"The people they left in the capital sent me some things. I asked my subordinates to exchange them for food and medicinal herbs to donate." Shen Yu thought of something important. "Your Majesty, you must let them prepare for the plague in advance."
After a disaster, there would be a plague. The former was a natural disaster and couldn't be resisted. The latter could be minimized through manpower.
"I have already instructed them. This time, I will send the imperial physicians who are experienced in this field. I have also recruited physicians who are experienced in this field. They will go to Subei with the next batch of relief supplies." Through this incident, Shang Junlin realized that a lot of things could be done by using the power of the people.
In the past, they were too narrow-minded and ignored the huge power that could be used by the people. If it wasn't for Shen Yu mentioning it, he was afraid that the disaster relief this time wouldn't have gone so smoothly.
"Your Majesty, is there any new progress regarding 'Fei Meng'?" After this drought, if there was an epidemic, would it be related to 'Fei Meng'?
Shang Junlin shook his head: "The Hidden Dragon Guards are investigating, but there are very few clues. Every time, they will be cut off at the most crucial point. I am afraid of alerting the enemy, so I didn't let them make too big of a move."
"Your Majesty, which imperial physician are you sending to Subei this time? Is he reliable? "Shen Yu asked.
"It's Imperial Physician Wu and one of his students. They will also bring along a few less experienced ones. Imperial Physician Gu also wanted to go, but I didn't allow it." In Shang Junlin's heart, Subei was important, but Shen Yu's health was another matter. Imperial Physician Gu was responsible for Shen Yu's health. He wouldn't let Imperial Physician Gu leave so easily.
"There are no problems with these people. A Yu, what do you think?" Shang Junlin didn't think that Shen Yu would ask about this for no reason.
"There are some things I want to say about 'Fei Meng'."
In the end, after Shen Yu and Shang Junlin discussed, they decided to reveal some important information to Imperial Physician Wu. Imperial Physician Wu's medical skills were excellent, and he had studied all kinds of epidemics. If it really involved 'Fei Meng', Imperial Physician Wu would be able to distinguish it in time.
Imperial Physician Courtyard.
Imperial Doctor Wu called his student and Imperial Doctor Gu over.
"I've already spoken to His Majesty. You don't have to worry too much. There are many doctors going to Subei. There won't be any problems." Imperial Physician Wu comforted his disciples.
He knew that his students were worried about him, but there were some things that if everyone did not do out of fear of possible risks, it would only lead to more serious consequences.
Moreover, he had come into contact with various epidemics in the past, so it was not as scary as the rumors said. It was just that the infection rate was slightly higher. If the cause of the disease was found and the right medicine was used, the disease could still be cured.
As a doctor, he should treat all illnesses equally. If he gave up because of fear, he might as well quit being a doctor.
"We know that we can't persuade Teacher, and we won't. We only hope that Teacher can take good care of himself. Third Senior Brother, when you go with Teacher, you must remind Teacher to eat on time, rest on time, and not be overworked."
In truth, it wasn't that they didn't want their teacher to go, but they couldn't help but worry. After all, their teacher was getting on in years. Going to the faraway Su Bei, where the environment was harsh, what if something happened …
"Brothers, don't worry. I will." The third disciple stood up and cupped his hands to everyone.
"Actually, I originally wanted to bring Little Gu along. This is a very good opportunity for him to gain experience. Unfortunately, His Majesty won't allow it." Imperial Physician Wu knew that Imperial Physician Gu's qualifications were still lacking if he wanted to take over his position. If he could go with him to Su Bei, he could earn some merits.
Imperial Physician Gu also wanted to go. On one hand, he studied because of his family background, and on the other hand, he wanted to save the people of the world. He had expressed his thoughts to His Majesty in private, but His Majesty clearly hoped that he could stay in the capital and look after His Majesty's health.
Imperial Physician Wu gave a few more instructions to his students. He was determined to go to Su Bei. How could he not know that he was getting on in years? But with his medical skills, he still had to put them to good use.
"You all should also relax. This time, there hasn't been an epidemic in Su Bei yet. We're going to do more to prevent it, so it's not that dangerous. Instead of worrying here, why don't you use what you've learned to make some medicine? I'll bring it with me when the time comes." Imperial Physician Wu didn't want his students to be stuck in a state of worry, so he suggested.
Based on his experience, Imperial Physician Wu listed some necessary items and entered the palace to make a final report.
At that time, Shang Junlin was with Shen Yu, so he asked Imperial Physician Wu to come directly to Yuzhang Palace.
This was the first time Imperial Physician Wu saw Shen Yu at such a close distance. He once thought that Shen Yu was a sickly beauty, but when he saw him, he discovered that he wasn't.
If he didn't know that Shen Yu had congenital deficiency in advance, Imperial Physician Wu would have thought that he was a normal person just by looking at his current appearance.
His complexion was very good, his eyes were bright, and there wasn't a trace of illness on his body. Sitting together with His Majesty, his aura wasn't suppressed at all. The atmosphere between the two complemented each other and couldn't tolerate anyone else.
No wonder His Majesty didn't want Gu Chong to go to Su Bei.
At this moment, Imperial Physician Wu understood. Because in His Majesty's heart, Guijun's status was not lower than anything else. It was even faintly higher than anything else. There could be many doctors going to Subei. One more Imperial Physician Gu wouldn't make a difference. However, the only one who could make His Majesty feel assured to nurse Guijun's body was Imperial Physician Gu.
