The Fourth Princess's Gossip System

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The Beggar Party, which originally consisted of only about 3000 people from the capital, has been an open secret since its establishment. However, this story is a kind of dream for many people who are struggling with various disasters.

An example is the province of X, which was ravaged by drought and long winters, with no satisfactory result from the efforts of the princes sent there for almost a year. Failing crops, border wars and other economic hardships left many people marginalized and beggars.

In Dayun, being a merchant is a degrading act, even farmers are more respected than traders. This tradition is also reinforced by tax policies that burden traders.

However, living in the streets changed the views of many people. The economic support they would receive made many people interested in becoming members of the Beggar Party. The connections and networks of beggar parties were growing by leaps and bounds, they could also become warriors if they wanted to.

In a short period of time, the number of members of the Beggar Party increased rapidly, even reaching 200 million in one year. They have an organized and interrelated organizational structure throughout the region.

Although the Beggar Party remains mysterious, its members know who the real leader is. The loyalty pills they ingest ensure this secrecy is maintained.

Despite all their achievements, not a single member could thank the Princess.

The Orchid Pavilion, which now serves as an independent information center, has managed to quickly gather and disseminate this information to all corners of Dayun, despite its distance from the capital.

The Orchid Pavilion had become a highly efficient information network, outperforming any other communication system that existed in Dayun. In a short period of time, this information spread to various cities throughout Dayun, impressing speeds that are almost equivalent to the internet today.

Soon news of the Princess' pregnancy spread.The catch received was so astonishing.

The 4th Prince had just woken up from his sleep after a quick journey, where the shadow guards were taking good care of his health. As he woke up, he ordered guards and soldiers to look for lodging.

"Get clean clothes for everyone, we'll rest in the nearest inn" he ordered as soon as he woke up.

Everyone immediately changed clothes, including the 4th Prince himself. They booked a place at the inn and other soldiers were asked to find information by mingling with the locals.

Not long after the 4th Prince was sitting in a teahouse, he heard whispers and cries from the people around him.

"Oh, is Princess Peipei really pregnant? God, I have to go to the temple to beg for blessings," said one woman, seemingly on the verge of tears at the news of Princess Peipei's pregnancy.

"Gee, really good news, thank you, Lord. Finally, Princess Peipei was pregnant as well with Young Master," whispered several people with great happiness. Some women could not even hold back the crying. Unlike a pregnant princess, their own daughter is pregnant.

Before they could absorb this news, suddenly a servant came.

"I'm sorry, gentlemen, we have to close this teahouse for 3 days because of the urgent situation. Sorry for the inconvenience" said the waiter seriously.

The prince was surprised and wanted to ask further, but the maid only shook her head and admitted that she did not know the exact reason.

With that, the Prince and his entourage had to leave the teahouse. Even though the 4th Prince was feeling somewhat annoyed, he still wanted to know why people were so enthusiastic about Princess Peipei's pregnancy.

"Did they have a relationship with Uncle Prince?" thought in the heart.

Out there, however, the atmosphere looks strange. Some beggars laughed and danced cheerfully, some shops closed abruptly.

"What's this?" inner Prince.

The soldier who had left for a while then returned with news. "Many shops that have closed have heard the news that Princess Peipei is pregnant. Today there is a plan of pilgrimage to the temple to pray for the birth of a son."

This news also came from other warriors and even from the shadow guards of Uncle Prince. Most strangely, the familiar shadow guard without emotion was now smiling.

Uncomfortable with the situation, the 4th Prince decided to immediately continue on his way. However, as they headed towards the border of the capital, another strange incident occurred.

Some people stood in the street and distributed steamed bread for free as an expression of their happiness to hear the news of the pregnant Princess. The 4th Prince's soldiers went to talk to the citizens.

"Are you celebrating something? The emperor just died, didn't he?" ask a soldier to someone who distributes steamed bread on the side of the road.

"Life and death are always side by side. We are saddened by the death of the great Emperor, but also excited by the life to come" replied one enthusiastically.

The giving of these foods was not considered a celebration, so there was no reason to arrest them. However, the 4th Prince's feelings became increasingly strange. During the trip, they saw unidentified people handing out food on the street and shops that were suddenly closed.

"The first time I felt the atmosphere was more festive than the Emperor's birthday," the 4th Prince murmured, surprised by the enthusiasm of the citizens.

A soldier quickly caught the residents who were handing out free porridge. The man was herded before the 4th Prince who was staring at him sharply.

"Who are you and what are you doing?" asked the 4th Prince in a stern tone.

The captured citizen bowed his head, he thought the one who asked was a noble not an honorable prince. " this lowly one only distributed free porridge to the citizens as an expression of happiness because Princess Peipei was pregnant."

"You did it on whose orders?" The 4th Prince looked at him sharply.

The person quickly shook his head, "There is no order from anyone, Sir. We. We do it voluntarily."

The 4th Prince felt even more astonished, "Do you guys have a relationship with Uncle Prince?"

"I'm sorry this lowly Master, but who's Uncle Prince?" ask the person with a confused expression.

The 4th Prince was a bit upset, "Why are you lying? Don't you dare lie."

The person kept his head down and replied humbly, "Sir, this lowly one is not lying. We did it because we liked Princess Peipei. We don't know who Uncle Prince is."

Uncle Prince has no sense of existence .So it was only natural that so rarely would anyone know who Uncle Prince was.

The people from the beggar party only knew their boss was a woman with the title Princess peipei.

So when asked they were also confused who was Uncle Prince.

The 4th Prince felt increasingly angry and incredulous."Why are you all doing this if not at the orders of Uncle Prince? What do you expect with this action?"

The person still remained with a humble attitude, "Master, we did it because we wanted to give prayers and support to Princess Peipei. We have no other intentions."

