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This was the first time Gu Jingyao had stepped foot on the door of Ping Marquis Mansion since she had transmigrated.

From the degree of respect the servants showed, one could tell how pampered the original owner was within the Ping Marquis Mansion.

The male and female guests had separated for the banquet. Since Gu Jingyao had accompanied Lv Hee to congratulate the matriarch on her birthday, Gu Yaoyi had accompanied her as well.

"Granddaughter pays respects to Grandmother. Grandmother, may you be old enough to live well for this day and age, and have good fortune for your entire life. Your children and grandchildren will all be happy and comfortable in front of you." When she arrived before the matriarch, Gu Jingyao took off the phoenix hairpin that signified the princess' consort, bowing respectfully to the matriarch.

For a moment, the entire hall was silent, looking at Gu Jingyao as if she had seen a ghost.

Although Gu Jingyao had already been married for half a year, she had never once regained her Ping Marquis Mansion.

Furthermore, before leaving the pavilion, she had never paid any attention to etiquette. Other than forcing herself to marry Ling Xiao with her life on the line, this was the first time she greeted the matriarch in such a manner.

Even the matriarch and Princess Consort of Ping Marquis were shocked. They thought that something had happened to Gu Jingyao and that she wanted to seek help from them at any given moment.

Gu Jingyao was in no hurry to get up. She maintained a respectful and cautious posture.

Gu Yaoyi snickered as she walked to Gu Jingyao's side with a nervous expression. She held her arm and said, "Sister, quickly get up. Today is Grandmother's birthday. Don't joke with us. We can't talk late until after the birthday feast."

Gu Jingyao didn't make it difficult for herself as she rose to her feet.

Seeing her family looking at her tender and worried gaze, she smiled and patted the back of Gu Yaoyi's hand, bringing her to the matriarch's side.

Gu Yaoyi's cultivation experience wasn't enough to trick her.

Did she really think that she, a young miss from an aristocratic family of traditional Chinese medicine, had never experienced such a cruel battle?

"Grandmother, please don't blame your granddaughter for not coming back after marriage. It's just that sister Yaoyi's body is too weak. His granddaughter was afraid that she wouldn't be able to send Little Sister Yaoyi back to the Ping Marquis Mansion in one piece, so she took good care of her.

Fortunately, sister Yaoyi is fortunate and there are a lot of treasures and herbs in the Zhennan Marquis Mansion, so sister Yaoyi's body has finally improved a little. " Gu Jingyao smiled warmly as she explained why she didn't want to return to her parents' home. Later on, she sat down beside the matriarch.

She took the matriarch's arm and said affectionately, "Granddaughter knows she's at fault, so she took off her hairpin and bowed to Grandmother. Grandmother, please consider her sincerity and forgive her once. Otherwise, granddaughter wouldn't dare to come back even if Grandmother wanted to cry."

"Good, good, good. Grandmother knows that you are the most filial."

Seeing that Gu Jingyao had a sense of propriety and wasn't trying to cause trouble, Matriarch He was finally able to calm down.

Holding Gu Jingyao's hand, he said, "It's good that you're all safe. Grandmother is getting old and comes back often to visit when she's free. Grandmother is very happy."

"Yes, granddaughter has remembered it." Gu Jingyao nodded, looked at Princess Consort of Ping Marquis, and smiled mischievously, "It's been a while since we've seen mother, could it be that mother doesn't recognize her daughter? "However, it's Grandmother's birthday today. Our daughter's big gift can only be given to Grandmother. Mothers are not allowed to eat it."

"Girl, you're still being naughty even after getting married. Aren't you afraid of being laughed at?"

Princess Consort of Ping Marquis smiled and said, "Yaoyi looks a lot better, this cold jade bed is really effective." When you get better and your mother comes to pick you up herself, she should find a good marriage for you, and you, King Father, are always upset about it. "

"It's Yaoyi's fault. She made King Father and his mother worry." Gu Yaoyi bowed and did not directly answer Princess Consort of Ping Marquis's question. Instead, she gave Gu Jingyao a backward bow. Although she had lost her reason to be praised, she had no choice but to do it. "Yaoyi pays her respects to Grandmother. May Grandmother's blessings be good and good."

