On the Difficulties of Escape in Ancient Times

Chapter 321 War 2
"I wasn't hurt, it was just their blood that splashed on me."

Li Yuan was rarely serious and could not refuse: "In a quarter of an hour, we will all meet at the second gate, and we will go together then."

Mrs. Li felt that her son was very reassuring at the moment, so she nodded continuously: "Okay, mother will listen to you."

He also asked Mother Liang to arrange for someone to call Aunt Zhu and the others: "Let them all get up quickly and wait at the second gate. I won't wait for them."

The tone was cold: "If they fall into the hands of the rebels, let them simply commit suicide to save their reputation and avoid bringing shame to the general."

Then he looked at Aunt Mo and Xiao Xiao: "And you too."

Aunt Mo responded respectfully: "Yes, I will obey Madam's teachings."

Her tone of asking people to die made Xiao Xiao feel cold from the bottom of her heart.

Even though women are much tolerant now, there are some rules and regulations that cannot be crossed. It is as if they are engraved in the bones and cannot be erased.

She could only respond: "Yes, please remember my daughter-in-law. My daughter-in-law and aunt will go back to pack some things first, and then go to the second door to wait for mother."

Now she can only hope that the guards of the General's Mansion are good at martial arts and will not run away from the battle.

This time, Aunt Mo couldn't maintain her manners anymore. She even walked and ran to her yard. She didn't forget to tell Xiao Xiao: "Young lady, just bring some banknotes and gold and silver jewelry. Don't bring any clothes, shoes or socks. You can buy anything if you have money.”

Xiao Xiao thought to herself: Money is not everything. Sometimes it is true that even with money, you cannot buy food or medicinal materials.

However, Aunt Mo also has good intentions, so there is no need to say more to her at this time: "I remember, Auntie, don't waste your time, we will meet at the second door later."

"Ok!"

The two parted ways at a fork in the road. Xiao Xiao looked back at her and saw that she was holding up her skirt and running.

This made Xiao Xiao relieved.

If Aunt Mo was more concerned about rules and etiquette at this time, she would also think about whether to take her with her later.

That's right, after leaving the General's Mansion, Xiao Xiao still wanted to leave them separately.

Even though the guards were very dedicated, according to what Li Yuan said, the rebels were obviously targeting high-ranking officials with prominent family backgrounds.

Following Mrs. Li and the others would be doubly dangerous.

And it is very likely that when they are in danger, the guards will ignore them, the aunts and concubines, and they will be more concerned about the safety of the wife and the second son.

When Xiao Xiao returned to Sangyu Courtyard, he could faintly hear the noisy sounds outside at the door.

As soon as she entered the door, Mother Hu quickly came up and said nervously: "Young lady, I can't get out, but I did hear the guards being called out..."

"Okay, the rebels are coming to the city and they may break in at any time. You all go back to your room and pack some things. When you have somewhere to go, go hide outside. You can also go back to your parents' house with me to hide. "

As soon as Xiao Xiao finished speaking, all the maids and women in the yard hurried back to the back room to tidy up their belongings.

Some also ran outside, preparing to go home and be with their families.

Most of them felt that the eldest mistress was not favored by the madam, and thought that she had been abandoned by the madam, so they had no choice but to return to her parents' home.

And Xiao Xiao also said this deliberately to prevent the maids and women from following him, and the target would be too big and too conspicuous.

When she returned to her room, she asked Mama Hu to say that Mama, Menghui and Yiqing were all carrying packages with crossbow arrows and arrows on their backs.

Of course, she also carried one on her back, and told them to go out on their own: "You all follow me closely. If you are alone, go to Xiao's house to find me."

Mother Hu was so frightened that her legs became weak, but she still managed to show her loyalty: "Master, don't worry, if you point east, I will not go west."

They followed Xiao Xiao, who fiddled with crossbow arrows, practiced archery, and hid all the gold, silver and jewelry. At first I thought it was Xiao Xiao who was timid, but now I realized that she was well prepared.

Then they all felt that Xiao Xiao was smart and it would be safer to follow her.

When they came to the second door, they saw Aunt Mo carrying a package, and Magnolia Guixiang next to them each carrying a large package.

Aunt Mo saw that the five masters and servants were also carrying packages, and she was secretly relieved. Taking advantage of Madam's absence, she took Xiao Xiao and whispered: "Let's follow Madam closely later. We must not be left alone."

Xiao Xiao also took the opportunity to explain to her: "Auntie, the guards must stay close to the wife and the second young master first. I will prepare to return to my parents' house later and go back to the countryside with my family to hide for a while."

They don't know if the Li family and his son can come back alive, let alone whether they can escape this disaster.

All she can do is do her best and obey fate.

I also want to be able to be with my family when life or death is uncertain.

"If aunt is willing, you can come with me."

"The countryside we are going to is not far from my husband's guardhouse."

After she finished speaking, she stopped trying to persuade her. Instead, she added: "But I can't guarantee that we will be able to return to the countryside."

After hearing this, Aunt Mo took a deep look at Xiao Xiao and whispered: "I understand."

He didn't say whether he should go with her or escape with his wife.

She had been sold into the General's Mansion since she was a child, and she had almost forgotten what it was like outside.

After hearing what Ms. Xiao said, I first felt that she was too bold, but then I knew that what she said was true.

Now that they were standing at the second door, they could vaguely hear the occasional shouting of "Hurry up" outside, as well as the shrill screams of men and women.

Although I didn't witness it with my own eyes, I could already imagine the life-and-death struggle outside.

Soon, the third young master, Li Ren, also came over carrying a small package.

He used to like to wear various light-colored robes. The collar and belt were either embroidered or embellished with gold and silver threads. He looked like a handsome young man with a bit of scholarly spirit.

Today, he is wearing dark cyan arrow sleeves and a black belt, which makes his figure more slender and stylish, and he looks calm and energetic.

Compared with before, they looked like two people.

When he saw them, he bowed politely and then asked a little eagerly: "I wonder if the eldest mistress and Aunt Mo have seen Aunt Zhu?"

"Don't worry, Third Young Master. Madam sent someone to call Aunt Zhu earlier. It must be Sister Zhu who packs more things, so she will be a step slower."

As soon as she finished speaking, Aunt Zhu came panting with a package on her back. Seeing that her own son had also arrived, her face lit up: "Third Young Master, you are here too."

"Wait for me," Aunt Yang also hurried over. She was carrying two small packages, and the woman behind her was carrying a huge package and holding a large package in her arms.

Aunt Yang patted her heart, breathed slowly, and then asked eagerly: "Aren't you going to leave? Where is the carriage? Where are the people?"

When Xiao Xiao heard this, the corner of her mouth twitched, and she was very glad that she was going to part ways with them.

Otherwise, it would be too difficult to lead this team if there are people who are still awake in this situation.

The last ones to come were Mrs. Li, Li Yuan and Mrs. Zhou.

Behind them were a dozen maids and women, each of whom was either carrying a large package on his back or holding a large package in his arms.