He looked at his two companions and said, "You two go first."
Within the Jiang family household lived two brothers surnamed Zhao: the elder brother was named Zhao Zuo, and the younger brother was Zhao You. Although neither of them were particularly eloquent, they were known for their thoughtfulness in their actions.
The two brothers smiled at each other, clasped their hands in a fist salute, and said firmly, "We brothers are willing to stay and protect you!"
Jiang Huaiyu was slightly surprised and asked in confusion, "Oh? Aren't you in a hurry to return home and reunite with your wives and children?"
Zhao Zuo calmly replied, "Madam Jiang, although my brother and I are already in our thirties, we are still unmarried. Our mother unfortunately passed away last year, so we have no worries and can stay here wholeheartedly to protect your safety."
Tu Hang smiled slightly and explained, "Madam Jiang, these two brothers originally worked as porters at the docks. Later, by chance, they joined the Tu family and followed me for many years. They studied and practiced diligently and have achieved some success. They can be considered my half-disciples."
Jiang Huaiyu nodded and said, "In that case, I will never go back on my word. If you are willing to stay, I will give you a generous salary."
Zhao Zuo and Zhao You thanked her in unison, "Thank you, Madam Jiang!"
Since they began traveling with Jiang Huaiyu, she had always been kind and generous to them. The two brothers were deeply grateful and, knowing their master's predicament, resolutely stepped forward to help. Now that they had no other commitments, why not follow a kind and amiable master and receive double the reward, rather than serve someone else?
(End of this chapter)
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