"Good child, your health is not good. You don't need to make such a big bow. Hurry up." The matriarch supported him with a hand and smiled amiably. "You two siblings have not been back for a long time. Go and chat with your little sisters." The air outside is also better from admiring the flowers, it's good for Yaoyi's body. "

"Yes …" Gu Yaoyi bowed, but before she could finish her sentence, an awkward expression appeared on her face.

"Grandmother was biased and only worried about sister Yaoyi. Didn't she see that her granddaughter had lost a lot of weight in order to take care of sister Yaoyi?"

Gu Jingyao shook the matriarch's arm, but secretly checked the matriarch's pulse.

According to the original owner's memories, this loving grandmother had always had a headaches.

Because of this, Matriarch rarely participated in such a lively occasion, in case the headwind would ruin everyone's mood.

Even though Gu Jingyao had already concocted a prescription to treat headaches, she could only confirm the dosage after checking her pulse.

She frowned slightly and said, "Your granddaughter misses grandma. Even if grandma dislikes your granddaughter, your granddaughter will still stay by your side for a while. Can you just quietly sit there and not interrupt?"

"Sit here and listen to us. Don't feel bored." The matriarch was naturally reluctant to part with her beloved granddaughter, so she didn't urge her to leave.

"My granddaughter just wants to hear the voices of my grandmother and mother. Why would she feel bored?"

Gu Jingyao smiled and leaned her head against Matriarch He's shoulder. She smiled at Gu Yaoyi and said, "Little sister, let Hong Xiu accompany you for a walk. You have the best relationship in the family. Everyone must be thinking about you too much."

"Grandmother, mother, Yaoyi will take her leave first." Lili gave a small smile. Gu Jingyao's unreasonable way of playing had disrupted her plans, so she had to find another opportunity to avoid arousing suspicion.

Most of the people in the room were matriarchs, or people of Princess Consort of Ping Marquis's age.

Everyone's topics were nothing more than their children and grandchildren, as well as the way they were taken care of. It was indeed as boring as the matriarch had said. Gu Jingyao merely listened quietly and did not interrupt.

An hour passed. The matriarch's face was rather pale, and her forehead was beginning to sweat profusely.

"Quick, call the doctor." Princess Consort of Ping Marquis was a filial daughter-in-law. She was always on the lookout for the matriarch and naturally found out that something was amiss.

"Mother, may I trouble you to arrange for the guests to rest in the guest courtyard. I will take care of Grandmother."

Gu Jingyao helped the matriarch lie down, lifted up her dress, and massaged the acupuncture points on her head. She instructed Lv Hee calmly, "Lv Hee, prepare some ice cubes and a clean cloth bag. Be quick."

Lv Hee naturally obeyed her master's orders. Furthermore, she knew Gu Jingyao's medical knowledge, so she did not hesitate to make preparations.

Princess Consort of Ping Marquis was comforted by her daughter's calm and collected appearance.

However, the whispers and discussions from the surroundings caused her to regain her senses. She hurriedly said in a low voice, "Jingyao, now is not the time to try to be brave. Hurry up and get out of the way. Don't delay treating your grandmother."

"Mother, do you not believe in your daughter as well?" Gu Jingyao looked at Princess Consort of Ping Marquis with a determined gaze. When she saw Princess Consort of Ping Marquis's expression soften, she said with some sadness, "Your daughter swears on her life that she will save Grandmother, not play around with her."

Princess Consort of Ping Marquis froze for a moment. This was the first time she had seen Gu Jingyao put on such a show.

That pair of bright eyes made her unable to voice her doubts.

However, since it concerned the matriarch's safety, Princess Consort of Ping Marquis dared not take the risk. She did not want to ruin Gu Jingyao's reputation, so she spoke up to stop her.

Not giving Princess Consort of Ping Marquis a chance to choose, Gu Jingyao opened her purse and placed a pill into Matriarch He's mouth, gently stroking her chest to help her take the medicine.

"Jingyao!" Princess Consort of Ping Marquis shouted anxiously, but it was already too late to stop him.