jdhmnovel Chapter 316 Plague
Chapter 316 Plague
Xie Jinghan thought Wen Yitong would say unpleasant things to Wen Shuyao as before, but who knew that Wen Shuyao would bring such big news when she returned.
"She has the ability to foresee the future?" Xie Jinghan frowned. Although he took the plague seriously, he did not dare to completely trust Wen Yitong.
Wen Yitong is a very strange person.
Seeing Xie Jinghan's suspicious look, Wen Shuyao pondered for a moment and said, "Your Highness, since she dared to say that, there must be some truth to it."
“Besides, we won’t do exactly what she says and let her lead us by the nose,” she explained. “Since she says there’s a plague in Yongcheng in Jiangnan, we can send people to Yongcheng to investigate and find out.”
“A plague is no small matter; it’s not something a prefect of a city can stop.” Wen Shuyao was extremely serious. “If there really is a plague, there will definitely be clues.”
Xie Jinghan was silent for a moment, then nodded: "Yaoyao is right. In that case, let's send Siqing to investigate."
“Longzhou, where we are now, is only two days’ journey from Yongcheng. If we travel at full speed, we can arrive in a day. If what she said is true, that there is a plague in Yongcheng…” Xie Jinghan’s peach blossom eyes were extremely deep, “With Si Qing’s abilities, he will definitely have noticed something.”
If the plague were to spread, the consequences would be unimaginable.
The Great Li cannot withstand this disaster. If there is indeed a plague, it must be nipped in the bud.
Thinking of this, he raised his hand.
Si Qing rushed over immediately.
"Go to Yongcheng," Xie Jinghan ordered.
Si Qing agreed without hesitation.
But Xie Jinghan's next words completely stunned him.
"If we can enter the city smoothly," Xie Jinghan pondered for a moment, "then we will go to the clinics and pharmacies to check if there are any people suspected of having the plague."
Si Qing was nodding when he heard this and was completely stunned: "Plague?"
His eyes were filled with shock as he looked at Xie Jinghan in disbelief, and then, belatedly, he looked at Wen Shuyao.
Right after Wen Shuyao spoke with Xie Jinghan, Xie Jinghan issued this order, making it hard not to associate it with Wen Shuyao.
"You have a problem with that?" Xie Jinghan glanced at Si Qing.
Si Qing quickly shook his head: "This subordinate has no objection. This subordinate just did not expect that Yongcheng would have a plague..."
"It's just speculation for now," Xie Jinghan advised him. "If you discover anything, come back and report immediately."
After Si Qing nodded, his expression turned somewhat strange: "If it really is a plague..."
"Immediately send someone on horseback to the capital to request that Academician Zhou come to Longzhou." Xie Jinghan considered for a moment, then added, "Tell Academician Zhou the truth. As for His Majesty... just say that I am unwell."
Si Qing readily agreed, knowing that this matter could not be delayed. After Xie Jinghan finished giving his instructions, he immediately walked down the deck.
Suddenly, a dark cloud descended upon the once cheerful boat.
If it really is a plague...
If the Great Li is in chaos, then the people of Jiangnan... will suffer even more.
Xie Jinghan's eyes shifted: "If it really is a plague, if this plague kills a city's people... I will never let Wen Yitong go."
Wen Yitong knew about this matter but concealed it and even wanted to take this opportunity to retaliate against Wen Shuyao.
Even if Wen Shuyao had made a prior agreement with her, Xie Jinghan would never let her go.
"Your Highness, rest assured." Wen Shuyao gently held Xie Jinghan's hand. Although it was a gentle gesture, it greatly soothed Xie Jinghan's restless heart.
“Longzhou and Yongcheng are not far apart, yet they are still peaceful and prosperous, which shows that Yongcheng is also under control,” Wen Shuyao said softly. “If the plague cannot be controlled, Longzhou will be the first to be affected.”
"You also witnessed the grand scene at Longzhou Wharf when we were there." Wen Shuyao spoke each word very gently. "If it is confirmed that there is indeed a plague in Yongcheng, it will surely be cured under the treatment of Imperial Physicians such as Zhou Yuanzheng."
"I know." Xie Jinghan grasped her hand in return, his concern and worry in his eyes impossible to conceal. "Now that the water bandits have been dealt with, you should return to the capital now."
If what Wen Yitong said comes true, then they won't be able to leave even if they want to.
As a prince, he naturally had to stay here to guard the area and prevent anyone with ulterior motives from causing trouble.
But Wen Shuyao was different. How could he leave the woman he cherished in such a dangerous place?
Before Xie Jinghan could speak, Wen Shuyao grabbed his arm tightly: "Are you trying to get rid of me again?"
"I'm not trying to get rid of you, I just..." Xie Jinghan said in a low voice, "I'm just worried about you."
He didn't want Wen Shuyao to face something as terrible as the plague.
However, Wen Shuyao's beautiful phoenix eyes were raised high as she looked at him and said, "Your Highness, you said the same thing during the last palace coup."
“But I’m not afraid of danger or hardship. I just want to be with the one I love.” Wen Shuyao raised her chin and looked at Xie Jinghan.
Upon hearing this, Xie Jinghan paused for a moment.
Although he did not agree with Wen Shuyao staying, her words made him extremely happy.
However, no matter how happy he was, he didn't want Wen Shuyao to stay in such a dangerous place.
Even though it was not yet certain whether there was a plague in Yongcheng, he could not accept it as long as there was even the slightest possibility of harming Wen Shuyao.
"Listen to me." Xie Jinghan lowered his voice. "I'll have Granny Qi escort you away."
"Haven't you always wanted to accompany your grandmother to Baohua Temple to light the eternal lamp for your mother?" Xie Jinghan's voice was extremely gentle. "Why don't you take this opportunity to accompany your grandmother?"
Wen Shuyao shook her head firmly: "I want to stay and keep you company."
“My maternal grandmother and mother also do not want to see me abandon you and leave alone when danger comes.”
"Your Highness, you abandoned me last time, and if you abandon me again this time..."
Wen Shuyao didn't finish her sentence. Instead, she looked up at Xie Jinghan and said, "Your Highness, true love is revealed in times of hardship. I will never abandon you."
Having said that, she stopped looking at Xie Jinghan, let go of his hand, and strode towards the cabin.
Seeing Wen Shuyao's resolute back, Xie Jinghan felt rather helpless.
Granny Qi, who had been watching from the sidelines for a long time, appeared like a ghost: "Your Highness, you are in the wrong."
Granny Qi had taken care of Xie Jinghan since he was a child, and Xie Jinghan had always respected this wet nurse.
Hearing this, he sighed: "But Granny, I just want her to leave this place of trouble. Once the plague spreads... even I... I'm afraid I won't be able to save my life."
"You've spent so much time with the Princess, do you really think she's someone who's afraid of death?" Granny Qi shook her head and said, "You've really misjudged the Princess's resolve."