Chapter 476 - Chapter 476: Chapter 483: It Has Come To This (1/2)

Chapter 476: Chapter 483: It Has Come To This

“Indeed, this…” Su Wenyue’s gaze held a certain determination, though she appeared quite hesitant on the surface. Father and Mother made sense, yet the children couldn’t be without her. On one hand were her own children, on the other, her parents. Such a decision was truly difficult to make, leaving her somewhat indecisive.

“Daughter, Father knows you’re worried about your mother and me, and you want to lure the enemies away by yourself. But you must also trust your father. I’ve been in trade for so many years, braving dangers everywhere. What kind of peril haven’t I encountered? And haven’t I always turned danger into safety? I have my ways to deal with those people and ensure your mother and I escape safely. You just need to take good care of yourself and the children, and not cause us any distractions,” Father said.

Master Su spoke with an ease that suggested he truly had an escape plan in mind, but in reality, he had already prepared himself for a desperate struggle. While trading did indeed come with its dangers, they paled in comparison to their current predicament. This time, it was the Imperial Court’s men they were up against, opponents beyond his match. Should luck be on their side and they escape, that would be ideal, but if not…

Master Su gave a subtle glance to his wife by his side. In their youth, filled with passion, they had pledged to weather hardships together, to share life and death. Today’s circumstances seemed to fulfill that vow. Actually, Master Su had considered disguising his wife and daughter to leave together, but worried such a plan might not escape the notice of the people secretly following them. Moreover, his daughter would surely detect something amiss from his actions and likely disagree with such a plan. Besides, he understood his wife’s mindset.

Madam Su exchanged a look with Master Su. Over the many years, the couple had developed an unspoken understanding. She followed suit, persuading their daughter, “Yes, Lady Yue, you’re right to listen to your father. He’s overcome so many dangers outside; this little difficulty is nothing. The main concern is your and the children’s safety. As long as you and the children are well, we can deal with those people without worries, which increases our chances of success.”

Su Wenyue was still worried, looking at Mr. and Mrs. Su with a trace of helplessness, “But Father, Mother, I…”

“Alright, Lady Yue, be obedient. Now isn’t the time to be stubborn. Follow your mother’s and my advice. I’ve made these arrangements as a precaution. The Feng family’s men are already on their way and might arrive before those people make a move. You don’t need to worry too much; just follow the plan I’ve laid out,” Master Su said, his tone carrying a sense of finality.

Seeing Mr. and Mrs. Su so resolute, Su Wenyue had no choice but to nod reluctantly, and she admonished with concern, “Father, Mother, you must be cautious for your safety. We all need to be okay.”

“Don’t worry; we will all be fine. Take good care of yourself and the children,” Madam Su said, knowing full well the danger of their position, which might be their last farewell. With thousands of unspoken words in her heart, she couldn’t let her daughter perceive anything amiss and ended up with that simple reassurance, echoing a mother’s profound love.

Teardrops shimmered in Su Wenyue’s eyes. Although Madam Su left many words unsaid, Su Wenyue understood. But she said no more, merely nodding. Her gaze toward Madam Su also carried much unspoken emotion, further solidifying her own resolve.

If her parents treated her so, how could she let misfortune befall them? Although this course of action might separate mother from child, leaving the children without their mother, she had to do it. Knowing full well the nature of the path ahead, she felt not a trace of fear or hesitation, simply because it was her duty. For the first time, she discovered she could be brave, unafraid of death.