The Fierce Farm Girl Has A Secret Space Chapter 2368: 2368: Seeking Helpers (6)

Capítulo 2368: Chapter 2368: Seeking Helpers (6)

The current stalemate in Daxuan, rather than resembling its later diamond-like shape familiar to future generations, possessed a significantly larger territory, predominantly vast and sparsely populated.

Nanzhao, which is presumed to be the historical Annan Country, later encompassing Vietnam and Laos, was once integrated into China’s domain, with Miaojiang referring to the Yunnan-Guizhou region.

Despite this era diverging from previous historical timelines, its core essence remained consistent. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, this particular region proved exceptionally challenging to govern. With the Cloud King still under their control, Gu Qingheng found himself in a most precarious predicament.

“You truly could not have arrived at a less opportune moment,” Yang Ruxin lamented, unable to resist a gentle touch to her belly. “I can’t even go to accompany your father.” While she lacked immediate means, her presence could have at least guaranteed a supply of medicine and ensured Gu Qingheng’s well-being regarding food and drink.

However, being less than three months pregnant, she dared not undertake any strenuous activities. Consequently, in her correspondence with Gu Qingheng, she shared only positive tidings, assuring him of domestic tranquility, the child’s good behavior, and requesting suggestions for the infant’s name. Furthermore, she conveyed a significant decision: the commencement of the Gu family’s ancestral hall construction after the New Year.

Even though her mother-in-law was interred in Tongcheng, their current residence was here. As a woman of the Gu Family, she would, in the future, with her own children, need to perform ancestral homage during festivals and holidays, and the progenitor of the Gu Family was none other than Shu Manzhi.

While Yang Ruxin grappled with matters of war, certain individuals were engrossed in the machinations of petty personal vendettas.

The Guan Family.

Within their courtyard, Guan Danian and his wife were engaged in the task of preparing a chicken.

“Qingshu is truly something else, with the year’s end approaching, and he still hasn’t returned,” Guan Tongshi sighed auditatively.

“What are you muttering about?” Guan Danian shot a glare at his wife. “Do you imagine that one’s studies are that easily concluded? Furthermore, is he not expected back today?”

“I simply find myself missing my son,” Guan Tongshi retorted, rolling her eyes at Guan Danian.

“Enough, cease your incessant nagging.” Guan Danian’s tone grew markedly more severe. “Go fetch some hot water.”

Guan Tongshi promptly departed for the kitchen.

Meanwhile, Guan Qingyue sat upon the heated brick bed, her fingers idly holding needle and thread, yet her mind was far from focused on her embroidery. Previously, Wang Baozhu had offered counsel regarding the handling of Li Xiang, but to her astonishment, Wang Baozhu herself had fallen into disgrace and been apprehended.

She found it utterly unbelievable that Wang Baozhu would possess the audacity to engage in illicit relations within the village.

Internally, she held the woman in contempt, resolving to maintain a significant distance from such an individual henceforth.

However, the malevolent seeds that had taken root within her heart had already begun to sprout, proving impossible to suppress.

Yet, how could she possibly achieve anything acting alone? An accomplice was necessary, but apart from Wang Baozhu, she genuinely couldn't identify anyone else capable of providing assistance.

“It scarcely matters; with someone like her, even should we falter, she would undoubtedly bear the brunt of the blame.” Guan Qingyue rationalized her decision, convincing herself that she could approach Wang Baozhu for aid without reservation. With newfound resolve, she rose and exited the room.

“Qingyue, where are you off to?” Guan Danian, diligently preparing the chicken in the courtyard, called out upon observing his daughter emerge. “Come assist me.”

“Dad, I…”

“Hurry now, your brother returns this afternoon, and we shall be having chicken stew for dinner tonight.” Guan Danian disregarded her attempted explanation, adding sternly, “You are far too old to be continually running about in such a manner.”

“I shall only be out for a short while, and then I shall return.” Despite her father’s words, Guan Qingyue swiftly departed without further ado.