The Fourth Princess's Gossip System

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News of Emperor Dayun's death quickly spread throughout the capital, turning the mood into a somber and sorrowful one. The sound of crying and sobbing heard on the desolate streets clearly illustrated the feeling of deep loss. Even the night sky looked darker, as if the world was feeling the loss felt by the country.

Earlier, rebel activity stopped the capital in chaos. However, thanks to the intervention of the beggar party, the situation soon changed. Despite the circumstances becoming more restrained, fear and anxiety still pervaded every step of the people. It was as if the shadow of the rebel warrior threat was still floating in the air.

Although most of them did not speak, the villagers and townspeople knew for sure that the rebel soldiers, who had previously caused a lot of suffering, were under the command of the third Prince. News of their movement has been circulating and more and more are realizing that the prince is the brains behind all of those actions.

As the death knells announced greater mourning, shock and disbelief shook the hearts of citizens. They had never imagined that the reigning Emperor would come home so soon.

"It's hard to believe the Emperor is suddenly gone. There may be a conspiracy behind this."

"Maybe the Emperor is under too much pressure, but why now?"

"Rebel soldiers may have been involved in the Emperor's death."

Surprised comments echoed in the corners of the city, as increasingly loud cries rang out.

"Your highness....

"Your highness....

The atmosphere that was previously full of pressure and tension turned melancholic and miserable. Although the third prince had created a deep fear, the sense of loss over the returning Emperor overcame all negative feelings.

The capital was enveloped in an aura of silence declaring that they had lost a leader, although the Emperor's leadership did not always bring happiness.

The capital immediately changed its appearance, as night fell the entire corner of the city was filled with white as a symbol of mourning. Sadness crept in every corner, but the third Prince saw this moment as a rare opportunity.

Although his chest was covered in wounds and was in pain, the third Prince was not deterred by his spirit to welcome the Emperor's death. To him, this was not grief over the loss of a biological father, but a rare opportunity.

"It's time to move forward. Uncle prince will definitely not be busy with the cremation event of the Emperor's father. I doubt he will be so wary," thought the third Prince in his heart.

It didn't take long for the third Prince to call his supporters for an emergency meeting. Amidst their flurry of moving their families out of the capital, the main supporters remained loyal on the third Prince's side to plan their next move.

When called to gather, they all felt that this meeting must be related to the death of the Emperor. One by one, the supporters walked into the third Prince's room, waiting in anticipation as the Prince opened the conversation.

Zhang Fei who was asleep, knew this from the system. That the third Prince actually took advantage of the Emperor's death as an opportunity to reverse the situation.

"Heh, this guy never stops. Already given a chance to live, but instead trying to commit suicide," Zhang Fei muttered in a low tone, amazed at the third Prince's perseverance.

Inside his room decorated with a silk bed, the atmosphere was already so dark and silent. The bedtime should have arrived, but reports from the system suddenly woke him up, bringing news of a new plan being carried out by the third Prince.

While looking at the quiet night sky through the window, Zhang Fei thought about how he should behave in the midst of the increasingly complicated and capricious situation.

"Mama, follow their conversation in detail," Zhang Fei said to his system.

("Good, baby.")

Zhang Fei squirmed on the bed, feeling troubled from waking up from his sleep. "It's really disturbing. Though tonight I should be able to sleep well," he said half a whine.

With a light step, she stepped towards the outer clothes hanging on the makeup spot. After putting on it quickly, she tidied her hair and was ready to leave her room.

When the door was about to open, his eyes looked at the loyal guard who was still standing guard outside his room.

"Guard one, call uncle Prince's shadow guard. This princess wants to talk to him," Zhang Fei said to the loyal guard.

"Alright," replied the one guard respectfully, then swiftly left to fulfill Zhang Fei's request.

Shortly after, the Prince's uncle's shadow guard came with quick steps.He brought a small table, paper, ink stones, and a brush, complete to write down what Zhang Fei was going to deliver.

The shadow guard immediately prepared his stationery. With great concentration, he was ready to write down the message that the princess of peipei would deliver.

"This is the most decisive time for the country of Dayun.You must write it quickly and accurately.Then leave this as soon as possible with the prince's uncle" Zhang Fei said.

"good princess "

Zhang Fei immediately repeated what he heard back from the system, and everything he was talking about was instantly poured into writing by the shadow guard earlier.

***

The third prince was now in a situation full of anticipation and strategy. The death of the Emperor had been a moment he had made as a golden opportunity to seize power. With the capital and the main palace likely to suffer from weakness in guard, the third Prince planned his attack carefully.

There are several strategic points that have been determined to launch a counterattack. First, in the area around the North Gate, where the security of soldiers would be reduced.

Second, in the capital's Garden, the place that had always been the center of the third Prince's attention, where he would take the initiative.

Lastly, in the Great Hall, which was the heart of the palace, here he hoped to thwart the succession plan of the fourth prince.

The third prince was not alone in his efforts. The retinue of rebellious noble families had planned a secret escape.

They use various tricks to remain undetected by enemy spies. Some of them wore simple, inconspicuous clothes, disguised like ordinary people today. They walked along the North Market Street, a place that was often overlooked by the palace.

The other group preferred to use the underground passage that the third Prince had prepared. There are three strategic and safe passageways that they use.

First, the passageway under the capital park directly connects the capital to the outside of the city.

Second, the passage under the South Gate, towards the forest that provided natural protection. Lastly, a secret passageway under the Great Hall, which provides an escape towards the remote hills.

