Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 735 - 571 Paranoia

How could Gu Chengyu not feel like he’s the one getting the short end of the stick?

When he was a child, his father was indeed a bit biased towards him, but ever since he started earning Silver for the family, he believed neither he nor his father had let down the rest of the family.

Even for his elder sister, he found her a job so their father wouldn’t worry.

Because of guilt, their father tried to make amends with his eldest brother for years. He still found it quite strange how things got to where they are today.

To say there’s a deep-seated hatred, certainly not. Previously, it was just some minor conflicts that left Gu Chengyi and his father with some misunderstandings.

Later, the misunderstandings weren’t resolved, and instead grew like a snowball.

The trigger began with the forced labor; it was indeed something he shouldn’t have gone through. But he believed his father would definitely find a way to raise Silver, how could he watch his son go to his death?

But Gu Chengyi didn’t trust their father and plotted secretly, eventually causing a rift between father, sons, and brothers.

If he were in Gu Chengyi’s shoes, he might have also made plans for himself! But plotting against his brothers was something he couldn’t do.

Gu Chengyu sighed deeply, knowing Mr. Gu still couldn’t let go of Gu Chengyi.

"Father! If you truly want to clear up things with second brother, perhaps having an open-hearted talk with him might help! Though I think his character is becoming increasingly stubborn now, so it might not be very effective."

Gu Chengyi used to be a shrewd person, and previously, for profit, maybe he wouldn’t have torn apart their relationship. Having some minor schemes was quite normal, but it shouldn’t have come to this.

But later, Gu Chengyi took some Heavenly Tail Grass, and his personality changed slightly.

Gu Chengyi no longer hid his inner resentment, the effects of the Heavenly Tail Grass magnified Gu Chengyi’s anger infinitely. As a result, his character became increasingly stubborn, and sometimes he might even have bad imaginations.

Heavenly Tail Grass has a hallucinogenic effect; if a bit more is consumed, it can stay in the brain, affecting the patient’s nerves.

Gu Chengyu shook his head, he had searched in the space for many books, but hadn’t found the antidote for Heavenly Tail Grass yet.

It seems he needs to be more careful in the future, this medicine is really powerful, just uncertain if spiritual spring water could initially be effective.

"Your second brother now hates us so much, even the elder brother, he can’t stand him, and how could he listen to me?"

Mr. Gu had thought it through, the more he managed, the more second brother hated him.

In the future, as long as second brother doesn’t threaten Xiao Bao, he doesn’t want to meddle. Just like Doctor Li said, the sons have their own bliss; meddling only attracts annoyance. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

"Father! You should understand what second brother’s temperament is, second brother has always targeted me. I’ve been tolerant for your sake, but what I can’t tolerate is his disrespect towards you and mother. If it happens again, don’t blame me for not showing mercy."

Gu Chengyu didn’t resent Mr. Gu; he just didn’t want his mother to be constantly mistreated.

Mr. Gu was stunned, he had never seen such impatience in Xiao Bao’s expression.

Indeed! He had focused on second brother for years, while constantly wronging Xiao Bao and his wife.

Second brother wasn’t respectful to the wife, although angry, he didn’t have the ability to get justice for his wife. Xiao Bao endured to avoid making him feel awkward.

For years, Xiao Bao earned so much Silver for the family and still shared with his brothers. He believed Xiao Bao was capable and later didn’t consider Xiao Bao so much.

He didn’t even know what he was doing, it seemed like he had been making mistakes all his life. But he didn’t understand where he went wrong, it seemed whatever he did was wrong.

Living together as a family, how could there be no stumbling or bumps? Trying to keep things perfectly balanced is not easy.

When poor, even one egg can cause big disputes.

In the end, it’s because they don’t have the same mother.

Gu Chengyu turned and left the room, took a deep breath, now he didn’t want to tolerate anymore.

Gu Chengyu thought for a moment, maybe to make Gu Chengyi settle down, keeping him bedridden would help...

After another day, when Gu Chengyu just entered the courtyard, he saw many women busy.

He had been sleeping in his own courtyard for the past few days, Zhu Pang was practicing boxing in the courtyard.

Since Gu Chengyu spoke with him, Zhu Pang became interested in practicing martial arts.

"Xiao Bao! Why are you up so early?" Aunt Wang saw Gu Chengyu enter the courtyard and stood up with a smile, shouting excitedly.

"Aunt Wang!" Gu Chengyu smiled slightly, Aunt Wang was always very warm towards him.

"Oh!" Aunt Wang’s face blossomed into a big smile, responding quickly in a bright voice.

Originally, she was apprehensive, wondering if Xiao Bao, having become an official, would still consider them, simple farming households.

Unexpectedly, Xiao Bao’s attitude towards her remained consistent, and Aunt Wang washed the vegetables with even more vigor.

"Thank you for your hard work today everyone. When it’s time for the banquet, please eat more." Gu Chengyu greeted the other women helping.

"Oh! We’ll definitely eat more." The remaining few rose to reply immediately.

Mrs. Lazy wiped her wet hands on her apron and watched Gu Chengyu go to the main room.

She could come help today because of the village chief’s special care. Knowing her family’s tough times, he gave her a chance.

Because whenever the Gu Family hired help, they would surely pay some Silver Coin.

"Master! When can you fulfill the promise you made to me?"

Mrs. Wang listened to the noise outside and couldn’t help but be envious.

However, such a person would surely not consider someone like her, so grabbing hold of Gu Chengyi was crucial.

When she saw Gu Chengyi at her cousin’s house, she knew her chance had arrived.

The Silver hairpin and bracelet her cousin gave her made her very eager, originally thinking being with her cousin was quite good. But seeing Gu Chengyi changed her mind.

Why could her cousin, watching door widow, enjoy fine things, while she, a girl not yet engaged, could only marry a poor farmer?

Although Gu Chengyi was older, Old Li was the type who would squander any fortune he had!

Relying on Mrs. Li to pass off whatever trickling support she had to her family would be hopeless; better to be directly with Gu Chengyi.

As the saying goes, who has it is better than you having it yourself!

Once she’s married to Gu Chengyi and bears a child, she’ll slowly win over Gu Chengyi, there would be no fear of him not giving Silver.

Just these few days, she’s already gotten a lot of Silver from Gu Chengyi.

"Haven’t I promised you? Once things settle down on that side, in a few days I’ll talk to the elder about it, just wait for the big red sedan to carry you in."

These past two days, Gu Chengyi was quite intrigued by Mrs. Wang, as long as her requests weren’t excessive, he would agree to them.

He had divorced He for over three years, it was indeed time to marry. Mrs. Wang was young, looking good, and importantly knew how to serve people.

He was quite satisfied with Mrs. Wang, once married, she could give him a son. When second son becomes an official, they could help each other, living not worse off than Gu Chengyu.

"Then I must go back tomorrow, Shunzi is waiting for me! I’ll wait at home for you to fetch me."