Becoming the Villain's Discarded Wife
Chapter 519: Balance

Chapter 519: Chapter 519: Balance

"In my opinion, the bastard got what he deserved!"

Someone in Qing Fenghan shouted, and the people who were dissatisfied just now all shut their mouths.

"Brother Chi, look, no matter what, we are all in the same village now. Let’s not create too much of a scene over this matter."

The village chief of Datian Village wiped the sweat from his forehead, speaking somewhat awkwardly.

Many of the original villagers of Datian Village were either dead or had fled. Half of those left came here to escape famine three years ago.

Although he held the title of village chief, he knew better than anyone that Chi Sheng’s origin might be unclear, but they were supported by the city master of Yan City, a person they could not afford to provoke.

He came here today hoping to keep them from escalating the issue regarding Xiaoqi. Child mortality was a common occurrence, and a child from their village had also died tragically.

Who knew that there was so much more to the story?

If this continues, who knows what else will be unearthed.

Chi Sheng’s eyes were cold and he didn’t want to cater to him.

Ming Qin gently tugged on his sleeve, subtly shaking her head.

Now was not the time to make a fuss.

The people of Qing Fenghan now settled here and couldn’t leave for a while.

Everything should be planned for the long term.

"The matter regarding Xiaoqi is indeed our problem. I will expel Zhuzi’s grandmother from the village in a while. I hope Brother Chi won’t go to the officials."

Knowing they could not possibly leave the village at this moment, the village chief hurriedly spoke.

"Well, we will have to trouble the village chief."

Chi Sheng forced a smile, but his eyes only grew colder.

These people were treating them like they were still bandits in the mountains.

It was laughable indeed.

The matter was heavily picked up, then gently put down.

The crowd dispersed, but Erniu was like a leadfoot, unable to move.

"Erniu, you’ve really disappointed me."

Yuanbao looked at Erniu and her round eyes were filled with disappointment.

"I, I didn’t do it on purpose."

Erniu pursed his lips, and it took a while for him to softly defend himself.

The two girls ignored him and walked back to the courtyard hand in hand.

"Yuanbao, my brother will be fine."

Yueyue held Yuanbao’s hand, her face full of certainty.

Her brother was the most capable person. Without him, she could have died already.

Her brother said that no matter what, he would survive. If they were separated, she should keep waiting because he would find her!

"Yes, Brother Xiaoqi will be okay!"

Yuanbao nodded in agreement.

Brother Xiaoqi is a very capable person, it was just a small river, nothing will happen to him.

Datian Village was split into two groups for a time.

The people of Qing Fenghan had no interaction with them anymore. Previously, half of the food in the village was collected by the people of Qing Fenghan. Now they lived their own lives, and naturally the people of Datian Village were suffering.

In Yan City, Shen Wenchen started his busy days again where he hardly had time to rest.

Every three days, Adai would send a letter with news from Eleven and Twelve.

Half of the traitors had been eliminated, but the remaining ones would take some time.

Although Kyoto was stable, they had to wait for the food and grass supplies. What they could do was rely on themselves.

Luckily, there were still plenty of fish in the river. Everyone understood that food was a big issue, so they tried various ways to find more food.

The buying group embarked on a boat trip south, while the city people held fishing nets. All these were the hope for them to survive.

"Little Nana is so cute."

Looking at the baby in swaddling clothes, Shen Miaomiao felt her heart melting.

The baby was white and clean, and her pair of big eyes stared at people. She didn’t cry or make trouble; she seemed happy looking and smiling at anyone.

She was the most obedient baby Miaomiao had ever seen.

"Of course, my niece is definitely pretty."

Nanzhi said proudly.

"No way."

Sun Cui laughed happily. Looking at her own daughter, she felt that she was the prettiest baby in the world.

Thankfully everything went smoothly.

Inside the house echoed the laughter and banter of women.

Outside, several young boys bragged to each other.

"Mark my words, my sister will be the prettiest when she grows up!"

Being the first among the brothers to have a sister, Lin Jian was beaming with pride.

His sister was delicate and cute, just like a New Year painting, and she always smiled when she saw someone. She must be the best behaved.

"My mother might also give me a sister."

Shen Zhiyu pouted, his face indifferent but his heart full of anticipation.

He also wanted a baby sister.

"Maybe aunt’s baby will be a little brother!"

"It’s a sister! It’s a sister!"

Su Tao felt somewhat lost listening to their conversation from the side room.

Although she was treated as a guest here, she didn’t know anyone well.

On most days, she didn’t even have someone to talk to.

"Miss Su, I’m here to serve the tea."

Cheng Yue was holding a tea tray and knocked on the door outside.

"Come in."

"Yes."

Cheng Yue carefully walked into the room with the tea, fearing to disturb her.

She heard from Aunt Zhao that this Miss Su was also a famous, formidable woman in Yan City.

She remembered the rumors of Su and her master flying around the city.

"Thank you."

Su Tao thanked her, and Cheng Yue was somewhat flustered for a moment. She hurriedly waved, about to turn around and leave.

"Hey, wait a minute."

"Miss Su, do you need anything else?"

Cheng Yue was a bit nervous, fearing that she had done something wrong, and her face showed a bit of fear.

"Nothing, just sit down, I want to talk to you. I haven’t been here for too long, and there are some things I don’t know about."

Su Tao spoke with a smile.

"Whatever Miss Su wants to know, you can, you can ask."

"When I left Yan City last year, I seemed to have not seen the wife of your city lord. I’m just a bit curious and I want to ask about her."

Hearing her inquire about Nanzhi, the maid immediately became alert.

Miss Su was involved in a scandal with their city lord in the past, and after half a month in the city, she suddenly wanted to inquire about their lady.

Could she have any ulterior motives?

"Lady Nanzhi is a wonderful person. If Miss Su wants to know anything, you should ask her directly. I have something to do in the kitchen, I, I have to go first."

After speaking, the maid grabbed her tray and ran out as if something was chasing behind her.

Watching her leave, Su Tao smiled a bit.

Looking at the steaming teapot in front of her, she fell into deep thought again.

A wonderful person, huh?

Looking at the scene in front of him, the young man became more and more bewildered.

He had been away for just half a year, so why had so much changed since he left Xia Country?

The mountains had become barren, the water was smelly, the companions who had come with him had thrown in the towel. In the end, he had to spend all his money and buy all their goods.

Now that he was out of money, he could only take one step at a time.

He thought it was just a war in some place, but after more than a month on the road, why did the situation seem to be getting worse?

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