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There was no news at all.
Listening at the corner of the wall were Old Vine, Li Cu, and Huo, Senior, who were exchanging pleasantries about the latest happenings. These three would come every day to share amusing stories, and others were happy to listen to them. However, in their tales during these days, there was no mention of the royal family at all. If something significant had occurred, there would surely be some whispers.
The princes were secretly competing with each other, inevitably keeping watch over one another. If there were any issues, they would have surfaced long ago. But if nothing was wrong, why did they insist on her presence?
"Guo Steward, may I ask why the Second Prince has summoned me?"
"Uh, it’s actually the Consort of the Second Prince who wishes to see you. Of course, it has also received the Second Prince's approval."
"Then what does your Consort want with me? Guo Steward, just tell me directly instead of making me ask one question after another."
Guo Steward hesitated, "Well, it’s just that our Consort of the Second Prince hasn’t been feeling well..."
"If she’s unwell, she should see a physician. What do you need me for?"
"We’ve consulted physicians already, but none have been able to help. That’s why..."
Sang Qingxiao interjected, "So you’re saying you’re resorting to desperate measures?"
"Uh, no, not exactly. It’s just that the Consort of the Second Prince has some suspicions regarding her condition and would like to invite you to take a look and confirm."
"Confirm what?"
Sang Qingxiao grew impatient with his vague responses. If it was something inappropriate to discuss with outsiders, then he shouldn’t waste her time.
"The Consort of the Second Prince has been sleeping poorly lately, plagued by nightmares every night. She suspects that there are evil spirits at play and fears it might affect the royal heir."
At the mention of the royal heir, alarm bells rang in Sang Qingxiao's mind. She hadn’t heard anything about the Consort of the Second Prince being pregnant—was this a recent development or something being deliberately concealed?
In ancient history and folklore, anything related to heirs often involved various schemes and plots. Sang Qingxiao wanted nothing to do with such matters.
If they suspected evil spirits were involved, they should report it to the court; surely there were regulations in place regarding such issues. The court would definitely send a Demon Catcher from The Office of Censors to investigate.
The royal heir was a significant matter; once reported, it would be handled with utmost urgency. The Consort of the Second Prince would only need to wait a moment—perhaps before nightfall, the Demon Catcher would already arrive at their residence.
I am just a Demon Catcher from the countryside, naturally not comparable to those recognized by the Court. Guo Steward should take a left turn and go diagonally across the street; in urgent matters, perhaps he can find someone to consult before reporting it.
After saying this, Sang Qingxiao put on a gesture of sending guests off.
Guo Steward still lingered, unwilling to leave. "Miss Sang, this Young Master has just come into his own. If rumors spread about his connection with Evil Spirits, it would be detrimental to the entire Second Prince's Residence. Therefore, this matter must be handled with caution and is not suitable for reporting to the Court, where more people would learn of it."
Furthermore, you are a rare Demon Catcher. When you come to take a look, many taboos can be avoided, allowing for a clearer understanding.
Upon hearing this, Sang Qingxiao felt even less inclined. Everyone knew there were demons in her Small Tavern; if she were to receive visitors and the Consort of the Second Prince were to have any unusual occurrences, she might be slandered for harboring demons, with all the blame falling on her.
Sang Qingxiao was contemplating reasons to continue refusing when Qi Xiaomian walked in and gave her a reassuring glance.
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