noffsinger Chapter 239 Plague Outbreak
Chapter 239 Plague Outbreak
In such dire circumstances, survival became increasingly difficult, and many people had no choice but to embark on a journey of migration.
Half a month has passed since the earth dragon turned over.
On this day, rain finally began to fall from the sky, and people looked on with anticipation for the long-awaited rain.
Little did they know that this was not a chance for survival, but rather a crisis that would bring them another disaster.
The people were soaked by the rain during their migration, and many of them fell ill as a result.
At first, no one took it too seriously, thinking it was just a common cold that would pass if they just toughed it out.
But misfortune never comes singly. As food supplies dwindled, bandits seized the opportunity to plunder and loot everywhere.
The refugees were already exhausted, both physically and mentally, and in such harsh conditions, the number of people falling ill increased dramatically.
One by one, people died from the torment of illness.
Unbeknownst to everyone, the plague began to spread rampantly among the people.
For the first two weeks, the people did not realize the seriousness of the situation and treated it as a common illness.
However, as the death toll continued to rise, doctors finally realized that this condition was by no means an ordinary illness.
The matter was reported up the chain of command, eventually reaching the emperor of the Si Dynasty, Liu Xinhao.
Liu Xinhao looks completely different from how he looked two years ago.
At that auction years ago, Si Chaoguo was fortunate enough to acquire this thousand-year-old Tianshan snow lotus.
He handed it over to Medicine King Valley, and Medicine King Valley did not disappoint, successfully refining the Tianshan Snow Lotus into three pills.
After Liu Xinhao took the elixir, his appearance changed drastically, as if he had been rejuvenated.
If he looked nearly fifty three years ago, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say he's just a man in his early thirties now.
But for Liu Xinhao, looking younger is not the key.
Importantly, his cultivation level also broke through to the peak of the Great Yuan Realm.
This is what he cares about most.
But to his surprise, his excitement had only just begun.
This morning, as soon as I entered the court, I heard reports from the officials below.
It is said that there is news of a plague outbreak at the border with the Kingdom of Ling.
Before the lower-level officials had even finished reporting, another official stepped forward, also saying that he had an outbreak of plague on his end.
Then several other officials did the same.
This news enraged him, and his face instantly darkened.
Liu Xinhao listened as his subordinates reported one after another.
After the last official finished speaking, he glared angrily and slammed his fist on the dragon table in front of him.
Whether it was because the dragon table was too fragile or because his martial arts skills had improved, the dragon table shattered into pieces and flew away instantly.
His action startled the officials in the court.
"The plague has broken out! Such a major event, and you've only just informed me now!"
His voice echoed like thunder throughout the hall.
The officials in the court were so frightened that they dared not breathe, and all bowed their heads, fearing that they might offend the emperor.
However, there was an exception. When the eldest prince, Liu Yao, who was standing to the side, heard the news, the corners of his mouth turned up slightly imperceptibly.
His subtle change in expression stood out starkly against the backdrop of everyone's fear and trepidation.
But no one was paying attention to his expression at that moment.
After scanning the crowd, Liu Xinhao said sternly, "I order all of you officials to take immediate action."
Search every region for doctors skilled in medicine and, at the very least, compose a cure for this plague as quickly as possible! Any negligence will be severely punished!
The officials responded in unison, "Your Majesty, we obey!"
Liu Xinhao then turned his gaze to the Imperial Hospital and asked in a deep voice, "Where is the Imperial Physician?"
An elderly man dressed in the robes of an imperial physician immediately stepped forward, knelt down, and bowed: "Your humble servant is here!"
Liu Xinhao instructed, "Immediately select the most skilled imperial physicians from the Imperial Medical Academy and have them rush to the plague-stricken areas to do their utmost to treat the people."
Remember, we must do everything in our power to control the epidemic; there can be no mistakes!
The imperial physician hurriedly kowtowed, saying, "Your humble servant obeys the decree and will certainly not fail Your Majesty's trust!"
After a moment's thought, Liu Xinhao said, "Send a few imperial physicians to Medicine King Valley."
Inform them of this matter and earnestly request their assistance in dealing with this plague.
"The lives of countless people in the entire Si Dynasty Kingdom depend on them; Medicine King Valley certainly won't stand idly by."
Although Liu Xinhao was the emperor of the Si Dynasty and held the power of the country.
However, martial arts sects have always acted independently and have never been subject to the control of the imperial court.
Take that thousand-year-old Tianshan snow lotus from last time, for example.
This is a rare and precious medicine, and Medicine King Valley had always intended to use it to refine elixirs. By chance, Liu Xinhao no longer needed to ask Medicine King Valley for help.
Although he was the emperor, he could not act recklessly.
If Medicine King Valley refuses his request, and he rashly sends troops to arrest people and force them to refine the medicine, he would be committing a grave taboo.
There are two types of sects in the martial arts world that should never be easily provoked.
One is the alchemist sect, and the other is the poison master sect.
Whether it's the imperial courts of various countries or the various sects in the martial arts world, everyone is well aware of the importance of alchemists.
After all, no one can guarantee that they won't get injured or sick someday, and at that time they will have to rely on the alchemist's skillful hands to bring them back to health.
And poison masters are absolutely forbidden to be touched.
These people are skilled in using poison, their methods are ruthless and unpredictable, and their actions are completely unpredictable.
Anyone who crosses their path may unexpectedly fall victim to their wickedness, making it impossible to guard against.
Therefore, even an emperor must be cautious and weigh the pros and cons when dealing with martial arts sects, especially these two special sects.
The imperial physician repeatedly agreed, saying, "Your Majesty, please rest assured, I will do my utmost."
After the imperial physician received his orders and withdrew.
Liu Xinhao then looked at the assembled officials and said in a cold tone: "My dear ministers, this plague concerns the survival of the nation and the lives of the people. You must all perform your duties and not slack off in the slightest."
If anyone neglects their duties and causes the epidemic to spread, I will not let them off lightly!
"All of you, step back and get on with it immediately!"
The officials then rose nervously and left the court one after another to go about their respective tasks.
As Liu Yao left, a glint of something unreadable flashed in his eyes, as if he were plotting something...
Liu Xinhao hurried back to the main hall after the court session.
He walked to the table without a second thought, spread out the paper, dipped his pen in ink, and began writing a letter with a serious expression.
The handwriting flowed like a sudden storm, as if trying to pour all the worries in his heart into it.
After he finished writing, he blew on the ink off the paper.
Wait until the ink on the paper is completely dry before rolling up the letter and placing it in a specially made carrier pigeon tube.
He then took the carrier pigeon and walked quickly to the entrance of the main hall.
As soon as I let go, the carrier pigeon flapped its wings and flew swiftly into the distance.
Liu Xinhao watched as the carrier pigeons gradually disappeared into the horizon.
He silently prayed in his heart, "Liu Lingzhen, I hope your Spirit Kingdom can overcome this crisis!"