Like a relay race, everyone took turns speaking, and somehow they managed to plan out everything that would happen to Gu Qingqing for the next three to five years.
Finally, they looked at each other, both somewhat incredulous.
Will these methods work?
"It should be alright, none of them are too difficult."
Jiayin smiled and made the final decision, praising, "The sisters are really amazing. This arrangement is definitely correct. Now all that's left is to carry it out."
"It would be best if Sister Gu could find a capable and well-mannered nanny to accompany you. If there's anything you're not comfortable saying, let the nanny say it."
"Your in-laws are too proud to really break off relations, so in the end they'll be at your mercy."
"You'd better harden your heart and always remember that no one and nothing is more important than yourself!"
Gu Qingqing's eyes welled up with tears again, and she nodded vigorously.
"I will definitely treat myself better from now on. After all, my in-laws are so greedy and mean, and I have no family to rely on. I can only rely on myself!"
The crowd felt a pang of sadness upon hearing this and quickly offered a few words of comfort.
Baozhu arranged for the maids and servants to fetch water again for Gu Qingqing to wash up, and changed the banquet, inviting everyone to continue eating and drinking.
Gu Qingqing was several years older than Baozhu, and she felt ashamed as she picked up her wine glass and offered a toast to Baozhu.
"Baozhu, I'm so sorry to have ruined your birthday banquet. I was really heartbroken and couldn't help myself."
"My sister has a set of pearl jewelry in her dowry, it's very exquisite, I'll send it to you as an apology another day. Please don't blame your sister, okay?"
Baozhu is the kindest person; she shed quite a few tears just now, so how could she possibly blame Gu Qingqing now?
She stepped forward and hugged Gu Qingqing, saying sweetly, "Sister Gu, I hope you live a good life. After you have your baby, we'll get together again to play cards and stick notes on each other."
Gu Qingqing held the chubby little girl and couldn't help but shed tears again.
She and Baozhu had only met a few times, yet Baozhu still felt so sorry for her.
Why can't her family members do the same?
Perhaps because they had resolved a major issue, everyone had learned a lot and felt a sense of instant growth.
After that, instead of drinking much, the group started having heart-to-heart talks.
Expose all the unpleasant things in life, regardless of whether they can be resolved; it just makes you feel much lighter.
When it was time to say goodbye, everyone hugged each other, reluctant to part.
Jiayin and Gu Qingqing had made an appointment for her to go to Suijintan tomorrow, where Doctor Zhang would naturally examine her pulse and prescribe medicine.
Gu Qingqing was completely relieved and got into her own carriage.
As soon as I got out of the car, I saw my aunt standing at the second gate, looking around. She was clearly very worried about me.
She quickly stepped forward and whispered, "Auntie, why did you come out..."
Dean Gu observed her expression; the sorrow in her eyes seemed to have mostly dissipated. He breathed a sigh of relief and replied, "It seems that asking you to go over today was the right thing to do."
Gu Qingqing was stunned for a moment, then hugged her aunt tightly.
Fortunately, there was still someone in this family who loved her...
Since Jiayin couldn't return to Suijintan, she went to Baiyunjian and sent someone back to deliver a message, also to bring two boxes of Zhang Shenyi's favorite snacks.
The best way to soothe the elderly and young children is to coax them.
If Doctor Zhang is pleased, he will agree to anything.
Of course, the third princess also prepared two boxes of pastries for herself without any hesitation.
As luck would have it, they ran into Lu Zong as they were leaving.
The third princess exclaimed excitedly, "Brother Lu, what brings you here?"
Lu Zong was also surprised and replied, "I was passing by and thought I'd buy two boxes of snacks to tide me over while I'm studying tonight."
The Third Princess blushed slightly and glanced at Jiayin.
Jiayin understood immediately and said, "Why don't you go upstairs and sit for a while? I'm going to the backyard to talk to Chen Xi about something."
After saying that, she smiled and nodded to Lu Zong, then went to the backyard.
Chen Xi was complaining to his apprentices, "Our boss is getting busier and busier. Every time he comes over, he's in a hurry."
"I haven't even let my master taste the new dish I've come up with yet! What should I do? I can't just send it directly to the palace, can I?"
Jiayin overheard this and laughed, "What good thing have you come up with? Now that you have time, hurry up and bring it over so I can try it."
"Oh, boss, you're back again!" Chen was overjoyed and called out to his apprentices to help him quickly.
Shuiyun found a clean chair, Shuiling poured tea, and Jiayin had only taken a few sips when Chenxi presented his new product.
The white porcelain cup contained brown soup, which was faintly steaming and had a burnt aroma, but was mostly bitter.
Jiayin was genuinely delighted and exclaimed, "Master Chen is amazing! He actually figured out how to make coffee!"
Chen was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly, "Master, please try it. I roasted ten plates of coffee beans that the fourth young master brought back, according to the heat level. After grinding them into powder, I picked the best-tasting one, poured hot water over it, added half a cup of milk, and a little bit of powdered sugar."
"This tastes much better; it's smooth and fragrant, and we all like it."
"I've also tried not adding milk and powdered sugar, but it's just too bitter, I can't stand it!"
Jiayin took a sip from the cup, and it was just as Chen Xi had said.
Although it wasn't as professional as the coffee shops in her previous life, it was far better than what she could figure out at home.
"Not bad, delicious." Jiayin gave her affirmation without reservation, and said with a smile, "The fourth young master didn't bring back many coffee beans. The family is trying to grow them, but we don't know if it will be successful. Therefore, this coffee is priced a bit higher."
"This cup costs five hundred coins. If you add two small cakes, it'll be even better to sell it as a set meal."
"Remember, if any guests want to try it, be sure to remind them in advance. Coffee is a stimulant; one cup is equivalent to a pot of strong tea. It's best not to drink it at night, otherwise you won't be able to sleep."
Chen Xi hesitated for a moment and asked in a low voice, "Master, if we say that, the guests might not dare to drink. Do you think we should... keep it a secret?"
"You idiot!" Manager Peng came in from outside and overheard the conversation. He laughed and scolded, "People are all like that, they're so stubborn. The more you tell them not to drink it, the more determined they are to try it. If you want to sell coffee well, you have to say it like that!"
"Oh, really?" Chen Xi scratched the back of his head. He was good at making snacks and food, but when it came to controlling people's hearts, he was still no good.
Manager Peng had gained even more weight than before. He wiped the beads of sweat from his forehead, stepped forward, bowed, and said to Jiayin with a smile, "Boss, you've come all this way, would you like to check the recent accounts?"
Jiayin glanced at the sun outside and said, "Take all the account books with me. I'll look at them when I get back to the palace."
Peng Chuan quickly agreed, not only taking the ledger but also packing an extra box of various candies, which made Shui Ling beam with joy.
Jiayin ordered two cups of coffee with extra sugar and milk, and took them to the private room in front to find the Third Princess and Lu Zong.
As soon as he reached the door, he heard the Third Princess say from inside, "Brother Lu, marriage is extremely important for a woman. If she marries poorly, her whole life will be ruined!"
"If I marry you in the future, can you promise to treat me well for the rest of your life, to love only me for the rest of your life, and to never make me sad?"
Jiayin blinked twice, somewhat regretting coming at this time.
There's no way to advance or retreat.
How embarrassing!
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