call!
As soon as Mr. Gu left, the people from the first and second houses all breathed a sigh of relief.
When Mr. Gu was here, everyone held their breath.
Not to mention talking, even breathing a little louder would attract Mr. Gu's attention.
Gu Zhiming, the eldest master of the Gu clan, said to Master Gu with an apologetic look on his face, "Second brother, this is how the old man is now. Don't take what he said to heart. You'll get used to it after you see it more often."
Lord Gu frowned, picked up the wine glass and drank it in one gulp.
"Brother, I remember when I left, the old man was not like this."
Master Gu sighed, "Who knows. The older he gets, the more unreasonable he becomes. As his son, what can we do? We can only endure it. Come on, second brother, let's drink. After all these years, your family is finally back."
The atmosphere became lively again.
On the female side, everyone also breathed a sigh of relief.
Xie muttered, "The old man is too ridiculous."
At this moment, Zhang had no intention of provoking Xie.
She said to Mrs. Xie, "We've only just begun! If you stay with me for a few more days, you'll realize how many tricks the old man has. Next time he gets upset, will you come with me to the outer courtyard to mediate?"
At first glance, the two sisters-in-law seemed to have never had any conflicts. They were very affectionate and looked like a family.
Gu Jiu lowered his head and smiled with pursed lips.
As expected, anyone who has been the mistress of the house for so many years is no ordinary person. At least they all know how to maintain their reputation, and they do it very well.
Mrs. Xie smiled and said, "Since you've asked, I naturally have to agree. You've been running the household all these years, and you've worked so hard. I'll offer you a toast. In the future, if you need anything, just let me know. I'm more than happy to help you."
Zhang looked at Xie with a half-smile, "You are so thoughtful, sister-in-law. I will definitely not be shy when I need your help. Come, let's have a drink together as sisters-in-law."
The two clinked their glasses and drank, looking at each other.
There were flashes of swords and sabers in their eyes, and they fought back and forth, neither of them willing to give in.
Gu Jiu smiled. The affectionate and affectionate things were all just an illusion.
These two people always want to fight when they meet. They feel uncomfortable if they don't have a fight.
A meal that makes me feel tired.
Fortunately, I finally finished eating.
Gu Jiu was the first to say goodbye.
"Second sister, wait for me."
Gu Lin caught up with Gu Jiu.
Soon after, Gu Zhen followed.
It was still early, so Gu Zhen suggested going to Zhilan Courtyard and sitting for a while.
Gu Jiu readily agreed.
As the three sisters were talking, Gu Yue and Gu Shan caught up with them.
"Second sister, count us in. Let's all go to your place and sit together. Are you welcome?"
Gu Yue looked at Gu Jiu with a smile.
Gu Jiu nodded with a smile, "Third sister, if fourth sister doesn't mind, then let's go together."
Everyone followed Gu Jiu to Zhilan Courtyard.
Gu Lin and Gu Zhen secretly looked around Zhilan Courtyard. The legitimate children lived better than the illegitimate children.
Like the two of them, they only lived in a small courtyard with three main rooms and two side rooms, which was more than half the size of Zhilan Courtyard.
The study has been furnished.
Gu Jiu asked everyone to sit down in the study and ordered the maid to make tea.
Gu Yue looked around and saw Wang Yi standing guard at the door. She asked curiously, "Is this maid new? Why haven't I seen her before?"
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "She is a new maid, her name is Wang Yi. She was arranged by the housekeeper himself."
The words "the butler arranged it personally" stopped Gu Yue from saying anything else.
Since Gu Jiu dared to bring Wang Yi to his side, he naturally went through all the formalities, leaving no room for error.
Gu Shan said, "I remember that Second Sister used to have a very pretty maidservant, I think her name was Yan Zi. Why don't we see her now?"
As soon as Gu Shan said this, the other sisters all remembered it.
Gu Zhen said, "I also remember there was such a maid."
