NFBE Chapter 929 The Honest Girl Who Went Crazy (4)
Chapter 929 The Honest Girl Who Went Crazy (4)
The awkward atmosphere of the wedding banquet ended.
That night, Mu Zhou consciously slept on the small cot in the room.
She said that as long as Gu Huaiyuan was willing to marry her, she would recognize her place and act as a good nanny to serve him.
Watching her deftly move the blankets over, tidy up here and wipe there, Gu Huaiyuan's lips twitched.
She adapts so well; she got into character so quickly.
She didn't care what others thought, or even how unpleasant her husband's expression was; she just went about her own business.
Only now did Gu Huaiyuan finally have time to examine Mu Zhou.
Her braids were styled in a rather unique way.
The red rope was faintly visible in the dark hair, making one's heart itch.
Just like her, despite her darker complexion, she is exceptionally suited to a bold and vibrant color like red.
Perhaps it was because of her striking and well-defined features, or perhaps it was something else entirely.
In short, her outfit wasn't too out of place.
His gaze swept across, easily catching sight of those eyes flushed red.
Cried?
Gu Huaiyuan frowned.
She's still not happy even though her wish has been granted?
But on second thought, Gu Huaiyuan understood.
Most people would find it unacceptable to confess their shameful deeds in front of so many people, as they do today, and face public condemnation.
No matter what, she's just a country girl, so it's normal that she can't bear it and secretly wipes away tears.
Gu Huaiyuan stared at her, his eyes filled with complex emotions.
If she hadn't schemed against him, he would have admired the girl's ruthless determination in his heart.
pity.
His expression darkened slightly.
Mu Zhou worked very efficiently, quickly making up the beds, including Gu Huaiyuan's, all neatly arranged.
She fetched water and swept the floor as well.
Gu Huaiyuan, this "superfluous" person, was now in a predicament, unsure whether to stand or sit.
"Second Brother Gu, move aside, there's mud on the ground."
Mu Zhou, holding a broom, smiled憨厚ly at him.
Gu Huaiyuan paused for a moment, then silently walked out of the house.
After finishing tidying up, Mu Zhou went to return the red wedding dress.
Only then did they realize that Gu Huaiyuan had already bought it.
After returning, she jogged over to Gu Huaiyuan:
"Second Brother Gu, thank you."
She hugged the red dress, her face flushed, and her eyes clearly showed her joy.
Gu Huaiyuan glanced at her sideways, snorted softly, and didn't say anything.
Mu Zhou didn't care about his indifference.
She happily carried her wedding dress back to her bed, carefully and meticulously folded it, and finally put it into her bundle.
She left the Li family home with nothing but two sets of clothes that had been washed until they were faded.
My small suitcase was placed on the bedside table.
After the lights were turned off, neither of them spoke.
After a long while, Mu Zhou finally spoke softly.
"Second Brother Gu, I heard from my cousin that you are leaving tomorrow, is that right? Can you take me with you? I want to go with you."
"..."
Her only response was silence.
Mu Zhou, keep up the good work!
“I have no other intentions. I just want to atone for my sins and repay your great kindness. I want to take good care of you, that’s why I want to go with you.”
"I can cook, I can make you whatever you want to eat, I can clean, and I can even raise pigs..."
Mu Zhou was speechless for a moment.
She knew that people in the city didn't raise pigs or chickens, nor did they herd sheep, and they certainly didn't farm.
What she knows is completely useless in the city.
Mu Zhou couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.
But she still didn't want to give up:
"I'm actually quite smart. I learn things very quickly. My teachers at school used to praise me for being quick-witted. I can learn anything that's needed in the city."
"Second Brother Gu, please take me with you."
Gu Huaiyuan remained silent, it was unclear whether he was asleep or simply didn't want to talk to him.
Mu Zhou had no choice but to close his eyes and go to sleep.
*
Early in the morning, Gu Huaiyuan and Gu Huaiwei packed their bags and prepared to go to the train station.
It wasn't the first time the two had left home, so they left quietly without alerting anyone.
As Gu Huaiyuan closed the door, he glanced at the cot in the corner.
The girl huddled under the covers, her fluffy head peeking out.
He slept as soundly as ever.
He must have heard what was said last night.
But he won't take her with him.
Gu Huaiyuan withdrew his gaze and left without lingering.
*
TRAIN STATION.
After the train arrived at the station, Gu Huaiyuan and Gu Huaiwei, who had been waiting for a long time, did not rush to board the train.
They were at the very back of the crowd.
Just then, Gu Huaiyuan seemed to catch a glimpse of something out of the corner of his eye.
He turned his head alertly, squinting as he scanned the crowd, and immediately locked onto the person who shouldn't have been there.
The man saw him too, turned and ran, quickly squeezing into another carriage.
Gu Huaiyuan's face darkened, and he pushed through the crowd to chase after him, but was stopped by Gu Huaiwei:
"Where are you going? The train is about to leave."
Gu Huaiyuan gritted his teeth, his tone cold and sharp:
"Damn it, how did that woman follow us?!"
"Who?"
The train conductor was already shouting for everyone to get on the train quickly, urging them to hurry up.
Seeing that the figure had also successfully squeezed onto the train, Gu Huaiyuan had no choice but to give up and get on the train first.
With a rumbling sound, the train slowly started moving.
Gu Huaiyuan also successfully found Mu Zhou hiding in the train connection area.
"Why are you here?"
He approached, his face grim and cold.
Mu Zhou silently retreated until she reached the car door, at which point she had no choice but to face him directly.
She forced a smile, an awkward yet endearing one:
"Second Brother Gu..."
Actually, she got up immediately after Gu Huaiyuan left.
There wasn't much to pack, so I changed my clothes, grabbed the bundle from the bedside table, and left the house.
She went to the village chief's house first.
Two years ago, while she was working in the fields, she encountered the village chief's daughter-in-law suddenly giving birth. She was strong and carried the woman to the midwife's house.
Both adults and children survived.
The original owner didn't say anything at the time, and didn't even let the Li family know.
But now, Mu Zhou has decided to take advantage of the favor to repay the debt.
After much pleading and crying, the letter of introduction was finally obtained.
She hurried along the paths in the fields, taking shortcuts and rushing without stopping for a moment, until she finally arrived at the train station.
Fortunately, there were still tickets available.
She hesitantly recounted her "heroic feat" of working all morning.
Gu Huaiyuan's veins bulged as he listened.
Whenever he thought the girl was naively simple-minded, she would do something "thrilling".
Who gave her the courage?
They actually disobeyed orders and came after us without consulting us first.
She didn't continue last night, so I thought she had given up.
Little did they know, she had already made up her mind.
Just as the words of reprimand were about to come out, Gu Huaiyuan caught a glimpse of her shoes, which were covered in mud and had some loose seams.
Then, I noticed her slightly messy braids and her rosy face.
He frowned: "You came all this way?"
Mu Zhou nodded.
Gu Huaiyuan: "..."
He felt that Mu Zhou was actually quite suitable to be a soldier.
Her ability to endure hardship is something most people can't match.
He and his cousin also hired a tractor in advance to take them to the train station.
Mu Zhou actually walked all this way on his own two legs?
Where did such a reckless girl come from...?
Gu Huaiyuan was truly speechless.