"Um!"

Xiaolongnu stayed close to Yang Guo as the two entered the city together.

The city of Xiangyang was heavily fortified, and soldiers patrolled the streets constantly.

Yang Guo was recognized as soon as he entered the city.

On that day at the Heroes' Gathering, Young Hero Yang's name resounded throughout the north and south of the country, just like Wang Jiuling's.

After being showered with compliments along the way, Yang Guo finally arrived at the Guo residence.

Looking at the Guo family mansion, whose gate was still simple, Yang Guo had a hundred thoughts flashing through his mind.

He left in a huff at Dasheng Pass years ago.

For the past six months, Yang Guo has been searching everywhere. In his earlier years, he had always thought of his father as a hero, but after uncovering the truth, he discovered that his father was not only evil, but extremely evil.

Even though his father has been dead for so many years, there are still many people in the martial arts world who remember his evil deeds.

Recognizing a thief as one's father, harming loyal and virtuous people, coveting wealth and glory, and plotting against one's brothers—each and every one of these acts leaves an indelible mark.

Yang Guo even managed to find Yang Kang's former subordinates.

I thought that as my father's former subordinates, they would at least say a few words of praise for him.

Unexpectedly, even they remained tight-lipped about their father's past.

They would at most praise Yang Kang for being "respectful to scholars and handsome," but when it came to morality, they all seemed to fall silent.

Yang Guo naturally knew that Guo Jing, Huang Rong, and Wang Jiuling were not lying to him.

When he recalled his childhood, Yang Guo felt a pang of heartache whenever his mother, Mu Nianci, would speak little whenever he mentioned his father.

It felt like a knife cutting flesh.

But now, Yang Guo simply couldn't bring himself to hate anyone.

It turns out that her father died indirectly at Huang Rong's hands, but ultimately it was his own fault.

Yang Guo was able to distinguish between good and evil.

He felt even more guilty and ashamed of being the son of a villain, and even more ashamed of how kind Uncle Guo had been to him.

Yang Guo was at a loss as to how to face Guo Jing.

He left without saying goodbye that day, and now he has to see Uncle Guo no matter what.

Just as he was considering whether to knock on the door, the gate of the Guo residence opened, and it was the Guo family's steward.

The steward was about to go out on an errand when he saw Yang Guo standing in front of the mansion gate with Xiaolongnu. He was startled at first, then looked Yang Guo up and down and quickly recognized him.

He immediately came up to greet Yang Guo warmly, and then ran inside to inform Guo Jing.

Now Yang Guo didn't need to hesitate any longer and soon met Guo Jing.

Having not seen Yang Guo for more than half a year, Guo Jing really missed him. Upon meeting, he gave him a big hug and exchanged pleasantries for a while.

"Guo'er! Where have you been all these past six months? Uncle Guo was so worried about you!"

Huang Rong also came out with Guo Jing, but by this time her belly was already very big.

Upon seeing Yang Guo, he couldn't hide the joy on his face.

Looking at the enthusiastic Uncle Guo and Aunt Guo, Yang Guo felt that he was not worthy of Uncle Guo's kindness, and awkwardly called out "Uncle Guo and Aunt Guo".

Guo Jing was completely unaware of this and even joked, "Why do we seem so distant now that we haven't seen each other for half a year?"

"Guo'er, you've lost weight, but you've also become much more muscular!"

"Come on! Sit down!"

Guo Jing pulled Yang Guo to sit down and asked him to tell him about what had happened in the past six months.

Seeing the shame in Yang Guo's eyes and his helpless expression, Huang Rong understood what was going on.

She took the initiative to step forward.

"Brother Jing, Guo'er has been traveling a long way and must be tired. Why are you in such a hurry?"

"It wouldn't be too late to tell you after he's rested."

Guo Jing slapped his forehead, realizing his own foolishness, and quickly ordered someone to prepare food.

At the dinner table, Guo Jing instinctively wanted to bring up Yang Kang, but Huang Rong secretly stopped him.

But Yang Guo did not shy away; he took the initiative to say:

"Uncle Guo! Over the past six months, I have investigated and found out the cause and effect of my father's case."

"But my father is gone, and as his son, I should atone for his sins!"

"My nephew will uphold justice in the future and become a hero like Uncle Guo! I will live up to Uncle Guo's expectations!"

"And...and so that my mother may know this in the afterlife!"

Yang Guo's candid words surprised not only Guo Jing but also Huang Rong.

Guo Jing was truly gratified; his brother Kang's child had finally embarked on the right path!

Overjoyed, Guo Jing even drank a cup of wine, something he never did before, and said he would take Yang to patrol the city wall the next day.

"Guo'er, you are now a young hero, and everyone recognizes you. Recently, the Mongols have been making moves, and the defenses of Xiangyang are under great pressure. If you were to go with Uncle Guo to boost morale, that would be excellent!"

Yang Guo agreed and then went to rest.

Huang Rong looked at Guo Jing's smiling face, then at Yang Guo's departing figure, and whispered some instructions to Guo Jing.

"Brother Jing, I can see the guilt in Guo'er's eyes."

Since he can distinguish right from wrong and is willing to speak frankly, you don't need to mention Yang Kang's matter in front of him anymore, lest you hurt his feelings.

We should show him more concern and care, lest he become estranged from us because of this.

Huang Rong's words made Guo Jing realize his carelessness.

Meanwhile, in the backyard, Yang Guo sat under the shade of a tree and couldn't help but sigh.

"No wonder Aunt Guo was so wary of me before."

"If I were in the same situation as my father, I would never have been as unguarded as Uncle Guo when he committed those evil deeds."

"I really am..."

Beside her, Little Dragon Girl silently pursed her lips.

When Yang Guo turned around and saw this scene, he was puzzled. Ever since the meal, his aunt seemed to be in a bad mood.

"Auntie, what's wrong?"

Little Dragon Girl leaned her head on Yang Guo's shoulder. "Guo'er, you...you're going to become a great hero, does that mean you can't go back to the Ancient Tomb?"

This question stumped Yang Guo.

Yes, didn't he promise his aunt that he would go back to Zhongnan Mountain with her after finding out the truth?

But now he can't go back.

In the past, he thought his father, Yang Kang, should be a great hero like Uncle Guo.

Now that he knows the truth, Yang Guo's personality won't allow him to back down.

Just as Yang Guo hesitated, footsteps came from the back gate.

It turned out that Guo Fu had come back from playing outside and, upon hearing that Yang had arrived, ran over to see him.

Guo Fu had initially thought she could marry Yang Guo, but the marriage fell through because their horoscopes were incompatible. Guo Fu was quite upset about this, but Yang Guo later left without saying goodbye.

Guo Fu rushed in, followed by Da Wu and Xiao Wu.

But as soon as she arrived, she saw Yang Guo embracing Xiaolongnu, all lovey-dovey and very intimate.

Guo Fu, who had been excited, turned green upon seeing this scene.

She stopped and stared blankly at the scene.

When Yang Guo saw that it was Guo Fu, although he didn't want to get entangled with her, he was willing to give Guo Jing face.

"Miss Guo, how have you been?"

Guo Fu raised her finger and pointed at Yang Guo and Xiaolongnu.

"You! You guys?"

Guo Fu, of course, knew nothing about the affair between Yang Guo and Xiaolongnu. Seeing this scene, she felt her worldview shattered.

"What are you doing?!"

Yang Guo turned around and looked at Xiaolongnu, but did not explain anything.

Guo Fu was so angry when she saw Yang Guo like this that her face turned red.

"Yang Guo! How could you do this?!"

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