Chapter 198 The Ending of Chen Xufeng 2
Soon, a beautiful woman in a dark purple cheongsam came hurriedly.
However, Mrs. Shen was always elegant and calm in the past, but at this moment, she didn't know whether she left too hastily or her mind was too confused after seeing the news. She was no longer as elegant and calm as before, but instead a little flustered.
Shen Xufeng saw Madam Shen coming from afar and immediately cried out, "Mom!"
Madam Shen glanced at Shen Xufeng, and her beautiful eyes were filled with uncontrollable heartache.
Even though he had already made preparations some time ago to let his son suffer a lot so that he could learn a lesson and become a better person.
But no matter what, he is his own son after all. Mrs. Shen couldn't help but feel distressed when she saw Shen Xufeng's current miserable state.
But she also knows what is most important now.
His eyes only glanced at Shen Xufeng, then stopped at Wen Ning and Gu Boyan beside him.
"Bo Yan, Ning Ning."
Gu Boyan frowned slightly and did not speak for a while.
When Mrs. Shen saw Gu Boyan's attitude, her heart skipped a beat.
Fortunately, Wen Ning called out, "Cousin."
The call of "cousin" brought tears to Mrs. Shen's eyes, filled with guilt.
"Ningning, it's your cousin who's sorry for you. It's all my fault for spoiling Shen Xufeng too much since he was a child. I didn't teach him well, I didn't let him become a responsible and capable man. Instead, I made him into this cowardly person."
"If it weren't for him, Ningning, you wouldn't have suffered so much in vain. I'm sorry for you, cousin."
Wen Ning sighed softly, "Cousin, this is not your fault."
On the day of Zhou Yaya's coming-of-age ceremony, Mrs. Shen did not come to the scene. She was on vacation abroad at that time.
Moreover, according to Shen Xufeng's timid nature, he would not dare to tell Mrs. Shen when he knew that he had done something wrong.
Mrs. Shen sighed when she heard this, “That being said, but….”
"But no matter who does something wrong, they should be punished, cousin, am I right?" Gu Boyan's low and magnetic voice abruptly interrupted what Mrs. Shen was about to say.
Madam Shen stared at Gu Boyan blankly, and when she met those dark and cold eyes, her heart couldn't help but tremble violently.
I instantly understood the meaning of Gu Boyan's eyes.
No matter who comes to plead for mercy today, no matter who comes to beg for mercy, Shen Xufeng must pay the corresponding price for hurting Wen Ning.
Mrs. Shen opened her mouth as if she wanted to say something, but when the corner of her eye caught sight of Wen Ning's beautiful face, she sincerely felt that she didn't have the face to ask Wen Ning to let Shen Xufeng go.
After all, as a mother, there is nothing wrong with her wanting to protect her son, but Wen Ning is so innocent that he has suffered for three years in vain because of Shen Xufeng's cowardice.
Her son is her son.
Isn't Wen Ning someone else's daughter?
Thinking of this, Mrs. Shen had a heart attack. It would be better not to mention Wen Ning's parents.
But Madam Shen had a very righteous heart after all. She really didn't want Shen Xufeng to suffer too much punishment, but she also felt sorry for Wen Ning.
Thinking of this, she closed her eyes tightly, and then walked to Shen Xufeng.
As early as the moment Shen Xufeng saw Madam Shen coming over, his eyes sparkled with surprise.
He knew that his mother loved him and would help him no matter what.
"Woo woo, mom, you're finally here!"
"Mom, please help me plead with my uncle and aunt. I don't want to be labeled a rapist, and I don't want to go to jail..."
Before Shen Xufeng finished speaking, a fierce and crisp slap was heard.
With a crisp sound, Shen Xufeng's wailing stopped abruptly.
Feeling the burning pain on his face, Shen Xufeng blinked blankly and looked at Madam Shen in confusion, "Mom, why did you hit me?"
Mrs. Shen’s face was serious.
"Because you deserve it!"
Shen Xufeng was still a little indignant, but he also knew that all hopes now rested on Madam Shen, so he suppressed his dissatisfaction and instigated.
"Mom, you've been so kind to my uncle in raising me. If you just ask, he'll definitely agree to let me go..."
Before he could finish his words, he was slapped again.
