Chapter 141: Welcoming Parents

It was the same familiar, winding path; Cheng Feng, carrying his longing and worry for his parents, drove two carriages in a hurry toward Liujiacun.

The sights along the road made Cheng Feng's heart tighten; the refugees were in rags and wore sorrowful expressions, which made him even more determined to bring his parents to the county seat.

He urged his horses on, his mind constantly turning. Inside the city and outside the city were truly like two completely different worlds. He hoped his parents could leave this dangerous place as soon as possible and go enjoy a better life in the county seat.

After a bumpy journey, the carriages finally arrived at Liujiacun. Cheng Feng jumped off the carriage and ran impatiently toward his parents' dwelling. Although that simple, crude house was not large, to him, it was the warmest place in the world.

Cheng Mu and his sister-in-law were busy inside the house. Seeing Cheng Feng suddenly appear before them, expressions of surprise and relief appeared on their faces. Lao San could not hold back; he stepped forward and hugged his mother tightly, tears of excitement shimmering in his eyes.

"Dad, Mom, I've come to pick you up," Cheng Feng said with a smile. "Let's go to the county seat together and live a better life." His words were filled with determination and anticipation.

Hearing his son's words, Cheng Feng's mother also had tears shimmering in her eyes, and a long-lost smile appeared on her face.

At home, Cheng Fu and his elder brother had gone out to work.

The sister-in-law looked at this capable brother-in-law, her eyes naturally shimmering like stars.

She wondered if this handsome brother-in-law would make arrangements for her husband and herself.

As if knowing what his sister-in-law was thinking, Cheng Feng said bluntly: "Sister-in-law, rest assured, I am going to bring you and my elder brother to the county seat as well. I still have some matters in the county seat that need my elder brother's help!"

The sister-in-law, feeling slightly more settled, flattered him: "Your elder brother isn't as capable as you; if he can help you, he certainly won't have a second word."

Cheng Feng laughed it off while chatting with his family, waiting for Cheng Fu to return.

In the sunset glow, a father and son walked quickly while chatting; Cheng Fu and Cheng Shu, having worked hard all day, just wanted to go home to eat something and fill their stomachs.

Seeing two carriages parked at their door, they were immediately startled. Had something happened?

Just as they entered the main gate, they saw a dozen burly men in uniform martial attire drinking wine and eating meat in the courtyard, looking quite merry.

Cheng Fu shouted: "Who are you people, daring to trespass on private property? If you have business, come at me!"

Hearing the commotion outside, Cheng Feng and the others filed out.

Before the Hong Sect disciples could report, Lao San rushed toward Cheng Fu and said: "Dad, elder brother, Second Brother and I have come to pick you up. These brothers are all Second Brother's subordinates."

Even after a long time apart, seeing his son, Cheng Fu still had to maintain the posture of the pillar of the family.

Not to mention hearing Lao San say that these were the men brought by his own most proud second son.

Cheng Feng waved his hand to indicate they should continue.

Having followed Cheng Feng on the road, now that they had arrived at his home, they certainly had to have good food and drink.

Cheng Feng looked at so many people eating pure meat dishes and felt a slight ache in his heart, but with so many people around, he could not say anything on the surface.

He even forced a smile and said: "Eat more, eat more."

Cheng Feng saw his father's pained expression over the cost, but he did not expose it. Only after Cheng Fu and his elder brother finished their meal did Cheng Feng lay everything out.

"What? You want to move the whole family to the county seat?" Cheng Shu was the first to cry out. This was a good thing!

"What? You are the leader of a gang in the county seat? The Sect Master of the Hong Sect?" Cheng Mu asked worriedly.

"What? You are also planning to let the eldest son study Martial Dao to see his aptitude?" This was Cheng Fu's shock.

How long had the eldest son been married, and Cheng Feng's career had already developed this quickly?

In a short period of time, the Cheng family had been shocked countless times. These were all things Cheng Feng had deliberately kept hidden before.

Cheng Fu and Cheng Mu's hearts were filled with reluctance. This was the place where they had lived their whole lives; although simple, it was filled with memories and emotions.

But Cheng Feng's filial piety and the eldest son's future left the two elders conflicted.

