Chapter 300: Capturing the Thief
Looking at the conspicuous purple lump on Yu's forehead, the old grandfather's expression became extremely gloomy.
"Are there any other injuries? Do you need a doctor to diagnose them?"
Yu shook her head helplessly and smiled bitterly, "I couldn't dodge in time and got hit. It should disappear after a few days. It's not a big deal. It's just..."
A slightly hesitant expression appeared on Yu's face. In his heart, he felt helpless and anxious at the old lady's unreasonable behavior. He pondered for a long time, and finally couldn't help but speak: "Grandfather, we spent a huge amount of money to purchase that embroidery shop. Although the deal was completed, I have been busy with housework these days and haven't been able to take care of it personally. I am really worried..."
"I'm worried that if I delay any longer, I'll miss out on important matters. I want to go to the embroidery shop myself tomorrow to check it out."
Although she had many complaints about Tu Suye, Yu never thought that taking care of her mother-in-law was a responsibility that could be shirked.
However, the old lady's behavior was really unbearable.
She claimed to be seriously ill but appeared energetic when awake.
He scolded Xi Lanfang yesterday, and pinched Li's arm the day before yesterday, leaving it bruises all over.
A few days ago, he almost hurt Gu Yuexuan, causing Tu Su Yanting to cry in fear. The children in the family were also frightened and did not dare to go near the main hall.
With all this trouble, it seems that the old lady will not pass away for a while, and it seems difficult to fulfill the responsibility of filial piety.
After all, people who don't want to live in this world may be summoned by the King of Hell at any time. Once they die, all grudges and hatreds will disappear.
Those who are alive need to continue living.
Yu knew that what she had just said was a bit too much, and the uneasiness in her heart was beyond words. However, after the old grandfather was silent for a moment, he nodded without much hesitation.
“That’s not a bad idea.”
"It's just that we've just taken over the embroidery shop, and there are so many things to take care of. I'm afraid it would be difficult for you to handle it alone."
The old grandfather paused for a moment and then continued, "Call your eldest sister-in-law and your younger sister-in-law, and take a few children with you. After you finish your business, you may want to stay there for a few days. You don't have to come back for the time being."
Yu was surprised: "But..."
"I'm in charge of all the family affairs, big and small, and there will be no mistakes."
The old grandfather gently closed his eyes and said calmly, "Even if something unfortunate happens, I will send Bo'er to inform you in time. There is no need to worry too much."
If it wasn't the critical moment of autumn harvest at home, Tu Subo and Gu Yuexuan would have been too busy to handle everything, and the old grandfather even planned to dismiss them all at once.
Yu's thoughts were in a tizzy, but the only thing that came to mind was the dying old lady in the main hall, spouting curses. She said bitterly, "Grandfather, my daughters-in-law have all left home. If outsiders saw us, I'm afraid it would lead to gossip."
“People’s words are indeed scary, but as long as your heart is clear, there is no need to blame yourself too much.”
The old grandfather waved his hand and said calmly, "We have been together for half our lives. If she is truly in dire straits, it is my duty to personally see her off."
"You have done your best. The rest is not your business. Go and get busy."
After hearing what the grandfather said, even though Xi Lanfang and others were still uneasy, after careful consideration, they decided to leave temporarily to avoid the limelight.
As adults they could manage, but the children couldn't.
Tu Su Yunxi and Tu Su Minxu were frightened by the old lady's hideous face and had nightmares every night. They cried and shouted, "Grandma, don't hit me." Tu Su Yanting and Tu Su Minyang were like eggplants hit by frost, with their heads drooping. The parents felt sorry for them and accumulated resentment in their hearts.
Xi Lanfang quickly packed up and nervously pulled Gu Yuexuan, who had just returned from the fields, and warned her, "Xuanxuan, you must follow Tu Subo's instructions. For the time being, you should temporarily live in the vacant house over at the winery. You don't need to set foot here."
"If it's really unbearable, come with me into the city today to hide."
Gu Yuexuan's skin is fair, and the slightest collision would leave shocking purple bruises.
On that fraught day, in her efforts to protect Tu Su and Yan Ting, Gu Yuexuan suffered an unfortunate blow from the old lady—the stone, hidden under her pillow at some unknown time, suddenly struck her arm. Although many days had passed, the purple bruise was still evident, a sight that evoked pity.
Gu Yuexuan didn't feel too much pain, and didn't take it to heart: "Mother, I absolutely cannot leave."
"There are still more than 60 acres of crops waiting to be harvested. If I leave now, Tu Subo will probably have to go to the fields himself, and there won't even be a place to rest."
Xi Lanfang couldn't help but sigh and warned, "Then you must remember my words and never let yourself get hurt again."
Gu Yuexuan's arm was bruised and swollen for several days, and Tu Subo's face was shrouded in gloom for several days.
From that day on, Tu Subo immediately packed up all the supplies that Gu Yuexuan might need, and even moved her to the winery that night, obviously unwilling to let Gu Yuexuan step into the main hall again.
Gu Yuexuan nodded seriously, indicating that she would do as she was told. Then she turned to the person at the door and asked, "Tu Subo, are the bags in the car packed? Have you put everything you need in place?"
Outside the door, Tu Subo's voice was emotionless as he replied, "Everything is ready. We can set off immediately."
"good."
After dealing with the repeated instructions from the person who was about to leave, Gu Yuexuan finally couldn't contain her curiosity when she took the wooden shield handed to her by Tu Su Minyang: "Tu Su Minyang, what is this item?"
Tu Suminyang had a funny expression on his face and replied, "This is a shield. It can withstand stone attacks!"
"Sister-in-law, I spent several days making this myself. It can easily block even a stone the size of a small bowl! We've already tested it! If Grandmother..."
"Tu Su Min Yang."
Yu glanced at Tu Suminyang, signaling him not to continue. Then she gently patted the back of Gu Yuexuan's hand and said gently, "Everyone should be more careful and listen carefully to the teachings of Grandfather and Third Uncle."
As for other trivial matters, there is no need to pay too much attention to them.
I just want to be open-minded and have no regrets.
Gu Yuexuan nodded gently, watching the carriage carrying seven passengers slowly drive away, its wheels swaying as it moved further and further away. When the carriage disappeared from her sight, she turned her head, a cold look instantly covering her brows, her mouth tensed, and her teeth gnashing.
"Come with me, we are going to the fields tonight to set up camp and catch those thieves!"
Tu Subo saw the small and exquisite wooden shield in her hand transform into sharp sword lights as she swung it. He couldn't help but raise his eyebrows and said with a dumb smile, "Xuanxuan, I will definitely be able to capture those thieves, don't worry."
Gu Yuexuan thought of the rice that had been stolen from the fields, and her heart was furious. The veins on her forehead were throbbing, and she said in a bad tone: "Even if you promise, I won't be at ease."
"You go and arrest them yourself, and I'll be there to witness it myself! This time, we must bring those thieves to justice!"
"We must catch him!"
"I want to make those shameless thieves understand that not everyone's property can be stolen at will!"
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