Lin Xiaofeng packed up his backpack and resolutely embarked on this unknown and challenging journey, while Luo Huajun and others stayed at the same place, deploying the camp nervously and orderly, preparing to engage the enemy and lure them deeper, and then wait for opportunities. Evacuate south.
At this moment, the King of Hanjiang stood in front of the heavily damaged ship. The terrifying power of the rocket launchers still lingered in his heart. He regretted that he could not set sail earlier and stay away from this land of right and wrong.
He knew that the situation was critical and decisively ordered his subordinates to capture Lin Xiaofeng within two days, otherwise they would set sail immediately without delay.
There were beacons everywhere in the deep mountain forests, and the Yangqu army launched a fierce battle with the enemy.
Luo Huajun was like a strategizing general. At the right time, he ordered his subordinates to stop throwing explosives and switch to hand-to-hand combat, fighting and retreating at the same time.
Although the enemy army gradually adapted to the panic caused by the explosion, in front of this group of well-trained and brave warriors of the Yangqu Army, their combat effectiveness gradually declined and they appeared to be unable to achieve their goals.
Luo Huajun led the people to fight bravely against the enemy, and their morale was so high that they finally forced the enemy to retreat.
Beside the bonfire late at night, Liang Huankun reported the results of the day's battle to Luo Huajun. Luo Huajun calmly analyzed the battle situation and concluded that the enemy army would be completely defeated tomorrow because they had observed signs that the enemy army was short of food and exhausted.
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Early the next morning, just as Luo Huajun expected, the enemy troops began to evacuate on a large scale. Witnessing this scene, Luo Huajun deeply realized that everyone in the war could easily fall into the trap of excessive love for war, so he warned them that they must strictly implement orders and not follow Xie Hongxin's example of being passive in the battle due to personal emotions. Liang Huankun still had doubts as to why the enemy did not use broad and heavy swords to fight.
Luo Huajun answered: Those anti-Japanese broadswords were personally supervised by Lin Xiaofeng. They were made of fine materials and exquisite craftsmanship, making them difficult for ordinary armies to equip. Moreover, not everyone can hold heavy swords for a long time and fight for a long time.
As for Lin Xiaofeng, Luo Huajun was full of firm trust in his heart. He firmly believed that he was not far away and would be able to detect the firework signals they sent and seek support in a timely manner. In this land that has been baptized by the flames of war, every small action and decision may be the key to turning things around.
The night was as dark as ink, and the fire of battle became more and more intense. Liang Huankun and others could hardly find a moment to breathe. The roar of landmines awakened the silent night sky, but Luo Huajun unexpectedly issued an order to go in the opposite direction, allowing his troops to move in the opposite direction. Move forward bravely in the direction of the enemy's attack.
The Yangqu County army does have unique advantages in field battles and night battles. They are strong and well-disciplined. In contrast, the enemy's army is physically weak and their combat effectiveness is slightly weak. In addition, the Yangqu army makes full use of its visual advantages at night. Adopting a proactive strategy, the troops quietly sneaked into the enemy camp in several groups to conduct a surprise attack, dismantling the enemy's defense lines one by one with lightning speed.
As the light dawned on the horizon and the white fish belly gradually appeared, Luo Huajun sized up the situation and decisively ordered his men to retreat south in order to rest and regroup their forces and avoid enemy pursuit while taking advantage of the victory. At the same time, the King of Hanjiang sat alone on the bank, staying awake all night, until the white fish belly appeared in the east. He saw the defeated soldiers fleeing from the woods in embarrassment. The number was less than half of the original number, and he suddenly understood how bad the situation had deteriorated. situation. A humiliated general came forward to plead guilty: "Your Majesty, this general is not very talented and learned, and failed to prevent the enemy from successfully escaping." After hearing this, the King of Hanjiang was astonished and asked about the specific strength of the enemy's troops. The general felt guilty. I lied and said that the other side only had a hundred people, but the power of their firearms was beyond imagination, causing our side to suffer heavy losses. More than 700 people were killed, and our morale was extremely low. We are now unable to fight. What's worse is that the supply of food and grass is in short supply. If we can't If the strategic deployment is adjusted in time, it is only a matter of time before the entire army is annihilated.
One morning four days later, a haggard, ragged, and shambling beggar appeared on the winding official road. A closer look revealed that this beggar was none other than the tortured Lin Xiaofeng. He trekked alone for more than five days and nights in the dangerous mountain forest, struggling to survive on what little dry food was left and catching insects for drinking water. During this period, he was even attacked by ferocious wild boars and nearly died several times. In desperation, he tore his clothes to leave marks and tried to use fireworks signals to call for help. However, due to various reasons, the fire could not be ignited, and the plan was ultimately in vain. With perseverance and persistent desire for survival, Lin Xiaofeng finally broke through many difficulties and walked out of the jungle shrouded in death. When he saw the hazy outline of the town in the distance, the fire of hope in his heart was rekindled. Although he was extremely exhausted, he still gritted his teeth and staggered towards the city gate. However, the soldiers guarding the city did not show any sympathy. Instead, they roughly pushed him to the ground, ridiculed and drove him away. Faced with such humiliation, although Lin Xiaofeng felt extremely painful, he remained unyielding and determined to enter the city to find a chance of life.
Lin Xiaofeng, leaning on a mottled wooden stick, struggled to lift himself up from the ground, his steps faltering like a candle. He dragged heavy steps towards the ruthless guard under the city gate. His face was as gloomy as if he had condensed the bitterness of the years, but his eyes were burning with a flame of perseverance and helplessness. He confided in a low and powerful voice: "Master, please don't misunderstand me. I am not a beggar living on the street, but a common people born and raised in this city." When the guard heard this, a cold mockery appeared on his face. He smiled and asked, with questions and doubts in his tone: "What evidence do you have? Is there any way to prove your identity?" At the same time, because the dialect spoken by Lin Xiaofeng was far different from the local dialect, it was even more confusing. The guard firmly believed that the sallow-faced man in front of him was just a beggar in disguise. When the three words "Gefeng Bay" were thrown from the mouth of the guard, it was like an invisible heavy hammer, hitting Lin Xiaofeng's heart hard. Horror suddenly surged into his heart, secretly speculating that this place name might be related to the popular Han River. The king is implicated. If he rushes to visit the government at this time, he is afraid that it will cause unpredictable disasters.
In the misery of this world, without a guide, you are like a rootless duckweed, wandering uncertainly, and your steps are limited. Lin Xiaofeng took a closer look at himself. He was in rags, penniless, and of unknown origin, and an inescapable sense of embarrassment followed him. At this moment, he suddenly felt that his bag was empty, and his embarrassment doubled. He suppressed the shame in his heart and begged: "Master, I will tell you the truth. I fled here because of the war. I only hope that you can be merciful. Give me a meal."
The guard did not let him go easily, and still pursued him closely to ask about his origins. Lin Xiaofeng answered Shenyang, but the guard snorted and laughed, full of disbelief. Knowing that he could only argue with arguments, Lin Xiaofeng argued that he had once been a person who read poetry and books, and wanted to use his writing skills to verify his identity. After hearing this, all the guards laughed and mocked him, and ordered him to splash ink on the dirt immediately. Lin Xiaofeng then knelt down, picked up a rough branch from his feet, and solemnly wrote the three characters "Hello, Master Jun" in the mud. The surrounding soldiers looked on and laughed at his crude handwriting, which was obviously the handiwork of a lower-class person.
After a while of joking, the guard finally got fed up and ordered Lin Xiaofeng to leave quickly. Feeling dejected, Lin Xiaofeng retreated not far from the city gate and inspected the few belongings left on her body alone, her heart burning with anxiety. Just when he was desperate, his hand accidentally touched a belt inlaid with beautiful jade around his waist. The huge jade was engraved with auspicious animal patterns, which was priceless.
