My Sister Insisted on Swapping Marriages, and I Became a Marchioness Instead

Chapter 14: Chapter 14: I’ll Visit Mother-in-Law Again

Compared to the Mrs. Lin from the previous life, Old Madam Gu was undoubtedly a much better mother-in-law.

Qin Yuan smiled warmly and said, ”I spent the morning organizing the dowry, originally planning to manage Wutong Garden in the afternoon, but since the Marquis isn’t here and I have nothing to do, I came to chat with you, Mother.”

She had a good appearance and a soft, charming voice. Just calling her ”Mother” softened Old Madam Gu’s heart.

Old Madam Gu had consecutively borne four sons, so she cherished having a little ’cotton-padded jacket’, otherwise, she wouldn’t have doted on Seventh Miss, born to Aunt Wen.

Qiujie smiled gently, knowing that this newlywed Marchioness had captured Old Madam’s fancy.

Indeed, Old Madam Gu pulled her to sit by her side, saying, ”Then I’ll chat leisurely with you. You’ve just arrived at the Marquis Mansion, feeling utterly blind, not even knowing where the doors open.”

In her past life, Qin Yuan had gone from the wife of a minor official to the Prime Minister’s wife. She had seen and experienced it all; her conversation was witty and socially adept. Before long, she had Old Madam Gu bursting with laughter, feeling a congenial bond with her.

If it weren’t for the age difference and hierarchical gap, Old Madam Gu might have taken Qin Yuan as a sworn sister on the spot.

Soon, Nanny Rong entered.

Old Madam Gu said, ”You old thing, where have you been just now? I was saying I wanted to show Yuan’er a few fans I’ve collected. Where did you put them?”

Nanny Rong acknowledged and returned shortly after, saying, ”Old Madam, take a look and see if these are the ones. There are so many things, this old servant gets a bit muddled.”

Qin Yuan understood that Nanny Rong had something to discuss with Old Madam.

Old Madam Gu had someone call back the maid walking the dog, so Qin Yuan could properly see the lion dog.

Qin Yuan agreed.

Only then did Old Madam Gu follow Nanny Rong to the side room.

When Old Madam Gu returned, her eyes held a bit more tenderness towards Qin Yuan.

”Yuan’er, you’re returning to your family tomorrow; have you thought about what to wear?”

Qin Yuan was aware of the change in Old Madam Gu, understanding that her mother-in-law wished to make amends for the Marquis neglecting her. She smiled and said, ”I’ll wear the clothes I made at my mother’s house for returning; there’s no need to be too flashy.”

Old Madam Gu looked even more compassionate, saying, ”How can that be enough?”

Qin Yuan asked helplessly, ”Should it be something very grand? I’m young and afraid of getting it wrong. Just help me decide, Mother; I’ll follow your lead and won’t bring shame to the Marquis Mansion.”

Old Madam Gu smiled warmly, observing Qin Yuan from head to toe, and clapped, saying, ”This child is blessed. Years ago, I acquired a set of grand robes and a xiapei, but being older, I haven’t found a place to wear them, so they’ve been kept. Unexpectedly, they were meant for you.”

Nanny Rong entered with a tray holding several fans and commented, ”This old servant always thought it was a pity, never realizing it was prepared for Madam. This affinity was destined here; Madam’s fair complexion fits well.”

Old Madam Gu laughed heartily.

Qiujie joined in the jest, ”It’s fate between Old Madam and Madam as predestined in-laws.”

Old Madam Gu exclaimed joyfully, ”Quickly, bring it out and let Yuan’er try it on.”

Qin Yuan blushed, looking even more charming.

The attire was brought in, and Qin Yuan was urged to change.

Nanny Rong whispered, ”Madam is truly favored by Old Madam.”

If it were only to compensate Madam, additional return gifts would suffice.

Old Madam Gu nodded, saying, ”Yuan’er is so docile; her words deeply resonate with me. She’s a concubine’s daughter and forced into this marriage, neglected even after entering the mansion. If I don’t show her some affection, who else will care for her?”

Nanny Rong sighed, ”The Marquis is brilliant and formidable on the battlefield, yet utterly muddled regarding household matters.”

Soon, Qin Yuan emerged in her new attire.

The vermilion gauze robe, embroidered with intricate patterns in gold thread, highlighted Qin Yuan’s jade-white, translucent complexion with radiant beauty. The stone-green xiapei added an air of noble elegance against the vivid allure, making Qin Yuan’s beauty striking, overshadowing all others.

Old Madam Gu couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.

”How did this daughter-in-law grow so beautiful? Is Hui’er blind?”