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

Chapter 351 351. Calculation
After Gu Antong finished the sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner, she followed Liu Yun to pack her luggage. She left behind all the clothes she had worn out before and only took the few sets of clothes she bought later, as well as jewelry.

I didn't think there would be much stuff, but after picking up a little here and a little there, it ended up being two large, full packages.

"Don't bring so much stuff," Gu Baijiang frowned as he saw the nearly meter-high bundle. "Just bring a change of clothes for each of you. His Highness has already sent someone to give the instructions to keep things as simple as possible."

The eldest son's wife wasn't this short-sighted before. Could it be that she's learned to be frugal after going through a tough time lately?

“These are all things we’ll need on the road, and we have a horse-drawn carriage, right?” Liu Yun used to look down on these things, but after going through so much hardship along the way, she understood all too well that sometimes, even a small thing on the road can be a lifesaver.

Especially the dry rations, the whole package was full of them.

"Then let's take it with us for now," Gu Baijiang said. He didn't know if the Third Prince had prepared a carriage, but considering the Third Prince's status, he figured it was impossible for him to travel on horseback, so he didn't worry about it for the time being.

“Grandfather,” Gu Antong said respectfully, “should we tell Third Uncle about our return to the capital?”
No matter what, we're all family. Uncle San might have misunderstood something before...

The implication was clear to everyone: Liu Yun was somewhat annoyed with her daughter for meddling, and that the third son should bear the consequences of his own actions.

He has already chosen to abandon this whole family, so there's no point in clinging to him now.

From now on, they will be in charge of the eldest branch of the family, and she couldn't wait to give away both of her younger brothers-in-law.

Gu Baijiang seemed to be deep in thought. He had raised such a grown son, and of course he didn't want to do it for nothing.

But ever since that kid left Beijing, his personality has changed drastically, and he can't get along with his family anymore.

What he found hardest to part with was the Bai family behind him. Although he could keep some of the hidden silver when he returned this time, it still couldn't compare to the Bai family.

"Don't mention him," Gu Baijiang still had his pride and wouldn't back down first. In any case, he hadn't hidden the news of his return to the capital. If Gu Kaiyuan knew what was good for him, he should come to apologize himself.

After Gu Baijiang left, Liu Yun tapped her forehead and said, "Why did you bring him up at this time?"

"If we bring them back, we'll have to support their whole family."

“Mother,” Gu Antong sometimes didn’t know how to comment on Liu Yun. She was cunning and calculating, but she just wasn’t magnanimous enough.

If Gu Kaiyuan and the others really go back with them, then there will be someone to take care of all the mundane things at home.

Are you really going to rely on your second uncle? Don't be ridiculous. Your second uncle is all show and no substance.

"Don't forget, Uncle has the Bai family behind him. If Uncle and the others really go back, will the Bai family really just let it go?"

Everything along the way was arranged so meticulously, let alone in front of them.

If the legitimate daughter who has married off falls into poverty, it will damage the reputation of the Bai family. In that case, their family will only benefit from following behind.

“Your third aunt is a shrewd woman,” Liu Yun said with a sneer, “Look at all this time, who has taken advantage of her?”
Now that you've caught the Third Prince's eye and are entering the royal family, you mustn't get involved with these poor relatives. If they ask you for favors later, you won't be able to refuse.

The daughter's connections and relationships are reserved for her husband and son; no one else in the Gu family should even think about getting involved.

“Mother, I understand all of this,” Gu Antong said shyly. “If we return to the capital now, our resources will be even weaker. It will be difficult for Father to support us on his own. Even if we make many promises now, we will still be in charge in the future…”

Liu Yun thought about it and realized it was true. "Then should I have your father go find him?"

"Go ahead," Gu Antong said, relieved to see that she had come to her senses. "Let Dad talk to him properly, and don't be afraid to offer him some benefits."

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Hearing the noise outside, Bai Suihe couldn't help but peek out. "Who's here so late?" It's New Year's Eve. Instead of staying home to celebrate, they're disturbing others.

Gu Kaiyuan hugged Gu Xingyang and said, "Who cares who he is? Lin Hua and the others will deal with him."

Gu Xingyang said gloatingly, "Father, it's your eldest brother who's here to see you."

"My older brother?" Gu Kaiyuan didn't react for a moment. "Why would he come here in this cold weather?"

Gu Kaiping is a man who values ​​his life. It's drizzling outside, and it's dark and cold. He's not afraid of slipping and falling on the road.

"I have some fantastic news for you. They're heading back to Beijing." Gu Xingyang blinked at her father. "They're coming to find you and bring you back."

Gu Kaiyuan gently patted her through the blanket, "I have nothing to do with them anymore. We don't need to care where they go."

“Hehe,” Gu Xingyang laughed, “That’s because they’re short of a blood pack, and they’re just waiting for you to deliver it to them.”

They came with complete confidence and sincerity.

Bai Suihe: "You little brat, do you even know what sincerity is?"

“Of course I know,” Gu Xingyang’s crisp voice rang in their minds, “of course it’s all kinds of promises and all kinds of verbal agreements.”

Bai Suihe's eyes crinkled with amusement at the child's words, "You even know this?"

This child is truly born with innate knowledge; he's practically a genius.

Gu Xingyang said with a hint of smugness, "I've learned a lot from my mother over the years."

Bai Suihe frowned, "..."

Gu Xingyang realized she had let something slip and quickly tried to cover her mouth with her hand, but because she was wearing thick clothes, her little arm couldn't reach it. Her eyes darted around and she finally looked to Gu Kaiyuan for help.

Gu Kaiyuan chuckled and tried to smooth things over, "Our baby is smart, it's only right that he knows more. What exactly are they doing up there? Why haven't they gotten rid of those people yet?"

Usually, after being dismissed, they would come back to report. Could it be that Gu Kaiping is being unreasonable again?
He was absolutely right. Gu Kaiping was determined to see Gu Kaiyuan in person this time, so he insisted on staying at the door.

Lin Hua and the others had no choice but to tell Gu Kaiyuan about it.

"Just close the door and ignore him," Gu Kaiyuan said coldly. What a big mouth he has! Does he think he has to see me just because he says he wants to?

Lin Hua turned and left without hesitation, called a few people, pushed the person out in one go, and closed the door behind him.

Gu Kaiping, who was blocked outside the door, was speechless.

But he didn't give up and continued banging on the door.

"It's the New Year, and this old man Gu is really restless," Lin Hua complained, raising his voice, "Old man Gu, you should go back. It's not a good look for you to be like this during the New Year."

“Find Gu Kaiyuan, and I refuse to believe that he would even turn away his elder brother.”

"I have some incredibly good news to share with him. You lackeys, if you delay things, you'll be held responsible."

(End of this chapter)