Lin Xiaofeng acted according to the opportunity and mustered up the courage to walk towards the leading guard again and respectfully presented the jade. The guard took the jade, and a look of surprise flashed across his face for a moment. Lin Xiaofeng immediately used his skill of speaking the lotus flower, claiming that the jade had chosen its owner to live in, and specially gave it to the brave defenders as a mark of respect. Although the guard was dubious, he finally decided to let him into the city.
The moment he crossed the city gate, Lin Xiaofeng learned from the lively conversations among the people around him that the New Year had arrived. He couldn't help but be shocked and felt mixed emotions in his heart. He mingled among the bustling markets, and although he was down and out, he witnessed the prosperous people's livelihood and prosperous commerce here. In order to survive, Lin Xiaofeng relied on his past business experience and wisdom to find an excellent begging place and carefully arranged the scene. A simple signboard clearly read: [Alms to this person, you will have good luck tomorrow].
In this complicated mood, Lin Xiaofeng gradually felt tired, so he leaned against the wall and fell asleep quietly. The prominence of the past is in stark contrast to the abjection of today, and the twists and turns of fate are regrettable. Although he is worried about the situation of his relatives and friends, he understands that the first priority at this moment is still to fill his stomach and protect himself. In this way, Lin Xiaofeng fell into a deep sleep in a mixture of sleepiness and exhaustion, waiting for a new day to once again struggle with the torrent of life and face the unknown challenge of fate.
Lin Xiaofeng was suddenly awakened by a heavy blow on his waist in the depths of his dream, as if falling from nothingness into reality. The dazzling sunlight made him unable to adapt for a moment. From falling into a deep sleep in the afternoon yesterday, until I woke up at noon the next day, it felt like a world away, and everything around me had changed. As soon as he opened his eyes, the scene in front of him was completely different from before he fell asleep. The objects around him disappeared without a trace, and were replaced by a child beggar with a dusty face. He looked directly at him with sharp eyes and said bluntly: "You have taken over my begging place." Lin Xiaofeng's face changed rapidly when he heard this, and a fierce look gradually appeared on his brows. He asked sternly: "Where is my begging bowl?" The child beggar responded angrily: "What the hell? Bowl? This is my territory!”
Lin Xiaofeng was filled with regret and struggled to get up and lean against the wall. His disheveled hair was tightly grasped by him, and his sad face was full of vicissitudes of life. Seeing that he had not left, the child beggar even threatened to gather his companions to drive him out. Lin Xiaofeng, who was empty in her belly, endured her hunger. Although she still had pride in her heart, she still humbly asked the child beggar if there was any leftover food, and begged: "Can you give me a mouthful of food so that I can survive?" After hearing this, the child beggar said, Suspicion suddenly arose in my heart, and I felt that it was strange for Lin Xiaofeng to be so hungry and miserable just after the New Year, despite his tough words and arrogant attitude. Although the child beggar despised Lin Xiaofeng for wearing shabby clothes, he finally exchanged a bowl of fishy rice soup for the begging territory he occupied.
Lin Xiaofeng took the bowl of rice soup. Although it was difficult to swallow, he was so hungry that he could only swallow it hard, and his stomach suddenly turned upside down. Seeing that he actually drank the disgusting bowl of rice soup, the child beggar took out half a piece of old moldy cake from his arms and handed it to him. Lin Xiaofeng took it and chewed it down eagerly like a life-saving straw. Although his stomach felt slightly settled, he was still extremely tired and longed to continue sleeping to relieve his sleepiness. The child beggar urged him to fulfill his promise to exchange pants, but Lin Xiaofeng refused and cursed. In anger, the child beggar grabbed him by the collar and scolded him for his cunning and deceit. In desperation, Lin Xiaofeng had to compromise, agreeing to share the proceeds from begging, and asked to use sesame seed cakes as the evening ration.
The child beggar laughed at Lin Xiaofeng's lack of experience in begging and believed that begging together would not increase their income, but would instead hinder each other. In this regard, Lin Xiaofeng could not bear the contempt and insult of the child beggar, and insisted that he had profound begging qualifications and would never be looked down upon by others. So, Lin Xiaofeng pretended to sleep on the ground, and covered his face with a piece of cloth with the inscription "Hand body and bury brother" on it, as eye-catching as a deceased person. Faced with this scene, the child beggar was shocked and helpless, so he had no choice but to cooperate with the performance, crying out for brotherhood, which attracted passers-by to stop and watch.
After Lin Xiaofeng slept soundly for a while, he uncovered the cloth and stood up, when a passerby came to give alms, just a copper coin. Lin Xiaofeng kept sarcastic, and passers-by hurried away in fear. The child beggar complained that Lin Xiaofeng's attitude was too bad. At this moment, Lin Xiaofeng only asked for sesame seed cakes to fill his stomach. He was feeling depressed and painfully reflecting on how he had ended up like this.
Lin Xiaofeng looked at the child beggar seriously and asked how many years he had been begging. The child beggar replied that it had been seventeen years. Lin Xiaofeng despised him for having been a beggar for a long time but had made no achievements, and dismissed him as a scum among the beggars. The child beggar was angered and fought back, while Lin Xiaofeng calmly recounted his experience of escaping from Kyoto and claimed that if he had had seventeen years, he would definitely not still be wandering the streets begging for a living. The child beggar was dubious about his words, so Lin Xiaofeng made a vow to teach the child beggar how to truly master the art of begging to make a living. In this prosperous and cruel world, two souls with intertwined fates began a contest and training on the way to survive.
On one side of the toilet, shadows were swirling, and two figures were sneaking quietly in the flickering light. One of them lowered his voice and his words were full of doubts: "Brother, this trick you taught can really help us get money in this troubled world?" The other person was Lin Xiaofeng, who responded calmly and loudly: "If this trick doesn't work, I am willing to drink the filthy water in this toilet to prove the truth!" These words were like a heavy hammer, which struck the little beggar's heart deeply, making him full of admiration and admiration for Lin Xiaofeng's wisdom and courage. It was as if a strange light penetrated the darkness, guiding him to a different way of survival in his life as a beggar.
Lin Xiaofeng not only talks about it, but also practices it personally. He took the little beggar to practice near the toilet, just like directing a carefully arranged pantomime. They waited quietly in the corner for a long time, but saw no progress. The little beggar couldn't help but look confused. Lin Xiaofeng chewed the dry hard cake in his hand, and taught a little anxiously but patiently: "Such methods require clear observation and insight into people's hearts, and they cannot be achieved in a short time. The seemingly simple tricks I taught are actually What tests one's wisdom is one's ability to judge people. When you encounter a truly poor person, even if you swindle a few pieces of silver, it won't help. You may even be falsely accused of robbery and be arrested by the government. However, the rich tend to care about face and are willing to do good deeds. move."
When the two of them focused on finding their target, Lin Xiaofeng tiredly asked the little beggar about his desire for food, and promised that once the plan was successful, they would go to a restaurant to have a feast together, go to the bathhouse to wash off the dust, and put on new clothes. When it comes to bathing, the little beggar recalled the scene of bathing by the river last summer and suggested waiting until summer to do this. However, Lin Xiaofeng firmly advocated going to the bathhouse to enjoy hot water baptism, and firmly promised that he would make it happen. He further asked the little beggar what he wanted to eat most. The little beggar was salivating and bluntly expressed his yearning for a pot of steaming hot and fragrant Dabian stove. Lin Xiaofeng smacked her chest and made a vow, not forgetting to describe the days she spent in the Kyoto mansion, especially the details of the craftsmanship of making fried noodles. Her expression was like an echo of the glory of the past.
While the two of them paid close attention to the passers-by, the little beggar asked Lin Xiaofeng about every detail of life in Kyoto. Lin Xiaofeng was lost in memories, and when he mentioned the nickname of the little beggar, "Goat Tail Cao'er", a hint of bitterness appeared on his face. After learning about the miserable life of the little beggar, he couldn't help but feel sad in his heart. At this moment, Lin Xiaofeng suddenly mentioned the name change and humorously said that the names of the three of them all contained the word "dog", so the little beggar could only respond with a wry smile.