Seeing the two elders still conflicted, Cheng Feng had no choice but to continue revealing his ultimate trump cards.

"I am about to get married. I have already spoken with the Shopkeeper of a tavern; I am just waiting for the two elders to propose the marriage!"

This time, even Lao San was shocked. Second Brother only usually exhorted him to practice Martial Dao well, but he never said he was about to have a second sister-in-law.

Cheng Shu and his wife looked at their second brother and brother-in-law very kindly, giving their blessings with their eyes.

Seeing that Cheng Fu was already leaning toward listening to his plan to return to the county seat, in order to extinguish Cheng Fu's last shred of hesitation, Cheng Feng released the final straw that could crush the camel.

"In addition, I have taken a few Concubines and have had three children. The children also want to see their grandparents."

The Cheng family had been shocked to the core by the news Cheng Feng had exploded.

Cheng Fu was the first to recover, trembling as he asked: "How many boys?"

Cheng Feng felt a bit socially dead inside, but thinking that they were family anyway and would have to know sooner or later, this timing was just right.

He said calmly: "Two boys, one girl."

Cheng Feng could see through Cheng Fu's thoughts at a glance, but now that it had reached this point, Cheng Fu should loosen up.

Children are the lifeblood of the elderly.

The whole family looked at Cheng Fu, waiting for him to make the final decision.

Sure enough, upon hearing about the two boys, Cheng Fu finally gave up his resistance.

Cheng Feng's various achievements, the significance of going to the county seat, and the future of the children—

Cheng Fu now only felt lingering attachment for the place where he had lived for most of his life.

Cheng Feng understood his parents' feelings. He gently held their hands and comforted them: "Dad, Mom, I know you have feelings for this place. But life in the county seat will be better. Your grandchildren are all waiting for you to see them. Besides, our house is still here, and I will often bring you back to visit."

Hearing this, the reluctance in Cheng Fu and Cheng Mu's hearts gradually dissipated. They knew their son was doing this for their own good, and they believed he would take good care of them. Thus, they nodded, indicating their willingness to go to the county seat to live with their son.

Having persuaded Cheng Fu, Cheng Feng began to get busy with his parents' moving arrangements.

He brought Wang Hu and the Hong Sect brothers to help; they first helped his parents pack their luggage, packed up all the valuables in the house, and put them into the carriages he had brought.

When everything was ready, Cheng Feng took his parents and their luggage and left Liujiacun, embarking on a new journey to the county seat. In the carriage, Cheng Feng kept holding his parents' hands, conveying warmth and strength to them. He told his parents that he had already gained a firm foothold in the county seat and that their family could enjoy a better life.

After a period of travel, Cheng Feng finally arrived at the county seat with his parents. He took his parents to tour their new home and let them get familiar with the surrounding environment.

The new home was decorated simply and elegantly, with complete furniture, making people feel warm and comfortable. His parents were very satisfied with the new home, and his elder brother and sister-in-law looked at the luxurious large residence, saying that this was a large courtyard they had never lived in before.

Cai'er and the other women, who had been waiting for a long time, stepped forward directly to pay their respects to Cheng Fu and Cheng Mu.

Looking at so many Concubines, the Cheng family looked at Cheng Feng again.

Cheng Feng did not blush or pant, steadily and calmly introducing the women to his family, looking at Lian Niang and Cheng Chenmin who were still pregnant, as well as the infants still in swaddling clothes.

Everyone was already able to slowly accept everything Cheng Feng had said, one piece at a time.

After settling down in the county town, Cheng Feng began purchasing some daily necessities for his parents, elder brother, and sister-in-law, such as clothing and food, ensuring their lives were properly arranged.

Beyond material care, Cheng Feng was also very concerned about the mental state of Cheng Fu and Cheng Mu.

But watching the two elders taking care of his niece and nephew, the heart Cheng Feng had been holding in his chest slowly relaxed.

As for his elder brother and sister-in-law, they could stay for a while first; if it was suitable, they could keep living there, and if not, Number One Courtyard could also be given to them to live in.

None of this was an issue; Cheng Feng already had a plan in mind.