Chapter 265 - 261: The Psychotic Duo 25

Chapter 265: Chapter 261: The Psychotic Duo 25

Wu Chufeng struggled to contain his fury. His chest heaved, and his searing gaze swept over everyone present.

He strode forward and kicked a nearby chair hard. It crashed to the floor with a loud BANG, a sound that cut sharply through the noisy hall.

"Enough!"

Wu Chufeng’s furious roar boomed like a great bell, instantly drowning out Wang Cuihua’s wails. The hall fell silent, leaving only the sound of Wang Cuihua’s choked sobs.

Wu Chufeng shot an icy glare at Wu Wenxuan on the floor, then turned to Wang Cuihua, who was still on the ground throwing a tantrum. He gritted his teeth and said,

"This matter will not end here."

He paused, taking a deep breath to steady his voice.

"I’ll give you two choices. The first is to immediately send Wenxuan to study at Qingfeng Academy—the one furthest away. Let him cultivate his character and learn the meaning of propriety, righteousness, integrity, and honor. If he can reform himself there, he might still have a future. But if he dares to cause trouble again, he is never to set foot in the Wu Family home again."

As he spoke, Wu Chufeng’s gaze grew sharper. He looked at Wang Cuihua and continued,

"The second is that you get out of the Vice Minister Mansion right now. I let you move in out of respect for my father, but now I see I was too soft-hearted. If you continue to act so wantonly, there is no place for you in this mansion."

Upon hearing this, Wang Cuihua froze. Her wailing stopped mid-cry. She stared at Wu Chufeng in disbelief, as if she couldn’t believe the words had come from his mouth.

Wu Daniu’s expression turned grim. He opened his mouth to speak, but Wu Chufeng’s next words stopped him short.

"Father, there’s no need to plead for them. If we don’t resolve this today, who knows what other trouble they’ll stir up in the future. Song Song and I are to be married soon, and I will not allow anything like this to happen again, nor will I let her suffer the slightest grievance."

Wu Chufeng looked at Wu Daniu, his gaze filled with unshakeable resolve.

Wu Daniu was silent for a long moment before letting out a heavy sigh. The wrinkles on his face seemed to deepen, etched with exhaustion and helplessness.

He slowly squatted down and reached out with a calloused hand to gently stroke Wu Wenxuan’s bloodstained face. His eyes were filled with a complex mix of emotions: heartache, frustration at his son’s failure to live up to his potential, and regret for the past.

"So be it..."

Wu Daniu’s voice was hoarse and weak. "Chu Feng, do as you’ve said."

He looked up, his gaze drifting into the distance as if lost in memory. "The boy’s been spoiled since he was little. For him to have done something like this... it’s our failure as parents. Sending him to Qingfeng Academy might truly be a good chance for him to reform."

Wu Daniu rose to his feet, his steps unsteady. He seemed to have aged several years in a single moment.

He walked over to Wu Chufeng and met his son’s gaze. The sternness in his eyes was replaced by a world-weariness.

"Ah, Chu Feng... Your father knows you’re doing the right thing. It’s just... Wenxuan is your brother, after all. Can you really bear to send him so far away?"

Despite his words, he understood that Wu Chufeng was dead set on bringing order to their chaotic household, and Wu Wenxuan desperately needed a harsh lesson.

Wu Daniu sighed again. He turned to look at Wang Cuihua, who was still slumped on the floor with a vacant stare, and shook his head helplessly.

"Cuihua, get up. Stop this. Chu Feng is doing this for the good of the family, and for Wenxuan’s own good."

By now, Wang Cuihua’s tears had dried. Her eyes were filled with despair and resentment, but faced with Wu Daniu’s words, she could only give a few weak sobs as she slowly got to her feet.

Ji Xiaosong had been observing this entire scene with a cool detachment. Seeing that Wu Daniu had relented, she shifted slightly, took a step forward, and spoke, breaking the heavy silence that had fallen over the hall.

"Since Father and Chu Feng have decided to send Wenxuan to Qingfeng Academy, then let the matter be settled. However, the journey is long, and Wenxuan can’t travel without someone to look after him."

Her gaze swept the room before finally landing on Wu Wenxuan, a flicker of coldness, almost imperceptible, in her eyes.

