Chapter 42 Grandpa found out

Liu Yumin asked in bewilderment, "Haven't you boasted enough?"

Ever since the two met, Lao Zhu has always boasted about his family, saying that his ancestors were all镖师 (bodyguards/escorts), each of them was highly skilled in martial arts, they had never had any accidents while escorting goods, and they had friends all over the world.

Zhu Jiabao looked knowing: "I knew you didn't believe me, wife. I guarantee that everything I told you is true. It's just that all our close relatives died in the war, and some fled abroad. Only my branch is left."

Although there was some exaggeration in his story, what he said was all true. His ancestors ran a security escort agency, which was quite famous during the Nationalist era. However, when the family had accumulated wealth and the situation became turbulent, some of them fled to Hong Kong. As for whether they went abroad, it is unknown.

Some stayed at home to resolutely resist the Japanese, and donated their family property. The loyalty of the Zhu family to the establishment of the new country is beyond doubt. There are also several members of the Zhu family in other provinces, scattered in various places. They still feel that killing the enemy is more satisfying. After the victory, they all chose to serve in remote areas, and specifically chose the front line.

Liu Yumin was not impatient and coaxed, "I know the Zhu family are all heroes. You are amazing, and I am proud of you."

Zhu Jiabao was delighted: "I'm glad you believe me. Let me tell you, our Zhu family has produced quite a few heroes and chivalrous figures."

Just as Lao Zhu was about to extoll the family's honor, Liu Yumin interrupted, "What are you hiding from me?"

Zhu Jiabao was a little embarrassed: "Then, wife, let me finish before you ask. I only heard it from my grandfather, so I don't know if it's true or not."

Liu Yumin nodded. She also wanted to know what Lao Zhu was hiding from her for almost a lifetime.

Zhu Jiabao said, “I heard from my grandfather that the jade pendant of the Zhu family was the dowry of the first wife of our ancestor. Later, she passed it on to her eldest son, and then to her eldest son, until my generation. My father was harmed by someone’s scheme, and I was his only son, so my grandfather gave the jade pendant to me directly.”

Liu Yumin: ...Isn't this how it's been passed down in every family?

Zhu Jiabao continued, "Grandpa told me that the first owner of this jade pendant was a cultivator. This jade pendant is not only a keepsake and a legacy, but most importantly, it has been enchanted with a protective array to bless the Zhu family descendants. Those descendants who gain recognition will receive a fortuitous opportunity..."

Liu Yumin said irritably, "Get to the point, why are you beating around the bush?"

Zhu Jiabao said seriously, "Grandpa said that this jade pendant has a magical space inside that can keep food fresh and even grow grains."

Liu Yumin: ...Old Zhu didn't drink tonight, did he?

Zhu Jiabao was also unsure: "Moreover, I suspect that Fanfan has become his master."

Liu Yumin immediately became displeased: "Are you drunk? Fanfan doesn't even have the blood of the Zhu family, how could he possibly recognize a master? Besides, even if you are a legitimate descendant of the Zhu family, you've only obtained a memento. What are you thinking?"

Luckily, it was just the two of them. If there were outsiders, wouldn't Fanfan be targeted in the future? Besides, they had been together for half their lives, and she knew what he wanted to do without him even opening his mouth. She would absolutely not allow that.

Zhu Jiabao still said, "What if it's true? Food was scarce in the early days of the People's Republic, if we had..."

Liu Yumin directly refused: "If you dare, I'll divorce you and raise Fanfan on my own."

Zhu Fanfan: ...No, tell me what you're planning! I don't know your arrangements yet, and I don't have that understanding.

No matter how much Zhu Fanfan struggled and shouted, no one paid any attention, and the two were locked in a stalemate for the first time.

In the end, Zhu Jiabao apologized: "Wife, that's not what I meant. If Fanfan gets approval, I'll treat it as a backup grain depot. It's ten acres! Grandpa said the corn yield can reach 1,200 jin per acre, and the wheat yield can reach 1,000 jin per acre. Moreover, the space can harvest several times a year per acre. If this grain can be handed over to the state..."

Liu Yumin interrupted, "Old Zhu, have you ever thought about how many people were in a unit when we were fighting? How much food did we eat in a day? We weren't even eating to our hearts' content, we were extremely frugal! Even if Fanfan had this space, how many people could he feed?"

Zhu Jiabao fell silent. He only suspected that Fanfan had gained the space's approval. He had heard his grandfather say that the space could provide enough food and clothing and had saved many lives, so he thought that if it were true, it could also alleviate the food shortage.

He forgot what could be done with ten acres of land, how many soldiers were there in the country, and how many problems could be solved by just relying on space? He just wanted to do his part.

Liu Yumin stated her position: "Fanfan is my granddaughter. I will not allow anyone to put her in danger. Don't tell me you don't know what will happen if someone is watching you, especially someone like the Dragon Group. Zhu Jiabao, if you dare to tell anyone, I'll fight you to the death. We'll go to the Yellow Springs together."

She grew up in a cutthroat environment. As a child, she witnessed many deaths over a little food, not to mention other things. Resources in a place are limited, and people have used all sorts of insidious tricks to survive.

Zhu Jiabao is protected by his powerful martial arts skills and a strong family, so no one dares to directly plot against him. Of course, his family also protects him. Martial artists are straightforward, so they don't think the worst of things. He doesn't understand that the most terrifying thing in this world is not war or ghosts, but the human heart.

During war, everyone is focused on killing the enemy and has a common goal, so they can work together. But once the war is won and the outsiders are driven away, it becomes a time for infighting among their own people.

Moreover, it is a space where food can be grown, and it is a rare treasure. The news of it can drive people crazy. They may be able to protect Fanfan now, but they are already half buried in the ground. Once they are gone, how many of them will wholeheartedly protect Fanfan?

Moreover, the country has a Dragon Group that has never been publicly announced. There are many extraordinary people in it. Who can guarantee that there aren't some powerful people outside? If Fanfan is targeted, they won't be able to reach her. She can't leave any potential dangers behind.

Zhu Jiabao also fell silent. He was just thinking that Fanfan was able to make the jade pendant recognize its owner, which meant that it was destined to be with their Zhu family. The Zhu family had been loyal and brave for generations, and it was their duty to sacrifice themselves for the country, let alone contribute some of their own grain.

He forgot about the existence of the Dragon Group on the battlefield. They were all members with special abilities and were responsible for solving non-natural problems on the battlefield. Each of them was worth a thousand soldiers. If it weren't for the fact that they were consuming their own lifespans and suffering heavy losses, the war might have ended long ago.

Now the Dragon Group is directly under the command of the top leader and cannot be mobilized by anyone. He cannot guarantee that there are no people with special abilities besides the Dragon Group. If they have evil intentions, the consequences of being targeted would be unimaginable. Perhaps suicide would be the only way to escape.

Zhu Jiabao looked at Zhu Fanfan and suddenly said, "This is just my guess. We'll ask Fanfan when she's older and then decide. I'm off tomorrow, so I'll take her with me! You can focus on your work and relax a bit."