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Doctor Du prepared the medicine and brought it to Gu Yuxuan, instructing Li Ruofeng to ensure he took it as prescribed and not to be negligent.
Li Ruofeng listened attentively to Doctor Du's advice, afraid of missing a single detail. Standing beside her, Gu Yan watched her mother’s concern for Gu Yuxuan with a growing sense of jealousy that began to creep into her heart.
When Li Ruofeng returned after seeing Doctor Du off, she noticed Gu Yan's distracted expression and asked with concern, "Yuan'er’s condition has stabilized, so a weight has been lifted from my heart. I haven’t had time to check on you lately; do you resent me for that?"
"Mother, with the wedding approaching, I feel a bit anxious." The closer it got to the wedding day, the more unsettled she became. As the legitimate daughter of a high-ranking official, she felt humiliated to be overshadowed by that merchant's daughter, Gu Qingning, who was set to become a prince's consort. Even her dowry couldn't compare to Gu Qingning's, making it hard for her to swallow her pride.
"I know I've put you in a difficult position," Li Ruofeng replied, feeling equally displeased. "I've already arranged for some exquisite headpieces and garments from Zhenbao Pavilion and Jinxiu Workshop for you. You can go see them soon."
In her worry for Gu Yuxuan, Li Ruofeng had indeed neglected Gu Yan’s preparations for marriage. To make up for her guilt, she had ordered beautiful attire for her daughter.
"Thank you, Mother!" Gu Yan smiled faintly but continued with concern, "But I still worry that I’ll be laughed at by others."
She didn’t care about the clothes or jewelry; all she wanted was to be the prince's main consort.
"Who would dare laugh at my daughter? Besides, marrying into the royal family will elevate your status far above other noble ladies," Li Ruofeng reassured her. "Not everyone gets the chance to marry into royalty; it's a great honor for you."
Feeling that further conversation with her mother was futile, Gu Yan decided to leave after exchanging a few more pleasantries.
As she passed by Qiushui Courtyard, she couldn’t help but stretch her neck to peek inside. Seeing Gu Qingning sewing her wedding gown made her heart race with agitation once more.
Her earlier good mood plummeted instantly; feeling hesitant yet disdainful, she turned away and walked off.
In Xuezhuyuan, Li Ruofeng said to the third girl, "You know our family doesn’t have much savings. Your uncle’s salary is meager, not to mention Yuan’er needs to take medicine long-term." After Gu Yan left, Li Ruofeng hurriedly went to seek some silver from Gu Waning.
She initially intended to ask Gu Qingning but remembered how that girl had been troublesome lately; she was unlikely to part with any silver in her current mood.
Hongling stood nearby, listening as her mistress flattered Miss Waning. She feared that Miss Waning would continue giving her money as usual and felt anxious.
"Auntie, just tell me what you need me to do," Gu Waning said, confused about Li Ruofeng's intentions.
Li Ruofeng stepped forward and took Gu Waning's hand awkwardly. "Waning, could you lend me some silver again?"
With Gu Yan marrying the prince and Gu Yuxuan needing medicine, the silver in her hands was running low.
Curious about how much Li Ruofeng needed this time, Gu Waning asked, "How much do you want to borrow?"
As Miss Gu was about to show her kindness again, Hong Ling couldn't help but speak up to stop her.
Gu Wan Ning turned her head and asked, "Hong Ling, give Aunt two thousand taels."
Hong Ling pursed her lips but didn’t move an inch.
"Is it possible to give a bit more?" Upon hearing that it was only two thousand taels, Li Ruo Feng wanted to ask for a little extra. After all, Gu Wan Ning had plenty of silver in her hands; what was the harm in giving a bit more?
"Is that not enough? Even if it's for Gu Yu Xuan's medicine, it could last for several months."
Hong Ling was so anxious that her hands were almost twisted together when Gu Qing Ning happened to enter the courtyard.
"The eldest young lady has arrived!"
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