Chapter 140: Finally, Time for Hospitalization

Dongmen Meng said in a low voice, "Everyone knows that both families came to our Ye residence tonight. A simple investigation will reveal our history of conflict, and we will undoubtedly be the primary suspects."

"But we did not do this. It is clearly a frame-up! It seems there is a mastermind behind the scenes. This person is incredibly cunning," Ye Ming said, his voice laced with deep murderous intent.

Ye Kun gulped. He originally hadn't wanted to kill them, solely out of fear of implicating his father and mother. Now that the deed was done, he had to take the blame, and his father even called the culprit "cunning." Good heavens.

"We have barely been in Ankang Prefecture for a few days, and already someone wants us gone. Well, I, Dongmen Meng, am not leaving!"

Ye Kun felt exhausted. Next time he let Dong Ci and Da Ci handle errands, he would have to be crystal clear, or they would easily misunderstand his intentions again.

"Father, Mother, is there anything we can do?" Ye Kun asked, bowing.

"You all go back and rest. We have to register at the Anjing Academy tomorrow. Your father and I can handle this."

Ye Kun had no choice but to try and figure out how to resolve the situation.

Ye Qin hung his head, remaining silent.

"Little brother, what is it? Are you worried about Ba Wanqing?" Ye Kun asked with a frown.

Ye Qin said nothing.

"Little brother, haven't you seen clearly what kind of woman Ba Wanqing is yet?"

"Big brother."

"Yes?"

"I think I almost fought with that Miss Ziyan last night... and I also clashed with Father..."

Ye Kun looked exasperated; so, the kid had sobered up and was finally feeling the fear.

"A pity about those ten thousand gold coins," Ye Kun patted his brother's shoulder. Ye Qin looked up at the starry sky and let out a deep sigh.

Ye Kun quietly found his two students. "You two, come here."

The three of them went back to the bushes by the latrine.

"Why did you kill them?" Ye Kun got straight to the point.

Dong Ci said blankly, "Didn't the teacher say to make them feel uncomfortable?"

"Does being uncomfortable mean you have to kill them!"

Dong Ci and Da Ci nodded simultaneously, very earnestly; to them, being uncomfortable meant killing.

Ye Kun clutched his forehead. He could communicate with his wives, but he could not communicate with these two students.

Oh, you two Heavenly Venerate ancestors, was it very hard for you when you were raising them?

"Forget it, forget it. You two should keep a low profile for now."

"Understood, teacher."

"By the way, tell me exactly what happened."

Da Ci recounted the entire sequence of events. Ye Kun was astonished as he listened, especially hearing that Pan Pingping, in order to save his own life, had actually urged Ba Wanqing to die, only to be kicked by her in a rage—she was a ruthless one.

Ye Kun didn't say anything else and turned to leave, leaving the dazed duo behind.

They were still wondering why they hadn't received their teacher's praise. Could it be that he was dissatisfied because they hadn't killed everyone?

A teacher's heart is as unfathomable as a needle at the bottom of the sea.

The death of the Ankang Prefecture Commandant would certainly reach the capital, Taijing. The Governor of Ankang, Ji Wenshan, was also roused from his sleep. Upon hearing the news, his expression turned grave, and he immediately reported the matter to Taijing. However, even at the fastest speed, it would still take until tomorrow for the message to reach the capital.

Less than an hour after the assassination, almost all the nobles in Ankang Prefecture knew about it, and the finger was pointed directly at the Ye family! Of course, this referred to Ye Ming, not the local Ye family of Ankang. Although there was no direct evidence, they were still the prime suspects.

Ye Kun was also deep in thought. The people were dead, and it felt satisfying, but the timing was terrible. He feared the aftermath would be very troublesome. What if the capital used this as an excuse to humiliate his parents? It was truly a headache.

"Don't move," Ye Li whispered.

Ye Kun sighed helplessly; his arms had become their pillows. His internal restlessness had completely vanished; the cleanup hadn't been handled perfectly.

At dawn, dark clouds blanketed the sky over Ankang Prefecture, occasionally drizzling with a fine, misty rain. This weather made people feel a bit stifled.

However, the entire prefecture was discussing one thing today!

That was the death of Commandant Pan! Although some members of the Pan family were still alive, it could be called a massacre. Yet, people seemed to be chatting about it casually; they didn't feel indignant about Pan Ming's death or blame the killer—some were even clapping and cheering.

The news spread quickly, and it must have leaked from inside the Pan family, otherwise, how could anyone know the details so clearly?

Aside from the Commandant's murder case, today was also the enrollment day for the Anjing Academy. The two events completely dominated the public's attention.

At this moment, the Ye family was enjoying breakfast. Ye Kun noticed his parents' expressions were normal, showing no signs of worry. He had been worrying for nothing; it seemed there was truly no need.

"After breakfast, let Xiao Ling take you to register. Li'er and Mu'er should go register as well," Dongmen Meng said softly.

Ye Li and Yan Mu'er were stunned. We have to go too? Is that really necessary? But their mother's word was law; if they dared to resist, they had better watch out for her shuriken.

"Understood," the two wives replied gloomily. They had hoped to play at home, but instead, they had to accompany the little bald guy to the academy.

Ye Qin seemed normal today, not saying a word, fearing his father might beat him to death.

"Sobered up?" Ye Ming asked indifferently.

Ye Qin's heart skipped a beat. Was his father going to settle scores now?

"Sobered up."

"Was it exciting last night?"

It had indeed been quite exciting.

"Father, I was just talking nonsense after drinking."

Dongmen Meng laughed softly, "Qinqin, that was just you speaking your true thoughts while drunk."

Ye Kun almost spat out his porridge. His mother really knew how to tease.

"Finish your meal and go to the academy early. There will probably be a lot of people," Dongmen Meng reminded them.

Ye Qin hurriedly finished his meal and shouted, "Big brother, sisters-in-law, let's go." He was truly afraid his father would do something uncivilized in a fit of rage.

"Wipe your mouth! Look at you..." Ye Ming glared at his son. You little troublemaker!

Ye Qin wiped the corner of his mouth, "Big brother, I'll wait for you outside."

"Kun'er, the Anjing Academy is not like the cultivation institute in the county town. Take good care of Qinqin."

"Mother, I understand."

"And you must take good care of your wives. Try to get them pregnant with two children so your mother can have babies to look after again."

It seemed his mother was addicted to raising children.

Ye Li and Yan Mu'er were blushing. Ye Li was fine, but Yan Mu'er was thinking: if she really got pregnant? Wouldn't that be a monster... A cat with a human body? The thought alone made her shudder.

Unable to withstand their mother's pressure, Yan Mu'er and Ye Li dragged the still-hungry Ye Kun outside.

"And you two, go to the academy as well," Dongmen Meng pointed at Dong Ci and Da Ci.

Ye Kun hadn't intended to bring them along, but since his mother had given the order, he would take them.

The Anjing Academy was located in the center of the city. It occupied a prime location, though it hadn't always been in the city center. As its reputation grew, the Governor had granted this excellent spot to the Anjing Academy.