When Li Quan heard that the spies sent to Dongli had successfully infiltrated and were placed in a strategic location in the military camp, he was immediately delighted.

He had even begun to fantasize about holding Shen Qing's head and sitting on Dongli's dragon throne. Everything in Dongli would belong to him!

Leave the camp to the east.

In the makeshift tent, several simple tables were put together, covered with various herbs, medical books and notes.

Wan Jixu sat together with several doctors, all of them with serious expressions, concentrating on discussing the treatment of the epidemic.

Wan Jixu frowned and sighed, raising his hand to rub his waist. "I checked the symptoms of these sick soldiers. They have fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. They are somewhat similar to previous plagues, but also different."

Another doctor picked up a herb and said, "I tried making a decoction with this herb and gave it to several soldiers with mild symptoms, but it had little effect."

"This plague is coming with such force, it's definitely different from usual ones, and it's extremely contagious." Wan Jixu pondered for a moment and said, "Why not try combining a few herbs?"

They began to busily prepare the herbs and boil them.

"Does the dosage of this medicine need to be adjusted again?"

“Try this ratio first and see how it works.”

After many trials, the results were always unsatisfactory.

A young doctor was a little frustrated: "What should we do? Time is running out!"

Wan Jixu encouraged everyone, "Don't be discouraged. Let's re-examine the symptoms and medications, and we will definitely find a breakthrough."

They continued to consult medical books, discuss repeatedly, and constantly adjust prescriptions and treatments.

"I think this herbal remedy can be added to clear away heat and detoxify."

"But this medicine is very potent and needs to be used with caution."

"Use it as appropriate, and you'll be fine."

Finally, after countless attempts and improvements, a new prescription began to show results.

After they gave it to several soldiers, they showed obvious improvement. Specifically, their stomachs no longer hurt as much and they could at least get a full night's sleep.

Wan Jixu's tired face showed a trace of relief: "If we observe for a few more days and the condition stabilizes, perhaps we can apply it on a large scale."

Although it cannot be completely cured, controlling it is the greatest gain.

When the imperial physicians from the capital arrive, they will be knowledgeable and with the combined wisdom of their knowledge, they will definitely be able to find a solution.

The doctors nodded one after another, hope rekindled in their eyes, and they continued to devote themselves to the intensive research and treatment work.

The epidemic has been brought under some control, which is the best news Shen Qing has received recently.

She rubbed her brows, her eyes showing some fatigue.

Jiang Zhuo took the book from her hand and pulled her onto the bed.

"Stop looking at me and get some sleep." He pushed her down and covered her with a blanket. "The epidemic is under control and we'll be able to fight back soon. Don't wait until then because you won't be able to be relied upon."

"Actually, I'm fine." Shen Qing smiled at Jiang Zhuo. "The imperial physician should be here today. You can make arrangements then."

"Don't worry, I'm here outside." Jiang Zhuo patted her arms twice.

Shen Qing closed her eyes. She really hadn't slept well these past few days.

Jiang Zhuo sighed as he watched her fall asleep, then got up and left the tent.

In the evening, the imperial physician arrived. After a short rest, he immediately started to study the epidemic with Wan Jixu and others.

In the middle of the night, Shen Qing woke up. She got up and walked to the table to pour a glass of water. Then she put on her cloak, put on her mask and went to the tent where she was studying the epidemic.

She didn't go in, but just stood at the entrance of the tent for a while, listening to the footsteps coming and going, the whispers of discussions, and the sound of pounding medicine.

"I've read in ancient books that for this type of epidemic, the main treatments should be clearing away heat and detoxifying, removing dampness and strengthening the body. Perhaps we can increase the dosage of a few heat-clearing herbs, such as honeysuckle and forsythia."

"Based on my past experience, can we try adding Atractylodes macrocephala to the prescription to strengthen the patient's spleen and stomach qi and enhance their ability to resist the epidemic?"

"I suggest using a small amount of realgar in the prescription. Realgar has the effect of detoxifying and killing insects, which may help curb the epidemic, but remember to control the dosage accurately."

Shen Qing walked over to the guard and asked, "Can the supplements I ordered to be prepared be delivered every day?"

"Your Majesty, everything has been delivered on time."

Shen Qing nodded, "Just tell me what they need. If they don't have anything, you can come to me."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Shen Qing turned and left the tent.

The lights in the tent were on brightly for three consecutive days, day and night.

The imperial physician held a yellowed ancient book, his expression focused, his voice slightly hoarse: "In my opinion, the combination of these herbs may have miraculous effects."

Wan Jixu came over, looked at it carefully, and nodded slightly: "But the dosage needs to be considered."

Everyone gathered around the makeshift test bench, constantly trying, analyzing, and adjusting.

"No, this formula still doesn't work. The patient's symptoms haven't improved significantly."

Their condition has only stabilized, but there is no sign of improvement.

A doctor looked tired and shook his head helplessly.

Time passed by minute by minute, they had no time to rest, and their eyes were bloodshot.

"Try adding this herb to neutralize the medicinal properties." Wan Jixu came up with a new idea.

"Okay, let's start cooking right away." Everyone got busy again.

On the third day, when the first rays of morning sun shone into the tent, a doctor excitedly shouted, "The patient's symptoms have improved!"

Everyone gathered around and looked at the soldier's face, which had obviously improved, with expressions of surprise on their faces.

"how are you feeling?"

The soldier's throat was still struggling to speak, so he just slowly raised his hand and gave a thumbs up.

Much better.

"Continue to observe and give other patients medicine according to this prescription." The imperial physician wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes and said excitedly.

After repeated verification, a prescription for curing the epidemic was finally determined. All the doctors breathed a sigh of relief, their voices filled with unconcealed joy: "We succeeded! The soldiers are saved!"

Everyone smiled at each other, and at this moment all the fatigue of the past few days turned into the joy of victory.

Shen Qing asked Yuan Lin to hide the news that the plague had been cured from the spies in the north, and instead revealed a false news to them.

The morale of the Dongli army was broken, the emperor was furious, and ordered a full-scale attack to be launched in three days!

After revealing the news to them, he let them "escape" back to the north without leaving any trace and report to Li Quan.

Shen Qing stood on the city wall, facing north.

This epidemic lasted for about a month, which made her wait too long.

Those people must have brought germs with them. Let's wait for them to go back and get sick with the disease too!