Chapter 290: The Execution - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

Chapter 290: The Execution

The words were harsh, and Wen Shi tugged at her sleeve, but she couldn’t stop her mother from continuing her reprimand.

“A mere concubine has become so audacious, and you’re still an official in the court? Can’t you distinguish between rank and status? I see that the household of our in-laws is calm and orderly. How come your inner court is filled with so many troubles?”

“Mother…”

Wen Shi didn’t want her husband to be criticized like this. Despite their issues, it wasn’t entirely Feng Jinxu’s fault. Besides, they had reconciled, so what use was there in bringing up the past now?

Aunt Wen looked at her daughter’s distressed expression with a sense of frustration.

“If you weren’t so soft-hearted, how could a concubine bully you so much?”

There was an unspoken sentence in Aunt Wen’s mind, “Just look at the concubines and secondary wives in your father’s household. None of them would dare to act up in front of him.”

But this was not something to say in front of Feng Jinxu, so she planned to discuss these matters of managing the inner court privately later.

Feng Jinxu listened respectfully to Aunt Wen’s scolding, his sincere attitude eventually rendering her speechless. All she could leave him with was a stern warning.

“If I ever hear that you’re mistreating my Wen family’s daughter again, I’ll risk my life and damage the reputation of the family to settle accounts with you and the Feng family! Understand?”

Her tone was fierce, but Feng Jinxu knew it was out of a protective concern for her daughter. He nodded and once again respectfully bowed to Aunt Wen in apology.

“Mother-in-law, please rest assured. If I ever wrong the madam again, you can curse me to a terrible death!”

With such a severe oath, Aunt Wen decided not to dwell on his past mistakes.

“Rise. You and my daughter still have a long life ahead. There will be bumps along the way, but remember always that she is your spouse and the mother of your child. Even for that reason alone, you must not let anyone bully her!”

“I will heed your advice, mother-in-law, and will never forget it!”

“Hmm.”

With these stern words spoken, many future misunderstandings were likely avoided.

So, when Yunli appeared in front of Aunt Wen, showing extra affection towards Wen Shi, she felt a bit uncomfortable, but quickly suppressed it.

A few suitable gifts were picked from the ones they brought and given to Yunli.

Children are naturally playful, especially at the curious age of four. Once he received the gifts, he eagerly began to play.

Mengjie, who had never seen him before, found the lively little nephew to be very much to her liking.

In no time, she became very familiar with Yunli.

However, Huige’er was unfortunate, as he was taken to the study by Feng Jinxu as soon as he arrived. Wen Shi smiled wryly, knowing he would likely be questioned about his studies again.

Thus, the Wen family settled into the Feng residence.

With three more people in the house, it became much livelier, and even Bai Siruo joined in the fun.

Sure enough, she and Mengjie got along very well, and they even planned to go on an outing soon.

Feng Jinyao looked at them with a gentle smile, feeling a bit envious.

Their carefree nature reminded her of her own past, and she hoped they would never experience the nightmarish past she had endured. She wished for them to have a happy and smooth life.

At noon two days later, at the entrance of the vegetable market, the Wen family father and son were to be executed.

Many common people and scholars who had not yet left Dongdu City gathered here to watch the spectacle.

Some came out of curiosity, others out of righteous indignation.

Feng Jinyao also appeared, disguised in a way that made her seem like an adolescent lad.

In a private room on the second floor, Xiao Tingyi focused on the slender, weak figure.

It was astonishing for a young lady of a prominent family to dress up and come here to witness an execution. If it were anyone else, it would be unbelievable.

Yet, with Feng Jinyao, his suspicions were only confirmed.

Her grudge against the Wen family was likely to be a deadly one.

Otherwise, it was hard to explain why she would be here.

Ah Yao, when will you open up and tell me about the hatred you hold inside?

At this moment, Feng Jinyao’s eyes were filled with boundless hatred. When she looked at Wen Mengsheng again, her cold smile was chilling.

On the execution platform, Wen family father and son had already been tortured beyond recognition. The methods of the Dali Temple were horrifying.

If it weren’t for the need to keep them alive until the day of execution, they would have been beaten to death in the Dali Temple’s prison long ago.

Watching their bloodied state, Feng Jinyao felt a sense of satisfaction.

Wen Mengsheng, after all this time, you’ve finally received your retribution?

Are you satisfied with today’s outcome?

Don’t worry, this is just the beginning. Soon, those who conspired against the Feng family with you will join you in the depths of hell. May you endure your trials and tribulations there.

The execution officer looked at the sun, threw down the execution order token, and shouted, 'Execute!'

The prepared ropes were tightly bound around their heads, hands, and feet. The horses, driven by whips, tore the father and son apart, turning the scene into a blood-red wasteland.

Feng Jinyao stared at Wen Mengsheng’s severed head that fell before her, unmoving and unblinking.

Then, she silently turned and left.

On the second floor, Yang Zhao, standing behind Xiao Tingyi, admired Feng Jinyao.

She could watch such a bloody scene with the same indifference as if watching a performance.

Indeed, a woman chosen by the prince was extraordinary.

Perhaps because Xiao Tingyi’s gaze was too obvious, Feng Jinyao happened to look up and saw him.

Standing by the window, he had an ethereal presence.

Though his face was pale, his posture was not weak but rather proud, likely due to his past as a battlefield general. His aura had never changed.

The two, one high and one low, looked at each other without speaking but seemed to see a kindred spirit in each other’s eyes.

After a moment’s thought, Feng Jinyao, who was originally about to leave, entered the room and went straight to the second floor.

No one stopped her, and she easily arrived in front of Xiao Tingyi.

If Feng Jinyao had been trying to avoid Xiao Tingyi a few days ago, today she came without hesitation.

“Why is the prince here?”

Before she spoke, Yang Zhao had already exited the room and stood guard outside.

The area was filled with the Prince’s spies, so there was no need to be cautious about speaking.

“What Ah Yao is doing here is what this prince is doing here.”