At this moment, a middle-aged man dressed simply but with outstanding temperament walked into their sight. Lin Xiaofeng relied on his many years of experience in the world and his unique vision to determine at a glance that this man was most likely the housekeeper of a wealthy family and was an excellent target. Candidate. He quickly instructed the little beggar to prepare leaves and sticks and wait for the right moment to take action. When the little beggar heard this, he was immediately excited and eager to take action immediately. Lin Xiaofeng noticed his eagerness, patted the little beggar's head gently, and scolded sternly: "We must act according to the plan, don't rush for a moment, we need to wait quietly for the best opportunity to arrive." In this ever-changing market, , their eyes met, they trusted each other, and they jointly performed a street survival drama about survival wisdom and human challenges.
Lin Xiaofengxin took a handful of loess in his hand and applied it on his angular face without hesitation, just like an actor putting on makeup, in order to completely blend in with the surrounding environment. He turned to Dogtail Cao'er, his tone was low and firm: "Not only do you have to change your accent, but you also need to be as silent as possible to avoid any unnecessary actions or words that reveal our identity." Dogtail Cao'er nodded, followed closely, and the two They were like two beggars who had experienced many vicissitudes of life, dressed in dirty and worn-out clothes, walking quickly towards the place where the latrine was. During the journey, Lin Xiaofeng kept looking back and giving instructions, as if every step contained a secret of life and death, asking the dog-tailed grass to follow closely step by step and not to speak too much, so as not to reveal the truth.
In the toilet, Jiang Jiantao was immersed in a moment of peace while relieving himself. However, he was shocked to find Lin Xiaofeng and Dog Tail Cao'er suddenly appeared in front of him. His breath suddenly became stagnant and he was unable to continue to meet his physiological needs. Lin Xiaofeng held a dilapidated porcelain bowl in his hand. A few rough stones were randomly thrown into the bowl. As his wrist shook gently, it made a monotonous and rhythmic sound. His eyes were as sharp as an eagle, looking directly at Jiang Jiantao, and an invisible pressure hit his face. Dog Tail Cao'er followed suit. Although he was immature, he tried his best to imitate Lin Xiaofeng's every move, and the broken bowl in his hand was also trembling.
Faced with the sudden embarrassing scene, Jiang Jiantao suppressed his anger and asked the two of them what their intentions were. Lin Xiaofeng didn't say much. He only showed the stones in the bowl to Jiang Jiantao and used an excuse to deliberately let a few toilet chips slip into the pit. This move undoubtedly exacerbated Jiang Jiantao's predicament. In desperation, he had no choice but to succumb to the hints in Lin Xiaofeng's eyes and reluctantly threw a few copper coins into the bowl in order to escape. However, Lin Xiaofeng was not satisfied with this. His eyes were locked on Jiang Jiantao like a cheetah locking its prey. He stretched out two fingers and made a "two people" gesture in the air, asking for money equivalent to two people. money.
Jiang Jiantao couldn't bear it anymore and angrily and helplessly threw another twenty coins into the broken bowl, but Lin Xiaofeng still greedily coveted more. In the end, Jiang Jiantao gave in again under the pressure and threw in another twenty coins bitterly. At this moment, Lin Xiaofeng smiled slyly, took out a leaf from his arms that looked ordinary but was actually called "five cents a piece", and claimed that if he wanted to buy it all, he would have to pay a total of fifty cents. When Jiang Jiantao heard this unreasonable request, his face turned livid with anger and he resolutely refused to buy the leaves. He could only watch the two of them leave triumphantly.
After walking out of the toilet, Gou Tail Cao'er counted the coins he had just received in his hands, unable to conceal his excitement and excitement, while Lin Xiaofeng solemnly considered whether this meager income would be enough to support their subsequent living expenses. After careful consideration, Lin Xiaofeng decided to strike while the iron was hot and returned to the toilet again. At this time, Jiang Jiantao was still frightened and had not fully recovered from the frightening moment just now. Unexpectedly, Lin Xiaofeng suddenly changed his face and transformed into a robber holding a dagger. He threatened and forced Jiang Jiantao to hand over the baggage and some scattered silver he was carrying.
Lin Xiaofeng swaggered away from the scene with the trophies, leaving Jiang Jiantao with half of his body almost sunk in the pit and quagmire, his eyes full of sorrow, and he gritted his teeth and vowed to take revenge. In response, Lin Xiaofeng just smiled indifferently and regarded his behavior as a means of borrowing money. He deliberately wrote down Jiang Jiantao's name and his identity as a wealthy butler, then calmly turned around and disappeared into the crowd. On the other side, Jiang Jiantao struggled to save himself, but could not get rid of the extremely embarrassing situation. Lin Xiaofeng had already joined hands with Dogtail Cao'er to leisurely walk into the wine shop, immersed in this feast paved by unexpected wealth.
The two of them sorted themselves out for a while, then Dog Tail Cao'er led Lin Xiaofeng through the bustling alleys of the city. Lin Xiaofeng's steps were leisurely and steady, and his deep eyes seemed to be able to see through all the things in the world, and all kinds of things in the market were circulating in them; while Gou Tail Cao'er was holding an old porcelain bowl filled with more than forty copper coins, and his face was full of money. A satisfied smile as you taste the joy of harvest for the first time. Not long after, they came to a bustling and bustling Dabianluo stall. Facing the steaming, fragrant hot pot, their empty stomachs were filled with uncontrollable desire.
The two found a seat to sit down. Unexpectedly, when the waiter in the store saw their ragged appearance, he immediately drove them away with words mixed with deep contempt and contempt. After hearing this, Dogtail Cao'er felt timid and was about to get up and leave when he saw Lin Xiaofeng angrily slapped a shiny silver ingot and sternly reprimanded the waiter for his rude behavior. When the waiter saw this scene, his expression changed rapidly. After being stunned for a moment, he had to force a smile, lower his head and accept. Lin Xiaofeng took the opportunity to demonstrate by his own example, teaching Dog Tail Cao'er to remain tenacious and proud even if he is in trouble, to use his strong aura to intimidate others, and taught him how to ask for tea calmly.
Dogtail Cao'er kept this in mind and mustered up the courage to call the waiter to order. After the waiter brought the scalding tea, Lin Xiaofeng personally inquired about the price of the hot pot base and took the order in detail, asking for a fragrant hot pot soup base, tender and silky mutton slices, tofu as white as jade, and a wide variety of dishes. A platter of freshly cooked vegetables, accompanied by a pot of warm and mellow rice wine and chewy hand-rolled noodles. At this moment, Dogtail Cao'er recalled Kyoto's world-famous top-quality health-preserving wine. Lin Xiaofeng nodded slightly when he heard it, yearning for and thinking about that wine in his heart.
When various dishes were presented to the table one by one, Lin Xiaofeng took a sip of the store's home-brewed rice wine. After careful tasting, he confirmed that it was not the legendary top-quality health-preserving wine, and then shared his tasting experience with Dogtail Cao'er.
A hint of shyness flashed across Goudaicao'er's face, and she revealed in a low voice her deepest wish - to go to a brothel to see the fireworks of the world.
Lin Xiaofeng burst out laughing after hearing this, but did not laugh at him. Instead, he solemnly promised that he would take him to broaden his horizons next time he has enough money.
At the moment, the two of them sat around the fragrant hot pot, enjoying this rare meal.
Lin Xiaofeng comforted Gou Tail Cao'er not to worry too much about consumption. Although he could not enjoy the ultimate luxury this time, it was a rare pleasure to have such an experience in such difficult days.
In this smoky and fragrant atmosphere, their friendship became deeper and deeper. Their respective moods also found a temporary habitat in this plain but warm meal of human fireworks, and received brief but profound comfort. .
