The number one rebel of the Great Wu

Squeak!

The study door was suddenly pushed open, and Shen Qingci rushed out, her face deathly pale.

The moment she stepped outside, she thought she saw a figure flash by in the distance. Startled, she looked up to examine it closely, but saw nothing.

Hallucination?

Shen Qingci paused slightly, ignoring the Crown Prince's calls behind her, and then decisively left after stamping her foot in frustration.

Right now, her mind is very complicated, and she needs to calm down!

Meanwhile, on the other side of the wall, Chen Changgeng covered his mouth and pressed himself tightly against the wall. He only breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Shen Qingci's figure flash by in the distance.

Damn it, if I didn't push myself, I wouldn't have known that light-body skills were so simple!

After calming himself down a bit, Chen Changgeng quickly made his escape.

I don't really want to think about palace matters anymore, I should just go back to the janitor's quarters and stay there quietly.

He overheard such a big secret, and he's still feeling really uneasy.

"I never expected the Crown Prince to be so impotent, forcing Shen Qingci to have affairs with other men just to secure the throne."

"Tsk tsk tsk!"

Although Chen Changgeng was quite envious, he knew he absolutely could not interfere in this matter.

If things go wrong, I could lose my life!

I really crave Shen Qingci's body. There will be plenty of opportunities in the future, so this one won't make a difference!

No sooner had he returned to the chores room than Xiang'er came running over.

"Little Gengzi!"

"The Crown Princess is looking for you!"

Chen Changgeng hadn't even warmed his seat when he heard this and immediately stood up.

My heart skipped a beat, and I knew something was wrong!

Could Shen Qingci be targeting me?

After all, he had already seen her naked body at the bathhouse that day, so it was reasonable for her to think of him under these circumstances.

However, I've only had two good days, I don't want to die yet!

"Um, what brings Your Highness the Crown Princess to see me?"

Chen Changgeng immediately asked questions cautiously.

"His Highness only said he wanted to discuss something with you, but I don't know the specifics."

Seeing that Chen Changgeng's face was a little pale, Xiang'er burst out laughing.

"What are you afraid of? Does His Highness intend to eat you?"

"I bet it's because you've done a great job these past few days, you deserve a good reward!"

What a load of rubbish!

Chen Changgeng cursed inwardly.

But it was not easy to tell Xiang'er about this, so they could only wave goodbye and head towards Shen Qingci's palace together.

When they arrived at the palace, several young palace maids were already tidying up.

When Shen Qingci saw Chen Changgeng approaching, he remained expressionless and simply gave a brief explanation.

"Today I am going back to my hometown to pay respects to my ancestors. Pack your things and we will depart together in half an hour."

Chen Changgeng quickly agreed, then cupped his hands in a respectful gesture, cautiously probing the situation.

"Your Highness, will the Crown Prince accompany you?"

Shen Qingci frowned.

"What did he do?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Changgeng immediately had an idea.

"His Majesty's birthday is just around the corner."

"I think it would be better for me to stay in the Crown Prince's residence and assist the Crown Prince."

Although Chen Changgeng couldn't discern Shen Qingci's true intentions from her words, he still felt it was best to keep his distance.

"You dare disobey the imperial decree?"

Shen Qingci's expression changed instantly, and she shouted.

"You've only been in the palace a few days, and you've already sided with the Crown Prince?"

"Don't forget, I brought you into the Crown Prince's residence, and I can kick you out at any time!"

"Your master is me, not the crown prince!"

"Yes, yes."

Chen Changgeng quickly nodded and bowed, but fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

"Your Highness's return to your hometown to pay respects to your ancestors is a significant event, and you, as an imperial concubine, hold a position of great honor."

"For security reasons, shouldn't we contact the Crown Prince and request a few guards to escort him?"

"After all, I'm small and weak, and I don't know any martial arts. What if I encounter robbers on the road?"

"I can't protect you!"

Shen Qingci's face turned cold.

"When I return to my hometown, I will be protected by the Shen family. I do not need the Crown Prince's men to protect me."

"Stop asking so many questions! Hurry back and prepare, or I'll punish you!"

Helpless, Chen Changgeng could only bow and retreat, feeling a deep sense of sorrow.

Oh no, this is really the end!

It seems Shen Qingci is determined to borrow my seed!

This trip back to her hometown was a one-way street – we might go there alive, but we might not come back alive!

Or... should we just run away?

Chen Changgeng gritted his teeth. If he ran away at this critical moment, Shen Qingci would definitely not have time to catch him.

If we're going to arrest him, we'll have to wait until after the emperor's birthday!

Just ...

The thought of Xiang'er and Ziyuan still in the Crown Prince's residence made Chen Changgeng hesitate again.

"Looks like we have no choice but to take a gamble."

"I bet this woman won't kill me!"

"After all, she wouldn't want her child to be born without a father!"

Half an hour later.

The back gate of the Crown Prince's residence.

A vehicle is ready.

Chen Changgeng boarded the car carrying only a simple cloth bag.

Inside the carriage, besides Chen Changgeng, there was only Shen Qingci.

There were only a handful of palace maids and eunuchs accompanying the carriage, and Xiang'er was not among them.

Beside the carriage, there were two maids on horseback, carrying swords and guarding the carriage. These two were Shen Qingci's personal maids, Ru Shuang and Ru Yi.

"Your Highness, how can a lowly servant like me ride in the same carriage as you?"

"Should the younger one go down?"

The carriage slowly started moving.

Shen Qingci sat cross-legged inside, keeping his eyes closed and resting.

They had to go to the Shen family's residence to pick up the Shen family's guards before they could leave.

"Can you ride a horse?"

Shen Qingci asked the question calmly.

Chen Changgeng chuckled dryly, "I don't know."

"That's fine then, just sit down when I tell you to."

"The journey home is long and will take some time, so you should conserve your energy."

Save your... energy?

What kind of outrageous and inhumane words are these!

Chen Changgeng shuddered, and the hairs on the back of his head stood on end. He stammered a reply and lowered his head.

The carriage and horses bumped along the way and soon arrived at the first post station in the capital region.

Shen Qingci got out of the car, ate something, and then got back in to continue the journey.

The two remained silent in the car. Shen Qingci kept her eyes closed, seemingly lost in thought. Chen Changgeng didn't dare to ask any questions, and they remained silent until dusk.

Perhaps sensing that the time was almost up, Shen Qingci suddenly opened her eyes and lifted the curtain.

"Ru Shuang, how far is it to the next post station?"

Ru Shuang, on horseback, immediately rushed over.

"Your Highness, it's still forty li away."

"However, we just passed a post station, which is no more than seven or eight li away."

"If Your Highness wishes to rest, we can return to the previous post station."

Shen Qingci shook her head slightly.

"No need, I don't want to go back to the old ways."

"Let's walk a few more miles and find a quiet place to camp before dark."

"We're camping out tonight."

"Yes."

Ru Shuang immediately replied respectfully.

As soon as she closed the curtain, Shen Qingci turned her head and stared intently at Chen Changgeng with her beautiful eyes.

"You must be tired too."

"Here's a pot of wine; have some to relieve your fatigue."

Shen Qingci opened a small box and, as if by magic, took out a jade goblet and placed it on the small table inside the carriage.

"Your Highness, I do not enjoy drinking."

Chen Changgeng lowered his head and whispered.

Damn it, they're refusing to stay at the post station and instead want to camp in the wilderness.

You're still in the carriage and you're already pouring yourself alcohol? You've probably drugged yourself, haven't you?

Oh no, oh no, tonight...

I'm afraid I'm in grave danger!