Gu Yue said, "That maid named Jiang Yan, my mother originally wanted to leave her to my third brother, but she was snatched away by my second sister. Second sister, where did the maid you worked so hard to get go? It seems like I haven't seen her for a long time."
Gu Jiu smiled softly and said, "Don't you know?"
"Know what?"
Gu Jiu said, "The maid named Jiang Yan originally signed a living contract. Later, she fell ill, and I was afraid she would die, so I took the opportunity to send her away. After all, she was too beautiful, and I was always worried about keeping her as a maid."
Gu Yue laughed, "So, Second Sister also has moments of worry. When I first saw Second Sister insisting on having that girl named Jiang Yan, I thought Second Sister wanted to keep her as a maid."
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "Third sister, you really think ahead. You haven't even settled your marriage yet, but you've already thought about the maidservants. I'm ashamed of myself."
Gu Yue's face changed.
Gu Jiu was mocking her, mocking her for being eager to get married.
Gu Yue gritted her teeth, "Second sister always speaks to me with sarcasm. If I had known this, I wouldn't have worried about it."
At this time, Qingzhu came in with tea.
Gu Jiu invited everyone to have tea.
It was just a small incident that was passed over like that.
Gu Lin drank her tea and said with a smile, "Second sister, I like this soft couch the most. It's so comfortable to sit on it."
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "You can ask the maid to sew a few cushions like this. They are soft and very comfortable."
Gu Shan looked up at the study and said, "I never thought that my second sister has so many books here."
Gu Jiu said, "Many of the books were borrowed from my father's study and I had to return them after reading them. Some of the books were bought for me by my brother."
"Third brother is so good to second sister." Gu Shan said with emotion.
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "Sixth brother is also very good to his two sisters."
Gu Zhen was depressed. She still resented the old man for calling her an old maid.
She sighed, "I never thought that the old man would be that kind of person."
Everyone felt the same way.
It is such a misfortune in life to have such a bastard grandfather.
Gu Shan said, "Comparatively speaking, the Northwest is quite good except for the harsh cold."
There was no noisy grandfather, no hostile aunt. The trivial conflicts in the inner courtyard were nothing.
Gu Yue frowned. "I really don't know what Grandfather is thinking. Isn't he afraid that making such a fuss will affect the careers of my great uncle and father?"
Gu Shan said, "Everyone saw that Grandfather only cared about drinking and having fun. He didn't care about the careers of my great uncle and father, let alone the future of us grandchildren."
Everyone is in a bad mood as they face their grandfather who is becoming more and more chaotic as he gets older.
Gu Zhen asked weakly, "If Grandfather continues to make such a fuss, will it affect us?"
What Gu Zhen meant by influence was naturally referring to everyone's marriage.
Gu Yue raised an eyebrow, "Who knows? The eldest wife only has one daughter, the sixth sister, and she's a concubine's daughter. I guess the eldest wife doesn't care."
Gu Zhen looked at Gu Jiu, "Second sister, what do you think?"
Gu Jiu put down his teacup, smiled, and said, "Grandfather is so unreliable, but my great uncle and father didn't grow up crooked, and they are both very promising. It's incredible."
Most people would be affected to some extent if they had a father like Mr. Gu.
Unfortunately, both Master Gu and Lord Gu grew up normally, and one was a military general and the other a civil servant. They were both capable and had relatively smooth careers.
This is truly a miracle.
Everyone looked at Gu Jiu.
Gu Shan asked, "What does Second Sister mean?"
Gu Jiu chuckled softly, "I asked the servants today. Our Gu Mansion and the neighboring Marquis Mansion were separated eighteen years ago. The reason why my uncle and father were not influenced by my grandfather and have achieved what they have today is that I think the old man and the old lady of the Marquis Mansion should be credited with it."
In the neighboring marquis's mansion, the old marquis and the old lady set a good example, letting the two brothers, Master Gu and Lord Gu, know that there are more fathers in this world than just people like Old Master Gu.
