My younger sister insisted on marrying me and made me the Marquis' wife.

Chapter 266 Everyone has his own destiny
Lord Gu was a little hesitant.

He was thinking that Zhao's background was shady. If she really got involved with Yelu, it would be difficult to take care of the two children. Rather than having an ugly fight in the future, it would be better to stay away from them now.

Qin Yuan advised, "Mother is better at these social skills than we are. They are now without a father or a mother, and the prosecutor's office has not yet reached a conclusion. If we push it too far, it is inevitable that others will gossip about it, such as my father risked his life for the Marquis, but no one takes care of his children, which is heartbreaking. In my opinion, it is better to keep an eye on it, firstly to see what other moves Zhao makes, and secondly to guard against gossip from outsiders. When the prosecutor's office reaches a conclusion, it will not be too late to do anything."

Lord Gu said, "Then let's do as you say and see who mother can bring to manage them."

Qin Yuan didn't say anything.

Children are most likely to read people's faces and act accordingly. If Lord Gu spoils them, they will take advantage of him.

No one will tolerate it, so the noise will pass after a while.

But she wasn't going to say that.

The two of them went to the upper room hand in hand. Old Madam Gu had already prepared a banquet. This time even Madam Gu Liu was present. Nanny Zhao served her personally, and the two little girls were brought by the wet nurse to join in the fun.

Only Gu Baozhu is still in solitary confinement and cannot come out.

Because before, the twins were not called.

Qin Yuan hadn't seen Madam Gu Liu for a long time, and asked in surprise, "Why is my sixth brother's wife so thin?"

Gu Jinghui was also shocked, but because she was his brother's wife, he didn't ask any more questions.

Madam Gu Liu forced a smile and said, "I am not worried about the child. I was also ill. Thanks to the Marquis for inviting the imperial physician, I will take care of myself and get better in a few days."

His voice was low and he paused after every few words, and it seemed like he was struggling.

His face was so thin that only a layer of skin was left, his eye sockets were sunken, and the corners of his eyebrows and eyes were drooping limply. He looked uglier when he smiled than when he didn't.

Qin Yuan hurriedly said, "Sixth brother's wife, just take care of her slowly. Don't worry about trivial matters. The most important thing now is your health."

Madam Gu Liu nodded slowly and said, "I have been relying on you these days. Fortunately, you are supporting me, otherwise the mansion would be in chaos."

Madam Gu smiled and said, "Don't mention it. Yuan'er handled the situation properly, which saved us a lot of trouble. Except for the unlucky Imperial Doctor Liu, no one in the mansion was injured or killed. This is really a great achievement, and it is rare in the entire capital."

Madam Gu Liu felt upset, so she smiled and changed the subject, saying, "I haven't been feeling well these days and couldn't sleep at night. I'm grateful for the tranquilizing pills my mother sent me."

Nanny Zhao looked at Old Madam Gu nervously, fearing that she had been exposed. Fortunately, Sixth Master Gu arrived, followed by several concubines and a wet nurse holding a child. The room suddenly became noisy, and the topic was changed.

After greeting, Master Gu Liu saw Madam Gu Liu sitting listlessly, so he said, "You are not feeling well, so there is no need to force yourself to come. Doctor Li also knows that you are not feeling well, so he will not be picky about the gift."

Although he showed concern, his tone was somewhat stiff.

Madam Gu Liu insisted: "Doctor Li risked his life to come to our house and cured smallpox. He is our benefactor. He also saved our two children. How could we not come?"

Master Gu Liu frowned, "In that case, you should stay here. Don't force yourself if you feel uncomfortable later."

Madam Gu Liu looked at the concubines, all of whom were in high spirits. Even Aunt Huang had recovered. However, she herself looked haggard. She couldn't help feeling a little sad.

Qin Yuan said, "This is also considered a family dinner. Doctor Li and I have some history, so there is no need for Sixth Sister-in-law to be too polite. If you feel uncomfortable, just lie down. If you can't hold it any longer, it's okay to leave. Don't let yourself be wronged."

