My Sister Insisted on Swapping Marriages, and I Became a Marchioness Instead-Chapter 164: Mother Wants a Grandchild

Qin Yuan said, "I’m just guessing, but if it’s true, wouldn’t that be troublesome."

If there’s something wrong with Doctor Liu, then eradicating the smallpox in the mansion will be difficult.

Moreover, if he’s acting in such a way, who instructed him to do so?

Gu Jinghui immediately said, "If Yuan’er says there’s something wrong with Doctor Liu, then there must be something wrong. I’ll have someone keep a close eye on him."

He had previously stationed people outside the mansion who were ready to follow orders at any time, so to get anything done, it only required sending out a message.

Moreover, the mansion still had guards that could be used.

Previously, due to precautions against smallpox, they didn’t move around much.

Keeping an eye on Doctor Liu wasn’t a big task; they could just take turns watching him.

Qin Yuan continued, "I want to send a message to Doctor Li at Renhe Hall; if he can come, that would be ideal."

Gu Jinghui pondered, "Would he... be willing?"

Smallpox is not something trivial.

Otherwise, he wouldn’t have valued Doctor Liu so much. Without this issue, once the mansion opened, he would have treated Doctor Liu as a close brother.

Qin Yuan said, "How will we know if we don’t try? Besides, with a generous reward, there will certainly be brave people. Doctor Li has excellent medical skills and a compassionate heart."

Gu Jinghui thought for a moment and said, "Alright, as long as he’s willing to come risking his life, regardless of the result, I will give him a thousand taels of silver."

Hong Ye glanced at Marquis Gu in surprise.

One had to admit, Marquis Gu was indeed decisive and generous in his actions.

Qin Yuan smiled, "With your words, my confidence has increased."

She took out the letter she had written, added a few more lines, let it dry, and handed it to Gu Jinghui, saying, "Husband, find someone to send this letter to Renhe Hall. Since our Marquis Mansion is sealed, others can only enter but not leave. If he’s willing to come, no one can say anything."

Gu Jinghui said, "Okay, my lady, just wait for the good news."

Qin Yuan and Gu Jinghui had a meal together, and after the meal, news came from Doctor Li’s side saying that he needed to prepare some medicine and would come once everything was ready.

Upon hearing this, Gu Jinghui was overjoyed and said, "This is great. With him here, regardless of Doctor Liu’s intentions, he will have to restrain himself."

Gu Shiba was outside with people, ready to execute his tasks.

Gu Shiliu had nothing to do, so he stayed by his side, and Marquis Gu instructed him to take people to keep an eye on Doctor Liu.

Gu Jinghui asked again, "Is there anything else you wish to arrange, my lady?"

Qin Yuan said, "I heard from Xiao Hong that Brother Cheng and Sister Yu are restless in the main room. Doctor Liu repeatedly insisted on taking the peaceful pulse for mother and them, stating that women’s and children’s bodies are weak and require more frequent precautions. I haven’t been to the main room much these days. The two of them are young and know that this smallpox is related to Lady Zhao, so they can’t help but overthink and ask Xiao Hong if they catch the smallpox, would they be abandoned and left to fend for themselves. Mother has explained, but it didn’t help. How do you think we should comfort them?"

At the mention of the two children, Gu Jinghui’s smile disappeared.

These days, he also realized that had he not listened to Qin Yuan regarding this matter, and concealed it as usual for the sake of the two children, who knows what the Marquis Mansion would become, or what the Capital City might turn into.

The people he left outside were still looking for Xu Zhen and Mrs. Zhao and were also observing the situation of smallpox in the Capital City.

Up to now, they hadn’t been found.

Fortunately, the Capital City seems to have no sign of smallpox spreading.

In his relief, he somewhat didn’t want to face those two children.

Now that the matter had been reported to the authorities, the children’s status had turned awkward. 𝕗𝗿𝕖𝐞𝐰𝗲𝕓𝐧𝕠𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝐨𝚖

Although Pang Hai’s background was mysterious and Mrs. Zhao’s actions vicious, he indeed owed Pang Hai a life-saving debt and truly hoped the two children would have a good life.

But how was he to explain to these two children?

Gu Jinghui sighed, "Yuan’er, I know they have wronged you greatly, yet you’re still considering their well-being, which is commendable, but I... really don’t know what to say to them."

He disliked lying.

After this uproar, Brother Cheng surely can’t rely on shadow protection to enter the Imperial College, even with Prince Qi’s help, the matter might still be brought up later.

Besides, it’s uncertain what Prince Qi’s true intentions are towards the Dingbei Marquis Mansion.

"These two have been through a lot recently, first learning their biological father is someone else, then finding out their father’s identity is a mystery, followed by their mother’s actions angering everyone. Young as they are, it’s inevitable for them to be overwhelmed, and now I can’t even fulfill the promises I made to them before, alas..."

Gu Jinghui’s proud face was now tainted with distress; the Zhao woman was indeed insane, acting impulsively, and never considering the children.

Qin Yuan thought for a moment and said, "If what the Marquis means is sending Brother Cheng to the Imperial College, then let it go. I already informed Brother Cheng that with his current knowledge, entering the elementary section of the Imperial College might not yield much result. It’s better to hire a tutor to enlighten him, and when the time is right, gradually explain things to them. They might not understand their situation now, but in the future, they certainly will. However, everything should be clearly communicated to them, to prevent them from overthinking upon hearing chaotic rumors."

Gu Jinghui nodded.

Qin Yuan added, "The Marquis feels grateful for their father’s kindness and wishes to watch over them as they grow, which isn’t hard. You promised their father, so you should keep your word. But with their father’s dubious identity and the mother’s actions, it might be difficult for them to pursue officialdom. Yet the future remains uncertain, let Brother Cheng study and understand reason, one day they will find their way, they won’t want for a living."

Gu Jinghui, convinced, said, "Yuan’er is right, we do what we can and leave the rest to fate. As long as I am here to take care of these two children, they will grow up well, and their future will hold promise."

Qin Yuan said, "Then you should go speak with them in the main room, so they don’t fret and fall ill, causing even more trouble for mother."

Gu Jinghui held Qin Yuan’s hand, softly saying, "Would you come with me?"

Qin Yuan shook her head, "No, they probably don’t wish to see me right now, they’d feel more comfortable without me there, and your words might better reach them."

Solving Marquis Gu’s dilemma didn’t mean she would take on matters concerning these two children.

Gu Jinghui sighed.

He stood up and said, "Then I’ll escort you back to Wutong Garden first."

Qin Yuan followed behind him out the door, and Gu Jinghui again took her hand, saying, "Walk slowly, we just had dinner."

Sixth Master Gu, who was daydreaming outside, glanced at them with envy and said, "Third Brother, Third Sister-in-law, you’ve finished eating? Are you heading to Wutong Garden?"

Gu Jinghui lightly coughed and said, "I accompanied your sister-in-law for dinner, don’t you often eat with me? I’ll go to the main room to talk to Brother Cheng and then escort your sister-in-law back."

Sixth Master Gu: "..."

He didn’t say anything, yet he got involved.

But he was still very happy that Third Brother was staying in the outer courtyard to accompany him.

Gu Jinghui leisurely strolled, holding Qin Yuan’s hand.

The staff not on duty were all hiding in their rooms, with little movement around, making the chirping of night insects even more pronounced. The evening breeze blew gently, creating a very pleasant atmosphere.

Gu Jinghui softly said, "Yuan’er, mother has longed for a grandchild, how about we consummate our marriage after the mansion is opened?"