The child's surname was Liu, and he was from the same clan as Liu Jing'an, Jiang Shumiao's classmate. His name was Liu Xian'an.
The Liu family was a prominent family in Hedong, so they naturally knew Jiang Shumiao and Wen Zhixuan. They were quite surprised to see the two of them bring a group of cultivators, but they still politely welcomed them into the mansion.
"I was unaware of the Princess's arrival. I apologize for not being able to greet you properly."
Liu Xian'an's father, Liu Chengshang, was a prefectural governor and Liu Jing'an's cousin. These prominent families were well-connected and had excellent information networks.
Not long ago, the incident involving the magistrate of Xixian County caused a great uproar, and the Zheng family was completely eradicated.
Liu Chengshang had heard about it.
When this princess, known as a goddess, suddenly visited, Liu Chengshang felt a little uneasy.
"May I ask what brings the princess to my door?"
Jiang Shumiao was very straightforward: "Your son has been possessed by a demon, I'll catch the demon."
Liu Chengshang, who had assumed she was there to cause trouble, nearly choked on his tea. His face turned bright red, and he asked incredulously, "A demon?"
"yes."
Jiang Shumiao's expression was unusually serious. "Haven't you noticed anything unusual about your son lately?"
Liu Chengshang: "..."
No, there really isn't.
But since Jiang Shumiao had said so, he dared not disbelieve her and quickly summoned his wife. When Madam Liu first heard that her son had been possessed by a demon, she was so frightened that her face turned pale, and she trembled so much that she could not even speak.
Liu Chengshang was also very anxious and urged, "I'm usually busy with official duties, and Xian'an spends more time with you. You should think quickly, has our son done anything unusual? How long has it been?"
Madam Liu looked at her husband blankly, then suddenly realized what was happening and knelt down before Jiang Shumiao.
"Princess, please save my son, he's only five years old..."
Jiang Shumiao interrupted her, "Tell me first, has he shown any abnormalities? I need to know when he was possessed, it's very important."
If Liu Xian'an's soul truly becomes demonized, then things will be troublesome.
Madam Liu was helped up by her maid, wiped away her tears, and began to recall, "My son used to be quite lively, but since he started school, he has become quiet and reserved. He spends most of his time in his room studying. I just thought he had become sensible and felt gratified."
As Madam Liu spoke, she grew increasingly anxious. "He used to love sweets, but now he rarely touches them. Oh, and his wet nurse... yes. His wet nurse was found to be dishonest, and I kicked her out of the manor."
Details that I never paid attention to in the past now seem alarming when I think back on them.
Children's emotions are like the weather in June, changing in an instant.
Children from large families are nurtured from a young age, so it's normal for them to be more mature after starting school. As for preferences, people are prone to getting bored easily. This is especially true for children; a toy they like today might be discarded tomorrow.
As for the wet nurse, her background within three generations before entering the household was thoroughly investigated. She had taken good care of her son for several years. How could she suddenly make a stupid mistake?
Madam Liu recalled that she was so enraged at the time that she was prepared to beat the man to death. However, her son stopped her, saying that Heaven cherishes life, and everyone makes mistakes. It's enough to correct them. Don't let a trivial matter lead to death and create more karma.
That last sentence didn't sound like something a five-year-old child would say.
At the time, she thought her son was sensible and was very happy.
Looking back now—
Madam Liu felt a sudden darkness before her eyes. "My son is innocent and naive; he could never have such a nature. It's a demon! A demon has taken his body!"
Ryu Seung-sang was also filled with fear.
"With so many details, how could you not have any doubts? What kind of mother are you?"
Jiang Shumiao's face darkened immediately upon hearing this. "Then how can you be a father? Your own son's words and actions are so different from before, and you didn't notice at all. What right do you have to blame others?"
Ryu Seung-sang didn't dare to talk back even after being scolded.
Firstly, the other party was of noble status, and secondly, he was counting on the other party to save his son, so he looked embarrassed.
“Your Highness is right to reprimand me; it was my oversight. I beg Your Highness to lend a helping hand and save my son’s life.”
Madam Liu also looked at Jiang Shumiao with great anticipation.
Jiang Shumiao said, "So, he was possessed after he enrolled in school, and it's been half a year."
Madam Liu nodded.
"yes."
Seeing her expression, Liu Chengshang's heart skipped a beat. "Is this inappropriate?"
Zhang Daowei, Ling Quchen, and the others all had strange expressions.
In half a year, it may have already turned into a demon.
"It's nothing serious."
Jiang Shumiao said, "Let's wait until he comes back. There are too many people in the academy, and we don't want to cause panic."
Madam Liu, clutching her handkerchief, asked, "Then...then should I send someone to fetch him back?"
"Need not."
Jiang Shumiao shook her head. "That demon is very clever, otherwise it wouldn't have used such methods to drive away its loved ones. Letting him come back for no reason might make it wary. If you anger it, your son will be dead."
Upon hearing this, Madam Liu's face paled again.
Liu Xian'an's soul is still in the hands of that dragon demon. Jiang Shumiao must both eliminate the demon and save the people.
Who usually picks him up and drops him off?
Madam Liu hurriedly said, "The academy is run by my family. It's less than five miles away, and I have guards with me. He won't let me pick him up or drop him off."
Jiang Shumiao nodded, "I'll go there myself."
After school, Liu Xian'an was about to go home when he suddenly saw a sugar figurine stall across the street. He remembered that his mother had asked him not long ago why he didn't like sweets anymore, so on a whim, he went and bought a dragon.
Transforming into a dragon was his lifelong wish.
Unfortunately, there may be no hope for the rest of my life.
His heart ached, and he took a bite, crushing the dragon head in his teeth before chewing and swallowing it.
The sweet taste spread throughout my mouth.
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