The number one rebel of the Great Wu

Half an hour later.

Chen Changgeng emerged from the secret room and left the Third Prince's residence in a few leaps.

Just then, Ru Shuang and Ru Yi came over from not far away.

"How is it?"

Chen Changgeng wiped the blood off his hands and asked.

"His Highness has already found a doctor from the Shen family, the one who saw you before."

"Xiang'er only has superficial injuries and is not seriously injured."

"Over there, that dead eunuch?"

Chen Changgeng's tone was cold.

"He's dead, but before he died, he said everything he needed to say."

"He approached the Third Prince on his own initiative, and the two hit it off immediately."

"However, the Third Prince has been very busy lately and doesn't completely trust him."

"So he stayed in that room and didn't have the chance to serve the Third Prince or reveal anything else."

After giving a brief explanation, Chen Changgeng waved his hand.

"Let's go, I need to go back and check on Xiang'er."

……

Prince's Mansion.

Inside a fairly well-appointed room.

Shen Qingci frowned slightly as he sat in the hall.

Beside me, a candle flame flickered continuously.

Suddenly, Chen Changgeng, Rushuang, and Ruyi pushed open the door and entered.

Shen Qingci looked up and nodded slightly.

Chen Changgeng then strode inside and immediately saw Xiang'er, who had already woken up.

"Little Gengzi!"

Xiang'er's eyes instantly welled up with tears.

"Shh, His Highness is still outside."

Chen Changgeng whispered.

Xiang'er immediately pursed her lips and cautiously glanced into the hall.

In an instant, all the grievances in my heart were swallowed back.

Seeing this, Chen Changgeng couldn't help but curl the corners of his mouth slightly.

Upon seeing this, Xiang'er immediately gave her a reproachful look.

"Stop hiding it, I know you two are close."

"It seems that I am the one getting in your way here."

There seemed to be a hint of jealousy in Shen Qingci's words.

Then, Shen Qingci waved his hand and led Ru Shuang and Ru Yi away.

Xiang'er's face flushed slightly, and her gaze toward Chen Changgeng became even more tender and resentful.

She didn't know what had happened between Chen Changgeng and Shen Qingci in Jiangxia. In her eyes, Shen Qingci was still that dignified master.

"You bastard, have you gotten tired of the old and found something new?"

"I've been held captive for a month, and you're only now coming to rescue me!"

"I've suffered so much injustice, you have to make it up to me!"

Chen Changgeng chuckled awkwardly.

"This past month hasn't been easy for me either; I almost died!"

Hearing Chen Changgeng's heavy breathing startled Xiang'er, who immediately asked with concern.

"What's wrong? What happened?"

"Pah! Pah! Pah! What nonsense are you spouting!"

Chen Changgeng smiled and explained the matter of Beiqing Temple.

Upon hearing that Chen Changgeng had been in seclusion for the past month to heal his injuries, Xiang'er's face immediately showed a look of heartache.

She dared not blame him, and could only weakly hold Chen Changgeng's hand.

"Okay, I got it."

"But would you stay with me tonight? I'm a little scared..."

Being locked in that dark, confined room for a long time would inevitably leave some psychological trauma.

To everyone's surprise, Chen Changgeng gave a soft rebuke.

"You're injured like this..."

"Let's not rush things. I'm afraid you won't be able to handle it."

Xiang'er was stunned for a moment before she reacted. She raised her hand in embarrassment and anger, and even though she was grimacing, she was determined to slap Chen Changgeng's arm hard.

"Stinky man, stinky man, stinky man!"

"That's not what I meant at all!"

"Haha, good, good, good!"

"I'll stay here with you tonight, so you can get some rest."

……

The next morning.

Chen Changgeng, who was lying by the bed, slowly woke up.

After all, Xiang'er is on his person now, and if he were to actually share a bed with her, something bad might happen.

However, now that I have martial arts skills, it seems that making do for one night won't be a big problem.

