Reborn as a Happy Wife in a Rural Family
Chapter 134: Never Thought About This Question Before

Chapter 134: Chapter 134: Never Thought About This Question Before

He said the eldest daughter was acting like a madwoman, latching onto anyone she encountered. With nowhere else to go, she would undoubtedly lunge at Ms. Wu the moment she saw her.

Ms. Jiang waved her hand, sighed, and then explained the situation to Ms. Wu.

After listening, Ms. Wu felt a sense of vindication. She deserves it. It truly is karma. Back when we were at the old Gu Family, every time our Li’er was beaten or scolded, she would always be there, chiming in. Fortunately, Li’er is blessed with good fortune, always managing to escape death. Alas, it was all because I, her mother, was useless and couldn’t protect my child.

Thinking about the past, Ms. Wu felt a terrible ache in her heart, truly hating her own incompetence. If only I had the courage then that I have now, Li’er, Dashuang, and Xiaoshuang wouldn’t have suffered so much.

Ms. Jiang patted her hand. "The past is past. Those people have received their retribution. Just look at the state their family is in now."

"Indeed." Ms. Wu’s eyes flickered towards the Gu Family’s old residence, and she sneered inwardly. Back then, whenever anyone mentioned those three scholars, the Gu family members would act so high and mighty, looking down their noses at everyone. What a bunch! And now? There’s no need to even mention Third Brother Gu’s fate. As for Gu Qingming, he got involved with a married woman in the village before even getting married himself. What decent family would marry their daughter to him? His reputation is ruined, and he’s still a bachelor. And what about that self-proclaimed extraordinary Gu Qingyan? He failed the imperial examination all the same. Did they really think becoming a scholar was so easy? If it were, the Daqian Kingdom would be teeming with imperial scholars. Why even bother with exams? They might as well just be appointed scholars directly!

"That’s the right way to think," Ms. Jiang said. "For now, just focus on your pregnancy and don’t let everyone worry."

Ms. Wu nodded. "Of course."

「In the evening」

When Xiao Yunjing returned, Gu Qingli told him about her plan to build a shed for the chilies on the back mountain. Xiao Yunjing agreed immediately, without a second thought. "Whatever you want to do, Li’er, just do it. We have the manpower. You just need to tell me the specifics of how to do it."

"Good." Besides, I didn’t want to ask for help from the villagers. They’d only get ideas if they saw the chilies. The acre of sweet potatoes should be ready for harvest soon too, so we can gather them at the same time. Then we can plant some green vegetables. The plots where we grew cowpeas and string beans in the first half of the year haven’t been cleared yet since the vines withered. We can plant those areas too. If we have more than we can eat, we’ll sell it to the restaurant, just like we did earlier in the year. We could make another small fortune!

"Li’er, come with me to the County Town tomorrow. We need to buy some things. A lot of people arrived today, so we need to restock on daily necessities and food. Alright?"

"Why are you being so formal with me? Let’s go first thing tomorrow morning," Gu Qingli said, feigning annoyance.

Xiao Yunjing scratched his head and chuckled sheepishly, then pulled her into his embrace and kissed her deeply.

I won’t use Li’er’s Space unless it’s absolutely necessary. I don’t want her to misunderstand. I’ve never had any covetous designs on it, nor would I ever stoop to that. Only a worthless man would scheme to get his wife’s possessions.

He kissed her lips again. "I just don’t want you to misunderstand, Li’er."

Gu Qingli wrapped her arms around his neck, gazed into his dark, intense eyes, and blinked. "As long as it’s not used for anything that goes against the laws of Heaven and Earth, it’s fine," she said earnestly. "The heavens granted me this for a reason. If I ever were to do such a thing, this ability might be taken away. It’s even possible that I myself would disappear from this world."

Xiao Yunjing’s heart plummeted, and it began to pound in his chest. He quickly covered her mouth, his voice tight with panic. "Li’er, don’t say such things! I won’t use it anymore, ever."

"PUFFT!" Gu Qingli couldn’t help but laugh at his terrified expression. "Look at you, so tense! We’re not doing anything that defies Heaven or reason. Don’t worry. In the future, we’ll just focus on doing more good deeds for the people." Besides, maybe if I die, I’ll transmigrate back. Or perhaps, if I leave this body, the Original Host will return.

Entertaining this possibility, Gu Qingli decided to tease Xiao Yunjing and see how he would react.

"Hey, Yunjing," she began, "what if, one day, I really disappear, and the original Gu Qingli returns? What would you do then?"

Xiao Yunjing froze.

Judging by his expression, he’s never considered this before. But it’s not an impossible scenario.

Gu Qingli kept her gaze fixed on his face.

Xiao Yunjing was stunned for only a moment. He pulled her tightly into his embrace, and after a long pause, he finally spoke. "Li’er, I’m sorry. I’ve never thought about this before. Your question today was so sudden. Just now, I asked myself what I would do if that happened. To be honest, I don’t know. But I definitely wouldn’t live with her. I think... I would ensure she’s well taken care of, that she has food and clothing for the rest of her life, and then... I would go find you. If you could come to this world, then I believe I can go to yours. I will find you, no matter what."

Gu Qingli listened silently, a secret joy blooming in her heart. I knew my man wouldn’t disappoint me. This sweet fool... he doesn’t use flowery language or try to sweet-talk me by constantly saying ’I love you.’ His actions speak for him. But I won’t tell him that my body in the modern world likely doesn’t exist anymore. If I really did transmigrate back one day, I’d just be a lonely spirit. Or perhaps I’d dissipate completely between heaven and earth. It’s better to leave him with a sliver of hope. That way, if something like that ever did happen, he wouldn’t be driven to despair and consider ending his life. After all, life is unpredictable. No one knows whether disaster or an accident will strike first. I couldn’t bear for my man to die. If that day ever comes, I hope time will eventually help him forget me.

Ugh! What am I thinking, getting caught up in all this nonsense? We were having a perfectly normal conversation, how did it get sidetracked to this?

Gu Qingli patted him. "Let’s go to sleep. We don’t need to talk about this anymore. It’s all just hypothetical, a ’what if’."

Xiao Yunjing nodded, but an unsettling feeling lingered in his heart. He gently laid her down, then leaned over and kissed her. Only this seemed to bring him a measure of reassurance.

That night, he held her for a very long time, as if trying to merge her very essence into his own flesh and blood.

I regret this to death! Why on earth did I say those things to him? I swear, I’ll never say anything like that again, not even if it kills me! I really brought this on myself.

「The next day」

Gu Qingli woke up late. Seeing Xiao Yunjing looking so refreshed and energetic, she felt an urge to punch him.

She quickly got out of bed, tidied herself up, and ate a hasty meal before heading to the County Town with him.

They first returned to their mansion in town. Xiao Yunjing and Wuqing took charge of purchasing supplies, while Gu Qingli was responsible for stowing them away.

They didn’t return to the Xiao Family estate until just before the city gates were due to close. Then, they immediately made their way through the secret tunnel.

Xiao Yunjing led her by the hand. This was her first time walking through the secret tunnel.

The tunnel was approximately eight feet high and six feet wide, spacious enough for a horse-drawn carriage to pass through.

The ground had been leveled, and lanterns were placed at regular intervals along the walls, illuminating the passage.

Periodically, they passed ventilation shafts and stone chambers stocked with supplies like oil, food, and blankets.