Chapter 197: Their provocation cannot be tolerated

The villagers immediately expressed their support for Tu Subo, believing that he was wrongly accused. Wei Tianwen's originally determined eyes began to waver, and finally he changed his tone and said, "Tu Subo, perhaps you were wronged."

At this moment, the atmosphere in Tu Su's courtyard was tense and subtle. Gu Yuexuan stood in front of the bed, holding a piece of cloth in her hand, her brow furrowed. She looked at Tu Subo, a hint of doubt in her eyes.

Tu Subo stood at the door, looking at Gu Yuexuan, feeling a little uneasy. He knew that if there was no reasonable explanation for this injustice, it would affect his and his family's reputation.

"Gu Yuexuan, why do you touch those 'dirty things'?" Tu Subo couldn't help but ask.

Gu Yuexuan raised her head, looked at Tu Subo, and said firmly, "I know you are a good person in the village, but I always feel that there is something strange about this matter. I don't want our family to be implicated because of this injustice."

Tu Subo sighed and said, "I know you're worried about me, but this matter really has nothing to do with me. I'm just taking care of the horses in the stable and I don't know where these fabrics come from."

At this time, the villagers gathered around and said in unison:

"Tu Subo, we all know you are a good person. I believe you have been wronged."

"Yes, Tu Subo, you must prove your innocence."

"Wei Tianwen has changed his words. It seems this injustice can be reversed."

Gu Yuexuan listened to the villagers' discussion and felt a little moved. She looked at Tu Subo, a hint of determination flashing in her eyes.

"Tu Subo, I believe you. I will help you investigate this matter and free you from the injustice."

Tu Subo looked at Gu Yuexuan with emotion and nodded heavily: "Thank you, Gu Yuexuan. I will work with you to investigate this matter and clear my name."

So, Gu Yuexuan began to investigate in the village. She asked the neighbors and found the people who were near the stable that day.

Gu Yuexuan frowned and looked at Tu Subo, bewildered. "Tu Subo, how did you arrange the alibi and the time difference? The more I think about it, the more suspicious it seems. Is there something hidden that you wouldn't tell me?"

Tu Subo smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in his eyes, yet he looked at Gu Yuexuan tenderly: "Xuanxuan, you are very smart. I think you should have guessed some of it. Since you have already guessed it, why should I explain it in detail?"

Gu Yuexuan frowned slightly and looked at Tu Subo with a puzzled look on her face: "Tu Subo, you're even more confused when you say that. Since you don't want to talk about the details, why did you tell me that you did it?"

Tu Subo gently held Gu Yuexuan's hands, his eyes full of affection: "Xuanxuan, I know you have many questions in your heart, but I believe you will understand me. For some things, as long as I know it was you who did it, that's enough. As for the details, I think it's better to let it remain a little secret between us."

Gu Yuexuan looked at Tu Subo with a flicker of disappointment in her eyes, but soon regained her composure. She sighed softly, "Tu Subo, I know you have your own plans, and I don't want to interfere too much. However, this matter is of great importance, and I'm worried that you'll get into trouble."

Tu Subo gently patted Gu Yuexuan's hand and said with a smile, "Xuanxuan, don't worry. I know what I'm doing and I won't put myself in any trouble. Moreover, the success of this matter has made me more convinced that my choice is right."

Gu Yuexuan looked at Tu Subo, a hint of curiosity flashing in her eyes: "Tu Subo, I really want to know how you did it. Can you tell me a little bit?"

Tu Subo smiled, a sly look in his eyes. "Well, since you're so curious, I'll tell you briefly. Actually, all of this was carefully planned by me. The evidence of my absence was arranged in advance. As for the time difference, it's because I deliberately made you think I was in another place. However, I can't tell you the specific details."

Gu Yuexuan's eyes flashed with surprise when she heard this, but then she regained her composure. She smiled softly, "Tu Subo, you're so clever! I didn't even notice it. However, I still feel something is amiss. After all, this matter involves so many implications. Have you ever considered the disastrous consequences if it's exposed?"

Tu Subo gently patted Gu Yuexuan's shoulder and said with a smile, "Xuanxuan, you don't have to worry too much. I know my limits. Moreover, the success of this matter has made me more convinced that my choice is right. As long as we are united as a couple and face it together, I believe we will be able to overcome this difficulty."

Gu Yuexuan looked at Tu Subo, a touch of emotion flashing in her eyes.

Tu Subo pondered for a moment before finally deciding to reveal the truth to Gu Yuexuan. He looked at her worried eyes and felt a pang of guilt. He took a deep breath and spoke slowly.

"At three quarters past midnight that day, I went out alone to patrol the surroundings of the village. You know, the feud between me and the Wei family has never stopped over the years, so I patrol every night to prevent any accidents." Tu Subo's voice was low, revealing an unquestionable firmness.

Gu Yuexuan bit her lower lip lightly, frowning slightly. She knew about the grudge between the Tu Su family and the Wei family, but she didn't expect things to develop to this point.

"Then, how did you find Wei Tianwen and the others?" Gu Yuexuan asked softly, her eyes full of worry.

Tu Subo nodded slightly and recalled, "That night, while patrolling a rice paddy outside the village, I discovered Wei Tianwen and two other men destroying our rice seedlings. I was furious, but I knew I couldn't act rashly. So, I decided to wait and see what they were up to."

Gu Yuexuan listened to her husband's story, a trace of fear flashing in her eyes. She held Tu Subo's hand tightly and whispered, "What did you do next?"

Tu Subo looked at Gu Yuexuan's nervous expression, patted her hand gently, and comforted her: "Don't worry, I later sneaked into the Wei family, knocked Wei Tianwen unconscious, and pressed his mute point. To prevent him from causing trouble again, I also twisted his arm."

Gu Yuexuan's face turned pale when she heard this. She couldn't believe that her husband had done such a thing. She looked at Tu Subo with a hint of doubt and fear in her eyes.

"Brother Bo, how could you do this? Although the Wei family has a grudge against us, if such a thing gets out, wouldn't it have a bad impact on our Tu Su family?" Gu Yuexuan couldn't help but persuade.

Tu Subo looked at Gu Yuexuan, a flicker of tenderness in his eyes. He gently stroked her hair and whispered, "I know this isn't good for you or me, but I can't bear to see our crops destroyed, and I can't tolerate them provoking us like this. I'm doing this to protect our home."

Gu Yuexuan listened to Tu Subo's explanation and understood a little, but she still felt a little uneasy. She looked at Tu Subo with worry in her eyes.

"Brother Bo, what should we do now? Will the Wei family retaliate against us if they find out?" Gu Yuexuan asked nervously.