"I was thinking we could select two of the more clever new servants to accompany Wenxuan. They will be responsible for his daily needs, but they must also supervise his studies and ensure he is not as self-indulgent as he has been."

Ji Xiaosong knew perfectly well that these so-called "study companions" were, in fact, spies.

’She couldn’t trust someone with Wu Wenxuan’s temperament. If no one was watching him, he was bound to cause some other disaster.

Although Qingfeng Academy had strict rules, Wu Wenxuan was always full of schemes. With these two robots there, she could monitor his every move.’

Both Wu Daniu and Wu Chufeng were taken aback by Ji Xiaosong’s suggestion.

Wu Daniu opened his mouth as if to say something, but then swallowed his words.

He understood in his heart that Ji Xiaosong was thinking of the entire Wu Family. Besides, now that Wu Wenxuan had made such a grave mistake, he truly did need someone to discipline him properly.

Wu Chufeng looked at Ji Xiaosong, his eyes filled with gratitude and trust.

He knew that with this arrangement, Song Song was helping him resolve a major worry.

"Song Song, that’s an excellent idea. We’ll do as you say," Wu Chufeng said with a nod.

The corners of Ji Xiaosong’s lips curved into a faint smile.

"Then it’s settled. I’ll go make the arrangements. I already brought the men with me today, so they can set off with Wenxuan immediately."

With that, she turned to the accountant robot and gave a slight nod.

The accountant robot understood immediately and withdrew to carry out Ji Xiaosong’s orders.

Lying on the floor, Wu Wenxuan’s consciousness was hazy, but he could vaguely hear the conversation. A wave of nameless dread washed over him.

He knew he was in real trouble this time. He was being sent off to Qingfeng Academy with two mysterious "companions," and he had a feeling his life was about to become very difficult.

And while Wang Cuihua was full of reluctance, in this situation, she could only accept it silently, praying in her heart that her son would be safe at the academy and return soon.

Seeing the accountant robot withdraw, Ji Xiaosong turned to Wu Daniu and Aunt Wang. She wore a perfectly gentle smile, and her voice, though soft, carried an unshakeable resolve.

"General, Aunt Wang, now that the household has grown so much, there are many complex matters to attend to. I was thinking of properly assigning the servants their duties to ensure things run smoothly from now on."

As she spoke, she clapped her hands lightly. The group of robots that had been waiting outside the hall filed in, moving in perfect order. They arranged themselves in neat rows, silent and solemn.

Ji Xiaosong gracefully walked over to Wu Daniu and curtsied respectfully. "General, you have toiled for half your life; you deserve to have attentive people serving you. I’ve selected two strong footmen to handle your carriage for daily outings, as well as two highly skilled cooks who can prepare a variety of dishes for your three daily meals. There are also several clever maids assigned specifically to organize your study and bedchamber, ensuring your comfort in all matters."

Wu Daniu looked at the servants standing ramrod straight before him. Although he was wary of these unfamiliar faces, he couldn’t find anything to say in the face of Ji Xiaosong’s meticulous and thoughtful arrangements. He could only nod slightly, a hint of gratification in his expression.

Next, Ji Xiaosong moved over to Aunt Wang, her smile unwavering. "Aunt Wang, you enjoy needlework, so I have specially arranged for a few talented embroideresses to assist you. In the future, if you wish to create any delicate pieces, they can lend a hand. There are also a few quick-handed maids who will diligently see to your daily needs, so you will want for nothing."

Listening to Ji Xiaosong, Wang Cuihua was still simmering with resentment. However, the arrangements were so thorough that she couldn’t find any reason to complain. She could only let out a cold snort and turn her head away in tacit acceptance.

After seeing to the elders, Ji Xiaosong turned to Wu Wenhao. "Brother Wenhao, you enjoy reading and games, so I’ve selected two knowledgeable study companions for you. They can help you with your lessons and play chess with you in your leisure time. I’ve also assigned a few clever footmen to run errands and make purchases for you. From now on, whatever you need, you have only to ask."

Seeing Ji Xiaosong’s arrangements, Wu Wenhao hastily nodded his thanks, not daring to voice the slightest objection.

That same day, after Wu Wenxuan was sent off, Ji Xiaosong went straight home.

She wasn’t yet married to Wu Chufeng, so it wouldn’t be proper for her to stay too long at the Vice Minister Mansion.

That evening, Wu Chufeng came to see her again.