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Looking at the familiar courtyard that had returned to her, Du Weixiang felt a surge of inexplicable emotion.
Everything I experienced in mainland China before felt like a dream, so unreal yet so unforgettable.
He was captured by the enemy due to a moment of carelessness and was subsequently imprisoned in a dark and damp basement in the capital, where he struggled on the edge of life and death every day.
If it weren't for her remaining good looks, her grave would probably be overgrown with weeds three feet high by now. Thinking of this, she couldn't help but shudder, still haunted by the memory of that terrible past experience.
I couldn't help it; the tears streamed down my face like beads from a broken string.
"Stop crying, hurry up and go inside to clean up. Rest first, we can talk about it tomorrow."
Hearing these stern yet concerned words, Du Weixiang felt as if she had been struck a heavy blow in her heart. She slowly raised her sleeve and forcefully wiped away the tears that kept flowing down her face.
With heavy steps, she carefully felt around in the crack in the wall in that corner and found the key that hadn't been used for a long time.
He gripped the key tightly, inserted it into the lock, and with a gentle turn, the door slowly opened with a crisp "click."
There was indeed no running water in the yard. Du Weihe picked up the bucket and walked step by step toward the well. He skillfully put down the bucket and pulled the rope forcefully, and the well water rose with the bucket.
After fetching the water, Du Weixiang couldn't wait to return to the house and begin busily tidying up.
Meanwhile, Du Guanghe was digging in a corner of the yard with tools, clearing away the soil to reveal hard stones. Finally, under a large rock, he found a wooden box wrapped in oiled paper. The box exuded an old, worn smell, as if it held countless secrets.
He carefully opened the wooden box, and the items inside were revealed one by one.
First, there was a small amount of Hong Kong dollars, then the ID cards of Du Guanghe and Du Weixiang, and finally some jewelry.
What moved Du Guanghe the most was the jade pendant. The jade pendant was pure white and flawless, as warm and delicate as mutton fat jade. The moment he held it in his hand, an indescribable emotion welled up in his heart, and he couldn't help but shed tears.
This jade pendant was hard-won. The grandfather and grandson went through countless hardships to find out its whereabouts and then completed a series of difficult tasks before finally receiving it as a reward.
Who could have imagined that just as they were about to see the dawn of victory, an unexpected disaster struck? Halfway through their mission, they were captured. In that instant, all their hopes vanished, and their sweet and beautiful granddaughter was defiled by He Yuzhu. For them, this was undoubtedly a bolt from the blue.
Du Weixiang held the jade pendant and wept uncontrollably, her cries echoing throughout the courtyard as if they were about to pierce the heavens.
Du Guanghe gently hugged Du Weixiang and comforted him, "Don't be sad, we will definitely get through this."
Du Guanghe hugged his wife tightly, his eyes filled with pain and helplessness. He didn't know how to face what was to come, and felt as if he had fallen into endless darkness...
"Grandpa is so sorry!" These words were filled with deep guilt and helplessness, as if endless apologies were surging in the old man's heart.
"Grandpa, don't cry. I'm fine. If it were someone else, we would both be dead by now."
Du Weixiang tried his best to comfort his grandfather, his words revealing a kind of resilience. Although he still harbored resentment, he knew that his current situation did not allow him to show too much emotion.
She recalled those days when she could be manipulated into any shape at will, and the countless pieces of knowledge that had been instilled into her mind.
Du Weixiang had long since resigned herself to her fate; she knew that in this life, she could only be He Yuzhu's woman.
That resigned expression, like a petal falling in autumn, carried a faint sorrow.
Because she understood that, to put it bluntly, even if all the martial arts skills of the Du family were combined into one person, they might not be able to defeat that big bad guy, He Yuzhu.
She felt powerless, as if she were a bird trapped in a net, unable to break free from the shackles of fate no matter how hard she struggled.
Du Guanghe was also heartbroken, and he wiped away his tears forcefully. Then, he placed all his belongings in front of He Yuzhu.
He Yuzhu picked up the jade pendant with some surprise. He carefully examined the many patterns carved on it. The patterns were intricate and complex, like a painting that hid a secret.
However, the jade pendant seemed to be only half, neatly cut in half, which aroused the deep doubts in his heart.
He frowned, a hint of confusion flashing in his eyes, and asked, "Where did you hide the other half of my jade pendant?"
Chapter 421 Arrangement
Du Guanghe was trembling with rage, his eyes practically spitting fire.
His gaze seemed capable of burning everything in front of him to ashes. He stared intently at the other half of the jade pendant in He Yuzhu's hand, his heart filled with resentment and anger.
This is a treasure that I finally obtained after going through countless hardships and dangers, spending many years inquiring about information everywhere!
