Let Me Go, I’m Not Pregnant - Chapter 51

For five consecutive days, Liu Kuang was dragged out of bed at dawn by Zhao Liantou for martial arts training, and after dark, Zhao Liantou watched him read books.

 

Every time Liu Kuang felt like giving up, he would hear Zhao Liantou say earnestly, “Young Master Luo likes people who work hard.”

 

Liu Kuang: “…”

 

Liu Kuang glanced out the window at Luo Shen’s door and thought that since Luo Shen was already the Emperor, he couldn’t be any more outstanding.

 

But… whether it was the effect of the medicine, the impact of Luo Shen’s actions, or his own feelings, for the first time in his life, he wanted to be closer to someone.

 

Even though he knew it was impossible.

 

Liu Kuang pursed his lips, feeling heartbroken over his unending love, but unable to explain it, so he continued to bury himself in reading.

 

Seeing this, Zhao Liantou’s heart was twisted with pain.

 

The flirtatious young master of the Liu family had grown up! He indeed liked the mysterious Young Master Luo!

 

So, Zhao Liantou turned around and sent a letter to Prime Minister Liu.

 

Prime Minister Liu was stunned to hear that his unruly son was actually putting in effort for someone. He wanted to fly over immediately to see for himself.

 

But considering that the situation with Luo Shen was not yet resolved and that the former Prime Minister’s people were still secretly watching, if he went over hastily, it would be mistaken for Luo Shen himself.

 

Prime Minister Liu had to restrain his curiosity and sent more money to Liu Kuang, asking Zhao Liantou to make some good food for him and also send a tutor.

 

Seeing Liu Kuang’s sudden diligence, Luo Shen had no idea it was due to his own words. Initially, he thought Liu Kuang was putting on an act because of his status.

 

But as Liu Kuang continued to work hard and pay more attention to his behavior, Luo Shen felt some relief.

 

Even if it was fake, putting on a good performance had its benefits.

 

In the past few days, with Liu the Prime Minister increasing the manpower, the remaining loyalists had not shown up for a while, making everyone in the residence a bit bored.

 

Luo Shen had also gone out with the former general a few times. Although there was an unreliable county magistrate in Luo Town, the management was still decent. Major incidents were related to Liu Kuang, and since Liu Kuang had behaved, things had calmed down.

 

Just as he was contemplating whether to head to the next location, the gate of Liu’s residence was knocked on the following day.

 

Hearing the news, Zhao Liantou was watching Liu Kuang write an essay. Although the essay was mediocre, the handwriting was beautiful. Zhao Liantou was considering whether to show it to Luo Shen when he heard that the Prime Minister had sent a few more people over.

 

Zhao Liantou frowned. This was already the third batch. The residence was almost overcrowded. Even if Prime Minister Liu loved his son, he couldn’t have not considered the possibility of someone taking advantage of the situation.

 

He frowned and stopped Liu Kuang, who was trying to go out: “Young Master, finish this essay before you go out. I’ll handle this.”

 

Zhao Liantou said this and went out.

 

Liu Kuang had no choice but to sit obediently.

 

Zhao Liantou reached the door and, just as the former general came out too, they exchanged a glance. Zhao Liantou pulled open the door.

 

Outside stood the county magistrate and a group of officials.

 

Zhao Liantou was stunned: “County Magistrate Chen, why are you here so early?”

 

County Magistrate Chen glanced at him: “I’m here on orders to arrest Liu Kuang! Where is Liu Kuang?”

 

Zhao Liantou’s face tightened: “County Magistrate Chen, what do you mean?”

 

“Didn’t you hear clearly?” County Magistrate Chen, usually so respectful, now had a cold expression, “This is a major matter.”

 

Zhao Liantou stared in shock. With Prime Minister Liu present, even this obsequious county magistrate dared to arrest someone?

 

He suppressed his anger: “Then tell me, what crime has our young master committed?”

 

“I’m asking you,” County Magistrate Chen said, “Three days ago, did Liu Kuang pass by West Horse Alley?”

 

“Yes, he did. What about it?” That day, Zhao Liantou had taken Liu Kuang to practice martial arts, and West Horse Alley was the only way back. They passed through it daily.

 

“Did he not speak arrogantly to a man in West Horse Alley that day?”

 

Zhao Liantou was startled: “No way? County Magistrate Chen, that man bumped into our young master. Our young master just cursed at him. Is that now a crime?”

 

County Magistrate Chen nodded: “Yes, that’s you. No mistake!” He raised his hand, and dozens of officials rushed into the room.

 

Along with County Magistrate Chen’s words: “That man is the Prince Ping, who was just recognized by the Emperor two months ago!”

 

Nearby, the former general was stunned.

 

Luo Shen found the commotion outside odd.

 

If there was an attack, it would not be so calm, but if nothing was wrong, the noise outside was too much.

 

Just as he was about to go out, the former general came back with a cold face and said, “The Prince Ping actually came here.”

 

Luo Shen’s eyes narrowed. He calculated that Chang Qing had indeed been released from prison a few days ago.

 

Luo Shen had not removed his status because there were still some feelings from their past, and he had sent people to monitor him until he reached Luo West. How could he appear here?

 

A pulse of anxiety throbbed at his temple. If Chang Qing was refusing to go to Luo West, what was he planning?

 

The former general continued: “It seems that three days ago, he had a quarrel with Liu Kuang, and now the county magistrate has come to arrest him.”

 

Luo Shen: “…”

 

He was unsure whether Chang Qing was genuinely this foolish to reveal his whereabouts or if it was intentional, guessing that he was in Luo Town.

