Lucky Farmer Girl: I rely on metaphysics to support my family

Chapter 833 Mind
Upon hearing the King of War's question, Tang Wan looked up at him, her gaze lingering slightly on the jade pendant at his waist, a slight smile playing on her lips—it was the talisman she had given him, which he had always worn close to his body.

Tang Wan's mood improved instantly, and she patiently replied, "Generally speaking, this parchment is harmless as long as it's not in direct contact with your body for a long time. Moreover, Your Highness has a protective amulet, so ordinary evil spirits won't affect you. However, if you are elderly or frail, the effects might be more pronounced."

The War King was relieved to hear Tang Wan say this. He touched the jade pendant at his waist and said with a smile, "Wan'er is indeed my lucky star."

Tang Wan smiled, paused, and then added, "I'll go get a suitable container and draw a few concealment talismans later. I'll have my father come and sit with Your Highness for a while."

The War King nodded slightly, having no objections. He was already very satisfied with today; he had met the person he wanted to see, and he had also learned the purpose of the parchment that no one could decipher. It was truly a double blessing.

Tang Wan got up, called Zhu Xi who was waiting outside the hall, and whispered to her to invite her father, Tang Bojun, to the main hall to keep the prince company for a while, as she had something to do and needed to go back to her room to prepare.

After instructing Zhu Xi, Tang Wan noticed that Zhan Wang was sitting alone with his gaze following her. Not wanting to leave him waiting alone, she turned around and sat back down to have a brief chat with Zhan Wang.

I didn't dare say too much, I just briefly talked about the bumper harvest of grain in northern Inner Mongolia.

After all, people could come at any time, and we couldn't chat as freely as before.

As expected, the wait was short, because Tang Bojun hadn't gone far at all.

Seeing that her daughter seemed to have something important to discuss, Tang Bojun calmly exchanged pleasantries with the War King.

Tang Wan went straight back to her courtyard, dismissed all the maids and servants, closed the door, and entered the space with a thought.

The space was filled with spiritual energy, so she went straight up to the study on the second floor.

He took out a stack of talisman paper and cinnabar, concentrated his mind, and wrote with flowing strokes.

Before long, the five concealment talismans were completed.

Then, she walked to the display cabinet on the side and took down a small magical artifact from it—a seemingly ordinary flat, round copper box.

This box, no bigger than the palm of your hand, has a smooth, unblemished surface, yet it possesses a subtle, warm, spiritual aura. It is used to isolate and purify evil spirits and suppress ominous things, and is called the "Evil-Suppressing Copper Box".

It was just the right size to hold that piece of parchment.

Tang Wan then took out a small section of soaked red rope, quickly braided it into a simple "sealing knot," and placed it at the opening of the copper box to enhance its sealing ability.

Having made all the preparations, she did not leave the space immediately.

Instead, she sat cross-legged and regulated her breathing for a while. After about half an hour, she flashed out of the space with the talisman and the bronze box.

When they returned to the main hall, Tang Bojun was chatting with Zhan Wang about the new commentary on the classics by a great Confucian scholar in the capital, and the atmosphere was quite harmonious.

Tang Wan was unaware that the War King, who was known for his combat prowess, was actually just as capable when it came to the study of scriptures.

Seeing Tang Wan return, carrying a small bronze box and a stack of talismans, Tang Bojun tactfully stood up and said with a smile, "Since Your Highness and Wan'er have important business to attend to, I will not disturb you any longer. Please have a seat, Your Highness."

After saying this, Tang Bojun bowed and left.

Once again, only the two of them remained in the hall.

Tang Wan first handed the five newly made talismans to the War King, and briefly explained, "These are five concealment talismans. I suppose Your Highness still remembers how to use them. If you need more, just contact me next time, and I'll draw them and have someone send them to you. You won't have to go through all that trouble."

The War King was somewhat annoyed by Tang Wan's words, feeling that she didn't miss him at all. He had come all this way not only to decipher the parchment, but also to see her.

She's clever; she had someone deliver the talisman directly, so I wouldn't be able to see her.

Thinking of this, he shamelessly said, "If you need me to deliver it, how about you do it yourself? I don't want anyone else to deliver it."

Tang Wan rarely heard the War King speak to her in such a tone, and felt slightly embarrassed. She scolded him playfully, "You really have a lot to do. If you don't want someone else to deliver it, then come and get it yourself!"

“That works too!” the War King replied with a smile, seemingly not finding any problem with it at all.

Tang Wan smiled and shook her head, thinking that the War King's skin had become much thicker these days.

But now is not the time to talk about this, so he picked up the copper box again, opened the lid, and found it lined with soft, dark silk.

Then, Tang Wan picked up the parchment from the table, carefully placed it into the copper box, and closed the lid.

Then, Tang Wan pushed the bronze box in front of Xuan Yuanche and said, "This item is called the 'Evil-Suppressing Bronze Box'. It can isolate and dissipate the evil energy emitted by this parchment, preventing it from leaking out and harming people. Your Highness only needs to keep it in normal condition."

The War King picked up the bronze box; it felt slightly heavy and cool to the touch. He felt that this magical artifact must be very precious. He glanced at Tang Wan and lowered his voice, saying, "Wan'er, thank you. This will definitely be very useful."

"It's nothing, don't mention it!" Tang Wan replied casually.

She genuinely didn't care; these things meant nothing to her, merely taking up some time. Once she returned to the capital, she would have more time at home and could then make some more magical artifacts.

The War King glanced at Tang Wan, feeling a little nervous, and said in a deliberately casual tone, "By the way, I'm thinking of choosing an auspicious day in a few days to come and propose marriage."

Although the War King had mentioned proposing marriage before, saying it through the bell felt different from saying it face-to-face.

Moreover, it was said at the time that the marriage proposal would be made in the northern desert.

Now that we've returned to the capital, I wonder if my father will be reinstated, and whether the Emperor will mind my status as an illegitimate daughter.

And it's unknown whether the War King will return to the northern desert in a few days.

If I've been proposed to, will I follow the War King back to the northern desert after we get married?

Seeing that Tang Wan seemed lost in thought and didn't answer him immediately, the War King felt a little uneasy and cautiously called out in a low voice, "Wan'er?"

Tang Wan snapped out of her daze, looked at the War King seriously, and asked him her question.

After listening, the War King thought about it seriously and said slowly, "Identity is not a problem. Our matter has been approved by the Emperor, and he has not objected. As for your father, I guess he will be reinstated."

After all, the six ministries are currently being temporarily managed by deputies; the emperor has never issued an edict for them to directly take over the six ministries.

Having been away for so long, it's highly likely that these deputies will develop ambitions, but whether they will cause trouble is another matter entirely; it all depends on their abilities.

The War King paused for a moment, then added, "As for whether I will return to Mobei, it's hard to say right now. If we need to return to Mobei after our wedding, I would like you to accompany me. But don't worry, we will be back in a few years."

As for why, the War King didn't say it explicitly, but Tang Wan understood in her heart.

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