"You’re welco to stay as long as you like, even for a lifeti! Our Niu Family isn’t lacking in houses, so stay as long as you want. The longer you stay here, the happier the kids in the village will be!" Niu Father said with a broad smile, but then he grew worried. He added, "Did sothing happen to you two? If you’re comfortable, you can talk to . I may not have seen much of the world, but I’m older than you and can rely on my years of experience. Maybe I could give you so advice."
When things had already been spoken to this extent, He Teng and He Zhilan couldn’t hide the truth anymore and told Niu Father that they had co to the village to seek refuge.
Because the situation was so serious, the two of them disclosed everything, including the fact that soone wanted to kill He Zhilan. They revealed it all without holding back.
Niu Father was truly shocked upon hearing this. He was stunned, as though he were listening to a thrilling story, his heart pounding with fear and disbelief.
"If that’s the case, then Zhilan, stay here in our village! Our village is small, and if a stranger shows up, everyone will know! Folks in the village are united; if anything happens, just call out and everyone will co to help! And He Teng, like your wife said, you should return to the army. It’s not because I’m selfish and want you to find out how my Niu Rang died, but because you’re a soldier, and you must bear the responsibility of a soldier. Rest assured, while Zhilan stays here with us, my wife and I will treat her like our own daughter and take good care of her."
Niu Father continued to persuade He Teng, "As for Niu Rang’s matter, if you can investigate it, that’s great. If not, don’t force yourself. After all, Niu Rang is gone; even if you find out the truth, it won’t bring him back. If you end up getting hurt, it’ll be a waste. On top of that, if you go back, you’ll be an extra asset for your team. The sooner things settle outside, the sooner your wife will be safe, and the sooner you can bring her back! You’re a soldier; even your wife doesn’t fear separation. What are you, a grown man, afraid of? Back in ancient tis, people went to war and didn’t see their family for decades."
"Uncle, you’ve got great insight and resolve!" He Zhilan nodded and said with a smile. "Brother, go back to the army. Commander and Xing Ye are so supportive of you. If you go back, they’ll surely let you return in no ti."
He Teng nodded but didn’t reveal to her that he had already retired from the army and that everyone still believed he was on a secret mission.
After stepping out of the house, Niu Father told the family that He Zhilan would be staying with the Niu Family long-term. The Niu Family was known for their hospitality, and upon hearing the news, everyone was delighted. Even the children playing in the Niu Family courtyard clapped their hands and cheered excitedly.
Previously, many in the village were worried that once Niu Li and Xiaojia got married, He Teng and He Zhilan would leave, and the village would lose its teachers. Now that everyone knew He Zhilan was staying for good, their happiness was accompanied by deep gratitude.
Thus, upon understanding the predicant He Zhilan was facing, the entire village solemnly pledged to protect her well. They swore not to let a single stranger set foot in the village!
Because of the villagers’ unity, He Zhilan spent the entire afternoon being treated like a national treasure, surrounded and watched over.
Worried that He Teng might feel anxious, so suggested that whenever He Zhilan left the village, the strong n of the village should accompany her as bodyguards. This made He Zhilan burst out laughing and crying at the sa ti. After much persuasion, she managed to make them abandon the idea.
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