Traveling back to ancient times to get rich

Ye Qingchen thought to herself, "Aunt Dong, you really have a jinx!" They've encountered bandits! That familiar word, these must be bandits! Then she heard Han Zhi and Zhao Fei say, "Who exactly are you people? We're just ordinary people passing through here, not some rich and powerful family. If you're going to rob the rich to help the poor, you shouldn't start with us!" Ye Qingchen thought, "They can say that?"

One of the bandits shouted, "Enough nonsense! We don't care who you are. Once you're in our hands, don't even think about escaping! Hand over all your valuables!" Han Zhi quickly replied, "Heroes, we really don't have anything valuable. If you don't believe me, you can search us." Ye Qingchen sighed inwardly; Han Zhi was quite clever, knowing to back down first to avoid provoking the bandits. The bandits exchanged glances, then sent two men forward to search them.

Just as they were searching everyone, Han Zhi and Zhao Fei exchanged glances, instantly understanding each other. Seizing the opportunity, they pounced on the thugs. In an instant, the sounds of fists and feet clashing filled the air.

Hearing the sounds of fierce fighting outside, Dong Shengniang trembled. Memories flooded back, as if instantly transporting her back to that terrifying night ten years ago. The fear from that time gripped her again, making her pale and her body tremble uncontrollably.

Little Yue'er, who was standing to the side, had never experienced such a scene before. She was so shocked that her face turned pale, and she covered her mouth tightly with both hands to prevent herself from screaming.

However, at this moment, although Dong Sheng was filled with anger, he was helpless because even after ten years, he had not learned any martial arts skills. He could only watch helplessly as everything happened in front of him, his fists clenched so tightly that his nails dug deep into his palms.

Meanwhile, inside the house, Gu Changfeng, seeing this situation, was about to step forward and subdue the group of thugs. But he had only taken one step when Ye Qingchen pulled him back forcefully. It turned out that Ye Qingchen absolutely did not want Gu Changfeng to reveal his martial arts skills. She shook her head slightly, signaling Gu Changfeng not to act impulsively. Then, Ye Qingchen took a deep breath and resolutely walked out the door.

At this moment, Ye Qingchen was dressed in men's clothing, her steps were brisk and powerful, and her long, black hair was tied up high, swaying gently with her movements. The instant she stepped out of the room, sunlight shone on her, casting a tall and slender figure, her heroic bearing making people turn their heads.

Once outside, Ye Qingchen was somewhat helpless at the scene before her. She had thought they were a formidable band of bandits, but it turned out that Han Zhi and Zhao Fei, these two mediocre fighters, could hold their own against them. So she stood on the carriage, quietly watching to see if they would suffer any losses. Just as Han Zhi and Zhao Fei were about to be attacked, she fired a steel pellet, and the bandits instantly collapsed to the ground. Anyone who didn't know better would think Han Zhi and Zhao Fei were incredibly skilled. Only the two of them knew that their master had likely intervened.

Soon, the bandits were all subdued. Ye Qingchen intended to arrest them and hand them over to the authorities, but then he saw another group of people coming down from the mountain. The leader was a woman who looked to be in her thirties. She shouted, "Please, heroes, release us!" The group drew closer, and it seemed she was followed by several real martial arts practitioners. Ye Qingchen had to proceed with caution.

At this moment, the woman dismounted and said to Ye Qingchen, who was standing high on the carriage, "Young master, please ask your servants to release them. These are refugees from our area. We just had them practice robbing here, and unfortunately they robbed you. They are no match for you. Please forgive them."

Ye Qingchen saw that the woman had some merit, and there were some skilled fighters behind her. He figured he couldn't kill all the bandits along the way, and it was better to resolve conflicts than to make them fester. So, he decided to give her face and said, "Alright, please, madam, and your men make way. We need to continue our journey today!"

Hearing the noise outside, Dong Shengniang opened the curtains and peeked out. Once she saw it, she couldn't look away. The person in front of her was none other than her former maid, Ya'er!

Dong Shengniang hurriedly called out, "Ya'er?" The woman who dismounted was immediately startled, as it had been many years since anyone had called her that. Was the young lady inside the carriage?

She looked suspiciously toward the carriage curtain. Ye Qingchen seemed to realize something as well, and jumped off the carriage, whereupon she saw Dong Shengniang and Dong Sheng emerge.

Dong Shengniang's appearance has recovered considerably. Although she is no longer as stunning as she once was, one can still see traces of her former beauty. Ya'er burst into tears upon seeing her: "Miss, is that you? It's me, Ya'er! Miss, is...is the young master still alive?"

Tears welled up in Dong Sheng's mother's eyes instantly, and she cried out in a hoarse voice, "I'm here, Xi'er! We've finally seen your Aunt Ya'er!" Dong Sheng stood aside, watching the scene before him, his heart filled with mixed feelings, and for a moment he didn't know how to react.

Dong Sheng still retained some vague memories of Ya'er. The harrowing scene from back then was still vivid in his mind; Ya'er had risked her life to protect them, yet everyone thought she was doomed. Who could have imagined that fate would be so cruel, that they would meet again in this bandit's den?

Recalling that time, the ruthless bandits not only robbed the coachman and carriage but also kidnapped Ya'er. Dong Sheng and his aunt, who thought they were about to die, narrowly escaped, but were always shrouded in fear and worry. Now, seeing Ya'er again, Dong Sheng was both overjoyed and somewhat at a loss. After all, so many years had passed, and their lives had undergone tremendous changes.

Dong Sheng asked Ya'er, "Aunt Ya'er, did you marry a bandit?" Ya'er was taken aback. She thought that all these years, Young Master Xi'er must have been blaming her, but she could only nod and say, "Yes, I married the third leader here. It was the third leader who killed the first and second leaders and took over the governance of this place. Now we just rob the rich to help the poor and take in refugees; we don't do bad things anymore. Since Miss and Young Master are both alive, let's have a gathering at the manor with all the gentlemen who are with Miss."

Ye Qingchen was filled with a complex mix of astonishment and excitement. Her eyes widened in disbelief that she would actually have the chance to see what the legendary bandit's den looked like in her lifetime! For someone who had always lived in a peaceful environment, this was like an incredibly exciting adventure about to begin.

Filled with anticipation, Ye Qingchen turned her gaze to Gu Changfeng beside her, her eyes revealing a hint of inquiry and a desire for support. Gu Changfeng, however, remained unusually calm and composed. He did not directly express his opposition, but simply stood there silently, quietly waiting for Dong Sheng and his mother's reply.

Dong Shengniang first carefully examined Ye Qingchen, then turned her gaze to Gu Changfeng, seemingly trying to glean some clues from their expressions and demeanor. Seeing that neither of them showed any obvious sign of refusal, Dong Shengniang nodded slightly, indicating her agreement to go to the estate together. After all, time flies, and after so many years of trials and tribulations, Ya'er and the coachman had become her and Xi'er's only family in this world. This bond of kinship was something she couldn't easily sever, making this reunion exceptionally precious and meaningful.