My Sister Insisted on Swapping Marriages, and I Became a Marchioness Instead Chapter 329: Clever People

Mrs. Dai pointed her finger at him, scolding, "The Old Madam is afraid the Marquis won’t have the heart, you are afraid I can’t keep a secret, everyone is afraid of each other, yet you don’t tell anything. If one day soone causes trouble, and I remain unaware, wouldn’t things be ruined? In all these years, when have I ever ruined your matters?"

Gu Jingcheng, who always confided everything to his wife, quickly laughed and said, "I’m telling you now, aren’t I? Besides, the Marquis has arranged for soone to keep a close watch on the counterfeit goods secretly. Since we are fishing, we must keep a careful eye on the bait."

Mrs. Dai went to tidy up so clothes and miscellaneous items, then asked, "Are you angry with the Marquis?"

Sitting on the spring stool by the bed, accompanying her in tidying, Gu Jingcheng was stunned for a mont, then quickly understood and replied, "What is there to be angry about? We can have two children connected to the Marquis Mansion; we don’t even have to worry about their future prospects. Isn’t this a good thing?"

Mrs. Dai dropped the small garnt in her hand and glared, "You know exactly what I’m trying to ask."

"If those two children don’t turn out well, it’s the Marquis who fails . We can’t simply move out of that courtyard. We haven’t raised children before either, so if we enjoy having them, we can always look for soone to adopt or foster. Once we do it once, it’ll be easier the next ti; nothing to worry about. I just happen to like Brother Cheng’s build and looks."

Mrs. Dai turned her head and continued sorting clothes, with her head lowered, "The Old Madam is also worried that my heart won’t be at ease. I already said that as long as we can move out and don’t have to endure being beneath others without children, I would be overjoyed. Besides, old folks always say raising children brings more children; maybe tending to those twins will bring our own kids to us."

Hearing this, Gu Jingcheng felt even more relieved and said, "If you had told earlier that you thought this way, I wouldn’t have worried about you being upset."

He paused, then asked, "Is it true that raising them can bring our own children?"

"How could it be false? Previously, I didn’t dare approach the Old Madam, and I never expected her to be so compassionate and kind. She spoke to about childbirth, saying our ti hasn’t co yet, but once it does, we may have a child. She also ntioned that the doctor frequently used at their mansion has excellent dical skills and might be able to help ."

Seeing his wife’s joyous expression, Gu Jingcheng couldn’t help but softly express his hope, "Once we move there, with more houses and a bigger courtyard, and we can finally call the shots, along with a pair of twins at our feet, you won’t feel liver congestion anymore, and maybe children will co our way. Living next to the Marquis Mansion, we can enjoy so of their good fortune."

It seed that good days were already beckoning to this couple.

Qin Yuan, after handling the issues related to the housekeeper and stewards, did not return to the main room but sat in the courtyard, deep in thought.

Cui Ming asked, "Miss, what are you thinking about?"

Qin Yuan replied, "I’m considering that we’ve always been at the center of affairs, but perhaps it’s ti to change the venue of managent. Everyone is crowding into my courtyard for matters, coming and going, which doesn’t seem appropriate."

Cui Ming nodded, "Indeed, previously there were only a few housekeepers, not enough to cause chatter among people. Later, due to the outbreak of smallpox, movent was difficult, and we muddled through until now. The Marquis has entrusted the affairs of the mansion to you, Miss, so it’s ti to find a more dignified location. The Sixth Madam used to manage only the inner courtyard and held affairs at Songtao Pavilion. Miss should also move to a bigger place near the second gate, which is more convenient for the stewards."

Qin Yuan nodded.

Nearby, Hong Mian said, "Madam, there are so matters you might have forgotten."

"Oh?" Qin Yuan raised an eyebrow, asking with interest, "What is it? Tell more."

Hong Mian replied, "Sun Accountant and Housekeeper Zhang’s positions have been vacated, attracting a lot of attention, and many people are frequenting our Wutong Garden. The stewards are all eager to prove themselves."

Qin Yuan gave an approving look to Hong Mian, "Indeed, this is a significant matter. I haven’t forgotten, but I’m montarily unsure whom to appoint."

The vacancy of these two positions was unexpected.

Her companions hadn’t yet secured their footing, and the mansion lacks confidants, with mutual acquaintance building among the stewards still in progress.

Hong Mian said, "Nanny Rong is wise with age and knows the people in the mansion well, maybe she can recomnd a few candidates."

Qin Yuan initially thought Hong Mian would recomnd soone directly, but hearing this answer, she laughed, "You speak wisely. Has Redleaf been instructing you on accounting practices lately?"

Hong Mian nodded, "Sister Hong Ye is busy and teaches us whenever she has free ti, I’ve learned bits and pieces."

Qin Yuan asked, "Where do you think the affairs managent area should be relocated?"

Hong Mian astutely replied, "It should naturally be the row of houses near the second gate along the pathway. It’s spacious, close to the second gate, and hasn’t been used for a long ti. Madam could have Mrs. Cai lead people to tidy it up, install floor heating, and it can be used all year round."

Qin Yuan was slightly unsure, so Hong Mian suggested, "Madam, why don’t I guide you there for a look?"

Cui Ming said, "It’s better to have a look. If it suits, that location is quite suitable and convenient, with few people passing by."

Qin Yuan stood up, "Then let’s go."

Hong Mian diligently led the way, and they soon reached the second gate.

Qin Yuan thought for a mont and said, "Since we’ve arrived at the second gate, let’s find soone to ask if the Marquis wants to share lunch at the main room, and whether he wants to add any dishes."

Cui Ming instructed the nanny at the second gate to find a servant to inquire about it.

The group checked out the location suggested by Hong Mian, and it was indeed good. Although the second gate was busy, few ventured to this side.

A whole row of houses, allowing a place for Qin Yuan to manage affairs, maids and nannies to reside, housekeepers and stewards to rest while waiting for instructions.

"Not bad, just needs tidying up as it hasn’t been used for a long ti."

Qin Yuan was very satisfied.

Hong Mian smiled, "Then I’ll go find Mrs. Cai and have her co to assess, ensuring it’s ready quickly, Mr. Cheng’s courtyard has been sectioned off and refurbished, with adequate manpower, this side will be ready in two to three days."

"Go ahead, this matter is entrusted to you."

Hong Mian smiled, "Madam needn’t worry, I guarantee you’ll be pleased."

Qin Yuan laughed, "I’m curious to see the house produced by such a clever person."

Hong Mian hurriedly went to consult with Mrs. Cai, and Qin Yuan remarked to Cui Ming, "I see that Hong Mian is indeed a capable person; Redleaf has good judgnt."

Cui Ming smiled, "Sister Hong Ye often says it’s lucky that Miss favors her above all, otherwise she couldn’t tolerate Hong Mian, what with her sharp tongue and opportunistic nature."

Qin Yuan also chuckled.

The servant returned with the ssage, "There is a guest with the Marquis, it’s Prince Qi. I didn’t go in."

"Prince Qi?"

After a mont, Qin Yuan said, "Send word to soone close to the Marquis, saying that I’ll have lunch in the main room, and the Marquis doesn’t need to co to Wutong Garden."

The servant obeyed.

On the way back to Wutong Garden, Qin Yuan was frowning the entire ti; yesterday the Crown Prince arrived unannounced, and today Prince Qi ca, it seed peculiar.