The Noble Lady's Rebirth: She just wants to Rest in Peace!-Chapter 132 - 131: Giving Up

After coming out of the flower hall, Gu Yixuan finally felt energized. Outside, Tang Ping had a sullen face, clearly flustered.

Gu Yixuan, his mind in disarray, couldn’t bother about him.

He had been thinking about how to persuade his mother to accept Ms. Yan, but didn’t expect Ms. Yan to come knocking, leaving him unprepared.

His mother had always been a strong-willed person who valued rules. Gu Yixuan had told Ms. Yan all this, so why would she act this way?

He even felt that the current mess was all caused by Ms. Yan alone.

Suyi led the way in front, while subtly observing the Second Young Master’s expression. Seeing his face turn gradually somber, she liked him even less.

If the Second Young Master were truly bold and resolute, it would be one thing. But to be strong-willed in front of the Old Madam and then blame Ms. Yan for his troubles?

Having been in the mansion for years, Suyi could see through this Second Young Master.

He was someone who lacked responsibility.

Having received news in the side room, Ms. Yan had already come out to greet him, "Er Lang."

Her voice was tender yet timid, like a child who had made a mistake.

In that moment, Suyi somewhat understood why the Second Young Master favored Ms. Yan. Look at Ms. Yan’s gentle and tender demeanor. The Second Madam was always somewhat assertive, so naturally, someone like Ms. Yan was more likable.

"Second Young Master, now that she’s here, I’ll go report back to the Old Madam." Suyi curtsied and took her leave.

Gu Yixuan thought for a moment and called Suyi back. She paused, looked up, and saw Gu Yixuan lightly cough into a fist before speaking, "How is Second Younger Sister today?"

He was asking whether Miss Lin knew about this matter, wasn’t he?

Suyi inwardly grumbled, but respectfully replied, "There were many guests at the mansion today, and the Old Madam had Miss Lin retire early to rest."

The implication was to keep Miss Lin out of it.

But it was always hard to keep secrets in the mansion, especially between the main and rear courtyards. Miss Lin was clever; how could she not know?

As soon as Ms. Yan was brought over by the Madam, Miss Lin must have known.

Gu Yixuan nodded, a hint of awkwardness on his face, "Alright, you may go now."

Suyi curtsied again and retreated.

Ms. Yan’s eyes darted around, but she understood that ’Second Younger Sister’ referred to that little child bride in the Marquis Mansion.

After being with Gu Er, Ms. Yan had carefully inquired about the Marquis Mansion’s affairs. She knew that the Marquis Mansion always pampered this little child bride, who was a rare beauty with some fame in the Capital.

Ms. Yan was always of ordinary appearance and never compared herself to others. She deeply believed that men were to be sweet-talked, so no matter how beautiful someone was, it was useless if they were just an empty shell.

Seeing the Second Young Master’s demeanor now, it was clear he cared about that Miss Lin.

Ms. Yan felt disdain. He just hadn’t gotten her yet; if he had, how could he be like this?

But outwardly, Ms. Yan maintained a cautious demeanor, "Second Young Master, it’s all my fault. My father knew I was pregnant and wanted to kill me. I thought it was your child, so I risked the scorn and came to find you."

"Never mind, it’s my fault. Since you’re with me, I should give you a status." Gu Yixuan felt his heart soften when he saw Ms. Yan yielding, "I will first take you to see Madam. When she agrees to have you in the mansion, everything will be settled."

Gu Yixuan thought his mother was just upset and would come around after a few days. So, he didn’t think much further.

Ms. Yan nodded cautiously, bashfully following behind Gu Yixuan as they headed towards Jinghe Courtyard.

Along the way, they encountered many servants. Although Ms. Yan kept her head lowered behind Gu Er, she could feel the grandeur of the Marquis Mansion, feeling slightly pleased inside. As long as she got past the Second Madam, she would be part of the Marquis Mansion in the future.

At Jinghe Courtyard, Mrs. Kong had called over two concubines, and even after venting, her anger hadn’t subsided. She finally let them go.

After smashing some things in the room, she finally calmed down.

Sister Yue, after receiving the news in her courtyard, didn’t dare to come over, only having a maid keep constant watch.

Gu Er brought Ms. Yan into the main courtyard, and the servants inside were shocked, each greeting them but not daring to breathe loudly. They thought to themselves that the Madam had just calmed down, yet the Second Young Master brought someone in, surely enraging the Second Madam enough to turn Jinghe Courtyard upside down.

Mrs. Kong stood up abruptly upon hearing from Panchun that Gu Er had brought someone into the courtyard, muttering, "How dare he... how could he... how could he do this to me?"

The Old Madam had already said to wait for the Second Young Master to make a decision once he returned, and yet he immediately brought someone back. What did this mean?

Mrs. Kong understood, but she didn’t want to admit it.

They had grown up together, childhood sweethearts. Were it not for him causing her to become pregnant before marriage, how could she be in such a position in the Marquis Mansion now?

He made her endure so much humiliation, and now how could he do this to her?

Without any explanation, he’d brought someone back. How could she face anyone?

"Madam, you must stay strong. Even if the Old Lady won’t stand up for you, there’s still the Duke Mansion." Panchun, seeing her like this, was also frightened.

Mrs. Kong laughed self-deprecatingly.

The Duke Mansion?

If the Duke Mansion truly supported her, would she be like she is now?

After the previous incident, how could her father and mother possibly care about her now?

Meanwhile, at the door, Nanny Guan stopped them, "Greetings to Second Young Master."

Gu Yixuan, seeing it was Nanny Guan, thought of Ms. Yan behind him and showed rare awkwardness. After all, Nanny Guan was an old nanny by Mrs. Gao’s side and had watched over Gu Yixuan and Mrs. Kong as they grew up together.

"Is your Madam inside?" Gu Yixuan stopped to speak with Nanny Guan, showing some remaining regard for their shared past.

"Second Young Master, the Madam is waiting for you, but this lady is not allowed inside." Nanny Guan spoke sternly, half-lidded eyes, "No mansion allows a girl brought in from outside to enter the main house directly, let alone in the Dingyuan Marquis Mansion, where rules must be observed."

Gu Er thought about it, realizing he should indeed talk to Mrs. Kong first before bringing Ms. Yan to pay respects. But before he could turn back, Ms. Yan had already spoken up behind him.

"Er Lang, you should go in first. I’ll wait here for you."

Er Lang?

Nanny Guan lifted her cold gaze and retracted it.

Gu Yixuan felt Ms. Yan was considerate and understanding, "Nanny, take Ms. Yan to wait in the side room for a while. I’ll go see Madam first."