Although Yang Anxiu hadn't experienced much, her living environment was what it was, and with a little thought, she could figure out the key points.
"Hmph, do you really think I'm easy to fool? It seems you really don't intend to tell the truth. Master, get them out of here. Drown them in the pond or bury them, as long as I can't see them, I won't be bothered."
Upon hearing that some demons or monsters were going to take them away, these guys were so scared they wet their pants.
"No, no, I'll tell you, I'll tell you, okay? Someone told us that your family is powerful, and if they take you down, they can do whatever they want with you. Plus, they even gave me money."
Yang Anxiu's almond-shaped eyes widened. "You were given money? Who was the other party? And how did you know I was here?"
The man mumbled, "Because I asked your cousin to deliver that note. She knows she's always wanted a license plate to return to the city."
As for that man, I don't know him. However, he had dinner with my uncle. Beyond that, I know nothing. Even if you kill me, I still won't know.
Yang Anxiu looked at the man with suspicion. "You mean Dou Yanhua helped you lie to me? Just for the quota to return to the city?"
This time, the man readily nodded, "It's that woman."
Jiang Qiao didn't know why Dou Yanhua did this, but judging from Yang Anxiu's expression, she didn't seem that sad. As for the reason, Jiang Qiao didn't know either; probably a lot had happened since she left.
The key question is, who exactly is that man, and why did he do this? Does he have a grudge against the Yang family, or does he have another purpose?
Jiang Qiao was still puzzled. She could only investigate this matter slowly. Perhaps, after she regained her senses, she could contact Song Shutian and see if she could find out the truth. Her intuition told her that this matter was not so simple.
Yang Anxiu didn't seem to be too sensitive to these things, and instead just said something directly to the air.
"Master, did you hear that? These guys owe me a huge favor. You'll be my witness, and from now on, you'll all be protecting me at all times. Also, if anyone tries to harm me, you'll have to help me. Do you understand?"
The four men looked at each other, wondering what this meant—they had become this woman's underlings.
This is like trying to steal a chicken and losing the rice instead. It would be a lie to say that they weren't resistant. In this area, who would dare to order them around like this? This girl is the first one.
Jiang Qiao nodded to himself. This Yang Anxiu is a promising talent. This girl is growing up very quickly. I just wonder what she has been through in the past few years.
However, she is willing to cooperate with such a person, at least knowing what is most beneficial to her, and not harming others or blindly doing good deeds.
A gleaming dagger was stuck right in front of the group. Seeing the gleaming blade, the four men trembled again in fear. The immortal was angry; this was not someone to be trifled with. If they went home with them, wouldn't their home be in turmoil?
"Okay, okay, we promise. From now on, we'll protect you."
Yang Anxiu's face tightened. "Not only do you have to promise to protect me, but you also have to keep a close eye on Dou Yanhua from now on. You have to report to me immediately if she does anything. Also, if anyone dares to mess with me, you have to take care of it for me. Can you do that?"
Even Jiang Qiao thought this girl was being a bit too boastful. To think she could accomplish something with just a few heads of garlic was truly a test of her abilities.
However, with such a powerful figure as her around, it was difficult for these four to refuse. They reluctantly agreed, saying, "Okay, if there's anything you need, just let us know."
Yang Anxiu's next words made Jiang Qiao look at her with even greater respect.
"Don't worry, I won't let you do this for nothing. I'll treat you to meals every now and then. That's settled then. Okay, you can go now. Keep this a secret from everyone. If anyone asks, just tell them you don't know anything. Understand?"
Look at that gleaming dagger at your feet, how dare you refuse?
"Alright, alright, then we'll be going. Great Immortal, you should rest too. We won't dare trouble you again. We were blind and ignorant. We promise to protect Yang Anxiu from now on. Take care, and if you need anything, you can have Yang Anxiu tell us."
After saying this, the four of them kowtowed in unison, then turned and ran away, ignoring their wounds.
After seeing the four people run away, Yang Anxiu collapsed to the ground, but thinking of the master who had secretly helped him, he got up again and kowtowed.
"Thank you, sir. I don't know who you are, but if it weren't for you today, I probably wouldn't be alive. Thank you for helping me. Please don't be angry. I used your name to scare these people. If I offended you, please forgive me. If you ever need anything from me, Yang Anxiu, just ask. I will go through fire and water for you."
Yang Anxiu understood the consequences of today's events. If a woman lost her reputation, she simply couldn't stay in this place, and more importantly, it would implicate her family.
The family was already in dire straits, and she didn't want to be the last straw that broke the camel's back because of her.
As for Dou Yanhua, just wait and see. When the opportunity arises, she will settle this score with the other party properly.
Jiang Qiao left only after escorting Yang Anxiu back safely. As for what happened at the Yang family, she didn't have time to find out for the time being.
They traveled along, stopping and starting, until almost dawn. Gu Zhengfeng had already gotten up, but when Jiang Qiao saw her father for the first time, she almost didn't recognize him. Her father looked much older than before, his face was haggard and thin, and wrinkles had appeared on his face.
The key thing is that he has a scruffy beard. When did her father ever look like that before?
She's usually very tidy, but I guess this is because of the troubles at home, plus her son and daughter-in-law aren't around, so she's just too lazy to tidy up.
"dad--"
This heartfelt shout startled Gu Zhengfeng so much that he dropped the toothbrush cup he was holding.
"Who, who's talking to me?"
Jiang Qiao called out "Dad—" again with deep emotion.
With just that one sound, Gu Zhengfeng understood everything. This grown man couldn't contain his excitement, his lips trembling as he looked around blankly.
"Qiao'er, my daughter, is that you back?"
Jiang Qiao could no longer contain her excitement and rushed towards Gu Zhengfeng.
Unfortunately, Gu Zhengfeng could only feel a gust of wind blowing by; he couldn't see his daughter at all.
However, he was already very content to hear his child call him "Dad" again.
"Qiao'er, Qiao'er, are you there?"
Jiang Qiao's voice rang out against his chest, "Dad, I'm here. I'm back. How are you?"
Gu Zhengfeng held up his arms, unsure how to hug his child, afraid he might accidentally strangle him.
"My dear girl, you're finally back! Do you know how much your father missed you and how worried he was about you? But I've been so busy here that I haven't had a chance to come back and take care of you..."
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