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Chapter 83 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Helplessly, Xue Yao watched as the rebellious brat gulped down a bowl of honey. In an instant, Xue Yao erupted, “Your Highness! You can’t…” “Can’t what?” The Seventh Prince squinted, locking his gaze onto him. “Who are you?” Xue Yao: “……” “Ah—” The Seventh Prince feigned realization. “So, … Read more
Chapter 82 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> On the way back to the capital, Xue Yao immersed himself in the joy of shopping spree. After finishing the Pingrong County side quest, the system surprisingly rewarded him nearly 28,000 Whitewashing Points, sufficient for a leisurely retirement, allowing him to relax indefinitely like a seasoned salted fish! … Read more
Chapter 81 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> A group of frail patients, most of whom were knocked out by Fourth Zhang, lay scattered on the ground in disarray. Those who hadn’t fainted struggled to get up, their eyes wide open, crawling towards the gate. Some people’s faces and lips showed signs of cyanosis, their conjunctivas … Read more
Chapter 80 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Three days later, Xue Yao and Fourth Zhang, along with the bailiffs, arrived at the western outskirts, leading over five hundred villagers to a remote valley pre-arranged for isolation. Among these five hundred people, not all of them had contracted the plague. Some were feeling unwell, suffering from … Read more
Chapter 79 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Stealing precious mementos from terminally ill patients resulted in three new cases in the village. In the middle of the night, local villagers heard the cries of poultry outside their homes. In a state of panic, they rushed outside only to see a bizarre figure with a head … Read more
Chapter 78 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The number of commoners kneeling at the government office’s entrance increased day by day. To prevent potential plague carriers among them, Xue Yao demanded the local officials to disperse the commoners. However, most of these commoners had sick family members or had lost loved ones due to this. … Read more
Chapter 77 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> In the black-pitch room, Xue Yao struggled to see the expression on the man’s face. He could only vaguely catch a hint of hesitation in his slightly bright eyes, which swiftly vanished. “Corrupt official!” The burly man’s thoughts turned, and the sickle in his hand pressed close to … Read more
Chapter 76 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The imperial physicians decided on a prescription, completely ignoring Xue Yao’s proposal to isolate the patients. This problem was evidently much more severe than the challenges of the Road to Shu and procuring provisions. Although it could not be confirmed that this plague was the Black Death, it … Read more
Chapter 75 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The upcoming trip out of the capital was different from the last trip. Every necessity had to be carefully prepared. Gathering medicinal herbs was a priority. They had to be stored in the Interstice Mall to avoid performing magic tricks in front of the attendants. In addition, protective … Read more
Chapter 74 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The Fifth Prince finished sharing his insights with Xue Yao, then turned to check if the Seventh Prince had gained any valuable experience from it. To his surprise, the chubby younger brother was slumped over the table, his spirit utterly broken. “What’s wrong with Old Seventh? You’ve been … Read more
Chapter 73 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The following day, Xue Yao and the young princes, acting as bystanders, accompanied Fourth Zhang to Zhongcui Palace. Consort Hui was gathered with palace maids and eunuchs, engaging in a game of chance. The rules involved shooting arrows at a designated fig tree in the courtyard from fifty … Read more
Chapter 72 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Although Xue Yao had watched the Fifth Prince grow up, he only discovered today the discontent and resentment in his heart. He originally thought that Consort Hui would not care about the Emperor’s neglect. After all, she was a bold and heroic woman. Compared to the other imperial … Read more
