Quick Transmigration: The Pregnant Little Fairy is Pampered by the Heirless Boss

Chapter 269 The Mad Couple 33

Wu Chufeng was not the type of person who wanted to enjoy life; he always valued his official position.

The country has only been established for a short time, and even if Ji Xiaosong did not attend the banquets hosted by the ladies of various families, he still had some understanding of the hardships faced by the officials of the current dynasty.

"Has something happened in the imperial court?"

Ji Xiaosong still asked the question. Given Wu Chufeng's personality, he wouldn't suddenly use a hot spring as an excuse to leave unless something really happened.

"Yes, but not really."

Wu Chufeng pulled Ji Xiaosong closer and continued, "Although His Majesty is in his prime, he still suffered health problems from fighting alongside my father and the others. Now that a crown prince has not yet been appointed, several princes are showing signs of stirring up trouble and trying to win over various powerful forces."

"So you want to go out and avoid the area, or take this opportunity to make contact with a certain prince?"

"Let's go outside and avoid this place for a while. I'll also take you to a hot spring. Recently, the Crown Prince has been in close contact with Minister Liu of the Ministry of War, which might implicate me."

"So you don't want to get involved in any of this conflict?"

"Of course, with you here, there's no need for me to put myself in danger."

Wu Chufeng was also very clear-headed. The Wu family had only achieved its current status by following His Majesty in conquering the world.

If he takes sides, it's uncertain how long he'll live.

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However, the hot spring project ultimately failed to proceed smoothly, and that very evening, Wu Chufeng was summoned to the palace by the emperor.

Before leaving, he held Ji Xiaosong's hand tightly and said earnestly, "Madam, before I return, you and the whole family must not go anywhere. I will also explain to my father that he should bring back the guards that were previously kept in the suburbs."

Seeing that serious expression, Ji Xiaosong guessed what was going on.

Either a prince wanted to rebel, or the emperor wanted to do something like trapping a turtle in a jar.

"Don't worry, I'll take good care of the house."

Ji Xiaosong gently hugged Wu Chufeng and set up layers of protective barriers around him to prevent him from getting hurt in the future.

After Wu Chufeng left in a hurry, the Wu residence was instantly enveloped in a tense atmosphere.

Although Wu Daniu has resigned from his official post, his many years of military service have made him as calm and composed as a mountain when facing crises.

He quickly summoned the stewards and guards of the manor. "From now on, the manor gates are closed. No one may enter or leave without my order. All guards are to immediately go on alert, divided into three shifts, to patrol in turns. Focus on guarding the front and back gates, the walls, and all important pavilions."

The butler nodded repeatedly and hurriedly turned to relay the order.

Wu Daniu then looked at Ji Xiaosong, “Daughter-in-law, don’t panic. With me here, I will definitely protect everyone in this mansion. Since Chu Feng has given instructions, he must have realized the severity of the situation in the court. Although our Wu family has weathered many storms, we are not soft persimmons to be manipulated.”

He sent his servant with his usual broadsword and gathered all the women in his household in the main hall.

Wang Cuihua rushed to the main hall, her face showing some anxiety.

As soon as she entered, she went straight to Wu Daniu and said urgently, "Master, Wenhao is still at the academy! Things are tense outside, we must send someone to bring him back right away, we can't let him be out there alone in fear!"

Wu Daniu frowned, pondered for a moment, and then nodded, saying, "You're right. Wenhao is still young and shouldn't be left alone outside. I'll send someone to bring him back right away."

He turned to one of his trusted guards and instructed him, "Take two men and ride to the academy immediately to bring Wenhao back. Remember, be careful on the road and don't attract attention."

The guards obeyed and left, and Wang Cuihua finally breathed a sigh of relief, but the worry between her brows remained.

Wang Cuihua stood in the center of the main hall, her face pale, her hands tightly twisting her handkerchief, her eyes looking around in a panic.

