Chapter 396 Missing
Jiang Huan felt a little embarrassed by his gaze, her cheeks flushed slightly. She waved her hand and quickly attributed the credit to the imperial physicians: "It's not entirely that. It's mainly thanks to the imperial physicians. They are very experienced. I just came up with a few ideas and started the process. We discussed and improved it together."
Let's learn from modern common sense.
Hehe, hope this helps.
Huo Lin looked at her slightly smug and charming appearance, and his heart was touched. His eyes shone with an undisguised smile, full of pride.
[Not boasting about one's achievements, but knowing how to elevate others—truly a magnanimous person.]
【My Imperial Noble Consort is the best!】
He closed the booklet and handed it to Wang Degui, who was standing next to him.
"Immediately hand this handbook over to the Hanlin Academy and the Imperial Medical Academy, ordering them to proofread it overnight, print it as quickly as possible, and distribute it to all prefectures and counties. Instruct local officials to widely publicize it, ensuring that it is known to every household and every person!"
"Your servant obeys the decree."
Wang Degui accepted the seemingly thin but significant booklet with both hands, knowing that this matter concerned the livelihood of millions of people, and immediately took the order and left.
After dealing with this matter, Huo Lin felt that the heavy feeling in his chest had dissipated somewhat.
He looked at Jiang Huan, his gaze gentle, his tone carrying a barely perceptible doting affection: "Are you relieved now?"
Jiang Huan was overjoyed at achieving her goal, feeling as sweet as if she had drunk honey.
"Don't worry at all! I'm going back now!"
Watching her light-footed figure, Huo Lin shook his head.
Hopefully, things will improve once the court in Jiangnan receives the medicine and the manual.
However, the peace in the palace did not last long before new waves of turmoil followed.
That day, after finishing his official duties, Huo Lin remembered that he hadn't seen Huo Yunxing for a long time, so he ordered someone to summon him from the Xiaoyao Prince's Mansion. He wanted to ask Huo Yunxing what he needed to do for the upcoming wedding, so as to distract himself from the tension caused by the epidemic in recent days.
Unexpectedly, the eunuch quickly reported: "Your Majesty, the Prince of Xiaoyao is not in the residence."
Huo Lin frowned: "Not here? Have you searched other places in the palace where people are not doing their jobs?"
The eunuch presented a letter sealed with wax: "This is the only letter we found. It was left by the prince for the emperor."
A sense of foreboding rose in Huo Lin's heart, and he quickly opened the letter.
To my beloved nephew: The scenery in Jiangnan is beautiful, but unfortunately, a plague is rampant, which is a real downer. I am used to being idle, and staying in the capital is also boring. So I decided to go there and see if I can be of any help. I also want to wait for my betrothed princess.
Don't worry, once I've cleaned up the mess in Jiangnan, it will be just the right time to welcome Ayina.
After reading the letter, Huo Lin's face darkened instantly, and he slammed the letter on the table.
"Nonsense!" he hissed, his chest heaving with anger.
What kind of place is Jiangnan now? It's a den of dragons and tigers, a place others would avoid like the plague, but he's venturing in himself!
And what's with all this talk about cleaning up a mess? Does he think he's going sightseeing?
What if... what if something happens to him? How will he explain it to Princess Ayina?
Worry and anger mingled within him, Huo Lin immediately ordered in a deep voice: "Guards! Convey my decree to send more men to find the whereabouts of the Prince of Xiaoyao as soon as possible and ensure his safety. Furthermore, seal off the news of the Prince of Xiaoyao's trip to Jiangnan. It must not be leaked, especially not to the Northern Desert delegation!"
"This servant obeys the decree." Wang Degui's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly took the order and left.
Huo Lin rubbed his stinging temples and sighed deeply.
His uncle, though seemingly carefree and unrestrained, was actually thoughtful, loyal, and devoted to his family.
