Gu Yifeng quickly calmed down, but Lin Youning’s hand, held by her elder brother, was tight, even a little painful. She raised her head in confusion, not knowing what was wrong with her elder brother.

Gu Yifeng felt Ning’s gaze upon him and only then turned to look at her, staring for a while before saying, "Let’s go over."

Lin Youning nodded. Her aunt had called for them; naturally, they had to go.

Even if she didn’t like Gu Er, and liked Princess Yuanhua even less.

When the two of them arrived at Shi’an Garden, they hadn’t even entered when they could already hear the conversation inside, particularly Mrs. Gu Sr.’s laughter, which sounded exceptionally loud.

Lin Youning naturally understood why. Although her aunt was disappointed in Gu Er, he was still her son, and what mother wouldn’t be heartbroken knowing her son had been given a childless potion?

Now, suddenly having a child, how could this not be good news for Mrs. Gu Sr.?

When Lin Youning and the others went in, Mrs. Gu Sr. happily waved them over, "Come sit. This is truly a good thing, one good event after another in our mansion."

Before Lin Youning could pay her respects, she was already called to sit beside her aunt, and sitting on the other side was actually Princess Yuanhua. Upon seeing Lin Youning, Princess Yuanhua even smiled.

After seeing this smile, Lin Youning felt uncomfortable but couldn’t pinpoint what was wrong about it.

Mrs. Gu Sr. was already holding her hand, "Sister Ning, the Imperial Physician has already been here. Your second brother is cured, and Yuanhua is also pregnant, more than a month now. The Gu Mansion will be lively soon."

Lin Youning smiled, "This is indeed great news. Our Gu Family will only get better in the future, Aunt, you must take good care of yourself."

"You little girl, talking like this old lady doesn’t take care of herself." Mrs. Gu Sr. tapped her nose, clearly Gu Er’s recovery had made Mrs. Gu overlook past issues, "Ning, your belly is not small now. The baby inside is our mansion’s golden grandson. You must take good care of yourself, or I won’t forgive you."

Lin Youning chuckled, "Aunt, what if it’s a granddaughter? You must not stop loving me because I had a granddaughter."

Her aunt was in a good mood, so she naturally played along.

Mrs. Gu Sr. was indeed cheerful, tapping her nose again, "You little girl, fine, fine, regardless of gender, just have a few more."

"Aunt spoils me." Lin Youning just smiled.

She was originally beautiful, and being with the man she loved, naturally she appeared adorable.

Sitting below, Gu Er watched this scene and took a long time to recover, feeling a chill beside him. He looked away and met his elder brother’s gaze, coldly smiled, and lowered his head.

Ning is so good; if not for elder brother’s meddling, if Ning hadn’t betrayed him, he would be the one with Ning.

But now, saying these things is useless.

Princess Yuanhua sat beside Mrs. Gu Sr., her face with a shy smile, but the smile seemed stiff, barely holding on. Fortunately, Mrs. Gu Sr. only chatted with Sister Ning for a while and then turned to talk to He Hua beside her, advising her on how to take good care of herself.

Princess Yuanhua obediently responded, and it was the first time Lin Youning saw her so obedient. Now that Consort Zhou and the Second Prince had fallen from grace, Princess Yuanhua naturally understood that she needed to act low-key, even the Zhou Mansion wouldn’t stand for her anymore.

As Mrs. Gu Sr. was thrilled that her youngest son had a child again, she was naturally happy. After the family had lunch, they moved to the flower hall, and Mrs. Gu Sr.’s smile only then diminished, "Also send a message to Prince Xian’s Mansion and Prince Xian’s Concubine. Didn’t she always want to come over as a guest? Now that my health is better these days, let her come."

Gu Yifeng and Lin Youning just lowered their heads, drinking tea without any reaction. After all, Prince Xian’s Concubine was Mrs. Kong, Gu Er’s ex-wife, and had nothing to do with them.

Mrs. Gu Sr. was now inviting her over, also to show Mrs. Kong that Gu Er’s medicine was ineffective, and he had recovered. It was a demonstration of defiance.

Gu Er, however, was infuriated, "Why let her come to the mansion? She’s been sending things to Sister Yue all the time; it’s infuriating enough."

Princess Yuanhua, however, smiled and said, "Mother has her reasons for inviting her over. If that’s the case, let her come. I’ll also help Mother host her."

Mrs. Gu Sr.’s face showed satisfaction, "Your wife is sensible, what do you know? Now that you’re well, I want her to see that even if she’s an evil-doer, it’s useless. Heaven is watching."

Gu Er didn’t want to listen anymore and abruptly stood up, "I have things to attend to, I’ll be going back first."

Without saying more, he left brusquely.

Mrs. Gu Sr. was in a good mood today, so she didn’t mind him, just turned to look at her eldest son, "Eldest, what do you think?"

"Mother likes it, so do it as you please."

Mrs. Gu Sr. was satisfied upon hearing her son’s response.

On their way back to the East Mansion, Gu Yifeng finally spoke, "I heard that Prince Xian’s Concubine is pregnant, but Prince Xian hasn’t announced it, so no one would know. Mother is inviting her over, let her come, otherwise, she won’t be content."

Lin Youning nodded. Her aunt wanted to demonstrate this time, but Mrs. Kong was also pregnant. Her elder brother must have known this from the Hidden Guard, otherwise, he couldn’t have known.

Given Mrs. Kong’s character, being invited to the mansion would only lead to trouble for her aunt. Yet her elder brother, knowing she’s pregnant, didn’t reveal it, obviously intending for her aunt to encounter obstacles.

Lin Youning sighed internally. Her aunt might be confused now, but it’s understandable. After all, her son had suffered a significant loss. As for Mrs. Kong? Not marrying now and constantly showing up to demonstrate, it was no wonder she would act like this now.

Returning to the East Mansion, Gu Yifeng’s face never showed a smile. Lin Youning dismissed Hailan and the others, leaving just the two of them before speaking, "What’s wrong with elder brother? Why does he seem upset? He seemed unhappy this morning. Is something the matter?"

Gu Yifeng pulled her hand over, gently rubbing it in his hands, "Ning, if second brother hadn’t been given the potion, would you have married him?"

After receiving a letter from the Marquis Mansion in the morning, Gu Yifeng had been pondering this question. He knew he shouldn’t think about it, but he couldn’t help it.