And there is also a father who is serious and responsible like the old marquis.
I guess the old marquis taught my uncle and Lord Gu a lot back then.
Gu Shan seemed to be lost in thought.
Gu Yue's eyes were filled with excitement as she thought to herself, her mother was right. She still had to rely on the neighboring Marquisate for her marriage.
The house was in such a mess that she felt embarrassed to invite anyone over.
It would be so embarrassing if a guest came to visit and the old man suddenly started making a fuss.
Gu Zhen bit her lower lip, looking conflicted and uncomfortable.
Gu Jiu comforted her, "Don't think too much, big sister. Don't take what grandpa said to heart."
Gu Zhen said, "Grandfather is right. I'm already of marriageable age, but I still haven't found a marriage. If I delay any longer, I'm afraid I'll really become an old maid."
Gu Jiu said to Gu Zhen solemnly: "Big sister, how come you become an old maid after getting married two years later? Besides, getting married later is good for your health."
After all, they were all girls, so Gu Jiu didn't go into details and didn't say anything like it was bad to have a baby at a too young age.
She gave subtle suggestions, and those who could understand would naturally understand, and those who couldn't understand would just forget it.
Instead of being comforted, Gu Zhen became even more sad.
Gu Yue looked down on her. "Big sister, why are you crying? We've just arrived in the capital. Once we've settled down and become familiar with the relationships here, mother will make plans for you. Maybe by the beginning of next spring, your lifelong event will be settled."
Gu Zhen lowered her head and whispered, "How can it be that fast?"
By the beginning of next spring, her marriage may not even be decided.
Gu Yue snorted, "Big sister, it's no use for you to overthink things. It's better to relax and eat and drink."
Gu Zhen bit her lip. Gu Yue had her wife taking care of things for her, so of course she didn't have to worry and could be so free and easy.
But she is different, she is just a concubine's daughter.
If she didn't make her presence felt in front of her wife, she would probably forget about her. How could she remember to arrange a marriage for her?
She secretly looked at Gu Shan.
She has the best relationship with Gu Shan, and she hopes Gu Shan can help her.
Gu Shan didn't say anything.
Gu Shan is young and has no say in matters of marriage.
Gu Zhen was very disappointed.
She looked at Gu Jiu, "Second sister, aren't you worried at all?"
Gu Jiu smiled softly, "I'm not in a hurry." Naturally, he was not worried.
Gu Zhen envied, "Second sister, you have such a good attitude."
"Big sister, you can learn from me and not worry about what others think."
Gu Zhen shook her head. She couldn't be as free and easy as Gu Jiu.
It can be said that she has lived under the gaze of others since she was a child. All her efforts are for the recognition and praise of others.
It is impossible to ask her not to care about what others think.
"I wonder what the Marquis's Mansion looks like. It must be more luxurious and grand than our Gu Mansion."
Gu Lin suddenly said.
Gu Yue smiled and said, "Fifth sister, you'll know when you go to the Marquis' Mansion tomorrow morning. Why are you so anxious?"
Gu Lin whispered, "I'm not in a hurry, I just said it casually."
Gu Yue raised an eyebrow and smiled, "Fifth sister, have you prepared the clothes you will wear to the Marquis' Mansion tomorrow? What gifts have you prepared for the sisters in the Marquis' Mansion?"
Gu Lin lowered her head, not daring to meet Gu Yue's gaze. She only said, "The gifts prepared for the sisters in the Marquis' Mansion are the same as the gifts for Sixth Sister. They are all purses made by me."
Gu Shan smiled and said, "Fifth sister is so thoughtful. Although the purse she made by hand is not expensive, it represents Fifth sister's thoughts."
The reason why Gu Shan spoke was to interrupt Gu Yue.
Gu Yue always spoke with sarcasm, and Gu Shan was worried for a while, because the sisters started arguing again.
Gu Shan looked at Gu Jiu again, "I don't know what gift Second Sister prepared? We didn't see the gift Second Sister gave to Sixth Sister."
