Chapter 175 Young Master Chai Commits Suicide

Chapter 175: The Young Master of the Chai Family Attempts Suicide

The crowd turned to look, and saw Squire Chai, dressed in white, walking out from inside, followed by Madam Chai.

The two quickly approached Ji Yuntang, knelt down to pay their respects, and spoke with utmost respect.

"I, Chai Rufeng, and my wife, Chai Shi, pay our respects to Princess Ye."

"We did not know that you, Princess Ye, would honor the Chai residence with your presence today. Our reckless nephew, younger brother, and sister-in-law offended you. We beg you to be generous and not hold it against them."

Chai Rufeng knelt on the ground, his posture humble, repeatedly apologizing to Ji Yuntang.

This infuriated his younger brother, Chai Ruyu, who stood nearby.

He thought: With the family's vast wealth, which noble or dignitary from outside didn't come to curry favor with them? This was the first time he had seen his older brother so spineless.

Most importantly, Ji Yuntang had beaten his son and his wife, and instead of apologizing, she was demanding an apology from them. Since when does that ever happen?

"Big Brother, she's Princess Ye—so what? She injured my son and my wife. If she doesn't give us an explanation today, then she's not leaving!"

Ji Yuntang gave a cold snort and said disdainfully: "An explanation? The injury on my maid's head is the explanation!"

"I came here with good intentions to treat Young Master Chai, but my maid was kicked down and hit her head on the floor. So many people witnessed that it was your son who struck first. Shouldn't you be the ones giving me an explanation?"

Second Lady Tian Shi scrambled up from the ground, her face swollen, her mouth full of blood, her messy hair and clothes stripped of all her former elegance.

Seeing Ji Yuntang at this moment, she wished she could pounce on her and tear her apart.

"A mere maid—how could she compare to my precious, noble son?"

Ji Yuntang sneered: "Your son's life is a life, but my maidservant's life is not, is that it?"

"We only live once. Why should I go easy on you?"

Tian Shi was utterly enraged and immediately began shooting her mouth off.

"You are vulgar and uncouth, unfit for refined company. No wonder the Yongning Hou Mansion drove you out. Living like a widow at such a young age—I say this is your karma. You'll come to a bad end—"

"Slap!"

Before she could finish, a heavy slap smacked across Tian Shi's face.

But this time, the one who struck was not Ji Yuntang but Madam Chai.

Tian Shi stared at her in shock, unable to understand why Madam Chai, normally so gentle, had suddenly hit her.

"Sister-in-law, how could you strike me for an outsider?"

"You deserved that hit!" Madam Chai said angrily. "Tian Shi, do you know what you are saying? Do you want to bring calamity upon the entire Chai residence?"

"Princess Ye is a distinguished guest invited by my husband and me. Your blind son offended her. I was being nice by not coming after you, and you dare to cause her trouble?"

"Use that time to discipline that arrogant, sissy son of yours. He's disgusting to look at."

Tian Shi was speechless, then livid.

"How dare she badmouth her precious son like that?"

She went to slap Madam Chai, but Squire Chai held her back.

He glared at Chai Ruyu. "Enough! Take your wife back right now. Haven't you made enough of a scene?"

"If your branch of the family doesn't behave, you can get out of the Chai house."

Chai Ruyu's face turned livid, but he knew he was just a lowly son of a concubine. His family's comfort depended on Chai Rufeng's good graces.

He immediately grabbed Tian Shi's arm and pulled her inside.

"You witch, get inside with me now!"

As the fiasco ended, Madam Chai looked at Ji Yuntang apologetically.

"Princess Ye, I'm really sorry for the trouble we caused you and your maid. Please rest assured, we will cover all medical expenses for your maid. Name any price, and we'll cover it."

Ji Yuntang raised a hand lightly. "No worries. The wound on Tao Zhi's head is not serious. Is Young Master Chai at the residence now? Take me to see him."

"Yes, yes, he is. Hao'er has been staying in his room. These days, although he is no longer suicidal, he still refuses to come out or see anyone. Let me take you there, Princess."

Ji Yuntang nodded and followed Madam Chai inside.

Compared to what she had seen outside, the inner courtyard was even fancier: jade floors, gilded chairs, and priceless plants in the garden.

After walking for a full quarter of an hour, Ji Yuntang followed Madam Chai to a vast courtyard. The intricately carved beams and painted buildings all showed how noble the owner was.

"Princess Ye, please wait a second. I will go and call Hao'er to open the door."

Madam Chai walked over and knocked, but for a long time, there was no answer from inside.

She panicked and started banging on the door.

"Hao'er, Hao'er, it's your mother! Open the door for Mom!"

Ji Yuntang felt something was off. She quickly stepped forward, patted Madam Chai's shoulder, and said: "Madam Chai, step back a little. Let me take care of it."

Madam Chai didn't get what she meant, but she obediently stepped back two paces.

The next moment, she saw Ji Yuntang land a flying kick, directly smashing the outer door open.

Madam Chai was shocked.

When the door swung open, they saw what was inside.

Eight-year-old Chai Minghao lay on the ground, a bright red cut on his wrist still gushing blood, the floor covered in crimson. Shattered porcelain was scattered around, still stained with fresh blood, and on the table were two books of Chinese history.

Madam Chai immediately went into a panic. She rushed over and scooped the unconscious Chai Minghao into her arms.

"Hao'er! Hao'er! Wake up, don't scare Mom!"

Madam Chai wailed heartbreakingly. Ji Yuntang knew at a glance: this was a suicide attempt.

Looks like the kid's autism was worse than she thought.

But first, she had to rescue him.

Without a moment to think, Ji Yuntang quickly went over and lifted the child onto the bed.

She first checked his breathing; he was still breathing, but very weakly—if surgery wasn’t performed immediately, his life would be in danger.

“Madam Chai, the young master’s condition is critical. He has lost too much blood and needs immediate treatment. Please step outside now and have someone guard the door. No one is allowed in without my permission.”

Madam Chai was trembling with fear, her eyes bloodshot, and her voice filled with desperate pleading.

“Princess Ye, I’ll do whatever you say. I beg you, please save my son… please…”

Ji Yuntang gave Tao Zhi a knowing look, and Tao Zhi quickly led Madam Chai out of the room.

Once everyone had left, Ji Yuntang focused her mind and instantly transported Chai Minghao into her space.

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