In the bathroom, the water vapor filled the air like a dream. Lin Xiaofeng soaked tiredly in the steaming bath, as if all the fatigue was gently crushed by the hot water. Although the dog-tailed grass next to him kept talking continuously, it failed to attract his full attention. After working hard day after day, being able to enjoy the comfort and elegance brought by a hot bath at this moment has undoubtedly become a rare comfort in life. Lin Xiaofeng leaned against the edge of the pool and took a few deep breaths of warm water vapor. He couldn't help but lament that his body, which had not been exercised for a long time, was getting weaker and weaker, and he urgently needed to regain his former vitality and physical fitness. He glanced sideways at Dog Tail Cao'er, raised a light yet encouraging smile at the corner of his mouth, and said slowly: "Today we will take off our burdens for the time being and go to Nagfeng Bay for a swim alone." After the words fell, he Immerse yourself in this leisurely atmosphere and temporarily forget about the troubles of the world.
The scenery of Gefeng Bay is beautiful and pleasant, and it is quiet and deserted at the moment. Since the King of Hanjiang retired from the rivers and lakes, Yuanhai City has also returned to peace. Lin Xiaofeng seized this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and planned to rest and recuperate here, waiting for the arrival of Luo Huajun and others. Hearing that Lin Xiaofeng was about to go alone, Dogtail Cao'er's face showed a hint of disappointment. Seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng generously promised to take him with him, claiming that they could jointly plan an adventure to gain wealth.
After a while, when Dogtail Cao'er was rubbing Lin Xiaofeng's back, he unexpectedly discovered that there were four characters "Serve the Country with Loyalty" tattooed on his back. Lin Xiaofeng just smiled indifferently and told the story and belief in it. After bathing, Lin Xiaofeng suggested that they go to Jinxin Tower to have a sumptuous dinner. Although Dogtail Cao'er had some doubts and uneasiness in his heart, he happily followed Lin Xiaofeng's footsteps.
Arriving in front of Jinxin Building, Gou Tail Cao'er couldn't help but feel excited and was shocked by the grand arrondissement in front of him, while Lin Xiaofeng calmly looked at the hanging gold signboard and secretly praised in his heart that this place was indeed well-deserved. Entering the restaurant, the waiter who was as attentive as a servant received them with courtesy and thoughtfulness. Lin Xiaofeng keenly caught the strange flash in the waiter's eyes, but he calmly responded to it and led Gou Tail Cao'er up the stairs boldly. seat.
When ordering during the dinner, the waiter seemed a little hesitant in the face of the two people's slightly shabby clothes. However, Lin Xiaofeng did not rush and directly ordered two high-quality dishes and asked if the rice was provided for free. After the waiter quoted the price, Lin Xiaofeng paid the bill without any hesitation, and specifically requested that the rice be salty and palatable, and added ten more bowls. Facing the waiter's disdainful gaze, Lin Xiaofeng took it calmly and casually gave the waiter a penny as a reward. This move was both respect and a warning.
After witnessing all this, Dogtail Cao'er felt ashamed and wanted to suggest changing to a lower-key restaurant. However, Lin Xiaofeng was confident and confidently assured him that he could earn more wealth tomorrow. Listening to Lin Xiaofeng's words, Dogtail Cao'er became more and more convinced that he owned a mansion in Kyoto. During this period, Lin Xiaofeng did not forget to warn Dogtail Cao'er to pay attention to his appearance and behavior when entering such high-end places in the future, and not to do any other gaffes such as picking his feet.
Just as they were enjoying the food, the waiter's voice introducing the second lady came from the second floor, and a feast that might change their fate was about to begin. Lin Xiaofeng and Dogtail Caoer looked at each other and smiled. Their smiles contained expectations and determination for unknown challenges, as if they could foresee that the magnificent life picture in the future was slowly unfolding.
Lin Xiaofeng looked sideways slightly and saw two women in colorful clothes moving lightly, like catkins blowing in the wind. He picked up the tea cup and took a sip quietly, without showing too much concern or curiosity. Dog Tail Cao'er, on the other hand, was like seeing a rare treasure at first glance, his eyes were shining brightly and he could not control himself. Lin Xiaofeng understood his attitude and warned in a low voice: "Don't lose your sense of proportion. Although beautiful women like this are not rare in the world of mortals, there are even many who are worse than others." During the conversation, Lin Xiaofeng turned his gaze again. He turned to the two women who were passing by, and after looking at them carefully, he thought to himself: Even in the brothel and Chu palace, he has never seen such an outstanding person, but compared to his virtuous, virtuous, beautiful and intelligent wives and concubines, , but they are still slightly inferior.
Dog Tail Cao'er's eyes were always tightly pulled by the two women, unable to move away even an inch. When Lin Xiaofeng saw this, he couldn't help but scolded her harshly, and at the same time joked: "If you really have that kind of heart, I can teach you a few sultry words." "Love words, in order to impress those inexperienced ladies from good families." At this moment, the waiter in the store loudly announced the names of the dishes. Lin Xiaofeng was quite dissatisfied with his noisy voice. In anger, he demanded to take back the previous words. Copper coins given to the waiter. After an argument, Lin Xiaofeng unexpectedly found a few extra copper coins from his second hand. This scene attracted the attention of others.
Miss Fu Jiayi and her personal maid Qiu Ju in the private room upstairs heard the news and whispered in private, discussing how weird it was for these two men who were simply dressed but spent a lot of money. Lin Xiaofeng was disgraced by the waiter's behavior. Full of indignation, he grabbed the waiter's sleeves and forcefully demanded back the reward money. This move attracted the attention of everyone in the lobby, and Fu Jiayi was even more amused by this scene. Squirting tea and laughing, the laughter is crisp and ripples in the air.
Lin Xiaofeng took the opportunity to educate Dogtail Cao'er and warned him not to care too much about other people's opinions and comments. He compared it to the goldfish in the fish tank. No matter how beautiful they are, they are not as comfortable as the free fish swimming in the rivers, lakes and seas. . So, he advised Dogtail Cao'er to taste the bowl of fish soup on the table to experience the taste of life. However, after taking a bite of the fish soup, Lin Xiaofeng frowned and realized that the quality was far from superior, so he immediately called the waiter and insisted on making a new bowl. Upon hearing this, the head of the restaurant had a sneer on his lips and questioned whether Lin Xiaofeng was too picky, but Lin Xiaofeng insisted on his opinion and listed in detail all the shortcomings in the cooking process of the fish soup. After hearing these criticisms, the chef was shocked and had to admit his mistake and immediately promised to make a new bowl of fish soup to meet the guests' demands.
Gou Tail Cao'er reiterated a bet between them about five taels of silver. Lin Xiaofeng only smiled indifferently, regarded it as a spice in life, and gently dropped the topic. At this time, Fu Jiayi also noticed the quality problem after tasting the same bowl of fish soup. She secretly praised Lin Xiaofeng's unique insights and ultimate pursuit of food. She nodded slightly calmly, signaling Qiu Ju to take this opportunity to go deeper. Learn the story behind this pair of strange guests. Qiu Ju takes the order and leaves. A storm surrounding the quality of the fish soup may be quietly unveiling an unknown intersection of life.
After the yellow croaker soup was re-cooked, the head chef of Jinxinlou personally carried the steaming delicacies to where Lin Xiaofeng was. Facing this guest who was dressed in coarse linen but behaved calmly, he couldn't help but feel a little uneasy deep in his heart. His many years of restaurant business have allowed him to meet countless people, and he knows that such weirdos who may seem ordinary but actually have hidden secrets cannot be easily offended. The head of the house bowed respectfully and said, "Dear guest, we have recreated the yellow croaker soup for you according to your strict requirements, and also included two exquisite and delicious side dishes for you to try." Lin Xiaofeng gently scooped up a bowl. He took a spoonful of the freshly made fish soup into his mouth, savored it carefully and nodded slightly. However, he bluntly said that the cooking was not good enough, so he only gave it an eight-point rating and added that the food quality here was just mediocre.
