Chapter 126: Chapter 126: Promises Without Action

Gu Kaiyuan pretended to know nothing, "Why is Sister-in-law bringing up this person? Being chased must mean he’s not a good person. It’s best not to get involved with him."

Liu Yun cursed "fool" in her heart, but squeezed out a smile and said, "He’s an important figure for our family. We might need to rely on him to turn our fate around.

We need to leave a good impression on him. Our family can’t be so shabby. That’s why I’m here to borrow a few sets of clothes from you."

After speaking, Liu Yun looked at Gu Kaiping’s attire. The Bai Family really had a heart. Although it was just coarse hemp clothes, Gu Kaiyuan wore them as if they were tailor-made.

"Borrow clothes?" At this moment, Gu Kaiyuan thought, without the Bai Family’s ten thousand silver notes, the Gu Family was very tight with every expense.

Earlier, in order to have something to change into, he bought some second-hand clothes from the post station, which were of the lowest quality and design.

In addition, given the dusty journey, no one had the mind or time to clean, so the outward appearance wasn’t great either.

But everyone was a convict, so appearances didn’t differ much. No one cared, but Liu Yun suddenly came saying these words, making his thoughts intrigue.

"Yes, borrow clothes. We can’t afford to be rude in front of an important figure. Rest assured, once the figure helps our family, we won’t forget you."

Liu Yun thought to herself, since she’s asking for borrowing, she might as well borrow more sets.

"You see, we need to serve Dad in front of the figure. Dressing too shabbily wouldn’t be good. Brother, the clothes you’re wearing are neat, quickly take them off so I have time to tailor them for your older brother."

Gu Kaiyuan, "...Sister-in-law, are you mistaken? I haven’t agreed to this.

Besides, I only have two sets of clothes. If I lend them to you, what will I wear?

If that figure is willing to travel with you, he probably wouldn’t mind these details. Sister-in-law, it’s better not to overdo things."

Gu Kaiyuan spoke with double meanings, but some fools just couldn’t understand, or maybe they never thought of it.

Liu Yun took a deep breath, only feeling that Gu Kaiyuan was simply ungrateful, "If that’s the case, then I won’t force you.

See if you can borrow two sets of clothes from your sister-in-law, and then borrow a couple of sets from Chunxiang and them. As the eldest sister-in-law, I would definitely remember her kindness." 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Gu Kaiyuan, "Sister-in-law, you’re mistaken again. Suihe’s clothes are now all loose. Even if you tailor them, they won’t fit well.

Moreover, if we lend you the clothes, do we need to purchase new ones? Sister-in-law, do we look like fools?"

"Gu Kaiyuan, I’ve been begging you humbly for so long, don’t push your luck." Liu Yun saw that Gu Kaiyuan disagreed no matter what, and got angry, "Don’t you want to rely on your elder brother to support you in the future?"

Gu Kaiyuan, "Sister-in-law, when has my brother ever supported me in all these years?"

Liu Yun, "...It was when parents were in charge..."

"Then wait till my brother and sister-in-law are in charge, before coming to tell me this." Gu Kaiyuan didn’t bother with her, asking to borrow a few sets of clothes, such arrogance.

He was ready to leave, but unexpectedly, Liu Yun intercepted him and whispered, "Do you know who’s coming? It’s the Third Prince.

Whether our family can turn our fortune around depends on whether this attempt will succeed."

Gu Kaiyuan, "What does Sister-in-law mean?"

"Tong Er is fortunate enough to strive for a lifeline for the Gu Family."

"Sister-in-law, the way you say it, our family is only being exiled, not executed. Why should our niece strive for a lifeline? I remember Father saying before, our Gu Family doesn’t take concubines, and Gu Family women are not allowed to become concubines. If not mistaken, the Third Prince has a legitimate wife.

Sister-in-law, are you not satisfied with Father’s established family rules?"

Liu Yun, "Times have changed. The entire Gu Family can hardly protect itself. Can we not make changes?

Moreover, Tong Er is willing to make this sacrifice for the entire Gu Family. As an uncle, shouldn’t you support it?"

"Better ask Father before deciding," Gu Kaiyuan saw Liu Yun was a bit anxious, but didn’t want to rouse up tomorrow, thinking that if an old set of clothes could let her settle for a few days, it wouldn’t be a bad deal.

It’s just that her attitude made him somewhat dissatisfied. Clearly, this mother and daughter wanted to climb up, yet talked so nobly.

"Tomorrow will be too late," Liu Yun gritted her teeth, "You’re a man and know how important the first impression is. Tong Er is ready for everything except a neat set of clothes."

"Gu Kaiyuan, I know you have issues with us, but this is not the time to be picky. If we want to shake off our current identity, sacrifices must be made.

This time Tong Er is willing to bend low for everyone, how can you, as an uncle, not offer any help?"

"Sister-in-law, don’t pretend with me, we all know the deal. Don’t make yourselves sound saintly, if I were you, I’d suggest not doing this. Our prospects are for us men to fight for; how can we sacrifice our niece’s happiness?

Since Sister-in-law feels wronged, then don’t do it, anyway, Father and we three brothers are handling matters at home."

Seeing Gu Kaiyuan’s slightly mocking gaze, Liu Yun knew that her little scheme had long been perceived by Gu Kaiyuan.

"It doesn’t matter to you, but why involve the whole family to suffer with you.

Yes, you have the Bai Family’s support, so naturally, you don’t care. But An Tong, if she goes to Lingnan, what kind of person could she marry?

Those mountain villagers aren’t fit to marry my carefully nurtured daughter. Instead of letting her waste away in Lingnan, why not take a gamble? Maybe..."

"Don’t look at me like that. Do you think Mother was willing to let me take Tong Er to join the princess’s banquet? Aside from you oblivious to the world, who doesn’t know parents want Tong Er to enter royalty?"

Gu Kaiyuan, "What use is it to talk to me about this now, Sister-in-law?

I’m not in politics, even if Gu Antong flies to glory, how could she possibly consider me, her uncle?

But since we’re all family, don’t say I’m merciless. I can think of a way to get you a set of clothes, but don’t come to me again with such matters."

Liu Yun, "Make sure to find a beautiful one, and if you can get jewelry..."

"Now that’s being too excessive," Gu Kaiyuan stopped and turned to her, "Sister-in-law, are you sure you want to add requests?"

Liu Yun harbored hatred but didn’t dare offend Gu Kaiyuan at this moment, "Then I’ll leave it to you, Third brother."

Inside, she decided that once An Tong flies high, she would definitely make Gu Kaiyuan pay.

Gu Kaiyuan called Zhuan Datou and briefly instructed. Zhuan Datou soon found Dongmei.

When Dongmei appeared in front of Liu Yun, she was holding a pale blue plain skirt.