Chapter 414 Differences

Otherwise, how could her daughter, who never contradicted her before, have done something so contrary to her now?

"It seems that my second uncle still doesn't understand. That's true. If my second uncle were a wise man, he wouldn't have caused this mess today."

Gu Renjie rarely spoke up. There were some things that others might not have the right to say, but Gu Renjie felt he had the right to comment on Second Master Gu's behavior.

Gu Jin glanced at his younger brother and then at his son, before stepping forward and clasping his hands in a fist salute to the clan elders. "Uncles and elders, please forgive my rudeness today. But since the matter of dividing the family has been brought up, let's not say anything more and begin!"

As Gu Jin spoke, he immediately had a box brought up. What was inside was unknown to others, but the elders of the clan naturally knew.

"In that case, let's begin. According to the Gu family's rules, when a son of a concubine divides the family property, the Marquis's mansion will provide a residence in the capital. I wonder if the old lady intends to allocate the mansion she has provided?"

When the old lady was asked, she was about to say that the amount should be given to the second master Gu according to the proportion of the legitimate son, but Gu Shuyan interrupted her first.

"Uncles, I know it's inappropriate for Shuyan to interrupt you like this, but I really have something I have to say."

Gu Shuyan bowed to everyone before glancing at Gu Yuxin and Gu Yuhe. "Shuer has something she wants to ask her second uncle and aunt for their opinions."

As Gu Shuyan spoke, her gaze shifted to the faces of Second Master Gu and He Yin. He Yin, who was still processing what had happened, was momentarily stunned when Gu Shuyan called her name, and didn't realize that her aunt was talking about her.

"explain."

Master Gu's tone was not good. Now that things had turned out this way, he was powerless to do anything about it, so he naturally had to do whatever the other party said.

Gu Shuyan didn't seem to care about Second Master Gu's attitude. She simply stepped forward and pulled Gu Yuxin and Gu Yuhe to her side. "Yuxin and Yuhe have been raised by Grandmother for so long, and their relationship is quite good. If Second Uncle and Second Aunt agree to let Yuxin and Yuhe be raised by the eldest son's family and not interfere with their marriage, then the division of the family property will continue to be allocated to Second Uncle according to the share of the legitimate sons. Furthermore, while Grandmother is still alive, the second son's family can still live in the Marquis's mansion, and their living expenses will still be covered by the Marquis's mansion. How about that?"

Gu Shuyan's words were an olive branch extended; whether or not the couple accepted it was entirely up to them.

Gu Yuxin and Gu Yuhe looked at Gu Shuyan in disbelief. Their older sister had always taken good care of them, and they never expected that even now, after things had turned out this way, she would still be thinking of them.

"Big sister."

Gu Yuxin was about to say something when Gu Shuyan raised her hand to stop her.

"Second Uncle and Second Aunt, you'd better think this through. The separation of the family property between the legitimate son and the illegitimate son is completely different."

Gu Shuyan's eyes curved into a charming smile, and her gaze finally settled on He Yin's face.

Although He Yin has only been a member of the family for a short time, as the future mistress of the second wife, she naturally has a lot to consider.

She doesn't have children yet, and Second Master Gu has suddenly changed from a legitimate son to an illegitimate son. Even though the He family isn't a large family, He Yin still knows the difference between a legitimate son and an illegitimate son.

Raising two daughters naturally requires money, and although the family may benefit from it in the future, who knows what kind of family they will marry into?

After some deliberation, He Yin's eyes gradually cleared, and she subtly tugged at the still-thinking Master Gu.

Master Gu naturally knew what she meant by this action. He looked up at his two daughters who were looking at Gu Shuyan with tears of gratitude, and then thought about how the two of them had not spoken up for him and sided with the eldest son's family. Having such a daughter would only cause him trouble.

"Do you keep your word?"

Master Gu looked up at Gu Shuyan, but his gaze eventually fell on the old lady and Gu Jin.

Ultimately, the decision rests with those two. In their view, although Gu Shuyan is highly regarded, she is not capable of making decisions for everyone in such an important matter.

To Gu Erye's surprise, Gu Jin said directly, "Since it's Shu'er's wish, then it's a promise. As long as you agree, you won't need to contribute to Yuxin and Yuhe's dowry; the eldest son's family will prepare it all."

Gu Jin's words immediately made the still hesitant Second Master Gu decide. After all, the dowry for marrying off a daughter is quite substantial. If he doesn't have to pay for it himself, he can get a larger share of the property. Why not?

"Alright, with your words, Big Brother, I can entrust Yuxin and Yuhe to you with peace of mind."

Master Gu was acting innocent after getting a good deal, which made those who already looked down on him even more contemptuous of him.

Even Gu Yuxin and Gu Yuhe felt that having such a father, they really didn't know what they owed him in their past lives.

People live for their reputation, just as trees live for their bark. To lose all sense of shame is truly unbearable.

"If that's the case, let's start over!"

As she spoke, Gu Shuyan pulled the two of them back to stand aside.

"Big sister, thank you so much. I have no way to repay you. I will do anything to repay you in the future."

Gu Yuxin looked at Gu Shuyan with eyes full of gratitude, and Gu Yuhe's eyes reddened when she saw this. She was about to shed tears, but she held them back.

From childhood to adulthood, the two sisters had never received such treatment. Although their father treated them fairly well, it was still far less than what they received from their brother. But since their older sister was born, their lives have become better and better, as if they had entered paradise.

"Silly girl, what are you talking about being a slave to me? Just being well is the best way to repay me."

Gu Shuyan wasn't doing this out of gratitude; she simply thought they were good people and didn't want that fool, Second Master Gu, to cause them trouble.

"Yes, I'll listen to whatever you say, big sister."

The two agreed and stood quietly to the side.

The division of the family property lasted for a long time before it finally ended. Naturally, the Marquis's mansion had to give the clansmen a proper welcome before sending everyone back home.

It was already night when Gu Shuyan arrived at the courtyard. After washing up, she was about to go to sleep when she heard a noise and saw a figure slowly walk in.

"who?"

Gu Shuyan recognized Yun Yichen's footsteps, and when she heard that the voice was not Yun Yichen's, she immediately realized it.

"This little girl has sharp ears; she can hear even such a small sound. It's a real shame she's not learning martial arts."

A mocking voice came from behind her, and Gu Shuyan turned around to look. The person's figure seemed somewhat familiar.

"Xu Yunzhi?"

Gu Shuyan called out tentatively, and Xu Yunzhi immediately smiled.

"I didn't expect the little girl to know me so well; she could recognize me even like this."

Xu Yunzhi's words were somewhat teasing. Gu Shuyan frowned upon hearing this and sat up abruptly from the bed. "What does Young Master Xu mean by this? Coming to someone's private quarters in the middle of the night is not the behavior of a gentleman."