Shen Xufeng was completely dumbfounded.
Madam Shen stood in front of him, her eyes condescending, full of disappointment and annoyance, she raised her hand high and slapped him.
"This first slap is for your cowardice and selfishness three years ago. You didn't have the courage to admit your mistakes, which led to Wen Ning being condemned by thousands of people and locked up in a sanatorium, causing her to suffer for three years!"
He raised his hand and slapped him a second time.
"This second slap in the face is because your mistakes have been laid bare, yet you still refuse to repent and even try to use me to avoid the punishment you deserve."
The third slap.
"This third slap is for your disrespect for your parents. You've completely forgotten everything I've taught you. I've taught you to be a man of integrity, and this is what you did!"
The fourth slap.
"This fourth slap is for your disrespect for the law. What you did at the time had already crossed the legal red line. You should have been bound by the law and received the corresponding punishment, but you actually tried to use some crooked means to evade this punishment!"
Pa pa pa pa, four crisp slapping sounds echoed in the air.
Mrs. Shen’s stern words also rang in the ears of every student.
Madam Shen's fair palms had been beaten red, and they were suspended in mid-air. She couldn't help but tremble slightly, and her voice was hoarse and low.
"Chen Xufeng, I'm going to ask you one last time, do you know you're wrong?"
Shen Xufeng was slapped several times in succession, and his head was completely confused. When he heard what Mrs. Shen said, his first reaction was that his mother actually beat him in front of so many people without giving him any face!
Besides, he had already admitted his mistakes. He had clearly said sorry to Gu Boyan and Wen Ning many times, but they still forced him to admit his mistakes. Did he admit his mistakes?
It was obvious that he was also a victim in that incident, and the person who was really wrong was Zhou Yaya!
But at this moment, the students' whispers were heard all around.
"Wow, Shen Xufeng's mother is really cool. She feels so good when she slaps me again and again."
"They say a tiger father will have a dog son. Madam Shen is so beautiful and cool, and her values are so positive, how could she give birth to a cowardly son like Shen Xufeng?"
"Mrs. Shen not only looks elegant, but also speaks very cultured and reasonable. It's obvious that she has a very high level of education. But isn't it too cruel to hit Shen Xufeng like this?"
"Am I the only one who thinks that Madam Shen is trying to save Shen Xufeng by doing this? He has clearly confirmed that it was attempted rape, and the sentence is basically set in stone. But if he admits his mistake with a good attitude, he should be given an appropriate reduction in sentence."
"But hasn't Shen Xufeng just been admitting his mistakes? Why is Madam Shen doing this?"
"Haha, we all watched the whole thing. To be fair, Shen Xufeng didn't admit his fault at all. He was clearly afraid of taking responsibility and being punished, so he knelt down and begged for mercy. I guess he's still angry and doesn't think he did anything wrong at all!"
"You're right. His expression is so fake and exaggerated. He doesn't look like he's admitting his mistake sincerely at all."
"I studied law. Generally speaking, the standard penalty for rape is a prison sentence of at least three years but not more than ten years. Attempted rape is sentenced based on the completed rape. Judges also consider factors such as voluntary surrender, meritorious service, and the victim's forgiveness when sentencing."
"If you put it that way, even if the victim doesn't choose to forgive, if the person admits his fault sincerely, his sentence will be reduced."
"It's true, parents who love their children will plan for them in the long run!!!"
Shen Xufeng was stunned when he heard this. He looked up at Madam Shen in surprise. Only then did he realize that his mother, who had always been calm and composed no matter what happened, actually had tears in her eyes.
The scene from more than ten years ago suddenly emerged in his mind. His father and his female secretary had a quarrel in front of his mother. Even so, there was not a trace of sadness or uneasiness on her face. She was still cold and indifferent.
Since then, he always felt that his mother was an emotionally indifferent person and was very strict in disciplining him on a daily basis, so he was not very close to his mother since he was a child.
But at this moment, he saw that his mother, who had always been elegant and calm, had messy hair and her delicate makeup was smudged all over her face. Especially her calm eyes, which were now faintly red and seemed to be sparkling with tears.
Tick, tick.
Tears slid down her cheeks and landed on the back of his hand, creating a small splash and waking up his hammer-like heart.
