As the night deepened, the village gradually returned to tranquility from the intense commotion.
The moon quietly revealed its cold light from behind the clouds, gently sprinkling on the earth, covering it with a layer of silver-white gauze, as if bringing a touch of comfort to this disturbed night.
A gentle breeze blew, stirring up the fine ash on the ground. The air was mixed with the fragrance of grass and trees and the faint smell of ashes left after the fire was extinguished.
At the entrance of the village, the figures of three people were elongated by the moonlight.
Wei Che stood aside, his face angular and his eyes revealed determination and deep thought.
A few strands of hair on his forehead danced slightly in the night wind, and the corners of his clothes were stained with a little dust, as if it was the mark of the battle just now.
However, his expression revealed a calm relief.
"This matter has finally come to an end,"
His deep, powerful voice echoed in the silence.
Su Huaiyue stood sideways beside him, her face looked particularly soft in the moonlight, and her bright eyes flashed with ease yet a hint of worry.
Even in dangerous situations, she remained calm and elegant.
Her long black hair was casually draped over her shoulders, faintly reflecting the moonlight. A complex emotion surged in her heart, as if she had found some kind of tranquility and comfort in this dark night.
"Yes, we still have a lot to face."
Her voice was as gentle as the night wind, yet it revealed a tenacity that could not be ignored.
General Rongsheng stood not far away, a gentle smile appearing on his weather-beaten face.
He was a tall and strong man, his armor looked particularly upright in the moonlight, and the badge of honor gleamed on his shoulder.
He patted Wei Che's shoulder, his eyes full of appreciation and encouragement.
"You are already outstanding, I am just the icing on the cake."
He laughed heartily, his voice deep and powerful, as if to inject infinite strength into people.
After a pause, his expression became slightly serious. "But regarding that Celestial God Organization, it's all thanks to you."
Wei Che nodded.
"It's okay, we just did what we had to do."
"Then we'll go ahead,"
After General Rongsheng finished speaking, he took a group of officers and soldiers under his command to escort the villagers away.
On the side, the villagers were talking to each other in low voices, their eyes full of hope, and the fear just now was gradually replaced by gratitude from the bottom of their hearts.
Several elders held Su Huaiyue's hands and kept thanking her, which made Su Huaiyue a little overwhelmed, but also felt warm.
Wei Che nodded gently and whispered, "We did what we should do. Their gratitude is their recognition of you."
His eyes are warm, giving people a sense of persistence and reassurance.
The next day, at dawn, sunlight shone through the cracks in the roof onto the earth, and the idle people in the village had already started to get busy.
Su Huaiyue and Wei Che packed their luggage and prepared to return to Beijing.
Nai Qiu appeared holding Uncle Ping's grandson and came to thank Su Huaiyue.
"Thank you, this child..."
Su Huaiyue knew what she wanted to say, "He is so young and has no relatives. He will need your care in the future."
Nai Qiu nodded, her voice a little hoarse, "Actually, Zhang Guzi is me..."
"It doesn't matter anymore," Su Huaiyue interrupted her, "this kind of thing won't happen again."
In fact, the figure she saw on the night Zhang Guzi died was Nai Qiu.
Nai Qiu felt her kindness and looked at her with gratitude.
Wei Che beside him said, "Let's go."
Su Huaiyue nodded and looked into the distance where the sun was shining.
Night falls quietly and the village is immersed in tranquility, with only the occasional whispers on the wind breaking the silence.
Su Huaiyue and Wei Che walked on the small path leading to the ruined temple, the moonlight like water, sprinkling on their shoulders.
The two of them were silent, and the scene was solemn.
"That temple has been abandoned for a long time, right?"
Su Huaiyue said softly, her voice floating gently in the air.
Wei Che nodded and brushed off the dust on his sleeves. "Yes, no one has taken care of it for a long time. I hope the paper we burn today can bring some comfort to those wronged souls."
When we arrived at the dilapidated temple, the moonlight shone through the broken roof, casting a layer of silver on the thin walls.
They made several small fires with the hay they brought and put paper money into the flames one by one.
She turned to look at Wei Che, "You... don't want revenge?"
Wei Che's face was made more resolute by the firelight. He looked down at her with a slight glimmer in his eyes.
"Of course I do," he paused, gazing up at the night sky, "but I should also consider the greater good. If the country remains corrupt, these grudges will remain unrequited. Even if revenge is taken, what good will it do if the treacherous ministers are not removed?"
Su Huaiyue nodded, understanding his concerns, "The power of one person is insignificant."
Wei Che turned to face the blazing fire and continued, "But if we can shoulder the great cause of our country, perhaps things will change in the future."
The flickering firelight reflected his unwavering expression.
Su Huaiyue gradually felt a sense of peace in her heart, which was not just because she witnessed Wei Che's determination.
"Okay, the paper money is almost burned," Wei Che gently patted the dust off his hands, "Let's go back."
The two left the dilapidated temple and slowly walked back to the village along the way they came.
A gust of night wind blew by, bringing with it the barking of dogs from villagers in the distance and the warm lights from every household.
Their footsteps gradually faded away, as if their hope for the future became clearer in the night.
The next morning, as soon as the sky turned pale, the exile team was ready to set off again.
Su Huaiyue and Wei Che walked in front. They looked at the long journey ahead of them in silence, each with their own thoughts in their hearts.
Wei Ersao, contrary to her usual behavior, kept silent, which surprised Su Huaiyue a little.
My second sister-in-law, who is always chattering on weekdays, seems very quiet today. Perhaps the resonance in everyone's hearts last night dispelled her usual complaints.
Madam Wei also cast a satisfied look at Su Huaiyue.
"Madam Wei, thanks to you being here last night, we were able to get through it safely."
Some people gathered around Su Huaiyue, and Wei Yunrou showed admiration on her face.
Su Huaiyue smiled and shook her head. "It is through everyone's cooperation that we can overcome this difficult time. Your concern and contribution are the most valuable."
Lord Li walked over and looked at Su Huaiyue, feeling a little emotional.
He looked at Su Huaiyue and said, "Thanks to you, we can be safe along the way."
"Master Li, thank you for your praise. We are just helping each other."
Su Huaiyue responded modestly.
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