Chapter 138 Disaster Relief
Because there were too many refugees in the city, Shen Jinan temporarily stayed in Cui Mansion. When the master and mistress of the Cui family heard that Shen Jinan had taken good care of Cui Shuer's health, they treated Shen Jinan like a guest of honor.
In order not to worry his family, Shen Jinan asked Cui Shuer to find someone to go back and report the news. Cui Shuer waved her hand and several strong guards went to the Gu family to deliver the message.
When the guard came back, he brought Shen Jinan a letter from Gu Yanqing.
She opened it and saw that it said, "Everyone at home is well, don't worry, my wife."
Cui Shu'er envied the harmonious relationship between the two and sighed to herself, wondering when she would find her ideal husband.
"Miss Cui is as beautiful as a fairy, and she is pure and kind. She will definitely find a good home."
Shen Jinan patted Cui Shuer's hand with a smile, indicating that she didn't need to worry.
After three days, perhaps with the order from above, the refugees in the city began to be resettled in an orderly manner, and order on the streets gradually returned.
Shen Jinan was concerned about her family, so she said goodbye to Cui Shuer. Cui Shuer tried to persuade her to stay, but seeing her determination, she had to say goodbye to her reluctantly. Before leaving, she stuffed a lot of things into Shen Jinan's carriage and asked the guards at home to escort her home.
The carriage finally arrived home, Shen Jinan got off the carriage in a hurry and pushed open the gate.
Gu Yanqing was teaching Sui Sui Huanhuan a text in the yard. The village had been in turmoil these days, so he asked the children to go back and rest first.
Hearing the sound of the courtyard door opening, Gu Yanqing hurriedly looked up and saw a familiar figure. He immediately put down the scripture in his hand.
"My wife!"
He walked over quickly, embraced Shen Jinan with his long arms, and held him tightly in his arms.
He hadn't seen her for the past three days, and he heard about the riots in the city. Even though he received the letter from the Cui family, he was still worried that Shen Jinan would be bullied.
Now that she has finally returned safely, the stone in my heart can finally be put down.
Shen Jinan, who was hugged tightly, smelled the reassuring scent on him, and his eyes couldn't help but wet.
Sui Sui Huan Huan also ran towards them with flapping legs.
"Mom, we miss you so much!"
The two dumplings' faces were full of concern, and their big tearful eyes made Shen Jinan feel distressed.
"Mom misses you too. Mom hasn't been home these past few days. Have you been eating well and being obedient?"
The corners of her eyes were slightly red, and her bare hands touched the children's fair and tender faces. She didn't feel how much she felt about them before, but after being separated for a few days, she missed them so much.
"Why didn't you ask me, ma'am?"
Gu Yanqing's voice sounded slightly aggrieved, and Shen Jinan punched him lightly in anger and amusement.
"You're such a grown-up, why are you still arguing with a child? If I didn't care about you, why would I have sent a letter to the Cui family and rushed back home in such a hurry?"
Hearing this, Gu Yanqing felt a sweet warmth in his heart, and his expression relaxed a lot, with tenderness and smile in his eyes.
"But where are my sister and the others? Why aren't they at home?"
Shen Jinan looked at the empty room and asked anxiously.
"Your sister went to Honglangfang to sort out the accounts and prepare to reopen the business. Senior Yue went to treat the refugees. Brother Broken Tooth has a group of brothers over in Fangzi Street. I heard that they helped many refugees fill their stomachs."
Gu Yanqing spoke slowly, his eyes full of admiration for these three people.
After listening to this, Shen Jinan couldn't help but sigh at their chivalrous deeds, "They are worthy of being legends in the martial arts world. I am ashamed to be inferior to them."
Seeing her like this, Gu Yanqing seemed to have made up his mind. He turned her shoulders and looked at her.
"Madam, I have something important to discuss with you."
A determined light flashed in his starry eyes, and Shen Jinan couldn't help but become serious.
"My husband, speak your mind."
Her soft hand gently rested on his arm, giving him great encouragement.
"Madam, I want to help with disaster relief."
Gu Yanqing's face was serious. The idea of disaster relief came to his mind the moment he saw the refugees. When he saw Hong Niangzi and others also contributing to this, he already had a plan in mind.
Now that Shen Jinan is back, Sui Sui Huanhuan has someone to take care of her, and he can also talk to her about this matter.
Hearing him say this, Shen Jinan was stunned for a moment, then asked.
"So where does my husband want to go, and what are his plans?"
Gu Yanqing briefly talked about the imperial court's recent conscription of able-bodied men to fight the flood. All healthy adult men in the village were captured. Because he had a relationship with the prince and the village chief intervened, the government did not take him away.
"Since Sui Sui Huan Huan still has no one to take care of her, I couldn't leave without peace of mind. Now that my wife is back, I should also do my part to help with this matter. The people are suffering now. I have benefited from their blessings and I can't bear to remain unscathed."
There was some excitement and some guilt in Gu Yanqing's tone, and the guilt was naturally towards Shen Jinan and the children.
Shen Jinan had just returned, and he made such a request. An ordinary woman would definitely feel resentful.
"My husband has great ambitions. Although I can't help him, you can go with peace of mind. I'm at home."
Shen Jinan held Gu Yanqing's bony hand, his eyes full of seriousness.
Seeing how considerate and righteous she was, Gu Yanqing felt even more guilty towards her and hugged her even tighter.
After this matter was settled, Shen Jinan turned around and went into the house to pack Gu Yanqing's luggage, put in two sets of clothes for changing, and took out a lot of dry food and simple pills from the system space.
After packing the bag, Shen Jinan handed it to Gu Yanqing, who took it carefully and slung it over his shoulder.
Sui Sui Huan Huan didn't understand what was going on, so she grabbed the corners of Gu Yanqing's clothes.
"Mom just came back, where is Dad going?"
The children's innocent faces made Gu Yanqing feel sorry for them. He half squatted down and held the children's chubby little hands.
"Daddy is going to help everyone fight the flood. He may be gone for a long time, or he may be back soon. You must be obedient while Daddy is away and don't cause trouble for Mom."
He gave detailed instructions, but Shen Jinan's eyes were wet, and he secretly turned his back and wiped the corner of his clothes.
Sui Sui Huan Huan was confused, but still agreed obediently.
After Gu Yanqing gave the two children instructions, he took Shen Jinan's hand.
"You've been working so hard at home, both inside and outside. I know how hard it's been for you, and I'll definitely make it up to you when I return."
His eyes were affectionate and determined. Shen Jinan leaned in his arms, closed his eyes, and then made up his mind to push him away.
"Husband, please take your time."
She took her two children and watched Gu Yanqing leave the courtyard.
After leaving home, Gu Yanqing went to find Li, the yamen runner who was conscripting young men. Li knew his relationship with the prince and was a little surprised to see him.
"Master Gu, why are you here when you're not at home? Go back quickly and don't let anyone see you."
Li Yayi lowered his voice and looked anxious.
Unexpectedly, Gu Yanqing looked indifferent.
"I came here to ask you to arrest me, but I also want to fight the flood."
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