Qin Yuan didn't explain, but smiled and said, "I know what I'm doing. This thing is valuable, but I'm afraid it will become even more valuable in the future, and it will be hard to come by even if it's worth a fortune."
Cuiming and Hongye couldn't say anything either, they could only listen.
The next day, Qin Yuan went to the main room early to pay her respects. This time, Madam Gu arrived a little late, with puffy eyelids, a sallow complexion, and a listless expression, as if she hadn't slept well all night.
Even if you just go over the accounts with the supervising mothers, it wouldn't be this bad.
The two were not familiar with each other, so Qin Yuan didn't ask too many questions. She simply said, "Sixth sister-in-law, you worked hard yesterday."
Madam Gu roused herself and said, "I finished reconciling the accounts with the stewardesses last night. Seeing that it was too late, I didn't ask them to bother you anymore. They should all be looking for you at Wutong Garden this morning."
I must say, Madam Gu is quite thoughtful in her actions.
Qin Yuan praised, "Sixth sister-in-law is so thoughtful in everything she does. I still have a lot to learn from her."
"I'm not afraid of being laughed at by Third Sister-in-law," Madam Gu said sincerely, "I learned all of this from the Old Madam."
“Before my third sister-in-law came, there were only my mother-in-law and I in the mansion. My third brother had been in the north for many years, and I didn’t know when he would be able to come back to get married and have children. The old lady taught me how to manage the household step by step. After many years of stumbling and struggling, I have slowly figured out the tricks of the trade.”
The implication was that being a housekeeper was no easy task, and she was so young, with much to learn.
Madam Gu Liu continued, "In the past, the old lady longed for her third uncle to return to the capital. When her third brother returned victorious, she longed for him to get married. Now that her third sister-in-law has arrived, the old lady is probably longing to hold her grandson."
This is telling her that having a husband and children is the most important thing, and managing the household is a matter for later.
Qin Yuan simply lowered her head, smiled, and remained silent.
For a newlywed, this reaction is perfectly natural.
Madam Gu helped Qiuju out and said with a smile, "You two came early today, what were you talking about just now?"
The two quickly greeted each other and then sat down in order.
Madam Gu said, "I was just talking to Third Sister-in-law about the housekeepers. It reminded me of when I was learning to manage the household from my mother. I made a lot of mistakes and suffered a lot. Now I'm only barely managing to take on the responsibility."
Madam Gu was touched and nodded: "It's all thanks to you that this old woman has been able to enjoy such a happy life for so many years."
Madam Gu added, "My daughter-in-law also said that Mother used to look forward to the Marquis's return and his marriage, and now she is looking forward to the Marquis having an heir soon."
Qin Yuan's eyelids twitched slightly.
This tactic of cutting off the enemy's supply line is indeed brutal and direct, but it is also particularly effective.
Sixth Master Gu is one year younger than Gu Jinghui; the two older ones have already gone to study at the Imperial Academy.
How could the old lady not be anxious?
As long as the old lady urges her to have a child, she will not support her in managing the household.
Qin Yuan doesn't want to consummate the marriage now, nor is she in a hurry to have children, but she can't say this out loud.
Sure enough, Madam Gu looked at Qin Yuan with more eagerness and said with a smile, "I think Yuan'er has the appearance of being a mother of sons. However, having children and grandchildren is all about fate, and we can't rush it."
My son and daughter-in-law haven't consummated their marriage yet, and there's nothing I can do about it.
Madam Gu could only curse her good-for-nothing son in her heart. If they had consummated their marriage on their wedding night, he would probably already be pregnant.
Qin Yuan lowered her head, feigning shyness, and fiddled with the handkerchief in her hand, saying, "Why are you saying these things, Mother and Sister-in-law? It's embarrassing. The Marquis is in good health. I had his pulse checked before I got married. If our descendants are destined to be together, they will come sooner or later."
She was determined to secure the management of the central government first, and then think about other things.
In her previous life, Gu Jinghui did not have any children, and for some unknown reason, if she had waited to have a child with Gu Jinghui before taking over the family business, she might never have had that hope.
Madam Gu laughed heartily and said, "Alright, alright, if you're shy, we won't say anything more."
Madam Gu had been pondering this all night, but she never expected the old lady to have this attitude.
She really couldn't quite grasp the old lady's pulse.
She could only manage a weak smile and said, "Mother is right, there's plenty of time in the future."
The three chatted for a while, and Qin Yuan said, "Yuan'er is going to the shop to check the accounts today. If Mother wants anything to eat or play with, just tell Yuan'er, and Yuan'er will run errands for Mother and show her filial piety."
Madam Gu smiled and said, "It would be good for you to go and check the accounts of the dowry shops to practice your skills. Those shopkeepers are all older than you, and it will take a lot of effort for you to keep them in check. So don't bother buying things for your mother."
According to Rong Momo, her son is very fond of Qin Yuan and protects her in every way, which makes Old Madam Gu even more fond of Qin Yuan.
The young couple is very loving, so having a child is just a matter of time.
Madam Gu's teeth ached from looking at it.
Madam Gu added, "When you come back, have someone buy some hibiscus cakes from Meixiangzhai. The Marquis loved to eat them when he was a child."
Qin Yuan agreed.
The two sisters-in-law came out of the main room together. Madam Gu asked with a smile, "Why aren't you with the Marquis, Third Sister-in-law? The Marquis has been holed up in the Wutong Garden these days, but you're going out. I heard that the Marquis is going to stay at the camp outside the city for a while. Is that true?"
Qin Yuan said, "Men should be busy with their own things, and I shouldn't bother him, lest the Marquis think I'm clingy."
Madam Gu couldn't help but laugh and said, "With such beauty as my sister-in-law, if the Marquis still finds her clingy, then he truly doesn't know how lucky he is."
Her words were full of flirtation, but Qin Yuan didn't respond. She just lowered her head shyly and said with a smile, "I'm afraid the stewardesses are going to Wutong Garden. I'll go back first."
Watching Qin Yuan's graceful figure disappear behind the green trees, Madam Gu Liu turned her gaze away and said to her personal maid, "She's really difficult to deal with; we can't find out anything from her."
The personal nanny nodded: "At such a young age, she speaks with perfect tact."
Madam Gu paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Judging from her figure, she seems to be a young woman. Although we can't find out anything about Wutong Garden, Fengxuan Pavilion is like a sieve. I heard that Madam Zhao has been so anxious and upset that she fell ill these past two days. Isn't that a coincidence?"
The personal maid sneered, "That woman is obsessed with currying favor with the Marquis. She's been making a scene for so long, but the Marquis's wife has been so shrewd that she won't even let her touch the hem of his clothes. I'm afraid she's out of options now."
"Then let's help her think of a solution."
The personal nanny hesitated, as if she wanted to say something but then stopped herself.
Madam Gu said, "Are you trying to persuade me again?"
"This old servant knows the difficulties of the lady, but I have heard that Gu Shiliu has been asking around the mansion recently about who is spreading rumors."
"Then we should let that guy surnamed Zhao cause even more trouble."
Madam Gu sneered, "You can't blame me for this. She's a newlywed, and instead of learning how to serve her husband and mother-in-law, she's only interested in competing with me for control of the household. I won't hand it over easily."
"Yesterday, Sixth Master came back from drinking and carousing somewhere and ran into Gu Cheng. After being flattered a few times, he asked me to arrange a job for him. I agreed a little, and then he went to Aunt Zheng's place. If I relinquish my power, will I still have a good life in the future?"
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