Soon the maids led a few children in. Gu Yunjiao first instructed Ruru, "Your father is home, and he misses you dearly. Go quickly to see him."

Then she advised Qi Er and You Er, "Go back and play well with your grandfather. I’ll return after having lunch."

The children nodded obediently, bowed to Gu Yunjiao, and left.

Mrs. Liu moved a few steps, and then sat down.

At this moment, Yingzi also came in. With the children gone, she found it boring to be outside alone.

Young Master Zhang followed her in, his eyes on his mother.

Mrs. Liu was incredibly anxious, full of words to say to Young Master Zhang. Without any hesitation, she quickly pulled him outside and told him about Yingzi’s family background and the conversation between the maid and Gu Yunjiao just now.

Young Master Zhang was astounded, "Mother, did you really hear them mention the Duke?"

Mrs. Liu said, "I am not that old yet, I can still hear such things clearly."

Young Master Zhang pondered for a long time but could not understand the connection between Mrs. Chen and Gu Yunjiao.

But regardless, Mrs. Chen had previously mentioned that she was a relative of Gu Yunjiao!

This means that as long as he marries the third girl, he will become a relative of the Duke Mansion.

He was aware of some matters in the court; the Duke’s son is the current Prime Minister. 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

To connect with the Duke and the Prime Minister meant a promising future was within sight!

The third girl’s plain appearance was nothing; he would marry her even if she were a yaksha!

Young Master Zhang grabbed his mother’s hand tightly, "Mother, this marriage must happen."

"The future of our entire family relies on this."

Mrs. Liu smiled bitterly, "But just now, I had already inquired about that girl in the green coat from Sister Chen."

"And, I also said words of refusal."

Young Master Zhang stomped his foot, "Mother, how could you! Ah!"

Mrs. Liu felt wronged, wasn’t it you who pressured me just now!

Young Master Zhang said, "Mother, let’s go in now."

"Didn’t you prepare a hairpin? You put it on the girl, which shows our attitude."

Mrs. Liu hesitated for a moment, "Alright!"

The mother and son entered the room. Gu Yunjiao glanced at them casually, sipping her tea without speaking.

Mrs. Chen’s expression was also indifferent.

Mrs. Liu smiled apologetically, took a white jade hairpin from her sleeve, and said with a smile, "I think Miss Jiang matches this hairpin well, let me put it on for you."

The third girl stood up in response and curtsied to Mrs. Liu, "Madam’s kindness is something this young lady cannot bear."

Mrs. Liu stood awkwardly with the hairpin in hand.

Gu Yunjiao finally spoke to Mrs. Liu, "Mrs. Liu, it’s time for the vegetarian meal. If you are busy, we won’t keep you any longer."

"Cai Ping, see the guest out."

Mrs. Liu’s face turned red. Just as she was about to say something, she saw Young Master Zhang walk up to the third girl and bow deeply, "Miss Jiang, my apologies."

"Just now, my mother misunderstood my intentions and said some foolish things. Actually, when I saw you, at first sight, I—"

The third girl’s expression was calm; she waved her hand to interrupt him, "Young Master Zhang, there’s no need to say more." Saying this, she turned and walked to Gu Yunjiao’s side.

Cai Ping approached Young Master Zhang and said, "Young Master Zhang, please—"

Young Master Zhang dared not act recklessly any further. If he hadn’t misunderstood earlier, then Doctor Gu would be the Prime Minister’s wife; how could he dare to do anything?

He quickly left with Mrs. Liu and two of his aunts.

Only Yingzi remained inside, knowing nothing, staring blankly, and after a moment, asked, "Third Sister, didn’t you take a fancy to this Young Master Zhang?"

Gu Yunjiao smiled, "He’s not worthy of the third girl."

She patted the third girl’s hand, "No rush, we’ll take our time to find someone."