Rebirth: The whole family travels through time together: Fubao Koi is busy eating melons

She took a few steps forward and decisively pulled out the cloth strip from Lingwei's mouth. Although she complained, she helped Lingwei free herself without hesitation.

"If it weren't for my excessive compassion, we might not be in this difficult situation together. I was also too careless and still haven't figured out a way to get out of this situation."

Although there was a hint of self-blame in Xiao Youniang's words, they also revealed a firmness and courage.

Lingwei's voice was as clear as a silver bell, revealing deep gratitude. She bowed and made a solemn vow: "I will remember this great favor in my heart. No matter when and where in the future, you only need to say a word, and Lingwei is willing to sacrifice her life to repay you."

Facing Ling Wei's face like that of a classical beauty, Xiao Youniang secretly sighed in her heart that such a stunning appearance could indeed easily lead to trouble.

"Shh, now is not the time to talk. You can express your gratitude later when you have the chance. Our top priority right now is to escape from here as soon as possible. Otherwise, once that person returns, we will have no chance."

Xiao Youniang glanced at Lingwei warily, fearing that her fragile appearance would become a burden.

She searched around the room and finally chose a sturdy round stool. She handed it to Ling Wei and gave an order: "You, take this teapot. Once you encounter an enemy, smash it hard on his head. Don't waste the fragments. They may have unexpected uses."

Lingwei nervously took the teapot, nodded in agreement, and followed closely, paying close attention to every movement around her.

The little girl approached the window again, quickly checked the surroundings, and then stepped decisively towards the door.

Ling Wei followed closely behind, her heart pounding.

Xiao Youniang deliberately increased the force of shaking the door, causing the door frame to creak, as if it would fall apart in the next second.

The sudden loud noise alerted the sturdy gatekeeper. He opened the door with doubts and wanted to find out what was going on, but he didn't expect that he would be hit by the stool in the little girl's hand. He fell to the ground, bleeding and lost consciousness.

"Run, now!"

The young girl shouted.

Although Lingwei was afraid, when she saw Xiao Youniang rushing into the woods, she mustered up her courage and ignored everything else. The desire to escape drove her forward.

Xiao Youniang ran like the wind, and Lingwei was chasing her with difficulty behind her. The two of them shuttled through the woods.

"Wait for me!"

Lingwei shouted breathlessly.

Xiao Youniang had no choice but to stop and pull Lingwei along to run together, "Follow them, it will be bad if they find us."

They ran all the way, and strangely, they didn't meet anyone along the way.

No one knows whether the direction is correct.

Suddenly, the ground under their feet lost its hardness, and the two stepped on a piece of soft fallen leaves and fell into the trap in an instant.

Ling Wei screamed out of instinctive panic.

Xiao Youniang quickly calmed down and considered whether she should call for help, but quickly gave up the idea, "Lingwei, don't make a sound. If you attract the enemy, all your efforts will be wasted. Let's rest first and make plans after nightfall."

She adjusted her posture, leaning against the wall of the pit, trying to make herself more comfortable.

……

At the same time, in Chengguan County, an operation to find Xiao Youniang was in full swing.

The county magistrate Fan Yunfu mobilized most of the government's forces just to find her whereabouts.

Every corner of the county town was covered with missing person notices for Xiao Youniang, and next to it was a rough but distinctive portrait of a one-eyed man. Although the painting skills were average, it was enough to make those thin, ugly-looking one-eyed men the target of public criticism.

The Zhang family was extremely anxious. Father Zhang Laoer was sweating profusely. Mother Xu Liyun suggested, "Let's go back to Jinxiu Pavilion and wait. Let father go back to the villa and wait. Every time Youniang got into trouble, she would go home by herself at night. This time, she will definitely come back safely."

"Yes, young lady is very clever. She might show up tonight! Let's go find father now."

As Xu Liyun spoke, she pulled her younger sister Zhang Wuya back.

Zhang Mingyi and Grandpa Zhang went back and forth on this missing road countless times. No matter whether it was the intersection of the neighboring village or any inconspicuous haystacks or woods, they could not find any clues about Xiao Youniang.

"Grandpa, let's go back to the store first and see if there is any new news from my parents, and then wait together for the progress of the county government."

Zhang Ming was so worried about his grandfather's health that the old man didn't even have time to drink a sip of water the whole day.

……

After a long time, the family was finally reunited in this quaint shop.

Various fabrics and ready-made clothes are neatly arranged on the wooden shelves in the store. The setting sun shines through the carved window lattices, casting mottled light and shadows on the ground, adding a touch of warmth to this gathering.

The moment they met, they seemed to have a telepathic connection and blurted out the same question: "What's going on? Any news about Youniang?"

His tone was gentle but couldn't hide his inner anxiety.

When they heard the answers to each other's questions, they all shook their heads silently, became deflated involuntarily, and slumped down on the bluestone steps beside the threshold of the shop.

Their eyes were filled with loss, and the wooden door frame they were leaning against seemed to be carrying a thousand pounds of worry. It was obvious that the process of finding You Niang was not smooth.

Zhang Wuya stared blankly ahead, and every piece of clothing in the store brought back memories.

"Grandpa, I remember now. We were also captured by the beggars last time. It was Brother Lingwen who rescued us. After that, Chengguan County never heard of the beggars' evil deeds again. Could Brother Lingwen have had contact with those people? Could he have any clues?"

There was a glimmer of hope in her words, as if she had found a guiding star in the dark night sky.

"Well, let's go ask Ling Wen right away. There's strength in numbers! I remember Ling Wen said that if you want to find him, just hang a red dress outside our store."

Zhang Wuya's grandfather Zhang Laoer said this while stroking his chin with his rough hands, as if he was planning every next step.

Upon hearing this, Xu Liyun hurried into the store without saying a word. She gently took off the dark blue dress in the window that was as deep as the night, and replaced it with a bright and eye-catching red dress. It looked particularly dazzling in the afterglow of the setting sun, as if it was a signal light that brought hope to this family.

Not long after, a man in official uniform and with a clear face strode over. It was Fan Yunfu.

"Don't worry, everyone. I've already sent notices about arresting Pai Huazi to the surrounding counties. As soon as we get any news, we'll take action to arrest him. Our brothers in the county government have been checking every household in the county. We will definitely find You Niang."

His voice was firm and powerful, bringing a sense of relief to everyone.

"Master Zhang, you have worked hard all day. Come in and have some tea and take a rest!"

Zhang Laoer warmly invited Fan Yunfu to come into the store to rest for a while.