Madam Gu genuinely wanted to compensate Qin Tingxue.
Thus, she didn't hold back any of the good things.
When Qi Zhenzhen arrived, Madam Gu had already instructed Nanny Fang to bring out a pile of items. Most of them were exquisitely crafted jewelry, each piece a work of art that would captivate anyone in modern times.
"Zhenzhen, take a look for your grandmother. Are these suitable as betrothal gifts for your mother-in-law?" Madam Gu asked eagerly, holding Qi Zhenzhen's hand.
"Grandmother has excellent taste. Any of these you've chosen are presentable," Qi Zhenzhen replied.
She wasn't just saying it to please the elder; it was the honest truth.
"Logically, these possessions of mine will eventually belong to A Nian. However, regarding A Nian's mother, the Gu family has indeed wronged her," Madam Gu sighed, worried that the gifts might not be as substantial as Qi Zhenzhen's own.
"Grandmother, A Nian has given me a lot of personal savings. He told me that they were all from you, Grandmother," Qi Zhenzhen said with a smile. "If you think about it, Grandmother's best possessions have mostly come to me."
"Zhenzhen, you are truly an understanding and good girl." Madam Gu could tell that Qi Zhenzhen was trying to comfort her.
Soon, Qi Zhenzhen helped select all the items for Qin Tingxue.
Madam Gu had initially considered melting down some of the pieces, but Qi Zhenzhen's persuasion made her abandon the idea.
That was right; once the items were given to Qin Tingxue, she could do whatever she pleased with them.
Moreover, Qin Tingxue might not dislike items with an antique charm.
Before long, it was the day before Qin Tingxue's wedding.
Qi Zhenzhen accompanied Madam Gu to the Qin residence.
Old Madam Qin personally received Madam Gu.
Truth be told, Old Madam Qin held some resentment towards Madam Gu. After all, any mother would find it difficult to accept her daughter's experiences in the Gu family over the years.
However, Old Madam Qin also knew that Madam Gu was not the primary cause of the issue.
Furthermore, Madam Gu was currently staying with her grandson. If she were to make things difficult for Madam Gu, it would be disrespectful to her grandson.
Coupled with the fact that her daughter was getting married again, a joyous occasion, Old Madam Qin received Madam Gu courteously.
Madam Gu, naturally, sincerely apologized to Old Madam Qin.
Her words were earnest, and her attitude humble.
Considering Gu Changwei's current difficult circumstances and the fact that her son-in-law, Xie Chen, was now a favored official by the Emperor, Old Madam Qin suddenly felt at ease.
Her daughter would undoubtedly have a good life from now on.
Therefore, why should she dwell on past grievances?
With this thought, Old Madam Qin's attitude towards Madam Gu became genuine.
Before the two families became in-laws, their relationship had been quite good.
Once they put aside their past differences, their conversation flowed smoothly.
After their talk, Madam Gu, accompanied by Qi Zhenzhen, went to Qin Tingxue's courtyard.
Qin Tingxue was delighted to see Madam Gu.
She had always been able to distinguish between people. Gu Changwei was Gu Changwei, and Madam Gu was Madam Gu.
Moreover, since she married into the Gu family, Madam Gu had been impeccable in her treatment of her.
On this joyous occasion, Madam Gu, to avoid dampening the mood with talk of Gu Changwei, simply offered blessings from an elder's perspective and showered Xie Chen with compliments.
The atmosphere was harmonious, and both parties were pleased.
Qi Zhenzhen secretly thought that her future father-in-law would be overjoyed if he heard this, his tail wagging with delight if he had one.
Most importantly, her mother-in-law echoed her grandmother's praise.
As many guests had come to offer betrothal gifts, Madam Gu did not stay long.
Given her status, if she didn't leave, Qin Tingxue would have to attend to her.
This would mean neglecting other guests, which would not be good for Qin Tingxue.
As for Qi Zhenzhen, Madam Gu did not call her to leave with her. Qin Tingxue was very busy, and as a daughter-in-law, it was only right for her to assist. After all, back home, An An would be taken care of by her.
However, before Madam Gu could even leave, trouble erupted.
Gu Changwei had arrived with a group of people, causing a disturbance.
This time was different from before.
Previously, Gu Changwei had visited a few times and had remained relatively rational, at least not attempting to force his way in. Or rather, his attempts to force his way in had failed.
But this time, he had brought enough people.
Furthermore, Xie Chen's men were all back at the Xie residence, awaiting orders. The Qin family's guards were unable to stop them.