On the Difficulties of Escape in Ancient Times

Chapter 366 Returning home
Zhou originally felt that she was much better than her sister-in-law, especially in terms of her family background, which was something her sister-in-law could only dream of.

But I didn't expect that once the world is in chaos, not only my innocence might be at risk, but more importantly, my life might also be at risk at any time.

It just so happened that at this time, her husband was not around, and the mother-in-law was in a difficult situation and could hardly save herself.

Originally, she wanted to pretend to be sick to avoid those malicious eyes, but she didn't expect that due to her fear and worry, she really fell ill.

The two maids who originally served her had been abducted by the bandits, and only one old woman was still serving her.

Unfortunately, there was a shortage of medicine and medical care. Fortunately, the old woman was able to feed her some hot water and bring her some porridge so that she would not starve to death.

When she thought she was going to die, her sister-in-law Xiao Xiao, whom she had never taken seriously, appeared in front of her, found a doctor for her, and brought her medicine and various foods.

This made Zhou feel ashamed.

She felt that if she were in her sister-in-law's shoes, she might not be able to do what her sister-in-law did.

But she couldn't bring herself to greet Xiao Xiao with a smile.

So when she saw Xiao Xiao coming in again, she wanted to laugh but felt it was inappropriate to curry favor with her, but if she didn't laugh she would seem heartless...which made her face almost distorted.

Xiao Xiao has no problem with her brother's wife.

In the past, Zhou was quite polite to her. Although the sisters-in-law did not interact much with each other, she had never targeted her or framed her.

Moreover, when Xiao Xiao saw her acting so solemnly, it seemed as if she was watching a little girl having a tantrum, which made her almost smile like an auntie.

She stepped forward, held her hand, and spoke more kindly, "Sister-in-law, are you feeling better? Do you have a better appetite?"

"Much better." Zhou was taught at home since she was young, and she behaved in a proper manner. She learned how to manage household affairs and socialize in the inner house.

But after all, I am young and have not seen too many shameless people.

Now that her sister-in-law was holding her hand, she felt very uncomfortable, but she didn't know how to refuse.

"That's good." Xiao Xiao saw that her face was red with embarrassment, and she was afraid of scaring her, so she had to let go: "The weather is getting colder today, and mother is worried about the mansion and wants to go back anxiously."

She would never say anything good for Mrs. Li.

She is an honest person and likes to speak the truth: "If you are not feeling well, I am willing to stay with you for a few more days."

It wasn't that Xiao Xiao stayed because of her, but she just wanted to stay.

The rebels had entered the mansion earlier, so it must be in chaos now.

Although she, as the eldest lady, didn't have to clean up the house herself, she certainly couldn't be happy seeing such a beautiful home.

Besides, there are a lot of trivial matters, and it happens to be the New Year, which makes things even more complicated.

That's why Xiao Xiao wished she could live on the farm for a few more days. Although life was a bit hard, she would have no worries about food and drink and she could live a carefree and happy life.

But Zhou was also worried about the situation in her mother's family.

She was also worried about her husband who had gone out to get news but had lost all news of himself.

Therefore, even though Zhou was still dizzy, had a stuffy nose and a sore throat, she still wanted to go back: "I'm much better now, shall we go back home?"

This desolate countryside made her feel so insecure.

Xiao Xiao was not surprised after hearing this, but agreed immediately: "Then Miss Lin and I will help you pack your luggage later."

She wanted her father and others to come and help, but she was worried that Zhou would be so angry that she would faint.

People nowadays are a little more particular and pay more attention to their underwear.

"Thank you sister-in-law."

Zhou understood that she didn't have the energy to pack her luggage, so she could only owe him this favor.

But don’t worry if you have too much debt.

No, she thought she could repay the favor quickly. When she got to the capital and got better, she would give her some more advice, and that would be enough to repay her favor.

November 16th is an auspicious day and also a good day for traveling.

Li Yan led the guards and drove an empty carriage to greet them and also to escort the female family members back to the mansion.

As for the Xiao family, they also went back with them.

However, they did not go to the general's mansion, but returned to where they lived.

Therefore, their line is very long and you can't see the end from the beginning.

It would be impossible to go faster than this, but fortunately everyone was prepared. Before setting off, I asked everyone to go to the kitchen to get a few more pieces of radish cakes. When we were hungry, we could just eat some cakes with hot water to fill our stomachs.

After returning to the general's mansion, Xiao Xiao realized that she had overthought.

No matter how messy the mansion was before, it seems relatively normal at a quick glance now.

But if you look closely, you can see broken porcelain slag on the ground.

Madam Li was in a hurry to go back and count her losses, so she was in no mood to deal with them. "Why don't you all go back and take a rest? You don't have to come over to pay your respects later. We can talk tomorrow if you have anything to say."

It wasn't just the eldest son and his wife who saved her, but now Madam Li finally realized the truth in her heart.

The eldest daughter-in-law is pretty but not thin at all.

Even if I wanted to make things difficult for her, such as making her stand in the corner as punishment, she wouldn't take it seriously.

But she couldn't call for the killing of her eldest daughter-in-law. At most, she could find an excuse to scold her, or deliberately let her wait outside.

As a result, these tricks didn't work on her eldest daughter-in-law, so her efforts were not in vain.

After Xiao Xiao returned to the yard, she went back to her room to check the things she had not taken away.

The rebels thought the wardrobes, shelves, beds, tables and chairs were too heavy, so they were not moved and are still in place.

She didn't lock the doors and windows of the warehouse when she escaped, and now the warehouse has been turned upside down, with clothes and fabrics mixed together, looking a mess.

There are also some broken bottles and jars.

There were only two old women and two maids in the yard.

Fortunately, the maids and servants who had run away with Xiao Xiao have all come back safely, and are now hurrying to start packing up.

Xiao Xiao saw that Mrs. Niu's hand was still hanging, and she didn't know whether it was fractured or broken.

Xiao Xiao didn't let her work, but called her over and asked, "What's wrong with your hand? I remember you left with your mother, right?"

"Replying to the eldest young lady." Mrs. Niu wanted to hug her legs and cry, "I did follow the lady at the beginning, but who knew there were so many people behind us and you ran too fast. When I turned around, I couldn't see you anymore."

"Later, the old slave was chased by the rebels, and when he fell, his hand was broken."

Mother Niu couldn't help but glance at the maids and servants who had followed the eldest young lady. Now they had all returned and they all looked well.

She felt extremely aggrieved when she woke up. If she had known earlier, she would have run away with the eldest young lady, and she might not have ended up in this situation.

Xiao Xiao asked again: "Is anyone injured in our house?"

Mother Cow is very interested in gossip: "Several people died..."

After Li Yan sent them back, he went to report to the prince first, and then talked to his father.

He even found an opportunity to take a leave of absence and have dinner with Xiao Xiao.

Xiao Xiao couldn't help but complain: "Why did you come back just now? The flowers I've been waiting for you are almost withered."

Of course, even though she complained, she had almost finished a plate of spicy and sour pork trotters while waiting for him.