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

"Xiao Yuyan, what are you doing? Can't you see that grandma is not feeling well and needs to go home and rest?"

Wang's voice was mixed with dissatisfaction and blame, directed directly at Xiao Yuyan, and she did not hide her anger and anxiety about the current situation.

In Wang's eyes, Xiao Yuyan was obviously delaying time deliberately, unwilling to let this group of relatives, who were tired and dressed slightly old, step into his current life.

She believed that beneath Xiao Yuyan's seemingly respectable appearance, there was a cold and indifferent heart.

She never forgot that he was once a rural child who worked in the fields with them, but life in the town over the years made him gradually forget where his roots were.

All these changes, if it weren't for the old lady Xiao who gave everything she had to support him to leave that yellow land and enter the school, how could he have the respect and knowledge he has today?

Inside the car, Ding Xiang heard the noise outside, her eyebrows slightly frowned, and then she stepped lightly out of the car, glancing sharply at the people gathered around Xiao Yuyan.

"Who are these people to speak to you so disrespectfully?"

Xiao Yuyan stepped forward quickly: "Xiang'er, they are my relatives. They originally lived in Xiahe Village, which was hit by the flood. They lost everything and came to Jinguan Town after a long journey. As soon as they arrived, they hoped to take shelter in my hut, but you also know that my residence..."

There was a hint of helplessness in his words, and he never said much to Dingxiang about the financial difficulties and small size of their home.

Before Dingxiang could finish his words, a barely perceptible sneer escaped her nose.

"How dare a bunch of rustic country folk call themselves my relatives? If they don't want to leave on their own, I can ask my father's men to give them a ride."

As soon as these words were spoken, Wang and Xiao You immediately became furious and were about to explode at any time.

Wang rolled up her sleeves, looking ready to argue with Ding Xiang to the end, and said sternly, "Who do you think you are? How dare you interfere in our family affairs!"

Xiao Yuyan was about to open his mouth to mediate, but was interrupted by the driver beside him, who angrily scolded: "You country boy, do you have eyes on the top of your head? How dare you offend my young lady!"

The driver's voice was deep and full of authority that could not be violated.

Upon hearing this, Ding Xiang seemed even more arrogant. She held her head high, her eyes full of disdain, and looked around at the Xiao family again.

"My father is the mayor of Jinguan Town. You don't even know me, and you still want to act wildly here? If you don't restrain yourself, I don't mind letting you experience the taste of prison firsthand!"

Just as she finished speaking, several servants happened to approach. Ding Xiang lost no time in giving orders, her voice as cold as ice.

"Catch all these people who don't know the rules, throw them into the dungeon, and let them taste the power of the stick!"

The officers responded by moving quickly and efficiently and controlled the Xiao family members who were caught off guard.

Old Mrs. Xiao was old and frail, and had never experienced such a scene before. She was terrified and could only ask Xiao Yuyan for help: "My dear grandson, think of a way quickly and ask them to let us go. Grandma doesn't want to cause you any trouble."

At this moment, Xiao Yuyan felt mixed emotions. He forced a wry smile on his face, tightly holding Ding Xiang's hand, with a hint of pleading in his eyes: "Xiang'er, they are really my relatives. For my sake, please forgive them this time."

Ding Xiang hesitated for a moment, and finally waved her hand reluctantly, tacitly agreeing to Xiao Yuyan's request. "Let them go."

Upon hearing this, the officers loosened their restraints on the Xiao family and retreated behind Ding Xiang, leaving the Xiao family looking at each other in bewilderment, at a loss as to what to do.

Wang finally realized that she had provoked the wrong person, and her previous momentum was gone.

Seeing that the Xiao family was still standing there in a daze, Ding Xiang's impatience was evident in her words: "Why are you still standing there? Leave Jinguan Town immediately. If I see you wandering around in this town again, don't blame me for asking my father to order you all to be thrown into the dungeon!"

Old Mrs. Xiao's heart tightened, and she was filled with fear and turned her eyes eagerly to Xiao Yuyan.

Even if they couldn't live in Xiao Yuyan's home, it would be a great comfort to them as long as they could stay in the town.

However, Xiao Yuyan's expression was complicated. Obviously, facing such a situation, even he was powerless to save the situation.

Old Mrs. Xiao's weather-beaten face was covered with wrinkles of time. Her eyes flashed with complex emotions, which eventually turned into a long and heavy sigh.

She understood that the Xiao family's footprints on this land would soon be blown away by the wind, and they would no longer be able to leave a deeper mark on this familiar land.

With her trembling, dry hands, she gently stroked Xiao Yuyan's tender face. Every wrinkle seemed to tell of past hardships and expectations.

The old lady's voice was low and powerful, causing ripples in Xiao Yuyan's heart.

"My good child, life is a long journey. You must study hard and don't let the world's glitz and glamour blind you. Strive to become a scholar one day, and let your Xiao family shine because of you."

There was determination in Xiao Yuyan's eyes. Although he was young, he understood the weight of this expectation.

He nodded vigorously, holding back the moisture in his eyes, and forced a smile, as if telling his grandmother that he would be strong and would be her pride.

"Grandma, I remember every word you said. Please take good care of yourself and your family members, find a quiet corner, and spend the rest of your life in peace."

When Mrs. Xiao heard this, tears welled up in her eyes, her eyes filled with reluctance and expectation.

She gave him one last glance, full of kindness and helplessness, then turned around and led the members of the second branch of the Xiao family.

Ding Xiang seemed to still have some doubts about the Xiao family's departure. She turned around abruptly and ordered the officers behind her sternly: "Keep a close eye on them. If they dare to stay in Jinguan Town for too long, bring them back to me immediately!"

Upon hearing the order, the officers responded in unison, following the Xiao family members in close steps, never leaving them.

Xiao Yuyan watched all of this. The deep sadness of parting seemed to be replaced by the uncertainty of the future at this moment. His eyes flickered with determination and unwillingness to accept the future.

And on the high teahouse, Xiao Zhixue watched this scene silently, with the corners of her mouth slightly raised.

She thought to herself that Xiao Yuyan's acting skills were impressive enough even on stage.

As Mrs. Xiao and her family left, Xiao Tingxuan felt a surge of mixed emotions.

"Their harshness in the past finally got the response they deserved."

At this time, Xiao Zhixue's gaze was focused on Xiao Yuyan again. She saw that while he was talking to Ding Xiang, his body suddenly twitched.

Then, a violent cough broke the tranquility around.

Seeing this, Dingxiang hurried forward and patted his back gently, hoping to give Xiao Yuyan, who was in pain, a chance to catch his breath.