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Zhang Butler spoke earnestly, "Miss, you are the most beloved child of the master and mistress. How can we feel at ease leaving you alone? Besides, what do you mean by self-inflicted suffering? This whole situation arose because Son-in-law insisted on coming back with you. You were unaware, and he secretly hid in the carriage's trunk."
"When the Chen Family blamed you, you didn't defend yourself; you silently endured it. They even injured your head, and just after being bandaged, you rushed around looking for someone with a wounded head. You have done enough for the Chen Family!"
"If you are expecting a child from the Chen Family, Miss, why not tell them about it? Perhaps they would reconsider their actions for the sake of the child and stop troubling us."
Zhang Linglong shook her head firmly. "No, we must keep it a secret. If they find out about the child's existence, they will surely take him away from me. I'm afraid that after taking him, they won't care for him and will transfer their hatred onto the child."
Zhang Butler found her reasoning sound and suggested, "Your health is paramount. Besides, there should be a time limit on finding someone; it doesn't have to be you personally searching. We can hire someone to help."
"However," he continued, "if no one from the Zhang Family is willing to come, who knows if we can even find a midwife when the child is born? Miss, we should leave Meizhou as soon as possible before the baby arrives."
Changing the subject again, Zhang Linglong asked, "By the way, who are these Demon Catchers?"
Sang Qingxiao did not intend to introduce each of them individually but simply nodded in acknowledgment.
Zhang Linglong frowned slightly. "You seem quite inexperienced. Our family has hired Demon Catchers before; they were much older than you and still struggled against those creatures without gaining any advantage. Can you handle it? The strength of those beings is likely formidable; it's still uncertain whether they are Evil Spirits or not."
"I must warn you from our Zhang Family: this job is dangerous and may cost your lives if you act recklessly without compensation. You should think carefully."
"If you're just short on funds and need a place to stay for one night, it's not too late to say so now. The Zhang Family can provide some travel expenses; while it may not be much, it should suffice for your needs—consider it a gesture of goodwill."
"Miss Zhang," one of them remarked, "you truly have a kind heart. Despite your family's great misfortune, you can still treat others sincerely; that is indeed rare."
Zhang Linglong smiled wryly. "I've gotten used to it; my father always did this. Although our family has suffered greatly this time, there are still those who remember our kindness in secret. The Government has also shown us considerable care; it shows my father's wisdom."
"Miss Zhang," another suggested gently, "let's sit down and talk; you shouldn't stand all the time."
Zhang Butler hurriedly helped his young mistress to sit down and went out to give some instructions. Soon after, he brought in a bowl of warm soup to warm her hands.
"Prepare some food for our guests as well," Zhang Linglong instructed.
"I already told them to add some noodles to the soup," he replied.
"It's too plain; we should make a few more substantial dishes," she added.
Sang Qingxiao declined politely. "We had a meal at the inn before coming here; we're not hungry. Miss Zhang, let's discuss serious matters."
Zhang Linglong confirmed once more, "Are you sure you want to take on this task?"
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