He Liping originally planned to explain things clearly, rest for one night, and then go back.
But her father stopped her.
He Si also asked him to stay a few more days to spend time with his mother.
He Liping agreed.
Anyway, there's nothing going on at home. He doesn't trust his father-in-law about anything else, but he'll definitely be able to handle something as simple as asking for leave. There's no need to worry.
As for his wife and daughters, Mingyue and Jiajia are also close to them. Even if he is away from home for a few days, given his wife's temperament, the couple wouldn't dare to mistreat them.
Perhaps if I weren't around, Mingyue wouldn't have to rush ahead of me like a protective mother, and if she could tone down her sharpness, she and her daughter could have a few more days of peace.
Thinking that he hadn't experienced such a relaxed life in a long time, He Liping simply couldn't refuse his father's suggestion.
He Liping has been living in the same room with his parents for the past few days.
His younger siblings made a makeshift bed for him in that room using planks and straw. Although it was simple, it allowed He Liping to get a few good nights' sleep in a row, which was a rare treat.
Perhaps this is also related to being back with his parents; he felt at ease.
Every night before going to bed, the father would chat with He Liping, and he learned about everything that had happened before, as well as why his younger brother chose to marry into the family.
He had observed this over the past few days: the members of the Qianjin Brigade were indeed much closer to his younger brother than to other educated youth, which seemed to be related to his brother's marriage into the family.
They clearly consider their younger brother, and even their parents, as one of their own.
Seeing that his parents and brothers were all safe and sound, He Liping finally felt a little relieved.
In short, his parents and siblings are living much better lives now than he had ever imagined!
If it weren't for the circumstances, he would have liked to bring his wife and daughter to come and join him here!
Of course, this is just a fantasy.
He Liping also knew it was impossible.
He stayed for a few more days, and the Forward Brigade remained peaceful.
So much so that He Liping had to reflect on whether he had been overreacting and making a big fuss about the previous incident.
He Liping was preparing to leave.
No matter what, he still has a wife and daughters at home, and a job. It's one thing to escape occasionally, but how can he stay away from home forever?
That noon, just as He Liping was discussing with his family about borrowing a mule cart from the production team to take him to the commune, Sun Xiaohong rushed over in a flurry.
As she ran, she shouted, "Shiyue, something terrible has happened! People from the commune are here and they're going to ransack your house!"
Shiyue jumped up!
The other people in the house also stood up and walked with her into the yard.
He Lixuan strode quickly and reached the courtyard gate immediately. He opened the gate and said to Sun Xiaohong, "Don't rush, tell me slowly, what exactly happened?"
Sun Xiaohong glared at him: "Aren't you in a hurry yet? Those people have already reached the east end of the village! They're from the commune's revolutionary committee, and my dad said there are also people from the armed forces department. They said they're coming to arrest the 'five black categories' and deserters!"
They also want to punish Shiyue, accusing her of harboring bad elements!
Sun Xiaohong was so anxious that she stomped her feet!
"Shiyue, you need to think of something quickly. My dad and the deputy captain are trying to stop them, but I don't think they can hold them off for long."
The deputy captain just whispered to me, "You need to go to the commune right away and try to call Uncle Shen!"
Sun Xiaohong's words caused everyone in the courtyard to change their expressions.
He Si stepped forward and said, "Don't bother, we'll just go with them. They're here to find us. Once we leave, you'll have peace and quiet."
He smiled at Shiyue as he spoke, his eyes filled with affection.
He said, "Thank you, Shiyue, thank you for allowing me and your mother to enjoy this family happiness in our final days."
Now that we know you and Lixuan are living happily, and we've met the eldest and second eldest sons and know they are safe and sound, that's enough for us.
He waved to his eldest son and said, "Liping, go and help your mother get dressed. We're leaving now."
He Lixuan immediately stepped in front of his brother.
His eyes were red, and his muscles were tense.
He couldn't bring himself to say no, since Shiyue was involved.
But his body refused to move, blocking his brother's path and glaring at him fiercely.
It seems that if He Liping takes one more step inside, he will fight his own brother to the death!
At this moment, Shiyue spoke up.
She said, "Dad, don't talk nonsense. What do you mean by leaving? This is your home. Where do you want to go?"
Besides, things shouldn't be that serious. My family is a certified supporter of the military, with the commune's official stamp, and I'm recognized as an advanced individual. Not just anyone can come and arrest people from my home!
"Oh no, that's not it!" Seeing that Shiyue still didn't understand the seriousness of the matter, Sun Xiaohong was so anxious that she jumped up and down.
She wanted to explain further, but He Lixue, who had run over breathlessly, took over the conversation.
He said between breaths, "Shiyue, this isn't as simple as you think! Those people seem to have come prepared today. The captain already told them about your situation, and they know it, but they still rushed over here."
Don't worry about it, it's none of your business.
You and Lixuan stay at home; I'm taking Mom and Dad with me.
As he spoke, he pulled at his younger brother: "Lixuan, get out of the way! What's wrong with you being so stubborn right now? Let Mom and Dad come to our place. I've already discussed it with the teacher. We'll say that Mom and Dad are here to see me and that they've been living with us all along."
Anyway, the teacher's already wearing a hat, and I'm already in this situation. Having our parents come with us is the best solution right now…
"What's the best solution? I'm not going!" He Siyi snapped.
He walked past his three sons and went into the house by himself, saying, "We won't go with any of you! We're all old and won't live much longer, so why should we be a burden to you?"
"Stay put, all of you! Anyone who dares to come near me, I'll beat them to death today!"
Although the second son now lives with Professor Liang, his background is clean.
He applied to go to the countryside as a student at the time.
If we really look into it, he should be considered a sent-down youth, just like the third brother.
Because he went to the countryside early, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call him an advanced individual.
How could I possibly seek refuge with him at this time?
Wouldn't that completely ruin this son?
How could He Siyi do such a thing?
He strode into the house, determined to leave this place with his wife.
Just then, Sun Xiaohong cried out in despair, "Stop fighting! It's too late, those people are coming!"
The group stopped what they were doing and looked toward the path outside the courtyard.
Then they saw a large group of about twenty people coming over at once!
Apart from Captain Sun, who was helplessly leading the way, and a few other leaders in the team, everyone else was fully armed!
They were all wearing military uniforms of varying ages, with belts around their waists and red armbands on their arms.
And each of them was holding all sorts of weapons!
Seeing this, everyone's expressions turned serious.
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