Chapter 240 No Benefit, No Early
Lu Zhiran was also a little confused when she heard this, "Isn't this your Ye family's unique antidote?"
Ye Hanyi shook his head. "No, I once heard my father say that this medicine is very powerful, but it is said that the recipe has been lost."
Lu Zhiran looked thoughtful.
Last time, Concubine Rou took out a miraculous prescription for treating internal injuries, saying that it was given to her by an old friend.
This time, she even took out a lost detoxification pill, which was probably also a gift from that old friend.
What kind of old friend would be willing to give such a precious elixir as a gift?
I'm afraid there's a lot of connection between them.
The same thought flashed through Ye Hanyi's mind, and she thought more than Lu Zhiran.
She had once overheard her parents mention that her aunt had a childhood sweetheart with whom she was very close. That sweetheart's ancestor had been her grandfather's military advisor, proficient not only in military tactics but also in medicine. However, due to the jealousy of his talent, he passed away early.
Could it be that this medicine of my aunt came from that childhood sweetheart?
Speculations were just speculations, but she didn't dare to speak nonsense, for fear of affecting her aunt's reputation.
At this time, the spies sent by Emperor Defeng to Xiping also returned to the capital with news.
After hearing this, Emperor Defeng's expression suddenly darkened.
An epidemic actually broke out in Xiping and lasted for several months!
"How dare Gu Qishan deliberately conceal this matter? This is outrageous!"
After a burst of anger, Emperor Defeng quickly calmed down and began to think about what to do next.
The tragic situation of the epidemic in Xiping last year is still vivid in people’s minds, and the court cannot ignore it.
If left unchecked, it may lead to an even greater tragedy.
If Qiangdi takes advantage of the situation to attack, the consequences will be disastrous.
Emperor Defeng summoned Xu Guozhen, the new director of the Imperial Medical Service.
Originally, Doctor Jiang was the director of the Imperial Medical Bureau, but last time at the hunting ground, Jiang Zelin intended to plot against Xiao Baozhu, which angered the emperor.
Imperial Physician Jiang went to the palace to apologize, voluntarily resigned from the position of director of the Imperial Medical Service, and promised that from then on, no descendants of the Jiang family would serve as officials in the court or work in the Imperial Medical Service.
Although Emperor Defeng valued talents, Jiang Zelin's behavior did touch his bottom line, so he directly agreed to the request of the old doctor Jiang.
Jiang Zelin, with his own efforts, destroyed the Jiang family's business that had been built up for generations.
Emperor Defeng appointed Xu Guozhen, the director of the Imperial Hospital, to Xiping to treat the epidemic. "I entrust this important task to you. You must quell the epidemic in Xiping. No mistakes can be made. Do you understand?"
Xu Guozhen's heart was pounding, but he did not hesitate and immediately accepted the order.
After taking his leave, Xu Guozhen couldn't help wiping the cold sweat from his forehead.
Why is there an epidemic breaking out in Xiping out of nowhere? That place is truly unlucky.
He was really unlucky that he was promoted to the director of the Imperial Medical Service at this time.
Just a few days after enjoying the success, he took on such a tough job.
Who is willing to treat the epidemic?
If you are not careful, you may lose your life.
The symptoms that the people of Xiping are experiencing this time are very strange, different from previous epidemics. He is still confused and has no idea what this epidemic is. He has no idea at all.
He returned to the Imperial Hospital, conveyed the emperor's order, and also took out several pulse diagnosis records.
"These pulse records were sent back from Xiping. Everyone, please study them carefully and come up with a plan on how to prescribe the medicine and what herbs to prepare. If we don't handle this properly and the Emperor blames us, our entire Imperial Hospital will be in big trouble."
Everyone took the pulse case and began to study it. Everyone talked at once, and when it came to writing the prescription, no one could put pen to paper because they were all afraid of taking responsibility.
Finally, someone suggested, "If Zhao Shuning were here, he might be able to write a prescription."
The speaker may not mean it, but the listener may take it seriously.
After hearing this, Xu Guozhen's mind began to move.
Zhao Shuning made great contributions in the last Xiping epidemic with a prescription. She was born in Xiping and must have a better understanding of the situation of the local people.
Maybe, she can really come up with a prescription.
He was ordered to go to Xiping to treat the epidemic. If he failed to do so, he would be dismissed from office and demoted at best, or even lose his life at worst.
For the sake of his own future, he had no choice but to sacrifice his reputation and go to the Marquis Xuanping's Mansion to beg the other party.
Zhao Shuning had just made a serious mistake and received severe punishment. If she could make some achievements this time, it would be a good thing for her.
Xu Guozhen no longer hesitated and immediately went to the Xuanping Marquis Mansion.
After hearing Xu Guozhen's words, Chu Yian didn't react for a long time.
Zhao Shuning secretly went to Xiping despite his injuries. Could it be that he received the news in advance and rushed to treat the epidemic in advance to seize the initiative and make further contributions?
It must be so.
She has always been a person who does not get up early without profit. If it were not profitable, she would not be so active.
Chu Yian's heart was beating wildly.
As long as Zhao Shuning makes another great contribution, the Xuanping Marquis Mansion will be able to revive itself!
"Lord Chu?"
Chu Yian came back to his senses and met Xu Guozhen's anxious face.
"If I could help Lord Xu, I would be honored. But right now, it's really inconvenient."
Xu Guozhen thought Chu Yian's words were just an excuse, and a look of displeasure immediately appeared on his face.
"I know this is somewhat presumptuous, but it is the Emperor's will to treat the plague in Xiping. If your wife can accomplish this feat, your family will also have the opportunity to achieve further glory. Lord Chu is a wise man and should understand the pros and cons of this matter."
Chu Yian looked apologetic. "Master Xu, what I said is not an excuse, but the truth. My wife is not at home right now. She was beaten and she was homesick while recuperating, so she returned home. Coincidentally, my wife's family is in Xiping. Judging by the distance, she might already be in Xiping City. If she saw the epidemic break out again in Xiping, she would definitely not stand idly by."
Xu Guozhen never expected that the truth would be like this and was speechless for a moment.
The reason he came to ask for the prescription this time was not because he really wanted Zhao Shuning to come forward and make a contribution, but because he wanted to borrow Zhao Shuning's prescription to make a contribution for himself. Anyway, Zhao Shuning was not at the scene, and he had no way to prove that he used her prescription.
But unexpectedly, Zhao Shuning had already arrived in Xiping.
How can I get the upper hand then?
Regardless of whether Chu Yian's words were true or false, he knew that his plan to ask for the prescription was doomed to fail.
Xu Guozhen didn't stay any longer and left in a hurry.
Since Zhao Shuning's approach didn't work, he had to take another one.
He went straight to the Jiang family and visited the old doctor Jiang in person.
Old Doctor Jiang was already old. Jiang Zelin had caused a disaster and lost an arm. The Jiang family was shrouded in a layer of gray haze, and Old Doctor Jiang became increasingly old.
Xu Guozhen was secretly shocked when he saw that the old doctor Jiang looked more than ten years older.
"Mr. Jiang, I have come to you today out of sheer necessity. I have a matter of grave importance concerning human life, and I would like to ask for your assistance in considering it."
Doctor Jiang covered his lips and coughed lightly. "What's the matter? Tell me."
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