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "I'll have the maid personally deliver this gift to Sixth Sister to her room."
Gu Yue asked curiously, "What kind of gift is it?"
"It's just an ordinary thing, not worth mentioning."
Gu Jiu said this casually.
Gu Yue certainly didn't believe it, "Second sister is so boring, she still wants to keep it a secret."
Gu Jiu raised his eyebrows and smiled, ignoring Gu Yue.
Gu Lin bravely asked, "Third sister, what gifts have you prepared for the sisters in the Marquis' Mansion?"
Gu Yue smiled complacently and said, "Keep it a secret."
cut!
She kept it a secret herself, yet she still had the nerve to call her second sister boring.
How shameless.
Seeing the tense atmosphere in the room, Gu Shan hurriedly said, "It's getting late. We have to go to the Marquis' Mansion early tomorrow morning. Second sister, we will take our leave first. You should also go to bed early."
"Take care, Fourth Sister. I'll take you out."
"Second sister, stop."
Gu Shan suggested leaving, and everyone realized that it was very late.
So they all stood up, said goodbye and left Zhilan Courtyard.
Qingzhu went into the house and put away the teacups and teapot.
Gu Jiu lay sideways on the soft couch, looking a little tired.
Qingmei brought a blanket and covered Gu Jiu with it.
"Girl, be careful not to catch a cold."
It is November now, and the winter in Beijing has not yet reached its coldest point.
It will be freezing cold in the twelfth lunar month, and you will shiver all over.
But even though the weather wasn't too cold, there was a brazier burning in the house to keep it warm.
Gu Jiu closed his eyes and pondered, thinking about things.
Qingmei sat on a stool, doing needlework while talking to Gu Jiu.
"Miss, what should you wear when you go to the Marquis' Mansion tomorrow morning? Should you wear something festive?"
Gu Jiu asked, "Have you asked Aunt Gui what the old lady of the Marquis' Mansion likes?"
"Madame Gui said that the old lady of the Marquisate likes to be lively. She especially likes to have girls around her to chat and have fun. Madame Gui also said that when the several concubines of the Marquisate were still married, they were very respectable in front of the old lady of the Marquisate."
Gu Jiu smiled when he heard this and said, "Wear something festive tomorrow."
The old lady likes lively atmosphere, so Gu Jiu cannot wear too plain clothes to avoid making people feel unlucky.
Qingmei muttered, "I wonder if the old man's fuss today will have any impact on the master."
Gu Jiu said, "The fact that the old man can't leave the house shouldn't affect the master's career. But the old man has his own way of finding trouble with the master and making him unhappy."
Lord Gu is in trouble!
If I had a father like this, I would probably be depressed every day.
Even the Xie family will be implicated.
Lord Gu was upset and naturally didn't want to go back home.
Since he was not at home, how could he have time to come to the backyard and perform the duties of a husband and wife with Xie?
If Lord Gu doesn't go into the backyard, Mrs. Xie will also feel upset.
If this vicious cycle continues, coupled with the provocation of Aunt Zhang, Xie will sooner or later explode.
Gu Jiu said, "I'm afraid this mansion will be very lively in the future."
Qingmei didn't understand.
Gu Jiu chuckled softly, "The wife and the aunt don't get along, and they're bound to fight sooner or later. The old man is making a fuss, and no one can rest in peace. But the ones who bear the brunt of it are still the uncle and aunt, and the father and the wife.
The four of them were the most affected. As for us, we are grandchildren after all, a generation apart. The impact on us is negligible."
Qingmei was worried and asked, "Will it really not affect the girl?"
Gu Jiu said softly: "It won't affect me."
"The girl's marriage?"
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "It's still early for my marriage, so don't worry about it."
In this day and age, getting married is inevitable.
However, Gu Jiu will try his best to postpone this time.
Marriage is so boring, with endless worries all day long.
How can it compare to the freedom I have now?
If you marry a scumbag, life is really...
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