Gu Er lifted his head and glanced at her, saying nothing, then he lowered his head again to look at the medicine in his hand.

Princess Yuanhua, however, was infuriated by his actions. "Gu Er, what do you mean by this? Do you really think I am that kind of person? How can you treat me like this? What are you thinking? You believe whatever outsiders say; have you ever thought about how much it hurts me? We’ve been together for so long, have you never considered me as your woman? Or do you really like that woman who doesn’t even spare you a glance?"

"Why aren’t you speaking? Speak up, if you tell the truth now, I will turn around and leave. I won’t entangle with you here." Princess Yuanhua’s eyes reddened. "Being with you, I admit you sometimes find me overbearing, but I have been changing, even becoming so humble for you now, yet it has come to this, I think I have nothing more to say."

Gu Er finally raised his head, "What exactly do you want? I just want to let my brother see that he is wrong, and only this way can prove it, after all, it’s because I took this medicine that you became pregnant, so don’t overthink it, I’m not targeting you. Now that you’re pregnant, you should take care of your health instead of always thinking about such nonsensical things."

"Don’t say things like that." Princess Yuanhua interrupted him angrily, "You know how I treat you, how could I be with someone else, and now you’re bringing this medicine over, clearly showing you don’t trust me."

"Enough, can’t you stop making a fuss?" Gu Er stood up, annoyed, "I don’t want to say much to you, these days when you’re free, visit the Marquis Mansion more often, and help ease Mother’s anger; when our mansion has good news to report, Mother won’t believe Mrs. Kong’s words anymore."

Princess Yuanhua seemed not to hear him, staring blankly as Gu Er walked away briskly.

Gu Chaoxuan had visited the second house, and soon after, Gu Yifeng from the East Mansion heard about it. After hearing the news, Gu Yifeng just nodded. Lin Youning knew that the big brother had gone over there, and when he returned, his complexion had not been good; Lin Youning hadn’t dared to ask before, but seeing him sitting there deep in thought, she tentatively opened her mouth to inquire quietly.

"Did something happen over there again?"

Upon hearing her voice, Gu Yifeng raised his head, then smiled and gently stroked her head, "Don’t overthink, there’s nothing over there. Princess Yuanhua went to the Zhou Mansion, though she didn’t persuade them, and our Second Brother isn’t exactly on the right path, those two being together and not causing trouble would be strange, and with Mrs. Kong watching by, one can never feel reassured."

Lin Youning nodded, "Big brother’s worry is indeed justified, but we can’t always keep an eye on them, so let Li Si and the others watch, big brother shouldn’t dwell on these matters. Second brother’s discontent is merely because I’m doing well now; if I weren’t, he wouldn’t behave like this, so just let him make his fuss."

It’s not that Lin Youning overestimated him; given Gu Er’s demeanor, there’s nothing he can stir up; it’s not that she looks down on him.

In her past life, Gu Er didn’t achieve much, but at least he didn’t make the Gu Family despise him, which allowed him to live carefree. In this life, given Gu Er’s manner, he wouldn’t have any grand achievements anymore. Big brother worries, but Lin Youning does not; yet, she couldn’t say much, so she let it be.

Gu Yigang saw her suddenly lower her head in silence, thinking she was worried about him, so he smiled and tapped her nose, "Alright, don’t worry, nothing’s happening on my end. You should focus your whole mind on the baby now, with the New Year approaching, and the Prince Mansion too; I’ll discuss with Mother for us to celebrate at home during the day and head there in the evening. How would you like that? After the New Year, you should settle down in the mansion and wait peacefully for the delivery."

Lin Youning looked up surprised, "Isn’t this against the rules?"

Spending New Year’s with family is naturally good news, but Lin Youning had never thought this could happen. Now that big brother had arranged it, she was delighted at heart.

Gu Yifeng laughed and embraced her, "What counts as the rule now is up to you." 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

Lin Youning couldn’t help but giggle at his words. The two chatted for a while before getting up and heading to the Marquis Mansion, where Mrs. Gu Sr. still couldn’t move at all. The Imperial Physician had already visited and administered acupuncture, only advising proper medication and therapy, with no guarantee about how well she would recover, which depends on her own fortune.

This news had been anticipated by them, so Gu Yifeng wasn’t too responsive, but Lin Youning was a bit worried. Though the Imperial Physician didn’t say it directly, she could tell he was subtly hinting without going into detail.

After seeing the Imperial Physician off, Lin Youning called Nanny Chi over, "How is Aunt here?"

Lin Youning noticed Sister Hui looked a bit tired, walked over and took her hand, "You’ve had a hard night, go rest first, it’s important to take care of your health."

Sister Hui nodded.

Nanny Chi, watching Sister Hui leave, then stepped forward to reply, "Miss, rest assured, the Old Madam only made some fuss the first day; today she’s been calm. Yet, concerning Sister Hui and Sister Ran’s marriages, perhaps Miss needs to discuss them now."

Lin Youning then remembered and smiled bitterly, "Thank you for the reminder, nanny. I’m aware of this; if Aunt is well, I would be relieved."

Nanny Chi saw the Marquis wasn’t around, and then whispered, "Sister Jian is still on the estate; Miss should consider finding a match for her too. The girls in the mansion are growing up; this can’t be delayed. Also, for Sister Yue in the second house, with Mrs. Gu Sr. now acknowledging Second Young Master again, mansion matters can’t be ignored. There’s a fear Mrs. Kong might make a fuss over Brother De and Sister Yue, so Miss should make plans early."

Nanny Chi truly cares for Sister Ning, or else she wouldn’t speak so earnestly.

Lin Youning’s nose felt sore, "Originally, it should have been Aunt handling these matters, but now it’s become like this."

"Miss mustn’t dwell on it; people have their own fates. If Mrs. Gu Sr. could speak, she wouldn’t want Miss feeling troubled for her sake." Nanny Chi wiped tears from her eyes with her sleeve and continued, "Mrs. Gu Sr. worried so much for Second Young Master, and now, realizing the mistake, it’s too late."

Lin Youning’s eyes reddened hearing Nanny Chi’s words, and Nanny Chi quickly comforted her, persuading for quite a while before Lin Youning managed to steady her emotions. Just then, Princess Yuanhua entered the room, her face looking unwell.