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

Chapter 270 The Mad Couple 34

Ji Xiaohua stood timidly beside Ji Xiaosong. She wasn't worried about anything else, but she was afraid that something might happen to her sister.

If something happens to my brother-in-law, I'll just throw him away, but my sister absolutely cannot be harmed!

Ji Xiaohua gripped Ji Xiaosong's sleeve tightly, her fingertips trembling slightly.

She kept her head down, glancing at her sister's face every now and then. Seeing her sister's serious expression, she felt even more uneasy.

She bit her lip, finally unable to resist leaning close to Ji Xiaosong's ear, her voice as soft as a feather: "Sister...brother-in-law...will he be alright?"

Ji Xiaosong turned her head and saw her sister's worried face. She gently patted the back of her hand and said, "Don't worry, your brother-in-law is a sensible person. He will handle it."

Ji Xiaohua shook her head, her brows furrowing even more, and her voice lowered even further:

"But...but the situation outside is so tense. My brother-in-law has been summoned to the palace. What if...what if something happens to him? What will you do, sister?"

As she spoke, her eyes reddened slightly, and her voice choked with emotion, "I don't want anything to happen to my sister... If anything really happens to my brother-in-law, we'll... we'll just throw him away! My sister can't be hurt!"

Upon hearing this, Ji Xiaosong felt a warmth in her heart, but also felt a bit amused and exasperated.

She reached out and ruffled Ji Xiaohua's hair, whispering, "Silly girl, what nonsense are you talking about? Your brother-in-law will be fine, and our family will be fine too. You have to believe your sister, okay?"

Ji Xiaohua pursed her lips, her eyes still full of worry.

She glanced furtively at the various expressions on the faces of the people in the main hall, then moved closer to Ji Xiaosong, her voice almost inaudible:

"Sister, I...I'm a little scared. What will we do if something really happens? I don't want you to get hurt, and I don't want you to be sad..."

"Little Flower, don't be afraid. I promise you, no matter what happens, I will protect myself and you. Our family will definitely be safe and sound."

Ji Xiaohua raised her head, her eyes glistening with tears, but she stubbornly refused to let them fall.

She gripped Ji Xiaosong's hand tightly, as if grasping her only support: "Sister, you must keep your word! No matter what happens, you can't abandon me!"

Ji Xiaosong nodded, her tone firm: "I promise you, I will never abandon you."

Just then, a series of hurried footsteps came from outside.

A guard rushed in, clasped his hands in greeting, and reported, "My lord, the head guard from the suburban estate has returned with the veterans."

Upon hearing this, Wu Daniu's brows relaxed, and a look of relief appeared on his face.

He strode to the entrance of the main hall and, sure enough, saw a burly middle-aged man leading a dozen strong men as he strode in.

Although those people were no longer young, they walked steadily and had sharp eyes, clearly veterans who had been through many battles.

"My lord, your subordinate has arrived with men!" The head guard clasped his hands in a salute, his voice loud and clear.

Wu Daniu nodded, patted him on the shoulder, and said with a touch of emotion:

"Old Li, thank you for your hard work. Calling you here at this time is out of necessity."

Old Li grinned, revealing a set of white teeth: "What are you saying, sir! We've followed you through thick and thin back then, so it's our duty to help you now that you need us!"

A hint of relief flashed in Wu Daniu's eyes, then he said seriously:

"Alright! Now that everyone is here, let's proceed according to plan. Old Li, you take your men and guard the front and back gates. The rest of you will split into two teams: one to patrol the walls and the other to guard the area near the main hall. Make sure the safety of the mansion is ensured."

Old Li nodded in agreement, turned around and waved to the veterans behind him: "Brothers, let's get to work!"

The veterans immediately sprang into action, their movements swift and efficient, clearly demonstrating their high level of training.

They dispersed to key locations throughout the mansion, their eyes scanning the surroundings warily, as if ready to respond to any unexpected situation at any moment.

Ji Xiaohua stood beside Ji Xiaosong, looking at the veterans who had suddenly appeared, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

She tugged at her sister's sleeve and whispered, "Sister, who are these people? Why do they look so powerful?"

Ji Xiaosong smiled slightly and explained in a low voice, "They are veterans that Father used to lead, and they all fought alongside Father. Although they are older now, their skills and experience are no less than those of young people. With them around, our mansion is safer."

Upon hearing this, a hint of admiration flashed in Ji Xiaohua's eyes, but she quickly frowned and muttered under her breath:

"But...but they're here, doesn't that mean it's really dangerous outside? Will my brother-in-law...be alright?"

Ji Xiaosong gently patted the back of her hand and said softly, "Don't overthink it. Father only sent them here as a precaution. Your brother-in-law is in the palace, and with His Majesty there, nothing will happen."

Ji Xiaohua pursed her lips. Although she was still uneasy, seeing the calm demeanor of the veterans reassured her somewhat.

She held Ji Xiaosong's hand tightly and whispered, "Sister, you must take good care of yourself. No matter what happens, I will protect you!"

Ji Xiaosong felt a warmth in her heart and nodded with a smile: "Okay, I will protect you too."

Inside the main hall, Wu Daniu watched the veterans performing their duties and felt a little more at ease.

He turned to Ji Xiaosong and said, "Daughter-in-law, you take Xiaohua and the other women to the backyard to rest. Old Li and I will guard this place; nothing will happen."

Ji Xiaosong nodded, took Ji Xiaohua's hand, and led the other women to the backyard.

Although Wang Cuihua still looked flustered, she felt a little relieved after seeing the veterans. Following behind Ji Xiaosong, she murmured, "I hope Wenhao comes back soon, I hope our family is safe and sound..."

The Wu residence was under heavy security, and neither Wu Chufeng nor Wu Wenhao had returned.

Wang Cuihua waited for a long time, initially praying that Wu Wenhao would return home safely, but later simply praying that he would not come back.

In case of any unforeseen circumstances, he might be able to escape unscathed while he's alone at the academy outside.

The night was as dark as ink, and the Wu residence was completely silent, except for the patrolling veterans and guards who walked back and forth with steady footsteps.

Wang Cuihua sat in the side room of the backyard, clutching a string of Buddhist prayer beads in her hand, constantly chanting:

"May Buddha protect me, please don't let Wenhao come back... please don't let him come back..."

Ji Xiaosong and Ji Xiaohua sat to the side, the two sisters holding hands tightly.

Although Ji Xiaohua was young, she could feel the tense atmosphere in the air. She would look up at the window from time to time, her eyes full of worry.

Suddenly, a commotion arose in the distance, like someone shouting, or like the metallic clang of swords clashing.

Immediately afterwards, flames shot into the sky, turning half of the night sky blood red.

"Something terrible has happened! There's a fire outside!"

A guard rushed into the backyard, his voice trembling with panic, "Master, there's burning, killing, and looting going on outside! The screams around us must be from the neighbors!"

Upon hearing this, Wu Daniu's face darkened, and he immediately stood up, gripping his broadsword tightly.

"Old Li, take some men and guard the front and back gates! The rest of you, come with me to the wall and see what's going on outside!"