A crown princess who doesn't do infrastructure construction isn't a good doctor.

After Dr. Yang left, there were no outsiders left in the main hall. Qin Siheng immediately covered his face and ran away without saying goodbye.

However, both his older brother Qin Sizhe and his cousin Qin Suiyou, with whom he had spent some time, knew his habits very well. He probably went back to his room and acted "crazy" this time.

Since they were both at home, Qin Sizhe didn't pay any attention. His eyes and brows remained gentle and smiling. After glancing at Beitang Yan, he asked Qin Suiyou, "Is the Crown Prince's amnesia real?"

Qin Suiyou nodded and replied, "It's true. Actually, I woke him up before the Emperor sent the imperial physician to the Prince's residence. His amnesia was due to aftereffects. However, the imperial physician gave him a strange medicine that was problematic and damaged his brain nerves, so we played along."

"It seems that neither the minister nor his descendants can escape that person's suspicion."

Qin Suiyou smiled and said, "After all, it's inevitable to feel reluctant to leave a position you've held for a long time."

As they were talking, Qin Suiyou gestured for Beitang Yan, who had already revealed his identity, to sit down, and then poured him a cup of tea.

"This is a wild mountain tea unique to your aunt's hometown. Please try it."

Seeing this, Qin Sizhe said, "A few days ago, the Linjiang clan sent people to Yejing to deliver a lot of these wild mountain teas and trendy items. I was thinking of sending them to you sometime, and since you're here today, you can take some back with you when you leave."

Qin Suiyou nodded and said, "Then I won't stand on ceremony."

"By the way, the person who delivered the item brought some news that I think you might be interested in."

Qin Suiyou raised his eyes and said, "Tell me about it."

"They came by official road, and the official road from Linjiang to Yejing passes through three large cities in the south and two small cities in the north. A prophecy is circulating in those three large cities, and the news is on the verge of spreading to Yejing. Many people in the two small cities near Yejing have already started to discuss it."

Seeing Qin Sizhe pause, Qin Suiyou slightly raised his chin.

What prophecy is it?

Qin Sizhe took a sip of tea to moisten his throat, and then parted his thin lips slightly.

"There will be a natural disaster in the north."

Qin Suiyou remained calm and asked, "What natural disaster is it?"

"Floods in the south, severe drought in the north."

"That fits the regional requirements quite well. Did you specify a particular time?"

After thinking for a moment, Qin Sizhe said, "No specific time was mentioned."

Qin Suiyou nodded, his face showing an expression of knowing exactly what he had expected. Qin Sizhe, seeing this, said, "You don't seem surprised at all."

Qin Suiyou lowered his eyes, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"Rumors are just a matter of talking, and those that are too absolute are the easiest to be exposed. The person who spread this rumor is probably not that stupid."

"So you think this prophecy is false?"

Hearing Qin Sizhe's question, Qin Suiyou didn't answer, but instead asked, "Do you think it's true or false?"

Qin Sizhe replied, "Falsehood is greater than truth. But regardless of whether it is true or false, the fact that such unfounded rumors can so easily cause panic among the people must be fueled by people with impure motives. If it is false, it is fine, as it is a dispute between the upper echelons, but innocent people will still suffer. However, if it is true, natural disasters will be unavoidable, and the consequences will be unimaginable."

"He truly deserves to be the top scholar; he has the people's well-being on his mind."

Upon hearing this, Qin Sizhe smiled helplessly and said, "There are no top scholars among those present."

Qin Suiyou gave Qin Sizhe a knowing look and said, "It's just that the editor is being modest."

After the banter, Qin Suiyou got back to the main topic.

"Actually, based on what I know, there will indeed be some things happening in the second half of the year. I'll keep you in suspense for now, but you can still make some preparations."

Qin Sizhe didn't press for details about what it was about, only saying, "Just tell me what preparations you need, and I'll do as you say."

In the Qin family now, the one whose words carry the most weight is not necessarily Qin Yong, the head of the family. He cherishes and respects his wife, Yun Shi. In the past, the only woman in the Qin family had the most influence. Since Qin Suiyou came, Yun Shi has liked him no matter what, wishing he were her own son. This has caused Qin Siheng, who has been spoiled since childhood, to be torn between his mother's favoritism and his own affection for his cousin.

Because of this, Qin Suiyou's words carry extraordinary weight in the Qin family. If it is found that they did not do as he said, Qin Sizhe, the eldest son, would probably be punished.

"There's nothing complicated about it. Just stockpile as many useful things as possible for when things get tough. The key is to do it discreetly, otherwise we'll be the ones who cause panic."

Upon hearing this, Qin Sizhe seemed to understand something, but he was also somewhat puzzled. Qin Suiyou noticed his confusion and said softly, "After all, we need to take precautions. It's better to have something than nothing, and it might bring us unexpected benefits later."

Since Qin Suiyou had said so, Qin Sizhe stopped worrying about it and nodded.

"Okay, then do I need to send you some later?"

Qin Suiyou shook his head.

"Need not……"

“The Prince An’s residence will be prepared; there’s no need for that.”

Qin Suiyou turned his head and looked at Beitang Yan, who had interrupted him before he could finish speaking, and said helplessly, "Don't interrupt me."

Beitang Yan pursed his lips and said, "I'm sorry, I was wrong."

Seeing that he was remorseful and had a good attitude, Qin Suiyou didn't say anything more and continued to say what he hadn't finished to Qin Sizhe.

"You can prepare the manor as soon as conditions permit. I have my own clever plan. After all, I can't possibly look after others and neglect myself, can I?"

Qin Sizhe nodded and said gently, "It's good that you have your own way."

"Alright, it's about time, we should go."

Qin Sizhe stood up and asked, "Shall we have lunch before we go back?"

"No, we can't stay too long, or we'll give ourselves away. Just go to the door and act out a scene with me."

"it is good."

After discussing the conversation scenario for a while, the group arrived at the Qin residence's gate. When the gate opened, passersby outside saw Qin Suiyou's face, which was filled with a faint sorrow and anxiety.

"Uncle, is it really impossible for you to find even a little bit of time?"

Qin Sizhe lowered his eyes and shook his head.

"It's not that I don't want to help, but my father is very busy with official duties and simply can't find the time."

Qin Suiyou raised his anxious eyes and pursed his lips, saying, "How about in a few days? I'll come to visit again in a few days. Uncle should have time then."

Qin Sizhe shook his head decisively and said, "Father has been busy with official duties for many days and has not returned home. He may be busy until the banquet is over. I am not sure about the situation. You should find another way."

Having said all that, Qin Suiyou would be ungrateful to continue, so he could only sit on the carriage for his return journey with a heavy heart.

Before he could even turn around, Qin Sizhe had already entered the room, and the servant quickly closed the door behind him, as if afraid that someone outside would come in again.