Only after Chen Yixiao and the others left did Lang Xiao and his family gather together, all talking at once:
Eldest Young Master Lang, Lang Yue, said, "Father, do you think what these documents say is true?
Is Second Brother really still in Fengli County?"
Lang Xiao said, "It all sounds convincing, and the details are so clear. It should be true."
Madam Lang said, "I hope it is. Then we can bring Han home soon."
Third Young Master Lang, Lang Qing, rubbed his face and said:
"I never imagined being handsome could bring this kind of disaster down on someone!
We're not much worse-looking than Second Brother. Should we all wear masks when we go out from now on?
So no one sets their sights on us?"
Lang Xiao's face darkened, and Fourth Young Master Lang, Lang Song, quickly nudged Lang Qing with his elbow.
Madam Lang immediately scolded him:
"What nonsense are you spouting?"
Unconvinced, Lang Qing said:
"I'm not wrong! Look at Second Brother. Isn't he the perfect example?"
Lang Xiao sighed and said:
"I was careless this time.
Before Han left to travel and study, I told him to take a few guards, but he said there was no need.
He just wanted to keep a low profile and see the world, rather than travel like a rich young master with an entourage crowding around him.
Wouldn't that be openly telling everyone he was the son of a wealthy family?
As long as they didn't flaunt their wealth, no one would target them.
Besides, he said he would be very cautious.
He would travel along the main roads during the day and always reach an inn to stay at before nightfall.
He gave me those assurances, and after thinking it over, I felt there wouldn't be