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

Chapter 840 A safety net
The princess's carriage passed through several streets and alleys and stopped at the side gate of Princess Changqing's residence.

Granny Yan got out of the carriage first, and maids and servants who had been waiting there greeted her with lanterns.

As Tang Wan stepped off the carriage with Zhu Xi's help, she saw a tall figure standing next to the stone lion by the side gate.

Who else could it be but the War King?
The moment the War King saw Tang Wan, his eyes lit up slightly, but then he returned to his calm demeanor.

Granny Yan also saw the Prince of War and quickly stepped forward to bow: "This old servant greets Your Highness. Miss Tang has arrived."

The War King nodded slightly, his gaze falling on Tang Wan. Seeing her calm expression, he felt somewhat relieved.

I was afraid the person in front of me would think it was impolite to call someone so late.

The War King stepped forward, his expression cautious, and said in a low voice, "They've arrived."

Tang Wan curtsied and said, "Your Highness."

Tang Wan always paid attention to her appearance when she was out in public, especially when she wore women's clothing. This meant that she was the second young lady of the Tang family, and her every word and action would be compared to others.

"Thank you for your hard work. Please come in." The War King politely stepped aside to make way. "My royal aunt is waiting in the inner courtyard. My cousin Lan's condition is indeed as I expected."

As the War King led Tang Wan into the mansion, he spoke quickly in a voice only the two of them could hear: "The imperial physician diagnosed her with deficiency of both qi and blood, and internal disturbance from external evils. The medicine has no effect. However, about an hour after wearing the talisman, the color of the talisman paper changed from yellow to grayish-black, and the brocade pouch became cool. But Cousin Lan is becoming increasingly delirious. Oh, and it felt a little warm when she first wore the talisman."

The War King briefly explained the situation to Tang Wan.

After saying that, the War King paused slightly, turned his head to look at Tang Wan, and lowered his voice even further, saying, "This matter may be risky. Aunt loves her son dearly. If you find it troublesome, please speak frankly. There is no need to force yourself. I will take care of everything."

The War King's words were telling her that she didn't need to put on a brave face because of the princess's power, as he was there to protect her.

Tang Wan sensed the protectiveness in his words, which warmed her heart, but she didn't show it on her face. She simply said in a low voice, "Your Highness, rest assured, now that I'm here, I know what I'm doing."

The talisman's reaction was so obvious that the thing might be quite powerful. But in any case, since it could be detected by her talisman, she must have a way to deal with it. We still need to see the person first to be sure.

The War King gave her a deep look, said nothing more, and simply nodded, saying, "Alright. This way."

Led by Granny Yan, the two arrived at the courtyard where Zhao Jinglan lived.

Princess Changqing had been informed and personally greeted them at the gate of the courtyard.

However, her face was haggard and her eyes were bloodshot. When Tang Wan saw Princess Changqing, she was about to bow when Princess Changqing grabbed her hand and said urgently, "Miss Tang, you've finally come! Quickly, quickly take a look at Lan'er!"

At that moment, she didn't care about etiquette; she was just an ordinary mother worried about her son's safety.

After the talisman was removed, Lan'er's health deteriorated further, which was bound to cause concern.

Tang Wan said gently but with a firm expression, "Your Highness, please don't be in a hurry. Let me take a look at the young prince first."

Tang Wan withdrew her hand subtly, her demeanor respectful and proper.

Princess Changqing quickly led Tang Wan into the inner room.

The War King naturally followed, but he stayed at a slightly distance away, so that he could see the situation clearly without obstructing Tang Wan's view.

The room was brightly lit, yet there was an eerie atmosphere invisible to ordinary people. Zhao Jinglan lay on the brocade couch, covered with a thick brocade quilt. His face was so pale under the light that it was almost transparent, his eyes were sunken, and his lips were colorless.

He seemed to be in a semi-conscious state, his brows furrowed, and his body would occasionally twitch unconsciously.

Tang Wan's gaze first fell on his face, especially the complexion between his eyebrows and around his eyes.

A chilling aura was coiling around his heart and mind, constantly eroding his vitality and sanity.

Tang Wan walked to the bedside and said gently, "Young Prince, can you hear me?"

Zhao Jinglan's eyelids twitched, but he didn't open them, and he made a muffled gurgling sound in his throat.

Tang Wan had already made her judgment, but she still said to Princess Changqing, "Your Highness, may I have a look at the brocade pouch and talisman that the young prince wore today?"

Princess Changqing quickly handed the dark gray brocade pouch to Tang Wan.

Tang Wan took it, opened the talisman inside, and felt the Yin energy sealed within.

A moment later, she withdrew her hand, put down the talisman, and turned to Princess Changqing and the War King with a solemn expression. She said in a deep voice, "Your Highness, Your Highness, the young prince must have accidentally entered an extremely yin place and was inadvertently invaded by a wandering 'Earthbound Yin Sha'. This thing is formless and intangible, and it will drain life force, causing people to become listless and fearful, and gradually weaken."

However, this thing cannot be corrupted by just anyone. It is feared that this young prince's yang energy is somewhat weak or that he is somewhat restless, so that this thing may seize the opportunity to corrupt him.

Tang Wan pointed to the gray talisman and explained, "This talisman changed color and turned cold precisely because it sensed the Yin energy. Now this Yin energy has become entangled with part of the young prince's soul, and we need to find a way to expel it as soon as possible, otherwise it may damage his very foundation."

Moreover, if this is delayed any longer, there is a risk to his life.

Princess Changqing turned pale upon hearing Tang Wan's words. She gripped the hand of the maid beside her tightly and hurriedly asked Tang Wan, "What should we do? Miss Tang, can you save Lan'er?"

Tang Wan nodded slightly and said confidently, "Princess, rest assured."

Upon hearing this, the War King stepped forward, looked at Tang Wan, and slowly asked, "What do we need to prepare?"

Tang Wan thought for a moment and said, "I need to set up an altar and perform a ritual. I need to prepare an offering table, a rooster that is more than three years old, and a bowl of water without roots. You don't need to prepare anything else. I have all of that here."

The other items were a peach wood sword, yellow paper, a brush, and cinnabar, all ritual implements.

Tang Wan paused for a moment, then added, "In addition, two guards with strong yang energy and courage are needed to protect the door in case of any emergency. Of course, if Your Highness is willing, it would be best if you could be the protector. During the spell, no one else is allowed in the room except for me and the young prince."

The War King slowly spoke, "In that case, I will personally guard the gate."

Looking at the person in front of him, the War King thought to himself that he might as well keep her company. Even though they were outside the door, at least they were there, weren't they?

Tang Wan nodded slightly to him without saying much. After all, this was the princess's residence, and she shouldn't interact with him too much.

Especially since the princess in front of them was invited by the War King to handle the wedding arrangements.

Tang Wan then looked at Princess Changqing, who looked somewhat frightened, and gently reassured her, "Your Highness, there is no need to worry too much. Although this method is somewhat frightening, the chances of success are quite high. The young prince is still young and his foundation is intact. After exorcising the evil spirits, he will recover in no time if he takes good care of himself. For now, let someone make preparations first. I will draw a few talismans later and then perform the ritual tonight."

Upon hearing Tang Wan's words, Princess Changqing nodded repeatedly. At this moment, she had no choice but to trust Tang Wan, so she immediately ordered people to prepare what Tang Wan needed.

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