 

Luo Shen wasn’t sure about Chang Qing’s intentions, but the situation in front of him seemed like a trap.

 

He gave the former general a glance.

 

The former general understood: “Zhao Liantou should have informed Prime Minister Liu. With Prime Minister Liu present, Liu Kuang shouldn’t be arrested.”

 

They still needed Liu Kuang, so they couldn’t let him be imprisoned just like that.

 

However, continuing to involve Chang Qing in Luo Town would increase the risk of exposure and mistakes.

 

“What about sending someone to arrest Chang Qing?”

 

After all, the orders were to go to Luo West, but he was in Luo Town without any guards, which was very suspicious and could be reported to the authorities.

 

But Luo Shen might have some leniency, and since there was a recent banquet hosted by Chang Qing, he didn’t want to embarrass the former Emperor, so he hadn’t reported it.

 

This allowed Chang Qing to exploit the loophole.

 

“The best solution now is to have Liu Kuang obtain Prince Ping’s forgiveness and withdraw the lawsuit,” the former general said, frowning, “Prime Minister Liu probably didn’t expect Chang Qing to target Liu Kuang. He’s likely even more anxious than we are.”

 

Luo Shen’s brows remained furrowed: “But the more incidents Liu Kuang is involved in, the more people will know about him.”

 

The more this happens, the more it’s detrimental to them.

 

If Prime Minister Liu wanted to recall Liu Kuang because of this, they would have to find another way.

 

Although they had already made preparations for this situation.

 

The former general didn’t understand: “But… isn’t the premise of Prince Ping’s actions that he knows where you are? If he doesn’t know where you are, is his action just to annoy Prime Minister Liu?”

 

After all, Prime Minister Liu had once supported him. Even in the current situation, it was unnecessary to turn against Prime Minister Liu.

 

Luo Shen couldn’t understand. He looked at the shadows outside and frowned.

 

Madam Gu suggested, “Let’s not worry about this for now. Since Prince Ping is already in Luo Town, if we are implicated and taken away today, Prince Ping will point us out. Why don’t we leave first and then consider the other matters?”

 

Chang Xin nodded: “Alright, I’ll take care of him.”

 

Such trouble. If not, just kill him.

 

Everyone’s gaze fell on Luo Shen.

 

Luo Shen had a vague feeling that perhaps Chang Qing didn’t want to meet him directly but was instead forcing him to leave Liu’s residence?

 

However, since there was another house available and he was already tired of staying here, he didn’t refuse. The former general picked him up and swiftly jumped over the back wall.

 

Madam Gu and Chang Xin followed closely behind.

 

Not long after they left the house, Chang Qing arrived at Liu’s residence.

 

County Magistrate Chen hurriedly bowed to him: “Your Highness, greetings.”

 

“Forget it.” Chang Qing, with a cold expression, walked through the gate and saw Liu Kuang coming out of the house. Zhao Liantou, guarding him, darkly shouted at him.

 

“Prince Ping, what do you mean by this?”

 

Chang Qing glanced at Liu Kuang and snorted coldly. After the banquet, Prime Minister Liu had explicitly said he would always support him, help him rise to power, and even wanted to marry his daughter to him.

 

And then?

 

In just one night, seeing his power wane, Prime Minister Liu had promptly married his daughter to Luo Shen’s bed.

 

Luo Shen… that monster.

 

He snorted through his nostrils, glancing at Liu Kuang, then turned his face away in disgust.

 

Just as useless as Prime Minister Liu!

 

Chang Qing clenched his fist in anger and retracted his gaze. He then looked at the people present: “Are these all?”

 

Zhao Liantou raised his eyes to look, his brows immediately furrowing. Before he could speak, Liu Kuang said, “Indeed, these are the only people in my residence.”

 

Hearing this, Zhao Liantou was seething with anger but remained silent.

 

Chang Qing clicked his tongue: “I heard you’re being hunted by the former Prime Minister’s old supporters?”

 

He had been in contact with the former Prime Minister’s old supporters, which was why he came to Luo Town. He had heard that the three men sent out were looking for Luo Shen, but upon arriving in Luo Town, they ended up targeting Liu Kuang instead.

 

Those men felt something was wrong and suspected that Luo Shen was also in Luo Town, so they sent him to investigate.

 

He looked at Liu Kuang, trying to read something from his face. But Liu Kuang, having committed many crimes, was naturally adept at hiding his emotions.

 

Not finding anything, Chang Qing raised his hand and called County Magistrate Chen forward. After whispering to him, he furrowed his brow and ordered, “Take Liu Kuang away first!”

 

Zhao Liantou stepped forward to say something, but then felt his arm pulled. He turned to see Liu Kuang shaking his head and mouthing, “No need.”

 

He had no choice but to step back.

 

Several officials came forward and restrained Liu Kuang.

 

Chang Qing’s gaze swept over, sensing Zhao Liantou’s hostility, and smiled faintly, instructing County Magistrate Chen to arrest Zhao Liantou as well.

 

Both were taken back to the government office. County Magistrate Chen, secretly wiping sweat from his forehead, was about to suggest leaving when he heard a report: “I’ve searched the entire house and found a few additional rooms, as if someone had stayed here!”

 

Chang Qing immediately went over, searched a few rooms, and eventually found a piece of plain white clothing left behind in one room.

 

He picked it up, smelled it at his nose, and a hint of madness flashed in his eyes. His lips curved into an excited smile.

 

“I’ve caught you.”