The number one rebel of the Great Wu

After a short while, like the time it takes to drink a cup of tea.

After listening to the two men's vivid explanations, Xiang'er was utterly shocked.

That little mouth was now big enough to fit a steamed bun inside.

Crucially, Chen Changgeng also had physical evidence.

A pig's bladder, an assassin's dagger...

No matter how absurd it sounded, she had no choice but to believe it!

Even if this isn't your fault...

Xiang'er still harbored some resentment.

My gaze shifted and I suddenly noticed the bloodstain on the bed.

She immediately covered her mouth and exclaimed in surprise.

"What, what is that?!"

"You, all of you!"

"Little Gengzi, how could you!"

Only Shen Qingci knew that she had not been castrated; Xiang'er was kept in the dark.

Seeing these fallen petals, she understood everything!

The next second, a blush spread across Xiang'er's face, and a hint of smugness even appeared on her lips.

Perhaps she was suddenly in a good mood, because she let out a soft hum and put her hands on her hips.

"So what are you going to do now?"

"There can't be an extra person in the Crown Prince's residence out of nowhere."

Chen Changgeng nodded.

"Several maids and palace servants die in the miscellaneous affairs office every month, and many of these deaths go unreported."

"If all else fails, find an identity for Ah Yuan to temporarily impersonate."

"As for accommodation, I'm afraid I'll have to make do with where I am for now."

Fortunately, when Chen Changgeng entered the mansion, Shen Qingci made an exception and arranged a small single room for him.

If he could just buy some time, Chen Changgeng could find the time to buy a small courtyard house in the suburbs to settle the two sisters.

Xiang'er, being sensible, immediately stood up.

"Alright, I'll go find a set of maid's clothes for her to change into."

"I'll take her around to get familiar with things, so you don't need to worry about it."

"The errand room is in complete chaos right now, you'd better go and take a look."

As she spoke, Xiang'er paused slightly and nervously clenched the hem of her clothes.

"However, if you want me to help you keep A-Yuan's identity a secret, I have conditions."

"I want to too..."

"In short, you can't just spoil those two sisters. What they have, I want too!"

Having mustered her courage, Xiang'er finished speaking in one breath.

She knew that if she didn't hurry, she wouldn't be considered a mistress anymore.

Who knows, they might all become the fourth, fifth, or sixth child!

From the moment she learned that Xiao Gengzi was not a real eunuch, her illusion of having Xiao Gengzi all to herself was completely shattered.

Since Xiao Gengzi is a normal man and so capable, he will definitely have one woman after another by his side in the future!

Ah Yuan is right, the sooner you act, the sooner you can win a man's heart!

"What do you take me for... honestly."

Chen Changgeng smiled helplessly and nodded in agreement.

……

General errand room.

By the time he changed into his managerial clothes, it was nearly noon.

As soon as Xiao Xizi and Xiao Fuzi saw Chen Changgeng coming, they immediately went to greet him.

"Manager, something's happened."

"Wang Youcai... he's dead. He committed suicide by biting his tongue."

After Chen Changgeng became the steward yesterday, Xiao Xizi and Xiao Fuzi arranged for him to clean the chamber pots.

Early this morning, someone found him unable to bear the humiliation and had committed suicide in the latrine.

Chen Changgeng frowned slightly and walked over to take a look.

He used to act like a tyrant in the janitor's office, but after he was removed from office, he was retaliated against and severely beaten.

However, Chen Changgeng had instructed the others not to use excessive force before going to the palace.

Therefore, the possibility that he was forced to commit suicide has been largely ruled out.

"Sir, it's all my fault for not taking better care of you. Please punish me!"

Xiao Xizi and Xiao Fuzi immediately knelt down, and the people around them also lowered their heads and remained silent.

Whether it resulted in a death or suicide, someone from above will definitely investigate.

The crime of negligence might not warrant death, but he would certainly be dismissed from his post.

Chen Changgeng quickly realized that Lin Dequan, the head steward, was trying to get rid of him.

"Did anyone contact him yesterday?"

Chen Changgeng asked the question calmly.

Xiao Xizi and Xiao Fuzi looked at each other, then shook their heads in shame.

"Manager, there are too many people coming and going in this errand room, it's impossible to keep track of them all."

"However, Xiao Duozi did come by yesterday, probably trying to see Wang Youcai."

