The Qiao family men were leaving with their subordinate named Xiao Shi when they saw Song Laosan's posture.
"General Chu, let's finish collecting taxes from our house before we go to the garrison to register," Qiao Laoda requested of Chu Zhuo.
"Okay," Chu Zhuo agreed.
Everyone went back to the Qiao family home, feeling as if they had been reborn after surviving the ordeal.
Their eyes welled up with tears, and some even wanted to burst into tears.
"Brother, it's so good that you're both alright. We were so worried about you." Old Qiao was the youngest, and Old Zhang patted Old Qiao's shoulder, tears streaming down his face, his voice trembling.
"Those who survive a great calamity are sure to have good fortune in the future."
“You’ve turned misfortune into good fortune. Not to mention future blessings, good fortune has already arrived,” an uncle said.
"Heaven is watching now, and God is helping you."
Although the villagers were busy dealing with the officials who collected silver and grain, many of them stayed behind to see if they could do anything, or if all else failed, to see the Qiao family off.
Lian'er was trying to get everyone to speak up, which led to the trouble. The Qiao family had already sold out of grain, and it was said that they had bought several more shops, so they probably didn't have much cash left.
The women and girls all hugged the women of the Qiao family, weeping uncontrollably.
The situation just now was too dangerous and terrifying; those gleaming knives were held to the necks of the Qiao family members.
At a single command, heads rolled.
The Qiao family, in turn, comforted the villagers. Having experienced two battles with bandits, they were much calmer than the villagers in the face of this situation.
As Song Laosan approached their doorstep, the Qiao family quickened their pace.
Qiao Xier looked around but couldn't find Mu Xinghe or Mu Xingyue.
Upon seeing this, a villager said, "This morning, Mu Xinghe took Mu Xingyue to their maternal grandmother's house early in the morning."
Qiao Xi'er breathed a sigh of relief. Luckily, they didn't witness that scene; otherwise, Mu Xinghe would have been extremely worried.
"Brother Chu, thank you," Qiao Lian'er said.
"On the contrary, I should thank you," Chu Zhuo smiled.
Qiao Lian'er looked at him, puzzled.
“Every man in your Qiao family is capable; you might not meet one like them for years. You’ve registered them in my military register, and I’ve suddenly gained so many outstanding talents, strengthening my forces. Tell me, shouldn’t I thank you?”
Qiao Lian'er understood.
Having a special skill can save your life in a desperate situation.
She also thought that Chu Zhuo remembered the kindness she had shown to Shi Murou and wanted to repay her, and that the Qiao family men had shown their abilities by making them soldiers, which might be a way to save their lives.
Now that all three older brothers have become squad leaders, the family has once again achieved a small leap forward.
“Sister Lian’er, waaaah!” Lu’er, Acang and the others gathered around.
They were there the whole time, kowtowing to Song Laosan until their foreheads were bleeding.
"Alright, alright, I'm still alive. From now on, you'll have candy every day." Qiao Lian'er smiled and patted their heads like an adult.
Then he took out a handkerchief and wiped the blood off their heads.
True friendship is revealed in times of adversity, and the children's kindness deeply moved her.
"Sister Lian'er," Fusheng whispered to her, "We've been discussing this. If Song Laosan kills you all, we'll secretly find an opportunity to kill him too."
Qiao Lian'er's heart skipped a beat.
Seeing that the Qiao family had not only survived but also gained such great benefits, the Song family members were so angry that their eyes turned red.
"The Qiao family really got off easy; they got lucky!" Old Mrs. Song said indignantly.
Today was originally a great opportunity to wipe out the entire Qiao family and avenge our previous humiliation.
According to the plan, regardless of whether Qiao Lian'er said those words or not, they should find an excuse to arrest the Qiao family and make them wish they were dead.
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