novelaction Chapter 176 Subpoena
Chapter 176 Subpoena
Ji Chang stood aside, his eyes deep and complex.
He looked at his mother and wife lying on the ground, his heart filled with pain and helplessness.
Then, Ji Chang slowly turned around and faced the panicked servants standing beside him. Although his voice was calm, it was filled with unquestionable majesty:
"You, quickly carry the old lady and the lady to the backyard and ask the doctor to come and treat them."
When the servants heard the order, they immediately took action. They carefully lifted up the old lady and the mistress, fearing that they would suffer any further harm.
Ji Chang looked at their departing backs, and his heart felt heavy as if it was being pressed by a huge rock.
He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, then looked at Ji Fa who was standing blankly beside him, and spoke again, his tone full of unquestionable firmness:
"Jifa, go back to your room right now. Don't come out without my order!"
Ji Fa was shocked back to his senses by Ji Chang's voice. He looked up at Ji Chang, his eyes full of confusion and sadness.
He choked and spoke, his voice trembling:
"Father, I... didn't know... I didn't know that this would happen to my brother. I hope you will express your condolences and take care of yourself!"
Before he finished speaking, tears welled up in his eyes.
When Ji Chang saw this, he thought of his eldest son Bo Yikao and felt sad.
He suppressed the grief in his heart and tried to speak in a calm tone:
"Jifa, your brother died in Chaoge for me. And you, you actually have feelings for your sister-in-law. How shameless!"
"This is simply a stain on the Ji family's reputation and disrespectful to your brother!"
Ji Chang paused for a moment and continued:
"I don't want to see you now. Go back to your room immediately and reflect on your mistakes. When you feel better, you can leave!"
Ji Fa turned pale when he heard this, and he said in a trembling voice:
"Father, I...I really didn't do it on purpose. Emotions are like a flood or a beast. Once they erupt, they can no longer be controlled."
Jifa's voice was full of helplessness and self-blame. He looked up at his father, hoping to get some understanding from him.
"Alright, stop talking! Someone, take the Second Young Master away and keep him under strict watch!"
However, Ji Chang remained unmoved. He waved his hand and ordered:
"Alright, stop talking! Someone, take the Second Young Master away and keep him under strict watch. When he wakes up, he can come out!"
Following Ji Chang's order, several guards quickly stepped forward and took Ji Fa away from the room.
When Jifa turned around, he looked back at 'Su Daji' who was standing beside him.
His eyes were filled with sorrow and helplessness, as if he wanted to pour out all his emotions to her.
'Su Daji' was wearing luxurious clothes and had delicate makeup on her face, but it couldn't hide her inner turmoil.
Her bright eyes were now looking at Jifa with deep affection, as if she wanted to convey to him endless courage and strength with her eyes.
The two people's eyes met in the air, as if they had thousands of words to say, but they disappeared in an instant.
The guards did not allow Jifa to stay any longer. They pushed him out of the door and followed him closely to make sure he would not escape.
Ji Fa's figure gradually walked away, but 'Su Daji' stood there, not moving for a long time.
Tears glistened in her eyes, and her heart was filled with worry and reluctance for Jifa.
Ji Chang in the main hall was also lost in thought at this moment. Ji Chang looked at Ji Fa's departing back, feeling mixed emotions.
He knew that after Bo Yikao's death, his second son Ji Fa would be his heir.
Originally, Jifa was pure and filial, respecting his elder brother and protecting his younger brother. However, at this time, Jifa became rebellious because of Su Daji.
Ji Chang sighed softly. He understood that Ji Fa's change was not achieved overnight, but was accumulated slowly.
He thought of everything that happened between Jifa and Su Daji, and a surge of anger rose in his heart.
Ji Chang slowly turned his head and his eyes fell on Su Daji standing beside him.
She was covering her face and crying, her tearful appearance made people feel pity for her.
But there was no mercy in Ji Chang's eyes, only coldness and anger.
He just felt that "Su Daji" was unfaithful in love and played with the feelings of his two sons.
Ji Chang also felt a little resentful towards Su Hu.
After all, Su Daji is Su Hu's daughter, and she can do this most likely because of Su Hu's teaching.
However, Ji Chang also understood that he could not vent his anger on Su Hu because of Su Daji's behavior.
After all, Su Hu and I have known each other for many years, and the friendship between the two cannot be easily severed.
Furthermore, Ji Chang also took Ji Fa's feelings into consideration.
Judging from what happened just now, Jifa has deep feelings for Su Daji.
If Su Daji was punished at this time, Jifa would definitely suffer a great blow and might even be unable to recover.
