The number one rebel of the Great Wu

Upon hearing this, Xiao Lie's face turned pale, and he was about to turn to Shen Qingci, who was sitting to the side leisurely drinking tea, for help.

The study door creaked open, and a red-robed eunuch with a cold face strode in.

"Your Highness, this servant has been waiting in the side hall for half an hour."

"I wonder if Your Highness has finished preparing for your studies?"

"This servant can wait, but His Majesty is busy with countless affairs of state and has no time for your childish games!"

"I……!"

Xiao Lie panicked and instinctively leaned against the desk, only then remembering that he had torn up what his teacher had just written!

Oh no, now all the things I submitted to make up the numbers are gone!

"In the last lesson, the Crown Prince's essay on national policy was quite an eye-opener for His Majesty, who praised it repeatedly."

"His Majesty specifically instructed me today to collect your homework first, and to send it to the Hall of Diligent Governance immediately after receiving it."

"Your Highness, you didn't... neglect your studies, did you?"

Eunuch Wang's expression changed slightly, and he frowned as he asked.

Believe it or not, given Crown Prince Xiao Lie's personality, it's actually quite possible!

"How...how could this be? I will do my best to fulfill the tasks entrusted to me by my father. It's impossible..."

Just then, Chen Changgeng finished packing his things and was about to leave.

Seeing this, Shen Qingci coughed lightly and stretched out a slender foot to block the way.

Chen Changgeng instantly understood, but a bitter smile crept across his face.

Damn woman! You want me to take the blame, huh?

If you want to introduce me to the Crown Prince, you can do it in private!

Why did they have to interfere at such an eye-catching time!

With things having come to this point, Chen Changgeng had no other choice. He suddenly had a flash of inspiration, knelt down with a thud, and then burst into a series of wailing and howling!

"Your Highness, spare my life! Your Excellency, please calm your anger!"

"It's all my fault. This morning, when I was tidying up the study, I accidentally spilled water on the Crown Prince's studies."

"That's why the Crown Prince couldn't submit his studies!"

Chen Changgeng's sudden outburst startled Crown Prince Xiao Lie.

You just arrived, right? My assignments don't even exist, so where are you going to throw water at them? That's utter nonsense!

Furthermore, I'm speaking right now, and you, a lowly servant, dare to interrupt me, the Crown Prince?!

court death!

Xiao Lie was furious and rushed over to kick the little eunuch to death.

Just as he lifted his foot, Shen Qingci's gaze swept over him.

Crown Prince Xiao Lie was slightly taken aback, but immediately reacted and pointed at Chen Changgeng, shouting angrily.

"You damn lackey! I knew my homework was missing!"

"That's a brilliant solution for governing the country that I, the Crown Prince, devised after countless sleepless nights of deep thought!"

"I thought Father would be overjoyed to see this, but you've ruined it all!"

At that moment, Xiang'er, who was outside the door and unaware of the whole situation, immediately pricked up her ears upon hearing this and was so frightened that her delicate body trembled.

What's wrong with this little eunuch? Why is he so reckless? Didn't I just give him some instructions?

Even if I plead with Her Highness the Crown Princess for mercy, it won't save you if you do this!

I finally met someone I clicked with, but it turns out he's a complete idiot!

Xiang'er stomped her foot in annoyance!

Inside the study, Eunuch Wang, who was in charge of collecting homework, watched coldly from the sidelines.

Crown Prince Xiao Lie would come up with all sorts of tricks to skip classes; he was used to it.

He immediately began to speak in a deep, muffled voice.

"Since it was your own idea, Your Highness, just write it down again. This servant will wait here."

"Your Highness, if you wish to punish this young eunuch, you can always wait until he submits his lessons, right?"

Seeing that the reason he had just come up with for skipping class had been completely blocked by Eunuch Wang, Xiao Lie was anxious, but he couldn't get angry.

The man before me is a bondservant who has served my father since he was a prince, and he enjoys my father's deep trust.

I had no choice but to soften my tone.

"To be honest, Father-in-law, I've forgotten some of it. I need to sort it out carefully before I can write it down."

"Why don't you go back to the palace and put in a good word for me, so I can come and collect my homework tomorrow?"

Eunuch Wang gave a soft hum.

"Since the Crown Prince cannot hand it over, then this eunuch has no choice but to return to the palace and report the truth to the Emperor!"

Seeing that Eunuch Wang showed him no respect whatsoever, Crown Prince Xiao Lie's face turned pale. Just as he was at a loss, a weak voice sounded from the side.

"This servant...this servant only glanced at it briefly before tidying up the Crown Prince's studies."

"The Crown Prince's writing was so exquisite that I was completely captivated by it, and I still have some impression of it now."

Chen Changgeng raised his head, feigning fear as he looked at the three important figures in front of him whom he dared not offend.

The writing is exquisite?

Eunuch Wang almost laughed out of anger. When did those four words become a metaphor for the Crown Prince?

Crown Prince Xiao Lie was dumbfounded, not understanding what Chen Changgeng was trying to do.

Only Shen Qingci understood, and then smiled and put down the teacup in her hand.

"Since you still remember, why don't you hurry up and write it down?"

"It's written. The Crown Prince is kind-hearted and, considering your past mistakes, may spare your life."

"If you don't write it well, it's a capital offense that could cost you your head!"

For a moment, the hall was completely silent, and even Xiang'er outside couldn't help but clench her fists.

Eunuch Wang glanced sideways at Chen Changgeng as he timidly walked towards the desk, a cold smile playing on his lips.

