Chapter 243 The Deeply Scheming Head of the Wen Family
Kong Wange's heart was in turmoil. At this moment, she finally realized that she had underestimated the Wen family.
However, her efforts were not entirely in vain; the current situation precisely demonstrates that the Wen family definitely has a problem.
It seems that returning to the Wen family was the right choice, but she still needs to be more cautious in order to find out the truth and catch the murderer.
She remained outwardly calm, but looked at Wen Zirou's hand and feigned surprise, saying, "Aunt, this is something we can't be careless about. It might be some kind of infectious disease. Do you remember who was the first to get sick? This rash looks really bad."
Wen Zirou smiled and said, "You're such a good girl. Don't worry, it's just a common food allergy. I've already applied some medicine, and it will be fine in no time."
Kong Wange nodded, pretending to be scared as she touched her chest: "That's good. But I'm really lucky. Everyone else got rashes from the meal we had yesterday, but I was fine."
Wen Xiaoxiao chimed in, "Can you compare to us? We're just country bumpkins, tough and thick-skinned."
Wen Zirou glanced at Wen Xiaoxiao and laughed, "This is my fault. The kitchen prepared a late-night snack last night, but I forgot to call you. But now it seems, Wan Ge, you're destined to enjoy life. You're spared this trouble."
Kong Wange was skeptical, unsure how much of what she said was true and how much was false.
Wen Xiaoxiao put down her chopsticks and said impatiently, "Alright, Aunt, why are you arguing with her so much? Don't forget my important business!"
"You child, you have no manners at all." Wen Zirou scolded him in a mock manner, then turned to Kong Wange with a smile and said, "But Wange, since Xiaoxiao brought it up, let's talk about the Imperial Academy's quota again. What have you thought about it?"
"Ah, about this matter," Kong Wange said with some difficulty, "Aunt, I've thought about it for a long time, and I still feel that the opportunity to study at the Imperial Academy is rare, and I don't want to give it up."
As soon as she finished speaking, Wen Zirou and Wen Xiaoxiao exchanged a glance. The latter couldn't help but get angry and pointed at Kong Wange: "Don't you know what's good for you? We're trying to reason with you, but you..."
"Xiaoxiao," Wen Zirou called out, giving her a reassuring look.
Wen Xiaoxiao snorted coldly and reluctantly shut her mouth.
Wen Zirou turned to Kong Wange and said earnestly, "Wange, what do you think of today's breakfast?"
Kong Wange looked at the dozen or so dishes on the table and said, "Not bad, very plentiful."
“That’s it,” Wen Zirou smiled and said, “Wange, your aunt knows that you have suffered a lot outside all these years. Now that you’ve finally come back, you’ve heard about the strength of the Wen family. You will have everything you want in terms of food, clothing and daily necessities. If it’s not that you have everything, you will definitely not lack anything.”
"Take today's breakfast for example. It's the Wen family's daily routine. Why don't you just stay home and enjoy your life? Why do you have to go to the Imperial Academy and continue to suffer the hardships of studying?"
Kong Wange remained silent for a moment. Just when Wen Zirou thought her words had worked, Kong Wange spoke up calmly: "Aunt, although I am not very knowledgeable, I once heard an old saying in the countryside: 'In this life, one can endure hardship, but one cannot suffer loss.' If you insist on forcing me to give up my spot, then I think... I should leave the Wen family."
Upon hearing that she was leaving the Wen family, Wen Zhengning, who had been silent until now, twitched her eyelids almost imperceptibly.
On the other side, Wen Xiaoxiao could no longer contain her anger.
She slammed her chopsticks down, stood up, and pointed at Kong Wange, saying, "Who do you think you are? Do you really think the Wen family is easy to bully? You won't listen to reason. Let me tell you, stop threatening us. If you want to get out, then get out. But even if you leave, you still have to save a spot for me..."
"Shut up!" Wen Zhengning suddenly spoke up and coldly rebuked, "Sit down."
Wen Xiaoxiao's words were stuck in her throat, and she looked at Wen Zhengning in disbelief: "Uncle, you..."
Wen Zhengning didn't say anything more, just gave her a cold look.
Wen Xiaoxiao's face turned a little pale, and she bit her lip and sat back down.
Wen Zhengning turned to look at Kong Wange and said calmly, "This matter ends here, there's no need to discuss it anymore. Wange and Xiaoxiao are both members of our Wen family, it doesn't matter who goes to study at the Imperial Academy. Wange, you earned this spot through your own efforts, we won't force you to stay."
“Brother, this…” Wen Zirou was clearly surprised that Wen Zhengning’s attitude changed so drastically when he heard that Kong Wange was leaving.
"Uncle, she's going to the Imperial Academy, what am I going to do?!" Wen Xiaoxiao's eyes were red.
Wen Zhengning glanced at her and said, "I'll think of another way for you."
He then added, "If you're not as skilled as others, you should accept it. What kind of behavior is this, crying and making a scene?"
Wen Xiaoxiao pursed her lips, feeling wronged and remaining silent.
Wen Zhengning then said to Kong Wange, "Wange, you don't need to say anything in anger. You are Zhiyi's child. How could your uncle let you leave the Wen family and abandon you? From now on, you can settle down here with peace of mind. You will have someone to take care of you on a daily basis, and it will be more convenient for you to study at the hospital."
Kong Wange's heart was filled with turmoil, but her face remained obedient and natural: "Wange understands, thank you, Uncle."
"Okay, let's eat."
Wen Zhengning made the decision, and no one dared to object anymore.
Kong Wange frowned as she ate her meal.
The Wen family's situation was more complex than she had imagined.
Who exactly moved her suitcase?
If it were Wen Zhengning, he would be too guilty to even think about staying in the Wen family.
She didn't believe Wen Zhengning would be so kind, but she couldn't figure out what he was really up to.
Could it be Wen Zirou, or Wen Xiaoxiao?
She glanced over discreetly and saw that one of the two was calm and the other was angry, but nothing seemed amiss.
Or is it that someone else moved her suitcase?
She felt that everyone in the Wen family was strange.
Kong Wange thought it over and over, but felt that the situation in front of her was a complete mess and she couldn't figure it out.
Just then, a servant came in and said, "Master, there are three people outside looking for Miss Kong."
"Looking for me?" Kong Wange asked, somewhat surprised.
Wen Zirou, standing beside her, asked with curiosity, "Wange, didn't you say you were new to Kyoto and had nowhere to stay? How come you have friends coming to visit you?"
Kong Wange also looked puzzled. She shook her head and said, "Aunt, I don't know what's going on either."
Wen Zirou pondered in her heart, but smiled and said, "You child, you are really carefree. Someone specifically asked to see you, so they must be your friend. Quickly, bring them in to meet us."
The maid acknowledged and left.
A short while later, the servant returned.
Wen Zirou was taken aback: "Didn't you say someone was coming? Where is he?"
The maid coughed awkwardly and stepped to the side, revealing the person behind her.
One glance was enough to leave everyone stunned.
There were indeed three people in front of them, but they were three children!
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