Koi Fubao: Being loved by everyone on the road to escape from famine

This statement was like a bolt from the blue, instantly causing uproar in the crowd, especially Mrs. Xiao's family. They had never imagined that the chief of Shangqiao Village would be so determined to expel them from the team for what they called a "fool disaster".

The village chief did not hesitate at all, and strode towards Old Lady Xiao and the others, "You guys can go, our team in Shangqiao Village cannot accommodate you."

His words were decisive, leaving no room for ambiguity.

Seeing this, Old Mrs. Xiao was about to plead for mercy, but Wang spoke first.

Wang suddenly straightened her back and her eyes shot towards Xiao Zhixue like arrows.

She was full of anger and asked in a stern voice: "Village head, do you know who she is? She is a disaster star! Why did you listen to her nonsense and want to drive us away?"

Behind Wang, Xiao You was also filled with indignation, trying his best to agree: "Village Chief, you asked me why my leg became lame? It was all because of that calamity star!"

The village chief's face remained calm as he faced the Xiao family's fierce accusations.

Although he could not immediately determine the truth, from the rogue faces and cunning eyes of the Xiao family, he vaguely felt that these accusations might be unfounded.

Perhaps, the lame leg was just caused by Xiao You's accidental fall, but now the blame is put on the innocent Xiao Zhixue.

Thinking of this, the village chief's face became even colder, and his words were as powerful as an ice cone: "You don't have to waste your breath anymore. I have decided to let you leave. Don't hinder our team anymore."

The folks in Shangqiao Village, who originally had complaints about the members of the Xiao family, were now talking about them even more, with obvious dissatisfaction and doubt in their eyes.

They witnessed with their own eyes that not long ago, if Xiao Zhixue had not been quick-eyed and quick-handed, Chen Ge'er would have choked on the food and would have been in danger.

And what about the Xiao family members?

Apart from picking on others and making mischief, when have they ever extended a helping hand or shown any kindness?

The villagers' patience had reached its limit and they could no longer conceal their contempt for the Xiao family.

"I'm talking to you guys. The village chief has made it so clear, why are you still clinging here like a dog-skin plaster?"

A middle-aged man spoke first, his words full of sarcasm.

"Why don't I think she looks like a disaster star? Instead, she saved Chen Ge'er's life. I think this disaster star hat is most suitable for your family to wear!" A woman couldn't help but join in the condemnation.

"Come on, stop being an eyesore here. It's annoying to see you!" Another villager waved his arms, urging the Xiao family to leave quickly.

Old Mrs. Xiao listened to the villagers around her talking about driving her family away, and she was so angry that the cane in her hand shook uncontrollably.

She stared at those indignant faces, feeling angry but having no place to vent.

Wang was sure that the villagers would stand on her side and jointly exclude Xiao Zhixue's family. However, in a flash, the direction of public opinion suddenly reversed, and almost everyone began to support Xiao Zhixue.

This sudden change shocked her. Anger instantly surged in her heart. She stood up suddenly and was about to curse.

However, before she could open her mouth, Mrs. Xiao's majestic voice exploded like thunder: "Shut up! If you dare to say one more word, I will let the second son divorce you!"

When Wang heard the word "divorce", it was like a wake-up call. The evil words that were about to come out of her mouth were swallowed back into her stomach in an instant. Her face turned pale and her whole body trembled.

Seeing that the villagers of Shangqiao Village could no longer tolerate the existence of her family, Mrs. Xiao's face turned livid and she gave an order to Xiao You: "Second brother, help me up, let's go!"

Upon hearing the order, Xiao You immediately helped his mother up respectfully. The four of them picked up the luggage scattered on the ground. Before leaving, they did not forget to glare at Xiao Zhixue's family fiercely, their eyes full of resentment and unwillingness.

In the end, they disappeared at the end of the village road in a panic, filled with resentment.

Xiao Zhixue watched their backs gradually going away, with indifference and satisfaction flashing in her eyes.

As soon as Mrs. Xiao and her family completely left their sight, the villagers of Shangqiao Village immediately and enthusiastically invited Xiao Zhixue and her family to come and sit down.

Xiao Zhixue accepted it with pleasure, her smile like a spring breeze. She turned to her parents and said softly, "Mom and Dad, let's go over there."

The family walked through the crowd and sat down again at their original spot by the river.

When the village chief saw them return safely, he couldn't help feeling happy.

In the following conversations, the villagers gradually learned the names of Xiao Zhixue's family. It turned out that they were traveling with Old Lady Xiao, but were forcibly separated for various reasons along the way.

Zhou Shuqiong even tearfully recounted the cruel past in which Old Madam Xiao had attempted to sell Xiao Zhixue to someone else as a maid.

This information was shocking, making the villagers even more disgusted with Mrs. Xiao's family.

They secretly rejoiced in their hearts that Xiao Zhixue's family was able to escape from their clutches, come to Shangqiao Village, and become one of them.

After a short rest, the village chief's steady but slightly hoarse voice broke the silence, "Fellow villagers, it seems that everyone has rested enough, let's continue on our journey."

Hearing the sound, everyone stood up from the stones and grass under the shade of the trees, picked up their bags on their shoulders, and set out on the road again.

Xiao Zhixue was suffering from bouts of drowsiness at this moment.

Last night, she tossed and turned in the moonlight, unable to fall asleep.

Today, she had another long and non-stop journey. At this moment, she seemed to be swept by a wave of fatigue, which was difficult to resist.

During the short break just now, she simply closed her eyes and took a nap for a while, trying to drive away the sleepiness. However, as the team set off again, the sleepiness came over her like a raging wave.

She mustered her strength, quickly took out the water bag from her waist, and carefully poured out a little clear and transparent spiritual spring water. A faint halo appeared on the surface of the water, as if it contained a mysterious power.

The sleepiness is blown away instantly and disappears without a trace.

Her eyes also took on a new look and she looked refreshed.

Glancing at the team, Xiao Zhixue noticed the figure of her eldest brother Xiao Tingrui. His steps were a little slow, obviously because he was seriously exhausted.

She felt pity for him and walked quickly to his side, handing him the still warm water bag in her hand: "Brother, drink some water, maybe it can relieve your fatigue."

Xiao Tingrui took the water bag and looked at the crystal liquid with some hesitation. He knew that supplies were scarce at home and every drop of water was precious.

But he still chose to trust his sister, gently opened the bag, not daring to drink too much, just took a small sip.

However, as soon as this small sip of water touched the tip of the tongue, it seemed to turn into a warm current that instantly ran through the whole body, and the original heavy feeling of fatigue disappeared without a trace.

He stared at the water bag in his hand in surprise, then looked up at Xiao Zhixue, his eyes full of confusion and surprise.

"Little sister, why does this water taste different from usual? Could it be..." He hesitated to speak.

Xiao Zhixue smiled slightly, warmly and firmly: "I added some medicinal juice to the water, which is good for your health. Don't worry, drink it, I guarantee you will be full of energy."