After Jiang Yuanxi finished speaking, even the strongest person couldn’t bear the relentless pain of being stabbed in the heart.

Jiang Fengyuan’s last shred of affection for Duke An completely vanished.

He didn’t care that his children were present, and hugged Chen Shi as he began to cry.

“Wife, I was so foolish.”

Jiang Yuansheng saw this and quickly grabbed a small blanket, wrapping his sister tightly before picking her up and leaving, giving his parents space.

In Jiang Yuansheng’s arms, Jiang Yuanxi became infatuated again.

【Brother is so handsome it makes me drool, what’s going on?】

【Ah, brother, I want a kiss. A kiss from the handsome guy.】

Jiang Yuanxi restlessly kicked her little legs.

Jiang Yuansheng chuckled, not realizing his sister was still a little flirt.

He leaned in and kissed her soft, pale cheek.

In a gentle voice, he said, “Yuanxi, don’t worry, big brother will protect you from now on.”

After being kissed by the handsome brother, Jiang Yuanxi was surrounded by pink bubbles in her mind.

She was still lost in the joy of being kissed by her handsome brother.

【Hmm? What did my brother just say?】

…

In the Lan Ting courtyard, Jiang Yuancheng (Jiang Yuansheng’s little brother) lay on a soft couch.

A servant carefully picked a grape with a toothpick and held it up to his mouth.

Two maids were massaging his shoulders, one on each side.

“Press lower, with some strength,” Jiang Yuancheng said impatiently. “And this grape isn’t fresh; I can taste the sand in it. Take it away.”

The servant respectfully took the plate away.

As soon as Jiang Yuansheng entered, he saw this scene.

He freed one hand and pressed it against Jiang Yuancheng’s backside.

“Ahhh!”

A loud scream followed.

“Damn it, are you trying to kill me? Give me that!”

When he saw who it was, he quickly yelled, “Big, Big Brother.”

Jiang Yuancheng was afraid of this big brother.

Even though Jiang Yuansheng hadn’t done anything, every time Jiang Yuancheng saw him, he wanted to dig his head into the ground.

If Jiang Yuanxi knew what he was thinking, she would definitely say:

Young man, you’ve figured it out. This is the pressure of a genius over a waste.

To be more precise, it’s the inferiority complex of a waste.

Jiang Yuansheng sat down, still holding Jiang Yuanxi.

While teasing her, he said, “Seems like it’s not painful.”

Jiang Yuancheng, holding his backside, grimaced as he got off the bed.

“Brother, you’re my real brother, don’t let dad know about this.” He begged.

If their father knew that he had made a mistake yet was still enjoying himself, he would probably have his skin peeled off.

Jiang Yuansheng didn’t respond, as if agreeing.

【Fourth Brother holding his butt is really funny. If Dad finds out he went to a brothel that day, he’ll probably beat him to death.】

Jiang Yuanxi couldn’t help but laugh inwardly, not noticing the cold look on the person holding her.

Jiang Yuancheng was startled.

How did his sister know he had gone to the brothel?

Could it be that she was some little celestial being reincarnated from the heavens?

While he was thinking, Jiang Yuansheng suddenly stood up, startling Jiang Yuancheng so much that he stepped back a few steps.

Jiang Yuansheng looked at him with a cold expression.

“I’m going to tell Dad right now that you want to learn martial arts.”

Jiang Yuancheng…

“No, brother, why? You’re my real brother!” He screamed in pain, clutching the doorframe.

“Ah! I don’t want to live!”

Soon, Jiang Yuancheng realized that the people who used to serve him had gone from seven to just one.

Not only that, but all the items in the room were cleared out, leaving only a wooden bed.

And there, in front of his bed, were weapons neatly arranged.

Seeing that the time was right, Jiang Yuansheng carried Jiang Yuanxi back.

【I don’t want to go back. I don’t want to go back.】

It was such a rare outing, and she hadn’t been out for long before they had to go back.

She kept kicking her legs, almost kicking off the blanket that wrapped her.

Jiang Yuansheng gently comforted, “Yuanxi, be good, it’s time to go back.”

Jiang Yuanxi pouted. Fine, since her handsome brother said so, she’d go back, but she’d come out next time.

Jiang Yuansheng also wanted to take his sister out more, but she was still too young to be exposed to the wind.

This time, he had to take her out.

After handing his sister back to his mother, Jiang Yuansheng turned and left the courtyard.

A young master with a refined and handsome appearance, he exuded grace.

Wu Cuirou, who had just arrived, happened to see his back.

She snorted coldly and thought about the father and son kneeling in the ancestral hall. Wu Cuirou immediately became furious.

“The first branch is really lucky, they gave birth to such a son.”

Zhao Mama said, “Without the Duke’s love, what use is there?”

Wu Cuirou, hearing this, felt a bit better.

The Duke still hadn’t chosen a heir, which was precisely because of the second branch.

No matter how outstanding the first branch was, they couldn’t compete with Hui’er.

Madam Chen was about to lie down for an afternoon nap while holding Jiang Yuanxi when Chun Zhi came in.

“Madam, the second madam has arrived.”

Chun Tao was puzzled. “She didn’t come when you were giving birth. Why is she here now?”

On the bed, Madam Chen furrowed her brow.

