Carrying the little lucky star, leading the villain on the road to exile

Chapter 126. Drawing a Pie in the Sky
Gu Kaiyuan pretended to know nothing, "Why is Sister-in-law bringing up this person? Someone who's being chased can't be a good person. It's best not to get involved with him."

Liu Yun cursed him as an idiot in her heart, but forced a smile and said, "That's a benefactor to our family. Who knows, our family might need to rely on him to turn things around in the future."

We need to make a good impression on our important guests, and our family can't be so sloppy. That's why we came to borrow a few sets of clothes from you."

After Liu Yun finished speaking, she looked at Gu Kaiping's clothes. The Bai family really put their heart into it. Although it was just coarse linen, it looked like it was tailor-made for Gu Kaiping.

"Borrow clothes?" Gu Kaiyuan thought to himself, without the Bai family's 10,000 taels of silver notes as a guarantee, the Gu family would be very frugal with all their expenses.

I bought some secondhand clothes at the post station before, just to have something to wash, and of course the quality and style were the lowest.

In addition, having traveled a long and dusty journey, no one had the time or inclination to clean themselves up, so their appearance was naturally not very good.

However, since everyone was a prisoner and their appearances were all similar, no one paid much attention to it. Now that Liu Yun has come to say these things, and thinking back to that other person, it becomes somewhat intriguing.

"Yes, it's just borrowing clothes. We can't be rude in front of important people. Don't worry, we won't forget you when important people are willing to help our family."

Liu Yun thought to herself, since she had already asked to borrow, she might as well borrow a few more sets.

“Look, we have to serve our father in front of important people, so it wouldn’t be good if we dressed too sloppily. Second brother, your clothes are neat, but you should take them off quickly. I still have time to alter them. They will fit your eldest brother perfectly.”

Gu Kaiyuan said, "...Sister-in-law, are you mistaken? I did not agree to it."

Besides, I only have two sets of clothes. If I lend them to you, what will I wear?
Since that important person is willing to travel with you, they shouldn't mind these details. Sister-in-law, it's best not to overdo it.

Gu Kaiyuan's words had a double meaning, but some fools either didn't hear it clearly or couldn't figure it out.

Liu Yun took a deep breath, feeling that Gu Kaiyuan was simply ungrateful. "Since that's the case, then I won't force you."

"Could you borrow a couple of sets of clothes from your sister-in-law, and also a couple more sets from Chunxiang and her family? As her sister-in-law, I will definitely remember her kindness."

Gu Kaiyuan said, "Sister-in-law, you've got it wrong again. Suihe's clothes are all very large now. Even if you alter them, they won't fit."

Besides, if we lend you these clothes, are we supposed to buy new ones? Sister-in-law, do we look like fools?

"Gu Kaiyuan, I've already begged you so humbly for so long, don't push your luck." Seeing that Gu Kaiyuan wouldn't agree no matter what, Liu Yun also lost her temper. "Don't you want to rely on your older brother for help in the future?"

Gu Kaiyuan asked, "Sister-in-law, when has my brother ever helped me in all these years?"

Liu Yun, "...My parents used to be the heads of the household..."

"Then wait until your elder brother and sister-in-law are in charge of the household before you talk to me like this." Gu Kaiyuan was too lazy to even talk to her. She even asked to borrow a few sets of clothes. She was really shameless.

He was about to leave when Liu Yun suddenly blocked his way and whispered, "Do you know who's coming? That's the Third Prince."

Whether our family can turn our lives around depends on whether this one thing happens.

Gu Kaiyuan, "What does sister-in-law mean?"

"Tong'er is fortunate to have earned a way out for the Gu family."

“Sister-in-law, what are you saying? Our family is only being exiled, not beheaded. Why would we need your niece to earn a living for us? I remember Father said before that the Gu family would not take concubines, nor would he allow any Gu family woman to become a concubine. If I remember correctly, the Third Prince already has a principal wife. Sister-in-law, are you still not satisfied with the family rules set by Father?”

Liu Yun said, "Times have changed. The entire Gu family is struggling to survive. Can't we make changes?"

Besides, Tong'er is willing to make this sacrifice for the entire Gu family. As her uncle, shouldn't you support her?

"Let's ask Father first before making a decision," Gu Kaiyuan said. He saw that Liu Yun was a little anxious, but he didn't want to make things worse tomorrow. If giving her a set of old clothes could keep her quiet for a few days, it would be a good deal.

However, he was somewhat annoyed by the other party's attitude. It was clearly the mother and daughter who wanted to climb the social ladder, yet they had to portray themselves as so noble.

“Tomorrow will be too late,” Liu Yun gritted her teeth. “You’re a man, so you know how important first impressions are. Tong’er has everything ready now, all she needs is a clean set of clothes.”

“Gu Kaiyuan, I know you have grievances against us, but now is not the time to be petty. If we want to get rid of our current status, we must make some sacrifices.”

Tong'er was willing to be humble and subservient to everyone this time, and you, as her uncle, aren't you going to help her at all?"

"Sister-in-law, don't pretend with me about what's going on here. Everyone knows what your purpose is."

Don't portray yourselves as so virtuous. If you insist on thinking that way, then I suggest you don't do this. Our future is what we men should strive for, how can we sacrifice our niece's happiness?

"Since you feel wronged, then don't do it. Anyway, Dad and the three of us brothers will handle things at home."

Seeing the slightly mocking look in Gu Kaiyuan's eyes, Liu Yun knew that Gu Kaiyuan had already seen through her little scheme.

“You may not care, but why should your whole family suffer with you?”

Yes, with the Bai family's help, of course you don't care about these things, but if An Tong goes to Lingnan, what kind of person can she marry?
Those country bumpkins don't deserve to marry my daughter whom I've raised with such care. Rather than letting her waste her life in Lingnan, I'd rather she take a chance. Maybe…”

"Don't look at me like that. Do you think Mother allowed me to take Tong'er to the princess's flower banquet before? Everyone in the Gu family except for those of you who don't care about worldly affairs knows that Father and Mother want Tong'er to enter the royal family."

Gu Kaiyuan: "What's the point of my sister-in-law telling me all this now?"

I'm not going to pursue a career in government. Even if Gu Antong rises to a high position, I'm afraid she won't even notice me, her uncle.

"But we're all family after all, so don't say I'm heartless. I can try to get you some clothes, but don't come to me again if something like this happens."

Liu Yun, "Remember to find a nice one, something decent..."

“That’s a bit too much,” Gu Kaiyuan stopped, turned around and stared at her, “Sister-in-law, are you sure you want to make any more demands?”

Liu Yun harbored resentment, but dared not offend Gu Kaiyuan at this moment. "Then I'll trouble you, Third Brother."

He also decided in his heart that when An Tong soared to great heights, he would definitely make Gu Kaiyuan pay.

Gu Kaiyuan called Zhuang Datou over, gave him a few brief instructions, and Zhuang Datou quickly found Dongmei.

When Dongmei appeared in front of Liu Yun, she was holding a light blue dress.