Reborn as the Blissful Wife in the countryside Chapter 1235: Don’t Come After Me for Revenge

Gu Jin’an desired his entire family to make strides forward, thus the events of the previous night were not concealed from them. Upon his return home, he convened the family and recounted the occurrences.

Gu Dashan, Madam Cui, and Gu Jinxiu were taken aback but not to the point of terror; their primary concern was Gu Jin’an and the others' safety.

Gu Jin’an offered a reassuring smile. "Dad, please do not fret. Those assailants have been apprehended, and it will require significant effort for the orchestrators behind them to dispatch reinforcements to attack the bank once more. For the immediate future, the bank will remain secure."

He continued with a solemn tone, "However, you must maintain vigilance at home as well. Wherever you go, ensure you have company. Do not place your trust in strangers easily, and under no circumstances be lured away from the village, allowing those villains to achieve their nefarious aims."

His gaze settled upon Gu Dashan and the others. "My greatest concern is your well-being. As long as you are all safe and unharmed, I can dedicate myself to my work without reservation."

Gu Dashan’s eyes welled up, a sense of shame washing over him. He clasped Gu Jin’an’s hand, assuring him, "Worry not, my son. Your father will safeguard this family diligently, enabling you to focus on your endeavors outside without a second thought for home!"

Gu Jin’an nodded, a smile gracing his lips. "Very well, your son has faith in Dad."

He then turned towards Madam Cui,

It is best to allow Brother Xing to return early, lest something befalls him and the elder brother and sister-in-law are left without descendants.

Gu Jinli found it difficult to articulate a response, replying, "Your question is truly amusing. If I am not colluding with those evildoers, how would I know when they intend to reappear?"

"You genuinely do not know?" Mrs. Chen sought further clarification, but her inquiry was cut short by the arrival of Gu Daya’s family alongside Qi Kangming.

Upon observing that Gu Jin’an had not yet departed, Gu Daya expressed relief and declared with a smile, "Brother An, please take Cousin Ming with you. The family has no immediate need for him, so let him continue to assist. Once the tax matters are resolved, we can then peacefully arrange Sister Le’s marriage."

The wedding date for Qi Kangle and Chang Errui was scheduled for August 20th.

The engagement ceremony for Gu Dexing and Xu Zhong was set for August 9th, a date considerably earlier than Qi Kangle’s wedding. Nevertheless, Mrs. Chen remained impatient, eager to expedite the engagement ceremony so she could hasten back to the prefecture to oversee the workshop and assume the role of the shopkeeper’s wife.

Gu Jin’an offered a nod in agreement, stating, "Very well, board the cart. With your assistance, my tasks will certainly become less burdensome."

The decision to leave Gu Dexing and the others behind yesterday was Gu Jin’an’s deliberate choice. San Lang had already informed him that the probability of the bank facing an attack during the night was high, given the insufficient manpower. Consequently, there weren't enough individuals available to guard Gu Dexing and the rest. It was deemed more prudent to keep Gu Dexing, Qi Kangming, and the others, allowing them to contribute their aid after the potential night assault.

He Jinseng had remained because he had borrowed money from the bank along with Village Chief He; otherwise, he would not have been present at the bank last night.

However, the events of the previous night left a profound impact on He Jinseng, affording him a stark understanding of true cruelty. This experience would prove immensely beneficial for his future endeavors within the intricacies of officialdom.

Qi Kangming and the others wasted no time and promptly boarded the mule cart.

Mrs. Chen, still harboring concerns, grasped the mule cart and implored Gu Jin’an, "Brother An, provide Aunt with a direct answer: will those wicked individuals return to perpetrate further evil?"

If they were indeed planning a return, then Brother Xing should not be permitted to leave.

Gu Dexing quickly interjected, "Aunt, please set your mind at ease. With San Lang and Brother Wu present, we will not encounter any significant trouble."

"Those evildoers are utterly ruthless; what if a mishap occurs?" Mrs. Chen’s voice rose in anger, though it was unclear whom she directed her ire towards.

Gu Dafu also arrived to bid Gu Dexing farewell. Initially, he had no intention of intervening, but fearing that Mrs. Chen’s obstinance might provoke Gu Jinli and result in a penalty to her dividends, he addressed Mrs. Chen directly, "Second Sister-in-law, do not impede him; it is perfectly fine, allow Brother Xing to proceed."

Brother Xing had reached adulthood and was soon to be married, with aspirations of becoming an official. It was imperative for him to begin shouldering responsibilities, rather than being shielded from confronting perilous situations.

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Chen released her grip on the mule cart and walked over to Gu Dagui, stating, "Since Elder Brother has spoken thus, so be it."

After all, he is your son. If you, his biological father, are not apprehensive, then why should I be filled with fear?

Should any misfortune befall Brother Xing, and Sister-in-Law seeks retribution, she will undoubtedly direct her anger towards you, which has absolutely no bearing on me.