Her voice trembled slightly, like a withered leaf swaying precariously in the wind: "Master, what... what should we do? The winds are howling outside, will... will something happen to our family?"

She spoke more and more urgently, her voice gradually rising, as if she wanted to pour out all the panic in her heart:

“Back then, when you lost your official position overnight, our family almost collapsed! What will we do if something else happens now? Wenhao is still young, I... I don’t want to live that kind of hard life again!”

Wu Daniu frowned and said in a deep voice, "Cuihua, calm down. It hasn't come to that yet, and our family won't be bullied by anyone."

"Calm down? How can I calm down!"

Wang Cuihua's voice suddenly became shrill, like a trapped beast driven to the brink of despair, "Master, look outside, those guards are all on high alert, they even had to bring Wenhao back! How can this be a small matter? If something really happens to our family, what will happen to Wenhao? What will happen to me?"

As she spoke, her eyes reddened, and tears streamed down her face, her voice trembling with sobs:

"Master, how about... how about we sever ties with Chu Feng and the others? They're not my biological children anyway, why risk our family's lives for them? If you can't bear to part with them, I'll take Wenhao and leave. We'll find a place where no one knows us and live a peaceful life. It's better than living in fear here!"

Upon hearing this, Wu Daniu's face darkened, and he said sternly, "Nonsense! Chu Feng is my son, and Xiao Song is my daughter-in-law. We are family! How can you say such a thing?"

Wang Cuihua shrank back in fright at his tone, but quickly straightened her neck, her expression showing a hint of stubbornness and grievance:

“Family? Sir, don’t forget, when you lost your official position, our family almost had to live in the suburbs! Now that we’ve finally achieved a stable life, do you really want to go through that again? I don’t! I don’t want to live that kind of hard life again!”

She became increasingly agitated as she spoke, her voice bordering on hysteria:

“If you can’t bear to leave them, then I’ll take Wenhao with me! Anyway, I still have some gold and silver, enough for my son and me to live on! If you stop me, I’ll… I’ll…”

Before she could finish speaking, tears blurred her vision, and she seemed to have all her strength drained away. She slumped into the chair and began to sob softly.

Looking at her like this, Wu Daniu frowned, feeling both helpless and angry.

He knew that Wang Cuihua was not very knowledgeable, timid and fearful, and would panic when faced with a big problem.

But I never expected her to say something like that.

Ji Xiaosong stood aside without saying anything; she had already guessed that her family would cause trouble.

“Why are you so afraid, Aunt? Chu Feng is just going to the palace. There’s not even any news from outside yet.

Wang Cuihua raised her head, her eyes brimming with tears, and looked at Ji Xiaosong with a hint of resentment in her voice: "If nothing had happened, why would Master have put the whole mansion on martial law? It must be because things are tense outside right now. Who knows what might happen? You all say everything's fine, but if something really happens, what will happen to our family? What will happen to Wenhao?"

As she spoke, she suddenly stood up, as if she had made up her mind, and gritted her teeth, saying:

"No, I can't just sit here and wait to die!"

After she finished speaking, she turned around and rushed out, as if she really wanted to pack her things and leave immediately.

Seeing this, Wu Daniu grabbed her wrist and said sternly, "Cuihua! Calm down! The situation outside is unclear. Wouldn't it be more dangerous for you to take Wenhao out?"

Wang Cuihua struggled for a few moments, but seeing that she couldn't break free, she finally broke down and cried out in despair.

"Then what do you suggest we do? What will happen to Wenhao if something really happens to our family? What will happen to me? I don't want to live that kind of miserable life anymore! I don't want to!"

Her cries echoed in the main hall, filled with endless panic and despair.

Looking at her, Wu Daniu felt both helpless and heartbroken. He could only hold her hand tightly and whisper to comfort her, "Cuihua, don't be afraid. I'm here. Nothing will happen to our family. Trust me, okay?"

Wang Cuihua sobbed, finally calming down, but the fear in her eyes still lingered.