Xiao Duozi wasn't a member of the miscellaneous affairs office, but because of their special relationship, she visited the office quite often.

"Does Wang Youcai have any relatives in the city?"

Xiao Xizi frowned and thought for a moment.

"It seems... there is an old woman in the city."

Chen Changgeng nodded and patted Xiao Xizi on the shoulder.

"Leave the manor now and go see how that old woman is doing. See if she's received a large sum of money."

"If you receive any news, report it as soon as possible."

Upon receiving the order, Xiao Xizi immediately ran out quickly.

But as soon as he stepped out the door, he heard a cold snort from the entrance.

Lin Dequan walked in with several eunuchs, his face grim.

"Manager Chen, what's going on?"

"I heard someone died in your storeroom!"

"The deceased was extremely wronged, and ultimately committed suicide by biting off his tongue!"

Why did you have to come so early or late? You appeared the moment I arrived at the chores room. It was too obvious!

Chen Changgeng turned his head and replied indifferently.

"Oh, Steward Lin, what brings you here for tea today!"

"It's a janitor's quarters, isn't it normal for one or two people to die there?"

"Looking at the old records, several people died every month. Why didn't Steward Lin investigate back then?"

Lin Dequan snorted coldly, clearly having been prepared.

"Those people are all sinful slaves punished by the Lord. They are already unforgivable. They have no one to blame but themselves for their bad luck."

"Your situation is different; you died a truly unjust death!"

"According to the regulations of the manor, I, the steward, will dismiss you from your post and investigate you!"

"Guards, seize him!"

As soon as he finished speaking, four tall and burly eunuchs stood up from behind Lin De, each with an unfriendly expression!

Lin Dequan was well aware of Chen Changgeng's favor with the family.

It's impossible to get him to finish all the way through in one go.

This time, he specifically selected several junior eunuchs who had real skills.

The real purpose was not to imprison and cripple Chen Changgeng, but to secretly sabotage the capture process and teach him a lesson!

"Who dares to touch me!"

Chen Changgeng narrowed his eyes and immediately shouted!

Lin Dequan became even more smug when he saw that Chen Changgeng was about to resist!

What he wanted was for Chen Changgeng to resist; the more he resisted, the easier it would be to take action.

If he accidentally breaks someone's arm or leg, or even causes someone's death, he'll still be in the right!

"Go! Don't be afraid, if anything goes wrong, I, the steward, will take care of it!"

Upon hearing this, the four eunuchs were no longer worried and rushed over with a shout.

Chen Changgeng took a deep breath, and as he raised his hand, he felt a surge of heat rising from his dantian, making his body feel much lighter.

The little eunuch in front of him swung his fist, the size of a sandbag, which slowed down more and more in the air until it was crawling like an ant.

Chen Changgeng acted decisively, slightly dodging to the side, and delivered a heavy punch to his stomach.

"puff!"

With a muffled thud, the little eunuch groaned as he was sent flying more than half a meter off the ground by the punch!

Just as he was about to land, Chen Changgeng raised his foot and delivered a powerful front kick!

"boom!"

The man was immediately sent flying like a cannonball, crashing into the courtyard wall three meters away and losing consciousness instantly!

The three people who had surrounded them froze on the spot, looking at each other, none of them daring to step forward.

Eunuchs only earn a few coins a month, who would risk their life for no reason!

Upon seeing this, Lin Dequan was so frightened that he took three steps back, pointed at Chen Changgeng, and shouted angrily in a trembling voice.

"Big, bold!"

"You, how dare you disobey orders!"

Is this internal energy?

Chen Changgeng rubbed his wrists, feeling his blood surging and as if he had inexhaustible strength.

Then, turning his head, he saw that apart from Lin Dequan and the other three, all the other boys in the janitor's room were also wide-eyed and gaping.

He was clearly intimidated by himself!

"If Steward Ruo Lin wants to arrest me, he can do it himself. Why bother others?"

"I dare to hit these little eunuchs, but I wouldn't dare to hit you, Grand Eunuch!"

Chen Changgeng gave a sinister smile and deliberately reached out his hand, bringing it close to Lin Dequan's face.

They looked as if they were ready to be bound and their necks offered for execution!

Instantly, cold sweat broke out on Lin Dequan's back. Looking at the gazes cast by the three eunuchs, he cursed inwardly!

Kid, you have such a wicked mind!