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These thoughts rolled in the minds of the shadow guards. How could the Princess have access to such secret and important information? Although he was an intelligent shadow guard, this seemed to pass through his reason and logic.

However, this shadow guard decided to continue with his duties. He picked up his brush and continued writing carefully. He did not want any details to be missed.

"It's done, Princess," said the shadow guard after completing his task meticulously.

"Alright, quickly pass this on to Uncle Prince right now, and make sure it's not too late," Princess Zhang Fei said as he yawned.

The shadow guard Uncle prince immediately left the room, but in his heart was still stifled with doubts that were hard to dispel. Something unnatural happened, and he felt that the Princess had more knowledge than could be logically explained.

Meanwhile Zhang Fei who was intending to sleep again, had difficulty doing that.Since his attempt to sleep back did not work, Zhang Fei finally recalled something he had forgotten. His mind came to a halt to the skinny cat he had once tested with the stamina guard pill he had just developed.

"Oh, my cat," Zhang Fei murmured inwardly.

The cat had previously been placed in a room that had a flow of time ten times faster than outside.

The stamina guard pill should be able to support the life of the creature for an entire week. However, without realizing it, time had passed for up to a month in the room, for the cat .

"Ah, Mama, why don't you remind me? I forgot," he lamented to the system.

("Darling, why didn't that ask?")

"Well, Mama. It must be that the cat is dead," Zhang Fei muttered.

He immediately rushed to his boarding house and opened the door to the room he had prepared for the cat. When stepping in, the hope is to find a cat that is now thinner or even lifeless.

However, what he found was precisely different from expectations. Cats that were once thin have now been filled and the fur looks smoother and shiny.

Seeing Zhang Fei coming, the cat let out a meowing sound and ran over, rubbing its soft fur against Zhang Fei's feet.

"Hey, you're alive, huh?" Zhang Fei laughed happily.

As it turned out, this stamina guard pill had succeeded. The cat was able to survive for a whole month without food, just by utilizing the water in his room.

With a happy smile, Zhang Fei realized how effective the pill was. This pill is able to extend a person's life for one month without the need to eat. How could he not be happy with this outcome?

With sparkling eyes, Zhang Fei sat on the edge of his bed, thinking about the incredible potential of the stamina guard pill he had just developed. His mind floated far away, considering the various possibilities of using these pills for various people.

Zhang Fei muttered filled the room, "This pill can be a savior for beggars who often travel far. They don't have to worry about running out of food on the way. And what about those who are in a state of emergency or trapped in a remote place? This pill could give them a longer time to last."

Sometimes, in the whispers of his mind, Zhang Fei even imagined the use of these pills by soldiers or divers in critical situations. Those pills can be the key to surviving longer and staying fit despite the challenging environment.

A smile rose on Zhang Fei's face as he looked around his room. His success at concocting these pills was so satisfying.

Unable to sleep any more with his heart lifted up by the joy of his discovery. Zhang Fei decided to call the Peach Girl. The girl arrived with her eyes half closed, rubbed her eyes obediently and sat down in front of Zhang Fei.

"Daughter" he said respectfully.

"Peach Girl, what about the cleaning book we wrote yesterday? Is it still there for you?" ask her to Peach Girl with sparkling eyes.

The Peach Girl nodded slowly, "Yes, Princess. There has been no order to send it to the Orchid Pavilion."

"good. In that case, send it there tomorrow morning along with this box of pills," Zhang Fei said, pointing at the large box he guarded, containing thousands of stamina guard pills.

However, the Peach Girl looked confused. "But, Princess, is this pill already tested?"

Zhang Fei smiled, "Yes, Persib Girl, this pill has been successful in trials. So, send and convey that these two things are a gift for their contribution in stopping the rebellion in the capital."

While explaining more about the pill to the Peach Girl, Zhang Fei outlined the various benefits of the pill. In addition to maintaining stamina and health in an emergency, these pills also provide additional immunity for its users, preventing diseases within the offered time span.

The Peach Girl listened to the description of this stamina guard pill with her eyes wide open. He could not avoid the admiration that appeared again, which always appeared every time Zhang Fei created something extraordinary.

A look of confidence filled her eyes, and the Peach Girl did not need to ask anything. He was completely certain of Zhang Fei's ability in creating great things.

But now, the waiting task had to be completed. The Peach Girl retreated quickly, impatiently waiting until tomorrow morning. No, he decided to ship this amazing product before sunrise.

So within an hour later, the Peach girl was already sitting in front of the third three in the orchid pavilion.

The three heads of the Orchid Pavilion were aghast upon hearing the Peach Girl explain the medicinal properties and the cleansing book. They, just like the Peach Girl, have full confidence in the Princess. However, it never crossed their minds to ask for a reward for their actions in the capital.

The first chief meticulously read the cleansing book, and his face immediately shone. He gave the compliment, "What a marvelous miracle, only an extraordinary Princess can do this..."

Meanwhile, the second chairman held the pill box trembling. As someone who had experienced acute hunger, he understood very well how terrible the feeling of hunger was. However, this pill could spare them from that pain.

"Our daughter is like a Goddess who came down from heaven, bringing help to our people. She is not an ordinary human being, but a Goddess who looks after all of us" said the third chairman with confidence.

"Imagine how many suffered from famine and drought in Dayun. This pill has the potential to change their lives..."

These three chiefs praised Zhang Fei with sincere remarks, looking at him with ever deeper respect.

She is not a human being, she is a goddess.

But a Goddess had to sit higher among the others.

Sitting on par with the other woman was an insult to the Goddess of the orchid pavilion.