Thinking of this, Ji Chang took a deep breath and calmed the anger in his heart.
He looked at Su Daji who was standing beside him. She had stopped crying, but the tear marks on her face were still clear.
Ji Chang spoke slowly, his voice full of helplessness and sighs.
"Daji, you go back first."
Ji Chang said, "I will not punish you. But you must also understand that you have not yet broken off your engagement with my son Bo Yikao."
"I hope you can reflect on your actions and not make similar mistakes again."
Upon hearing this, Su Daji raised her head and looked at Ji Chang, with a hint of deep meaning in her eyes.
However, that emotion was fleeting, as if it had never existed, leaving only eyes as calm as water.
"Uncle Ji, please calm down."
Su Daji spoke softly, her voice trembling slightly, but she tried her best to remain calm, "Daji doesn't know why the situation has turned out like this."
She looked up at Ji Chang, tears flashing in her clear eyes, but she tried her best to remain calm.
Ji Chang looked at her with a frown on his face, like a volcano about to erupt.
His voice was low and firm, with unquestionable majesty:
"Alright, Su Daji, I don't want to hear any more explanations. Until Ji Fa wakes up completely, don't set foot in Xibohou Mansion again."
As soon as he finished speaking, a tense atmosphere seemed to fill the air.
Upon hearing this, Su Daji knew that this was not the time to argue with Xibohou Jichang.
Then, 'Su Daji' raised her head, with a determined light in her eyes.
Then, she nodded gently, her voice was weak but firm:
"Uncle Ji, Daji understands. Daji will obey your decision and will never set foot in Xibohou Mansion again."
"It's just that Ji Fa...he didn't mean to contradict you, uncle. I hope you can forgive his ignorance and impulsiveness."
There was a slight tremor in Su Daji's voice, but it was more of a plea to Ji Chang.
Ji Chang looked at her, his eyes revealing a hint of complicated emotions at this moment.
He was silent for a moment, and finally spoke slowly:
"I know, you should leave now!"
Upon hearing this, Su Daji felt reluctant but had no choice but to accept this fact.
She looked at Ji Chang deeply again, then slowly turned around and walked out the door.
Every step seemed so heavy, as if carrying all her sadness and helplessness.
When Su Daji's figure disappeared outside the door, Ji Chang's eyes became deep and complicated.
After a while, Ji Chang ordered his servants to prepare clothes for Bo Yikao, and buried the "meat pie" he brought back in the Ji family cemetery as a cenotaph for Bo Yikao.
The servant took the order and left to buy the necessary items.
In the main hall, only Ji Chang, Jiang Ziya and San Yisheng were left.
Jiang Ziya looked thoughtful, took a step forward, bowed, and said respectfully:
"My Lord, there is something I don't know whether I should say or not."
Ji Chang raised his head, his eyes slightly tired, but still resilient.
He glanced at Jiang Ziya, sighed slightly, and said:
"Prime Minister, there are only three of us here. If you have anything to say, just say it directly. Don't be shy."
Jiang Ziya nodded slightly when he heard this, and a serious look appeared on his face. He pondered for a moment and finally spoke:
"Since I arrived at Xibohou Mansion, I have felt that there seems to be a demonic aura in the mansion. However, my cultivation is still shallow, and I am not yet able to conclude that there is a demon in the mansion."
Upon hearing this, Ji Chang frowned and looked at Jiang Ziya with a hint of shock in his eyes.
"Prime Minister, does the evil spirit you mentioned really exist?"
San Yisheng couldn't help but take a step forward, his voice filled with a hint of nervousness and curiosity.
Jiang Ziya shook his head gently and sighed, his voice full of helplessness:
"I just felt that there seemed to be an unusual atmosphere in the mansion. This atmosphere was cold and strange, which made me suspicious."
"However, I am still unable to confirm whether it is demonic energy or its source."
He paused, as if thinking about how to express his meaning more accurately. Then he continued:
"However, I can send a message to the brothers of Chan School and ask them to come and investigate."
"They have deep cultivation. If there really is an evil spirit causing trouble, they will be able to capture it easily."
Upon hearing this, Ji Chang felt a little relieved and his brows relaxed slightly.
"That's great. I'll have to trouble you, Prime Minister."
Ji Chang stood up, bowed to Jiang Ziya and expressed his gratitude.
Seeing this, Jiang Ziya waved his hand, indicating that Ji Chang did not need to be polite.
Afterwards, Jiang Ziya used the special communication technique of the Chan sect to pass the matter to Kunlun Mountain.