Marquis Gu was somewhat hesitant.
He was thinking that Mrs. Zhao's origins were strange, and if she really got tangled up with the Yelv Family, those two children would be hard to settle. Instead of letting things get ugly later, it might be better to keep some distance now.
Qin Yuan advised, "When it comes to these matters of worldly affairs, Mother is more skilled than us. These two have neither father nor mother now, and the Magistrate hasn't made a determination yet. If we push them too far away, some people will gossip, saying stuff like, 'The father sacrificed his life for the Marquis, yet his children are left uncared for, leaving people cold-hearted.' In my opinion, it'd be better to keep them nearby. First, to see what Mrs. Zhao does next; second, to guard against others' idle talk. When the Magistrate gives a conclusion, then it won't be too late to make arrangements."
Marquis Gu said, "Let's do as you say for now, see who Mother will suggest to look after them."