Dog Tail Cao'er witnessed the huge change in the attitude of the leader before and after, and his admiration for Lin Xiaofeng surged like a river bursting its embankment. Lin Xiaofeng took Jinxinlou as the leading restaurant in Songfeng Bay as an example. He not only emphasized the importance of food quality, but also insisted that the service must be thoughtful and meticulous. He warned the dog-tailed grass that in the complicated world, self-confidence and calmness are the foundation of life. Only by relying on true talent, practical knowledge and real strength can we win the sincere respect of others. In the long run, even if it is just pretending at first, It will also gradually transform into real skills.
At this moment, a waiter hurried over and informed that today's meal expenses had been generously borne by Miss Fu Jiayi from the private room on the second floor. Lin Xiaofeng looked sideways indifferently and saw Fu Jiayi staring at them with a smile and worry on her eyebrows. She refused to accept this sudden favor and decided to use the food she enjoyed as a gift in return. Dogtail Cao'er was puzzled by this, but Lin Xiaofeng warned him not to easily accept a stranger's kind invitation to avoid falling into an unknown plot. As the two continued to eat, Fu Jiayi never took his eyes away from them. The waiter once again reminded that all their purchases had been recorded in the second lady's account, but Lin Xiaofeng still insisted on paying the bill himself and ordered the waiter to serve a few more dishes to express his gratitude for their good deeds. Dog Tail Cao'er was full of doubts, Lin Xiaofeng sneered, and frankly admitted that he had deceived people in the past, but he was unwilling to accept such expense from a stranger.
When she learned that the rice was also a gift from Lin Xiaofeng, Fu Jiayi covered her mouth and chuckled. Qiu Ju explained on the side that the rice in this store was actually provided for free, and Lin Xiaofeng and Dogtail Cao'er were pretending to be generous because they were short of money.
After hearing this, Fu Jiayi decided to pay the entire bill. Lin Xiaofeng saw this and stopped refusing. He took the opportunity to order many exquisite dishes. He planned to enjoy the delicious food and take it away to save money for the next days. A lot of worries about making a living.
Although this behavior seems a bit greedy to outsiders, in Lin Xiaofeng's view, it is the wisdom of survival in hardships and a way to avoid toil and running around during vacation.
Although Fu Jiayi felt helpless, she could only acquiesce in Lin Xiaofeng's squandering behavior and wait for them to make further plans and arrangements after they had a full meal.
During the dinner, Lin Xiaofeng ordered a series of colorful and dazzling dishes, which caused Fu Jiayi's expression to change subtly, and Qiu Ju secretly expressed surprise. Lin Xiaofeng did not show any concern about this, but patiently waited for the table full of delicacies to be served one by one. You can enjoy it later, or take it home and enjoy it slowly.
There was a dazzling array of delicacies on the table. Lin Xiaofeng and Gou Tail Cao'er sat around the dining table and feasted. Dog Tail Grass had already given up all reserve. It was the first time in his life that he tasted such a rich delicacy. He devoured it as if the rain came after a long drought, as if he wanted to fill up the hunger and hardship accumulated in the past seventeen years in an instant. The food was like The wind swept the fallen leaves, swift and greedy. Lin Xiaofeng, on the other hand, seemed more gentle in comparison. He only tasted every dish briefly. Although he ate slowly, he showed a calmness and indifference between chewing and swallowing.
Fu Jiayi was watching this scene, dumbfounded, secretly laughing at the vulgarity and greed of these two people, who were like the reincarnation of hungry ghosts. She couldn't believe that the people that Manager Jiang recruited could look so miserable. Qiu Ju couldn't help but salivate when she saw how they were devouring food, but she admired them in her heart for being able to eat and work. She must be quick at work. More than twenty minutes later, the two of them had a full meal. While picking his teeth, Lin Xiaofeng motioned to the waiter to pack the remaining food. However, the waiter glanced sideways at them with disdain, obviously scorning their move. Before leaving, Lin Xiaofeng expressed her deep gratitude to Fu Jiayi, thanked her sincerely for her hospitality, and solemnly promised to repay this kindness in the future.
Fu Jiayi used subtle eyes to signal Qiu Ju to ask where the two were going. Qiu Ju asked about their residence, and Lin Xiaofeng responded jokingly that she was in the world, her words were full of casualness and freedom. Qiu Ju was stunned after hearing this. Lin Xiaofeng keenly captured their thoughts and deliberately raised his voice and claimed to be the new servant of the Fu family. This statement immediately caused an uproar in the entire audience. Qiu Ju judged their fake identities based on their clothing styles and bluntly accused them of their rude behavior. Only then did Lin Xiaofeng suddenly realize that he had been mistaken for a newly recruited servant, so he immediately apologized to Fu Jiayi and asked Qiu Ju's name, making the atmosphere instantly become extremely awkward.
Qiu Ju warned them to stop talking nonsense and ordered them to follow her back to Fu Mansion. Faced with such a turn of events, Lin Xiaofeng and Dogtail Caoer looked at each other and smiled, their eyes sparkling with wit. They had already formed a plan in their minds, and decided to follow the trend and pretend to be servants of the Fu family to take this opportunity to get rid of the pain of begging life. Although Dogtail Cao'er had doubts about this move, his trust in Lin Xiaofeng was firm and he was determined to follow his footsteps and let the waves of fate lead him forward.
At the same time, the night fell in Kyoto and the lights dimmed. Emperor Jingjiang supported his sick body in the Nuan Pavilion and persistently reviewed the memorial.
Wang Jingwen stepped in at the right time and reminded the emperor to change the medicine. Emperor Jingjiang's wound has not healed for a long time, and now it is in a state of abscess, and he is extremely exhausted physically and mentally.
Wang Jingwen's gentle words persuaded the emperor to continue to rest in Nuange to prevent the cold from aggravating his condition. Emperor Jingjiang was always thinking about Lin Xiaofeng's incident, and asked Wang Jingwen to pay close attention to the latest news about the eight hundred miles emergency, and decided not to go to court the next day to avoid the prince's worries.
Finally, under extreme fatigue, Emperor Jingjiang fell asleep at his desk. Wang Jingwen was heartbroken and carefully placed him on the couch and ordered the palace maid to add quilts to prevent him from catching cold.
In this vast world, whether it is the emperor in the palace who is responsible for the destiny of the country and suffering from diseases, or the common people who have gone through vicissitudes of life and seek survival in the market, they are all interpreting their own ups and downs of fate in their own life trajectories.
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The night passed quietly, and Wang Jingwen was like a loyal guardian, waiting at the side of Emperor Jingjiang's bed all night long. It wasn't until midnight that he saw that the emperor's condition had stabilized without any abnormal fluctuations, so he relaxed a little and closed his eyes for a moment to rest. In the early morning of the next morning, the sun broke through the window lattice and filled the Nuang Pavilion. When Wang Jingwen woke up, he noticed that the room was steaming with heat. Although he was not covered with a quilt, he was already sweating like rain. He carefully examined the sleeping face of Emperor Jingjiang, and couldn't help feeling slightly relieved when he saw that he was safe and sound. However, at this moment, the morning court time had long passed, and he was worried that the ministers would be talking a lot, and he was even more worried that the recent rumors about His Majesty's deteriorating illness would become more and more intense.
Wang Jingwen carefully reached out and touched Emperor Jingjiang's forehead. As soon as he touched it, his face turned pale as a sheet. He couldn't help but exclaimed and hurriedly called the imperial doctor Zhou Que. It turned out that Emperor Jingjiang's forehead was as hot as coals, which was obviously a symptom of a high fever that would not go away. In the Jingjiang Kingdom, such a high fever was life-threatening. Wang Jingwen suddenly felt that the situation was serious, and anxiously called Emperor Jingjiang to wake up and mentioned the delay in the morning court. However, Emperor Jingjiang was drowsy and exhausted. He barely opened his eyes but quickly closed them, apparently unable to cope with anything.