As soon as Chen Changgeng moved, Xiang'er on the bed was instantly overjoyed.

The panic in her eyes flashed by for a moment, and she calmed down once she realized her surroundings.

Chen Changgeng felt a slight pang in his heart.

The innocent and carefree Xiang'er of the past seems to have vanished without a trace.

This psychological trauma is unlikely to heal in a short time.

"The Crown Prince and His Highness have assigned me a small courtyard."

"Why don't you move in with me from now on?"

"It's better with me by your side."

Xiang'er opened her mouth slightly, her expression somewhat awkward.

"I am, after all, His Highness's personal maid..."

"What should I do..."

"I'll go and talk to His Highness."

Chen Changgeng raised his hand and touched Xiang'er's forehead, smiling slightly to reassure her.

Xiang'er nodded obediently, but she was already looking forward to it.

I never expected that being arrested would result in such a benefit.

How can this not be considered a blessing in disguise?

……

The Imperial Palace, the Imperial Garden.

Xiao Lie had already told me to go to the palace to meet Xiao Jingtian today.

He naturally dared not delay any longer, and without even looking for Shen Qingci, he set off directly for the palace.

News of Chen Changgeng's arrival spread quickly, and Eunuch Sun summoned two eunuchs to guide Chen Changgeng to the Imperial Garden.

Xiao Jingtian seemed to have a habit of morning exercise, but previously he would only come back to the Imperial Garden to stretch his muscles after the morning court session.

Now that Xiao Ce has taken charge of the court affairs, he can rest a little longer.

"Hey, Little Gengzi, you've arrived."

Xiao Jingtian was practicing Chen Changgeng's boxing style.

Upon seeing Chen Changgeng arrive, he immediately called out with a hint of teasing.

"Your Majesty, your boxing skills are getting better and better, even better than mine."

"Such talent! Someone as dull-witted as me can only look on with envy!"

Xiao Jingtian smiled and simply ignored him.

After slowly coming to a stop, he led Chen Changgeng to a small pavilion to the side.

"Here, have a taste. These are pastries that the Imperial Kitchen just made this morning."

"We have osmanthus cake, sponge cake, and jade heart cake. If you like them, I'll have the imperial kitchen make some for you to take back with you."

"Thank you, Your Majesty. I dare to ask for some more on behalf of the Crown Princess."

Chen Changgeng cupped his hands in greeting but did not take the pastries.

Xiao Jingtian raised an eyebrow.

He knew that Chen Changgeng had been rescued by Shen Qingci, and in his view, this action was naturally an act of repaying kindness.

A hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes.

"Alright, I'll have the Imperial Kitchen prepare it."

"Little Gengzi, you were incredibly brave and loyal in protecting your master during the Beiqing Temple incident."

"They even summoned Qingci, that young girl, to bring people over, which was a great service."

"Speak, what reward do you want?"

A month has already passed, and Shen Qingci has naturally already given his reward.

However, the fact that the prize was awarded to the Shen family is quite intriguing.

"what?"

"Didn't His Majesty just bestow some pastries upon me?"

Chen Changgeng feigned surprise.

"Oh?"

Xiao Jingtian shrank his neck, looking amazed.

"With such a great contribution, you actually only want pastries?"

Chen Changgeng grinned.

"If a general saves the emperor, he should naturally be promoted and given a higher rank."

"But I am just a lowly servant. To bestow upon me official rank and title is beyond my capabilities. I am not worthy of such a high position."

"Don't underestimate this small plate of pastries; they're from the palace and can't be bought outside."

"Furthermore, it contains the imperial favor bestowed by Your Majesty!"

"Isn't this big enough?"

Chen Changgeng's rhetorical question immediately made Xiao Jingtian burst into laughter.

"Alright, Eunuch Sun, send a message to the Imperial Kitchen."

"From now on, have three plates of pastries made and sent to the Second Prince's residence every day for a year!"