The 4th Prince could not understand the person's words. It seemed that the citizens did not have the relationship with Uncle Prince as he had expected. However, their actions still invite astonishment.

"Alright, go, go" said the 4th Prince with a slightly bewildered expression. The man immediately left with his head bowed.

"Does Uncle Prince have his own plans? Did he expect that I would only be a mere puppet emperor in his hands?" inner 4th Prince with doubt.

Right now, he increasingly felt that the actions that the Uncle Prince had committed might have a greater purpose than simply helping him become a ruler. The people even knew Princess Peipei as a powerful and influential figure, and it could threaten her position.

"Even the prince's uncle drew his wife's name for reputation?"

"When the people began to view Princess Peipei as a hero and a hope, what did that mean for the power I wield?" thought the 4th Prince anxiously.

The 4th Prince grew even more anxious as time passed. His doubts and suspicions towards Uncle Prince's motives deepened. He felt the need to act quickly and avoid increasingly difficult situations.

"For the sake of security and stability, we must arrive at the capital as soon as possible" the 4th Prince's strict order told his troops. "No rest, no rest. We have to keep moving."

The soldier and the shadow guard swiftly listened to his orders, ready to continue the journey. The 4th Prince felt time was an important factor and he wanted to make sure they arrived at the capital as soon as possible.

Along the way, he felt increasingly furious at the increasing enthusiasm of the citizens. Everyone they met was talking about Princess Peipei's pregnancy with a smile on their face. This sight further triggered the 4th Prince's discomfort.

Not satisfied with the situation, the 4th Prince decided to try to understand further. "Stop for a moment" he ordered his troops. "Let this prince hear what they say."

In an instant, they stopped near a group of citizens who were talking to each other. The 4th Prince felt his frustration grow even more upon hearing their conversation.

"Oh, Princess Peipei is pregnant? This is amazing news!" a woman said enthusiastically. "Finally, there's happiness in the midst of all the chaos."

"That's fine, Princess Peipei will definitely bring a new fortune to the kingdom," one man added. "This is an unexpected blessing for Dayun."

The 4th Prince frowned, annoyed with the indifference of the citizens to the difficult situation in the kingdom. But he wanted to understand more. "Why is there so much enthusiasm about Princess Peipei's pregnancy?" ask people who are talking.

The citizens looked at each other for a while before one of them replied, "Princess Peipei is the daughter of a noble-hearted country so the news of her pregnancy gives hope . With him we believe that the future of the kingdom of Dayun will be better."

The 4th Prince felt even more annoyed, and he could barely hide his feelings. "Continue the journey" he told his troops in a firm voice. "We should get to the capital soon."

"Okay, your majesty" said the soldier

They continued on with a strange atmosphere and the 4th Prince was increasingly convinced that the situation was getting more complicated and difficult to overcome.

Wanting to quickly arrive, the fourth prince did not stop on the road despite the dark day.

He ordered everyone to change horses and the journey resumed after his.

That way the 4th Prince finally arrived at the gates of the capital, and a lively scene immediately greeted him, this made him feel a little relieved.

From far away the gatekeeper saw the arrival of the prince so the sound of bells in the ringing as a sign.So the arrival of the fourth prince became a byword in an instant.

That's the way so many people are waiting at the entrance .They lined up and some of them were beautiful young girls of shy bodies.

"The fourth prince has arrived...!!"

"Prince... prince, finally come home!!"

"The fourth prince is so handsome"

"Wahhh .... prince ...!!"

The cheers and excitement of the citizens and nobles gathered there cut off his anxiety for a moment.

"Welcome, Your Highness the 4th Prince!" exclaimed a noble with enthusiasm. "We have been waiting for your arrival with great expectation."

The 4th Prince tried to smile, although his anxiety had not completely dissipated. "a nice welcome," he said.

This time he did not sit inside the carriage of the horse carriage but directly climbed onto the horse in a triumphant style.His smile could not be separated from his pale lips.

"What happened in the capital, was there really a rebellion?"

Although he was on his way but the news of the third prince's rebellion still arrived in his ears.

She also heard that the mother's concubine's family and even her mother's concubine were also killed in this act of rebellion.This is why she became suspicious of the prince's uncle.

"That's right, your majesty, but rebellion can be watered down thanks to the help of the commoners "

"Thank God, the people are united and this is good for Dayun, but I heard princess Peipei is pregnant?" said the 4th prince straightforwardly, he wanted to know their views on this.

Another nobleman smiled and replied, "Excellent news, Your Majesty. Princess Peipei was indeed pregnant, and this news had spread rapidly throughout the capital. This is news that brings blessings to Dayun."

"Oh are princesses so popular these days?" as he spoke, his hands were violently whipping the horses, he thought the nobles were also siding with the prince's uncle as well.

"So I'm just a stepping stone, hehehe how stupid I am" the fourth prince thought in his heart.

The other nobleman had no idea what the fourth prince thought, he was one of the nobles who swallowed the loyalty pill, so he knew the performance of the Princess behind the scenes.

Here he smiled widely. " Everyone wishes Princess Peipei could bring new blessings to Dayun."

The 4th Prince looked at the happiness emanating from the faces of those nobles. However, that look again sparked doubt in his heart.

He felt as if he was part of a larger plan, and the feeling grew stronger as he saw how enthusiastic the nobles were to welcome the news.

"We must immediately report your arrival to Uncle Prince," said one of the nobles excitedly. "He must be so happy to hear that."

The 4th Prince nodded in agreement, but in his heart the doubt grew even greater. Was he really in control of this situation, or was he just a puppet in Uncle Prince's plans?

He thought his future would be determined by a more complicated political game than he ever imagined.