Wang Jingwen was so worried that he ordered his maids to quickly get more bedding to cover Emperor Jingjiang. By the time the imperial physician Guo Taiyi arrived in a hurry, Emperor Jingjiang had been tightly wrapped in four thick quilts, as if he was in an invisible furnace. Doctor Guo was horrified when he saw this scene. He bluntly said that such covering method would probably aggravate the condition or even endanger his life, and urged Wang Jingwen to remove the quilt as soon as possible. However, Wang Jingwen was stubborn and insisted that high fever should be dissipated by covering the body with sweat. He used his own life experience to refute Dr. Guo and urged him to start diagnosis and treatment immediately.
Just as Imperial Physician Guo and Wang Jingwen were arguing over treatment methods, Emperor Jingjiang let out a weak and painful "heat". Wang Jingwen immediately comforted him: "Your Majesty only needs to be patient for a while, and he will recover after sweating." At this moment, Prince Li Dexian arrived at lightning speed, and Wang Jingwen asked Imperial Physician Guo to concentrate on diagnosis and treatment, while he exited the Nuan Pavilion and prepared to face the Prince. inquiry.
The prince rushed into the Nuan Pavilion, and what he saw in front of him shocked him: heat waves surged in the room, and Emperor Jingjiang was tightly wrapped in several layers of blankets, as if he was trapped in a huge steam pot. Ignoring the obstruction of Wang Jingwen and the maids, the prince went straight to his father to check his condition. He found that Emperor Jingjiang had a high fever and was furious. He scolded Wang Jingwen and tore off the overlapping bedding and kicked open the closed window. Let cool, fresh air flow into the room. Emperor Jingjiang was blown by the cold wind. Although he felt a little uncomfortable at first, he immediately felt the comfort that he had not seen for a long time, and said "much better" in a weak voice.
Faced with this sudden turn of events, both Imperial Physician Guo and Wang Jingwen were dumbfounded and speechless. The prince decisively tore off the extra bedding and insisted that the sweat-covering therapy was not suitable for the current situation. Dr. Guo opened the dressing on Emperor Jingjiang's wound with trembling hands, and was shocked to find that the original swelling had worsened. He couldn't help but take a breath, with a look of horror on his face. Although Wang Jingwen still tried to cover himself with the quilt again, the prince became furious and stopped his behavior. He also strictly ordered Dr. Guo to immediately and accurately diagnose and properly handle Emperor Jingjiang's illness without any mistakes.
Swelling and ulcer, this disease is actually a terminal disease that is difficult to cure in this world. The ancients called it golden sore. I recall that when the Three Kingdoms were at war, Koto Meishuro Zhou Yu died young due to this disease. Even though medical skills were quite advanced at that time, a complete cure could not be found. The essence of the swelling was deep infection and inflammation caused by trauma. When Emperor Jingjiang was first seriously injured on his shoulder, although Imperial Physician Guo noticed the seriousness of the injury, he thought the condition was still within control. However, in just one night, the wound suddenly developed a swelling, which worsened as rapidly as a flash flood. Doctor Guo's face was as pale as paper, and he was frightened. Li Dexian and Wang Jingwen also looked ashen, knowing that this disease was extremely dangerous, and everyone in the imperial court was worried. , many civil and military officials have died as a result.
Emperor Jingjiang gradually woke up from his drowsiness under the cold wind blowing on his face. His mouth was dry and his tongue was unbearably dry. Upon seeing this, Wang Jingwen hurriedly fetched some water and offered it to him. Seeing his father in such a state, Li Dexian felt heartbroken and anxiously asked about the progress of his condition. Emperor Jingjiang questioned him about the bedding and said that he was almost suffocated by the heat at night, which worsened his condition. Wang Jingwen hurriedly fell to the ground to defend himself, claiming that the emperor had a fever and only thickened the quilt to cover his sweat and reduce his fever. Emperor Jingjiang recovered slightly after drinking tea. Facing the wound on his shoulder that had tortured him, he endured the pain and comforted the prince not to worry too much, and used his own experience to warn the prince to be cautious in everything. Doctor Guo responded tremblingly. Although he was completely unsure, he still promised to brew the medicine immediately and try his best to overcome this intractable tumor.
When Prince Li Dexian saw his father's condition worsening, he was filled with grief and anger. He grabbed Dr. Guo and asked about the cause and treatment plan. Doctor Guo communicated with tears and confessed that he had never foreseen that his condition would deteriorate so quickly. He explained in tears: If the swelling continues to worsen and the poison penetrates deep into the body, there may be no good medicine in the world. At present, the only way to find out is the secret recipe passed down by the ancestors. A glimmer of life. When Li Dexian heard that his condition was critical, his expression changed drastically. He suppressed his inner grief and hurriedly returned to the inner room to mobilize all available resources, vowing to treat his father's disease.
At this moment, Emperor Jingjiang was already reclining on the couch. Although his breath was weak, he still insisted on conveying calmness to the prince, and detailed the origin of the injury and the reason for its sudden deterioration. Prince Li Dexian was extremely sad and firmly requested that the emperor go to court to handle government affairs on behalf of his father. Emperor Jingjiang angrily denounced this as disobedience, and the father and son started a fierce dispute. In desperation, Emperor Jingjiang kept coughing and wheezing repeatedly, but after all, the country and the country were his top priority, and he sternly ordered the prince to go to court on his behalf tomorrow without any delay, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous. At this life-and-death moment, Emperor Jingjiang showed the determination and responsibility of a monarch, while also revealing the complex emotional world intertwined with family affection, power and responsibility.
Emperor Jingjiang's violent coughing echoed in the Nuan Pavilion. He was so angry that he was about to raise his wrists, but was held down by Li Dexian's quick eyes and hands in mid-air. He endured the severe pain and said with difficulty and determination: "It won't hurt if I don't go to court for a day or two. I will formally issue the decree after I recover." Although the pain in his body was tormenting him like a knife, Emperor Jingjiang still managed to hold on. body, eyes trying hard to look out the window, trying to use this weak movement to show the determination that the swelling is nothing to be afraid of. Li Dexian was deeply distressed and tried his best to persuade his father to stay in Nuange to rest in peace. However, Emperor Jingjiang angrily accused Wang Jingwen of overheating and insisted on moving to Qianqing Palace to continue handling government affairs.
Wang Jingwen quickly arranged everything after receiving the order. Although Li Dexian was very anxious when he saw this, he still earnestly advised his father not to move easily to avoid aggravating his condition. However, Emperor Jingjiang was resolute and stubborn. Even if he was lying in bed, he would personally supervise the prince's review of memorials in the Qianqing Palace. Finally arriving at the Qianqing Palace, Emperor Jingjiang's fatigue became more and more obvious, but he gritted his teeth, straightened his spine, and asked the prince to sit in front of the imperial case to start handling state affairs, while he was leaning on the bed. Although he was unable to do his best, he was still close Pay attention to every detail. Soon after, Emperor Jingjiang finally fell into a coma again due to lack of physical strength. Li Dexian was horrified. After repeatedly confirming that his father was still breathing, he decided to go to the Imperial Hospital to seek a good doctor immediately.
In the imperial hospital, all the imperial doctors were like ants on a hot pot, all anxious but helpless. Li Dexian grabbed Imperial Physician Guo's sleeve and asked with a serious face whether there was really a good way to cure his father. Imperial Physician Guo searched through ancient books and found a record of the need to use a large amount of aconite to fight poison. However, considering the strong poison of aconite and the unprecedented speed of Emperor Jingjiang's condition deteriorating, he was hesitant about this treatment and felt deeply fearful. At this critical moment, Li Dexian suddenly remembered the ongoing penicillin experiment in Yangqu County, decisively ordered the imperial doctor not to use any medicine for the time being, and quickly drove to Yangqu County to obtain the antidote.
