eurekapd Chapter 114 The person behind releasing the mosquitoes...
Chapter 114 The person behind releasing the mosquitoes...
Xiao Ba shook his head vigorously, looking just like a rattle drum, and shouted:
"Absolutely not! This is top-quality medicine! Although its effect on malaria is almost negligible, if it weren't for this, your mother would probably have died long ago!"
Therefore, the fact that your mother is still alive is truly thanks to this bitter bowl of medicine!
After speaking, Hachi's movements suddenly became agile and orderly. Its mechanical arm deftly opened the paper medicine box and took out two small bottles of medicine.
Its eyes, though electronic, seemed to radiate a focused light. It squinted and carefully examined the label. After confirming that everything was correct, it cautiously poured the appropriate amount of medicine into the medicine spoon.
Then, Xiao Ba flew quietly to Consort De's bedside, its movements so gentle as if afraid of disturbing the patient's peace.
Xiao Ba gently pried open Consort De's mouth and steadily placed the medicine into it.
Then, it picked up the remaining half bowl of medicine and, with practiced ease, poured it down Consort De's throat in one smooth motion.
The whole process was quick and efficient, and the medication was administered in the blink of an eye.
Xiao Ba clapped his hands in satisfaction, and casually wiped away the remaining medicine stains from the corner of Consort De's mouth with his mechanical arm, then raised his voice and said:
"Alright! Now all we have to do is wait for her to wake up from her nap. Once she's awake, remember to prepare some food for her, including meat!"
Ideally, it should be food that's filling but not too greasy, and the flavor should be relatively light!
Upon hearing these instructions, Yunshang nodded obediently, indicating that she understood.
At the same time, she timidly raised her big eyes and secretly glanced at Xiao Ba.
This thing can not only fly, but it can also speak human language! She has been working in this deep palace for quite a few years, and she has never seen such a strange and wonderful object before!
Feeling her intense gaze, Xiao Ba shoved her big face against her, "Look, look... I'll let you look to your heart's content!"
Yunshang's eyes widened in fright. "This...this...I'm not watching anymore, I'm not watching anymore!"
A blush rose to her face; she was clearly taken aback by Xiao Ba's frankness!
Seeing this, Pei Yunjing quickly interrupted, "Alright, Xiao Ba, stop teasing Yunshang! You stay here and help me keep Mother here! I need to go and discuss important matters with Father."
His voice was firm and powerful. After giving his instructions, he turned to leave, but then turned back to Xiao Ba and Yun Shang and added:
"I entrust my mother to you all. Please take good care of her."
As soon as he finished speaking, Pei Yunjing's figure disappeared hurriedly outside the palace gate, leaving Xiao Ba and Yunshang to continue guarding Consort De.
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Meanwhile, inside the magnificent Crown Prince's residence, the atmosphere was tranquil and profound.
Pei Huai-ren sat upright in a rosewood chair in his study, the white jade teacup in his hand gleaming warmly in the sunlight.
He gently blew on the steam rising from the rim of his cup, savoring the new tea of the year with a faint smile on his face.
However, a sharp light gleamed in those deep eyes.
"Hmph, Pei Yunjing, Pei Yunjing!"
He muttered to himself, a hint of sarcasm in his voice:
"Now that the plague is rampant and the people are suffering terribly, I want to see what brilliant methods you, as the respected sixth prince, have to solve all this!"
As soon as he finished speaking, he turned his wrist and placed the teacup steadily on the table with an elegant and composed movement, producing a crisp sound.
He got up and walked to the window, where he lit the mosquito coil that was about to burn out. The coil emitted a peculiar smell that unconsciously made him feel a sense of peace.
Looking back to two weeks ago, it was a stormy night.
A group of Japanese people mysteriously found him, claiming they had a unique way to gain unprecedented favor from the emperor.
Although Pei Huai-ren was full of doubts, the allure of power ultimately led him to decide to take the risk.
He didn't know why these Japanese people had chosen him, nor what their true purpose was, but Pei Huai-ren knew that this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
The increase in mosquitoes in the capital was the result of his secret operation.
These specially treated mosquito coils are the antidote provided by the Japanese!
Pei Huai-ren closed his eyes slightly, imagining that in the near future, he would be in the imperial court, watching Pei Yun-jing's overwhelmed state.
A cold smile curled at the corner of his mouth, as if he could already see the dawn of victory.
"This is just the beginning..." Pei Huai-ren murmured softly, the mosquito coil in his hand shimmering faintly in the darkness, like the burning ambition in his heart.
Gazing at the gradually darkening sky outside, he secretly plotted his next move.
He knew that the plague was just one move in his game, and he needed more chips to secure his victory.
"Pei Yunjing, just enjoy this last bit of peace."
Pei Huai-ren muttered to himself, a cold glint in his eyes, "In the near future, this capital city, this entire world, will be under my control, Pei Huai-ren."
His words were full of ambition and confidence, as if he had already foreseen his future glory.
"Report... Something terrible has happened, Your Highness!"
Suddenly, an urgent report came through...
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Inside the Zichen Palace, the carved beams and painted rafters were magnificent and resplendent, yet under the dim light, a heavy and oppressive feeling was faintly revealed.
The atmosphere in the entire hall was unusually tense and solemn, as if even the air itself had frozen.
Suddenly, a series of hurried footsteps approached from afar, breaking the tranquility.
A eunuch rushed into the main hall in a panic, immediately knelt down, and cried out in a trembling voice, his voice filled with barely concealed urgency:
"Report... His Highness the Sixth Prince requests an audience, saying he has important matters to discuss with His Majesty in person!"
At this moment, Pei Chuan, sitting upright on the dragon throne, was intently reading through the mountain of memorials in his hands.
His brows were furrowed tightly, like a blob of ink that couldn't be dissolved, and his deep eyes revealed a deep sense of worry.
Beneath those eyes, there were clearly visible dark circles of bluish-black marks, obviously caused by working tirelessly day and night on state affairs, resulting in sleepless nights.
Upon hearing the eunuch's report, Pei Chuan was slightly taken aback, then let out a soft sigh.
Immediately afterwards, he slowly put down the memorial in his hand and neatly placed it on the table beside him.
Then, in a slightly weary voice, he said, "Very well, let him in."
You must know that the terrible plague that has broken out in the capital recently has been like a wild horse that has broken free of its reins, running rampant and ravaging without any restraint.
Whether they were high-ranking officials or ordinary people, none could escape the clutches of this disaster.
Even many of the civil and military officials in the court unfortunately contracted the disease, resulting in more and more vacant positions in the court.
For a time, everyone felt insecure, and people were filled with anxiety and fear.
The eunuch acknowledged the order and withdrew. A short while later, the Sixth Prince, Pei Jin, strode into the Zichen Palace, his face also bearing a worried expression.
"Father, the situation is becoming increasingly dire, and we must come up with a solution as soon as possible." Pei Jin got straight to the point, his tone revealing urgency.
Pei Chuan nodded, gesturing for Pei Yunjin to sit down. "My son, what are your thoughts?"