After being married off, she was favored by the powerful official

Chapter 149 Approaching

Mrs. Xu brought a bunch of supplements. Gu Rou took a glance at them and felt contempt in her heart.

They came to congratulate but brought such shabby rags, but Xie Qing treated them as close relatives and gave away her silks and satins just to show off to Xu Shuyu!

The Xu family has fallen into such a state, she wants to see what kind of good family Xu Shuyu can marry into!

Madam Xu asked about her well-being before explaining her true purpose, "Madam, this is the first time that the eldest young lady is pregnant. It is inevitable that there are many things she does not understand, and she still needs someone to take care of her.

Although Aunt Xu has done many things wrong, her love for Qing'er is genuine. It would be the best thing to let her take care of the eldest young lady."

Hearing this, Mrs. Huo raised her eyelids and smiled, "Rou'er has her stepmother to look after her, and the maids and old women to take care of her. She is the daughter-in-law of our Yongchang Marquis' Mansion, and the Marquis' Mansion will certainly not treat her badly."

"Yes, it's a blessing for the eldest young lady to have the old lady and the lady take care of her." Madam Xu smiled awkwardly, "But the lady has to take care of the household affairs of the Marquis' Mansion, so she is bound to be too busy.

I know that Aunt Xu has committed serious crimes, and I am not asking the old lady to forgive her. I just want to treat her as a capable servant to take care of the eldest young lady.

Mother-in-law was so happy when she heard that the eldest young lady was pregnant that she felt much better. If she hadn't had difficulty walking, she would have definitely come to see her!"

The implication is that if Mrs. Huo does not agree, then the old lady of the Xu family will have to come in person.

Mrs. Huo frowned, it was obvious that the Xu family was trying to repay a favor.

Seeing that Mrs. Huo was in a dilemma, Mrs. Su said, "Mother, then let's follow Mrs. Xu's wishes."

Gu Rou is not her biological daughter-in-law, so it is better for her to avoid suspicion in such matters to avoid any mistakes and bring trouble upon herself.

Madam Xu immediately beamed with joy and praised Su Shi. Gu Jin interjected indifferently, "Should we temporarily place Madam Xu in Second Sister's courtyard?"

Madam Xu was quite dissatisfied with Gu Jin's rude behavior, but she had to ask for help from others and said in a good temper: "Third Young Madam, you are joking. How can Aunt Xu live in the courtyard of the eldest young madam!"

"But didn't Madam Xu just ask Aunt Xu to serve Second Sister personally? How can she take care of her if she stays in her own courtyard?

Besides, Aunt Xu is still under house arrest because she falsely accused the mistress, so it's not good to let her wander around the mansion, otherwise outsiders will think that the mansion is unruly and has no rules."

Mrs. Xu's response just now was just a temporary solution, but she didn't expect Gu Jin to make something of her words.

A smile flashed across Huo's eyes, and she said, "What Jin'er said makes sense.

There is an unused small Buddhist temple near Qingliuyuan, let Aunt Xu move there, so she can take care of Rouer."

Mrs. Huo didn't want to be controlled by the Xu family all the time, so she made concessions and the Xu family couldn't find fault with her.

Gu Jin curved his lips, "Grandmother is wise."

The grandfather and grandson singing the same tune made Mrs. Xu speechless. She originally wanted to take this opportunity to release Aunt Xu so that she could win over the heart of Marquis Yongchang again.

After all, Marquis Yongchang has had no other concubines except Aunt Xu for so many years, so there must be some friendship between them.

But now that Mrs. Huo has placed Aunt Xu in a Buddhist temple, how can this be accomplished?

After leaving Songhe Hall, Madam Xu said to Gu Rou, "Gu Jin is really amazing. He managed to coax the old lady into submission. Madam, you should also coax the old lady more.

The old lady's words are worth a thousand gold, and even the Marquis of Yongchang listens to her. "

Gu Rou stroked her belly and raised her eyelids when she heard this. "The old lady doesn't like Gu Jin, but Xie Ran. What can I do?"

Mrs. Xu was speechless after being scolded by Gu Rou. Gu Rou shook her handkerchief and said in a contemptuous tone: "Aunt, I'm not feeling well, so I'll go back and rest first."

The Xu family really likes to treat themselves as a dish. What qualifications do they have to point fingers at her!

Mrs. Xu had good intentions in planning for her and Xie Qing, but ended up being in a difficult position both internally and externally.

"You really don't know how to appreciate a good person. No wonder you're not as likable as Gu Jin!" Mrs. Xu was so angry that she threw her sleeves and walked away.

When Aunt Xu heard the news, she didn't say anything. She asked her maid to pack up her luggage and move quietly to the small Buddhist temple.

When Xie Ran returned home from the yamen, Gu Jin immediately told him the news of Gu Rou's pregnancy. Xie Ran showed a rare hint of surprise on his face, and then said, "She may not be able to keep the baby this time, so be careful when you are alone with her."

"How do you know?" Now it was Gu Jin's turn to be surprised.

Xie Ran glanced at her and said with a slightly uncomfortable look: "After Aunt Xu gave you the musk beads that day, I asked Mo Yin to send some things to Xie Qing's room."

At that time, he just wanted to give Mo Yin some cold herbs in Qingliu Courtyard.

Logically speaking, it should be difficult for the two to get pregnant before the effect of the medicine wore off. I guess it was because the effect of the medicine faded that Gu Rou became pregnant.

Although Gu Rou has been regulating her body, this herb affects the male's essence and blood, so even if Gu Rou can get pregnant this time, she will eventually have a miscarriage due to the unstable fetus.

Gu Jin didn't expect Xie Ran to have done such a thing. "So, are you standing up for me?"

Xie Ran didn't comment, just smiled and said: "Although it is the law of nature, we can't rely on it for everything. We can just do what we can."

"I didn't expect you to be so good at making crooked arguments."

Xie Ran smiled faintly, "Same here."

Gu Jin didn't expect that Xie Ran, although a man of few words, actually did a lot of things. No matter whether it was Aunt Xu or Mrs. Li, he would really help when there was something going on.

"By the way, I have something I want to discuss with you."

Gu Jin told Xie Ran about the story of Princess Pingnan and Chen Anan, "I might be able to cure Chen Anan's illness, but I don't know if it will have any effect on you, so I think it's better to ask for your opinion first."

Xie Ran's eyes flickered, like ripples in a pool of autumn water, and there was a hint of secret joy in his dark pupils.

If it were in the past, Gu Jin would definitely put making money first. If he met a sponsor like Princess Pingnan, he would have recommended himself long ago. But now, she is considering him in everything.

Does this mean that he has gradually found a place in her heart?

"The King of Pingxi has made great contributions to the country and the people. He is loyal and brave. A hero should not end up in a miserable defeat."

Gu Jin felt relieved when he heard this, and a relieved smile appeared on his face.

She didn't know the King of Pingxi, but she felt that the Princess of Pingxi was a gentle and strong mother, just like what she imagined a mother should be like, so she wanted to help her.

"Then I'd like to trouble General Xie to introduce Doctor Xiao Jin to the princess."

Xie Ran smiled and said in a gentle tone, "Please don't forget to promise me your share of the profits when the time comes, Doctor Xiao Jin."

The two smiled at each other, and the distance between them seemed to have come a little closer...