Reborn as the Crippled King's Beloved-Chapter 167 - The Commoner Can’t Hold on Anymore

Chapter 167: Chapter 167 The Commoner Can’t Hold on Anymore

“Let me go! I don’t want to go with Niu Tianbao! Let me go! Someone help! Someone is abducting a girl!”

Wang Baozhu was being carried by Niu Tianbao’s parents, struggling fiercely, shouting loudly with a look of genuine terror on her face.

She was terrified by the torment Niu Tianbao had put her through last night, and the thought of being taken away by his family to suffer through more of the same was utterly horrifying to her.

The small courtyard that could be crossed in just a few steps, the dirty and stinky latrine, the filthy bed, and Niu Tianbao’s crude assault—all these terrified Wang Baozhu to the core.

This morning, when she had left that yard, she never thought she would have to return.

She couldn’t go with them; only inhumane torment awaited her.

How could she, a delicate and pampered young lady, be forced to sleep with scum like Niu Tianbao?!

At this moment, a government official came over to ask about the situation.

Outside, countless eyes watched curiously, and some recognized Niu Tianbao as a well-known gambler, notorious for always losing and being heavily addicted.

“Lord! This family wants to abduct a girl; I have nothing to do with them; they can’t take me away. Also, I want the gold that Na Kesi gave me returned to me!”

Xu Darong stepped forward, having taken off his official hat, looking much more approachable.

Wang Baozhu immediately grasped the corner of his robe, as if clinging to a lifesaver: “Lord! Save me, Lord!”

Niu Tianbao, seeing the official return, grew afraid. He was the typical bully who feared the strong. He hadn’t dared to show himself before, worried that Wang Baozhu would accuse him of assault. Fortunately for him, Wang Baozhu, too embarrassed, had never dared to speak out.

Once the case was closed and no one paid any attention to Wang Baozhu, it indicated that the General’s Mansion truly didn’t care about her. Niu Tianbao was then relieved.

However, after seeing the Western Region Prince drop the gold ingots, he was so dazzled by the tempting gold that he impulsively rushed forward, scooped up the gold ingots, and tried to take Wang Baozhu away.

But he was still frightened of officials and afraid of being held accountable; he didn’t want to end up like his grandmother Nanny Fan, thrown into prison, so he instinctively drew back.

Unexpectedly, Lord Xu said:

“Wang Baozhu, I’ve just heard this man say his grandmother specifically instructed them to take good care of you. How can you say they’re abducting a girl? They’re just showing kindness. Besides, you’ve been flogged and can’t walk; you need a court physician. With their care, you should be grateful, not make false accusations.”

Niu Tianbao was the kind of person with thick skin who seized every opportunity. Hearing the Official Master siding with him, he straightened his back and felt emboldened.

“Lord of Heaven, you’re absolutely right. We mean only good! I—this commoner’s grandmother is Nanny Fan, who took care of her for over a decade. It was out of concern that she instructed us to take good care of her! She has no family; we feel sorry for her! Though she caused my grandmother to be imprisoned, we shouldn’t hold a grudge. We’re all honest commoners!”

Xu Darong nodded in approval: “Well said, it’s admirable. Wang Baozhu is reaping what she sowed, but with your help, she’s lucky to have found good people. Take her with you.”

“No!!”

Wang Baozhu’s voice was shrill as she screamed, “He’s lying! His whole family is bad. Lord, please save me! Last night, last night he drugged and assaulted me. They are utterly vile!”

Her words stunned the onlookers.

So the marks on her body were caused by Niu Tianbao!

Tsk, tsk, tsk, Niu Tianbao wasn’t tall, was ugly and sleazy, with yellow teeth that you could tell just reeked. Whereas Wang Baozhu, though haggard, was still a beauty. Just thinking that she had been with Niu Tianbao made everyone feel as if she herself had been tainted.

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Some women showed a Schadenfreude expression, cursing her and saying she got what she deserved for seducing the Western Region Prince first!

In earlier years, the Western Regions invaded the Central Plains, leading to the deaths of countless soldiers, and many civilians have a poor impression of the People of the Western Region.

As for Wang Baozhu, shamelessly trying to marry a Western Region Prince was seen as a disgraceful act in their eyes.

Niu Tianbao hurriedly explained, “Lord, do not listen to her nonsense; not a word she says is true! Last night, she clearly had nowhere to go, implored this commoner to take her in, and then she made advances on this commoner herself, asking this commoner to buy her food and clothes. This commoner just couldn’t control himself, she is really too skilled!”

Skilled at what? The men present all had their imaginations running wild, thinking of only one thing.

It seemed the Western Region Prince wasn’t wrong, Wang Baozhu is indeed a promiscuous woman!

The looks everyone gave her were filled with contempt.

A daughter of a wealthy family, yet she has even less self-respect than the women in the brothels!

She truly deserves it!

Xu Darong also showed a look of disgust, “This is your personal affair, there’s no need to bring it up here.”

Having said that, he turned around and left the courtroom.

The government officials drove everyone out and slammed the large door shut.

Xu Darong’s expression changed completely from before, beaming with a smile as he walked toward the compartment in the back.

“Prince, Princess Consort, everything has been taken care of.”

Jun Yuyan nodded in satisfaction, “Lord Xu has judged the case very fairly.”

Murong Jiu smiled, stood up, and thanked Xu Darong.

Xu Darong was originally one of the Second Prince’s people. The reason for his defection to their side yesterday was because, half a month ago, Murong Jiu saved his young son with the Heimlich maneuver, otherwise, the child would have choked to death on a chicken bone in the restaurant.

Although Xu Darong had many children, this youngest son was the legitimate son, and he resembled him greatly and was dearly loved. Xu was also present at the time and witnessed his son’s face turning purple from asphyxiation.

If Prince Ling and Princess Consort Ling had not happened to pass by, his little son would surely have died right there and then.

The incident had been extremely perilous, and to this day, the memory still sent shivers down Xu Darong’s spine.

Later, he, along with his wife and son, paid a visit to express their gratitude. Princess Consort Ling also noticed his wife had health issues and prescribed her a medicine. To their surprise, after taking it for half a month, her complexion had become much rosier, and her minor ailments were resolved.

Xu Darong felt even more grateful, having numerous concubines notwithstanding, this wife had been with him since his humble beginnings, having also endured many hardships in the early years. Seeing her health improve, as if she had rejuvenated by several years, how could he not feel grateful to Princess Consort Ling?

“Why such formality with me, Lord? My humble wife and son have benefitted from the Princess Consort’s kindness. I am the one who should be most grateful. Today’s matter was but a small effort on my part and, moreover, it’s within my duties.”

Although it was within his duties, he had previously been a man of the Second Prince, and if it weren’t for Murong Jiu’s favor, today perhaps Wang Baozhu would’ve been given to Kesi.

“By the way, Princess Consort, after taking the medicine you prescribed, my wife’s qi and blood have improved, and she even seems younger. Many official’s wives from the inner court have asked her the reason, and my humble wife dared not speak carelessly. I was thinking of asking for your advice on whether she should tell the truth. I’m concerned that these ladies might trouble you, Princess Consort.”

Jun Yuyan frowned, as he naturally did not want Ah Jiu to be too overworked.

However, Murong Jiu saw this as an opportunity.