Free Web NovelChapter 196: Chapter 196: No Need
Although Gu Kaiyuan wasn’t at the scene at the time, he had already coaxed information out of Gu Anwei and the others.
At that time, their father’s ruthlessness had already frightened Gu Antong and the others who witnessed everything.
Otherwise, Gu Antong wouldn’t have been so shocked as to develop a high fever.
Even if Gu Kaiyuan had known earlier that Bai Suihe had these good medicines, he wouldn’t have agreed to take them out.
Not only because he couldn’t explain the source, but also because he didn’t trust the Gu Family.
No one knew this family’s nature better than he did.
If the medicine he brought out could heal his mother’s wounds, he would definitely be questioned about the source and might even be used as a bargaining chip in a deal with the Third Prince.
Thinking about such potential consequences, Gu Kaiyuan held Bai Suihe’s hand even tighter, "You mustn’t take this medicine out. Even if we are to use it ourselves, we must weigh it carefully."
Bai Suihe glanced at her hand, and only then did Gu Kaiyuan quickly let go, seeing the red mark on the back of her hand, and apologized, "I lost my composure."
Bai Suihe said, "It’s alright, but I’ll listen to you and won’t take it out. Rest assured."
Bai Suihe also cherished this hard-earned second chance at life and dared not gamble on human nature, something that few have won from ancient times until now.
She had just introduced the medicines in such detail actually to see what Gu Kaiyuan planned to do.
Fortunately, this man wasn’t overly ambitious and wouldn’t drag her into endless trouble.
Having taken out the medicine, it could no longer be put back, so Bai Suihe simply placed it in the cupboard with the medicine box.
"You can’t sleep tonight because of this matter."
Bai Suihe said, "I just suddenly remembered, there’s so much inside, sometimes I don’t even remember what exactly is in there. Help me remember a bit more, lately my memory doesn’t seem that good."
Bai Suihe thought of the saying that pregnancy dulls the mind for three years; she wondered if she was afflicted by this too.
"When we reach the next post station, let’s have a doctor take a good pulse reading." Gu Kaiyuan was also afraid of any changes.
"Let’s talk about it when we reach the next post station. At this rate, it’s uncertain how long until we reach it."
The books won’t describe it this clearly, but having experienced it firsthand, Gu Kaiyuan should know, "Do you still remember?" freёwebnovel.com
Gu Kaiyuan said, "I remember, after passing through this forest, we’ll reach the post station."
Bai Suihe said, "...Is it really that close?"
Gu Kaiyuan smiled and touched his nose, "This forest isn’t small, and at today’s speed, it will take at least six or seven more days to get through."
"So far?" Bai Suihe couldn’t even imagine it; surely they were heading into the primeval forest?
"There’s no other way; if we spurred our horses on hard, it would take two days to get through. However, with the rainy and snowy weather, it will naturally take longer." Gu Kaiyuan didn’t mention that there were a few rounds of obstacles ahead. Although their numbers made them fearless, every halt was a delay of time.
Having already entered, the two rested in the space. When they went out again, neither felt sleepy, so they sat by the fire, chatting idly.
In the latter half of the night, they even started preparing dry rations; Chun Xiang and the others were awakened by the aroma. freēwēbηovel.c૦m
"Miss, haven’t you rested?" Dong Mei said angrily. Had Miss forgotten she was still pregnant? More importantly, why was Mr. Yan accompanying her in this frivolity?
Receiving the glare from the two maids, Gu Kaiyuan could only lower his head. They had rested well but forgot others weren’t aware of their situation.
Bai Suihe could only smile to mediate, "You know I have nothing to do during the day and sleep over and over again. Sleeping too much leaves me without any drowsiness.
Not to mention dragging your young master into my nonsense; I’ll definitely sleep less during the day."
Dong Mei said, "...Miss, you’d better sleep. Spending a sleepless night and not sleeping during the day, how can your body endure it?"
Oh, it’s really difficult; it’s bad to sleep and worse not to. Miss was really giving the two maids a hard time.
"Alright, alright, I’ll listen to you all. Quickly wash up, eat something, and prepare to set off."
Only then did Dong Mei and the others say no more. They hastened to pack up and drove Bai Suihe and Gu Kaiyuan into the carriage for rest.
Having missed them yesterday, Gu Kaiping came again early this morning.
Gu Kaiyuan said, "Elder brother, do you need something?"
"Father needs you. I looked for you yesterday but didn’t find you. Why were you running to the rear escort team? Quickly come back with me; it’s better for a family to stay together. What will you do if those escorts cause trouble?"
Gu Kaiyuan smirked, "Elder brother, you are overthinking it. Did you forget the reason you couldn’t find me yesterday?"
Gu Kaiping said, "..."
"Yesterday, I drank with Mr. Liu and two head escorts; they are all good people, willing to look out for us a bit more. Moreover, seeing your sister-in-law with a big belly is not easy, so they let us stay within their group, sparing us from shocks.
As for father calling me, I think we have made it quite clear before. Does elder brother still wish for me to go back?"
Gu Kaiyuan was gambling on Boss Gu’s greed. How could he let himself return to take a share?
"What we discussed before, of course, still holds. But no matter what, we are a family. Since you have such skills, you should look after the family."
Gu Kaiyuan shook his head and mocked, "Elder brother, very well calculated—no benefits for me but remember me for troubles.
Did you think my forehead has the word ’fool’ written on it?"
"Don’t say it like that; it’s not just my idea but father’s too."
Gu Kaiyuan said, "Does father not trust the escorts can protect everyone? Don’t forget, I am also a prisoner; when it really comes to a fight, can elder brother provide me with weapons? Or expect me to fight barehanded?
I borrowed weapons for hunting from them, and I didn’t go alone either; there were also escorts and Mr. Liu’s men.
Go back and tell father, I’m just a bit stronger than the average person, but when facing bandits, I have to hide too, can’t protect everyone."
Trying to use me as a free fighter and morally coerce me? This time, I won’t bite; let’s see what will they do.
"Father has sent me to call you; won’t you go?"
Gu Kaiyuan pointed at the moving team, "I advise elder brother to hurry and catch up; otherwise, missing the convoy would make you a runaway."
At the same time, he felt disdain for Gu Kaiping. He had already made things so clear, yet Gu Kaiping still came seeking discomfort repeatedly. With his emotional intelligence, how could he survive in officialdom in the future? Even if given the chance to return to the court, without Gu Antong leveraging the Third Prince’s influence, he would likely face the same fate or even more catastrophic.