Imperial Physician Gu was indeed the most talented doctor he had ever seen. If it weren't for Xi Cai, he wouldn't have made an exception to let Imperial Physician Gu enter the Imperial Hospital. Now, he wouldn't have made an exception and wanted to pass his position to him.
According to the pulse recorded by the Imperial Hospital, Guijun's physical condition was really not good. Even if Imperial Physician Wu were to nurse Guijun's body, it probably wouldn't have the effect it had now.
"Imperial Physician Wu, please sit down. Don't be restrained." Shen Yu asked the palace servants to bring a chair for Imperial Physician Wu.
He and Shang Junlin were originally playing chess in the courtyard. When they heard that Imperial Physician Wu had come, they directly met him in the courtyard. Since it wasn't a formal occasion, there was no need to be too restrained.
After Imperial Physician Wu sat down, he talked about the preparations of the Imperial Hospital and some handover matters.
"This official will temporarily hand over the Imperial Hospital to Gu Chong. Your Majesty, please rest assured. This official has arranged everything. After this official leaves, the Imperial Hospital will operate as usual. There won't be any trouble."
"I know. If there's anything you need, just tell me. This time, you're going to Subei to do things for me. I won't treat you unfairly." Shang Junlin said.
"Your Majesty is too serious. Even if Your Majesty didn't give the order, this official would have wanted to go there personally. This official sat in this position because of the merit of curing the epidemic. These years, there hasn't been any new epidemic under Your Majesty's rule, so there's no place for this official to use his skills. Your Majesty, please rest assured. With this official here, this official will not let any problems occur in Subei!"
No one except Imperial Physician Wu dared to make such a promise.
"With you here, I'm very relieved. During this trip, Imperial Physician Wu must also take good care of your body." Shang Junlin still had a lot of trust in Imperial Physician Wu's medical skills.
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty." As a subject, what he hoped most was to be appreciated by the Emperor. Imperial Physician Wu felt that everything was worth it to hear Shang Junlin's words today.
"There's one more thing. The medical alcohol that I gave you before can not only reduce wound infection, but also be used to disinfect. Another thing is, if there really is an epidemic, I hope that Imperial Physician Wu can carefully observe and see if there are any differences or similarities between this epidemic and the ones you've seen before. I've listed some things here. If the situation matches up, I hope that Imperial Physician Wu can report the news to Lord Fang as soon as possible."
Shen Yu waved his hand. "Mu Xi, bring the things here."
Mu Xi presented a sealed letter and handed it to Imperial Physician Wu.
"Imperial Physician Wu, just read the things inside and remember them by yourself." Shang Junlin said.
"This official obeys."
"Why did A Yu write those things to Imperial Physician Wu?" After Imperial Physician Wu left, Shang Junlin asked, "Previously, A Yu asked about 'Fei Meng'. Is it because he suspects that the epidemic in Subei is related to 'Fei Meng'?"
It had to be said that Shang Junlin was a very sensitive person. He could easily grasp the most crucial information from a person's movements and then integrate it to reach a conclusion that was infinitely close to the truth.
"You can say that." Shen Yu didn't hide anything from Shang Junlin now. "But it's just my personal guess. Whether it's true or not depends on Imperial Physician Wu's verification."
In the letter, Shen Yu wrote about the phenomenon of the man-made epidemic and the symptoms of some people who were infected. He also wrote some countermeasures according to the memory of his previous life. The man-made epidemic that he knew of didn't happen in the present, so he wasn't sure if the other party would take action.
"A Yu, don't worry. We've made sufficient preparations this time. Nothing will happen." Shang Junlin held Shen Yu's hand and comforted him.
After the first batch of relief materials was organized, they were transported to Subei from all over the country.
Shang Junlin gave a strict order that every donation of money and materials must be made public. When the materials arrived in Subei, how to use them would be transmitted to each place so that the people could participate in the whole process.
Shen Yu and Shang Junlin had previously proposed to build a separate communication channel for each place. This was the first time that the latest information about the disaster relief would be sent to each place at the fastest speed through this channel.
Unlike the court bulletin, this newspaper was for everyone in Dahuan. Taking into account that there were people who were illiterate, special readers were arranged.
At first, the imperial court didn't agree to do this. Some officials felt that it was improper to tell the people everything. Shang Junlin didn't bother to pay attention to them and directly gave the order. Once the imperial edict was issued, not many people dared to disobey it.
Only the Prime Minister suffered because there was one more thing he had to take responsibility for.
"After this incident, I plan to send He Chengyu and the others to Subei." At night, Shang Junlin said while reading through the memorials.
Being transferred outside had always been the fastest way to increase one's qualifications. If one could make some achievements, they could be transferred back to the capital ahead of time and enter the center of power in Dahuan.
Every official who passed the imperial examination had to go through this. According to the normal process, He Chengyu and the others needed to work in Hanlin Academy for two to three years, then be transferred outside, and then be transferred back to the capital step by step. Now, they had only worked in Hanlin Academy for less than half a year, and Shang Junlin wanted to send them to Subei. In fact, it was against the ancestral rules.
However, in Shang Junlin's place, the ancestral rules were meant to be broken.
"Why does Your Majesty suddenly want them to go to Subei?"
"When the disaster relief is over, I don't plan to keep any of these officials in Subei." If they still wanted to hide such a big incident, they shouldn't stay in that position.
"A Yu, come over here and let me hug you."
As soon as Shen Yu approached, the man pulled her into his arms.
Shang Junlin buried his head in Shen Yu's neck and took a deep breath: "Hug A Yu and these things won't be so troublesome."
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