Hu Lingyu didn't want to say much about the specific reason over the phone, only that she had sent him a letter in advance and that the letter should have arrived.

"Your dad and older brother are working on a solution to this. You just need to take care of your little family with Yu Yao. In critical moments, no matter what happens to us, your older brother, and your sister-in-law, don't get involved, understand?"

Although Hu Lingyu's voice was anxious, it also carried an undeniable firmness.

Lu Ze frowned deeply; his third brother's crime was probably not simple.

Hearing the silence inside, Hu Lingyu, knowing her son's personality, added, "Lu Ze, you need to understand that you are the most promising person in our Lu family. Regardless of what you think in your heart, only if you are well can the Lu family have a chance to rise again. Promise me you can do it?"

Lu Ze understood Hu Lingyu's meaning perfectly well.

It's clear to reason that it's difficult to stand idly by, but also to be reasonable.

Hu Lingyu asked again, "Lu Ze, I need you to promise me that no matter what happens between us, you won't interfere! This is your father's wish."

Hearing that this was Lu Huiyun's idea, Lu Ze said, "Mom, I understand. I will be careful."

Seeing that her youngest son had agreed, Hu Lingyu breathed a sigh of relief.

She knew it was impossible for Lu Ze to completely ignore the matter, but at least he had promised, so he would have some reservations when he did intervene.

Her youngest son may seem cold and unfriendly on the surface, but he is actually the most loyal and affectionate.

After exchanging a few more words, Lu Ze hung up the phone. He then immediately went to the post office and successfully retrieved the letter sent by Hu Lingyu.

Lu Ze opened the letter, quickly skimmed through it, and got a general understanding of the situation. He didn't delay any longer; he needed to tell Yu Yao about it.

Back home, Wu Huaiqing had just tried making a dish of ginger duck and crab. He placed it in front of Yu Yao and looked at her nervously.

Yu Yao picked up her chopsticks, took a small piece of duck meat, and put it in her mouth. Apart from the duck skin being slightly burnt, the taste was quite good.

"How is it?" Wu Huaiqing nervously pushed up his glasses.

Yu Yao nodded in approval: "It's very well done. The ginger flavor is rich and it's sweet and delicious. Next time, remember to flip it over in time. Just make sure the duck skin is golden brown, don't burn it."

Wu Huaiqing breathed a sigh of relief and smiled. "My sister taught me so well. There's still one duck left. I'll make it again when I get back tonight. This time I'll flip it over quickly and make sure the skin doesn't burn."

As the two were talking, they saw Lu Ze walk in.

"Lu Ze, you're back. What does Mom want to see you about?"

Lu Ze took out the letter and handed it to Yu Yao, saying, "Third Brother has been taken away by the Revolutionary Committee. This matter could be serious or minor."

Seeing his grave expression, Yu Yao realized something had happened to the Lu family and quickly opened the envelope to check.

To be precise, it was Lu Ze's third brother, Lu Guoliang, who got into trouble.

After the Lu family published a notice severing ties, Lu Guoliang, at Su Ya's urging, became closer to Su Ya's family.

During the Red Army movement, the Su family took the opportunity to settle personal scores and gained power, offending many people in the Revolutionary Committee.

The incident began when the eldest brother of the Su family secretly sabotaged his superiors in an attempt to bring them down.

Lu Guoliang was completely used as a pawn by the Su family, getting involved in factional struggles within the Revolutionary Committee, and letters between him and foreign forces were even found in his home.

Taking this opportunity, the other party ransacked Lu Guoliang's home and took Lu Guoliang and Su Yu there for investigation and trial.

This matter may seem trivial or significant, but it will be magnified in the eyes of those who are interested.

Seeing that she had finished reading, Lu Ze said, "Based on my understanding of my second brother, although he is arrogant and proud, he is timid and would never dare to do such a thing. He has most likely been framed."

Yu Yao frowned slightly. "Will this affect you and Dad?"

"The island is a self-contained system, and given that I had already announced our separation from the Lu family and severed ties in the newspaper, it's unlikely that I'll be implicated in this matter..."

"What about Mom and Dad, and my older brother and sister-in-law?"

After a moment of silence, Lu Ze said, "I'm not sure. Judging from the phone call my mother gave me, the situation is not optimistic. I'll go see the division commander first."

"Then you go first."

Lu Ze turned to leave, but Yu Yao quickly stopped him, took a steamed bun from the room, added some vegetables, and gave it to him: "You need to eat to have the energy to handle things. Don't worry, Mom and Dad will definitely be fine."

Lu Ze nodded and turned to leave.

After this incident, Yu Yao and Wu Huaiqing lost their appetite and just ate a few bites.

Seeing Yu Yao's worry, Wu Huaiqing comforted her, "Sister, don't worry. With Lu Ze's abilities, he will definitely handle it well."

Yu Yao wasn't worried about Lu Ze's abilities, but in this special period, all sorts of demons, monsters, and clowns were running rampant, and even the most powerful people could be affected.

It's not uncommon for a novice to defeat a master with a flurry of punches.

But she had no other choice but to wait patiently at home and try not to cause Lu Ze any trouble.

After finishing his meal, Wu Huaiqing went back first. Before leaving, he told Yu Yao, "I have a classmate who works in the Revolutionary Committee. I'll go to the post office and ask if there's anything I can do to help."

Yu Yao said, "Thank you, brother."

Wu Huaiqing patted Yu Yao's head. "Silly girl, I'm your brother, why are you being so polite with me? Alright, I won't say any more, I'm leaving now."

Yu Yao saw Wu Huaiqing out of the courtyard, but instead of going back to her house immediately, she took the cooled rosin to Su Meihua's house and told her that she wouldn't be going to the beach that afternoon.

Lu Ze did not return that night.

Two days later, Battalion Commander Wu and Sister-in-law Yu Feng came to visit, bringing news of Old Lady Niu's family.

Grandma Niu was detained by the police for theft and is awaiting trial; she may be sentenced to three years. Grandma Wu and Grandpa Wu were convicted of harboring a criminal and may face up to one year in prison.

Song Yufeng handed over an envelope, her face full of shame and apology. "Yuyao, we are really sorry. Although they have received their due punishment, your losses have not yet been compensated. This is a small token of our appreciation. We hope you can accept it."

Yu Yao opened the envelope and saw several large unity bills and colorful small bills inside.

She didn't refuse to accept it, but instead took out a few small bills and handed the rest back to Song Yufeng.

"Commander Wu, Sister-in-law Yu Feng, I've recovered most of the things that were stolen from me. The broken items weren't worth much anyway, so this money is enough. You can take the rest back."

If it weren't for the fear of making them feel guilty, Yu Yao wouldn't have accepted even this small amount of money.

The main thing is that the culprit has been caught, so she got her revenge. The damaged items were mainly a lot of work to make, and they weren't worth much money.

In truth, Battalion Commander Wu and Sister-in-law Yu Feng were also victims.

After what Grandma Niu and her group did, it's unlikely that Battalion Commander Wu will be promoted in the future.