The daughter of the first wife grew up in the countryside and was extremely powerful

"What Madam Hou said is absolutely right, but now that I have become the daughter of the General's Mansion, it seems that there is no reason for me to return to the Marquis' Mansion.

But...after all, blood is thicker than water, and I still have an inseparable kinship with you. So, Chu Er feels that I should go back and visit you once or twice."

After hearing these words, Gu's tense heartstrings finally relaxed a little.

There's no harm in meeting her. All I have to do is find a way to keep her for a while longer.

When the wedding day comes, it will be of no use even if she talks her mouth off.

Moreover, even if the General's Mansion wanted to save the situation, it would probably be powerless!

However, when she heard the second half of the sentence, her expression instantly turned gloomy.

Gu Fanchu frowned slightly and said coquettishly:

"It's just that it's really inappropriate for me to go back like this without proper reason. If the Marquis's wife really wants me to return to the Marquis' Mansion, please send someone to greet me. That way, I can at least save some face."

The old lady wanted to say something, but when her eyes met Gu Fanchu's cold expression, she suddenly understood in her heart - this girl was obviously not moved by Gu's words.

So the old lady shut her mouth wisely and said no more.

When Gu heard this request, a look of astonishment and dissatisfaction instantly appeared on his face. His brows were tightly furrowed, his lips slightly parted, and he was about to open his mouth to flatly refuse.

However, at this moment, her eyes met Gu Fanchu's half-smile and meaningful look.

Gu Fanchu's eyes seemed to hide countless secrets, making it difficult to understand his true thoughts.

This exchange of glances inexplicably caused a chill in Gu's heart, and the words of rejection that were on the tip of her tongue seemed to be forcibly suppressed by an invisible hand.

Gu gritted her teeth secretly. Although she was extremely reluctant, her reason told her that she could not refuse this request.

After all, there are still many important things to deal with later. If we get unhappy because of this little thing at this time, it may affect the overall situation.

Thinking of this, Gu took a deep breath and tried to calm his inner emotions.

Finally, she forced a smile and said to Gu Fanchu:

"Okay, then Chu'er, just wait at home peacefully. Mother will definitely send someone to take you back in a grand and solemn manner."

When saying this, Gu's voice trembled slightly, and it was obvious that he was still unwilling to give up.

But now that things have come to this, she can only endure it for the time being.

Having achieved her goal, she no longer had any concerns and stood up and left with a satisfied smile.

When the people walked further and further away, until their figures disappeared from sight, the old lady asked with a look of suspicion and worry on her face:

"Chu'er, you clearly know in your heart that your mother has ulterior motives and ill intentions, but why did you still agree to return to the Marquis' Mansion?"

With the old lady's experience and insight, she could easily see the clues.

The fact that Gu chose this moment to propose taking someone back home was probably closely related to the fact that Meng Hewan would be sent away in a few days.

However, facing the old lady's concerned and anxious inquiries, Chu Er smiled slightly and responded calmly:

"Grandma, please don't worry. Since I know clearly that they have bad intentions, I will definitely not let their conspiracy succeed!"

As he spoke, a barely perceptible cold light flashed in the depths of Chu'er's eyes.

I had already made careful preparations for a long time and even prepared the poison.

If he couldn't go to the Marquis' Mansion this time, all the preparations he had made before would be wasted, not to mention administering the deadly poison to Meng Hewan.

Thinking of this, Chu Er sneered inwardly, waiting for the right moment to strike a heavy blow to those with ulterior motives.

"What do you think they're going to do?"

The old lady frowned and asked with a worried look on her face.

She thought to herself that Meng Hewan would never want to marry the Third Prince.

Thinking of this, the old lady couldn't help but sigh.

"Alas, I really don't want to think so badly of my own daughter, but after going through so much over the years, I've seen through it all. Some things can't be ignored just because I don't think about them."

Gu Fanchu, who was standing by, lowered his head slightly and echoed softly:

"Yes, Grandmother. Look at how much they dote on Meng Hewan. How could they bear to let their precious daughter marry to such a faraway place and suffer hardships?"

And I happen to be their biological child. If I could marry off in Meng Hewan's place, wouldn't that be the best of both worlds for them?"

When saying this, Gu Fanchu kept his eyes lowered, just enough to conceal the barely perceptible coldness in his eyes.

Hearing her granddaughter's words, the old lady's heart ached even more, and at the same time, a nameless anger burned in her heart.

She cursed angrily:

"Has she gone mad? How dare she defy the current emperor? You have to understand, this marriage was personally granted by His Majesty. How could she be so reckless and ignorant of her own limitations?"

However, Gu Fanchu knew very well that if it weren't for Meng Hewan's audacity, how could such a difficult situation have arisen today?

"It's okay, grandma, just relax. I promise I'll take good care of myself. In a few days, Chu'er will definitely return safely and unharmed!"

Gu Fanchu knew very well that his grandmother was worried, so he hurriedly comforted her in a soft voice and made promises one after another. Only in this way did his grandmother's anxious heart feel a little relieved.

At this moment, there was a noise outside the door. It turned out that the imperial decree granting the marriage had arrived.

The person who came to convey the imperial edict was the highly respected eunuch standing beside the emperor.

Unexpectedly, the person who came with my father-in-law was Shi Jinyan himself.

He was standing there with an imposing manner, followed by a group of attendants, each of whom was holding boxes of extremely heavy betrothal gifts.

The boxes of betrothal gifts piled up like a mountain and looked very heavy, which attracted the eyes of the onlookers to stare wide-eyed. They stared at them intently, their eyes turned red and they were filled with envy.

Everyone was secretly thinking: This gentleman, who usually holds a high position of power and noble status, has now gladly accepted the emperor's marriage decree. Not only did he personally visit today, but he also prepared such a generous betrothal gift.

From this we can see that he is obviously very satisfied with this marriage and attaches great importance to it!

Everyone in the Gu family gathered in front of the mansion gate, respectfully welcoming the emperor's order.

The eunuch who delivered the imperial edict glanced around and finally settled his gaze with satisfaction on Shi Jinyan and Gu Fanchu who were standing side by side.