The village on the Gong family's side is different from the Lin family back in the day. Before the Lin family relocated, the village had only two major surnames and a few minor ones. The village chief was always someone from one of the major families. It was tough for outsiders to cause trouble because the villagers were united by family ties and very cohesive in dealing with outsiders.
But on the Gong family's side, the clans were scattered back then. Neighbors had different surnames, each calculating their own interests, not as unified against outsiders.
Lin Wanwan still has a chance to inquire. She didn't know where the Gong family lived before and hadn't thought in that direction. Now that there's a connection, she also wants to see the cemetery where her parents are buried.
