Rebirth: Pampered by the Lord-Chapter 1948: Not Acquainted

Upon hearing this, the Emperor nodded with satisfaction and said lazily, "Prime Minister, did you see clearly?"

The Prime Minister pretended to scrutinize the dozen or so men in black, then shook his head, "Your Majesty, I truly do not recognize them."

Before the Emperor could speak, Long Rui’s cold voice rang out, "Prime Minister, are you sure you don’t recognize them?"

The Prime Minister’s mind was racing, ensuring he hadn’t left any evidence in Long Rui’s hands, and then he firmly shook his head, "I truly do not recognize them."

Finally, he added mockingly, "Prince, where did you find these people? Were they death row inmates brought up from the dungeon? I really wonder what promises you made to them to make them willing to serve you?"

Long Rui’s sharp eyes gloomily fixed on the Prime Minister, without saying a word.

The Prime Minister thought the War Prince had nothing to say, feeling a bit smug, decided to work on turning the situation regarding The Petition of the People, and then turned to kneel on the ground, addressing the Emperor, "Your Majesty, I wish to file a complaint."

Yesterday, when Long Rui dismantled the Prime Minister’s Mansion, the entire Capital was abuzz with chatter. Everyone knew who the Prime Minister intended to accuse.

The Emperor glanced at Long Rui before looking at the Prime Minister, deliberately asking, "Who does the Prime Minister wish to accuse?"

The Prime Minister, being a sly old fox, naturally heard the Emperor’s partial tone, thus he acted with even greater vigor, speaking in a mournful tone, "I accuse the War Prince of arrogance, disrespect towards the important ministers of the Imperial court, and wanton insult. Just yesterday, not only did he bring people to dismantle the Prime Minister’s Mansion, but he also shamelessly boasted in front of the citizens of the Capital, declaring he would hang me, the Prime Minister and Father-in-law of the Emperor, at the entrance of the Prime Minister’s residence for a beating. This is a blatant provocation against the Emperor and the national law. Your Majesty, I beg you to seek justice for this old minister."

Having said this, the Prime Minister knelt on the ground, tears streaming down his face, crying uncontrollably. He pointed with a trembling hand at the men in black, and added, "These so-called witnesses, I do not know where the Prince found them. It is truly a painstaking effort, and their purpose is to slander this old minister. I earnestly ask the Emperor to uphold justice for me, as I am truly wronged!"

After speaking, he kowtowed loudly several times.

Seeing this, the civil and military officials felt some sympathy for him. The Prime Minister, at his advanced age, should be enjoying a peaceful retirement. Now, because the War Prince’s Mansion was invaded by assassins, he has become the Prince’s scapegoat.

If the Prime Minister was indeed the mastermind behind it, then he reaps what he sowed, and cannot blame the War Prince for being ruthless. If not, then it’s a great injustice.

The Prime Minister’s pitiful state made everyone somewhat doubtful, questioning whether those men in black were truly not sent by the Prime Minister to the War Prince’s Mansion.

Observing the mix of suspicion and pity for the Prime Minister in everyone’s expressions.

The Emperor and the Prime Minister were secretly pleased, as the situation seemed favorable for them. As long as the Prime Minister continued denying that the men in black were his, Long Rui could not touch him. The Petition of the People could be dealt with later, figuring out a way to pacify the people.

The Emperor was about to speak, intending to perform another double act with the Prime Minister to gain everyone’s sympathy.

At that moment, Long Rui’s figure suddenly flickered, appearing behind the Prime Minister, kicking him until he flew into the air... 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

"Whish!"

"Bang!"

The Prime Minister’s body flew several meters, landing with a heavy thud, rolling a few times on the ground before coming to a stop.

Everything happened too suddenly, leaving the Emperor and the civil and military officials stunned. By the time they reacted, the Prime Minister was lying on the ground howling...

"Oh, it hurts so much!"

The Prime Minister reached out to touch his waist, crying out in agony from the pain. Long Rui’s kick had landed squarely on his waist, making him feel as if it had broken, the pain was excruciating.