Chapter 320: He Looks like an Old Master

Chapter 320

Aunt Zhao let it go and suggested a bet for a meal. Although the people sitting here are not short of money for that meal, they all agreed with a smile just to liven things up.

"Alright, I bet that Ah Ying's child will be a son," Qin chuckled.

Aunt Zhao raised an eyebrow and said, "Then I bet it will be a daughter."

"I bet on a son."

"I bet on a daughter."

At the same time, there were also Gu Shuang and Ye Qingchi, who had been sitting silently in their chairs.

The two of them spoke at the same time, and as soon as the words fell, they exchanged a glance, and there was a smile in Ye Qingchi's eyes.

Gu Shuang quickly averted her gaze, her little face blushing slightly. "I actually think that for Second Sister, a son is better than a daughter. Having a legitimate eldest son and then giving birth to a girl is not too late."

Gu Shuang's voice was gentle and her voice was soft, which made the adults laugh again.

Gu Ying knew that Gu Shuang was thinking for her sake. After all, in a family like the Duke's residence, women relied on their sons for their status and giving birth to a son was much better than giving birth to a daughter.

Gu Ying had come today to make time to meet her own family. After sending away the ladies outside and exchanging pleasantries with Qin and Aunt Zhao for a while, she pulled Gu Shuang to her side and asked about her recent situation in Bianjing, as well as how Fu Xunzhi was doing.

Gu Shuang initially answered happily, but when she mentioned Fu Xunzhi, her mood seemed to dampen a bit, but she still smiled and said, "We're fine, we're doing well. His family said that after a while, our marriage will be put on the agenda."

Gu Ying asked, "When will the wedding take place?"

Gu Shuang lowered her head and said, "They said it will be next month, the date hasn't been set yet. Xun Gege said his mother wants to take our birthdates to a temple and have a master match them. I thought it would be better to postpone it a bit. I want to stay in the residence with Mother until after I have a child before getting married. Second Sister, you don't have to worry about me. Once the date is set, Mother will definitely come to the Duke's residence to send the wedding invitations."

Ye Qingchi didn't say anything, he just looked at the little maid at Gu Ying's side, his lips slightly pursed, and calmly drank a cup of cold tea.

Gu Ying glanced at Ye Qingchi in surprise. The Ye Young Master, who had always been charming and knowledgeable about worldly matters, why didn't he even give a nod or gesture to his fourth sister before leaving? It was truly beneath his noble demeanor as a prince of the Ye Manor.

Gu Shuang, on the other hand, didn't think too much of it. She always felt that whenever Young Master Ye looked at her, he resembled a strict teacher in the academy—serious and rigid, with no expression on his face. It made her very nervous.

Especially during their two encounters, she had embarrassed herself each time. Whenever she saw him, she inexplicably worried and feared his scrutinizing gaze.

Whenever he glanced at her, she immediately became as tense as a student who hadn't studied or practiced calligraphy properly.

But the truth was, she was a good student...

Gu Shuang was at a loss for words. She hoped that the next time she came to her second sister's place, she wouldn't run into Ye Qingchi again.

After sending Aunt Zhao and her daughter away, Gu Ying took Qin's hand and nestled in her embrace for quite some time. Her aunt had a motherly presence, and holding her felt reassuring.

Qin quietly allowed Gu Ying to hold her, her eyes showing a tender affection.

After a while, Gu Ying expressed her thoughts.

Qin rejoiced and said, "So, Ying, you mean to have An Ning come and stay at our residence for a while? This... this is a wonderful idea! I'll go back and make preparations right away! Originally, the courtyard in Qinghe Garden was meant for you and your siblings to live in, but at that time, you... No, Ying..."

Qin's eyes turned slightly red, and there was a cautious look in her eyes. "Is A Ning willing to go and stay at his uncle and aunt's house now? I came to the mansion some time ago and wanted to see him, but he didn't want to meet me... I'm afraid he's unwilling in his heart..."

Seeing the slight moisture in Qin's eyes, Gu Ying smiled gently and put her arm around her aunt's shoulder. "Aunt, don't worry. How could A Ning not be willing in his heart? It's just that his legs have been giving him trouble... He doesn't want to see people because he's frustrated with his own disability. Aunt, you should treat him with more kindness."

"I'm certainly not angry with him. If he's willing to go to the Ye family's place, I... I'll go back and tidy up the courtyard for him right away!"

"Aunt, please don't rush." Gu Ying pulled her aunt, who was all fired up, back. "There are a few things I need Aunt's help with."

Qin hurriedly asked, "Please tell me."

Gu Ying said, "Aunt, can you secretly find someone for me?"