At the same time, in a simple ward in Yangqu County, a prisoner who had been tortured by the experiment was in so much pain that he was close to despair and only wanted to be freed as soon as possible. The doctor in a white coat calmly explained that compared with the lives lost, the pain he endured was at least likely to bring new lives to countless people. However, after hearing this, the prisoner still firmly refused to continue testing the medicine. Faced with his wishes, the doctor in the white coat seemed indifferent and ruthless. Regardless of his resistance, he forcibly administered anesthesia and prepared for a new round of treatment experiments. Behind this tragic and hopeful scene, the fate of Emperor Jingjiang seems to be closely related to this, tugging at everyone's heartstrings.
The unconscious prisoner was quickly stripped of his clothes and placed on the bed. The doctor in the white coat frowned and whispered to the people around him worriedly: "Brother Wang, if Lin Taohua and the master find out about this, we may be severely punished." However, , Brother Wang looked resolute. He knew that the experiment had entered a crucial stage, and he resolutely decided to follow the standards set by the master, regardless of the dissuasion and sympathy of the people around him. He held a scalpel and ruthlessly opened a deep wound on the prisoner's buttocks. Blood gushed out, instantly staining the white sheets red. On the hospital bed next to him, the patients who witnessed this scene were horrified and almost wanted to struggle to get up to expose this cruel act. However, under Brother Wang's majestic and cold eyes, they could only tremble and remain silent.
Brother Wang decisively instructed his men to quickly stop the bleeding, apply pus, and thicken the bedding to prevent the cold from invading the wound. Then, like a precise and ruthless scientific machine, he calmly and meticulously recorded all the experimental data. In this tense and depressing atmosphere, the ward door was suddenly pushed open with a loud bang, and Lin Taohua broke into the room with Prince Li Dexian. When Brother Wang saw this, a trace of panic flashed across his face. Lin Taohua's eyes were sharp and she asked unceremoniously about the origins of these strange patients. Brother Wang was speechless for a moment, but the doctor in white coat on the side quickly explained, claiming that these people were all volunteers who voluntarily participated in the experiment. However, this excuse seemed so weak in the face of the indignant prisoners who were exposing the truth one after another.
Li Dexian got directly to the topic and asked whether penicillin could treat ulcers. This question was like thunder on the ground, shocking everyone present and they all knelt down before the prince. Immediately afterwards, Li Dexian asked about the specific efficacy of penicillin. Although Brother Wang looked slightly nervous, he still maintained a calm attitude and clearly answered that penicillin does have miraculous efficacy and can provide empirical support. He showed everyone evidence that the wound of a comatose prisoner improved significantly after using penicillin. He also explained the situation where Lao Lin's operating error led to the unfortunate death of a patient, emphasizing that this was not the fault of the drug itself, but was caused by human factors. .
Li Dexian made a prompt decision and decided to bring Wang Yansun into the palace to treat Emperor Jingjiang. Wang Yansun immediately acted after hearing the order and quickly packed his bags and prepared to accompany him. When the group arrived at the Qianqing Palace, Emperor Jingjiang's condition had deteriorated to a critical point. Doctor Guo was holding the prepared aconite decoction and was preparing to rescue him. However, Li Dexian stopped him in time and ordered Wang Yansun to personally examine Emperor Jingjiang's injuries. Wang Yansun expressed doubts about Dr. Guo's insistence on using aconite, and carefully inspected Emperor Jingjiang's wounds. He found that although the condition was worrying, it was still stable, and he couldn't help but feel happy in his heart. Although Imperial Physician Guo was dissatisfied in the face of Wang Yansun's challenge, with the support of Prince Li Dexian, Wang Yansun was able to continue the diagnosis and treatment of Emperor Jingjiang, trying to resolve this life-and-death crisis with the new power of penicillin.
Under the nervous and doubtful eyes of everyone, Wang Yansun carefully examined Emperor Jingjiang's shocking wound at close range, and unexpectedly praised softly: "This injury is perfect." As soon as he said this, the whole room was in an uproar. , Imperial Physician Guo became furious and scolded Wang Yansun and Li Dexian as they were not doctors and had no qualifications to intervene in this matter, and urged the crown prince Li Dexian to expel them from Qianqing Palace immediately. However, Li Dexian did not back down and stood in front of Wang Yansun. His calm eyes revealed firm trust, waiting for Wang Yansun to use his healing skills for Emperor Jingjiang.
Wang Yansun held a delicate caliper tightly in his hand and calmly measured the depth and area of Emperor Jingjiang's wounds. Every movement was as precise as a sculptor's. While recording the disease data in detail, he signaled his assistant to calmly explain to everyone present. This was to ensure that subsequent treatment could be implemented accurately. Then, he decisively ordered an ice towel to be applied to Emperor Jingjiang's forehead to quickly lower his high body temperature. Emperor Jingjiang uttered a low "cold" in his coma. Wang Yansun didn't take it seriously. He calmly explained that in the face of such severe fever symptoms, emergency cooling measures must be taken, and ordered Wang Jingwen to quickly find a large amount of ice.
Immediately afterwards, Wang Yansun dipped in alcohol and began to carefully wipe Emperor Jingjiang's body. This move caused even greater dissatisfaction from Imperial Physician Guo. However, when Li Dexian learned that this was the unique method taught by Lin Xiaofeng, his inner uneasiness gradually calmed down. Emperor Jingjiang seemed to be aware of everything around him in his groggy consciousness. When he heard the talk about penicillin, he couldn't help but feel a surge of fear in his heart. He suspected that his rebellious son Li Dexian was colluding with Lin Xiaofeng in order to poison himself and usurp the throne.
Faced with this situation, Wang Yansun showed extraordinary decisiveness and decided to inject himself with penicillin first to show his safety. This move shocked everyone present. Li Dexian was puzzled by his intention and eagerly asked Wang Yansun why he did this. Wang Yansun took a deep breath and replied that only by personally proving the safety and reliability of the medicine could he safely administer medicine to Emperor Jingjiang.
After all the irrelevant personnel had moved aside, Wang Yansun mustered up his courage and concentrated on finding the injection site for Emperor Jingjiang. Finally, he successfully injected penicillin into Emperor Jingjiang's body slowly. The whole process was tense and full of anticipation. At this moment, the fate of Emperor Jingjiang and whether Wang Yansun could save the dying emperor's life with the power of penicillin have become a heavy suspense on everyone's mind. Everyone held their breath and stared at the pale face of Emperor Jingjiang, expecting a miracle. occur.
After the injection, the penicillin in Emperor Jingjiang's body began to work quietly, but everyone's hearts were still hanging in the air as if they were pressed by a boulder, waiting for the change with bated breath. Wang Yansun's voice broke the tense silence. He said slowly but firmly: "Once the fever subsides, it should be fine." These words were like a breeze blowing across the lake, slightly relaxing the tight strings in everyone's hearts. . Li Dexian further asked Wang Yansun for specific instructions on how to use penicillin. Wang Yansun patiently explained that penicillin can not only be injected into the body by injection, but can also be taken orally or applied externally, but it is most effective when administered by injection. As for its exact working principle, it is still being explored. The stage is not yet completely clear.
Upon seeing this, Prince Li Dexian decisively ordered everyone present to temporarily withdraw from the palace. Even Imperial Physician Guo had to leave, leaving only himself to accompany Emperor Jingjiang on the sick bed. The sky outside the door gradually darkened. Wang Yansun seemed to have exhausted all his strength after applying the acupuncture. Fortunately, his assistant held him in time to prevent him from falling. The two of them were talking about the progress of the disease while paying close attention to Emperor Jingjiang's condition. At this moment, Imperial Physician Guo returned angrily and warned Emperor Jingjiang sternly that if anything happened to Emperor Jingjiang due to penicillin, he would sacrifice the lives of Wang Yansun and his assistant at all costs. The world. Wang Yansun responded with a livid face that treating illnesses and saving people should not be forced with words, emphasizing that everything they did was to save lives in danger.
