The Noble Lady's Rebirth: She just wants to Rest in Peace!

Chapter 517 - 509: Theory

Lady Lin was at a loss for words for a moment. Naturally, she was afraid of the Dingyuan Marquis, yet she didn’t want to answer his questions. Lady Lin had always been someone who valued face; after all, she was a daughter from the General Mansion. Although she married beneath her standing, she was always respected by Mr. Lin and was the one in charge. However, after returning to the Capital and as Lin Youning’s identity was gradually uncovered, the reputation of the Lin Mansion slowly deteriorated.

Lady Lin had always wanted to turn things around, but her maiden family wasn’t supportive, let alone Mr. Lin’s minor official position. In the end, even her daughter was implicated and married off to a concubine’s child.

Now, when Gu Yifeng questioned her like this, Lady Lin didn’t know how to respond. But Gu Yifeng didn’t wait for her silence to end and instead said directly, "Lady Lin, I am Brother Xuan’s father, and the head of the Dingyuan Marquis Mansion. Given the current situation, I say it’s drunken talk, yet you insist on making something out of it. It wouldn’t be proper for a marquis like me to argue with a woman like you, so why not invite Mr. Lin to the mansion?"

At the mention of Mr. Lin, Lady Lin’s mind became a mess, and traces of panic appeared on her face. Gu Yifeng saw all of this but merely sipped his tea without looking at her, "Madam should make a decision quickly. Given the current hour, it’s still possible to summon Mr. Lin."

Lady Lin knew that Gu Yifeng was using her own husband to intimidate her, yet she had no other means. Resentfully, she stood up, "Then let’s proceed with the divorce."

She didn’t believe that her daughter would remain unmarried.

She would surely tarnish the reputation of the Gu Mansion when her daughter divorced.

After saying that, she turned to leave.

Gu Yifeng didn’t respond to her but instructed Li Si, who was standing by, "Send an invitation to the Lin Mansion, summon Mr. Lin here, and bring the Young Master back."

Seeing that the Marquis was in a bad mood, Li Si dared not ask more questions and withdrew after affirming the command.

Lin Youning had been listening inside all along. Seeing everyone leave, she rubbed her belly and walked out. Gu Yifeng quickly got up to support her. Lin Youning simply smiled, "The New Year is approaching, yet so many things have happened recently."

Gu Yifeng understood that she was trying to comfort him and smiled, "I’ve tolerated this matter for a long time. Today, it seems he’s brought it upon himself. It’s time for a resolution."

Lin Youning knew what her elder brother was referring to and didn’t respond further. What Gu Chaoxuan did was disgusting to Lin Youning at the time, especially since her previous life’s miserable end was due to Gu Chaoxuan. Seeing Gu Chaoxuan in this life, Lin Youning even began to suspect that in her previous life, Gu Chaoxuan might have colluded with Mrs. Kong.

Otherwise, how was it possible that her previous life was so miserable while Gu Chaoxuan’s was so good?

In this life, Lin Youning didn’t want to think too much about it, nor did she wish to associate with Gu Chaoxuan. However, some things weren’t as she wished.

"I’ll handle this matter; you don’t need to worry anymore." Although Gu Yifeng was trying to reassure her, there was a rare coldness in his tone.

How could one not be furious when a son had thoughts for his father’s woman?

Moreover, for Gu Yifeng, Sister Ning was more important than his life, and he wouldn’t tolerate anyone coveting her.

It was with Sister Ning that Gu Yifeng experienced romantic love in this life; he would never allow anyone else to covet his woman.

Lin Youning nodded, and seeing that it was getting late, she asked about the situation of her aunt at the Marquis Mansion. She heard that her aunt could now speak some indistinct words, and could even move one of her hands on her own, which made Lin Youning quite happy.

After dinner, Lin Youning said she wanted to visit the Marquis Mansion, but Gu Yifeng didn’t agree, "I need to resolve that issue tonight, so rest first; go there tomorrow. It’s dark outside, you should rest."

Lin Youning nodded, reluctant to ask more about Gu Chaoxuan’s matter, and only after sending her elder brother away did she summon Shanmoi, "Go check at the Marquis Mansion and see how it’s finally handled."

Shanmoi agreed with a smile and then exited.

With Hailan attending her, Lin Youning lay down but couldn’t sleep. She called Hailan over to chat, "How is Mrs. Dong?"

After Mrs. Dong returned, she had someone pass a message to Lin Youning, expressing her wish to meet and talk. Lin Youning didn’t go; the child was not her elder brother’s. Moreover, her father hadn’t decided how to handle it yet, so Lin Youning had been avoiding it.

Hailan knew what the young lady was thinking and whispered, "I’ve arranged for someone to keep an eye over there. After the old lady had a stroke, Brother Zong was sent back to Mrs. Dong, but Mrs. Dong wasn’t intimate with him. There was a day when the Marquis sent something to that courtyard, and after Mrs. Dong saw it, she fell ill out of fear and is still recovering. The child is also being cared for by the nurse."

Lin Youning nodded. Her elder brother had mentioned it to her, but she didn’t know what was sent to Mrs. Dong. However, she could guess it was related to Mrs. Dong and that Daoist.

Otherwise, how could Mrs. Dong be so frightened?

Thinking of Mrs. Dong’s past behaviors and subsequent events, Lin Youning became silent. Noticing this, Hailan softly comforted her, "The young lady did nothing wrong. Initially, it was decided that the main branch would take responsibility. Only after something happened with the Second Master did the matter fall to the Marquis. This may be my opinion, but it’s known in the mansion what the Marquis and Mrs. Dong’s relationship was like. Even the courtyards of the two concubines were seldom visited by the Marquis. After taking responsibility, he spent more time here, but it’s no different from before. How can one blame the young lady?"

Lin Youning smiled, "Everyone understands it’s like that, but understanding is one thing. In the end, they will say it’s my fault, after all, I’m the one who came in later. This is also why I’ve always felt guilty towards Mrs. Dong."

"Men having multiple wives and concubines is normal. The young lady married in a legitimate manner and was brought into the main branch; there’s nothing wrong with that," Hailan said, not understanding why the young lady would feel guilty.

Was it only because she and the Marquis had a mutual affection, making her feel guilty towards Mrs. Dong?

Yet before the young lady was with the Marquis, wasn’t the relationship between Mrs. Dong and the Marquis already cold?

Lin Youning, thinking of Mrs. Dong, felt a bit melancholic, "Make sure to have the doctor keep a close watch on Mrs. Dong. Send what’s needed promptly, and for Brother Zong, he’s just a child, so ensure the nurse takes good care of him. Send a message to Mrs. Dong, saying that when she recovers, I’ll visit her."

Ultimately, it needs to be resolved, and it can’t be dragged on forever. Lin Youning thought it would be best if Mrs. Dong could think things through.