Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 274 - 110: Shameless Liao Dong

"Oh?" Gu Chengyu had thought Yu Family didn’t care about their appearance! He didn’t use much of the powder, and by now, the effect should be fading, but the scars on the body certainly can’t be erased!

He thought for a moment that perhaps Yu Family initially believed they were doomed to die, so naturally had no mind to care about their looks. Now that they seemed to be recovering, yet the scars remain forever on the skin.

The medicine, as long as you scratch it, the wound will heal and definitely leave a scar. You say not to scratch, that’s impossible—when it itches, one wishes to die! In this regard, Yu Family is quite strong.

"What reason did you give to outsiders?" Since people are locked up, there must be a reason. It’s impossible to tell outsiders that the matron killed many servants, so locked in the Buddhist Hall right? Besides, explaining to Yu Family’s parents would be difficult!

"We told outsiders it was madness. Jiang Mansion’s servants didn’t know much, and this was what our secret agent, planted earlier, told us." Yu Tuanzi also learned the tricks. Buying secret agents was suggested by Gu Chengyu, placed in Jiang Mansion to gather intel.

Gu Chengyu was a bit surprised, it seemed Jiang Mingyuan is ruthless—he’s cut off Yu Family’s way back. Even if she is released later and said to be cured, aristocratic wives won’t want to associate with her!

Indeed! Yu Family now can only be considered discarded. Perhaps Jiang Mingyuan and his father-in-law have differing political views.

As the two were talking, suddenly, there was a fluttering of wings at the windowsill.

"Young Master! There’s a carrier pigeon!" Yu Tuanzi stepped forward and caught the pigeon, retrieving a small bamboo tube from its claws, then turned to hand the tube to Gu Chengyu, before going to feed the pigeon.

This should be Housekeeper Niu’s reply. He had asked Manager Niu to probe Vice Magistrate Wang, hoping to add two more slots to the Prefecture School, not knowing if succeeded.

He took out and unfolded the small piece of paper inside, which didn’t have much written due to its size.

After reading, he tossed the paper onto the table and instructed Yu Tuanzi to destroy it. Surprisingly, Prefect Jiang seemed to find it hard to secure slots, yet Vice Magistrate Wang found a way—no idea what method used. The result was good; two slots secured, so he must go thank Vice Magistrate Wang when visiting the Prefecture.

"You’re going back to the town tomorrow right? I’ll write two letters now; take my letters to Sun Xian and Ye Zhiqiu separately, have them reply after reading." Gu Chengyu thought attending the Prefecture School was good, but their families weren’t wealthy. He worried they might skip studying in the Prefecture to save Silver, so asking was necessary.

Actually, Sun Xian had fifty taels gifted by him, plus other presents, shouldn’t lack Silver; Ye Zhiqiu was a candidate, with people tying land to his name and offering benefits, should also not lack money.

However, knowing he also has three girls at home, the Prefecture certainly being farther than the county, Ye Zhiqiu might hesitate to care for his family. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

"Yes!" Yu Tuanzi didn’t peek at the letter’s contents, knowing if he should be informed, the young master would definitely tell. These years venturing outside, he learned much about what should be done and what shouldn’t.

While writing, Gu Chengyu recalled Yu Tuanzi’s marriage matters.

"Your Caihua is already betrothed, why not marry a wife?" Yu Cuihua married two years ago, chosen an honest lad from the village, not marrying out, mainly reluctant to leave her mother. Yu Tuanzi being away often, without her care, their blind mother cannot sustain alone.

"Just haven’t found the right one." Saying this, Yu Tuanzi felt embarrassed.

"Find one soon! Don’t always burden your sister." Gu Chengyu smiled, blew dry the letter before fitting it in an envelope.

Two days later, early in the morning, Gu Xiu and family stood at Gu Family’s courtyard gate with their luggage.

"Changqing! I’m heading back now, no need to keep me, too much to do at home, not opened shop for days, we have to return!" Aunt Gu stood at the gate, reluctantly bidding everyone farewell.

"Ah! Safe travels!" Mr. Gu sighed inwardly; only a fool would want to keep Aunt Gu!

Gu Xiu and family had a delightful stay at Gu Family for the past few days! They were provided well, and their flat luggage was now bulging. Yet Mr. Gu’s concern wasn’t that—they finally were leaving! If they didn’t leave soon, he would cry; Gu Family nearly ate into poverty by them.

Gu Chengyu observed Mr. Gu’s relieved manner amusedly. To say, Gu Xiu’s family indeed had a knack, each meal resembling a full banquet, amazed how a few bellies could accommodate so much.

It startled him too, but if no trouble caused, a few days stay, he could tolerate. However, Liao Dong wasn’t easy, peeping at village women bathing at such a young age—caught and beaten immediately.

Previously, Aunt Gu intended moving the family to Shanhe Town, shocking everyone present. After the incident, Gu Xiu kept explaining it was childish mischief. Who knew two days later, Liao Dong reverted, people intolerantly confronted them.

Feeling disgraced, fearing further disturbance, Gu Xiu could only lead the family back in shame.

Luckily, Liao Dong stayed at Uncle Gu’s house overnight, or their second sister and niece at home might be endangered? After the incident, Gu Chengyu instructed Ming Yan and Ming Mo to guard the home. Liao Dong, the same age as him, how could such actions arise? Gu Chengyu couldn’t fathom; could nine-year-olds know such matters? Premature, shameless.

After Aunt Gu left, peace resided at home, second branch returning to normal life. Gu Chengyi often complained about He’s cooking, considering it dirty and tasteless, always freeloading meals at the main hall with Mr. Gu.

Early one day, Gu Chengyu packed his luggage, preparing to head to the Prefecture for studies. Mrs. Lv helped while nagging.

"Weather’s turning colder, bring warmer robes. I stitched these shoes, sturdy! Pack two or three pairs. These foods, take along, homemade jerky and such, eat if hungry, don’t be stingy with classmates, share just a little."

"Oh! Have you brought money? Enough? If not, I have!" Mrs. Lv knew it was futile asking; who’s the wealthiest in Gu Family? Certainly Xiao Bao.

"Mom! I have money with me!" Gu Chengyu briefly told his parents about his assets, long since stopped asking money from them.