Chapter 27 Lead the way
The little girl's laziness and gluttony are not a big problem, but she must be observant, especially Xiao Qi, who is always fond of cleanliness and can't stand mess.
"Brother, I need to go to the embroidery shop to exchange the embroidery that Mother made for copper coins."
Lin Yuesha was anxious to go home, but remembering her mother Chen's instructions, she decided it was better to handle everything at once. With such a big incident at home, they might not have time to go to the city.
"It's all changed now, and I even bought some things."
Xiao Qi took the books he had copied to a bookstore and exchanged them for some money. Originally, he planned to take an oxcart with Lin Yuesha for a while, and then walk back when the oxcart could no longer reach the area.
But the family is in a lot of turmoil right now, and someone has to deal with the officials. My father is bedridden, so he is the most suitable person to do so.
Therefore, Xiao Qi didn't care about saving money and went directly to the carriage shop to find a driver to take the brother and sister for a while.
Lin Yuesha sat in the carriage, still feeling a little unreal.
"Brother, this trip must have cost a lot of money, right?"
Lin Yuesha was prepared to walk back on her own two legs when Xiao Qi gave her a surprise.
Although it saved her effort and less suffering, Lin Yuesha felt a pang of heartache when she thought about the money she had spent.
It's still because of poverty; he just can't shake his petty and stingy ways.
Lin Yuesha reminded herself that she had to make money, to get rich, and at least not to mistreat herself for such a small amount of money!
"Not expensive, fifty coins."
Xiao Qi remained calm. This was still considered cheap, because they were riding in a cargo carriage, which was very basic and lacked charcoal braziers.
Lin Yuesha nodded absentmindedly.
The driver was an experienced man who frequently delivered goods to the village and knew the roads well. They took a shortcut and arrived only half an hour later than the officials.
"Tingyun, Xiaoya, you're back."
Unable to help, and having to stay home to take care of Xiao Chenggui, Chen would often stand at the door looking out, her eyes red, clearly aware that she knew the truth.
The arrival of the officials could not be kept secret, and many villagers rushed to watch the spectacle.
Chenjia Village is just a remote little place that has been peaceful for many years. Not to mention murder cases, even petty theft is rare.
Lin Yuesha called out worriedly, "Mother, it's too cold. The temperature difference between inside and outside is too great. Be careful not to catch a cold."
"Little girl, your older cousin..."
Chen hesitated, but ultimately said nothing. Before the truth came out, it was clearly inappropriate to say anything.
“Mother, the officials and the coroner have arrived. I’m worried that my eldest uncle won’t be able to handle it, so I’m going over there.”
Xiao Qi handed the bundle to Chen Shi. Hearing that everyone was in the small forest, he was about to go and see what was going on.
"Brother, I'll show you the way."
Lin Yuesha trotted after Xiao Qi, quickly waving to her mother, Chen Shi. Chen Shi tried to keep her daughter from getting closer, but ultimately said nothing.
Xiao Qi walked very fast, while Lin Yuesha ran until she was out of breath. When she reached the direction of the grove, she found that a lot of villagers had gathered around.
"Oh dear, little girl, this isn't a place for little girls to read. Reading here will give you nightmares!"
Dog Egg's mother was also in the crowd. She spotted Lin Yuesha and quickly stopped her.
Let alone the little girl, even she, a grown woman, was startled by what she saw. Luckily, the people around her gave her courage, otherwise, Gou Dan's mother would probably have screamed.
The villagers around whispered among themselves, speculating about the cause of Chen Dahua's death.
“Auntie, that’s my older cousin, my family, so I’m not afraid.”
Lin Yuesha shook her head. She knew that Gou Dan's mother meant well, but Chen Dahua's death was suspicious. She was worried that the officials would just come to go through the motions and not find out the truth.
Therefore, she insisted on staying, hoping to find some clues and guide the conversation if necessary.
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