After everything that had happened, she wasn’t fond of the second branch.

In the past, whenever Wu Cuirou wanted something, Madam Chen would try to find it for her.

But after all the heartbreak, she couldn’t understand why her sincere efforts were met with betrayal.

She hadn’t even sought revenge on them yet, and they were coming to her.

No matter what, she would protect her children.

From now on, the second branch would never get anything from her.

“Let her in.”

Wu Cuirou entered wearing a soft pink dress, walking gracefully.

Madam Chen sat up holding Jiang Yuanxi.

Wu Cuirou pretended to be concerned, “Sister-in-law just gave birth, you should lie down. I came to see you. I heard you had a difficult delivery. I’ve brought some supplements.”

Chun Tao rolled her eyes and muttered, “What a show-off.”

In the swaddling blanket, Jiang Yuanxi moved.

【This is my second aunt, she’s so old that her wrinkles can’t be hidden. Why is she still wearing such a flashy pink color with green flowers on her head?】

Jiang Yuanxi felt disgusted.

【Pink and green, what kind of deathly combination is that? No wonder second uncle’s concubines never stop coming. Let me see if my beautiful mother can wash her eyes.】

Madam Chen held back her laughter.

Yuanxi really was her little joy.

Suddenly, Jiang Yuanxi remembered how much money her mother had spent on the second branch over the years.

【How should I let mother know that second aunt is bad?】

Thinking of this, Jiang Yuanxi reached her hand out to Wu Cuirou.

“Wow, sister-in-law really gave birth well. You’re so fair and soft, just like the chubby baby in the New Year’s paintings.”

Seeing the little baby’s outstretched hands, Wu Cuirou tried hard not to show her displeasure, lowering her head to tease the baby.

As soon as she leaned in, Jiang Yuanxi seized the opportunity.

With a “slap” sound, Wu Cuirou was stunned.

Everyone fell silent.

Jiang Yuanxi laughed out loud. She actually slapped her!

She looked at Madam Chen with eager eyes.

【Mother, look! I slapped her! This woman isn’t a good person!】 As long as her mother saw that she didn’t like her, she would start to be cautious.

Jiang Yuanxi wasn’t entirely sure, since she was still a baby.

Madam Chen:…

Chun Zhi and Chun Tao were both struggling to suppress their laughter.

They had never liked the second branch, and Miss was really impressive!

Although the baby’s strength was small, Jiang Yuanxi had been a general in the Heavenly Realm in her past life.

Even though she had lost her divine powers, her physical condition was extraordinary.

In no time, Wu Cuirou’s face had a slap mark.

Madam Chen knew she had to act quickly.

“Ah, Yuanxi is still small, she doesn’t listen. Sister-in-law, are you alright?” Madam Chen suddenly acted weak, “It’s my fault, I didn’t hold Yuanxi’s hand. Will you blame me?”

Madam Chen’s eyes welled with tears, making her look aggrieved.

Her face stung from the slap, but Chen Shi glared angrily at the baby in her arms.

She covered her face, forcing a smile, “Sister-in-law, you’re overthinking. It’s just a child.”

Wu Cuirou sat down and continued, “I heard that sister-in-law plans to sell off some maidservants. Lanxi and Lanxin have been here for many years, they’ve worked diligently.”

“In my opinion, sister-in-law should be generous. Everyone makes mistakes. Moreover, Lanxi didn’t actually make a mistake, so why punish her?”

Wu Cuirou only knew about Lanxin’s betrayal, not knowing that Lanxi had been caught poisoning as well.

Besides, as long as she had a request, Chen Shi would certainly do everything to fulfill it.

Madam Chen sneered inwardly: “So according to my sister-in-law, I should just continue to pamper these two?”

“No, I don’t mean that.”

Madam Chen interrupted her, “Since sister-in-law likes these two maidservants so much, I’ll give them to you.” She waved her hand.

Chun Zhi quickly handed over their contracts to Wu Cuirou.

“Sister-in-law, this is…?” Wu Cuirou hadn’t yet understood.

Madam Chen reclined on the bed, her voice soft, “Chun Zhi, see the guests out, and bring some medicine to the second madam.”

【Ah, my mother is awesome. She’s a genius at palace intrigue!】

【Not only did Lanxi poison, she also tried to become my second mother, wanting to take my big brother while he was still alive. With my mother handling this, all the danger from these two is gone!】

Madam Chen’s heart calmed, secretly thankful.

At the same time, she couldn’t help but feel a bit of schadenfreude as she waited to hear the “good news” from the second branch.

If these two servants went to the second branch, the house would be in chaos.

Wu Cuirou didn’t realize until she reached the door what had happened.

She turned back and stared at the closed door. When did Chen Shi become so forceful?

This time, the two people she had planted in the first branch had not only been kicked out, but had also been taken back by Chen Shi herself.

And that little bastard, how dare she slap her!

Looking at the two people behind her, Wu Cuirou ground her teeth in anger.

“Fools!”

After sending off the troublesome people, Chen Shi was in an unexpectedly good mood.

“Why are you up, Madam?” Chun Zhi asked.

Madam Chen smiled faintly, “In a few days, it’ll be Yuanxi’s full month celebration. I need to start preparing for it.”

She had long been waiting for a daughter like this.

This time, the full month celebration would be grand!