During the conversation, Ning Xi'er got up and returned to the carriage.
Estimating that Xue Lin's blood test results would be ready soon, he immediately slipped into the spatial dimension.
Upon receiving the report, the indicators were similar to those of a close relative, but being located in the heart of the epidemic area, the Yersinia pestis levels were significantly higher, and electrolyte imbalances were observed, indicated by three red arrows as a warning...
This supervisor wouldn't have lasted this long if it weren't for his strong will to be responsible for the people.
Ning Xi'er felt even more admiration for him. With his sample in hand, there was no need to conduct large-scale testing on the infected bacteria among the city's residents; treatment could begin immediately.
After getting off the carriage, Ning Xi'er asked Xue Lin to extend his hands. With her wide sleeves providing cover, she helped him tidy up. Xue Lin felt a sharp prick, as if the blood in his veins was flowing...
In reality, Ning Xi'er injected streptomycin into his vein.
Ning Xi'er handed him a small bowl containing spiritual spring liquid mixed with glucose solution and electrolyte water.
After taking the medicine, Xue Lin felt much less weak and exhausted, and he couldn't help but have more confidence in Ning Xi'er's medical skills.
He learned from Xue Lin that many of the yamen runners had fallen ill two days ago, and almost all the neighborhood officials were also sick. He dared not easily count the number of patients anymore...
One concern is that the people who come to collect statistics might be infected with the virus without their knowledge, and they might spread the disease to every household while collecting statistics.
Secondly, even if statistics were compiled, he currently lacks the manpower and space to accommodate and care for patients...
Ning Xi'er nodded, feeling that Xue Lin was still able to maintain a clear head even after she had been infected and was facing such a serious situation alone...
It is truly remarkable that they managed to hold on under such limited conditions.
"Don't worry! The princess is here. She will definitely lead us to a way out!"
Zheng Ye patted his chest, reassuring Xue Lindao.
Ning Xi'er chuckled, but she understood that Zheng Ye's words, besides demonstrating his trust in her, also aimed to boost morale and encourage Xue Lin to cheer up.
The morale of the leaders affects their enthusiasm and motivation throughout the entire fight against the epidemic.
Ignoring Zheng Ye's attempts to stop him, Xue Lin immediately knelt down before Ning Xi'er, saying, "On behalf of all the people of the city, I thank the Princess and His Highness Prince Cheng!"
Ning Xi'er personally helped him up, her expression composed, "Let's discuss this quickly!"
Bai Zhi helped fetch paper and pen, and Ning Xi'er asked Xue Lin to draw a detailed topographical map of the area surrounding Changning.
Ning Xi'er said, "Two days ago, although Lord Xue gathered the critically ill patients together, the number must have increased considerably in the past two days..."
"This disease is characterized by its high transmissibility and rapid onset. Two days ago, there were 20,000 cases; now it's probably in the hundreds of thousands..."
Xue Lin immediately changed color and stepped back to avoid Zheng Ye's support.
Although Zheng Ye mentioned on the way that he had taken the pills given to him by the princess, which had some preventative effect...
But after hearing the princess say that it was "highly contagious and had a rapid onset," I was very worried that the disease might have spread to the princess and General Zheng...
Xue Lin suddenly realized that his headache, abdominal pain, joint pain, and high fever had significantly lessened, and his mind was much clearer.
He pressed the back of his hand to his forehead, and the fever subsided considerably...
Having endured my illness for several days, I persevered, taking the pills given to me by the princess. The "acupuncture treatment" was surprisingly effective...
Xue Lin couldn't hide his surprise and joy as he looked at Ning Xi'er, his eyes welling up with tears.
"The people of Yongning are saved!"
Ning Xi'er stepped forward and helped him up again. "Feeling a little better, right?"
Ning Xi'er smiled and said, "Since I can cure you, I naturally know how to prevent it..."
"Even if something unexpected happens... there's always a way to deal with it, don't worry!"
Xue Lin nodded solemnly, his gaze towards Ning Xi'er filled with even greater respect!
The princess was only a year or two older than her daughter, but she was calm and composed in the face of adversity.
One can draw endless strength from her; a panicked and helpless heart becomes calm and resolute.
Xue Lin took the pen and continued drawing the topographical map on the paper.
He explained that Yongning County borders four counties: Fengyi County and Huairen County in the direction of Guandao, and Xingren and Pingren in the east and west.
Yongning County has eight wards within its town and ten villages outside the town. The total area of the villages is twice the total area of the town.
Ning Xi'er interrupted him, "Have you investigated the situation in the village?"
Xue Lin shook his head, feeling deeply ashamed.
The yamen runners all fell down, and he was now a general without soldiers.
But he said that there were no doctors in the village, and when villagers got sick, they would go to the capital for treatment.
Seeing the urgent development of the disease that day, the city gates were closed immediately to prevent the spread of the disease.
However, this doesn't preclude the possibility that some sick villagers may not have the money for treatment and may stay at home instead of going to the city...
Or, a family member was infected by the patient, but developed symptoms later, and was not confined to the city.
Ning Xi'er looked solemn as Zheng Ye recounted to Xue Linting what he had witnessed at the entrance of the city earlier.
Xue Lin was pale, feeling both guilty and powerless.
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