Then he handed over the mansion's expense account book for this month for Jiang Shuxiu to review carefully.

Jiang Shuxiu flipped through the pages one by one, her eyes focused. After confirming everything was correct, she softly instructed, "Tomorrow, tell Mother Han to distribute this month's allotment of money in full."

Rui'er took the account book respectfully and replied, "Yes, young lady, I've made a note of it."

Jiang Shuxiu leaned lightly on the couch, gazing at the bright crescent moon in the night sky through the exquisite window lattice, with something in mind.

"As the weather is getting hotter, the mansion should prepare some mugwort to burn to repel mosquitoes. And don't forget to burn incense in each courtyard." She whispered.

Rui'er took careful notes while chatting with Jiang Shuxiu. The atmosphere between the master and servant was warm and harmonious.

The night wind gradually picked up, bringing a hint of coolness.

The little maid Lai Xi closed the window quietly. When she walked to the window opposite the main courtyard, she was stunned by the scene in front of her.

Rows of lanterns were hung high in the corridors, illuminating the entire courtyard. The maids and servants in the outer courtyard hurried towards the Prajna Hall.

Lai Xi was about to turn around and report to Jiang Shuxiu, but he caught a glimpse of Mother Han rushing towards Tingyuxuan, her face full of panic.

"Young Madam, something big seems to have happened in the mansion..." Mother Han said breathlessly, standing at the door of the inner room, and even forgot to salute.

Jiang Shuxiu was startled when she heard this and stood up from the couch. Seeing this, Ruier hurried forward to support her.

"How could this happen? Why would the Jingzhao Yin bring officers and soldiers to visit us so late at night?" Jiang Shuxiu's tone revealed a hint of uneasiness.

Mother Han hesitated for a moment, as if weighing how to start the conversation.

Rui'er saw it all and was anxious. She knew Jiang Shuxiu's temper very well, so she stepped forward and advised, "Mother Han, don't keep us in suspense. Tell the young lady quickly, so that she won't be even more anxious."

Mother Han bit her lip and finally told the truth: "Young Madam, please don't worry. I heard that they are coming for the prince..."