On the Difficulties of Escape in Ancient Times

Chapter 316 Returning to Mother’s Home

In fact, Mrs. Li had already woken up. She originally thought that Mr. Xiao would be uneasy, pretend to be faint, and cry to admit his mistake.

But there was no movement outside.

However, she was used to getting up at this time, and now she couldn't lie still. Like a thief, she tiptoed to the door, wanting to hear what was going on outside.

Without thinking, I heard that Mrs. Xiao was first concerned about Mama Zhou who was on vacation, and then concerned about Mama Liang's family... Without Mama Liang's cooperation, Madam Xiao could just chirp and say nothing.

However, Mrs. Xiao's voice was never too loud. Mrs. Li put her ear against the door panel, but she couldn't hear clearly.

Then she realized, how could she do such a rude thing?
She was about to return to the couch when she heard Xiao Xiao mentioning herself: "Mother Liang, it's already this time and my mother hasn't moved yet. I'm very worried. How about we go in and take a look?"

Of course Mother Liang knew in her heart that the master was deliberately keeping her cold, so she could only say: "The master didn't sleep well last night and that's why he couldn't get up. It's nothing serious."

"Mother is the backbone of our family," Xiao Xiao now transformed into a filial daughter-in-law: "Of course we have to be careful and don't hurry up and call the doctor."

Seeing Liang's mother standing there, she simply changed her hands and left: "I'm not worried if you don't worry about my mother's health. Even if my mother scolds me, I still have to ask a doctor."

If the doctor really comes, it will be a disaster.

Therefore, Mother Liang could only say: "Madam, please wait a moment. I will go first to see if Madam is awake."

Mrs. Li was so frightened that she turned around and ran away. If Mrs. Xiao saw her like this, how could she have the honor to see her again in the future?

Fortunately, Mother Liang was very afraid of waking up Madam, so she was cautious when she opened the door and entered.

Soon, Mother Liang came out: "Madam has woken up. Madam, please go back first."

Xiao Xiao also breathed a sigh of relief: "As long as my mother is fine."

In fact, everyone knew that this was just Mrs. Li deliberately making things difficult for Xiao Xiao.

By the next morning, Xiao Xiao found that in addition to herself, three aunts were also here, but Mrs. Zhou did not come.

Xiao Xiao was not surprised either. Mrs. Li was just picking on the weak.

Zhou's natal family is not easy to mess with, and she is her biological daughter-in-law, so she will definitely not be made to stand.

Xiao Xiao has more people to talk to this time.

She directly encouraged Aunt Zhu: "I heard that my aunt is deeply valued by my wife. Now that my wife is tired of managing the housework, my aunt has to share her worries."

Aunt Zhu is timid and cautious, not that she is really timid, but because she is Madam Li's maid, and Madam still holds her bond of sale in her hand, so even if she wants to be bold, she can't be bold.

Hearing Xiao Xiao's words, she felt like she was putting herself on the fire, and said quickly: "Young lady, I don't know a few characters, how can I share your worries for my wife?"

Xiao Xiao smiled and said, "Take care of the general for your wife, and you can share your worries."

Aunt Yang simply lowered her head and remained silent.

The main reason is that I didn't expect Mrs. Xiao to be such a fool and dare to talk about the matters of her elders.

But even if Mrs. Xiao dares to arrange it, she doesn't dare to listen.

Aunt Yang's eyes lit up and she almost wanted to say: Let me do it, I can do it.

Seeing that Aunt Yang was silent, Xiao Xiao turned to look at Aunt Yang and started chatting enthusiastically, talking about which doctor was better for infertility and which medical clinic was better at treating similar cases.

Take my mother as an example. She is already thirty-six years old and has given birth to a son. What Aunt Yang was most worried about was that she was getting older and that she would not be able to have a son or a half in her life. After hearing Xiao Xiao's words, her mood suddenly improved.

But Mrs. Li inside, vaguely heard someone outside muttering about not having fun, but she couldn't hear clearly, so she couldn't bear it and said: "What are you arguing about?"

Xiao Xiao raised her voice: "My mother has good ears and eyesight, so my daughter-in-law can rest assured."

Mother Liang walked in and came out shortly after, indicating that they could leave.

He went in again to serve Mrs. Li and got up, while relaying what Xiao Xiao said again.

Mrs. Li was particularly regretful: "I should have married Li Ji to a lady from a wealthy family in the first place. I really shouldn't have let Mr. Xiao in."

Our ladies have been constrained by rules and regulations since they were young, so they don't behave like Ms. Xiao.

But she didn't make a big mistake. Even if he wanted to take the opportunity to embarrass her, he couldn't find an excuse.

But Mrs. Li still found an excuse for Xiao Xiao, saying that the noise was too loud and gave her a headache, so Xiao Xiao stayed in the yard to think about it for three days.

Of course Xiao Xiao had no objection at all. Apart from assigning people to pick up meals and fruits, the courtyard door was never opened.

She even wished that Mrs. Li could let her shut up and think about it for a few more days?
In the blink of an eye, it’s the sixth day of October.

It has been two months since Xiao Xiao entered the house, and he has probably figured out the thoughts of the people in the back house, and his life has become more carefree.

During this period, Xiao Xiao went back to her parents' home twice, staying for two or three days each time. By the way, she could also go to the seafood restaurant to eat and drink, read the account books, and collect cash.

Xiao Xiao also received a letter from Li Yan home, saying that he and his biological father were leading troops in Yuzhang and might not be able to return home until the end of the year.

In fact, this is normal. When two armies are fighting, you come and go to test it out. It is not a simple matter to lead the troops and set up the formation.

If both sides have similar troops and weapons, the fight will be even more time-consuming.

What's more, Li Yan and the others have already reached the Xiao family's hometown.

After Xiao Xiao received the letter, he was a little worried: the Li family and his son led troops to attack Yuzhang, and they also heard that General Yao also led troops to fight.

There were also some generals she didn't know who were leading troops to fight, so that the ladies in the city were very quiet and had no intention of hosting any banquets.

Xiao Xiao really wanted to remind the prince: Our base area is too weakly protected. Be careful if someone captures the thief first, capture the king. Come directly to Huanglong and bring the emperor with him to order the princes.

Although King Jin'an has not yet worn the yellow robe, he is still a thorn in the side of several other kings of the opposite sex.

This made Xiao Xiao feel a sense of crisis and prepared to go back to her parents' home again.

Although I can eat and drink without worries in the General's Mansion, it's a pity that it's very inconvenient to go out. I have to get Mrs. Li's approval before the wife of the second door can let me go.

Therefore, after going to greet Mrs. Li in the morning, and after Mrs. Li had finished her breakfast and put on a show of dignity, waving them all to leave, Xiao Xiao did not leave as actively as before, but instead stayed. To Mrs. Li Yifu: "Mom, tomorrow is my grandmother's birthday, and I want to go back."

Although my grandmother's birthday had passed a few months ago, but now that I needed this excuse, I could only let my grandmother celebrate another birthday.

And this excuse was irresistible. Mrs. Li was a little surprised when she heard this: "Why didn't you tell me earlier? Is there a post from the Xiao family? Why didn't I see it?"

The latter question was about Zhou’s mother.

Mother Zhou thought about it for a moment and said with certainty: "Madam, I didn't receive a message from the Xiao family."