Chapter 285: Reproach
Wu Fei stared in disbelief at her father who was glaring at her in reproach, then turned to look at her mother whose face was filled with disappointment.
Digesting the meaning behind their words, her face turned crimson.
She had been criticizing others, making false reports, and was caught red-handed by her parents.
This time, Wu Fei really quieted down and obediently sat down.
Xiao Xin tugged at her husband's sleeve and glanced at Wu Fei, whose face was haggard.
The child made a mistake, but now is not the time to lecture her.
"Xiao Song, sorry, Wu Fei has been spoiled by us. This time we're indebted to you all; otherwise, who knows what might have happened. This is... Jiang Xiaoxiao, right? We haven't formally met, just now I need to thank you for your help! If not, I would still be in pain, unable to stand."
Knowing clearly that she was Song Moting's wife, but they had never known her name, vaguely hearing something like Xiaoxiao.
Just now, she was doing good deeds without seeking recognition.
Xiao Xin and Wu Pingzhou's attitude made it impossible to get angry.
"This is Jiang Xiaoxiao, my partner. Aunt, Uncle, since you're here, then we'll be going. Wu Fei is in your hands now! The doctor said her surgery went well, there's no major issue, she just needs to rest properly."
Song Moting meant to leave her with them, they wouldn't come again.
They should also return to the farm, otherwise, Captain Li Dahu would be worried, losing Jia Shu alone is a big deal, losing four young educated youths would drive Li Dahu crazy.
Though the autumn harvest is over, they aren't idle people, they still need to prepare for the college entrance exam.
Xiao Xin and Wu Pingzhou naturally understood his meaning.
Xiao Xin saw them out, holding Jiang Xiaoxiao's hand, "Jiang Xiaoxiao, Aunt apologizes on behalf of Wu Fei. This child speaks without thinking, Aunt knows she has a rebellious nature and a spoiled attitude, but please don't take it to heart. It was fortunate to have you by her side this time.
Anyway, thank you both, Xiao Song and Xiao Jiang. When you return to Jingbei, please visit Aunt and Uncle, let us properly thank you."
Xiao Xin felt guilty that they were taking care of her daughter, without being related by blood, and still having to endure her daughter's attitude, why should they?
Jiang Xiaoxiao, however, felt that it was quite unfortunate that someone as kind as Xiao Xin had such an arrogant and domineering daughter like Wu Fei, truly heaven's injustice.
"Aunt, Wu Fei is Wu Fei, and you are you. You don't need to bear the burden of her mistakes. Wu Fei is an adult now, always shielding her doesn't benefit her in any way. You should really discipline her well; otherwise, she might cause more trouble in the future."
Jiang Xiaoxiao was able to say these words because she quite liked Xiao Xin.
Otherwise, as an outsider, why would she say something that might offend them?
After all, Xiao Xin and Wu Fei are mother and daughter, no mother likes to hear others criticizing their child.
Honest advice often sounds unpleasant, but that's the truth.
Xiao Xin forced a bitter smile, "You are a good child, Aunt truly thanks you. I know my daughter well; we have always been busy with work, not spending enough effort on her, resulting in her current state.
Aunt knows you really meant those words for her sake."
Her heart was full of gratitude; typically, people witnessing such matters wouldn't say a word about others' affairs, as it doesn't concern them.
Yet, this young girl, upon meeting, could speak frankly like this, proving she's straightforward and honest, seeing Wu Fei's actions, she's not blindly tolerant and accommodating.
Ah, how wonderful if Jiang Xiaoxiao could be a friend of my daughter!
If Wu Fei had such a friend by her side to influence her, perhaps her personality wouldn't have developed to this point.
Watching Jiang Xiaoxiao and Song Moting leave, Xiao Xin returned inside.
The atmosphere in the hospital room was heavy.
Wu Pingzhou looked at his daughter and couldn't suppress his anger.
"Look at yourself, we raised you since childhood to be like this? What right do you have to unleash your temper on others? Did Song Moting owe you? Or his wife? They kindly took care of you, which is already a huge favor, you know our family doesn't associate with the Song family.
If they had turned a blind eye or even added insult to injury, it wouldn't have been excessive. Yet, you owe them a great debt and feel no guilt, even treating them as servants.
Your mother and I were too neglectful in disciplining you. Once you're discharged, return to Jingbei immediately. Do you think I don't know your little schemes for coming here? Isn't it just because Jin Dachuan is here, you think your past actions completely escaped your parents' knowledge?
We remained silent out of consideration for you, thinking you're grown up and deserve some dignity. But that doesn't mean we're ignorant of it. Look at yourself, what can I possibly say?"
Wu Fei looked up at her father in shock, "Dad, you've always known about Jin Dachuan? Why have you never mentioned it?"
She had always thought she had hidden the matter well.
Believing her parents knew nothing, given her father's rigid nature, if he knew about Jin Dachuan, she would have received a thorough lesson, not silence for so many years.
Wu Pingzhou sighed deeply and spoke earnestly, "Wu Fei, everyone has the right to pursue their happiness. We didn't stop you from liking Jin Dachuan because we believed he was indeed a good man, but he doesn't love you.
We didn't intervene before since Jin Dachuan wasn't married, but now he is married, has a wife, and will have children and a family. If you intervene now, you'd become the third party.
I couldn't believe you would do such a thing. You received higher education, you know right from wrong, yet you travel so far for this? Wu Fei, you need to seriously ponder how to conduct yourself, you are an adult.
You're not a child; coming here now means you're disrupting Jin Dachuan's family. If his wife learns about this, what would she think?"
Wu Fei pouted, "Dad, that woman doesn't even deserve Brother Jin."
"Shut up! How dare you speak? Have you no shame? Whether she deserves Jin Dachuan, in my eyes, her supporting him to care for his parents and siblings grants her stature above you.
If Jin Dachuan had abandoned such a girl for you, I would never accept him as my son-in-law.
I tell you, Wu Fei, if you continue to behave recklessly, without considering consequences, your mom and I will send you abroad immediately."
Wu Fei glared angrily, "Dad!"
"Remember, I am your father, don't push me."
As Xiao Xin entered, she saw the pair staring at each other angrily.
"Alright, alright, I've brought some food, both of you eat something quickly. Wu Fei, mind your attitude, that's your father."
She put down the two lunch boxes she was carrying, bought some warm meals, knowing from the conversation earlier that her daughter hadn't eaten.
Wu Fei, sulking, lay on the bed refusing to eat.
Wu Pingzhou watched as his wife busied herself, "If she doesn't eat, don't worry about her, stop spoiling her. When she's hungry, she will eat."
The father and daughter still held grudges against each other.
Xiao Xin sighed.
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