How much education does the crown prince have, and how many literate eunuchs are there in the palace?

He wanted to see how the play arranged by the Crown Prince would end today!

At his desk, Chen Changgeng held the pen handle, feeling both amused and exasperated.

Not only did they make me take the blame, but they also had to drag me into it!

Not only will it cost me dozens or even hundreds of brain cells, but what if I get targeted after this reputation is established?!

In a short while, the document was presented in black and white.

Shen Qingci glanced at it, her eyes lit up, and she immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

She admitted that betting on Chen Changgeng was an element of gambling.

But as it turns out, she made the right bet!

Although the handwriting is a bit ugly, the few words get straight to the point. These are exactly what His Majesty is thinking!

With just this one piece of paper, you've already made back at least 30% of the 5,000 taels!

Seeing that Shen Qingci seemed quite satisfied, Crown Prince Xiao Lie also curiously took a look, and then his brows furrowed deeply.

"The ruler is like a boat..."

Isn't this pretty much what the four gentlemen just said?

It's just copying others' ideas and making some minor changes. How could Shen Qingci be so satisfied with that? He doesn't understand!

The piece of paper was passed around before finally reaching Eunuch Wang.

Eunuch Wang raised an eyebrow, lightly flicked the paper, and, glancing at it sideways, began to read it aloud in a serious tone.

"The so-called ruler is the boat, and the people are the water."

"Water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it!"

"Now that the great cause of our Great Wu Dynasty has been accomplished and the war has subsided, we should stop fighting, extinguish the flames of war, prioritize the people, and allow ourselves to recuperate."

"The millions of ordinary people are the foundation of a dynasty; only those who win the hearts of the people can win the world!"

As he read, Eunuch Wang's tone gradually changed, and finally his eyes widened.

This...this...this was really written by the Crown Prince?

He has served the current emperor for decades and is the emperor's favorite, so he naturally knows best what the emperor is thinking!

These few lines of text truly touched the Emperor's heart.

When did the Crown Prince, who has always been incompetent, become such a sweet and caring son?!

Seeing the eunuch's shocked expression, the crown prince finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Although he didn't know whether the article was good or bad, he knew that at least he had gotten away with it this time. With that confidence, his courage naturally grew as well.

"Eunuch Wang, are you satisfied now?"

"Now that you've got the goods, why aren't you rushing back to the palace to present them to Father Emperor?"

Eunuch Wang looked up in surprise, glanced at Chen Changgeng who had buried his head in his chest, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes, before quickly shaking his head.

It's already quite impressive for a lowly eunuch to be literate; there's no way he could possibly have such an ability!

Could it be... really the Crown Prince?

When all possibilities have been ruled out, even the most outrageous one remains, and that is the truth.

Although Wang Gonggong was unwilling to believe it, he could only grit his teeth and sweep the duster.

"This servant... takes his leave!"

"You dog of a servant! You still dare to make things difficult for this Crown Prince!"

"This prince is blessed with the fortune of a dynasty, and with divine protection, any problems I encounter will be easily resolved!"

"To oppose me, the Crown Prince, is to court death, you understand?! Hahahaha!"

As soon as the person left, Crown Prince Xiao Lie burst into laughter, looking extremely smug!

This was the first time he had ever been so humiliated by the eunuch Wang who was there to collect his homework.

cool!

But the next second, his gaze turned to Chen Changgeng, his smile vanished, and a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.

"You filthy lackey, how dare you!"

"Eavesdropping on my conversation with the teacher and then fabricating stories—where does that leave me, the Crown Prince,?!"

"Guards! Take him away and subject him to severe torture!"

"I'd like to see who has the audacity to plant a spy right next to me!"

How could the dignified Crown Prince of the Great Wu be rescued by a mere eunuch? Wouldn't people laugh their heads off if word got out?

Crown Prince Xiao Lie was clearly embarrassed, which is why he was so displeased.

They immediately found a reason to kill Chen Changgeng!

Chen Changgeng was taken aback.

Damn it, I saved your life, and instead of being grateful, you give me beautiful women and gold bricks instead.

And you even went so far as to abandon me after I've served my purpose, discarding me like a used tool! Are you even human?!

Shen Qingci knew that if she didn't step forward, Chen Changgeng would lose his life, so she immediately opened her mouth slightly.

"stop."

"Your Highness, please calm down. Xiao Gengzi was brought into the palace by me and arranged to be your tutor."

"Does the Crown Prince believe that I am also a wicked and rebellious person who intends to harm him?"

Upon hearing this, the crown prince's eyes widened, his face filled with disbelief.

What's even more unbelievable is Chen Changgeng's!

Judging from Shen Qingci's words, she was not afraid of the Crown Prince at all, which did not seem like the Crown Prince's way of showing favor to her.

It seems like this woman has someone backing her!

Sure enough, the moment Shen Qingci opened her mouth, the Crown Prince's tone immediately softened.

"My dear consort, you jest. You are my strategist; how could you possibly harm me?"

"But... what's up with this little eunuch?"

"He can even read and write... he's quite a remarkable person!"

Crown Prince Xiao Lie praised her, but those were just words to Shen Qingci. When his gaze swept over her, his eyes were still blazing with anger.

Shen Qingci seemed unsurprised and asked a question in return.

"Does Your Highness still remember the assignment you submitted last time, that paper titled 'On National Policy'?"

Before she finished speaking, Shen Qingci's gaze had already fallen on Chen Changgeng beside her.

The implication is self-evident!