This risky trip to the epidemic area was probably not just to clean up the mess, but also because he was worried about Ayina's impending arrival and wanted to clear the dangers ahead for her.
Hopefully, Huo Yunxing will be blessed with good fortune and nothing bad will happen to him...
Fortunately, the imperial physicians quickly developed a medicine using the juice of the Lingyun grass, and with the publication and distribution of the "Essentials for Epidemic Prevention," the epidemic in Jiangnan finally showed a glimmer of hope.
Local governments strictly implemented prevention guidelines, organized public awareness campaigns, and promoted isolation and disinfection. People gradually went from initial doubt and observation to acceptance, and their awareness of epidemic prevention greatly improved.
Lingyuncao extract has shown significant efficacy in patients in the early and middle stages, greatly reducing the mortality rate. Although its effect on critically ill patients is limited, it is a glimmer of hope.
When the good news reached the capital, the entire court and the public were greatly encouraged.
Huo Lin, whose nerves had been on edge for days, relaxed slightly and immediately shared the news with Jiang Huan.
"The epidemic in Jiangnan has been initially brought under control, with a significant decrease in the number of new cases and an increasing number of recoveries."
Huo Lin looked at Jiang Huan's brightened eyes and his tone became much more relaxed, "The herbs and the protective manual you provided were invaluable."
[Hold Huo Lin back! Although I'm very happy, I can't just hug her and spin her around!]
Jiang Huan was so happy she almost jumped up, barely managing to maintain her composure, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up in a smile.
"Really? That's great! I knew it would work. The imperial physicians and officials and common people from all over the country have worked so hard."
All that effort wasn't for nothing! Thank goodness for the system, and the Spirit Herb is amazing!
And those basic protective measures are indeed useful everywhere.
She couldn't help but lean closer, asking eagerly, "Is there any news about His Highness the Prince of Xiaoyao? Is he alright?"
Mentioning Huo Yunxing, Huo Lingang's relaxed brows furrowed slightly again, but he quickly concealed it.
"Uncle is safe and sound, but communication is not possible for the time being."
He didn't want Jiang Huan to worry, especially since she was pregnant.
[The Imperial Uncle unfortunately contracted the virus three days ago while assisting in the resettlement of displaced people. Although his symptoms are not severe, he has been secretly transferred to another residence to recuperate in order to avoid causing panic.]
However, the escort team was supposed to arrive at the villa yesterday to report back, but there has been no word from them since.
[This matter is top secret. I have already sent people to investigate. I hope nothing goes wrong.]
Jiang Huan understood, so she didn't ask any more questions, but silently prayed for that dashing royal uncle.
However, one problem after another arose.
Just as the epidemic in Jiangnan was beginning to show signs of improvement, another urgent document arrived on Huo Lin's desk.
Huo Lin unfolded the document and took a look; his expression immediately became somewhat complicated.
Seeing this, Jiang Huan's heart jumped again: "What's wrong? What happened again?"
Huo Lin handed her the documents and rubbed his temples: "The Northern Desert wedding procession has arrived at the border and officially entered the country. According to the schedule, it will arrive in the capital in at most half a month."
Jiang Huan took the document and looked at the report on the date of the wedding procession. Her feelings were complicated.
Ayina is coming; this should be a time of joy.
But it just so happens to be at this time.
The epidemic in Jiangnan has not completely subsided, and the whereabouts of the carefree prince are unknown, his fate uncertain...
The long-awaited wedding seemed to be shrouded in an invisible shadow.
Seeing Jiang Huan's thoughtful expression, Huo Lin gently held her hand: "Don't think too much. Things will work themselves out. I will make proper arrangements for Ayina and the others. The most important thing for you now is to focus on your pregnancy."
Jiang Huan nodded, suppressing her chaotic thoughts, and gave him a reassuring smile.
"Yes, I know."
However, both of them knew in their hearts that Ayina's arrival meant that a new wave of turmoil was about to begin.
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