, he can take care of him; if it's a girl, he can raise her safely and find her a reliable man to marry, giving her a generous dowry. That would be enough for him to have done his best for his friend.

Gu Wanning cursed Xu Weibei in her heart, calling him a "scumbag" and wishing he would never have a daughter, before going to pack her things.

Soon it arrived at her father's birthday. Since her father, brothers, and Xu Weibei all had to attend court, Er Ya kept urging Gu Wanning to go back first.

Gu Wanning smiled and said, "Why are you in such a hurry to go back?"

"This servant wants to go back and help the First Madam with her work as soon as possible!" Er Ya said. "There are only a few servants in the manor, and the First Madam has to do many things herself. If she gets too tired, the Master will be very worried."

Gu Wanning: "... You even know that your older brother cares about your sister-in-law."

"Master adores Madam, he treats her so well. You don't know," Er Ya's eyes sparkled with gossip, "Master seems very serious and dignified, but actually, he's quite mischievous in front of Madam. Madam is an honest woman, so she has to let him have his way, but she's afraid of being seen, hehe..."

Gu Wanning: Your mental state is exactly the same as mine when I'm shipping couples!

Also, what inappropriate scene did you see that you didn't even call me?!

And, brother, so this is what you're really like.

"Besides, the reason I like you, Master, is because you treat Madam well. If you didn't care about Madam, then I wouldn't like you."

Gu Wanning: As expected, your preferences are quite unique.

"Shall we go first?" she mentally prepared herself.

This was actually the first time she had faced everyone from her predecessor's family.

The resentment of her predecessor has dissipated, and now Gu Wanning feels a bit curious—this is the Grand Chief Grand Secretary, a high-ranking official, and his family. They may be remembered in history or infamous for eternity, but they are certainly not unknown figures.

At the same time, she felt a lot of pressure.

Memory is from the past, not objective; now we have to face ourselves, and social anxiety makes us hesitate even before leaving the house.

--Ugh, having to meet so many people and receive their concern and care, it's terrifying.

My social anxiety is such that although I can handle things politely and even chat and laugh when we meet, I really dislike the process.