After her transformation and rebirth, she manipulates the innocent and ruthless to overthrow the wor

Xiao Ran searched for a long time, looking through all the temples, big and small, in the capital, but still couldn't find it.

As dusk approached, the people from the Grand Tutor's mansion had already formed a circle, among them standing at the city gate was Shen You's father, Shen Quemin.

His face was full of sorrow, and he looked even more haggard in the flickering firelight. At this moment, he was talking to Governor Shin beside him.

"I'll be troubling the Kyoto Guards tonight. Remember, you mustn't disturb the people. If they're willing to cooperate, we can offer them some benefits..."

Governor Shen just chuckled and said, "Don't worry, Lord Shen. Even if we have to search every inch of the capital, we will find your beloved daughter."

He was naturally delighted, after all, the Shen family was a prominent and wealthy family, and the reward they would give would surely be substantial.

Even if he doesn't find it, he won't be shortchanged by a single penny of the benefits the Grand Tutor's mansion provides to the people.

Beside Shen Juemin were two other young masters, both looking anxious. The older one was particularly impatient, asking, "Father, could it be that my sister has found out about that matter...?"

Those were Shen You's two younger brothers; the older one was named Ming, and the other was named Liang.

Shen Quemin interrupted him, "Don't talk nonsense."

Shen Liang, still young and impetuous, said, "Father, should we arrest that man? He must know where my sister is!"

Shen Quemin shook his head again, his gaze deep. "When I talked to him before, I knew that he was a reasonable person and would not do such an extreme thing."

Shen Liang: "But—"

Shen Quemin ignored him and walked straight to Xiao Ran. "Miss Xiao, my daughter is unruly. This matter has troubled you for most of the day. You should go back and rest early."

Xiao Ran shook her head. "Miss Shen is my best friend. I'm also very anxious and want to do my part."

Shen Quemin sighed, "I am very pleased that my daughter has such a close friend as you. However..." His gaze sharpened as he stared at Xiao Ran, "I wonder if Miss Xiao knows if my daughter has been acting strangely these past few days?"

He kept a close eye on Xiao Ran, not missing a single expression. If she was lying, he would immediately see through her lie.

Unfortunately, Xiao Ran didn't want to hide anything. She said, "Uncle Shen, Sister Shen hasn't changed much. The only difference is that she's been asking me for advice on dressing up lately."

Shen Quemin paused slightly, then looked away somewhat. "I understand."

Judging from his appearance, it was clear that there was something going on, but Xiao Ran didn't want to directly question Shen Quemin.

However, the two anxious sons of the Shen family were quite different. They seemed to be about the same age as her, especially Shen Liang, whose face was fierce, as if someone had offended him.

Xiao Ran wasn't in a hurry. She returned to the manor and made some preparations. She also told her father what had happened, and her father sent several servants to protect her.

After nightfall, Xiao Ran set off.

She walked to the outskirts of the city, where poor people lived. It seemed that the people of the capital city guards had not searched this area carefully. Unlike the many fires she had just seen in the bustling streets, there were only scattered fires here.

This is perfect for her to get things done.

She took a few steps, then suddenly clutched her head and collapsed to the ground.

Several servants panicked and rushed forward to help her up, but Xiao Ran was still very weak. She said slowly, "It's nothing, it's just that my old ailment has flared up again..."

They were completely baffled. They had been working in the manor for so long and had no idea that Xiao Ran had any chronic illness!