"This... does seem to be a problem. People here go to bed early, not as late as in Kyoto, but not this early either. Did something happen during this time?"
Qin Yanchen's words also attracted the attention of Sheng Mingyu and the National Master. They both stood up and looked out the window.
The two of them often walked outside and knew what the city outside looked like. This was definitely not a normal city.
Sheng Mingyu looked serious and wanted to send his men to check the situation in the city.
He has been a general for a long time, so he will be alert as long as there is something wrong.
"How about we go get some information first? We should understand the situation in the county before going in. If there is any danger, we can avoid it."
Sheng Mingyu thought everything was the worst, but the national teacher didn't think so.
"Don't be so nervous. It's quiet, but there's no danger. After all, this place is so close to Kyoto. If there were any strange incidents, Kyoto would have noticed them long ago. It's probably because it's haunted."
He has a better understanding of people's lives and knows what events will make people panic.
In recent years, ghost stories have become deeply rooted in people's minds, and everyone believes in ghosts and gods to some extent.
"Right! Don't panic too much. It's probably haunted, just like when Kyoto was haunted a while ago. Didn't the people hide in their homes and no one was willing to go out?"
Gu Yunni agreed with the Imperial Master's idea. She had never been to the battlefield, so it was impossible for her to think the same as Sheng Mingyu.
Besides, this isn't a border area, so no one would want to attack the civilians. It's probably just because it's haunted.
"It seems that I am indeed overthinking this. But is this haunting really necessary to make them so restless? How cowardly are they all?"
Sheng Mingyu was suddenly stunned. What Gu Yunni and the National Master said made him clear-headed. It seemed that what they said was indeed correct. He had just thought too much.
Qin Yanchen nodded. "I told you that you must be overthinking it. Our Anyuan County has been quiet for so many years. Even if someone wants to take action, it is impossible to start from Anyuan County."
The National Master and Gu Yunni were not as relaxed as they thought, as they did not know who was the manipulator behind the scenes.
"Hauntings can be big or small. Although Anyuan County is close to Kyoto and there are rumors about us two, it's normal for them to be afraid without us guarding here."
"Yes, but now that we are here, this haunting problem will definitely be solved. Even if it is not solved immediately, it should be alleviated."
The Crown Prince was behind the affairs of Kyoto, but who was behind Anyuan County? The two of them were truly offending everyone.
"Let's go. The county magistrate should be waiting at the city gate now. I remember that His Majesty has already given him the approval document. He must have received it before us."
The Imperial Master sighed and had to move forward.
To protect the safety of the people, we must naturally make this matter a top priority.
Although the person behind the scenes may not be easy to deal with, you just need to get rid of the little ghost first.
What punishment the person behind this should receive is a headache for His Majesty.
Originally, the Imperial Master was full of confidence when he said this, but until they reached the city gate, they did not see any trace of the county magistrate.
Several people looked at each other in the carriage, and the imperial teacher's face turned as black as the bottom of a pot.
The county magistrate is really bold. He came here on the orders of His Majesty, but he dared not express anything at all. He really doesn't take people seriously!
Gu Yunni smiled awkwardly, but did not forget to comfort the national teacher.
"Don't be angry first. A county town is bound to have a lot of things to do. It's late now, and maybe they're eating at home. How can they be so difficult to please that they have to come and pick them up in person?"
But Sheng Mingyu just wanted to watch the fun and didn't mind the trouble. He even added fuel to the fire. "This prince doesn't think so. When this prince led the army to war in the past, there were always people to greet him wherever he went. I guess the county magistrate just doesn't take the national teacher seriously, otherwise he would have come out long ago."
Anyway, this matter has nothing to do with me. Even if it is embarrassing, it is not my face that is embarrassed.
He just wanted to see how the national teacher would deal with it.
The Imperial Master was already angry, so naturally he wouldn't give Sheng Mingyu any face. He directly retorted, "That's not just a lack of respect for me, I guess you're also responsible, right? Everyone knows that you and Yun Ni are inseparable. Now that she's here, how could you be missing?"
For those in a high position like them, the most important thing in front of others is their face.
This county magistrate is so disrespectful to the imperial master that his days will not be easy in the future.
Qin Yanchen felt sorry for Gu Yunni when they were arguing, so he had to come forward to explain.
"Stop arguing. This county magistrate has always been inactive. Even when the people ask him to uphold justice, he only cares about money. Your Majesty is only effective in Kyoto. Do you think he'll be effective in Anyuan County?"
He had long been accustomed to it, and would only find it strange if the county magistrate actually came out of the city gate to pick him up in person.
"Really? That's really interesting. It seems like this county magistrate won't be able to hold this position for much longer."
The speaker may not mean it, but the listener may take it seriously. As long as it concerns Gu Yunni, it is a top priority for Sheng Mingyu.
He was not angry at first, but after listening to the analysis of the national teacher, he felt that it made sense.
You can deny face to yourself, but you can’t deny face to Gu Yunni?
Gu Yunni has the title of the future Crown Prince's Consort, so she can use chicken feathers as a token of authority when she goes out.
Gu Yunni understood Sheng Mingyu and felt a headache for a moment. Where was the rule that everyone had to treat themselves as an important person?
Moreover, she never thought of relying on Sheng Mingyu to become famous. If she didn't want to come out to take the job, then she didn't have to. She never cared about face.
"Why are you bothering with him? What does it have to do with us? Since no one is coming to meet us, let's go into the city on our own. I don't want to make a big fuss and attract the attention of the person behind this."
The Imperial Master suppressed his temper and didn't curse, and Sheng Mingyu understood.
"Okay, Yun Ni, let's go in first. This prince has arranged for someone to find a house, and the environment must be no worse than home."
It’s really not a big deal. If you don’t want to give me face, then don’t give me face. As long as I can be with Gu Yunni, isn’t that enough?
Gu Yunni was quite frightened. She had thought that she could just come here to make do, but the environment wasn't good either.
Who would have thought that Sheng Mingyu had made so many arrangements!
"Isn't it worse than home? We're here to investigate and help people solve their problems, not to enjoy ourselves. How much money have you spent here?"
If I continue to serve you like this, I will only become more and more picky. What should I do when I go out in the future?
Do I have to keep Sheng Mingyu with me all the time?
"Of course you have to stay in a good place when you go out. Don't worry, it's not compared to the prince's mansion, but compared to your small courtyard. I asked someone to find a similar place so that you don't feel uncomfortable."
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