Upon hearing that Chen Jinheng intended to draft the notice himself, Madam Lu's expression grew increasingly unpleasant, and she vehemently tried to stop him.
"You're too kind, son-in-law! I've just returned and have a lot to do, so I won't trouble you."
The Gu family has a clerk; it's just a notice.
It's just a notice?
Chen Jinheng naturally sensed the disdain in Madam Lu's words. His gentle gaze immediately turned sinister, and he coldly said,
"I'll handle this myself."
After all, Gu Qianluo's matter not only concerns the Gu family's reputation but also affects the honor of the Marquis's mansion.
“But…” Madam Lu wanted to say something more, but Chen Jinheng waved his hand slightly to stop her.
"Don't worry, Mother-in-law. With me here, no one will talk about the Gu family anymore."
Upon hearing this, Lu felt a sense of gloom.
She had originally planned that Gu Qianluo's matter would simply disappear into the long river of time after the funeral a year ago.
But Chen Jinheng is stubborn and inflexible.
Ms. Lu felt suffocated and could not even swallow the food on the table.
"Gu Qianluo, are you trying to annoy me even after you're dead? It's just a notice, let him write it."
The Lu family knew that the Marquis of Zhongyong's family was a family of meritorious officials, and that a merchant family like the Gu family could only obey.
Gu Zichen slowly stood up, bowed to Chen Jinheng, and said,
“Mother, since General Chen has such good intentions, please don’t refuse.”
Standing beside Madam Lu, Gu Zichen naturally sensed Madam Lu's displeasure.
Madam Lu always listened to her son, even though she was unwilling.
But since Gu Zichen said that, he must have his reasons.
Thinking of this, Madam Lu relaxed her furrowed brows, forced a smile, and replied,
"In that case, I'll thank you for your kindness on behalf of your father-in-law!"
Upon hearing this, Chen Jinheng nodded to Madam Lu and her son, then turned to the guests and said goodbye.
"Dear seniors and friends, my father-in-law is feeling unwell and needs to be examined by a doctor."
Please enjoy your meal. I must take my leave now!
The guests were all people who understood the bigger picture; upon hearing this, each of them called out to Chen Jinheng.
"General Chen is truly a man of great loyalty and righteousness. You can go in peace!"
"Yes! General Chen, your thoughtfulness will surely make Old Master Gu very happy."
After saying that, Chen Jinheng flicked his sleeves and walked out of the house.
"Han Ying, immediately use my invitation to summon Physician Liu. I need to take him to the Gu residence."
Upon receiving the order, Physician Liu immediately went to the Marquis of Zhongyong's residence.
"I have met General Chen! I wonder if General Chen summoned me here because he is unwell?"
"Imperial Physician Liu, the reason I summoned you here is that I hope you will come with me."
Upon hearing this, Physician Liu's eyes showed a hint of doubt.
But he didn't want to say anything more, so he could only follow Chen Jinheng's fast horse and head towards the Gu residence.
"The Gu residence!"
This was Chen Jinheng's third visit to the Gu residence; the first was for the wedding, and the second was for the bride's return visit.
When Chen Jinheng thought of the time he spent in the Gu family, he felt a pang of pain in his heart, and the image of Gu Qianluo's gentle and comforting face kept flashing through his mind.
"Luo'er! Although you are no longer here, rest assured, as long as I am here, no one can ruin your reputation."
As Chen Jinheng's strong and tall figure gradually approached the gate of the Gu residence, the guards all showed expressions of surprise.
"Greetings, General Chen! I wonder if General Chen has come to the Gu residence today on important business?"
Since the Lu family took over, they have issued an order that no one related to Gu Qianluo is allowed to set foot in the Gu family home.
If the guards let him in, it would be difficult to explain to the Lu family.
A few months ago, a man who claimed to be from Gu Qianluo's hometown came to visit the Gu residence.
This person should not have been allowed in, but the guard accepted a bribe and disobeyed the Lu family's orders, letting the person in.
When Madam Lu found out, she immediately sold the guard.
The man in front of me, Chen Jinheng, not only has a relationship with Gu Qianluo, but their relationship is extremely close.
Chen Jinheng narrowed his eyes slightly, a cold smile playing on his lips, and asked in return,
"Oh? Can't I visit unless it's something important?"
The guard noticed the anger on Chen Jinheng's face and quickly bowed and apologized.
"General Chen, you misunderstand! My master is ill, and if we hadn't made an appointment in advance, we were afraid of disturbing his rest."
In fact, the guards understood that if Chen Jinheng forced his way in, they would have no reason to stop him.
"Hehe, then you're worrying for nothing!"
"Because I came here specifically to treat your master's illness."
Upon hearing this, the guard lowered his head, embarrassed, and said...
"General Chen is so thoughtful, I will go in and inform Steward Fang immediately so that he can make the arrangements."
"ASAP!"
"Yes! I'll be right there."
Seeing that the guards in front of him still intended to stop him, Chen Jinheng's expression darkened, and he said angrily,
"What? I have already made my intentions clear. Do you still want to stop me?"
"I wouldn't dare!" The guard lowered his head and stepped aside.
"General Chen, Doctor Liu, please come with me."
When Chen Jinheng arrived at the Gu residence, Steward Fang had already sent someone to inform Gu Cixiu.
Seeing that he had walked to the main hall of the main courtyard, they simply led him to a side room.
As soon as Chen Jinheng stepped into the room, a strong aroma of medicinal cuisine wafted towards him.
He slowly walked behind the screen, and when he saw Gu Cixiu's old and haggard face, Chen Jinheng's heart sank.
"General Chen! Congratulations on your great victory!"
As soon as Gu Cixiu noticed someone approaching at the door, he was about to get up and greet them personally.
Unfortunately, due to the poisoning, his legs were not as strong as usual, and he could only slowly move his feet toward Chen Jinheng.
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