Madam Gu Liu nodded and said, "Thank you, Third Sister-in-law, for your kindness."

As they were talking, Doctor Li also came with Xiaodong. After everyone finished their greetings, they sat down one by one. After three rounds of drinking, Doctor Li saw Madam Gu leaning back on her chair, looking a little reluctant. He frowned and said, "Madam Gu, are you okay? Why don't you sit for a while and then go back? Madam Gu can't use anything on the table, let alone drink. You like quietness, and sitting for a long time with so many people around you is tiring."

Madam Gu Liu forced a smile and said, "I just want to thank you for saving my life. I'll just sit for a while and then leave."

Doctor Li said sternly, "As doctors, we don't care about these empty formalities. Saving the dying and healing the wounded is our duty. Madam Gu Liu's kindness is appreciated. Tomorrow, the director of the hospital will come to the mansion to examine her, and then ask him to prescribe some medicine for her recovery."

He had no guilt in his heart, but Madam Gu Liu was overthinking.

Madam Gu Liu forced herself to sit for a long time, and no matter how Nanny Zhao tried to persuade her, she would not budge. Master Gu Liu was already annoyed with him, so he simply ignored him.

That’s it, it didn’t last even half an hour.

Everyone toasted Doctor Li with wine, and after several rounds, Doctor Li said, "The two young ladies should go back and rest as soon as possible. It's not long since you recovered from the illness, so it's better to take care of them and don't worry too much."

After hearing this, Aunt Huang hurriedly followed Madam Gu Liu and left the table.

After Mrs. Gu Liu returned home, she sighed again in her own yard. No matter how Nanny Zhao tried to coax her, it was no use. Finally, she took some tranquilizer medicine and went to sleep.

After she left, everyone felt much more at ease, especially Mr. Gu Liu.

Madam Gu sighed and said, "I don't know when the Sixth Old Wife's illness will be cured."

Several concubines hurriedly said, "Sixth Madam is blessed by heaven, and she will get better."

Qin Yuan and others who knew the truth kept silent.

Doctor Li didn't respond at all.

Gu Liuye thought for a moment and said, "Mother, everyone has their own destiny. You can't force it. Xu will take care of her slowly. We are not short of money anyway. When the Imperial College is on holiday and the two sons come back, she will probably feel better when she sees the children, and her illness will heal faster."

Hearing this, Madam Gu couldn't help but frown. She wanted to say something to him, but because the guests were here, she said, "Hey, when you open the house, you must have a good banquet for your relatives and friends to get rid of the bad luck."

Qin Yuan said: "Who dares not to obey my mother's orders?"

Aunt Rong couldn't help laughing and said, "Madam is so playful."

Madam Gu also smiled and said, "Then I will tell you to prepare it well. If there is anything missing or you are unsure, come and ask me."

Qin Yuan smiled and responded, and then said: "Mother is knowledgeable and experienced. The Marquis and I are unsure about something, so we need your advice."

"Oh, what's the matter?"

Old Madam Gu just laughed.

She was relieved that the third brother and his wife were able to discuss things together.

Gu Jinghui said, “My son and Yuan’er have discussed that because of Zhao, it is not appropriate for the two children to live in the mansion. They have no relatives to rely on. I wonder if mother can recommend someone to raise them.”

Gu Liuye interrupted, "Has Third Brother figured it out? I wonder where he plans to keep them?"

Gu Jinghui looked at Madam Gu and said, "My son plans to separate the courtyard of the Marquis's Mansion next to the street from the mansion, and open a door for them so that they can interact with each other. This way, they can be considered separated. But after all, they have been given to us as adopted sons, so we can't just give them to others. Please take the trouble to choose someone."

Madam Gu understood what her son meant and said, "It's better to do this first. We can take care of them while we slowly look for their relatives. In my opinion, it would be better to find a distant relative who has no children to take care of them. He is old and has a stable temperament, so we can rest assured."