Now that He Yuzhu has so easily possessed it, it feels like a precious treasure that he has carefully guarded has been forcibly taken away, causing him great heartache.
He Yuzhu remained expressionless, seemingly unconcerned about Du Guanghe's anger.
He held the jade pendant in his hand, examining it closely, his focused expression suggesting he was searching for some hidden secret.
Mutton fat jade has a delicate and warm texture, exudes a faint luster, and sparkles with a charming light under the sun. It is indeed a treasure of great value.
However, just because it is a piece of mutton fat jade and worth some money, is it worth them keeping such a tight-lipped secret and refusing to admit it?
A sense of doubt welled up in He Yuzhu's heart.
Is there some secret to this?
He Yuzhu finally broke the silence and asked.
His voice revealed a hint of curiosity, but more so, confusion.
"This is only half. It is said that this jade pendant is related to the legacy of an immortal."
The other party answered solemnly, a mysterious glint in their eyes.
"The legacy of immortals?"
He Yuzhu stared wide-eyed, his face filled with disbelief.
He never imagined that a small jade pendant would lead to a legend about immortals.
In his view, these were just absurd stories circulating among people; how could they possibly be true?
"Yes, that's what everyone says. To be precise, I guess the so-called immortals are old immortals who have entered the Gang Realm, or even higher realms above the Gang Realm."
The other party continued to explain, his tone full of certainty.
He Yuzhu fell into deep thought. He began to re-examine the jade pendant in his hand, trying to find some clues.
The jade pendant seemed to possess a magical power, drawing him to explore its mysteries.
He secretly resolved to find out the truth behind the jade pendant, no matter the cost.
He Yuzhu paused for a moment, then said, "Never mind, it's still the middle of the night, you should go and get some rest."
Then he sent the jade pendant into his spatial storage and casually put away all the valuables.
Du Guanghe sighed, shook his head, and then went to another room that was farther away.
If I lived next door, I wouldn't have to hear my granddaughter singing loudly in her room.
Du Weixiang naturally helped He Yuzhu wash up and wipe his body before they went to bed together to rest.
After taking a beating while holding He Yuzhu, he finally asked, "What are your plans for me and Grandpa in the future?"
"After I've finished my work here, you'll come back to the capital with me."
He Yuzhu looked at Du Weixiang with a sense of helplessness. He gently patted her shoulder and said:
"Don't make such a fuss, this is all for your own good."
"The capital is, after all, our home. Everything we know and love is there. If you go back to the capital, you can continue your old life."
A hint of grievance flashed in Du Weixiang's eyes as she muttered:
“But I don’t want to go back. I’ve gotten used to it here, and I can’t bear to leave you and Grandpa.”
He Yuzhu's heart softened, and he pulled her into his arms, gently comforting her:
"Sweetheart, don't be irritable. Once I've finished dealing with things here, I'll make sure you two have a good life together."
At this moment, the room fell silent, with only the sound of their rapid breathing mingling together.
After a long while, Du Weixiang raised her head, a hint of determination in her eyes, and said:
"Okay, I'll listen to you, but you have to keep your word and not lie to me."
"Do you really have other intentions and want to leave me?"
Upon hearing this, Du Weixiang was startled, as if she had been struck hard by something. She shook her head frantically, looking extremely flustered and uneasy.
Deep down, she didn't want to go back to the capital. There, she felt like a prisoner, trapped in the basement, and she didn't want to experience that again.
However, she couldn't express her thoughts directly at this moment, and could only say it tactfully:
"What I mean is, what exactly do you plan to do to properly take care of my grandfather? He is the most important person in my family."
"You mean that old man!"
He Yuzhu frowned slightly, a thoughtful look flashing in his eyes.
Seeing this, Du Weixiang nodded vigorously, her eyes revealing determination and expectation:
“I’ve decided to follow you for the rest of my life and bear you children. I only beg you to have mercy and let my grandfather go back to his hometown. He has been wandering in this foreign land for too long and it’s time for him to go back and enjoy his old age.”
Looking at the woman with a pleading expression, He Yuzhu felt a complex mix of emotions welling up inside him.
He wasn't the kind of heartless person; after all, he had already shared a bed with the other person's granddaughter, and in a way, he was considered her elder.
He knew that if he offended the old man to the point of no return, it would likely cause unnecessary trouble and conflict.
Moreover, if he can successfully complete the task he is assigned, it is not entirely impossible to let the old man go back at that time.
He sighed softly and said slowly:
"This matter depends on your family's subsequent actions. I have other important tasks to attend to today, and I may need your help then. If you can cooperate actively, I may consider your request to allow the old man to return to his hometown."
Du Weixiang's lovely face was filled with a happy smile. Her soft lips gently pressed against He Yuzhu's cheek, as if carrying a sweet scent. Then she happily thanked him with a smile.