Time Travel: Pampered by the Aloof Prince
Chapter 136: It’s Time to Make a Move on Li Ming’an

Chapter 136: Chapter 136: It’s Time to Make a Move on Li Ming’an

Qi Yu was taken aback when he heard what he said and took a good while to realize what he meant. He asked, "You’re not going to be an official anymore?"

A glint of dark light flashed in Song Ling’s eyes, and then he shook his head firmly, "Not anymore."

He had tasted both the bitterness and joy of being an official. By now, if he still didn’t realize that he was not suited for officialdom, his whole experience would have been in vain.

Moreover, he truly did not want to live that kind of life where he had to be constantly on edge every day, just thinking about it was exhausting.

"Have you really thought it through?" Qi Yu felt it was a pity and asked again.

She thought Song Ling was definitely a clean and honest official. It’s just that his disposition was too gentle, which made him easy to frame.

However, if he couldn’t make it in the capital city, he could go to a place where the mountains are high, and the Emperor is far away and be a parental official there.

That would be a good path as well.

But Song Ling rejected the idea without even considering it, "Princess, please don’t torment me. I’m not worthy of the title ’good official.’ I’m a man who bears crimes. Even if I cleared my name one day, how could I have the face to be an official in court again? Besides, the Emperor would never allow such a thing to happen."

Qi Yu nodded, that was indeed the case.

Li Tianze was a man greedy for profits, it would be as difficult as reaching for the heavens for him to lower his head and admit wrongs to clear Song Ling’s name.

If Song Ling were really to return to court as an official, Li Tianze would not know how to contain his displeasure.

Now, with the situation being so tense, Song Ling was indeed not suitable to wade into these troubled waters.

Of course, all this in her opinion was not a problem. What was really important was Song Ling’s own thoughts.

If he had truly set aside the idea of being an official and wanted to learn some medical skills to save lives, that wouldn’t be bad either.

Qi Yu knew he was a person with delicate thoughts, it would not be difficult for him to learn some medical skills and she no longer tried to persuade him, saying, "Since you’ve already made up your mind, I won’t try to convince you otherwise."

Song Ling thought she would be disappointed in him, but to his surprise, Qi Yu readily accepted his decision.

He felt grateful in his heart, and his face also showed a rare smile as he bowed and said, "In the future, I will still need the Princess’s guidance."

Qi Yu waved her hand, "You’ll have to put in the effort yourself, I can only help you with one or two corrections from the side."

Song Ling nodded, "Of course."

Liao Fan, who had been listening on the side, saw that their conversation was winding down and interjected, "We have been under the Princess’s care during this time. Tomorrow my junior brother and I will return to Yunhe Temple."

Qi Yu saw that little monk Kong Ran’s pout was nearly reaching the sky and smilingly urged them to stay, "Great Master, please stay a bit longer. Next month, the Prince and I will be going down to Jiangnan. We can leave the city together then."

After saying this, she couldn’t help but poke the little monk’s cheek, and seeing her gesture, Liao Fan had no choice but to agree.

Kong Ran was still a child and had been cooped up in the temple for a long time. He must have been stifled.

Staying for another ten days or so wouldn’t hurt.

After dinner, Qi Yu took Song Ling to the study and found several medical books for him.

Shen Xiheng, who followed closely behind, was somewhat shocked, "Brother Song, are you really giving up politics to practice medicine?"

Song Ling, holding those books, replied gently, "Yes."

Seeing Shen Xiheng’s disapproving face, he added, "During these days, I stayed in the Prince Residence and went daily with the Princess to Yongchun Hall. Having seen so many life-and-death partings, I think being a compassionate and skillful doctor like the Princess is quite good."

Qi Yu was flattering to hear and could hardly hide the smile on her face, which led to a bout of teasing from Shen Xiheng.

After the two had argued for a while, Li Mingjue arrived at the doorway just in time to hear the noise, and he swept a dispassionate glance at Shen Xiheng.

Instantly, Shen Xiheng fell silent, internally grumbling, what had he done to warrant such protection?

Qi Yu picked out the book and patted the dust off her hands, "Mission accomplished."

Shen Xiheng continued to choke her with words, "This is just the beginning, how can you say mission accomplished!"

Qi Yu didn’t stoop to his level but turned her head towards Li Mingjue and seriously complained, "He’s bullying me!"

"Hmm, let’s have Shiqi take him out and hit him with thirty big planks," Li Mingjue followed up on her words.

Shen Xiheng quickly raised his hand in surrender; he must be bored out of his mind to come argue with this couple.

However, seeing his good friend from the past walking a different path, he couldn’t help but feel a little bit sentimental.

Qi Yu, annoyed by his melodramatic demeanor, changed the subject and said to Li Mingjue, "Now, shouldn’t we make our move on Li Ming’an?"

Li Mingjue nodded slightly, "The time has come."

Shen Xiheng looked confused, "Make a move? When?"

Qi Yu thought he must have been stupefied by his own overwhelming emotions. She picked up a fan from the table and tapped it on his head, which made Shen Xiheng stare at her with a wronged expression.

Song Ling, seeing that they were about to start arguing again, quickly interjected, "The princess means it’s time to settle the account with Heifeng Village."

When it came to serious matters, Shen Xiheng straightened up slightly. He tidied his appearance and spoke in a calm tone, "It’s time to settle it, otherwise, Brother Song won’t be able to show his true face in the future."

Seeing that he had returned to normal, Qi Yu put the fan down.

This time, she didn’t join in their discussion but sat on the side, quietly listening while holding a cup of tea.

Shen Xiheng’s idea was simple; he wanted to give Li Ming’an a taste of his own medicine by framing him.

"Why don’t we move those silver taels to his place, and when the time comes, let that old fox Qiu Lian investigate. Qiu Lian has been tortured enough recently and wants to close the case as soon as possible. If he finds the evidence, he definitely won’t let it go easily."

However, Qi Yu didn’t quite agree with his rotten idea, and apparently, the other two felt the same.

Song Ling shook his head, "This move is too risky. First of all, let’s not talk about how to transport the items to Prince An Residence. Just recently, Lord Qiu led an inspection of Prince An Residence, finding only a secret letter. Suddenly, several boxes of gold are mysteriously present, which would raise suspicions in anyone."

When Shen Xiheng heard this, he realized it made sense.

The Emperor is suspicious by nature; such an obvious framing tactic would not escape his notice.

In the end, it could backfire, causing the Emperor to mistakenly think someone is framing Prince An in secret, and then all their efforts would come to naught.

He sighed, suddenly feeling that perhaps it was time for a change of career for him.

Maybe he should learn medicine like Song Ling?

Shen Xiheng thought about this prospect and got goosebumps all over.

A refined gentleman like himself, how could he sit in a medical hall every day treating people?

He’d rather go enjoy some music, which would be more delightful.

The others didn’t know what he was thinking, seeing his thoughtful look one moment and a frown of deep trouble the next.

Li Mingjue didn’t bother with him; he already had some thoughts in mind, but still wanted to hear Qi Yu’s opinion.

He turned his head and stared at her with a deep gaze.

Qi Yu quietly set her tea cup down.

After looking at Shen Xiheng as if he were a fool for a few more moments, she cleared her throat and began, "Actually, I have an idea."