Only at this moment did Shen Xufeng realize that it was not that his mother did not love him, but that this love was too restrained, so that he had never understood his mother from beginning to end.
In his mind, he recalled Mrs. Shen's daily instructions and teachings to him. Every word, every sentence, and every arrangement was to help him make the best plan.
Shen Xufeng clenched his hands into fists and slammed them to the ground, then spoke in pain and self-blame.
"Mom, don't cry. I know I was wrong. This time I really know I was wrong."
"I was too cowardly at the time, so I did such a wrong thing."
"I'm sorry. I've failed you and brought shame upon you. I haven't been a qualified son in your eyes."
When Mrs. Shen heard Shen Xufeng say this, a trace of relief flashed in her eyes. She wanted to touch Shen Xufeng's face, but in the end she just patted his shoulder and said.
"Xufeng, you will always be your mother's son."
"Since you know you're wrong, then reform yourself in prison. When you get out, you'll still be your mother's good son."
"Don't forget you're still young. Everyone makes mistakes when they're young. As long as you know how to correct your mistakes, you still have a bright future."
When Shen Xufeng heard this, he was moved and hugged Madam Shen, "Mom, I understand. I will reform myself."
This time, Shen Xufeng no longer struggled or resisted, and took the initiative to follow the two police officers away. When passing by Wen Ning and Gu Boyan, he lowered his head and spoke to her seriously.
"Wen Ning, I'm sorry."
"Some things may be too late to say now, but I still want to take this opportunity to tell you."
"Three years ago, I fell in love with you at first sight. But back then, life was going so smoothly, and I was so proud. I wasn't happy with your cold and aloof personality, and I wasn't happy with the fact that you cared more about your family and your studies than me. So, when Zhou Yaya stuck by me and threw herself at me, I slowly accepted her and gave up on you."
"Three years ago, on Zhou Yaya's coming-of-age ceremony, I became their accomplice because of my cowardice and weakness, and thus pushed you into an eternal hell."
"Wen Ning, whether it was the unwarranted stigma of being a mistress that you endured during those three years of high school, or the three years you were later confined to a sanatorium after being slandered for having mental problems, I have an unshirkable responsibility."
"Maybe it's a little late now, but these are my most sincere words. I'm sorry."
At the end of his speech, Shen Xufeng looked at Wen Ning deeply, and then bowed to her solemnly.
When Wen Ning heard these words, a trace of emotion flashed through his heart.
This feeling of being moved was not because of what Shen Xufeng said, but because after enduring so much grievance, abuse, and slander during those three years of high school, she finally received an apology.
Wen Ning slowly closed his eyes, and after a while, he opened them again and hummed softly.
She accepted the apology.
But that doesn't mean she has to forgive.
Chen Xufeng was also very self-aware and knew that he had no right to ask for Wen Ning's forgiveness. He sniffed, then stood up and looked at Gu Boyan next to him.
"Uncle, I know I have no right to say this, but please treat me as an immature and useless junior and allow me to be willful for once."
Gu Boyan could already predict what Shen Xufeng was going to say. After a moment's thought, he said, "You go."
Shen Xufeng took a deep breath and said loudly, "My cousin is really a very good person. Please cherish her!"
Gu Boyan looked at Wen Ning with gentle eyes, "You don't need to say more. I will cherish my future wife."
When Shen Xufeng heard this, a relieved smile appeared in his eyes and the corners of his mouth. Without any hesitation, he followed the two police officers and strode into the police car.
Three years ago, he clearly fell in love with Wen Ning at first sight, but due to various concerns and after weighing the pros and cons, he gave up on her lightly.
But looking at Gu Boyan, no matter what happens, he always stands by Wen Ning, protecting her and cherishing her.
Compared with his uncle, he is really far behind.
Not long after, the verdict on Shen Xufeng was officially announced.
Considering that Shen Xufeng had taken traditional Chinese medicine when the case occurred and his subsequent attitude of admitting his mistakes was sincere and good, he was sentenced to two years in prison and one year of probation.
Of course, these are all things that happened later. At this time, with the departure of several police cars, this confession farce on campus finally came to an end.
However, the commotion caused by this farce was much greater than expected.
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