If it were the main house, it would be fine, since the old lady is old and has managed it for many years. But Qin Yuan has only been here for a few days and she's already managed it like this.

Madam Gu frowned deeply.

None of the methods used to deal with the bride worked when Qin Yuan was around.

"Useless, all of them are useless. Even the one surnamed Zhao is useless. He didn't stir up any trouble at all."

Upstairs.

Old Madam Gu held Qin Yuan's hand and asked, "Good child, how is Hui-ge'er?"

Qin Yuan smiled and said, "Lord Marquis has been sleeping to rest and recuperate. I sprained my ankle yesterday and consulted Dr. Li from Renhetang. He gave me some ointment, which is very effective. I guarantee that Lord Marquis will be back to normal after three to five days of rest."

"Sigh..." Old Madam Gu sighed, gently stroking Qin Yuan's small hand, and said, "I know my son. He only got married at this age, not just because of the war and he couldn't get away. He's just like his father, clueless. You're doing him a disservice by marrying him."

Qin Yuan was startled and wanted to speak, but Old Madam Gu stopped her and said, "He doesn't understand the affairs of the inner quarters. He thinks it's the same as in the army. He's too simplistic. We women have to live in this square courtyard all our lives. It's not easy to live comfortably, have filial children, and have a harmonious marriage."

After all that buildup, the old lady finally got to the point.

"If he says something like he'll give that woman surnamed Zhao an empty title to shut up the rumors so she can raise her child in peace, don't agree just for the sake of a reputation for being virtuous. Just push him over to this old woman. This old woman's words are clear: anyone can come in, except that woman."