I started out with seven husbands, and I worked hard to support my family while crying.

Chapter 420: Princess, I don't know either.

Fang Xiaoxiao frowned, her gaze sweeping around, trying to find an answer. "Princess, I don't know either. But judging from this situation, something serious must have happened."

The two disembarked from the carriage and walked slowly. Fang Xiaoxiao's steps were heavy, and with each step, her doubts grew. The bustling streets and laughter she had expected did not appear; instead, there were closed shops and silent streets.

"Is this the legendary Suzhou?" Fang Xiaoxiao murmured to herself, her eyes filled with disappointment.

The excitement she had shown upon arrival vanished from Li Wan'er's face, replaced by deep worry. "Xiao Xiao, I feel uneasy."

Fang Xiaoxiao comforted her, "Princess, don't be afraid. Let's find a place to stay first, and then we can ask around slowly."

So, dragging their heavy steps, they began searching for lodging. After walking for a long time, they finally saw an inn.

The innkeeper also looked worried, and when he saw them come in, he just greeted them listlessly.

Fang Xiaoxiao stepped forward and said, "Boss, give us two superior rooms."

The owner looked up, glanced at them, and said, "Girls, there's only one room left. Take it or leave it."

Fang Xiaoxiao had no choice but to say, "One room it is."

The two followed the waiter upstairs and into the room. The room had a musty smell and was simply furnished.

Looking at all this, Li Wan'er couldn't help but complain, "This is just too bad."

Fang Xiaoxiao sighed: "Princess, let's make do for now and figure out the situation first."

The two put down their luggage and sat on the edge of the bed, both feeling very heavy-hearted.

"Xiao Xiao, I really didn't expect Suzhou to be like this," Li Wan'er said, her eyes reddening.

Fang Xiaoxiao held Li Wan'er's hand and said, "Princess, don't worry, maybe this is just temporary."

Just then, a cry came from outside. Fang Xiaoxiao and Li Wan'er exchanged a glance, their hearts filled with unease.

Fang Xiaoxiao and Li Wan'er felt a pang of heartache upon hearing the mournful cries outside.

"Princess, let's go out and see what's going on." Fang Xiaoxiao frowned, her face full of worry.

Li Wan'er nodded, and the two of them quickly walked out of the room together.

Upon arriving at the inn's entrance, they saw a haggard-looking woman kneeling on the ground, weeping uncontrollably. The innkeeper stood by, his face full of helplessness, offering words of comfort, but the woman's cries grew even more heart-wrenching.

Fang Xiaoxiao stepped forward, squatted down, and asked softly, "Big sister, please don't cry. Tell us what happened."

The woman raised her head, her eyes blurry with tears, and said in a hoarse voice, "My husband is gone. I have no money and can't afford to pay for his funeral. I can only sell myself here to bury him."

Hearing this, Li Wan'er's heart broke, and she quickly said, "Big sister, please don't be like this, we will help you."

The innkeeper quickly waved his hand to stop them, saying anxiously, "Girls, you mustn't! There's a plague raging in Suzhou right now, and this woman's husband has most likely died from it. If you get involved in this, you'll be in big trouble later!"

Fang Xiaoxiao looked puzzled and asked, "Shopkeeper, are you just going to stand by and watch someone die because you're afraid of the trouble?"

The shopkeeper sighed helplessly and said, "Miss, it's not that I'm heartless, but this plague is too dangerous. Once you get infected, the consequences are unimaginable!"

Li Wan'er, however, was adamant and said, "Shopkeeper, we can't just stand by and watch our elder sister suffer like this. We're determined to help!"

Upon hearing this, the woman repeatedly kowtowed in gratitude, her thanks overflowing.

Fang Xiaoxiao squatted down and carefully examined the woman's husband's body. Her expression instantly turned serious.

"Oh no, this is indeed a plague." Fang Xiaoxiao's voice was low and serious.

Li Wan'er was terrified, her face turning pale, and asked in a trembling voice, "Xiao Xiao, what should we do?"

Fang Xiaoxiao took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down, and quickly made a mental calculation.

She stood up, her gaze resolute, and said, “Princess, don’t panic. First, we must properly dispose of this body to prevent the epidemic from spreading further. Then, I will go to other parts of the city to check the severity of the outbreak.”

Li Wan'er gripped Fang Xiaoxiao's arm tightly and said, "Xiaoxiao, I'll go with you."

Fang Xiaoxiao shook her head and said, "Princess, please stay here and help take care of this older sister. It's easier for me to move around on my own."

After saying that, Fang Xiaoxiao ignored Li Wan'er's worries and turned to walk into the city.

Along the way, Fang Xiaoxiao saw only a scene of desolation. The streets were deserted, and the few people who did pass by hurriedly, their faces filled with fear. The doors and windows of the houses were tightly shut, as if trying to keep the terrible plague out.

Fang Xiaoxiao went from house to house, checking the patients' symptoms, and gradually gained a better understanding of the situation.

Back at the inn, Li Wan'er rushed to greet her and asked, "Xiao Xiao, how are you?"

Fang Xiaoxiao said, "Princess, the situation is not optimistic. However, I have a preliminary plan. We need to find some herbs to brew a decoction for the patients. Then, we need to organize people to disinfect the entire city. Also, we need to make sure everyone pays attention to food hygiene to avoid cross-infection."

Li Wan'er nodded repeatedly and said, "Xiao Xiao, I'll do whatever you say."

Looking into Li Wan'er's trusting eyes, Fang Xiaoxiao felt a surge of responsibility and secretly resolved to control the plague.

Fang Xiaoxiao walked alone on the empty streets of Suzhou, each step heavy with worry. Her gaze was as sharp as an eagle's, carefully observing everything around her.

The houses lining the street had their doors and windows tightly shut, as if trying to escape the terrible plague. Occasionally, a cough would drift from inside, sending a chill down one's spine. Fang Xiaoxiao frowned, her mind racing, trying to think of a solution.

Suddenly, several haggard-looking people rushed out from the corner and surrounded Fang Xiaoxiao.

"Miss, please save us!" Their voices were hoarse, their eyes filled with despair and pleading.

Fang Xiaoxiao was startled. She looked down at her gorgeous clothes and thought to herself that something was wrong.

"Everyone, don't worry, I'll figure something out," Fang Xiaoxiao said as she tried to break free from their encirclement.

However, these people seemed to have grasped at a straw and refused to let go.

Fang Xiaoxin was anxious. She pushed everyone aside and ran quickly towards a dilapidated house. As soon as she entered, she leaned against the wall, panting heavily.

"That was almost a disaster," Fang Xiaoxiao muttered to herself. "Looks like I need to go back to the inn to change my clothes."

She composed herself, carefully walked out of the house, avoided the crowd, and hurried towards the inn.

Back at the inn, Li Wan'er was anxiously waiting. Seeing Fang Xiaoxiao return, Li Wan'er quickly went to greet her.

"Xiao Xiao, you're finally back! How are you?" Li Wan'er asked anxiously.