Facing Doctor Guo's doubts and ridicule, Wang Yansun's face instantly turned pale as paper, and his assistant was also horrified. While Imperial Physician Guo was chattering, Wang Yansun suddenly raised his hand and gave Imperial Physician Guo a loud slap in the face without hesitation. Immediately afterwards, the assistant followed closely and slapped Imperial Physician Guo as well. Imperial Physician Guo was so insulted that his face was full of shock and disbelief, while Wang Yansun and his assistants insisted that this move was based on their trust in scientific logic. If they successfully cured Emperor Jingjiang, their achievements would surely go down in history; even if the failure resulted in No matter the price is paid with life.
Doctor Guo covered his face and walked away quickly, his back full of anger and humiliation, leaving behind his assistant and Wang Yansun with excited and slightly tragic expressions. They regarded this as a decisive victory of science against traditional concepts. The guards in front of the Qianqing Palace were dumbfounded, and they couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and fear in their hearts. Wang Yansun frankly stated that he had great confidence in curing Emperor Jingjiang, but his assistants were worried about possible allergic reactions. In this regard, Wang Yansun remained calm and repeatedly emphasized that the treatment process must be strict and compliant to prevent any unexpected problems.
In the palace, Li Dexian sat alone by the bedside of his father, Emperor Jingjiang, and silently sent away the exhausted Wang Jingwen to rest. At this moment, as the prince, he was alone guarding his sleeping father, his thoughts surging like a tide. Finally, in extreme sleepiness, he slowly closed his eyes and entered a shallow dream. The entire palace seemed increasingly quiet and deep under the cover of night. Only the faint breathing of Emperor Jingjiang echoed in the silent night, symbolizing that the thread of life between life and death was extending silently.
I haven't noticed the flow of time for a long time, as if I was silent in the endless night. Li Dexian, the prince who carried the blood of the royal family, woke up with a slight trembling, but there was a layer of fog lingering in his heart, and his neck seemed to be squeezed by a thousand kilograms of stone and was so painful that it was unbearable. He stared sideways at the exhausted Emperor Jingjiang on the couch. The emperor's face was engraved with the ravines and vicissitudes of time, and he couldn't help but let out a long sigh. This sigh seemed to pour out the heaviness of time and the helplessness of life.
He stood up from the bed with difficulty, holding the kerchief covering Emperor Jingjiang's forehead tightly in his hand, and threw it into the dimly glowing copper basin, scrubbing and cleaning it over and over again. Each rub was like trying to wash away the past. Memories of dust and illness. After washing it repeatedly, he gently applied the kerchief on Emperor Jingjiang's hot forehead. The refreshing coolness instantly penetrated the skin and reached the depths of Emperor Jingjiang's heart, waking him up from his deep sleep. Emperor Jingjiang forced his eyelids open and gradually focused on the prince's figure through his hazy vision. However, he was unable to do so and his eyelids drooped feebly again. He let out a silent lament deep in his heart, thankful that he could still sense the existence of a glimmer of light, and his body temperature seemed to be quietly decreasing in the slight chill.
The night was as deep as ink, and the Qianqing Palace was so quiet that you could almost hear your own heartbeat, and even the faint sound of the embroidery needle falling to the ground. Li Dexian's fatigue has not faded away. In this silent night, he patiently and meticulously tidied up the messy bedding for Emperor Jingjiang, but his father remained motionless. An indescribable worry and fear instantly rose in his heart, and his throat Trembling slightly uncontrollably, he whispered to Emperor Jingjiang again: "Father, if you can hear my words at this moment, please give me a response. At this moment, my heart is full of fear. I think that when you were strong and strong, Although the punishment was severe, I secretly swore that when you are old and frail, I will do my best to repay your kindness in raising you. Now that I see you lying on the bed sick, I can't help but feel the pain in my heart. When the day comes when I really face your old age, I will not be able to bear the pain of taking care of you with my own hands."
Li Dexian's words echoed in the empty hall, full of tired and sincere emotions. Emperor Jingjiang's heart tightened after hearing this, and he almost struggled to get up, but his weak body forced him to suppress the anger in his heart and choose to calm down. When he heard the sincere emotions in Li Dexian's words, his heart slowly returned to peace. Although the prince remembered every punishment he gave, what flowed in his bones was a strong sense of humanity.
Emperor Jingjiang recalled the past of his harsh teachings to the prince, and blushes of shame appeared on his face. He never expected that in the long years from the age of six to fifteen, severe punishments would be imprinted on the prince's growth trajectory every year. The prince still remembered this. He secretly regretted it in his heart: This boy actually settled the accounts so clearly!
Li Dexian's rambling words, filled with deep feelings, made Emperor Jingjiang's cheeks heat up. At this moment, he felt his left hand being held tightly. He looked up and saw Li Dexian kneeling beside the bed with tears on his face. He buried his head deeply into the quilt and cried endlessly until his strength was exhausted and he fell into a deep sleep. Emperor Jingjiang's chest was filled with turbulent emotions. As the ninth emperor, he knew that the wealth of material life could not fill the vacancy in his heart. What he longed for more was the warm comfort of family affection. On this night, the long-lost friendship between father and son was finally released. Emperor Jingjiang gently stroked Li Dexian's head and said in a hoarse and low voice: "Since you and I are connected, father and son wake up today. No matter how much you blame me, I just want you to let go of everything.”
As the night passed, Emperor Jingjiang gradually fell asleep amidst the emotional impact and extreme physical and mental exhaustion. In the early morning of the next morning, the rising sun filled every corner of the Qianqing Palace through the window lattice. Wang Jingwen walked into the hall and saw that Li Dexian was still sleeping on his knees. He called anxiously: "Why is your highness so tortured?" Myself?" Li Dexian was suffering from pain in his knee joints due to kneeling for a long time, and he replied in a daze: "I dreamed that my father wanted to punish me last night, so I hurriedly gave up the stick to show my respect!"
Wang Jingwen looked puzzled, and hurriedly helped Li Dexian to sit down on the chair, and checked the temperature of Emperor Jingjiang's forehead. He was surprised to find: "Your Highness! Your Majesty's high fever has gone away!" After hearing this, Li Dexian quickly stepped forward to confirm, and indeed he saw Emperor Jingjiang. His condition improved, and Wang Yansun was immediately summoned to continue acupuncture treatment. Amidst the bustle and bustle of everyone, Emperor Jingjiang slowly opened his eyes and asked for a drink of water in a hoarse voice.
During the conversation, Emperor Jingjiang heard Li Dexian mention the effectiveness of "penicillin". He was stunned at first, and then angrily rebuked: "That's ridiculous!" It turned out that Emperor Jingjiang had already forgotten about the diagnosis and treatment by Imperial Physician Guo when he had a fever. Wang Jingwen hurriedly explained that it was the prince who invited folk doctors from Yangqu County to successfully cure Emperor Jingjiang's illness with penicillin. Emperor Jingjiang personally felt the improvement of his condition, and then he realized that penicillin was not a poison, but a miraculous medicine. He immediately ordered the doctor to be summoned to inquire about the details.
Doctor Wang Yansun and his assistants rushed over and were overjoyed to see Emperor Jingjiang in high spirits. After detailed questioning, Emperor Jingjiang learned that penicillin could not only be used to treat tumors, but also had miraculous effects on sword wounds. However, the effect was best when used for the first time. Frequent use may weaken its efficacy. Emperor Jingjiang was amazed after hearing this, and then asked how much the medicine was worth and whether the people could afford it. Wang Yansun respectfully reported that penicillin has remarkable curative effects. Although its value still needs to be further measured, its ability to cure diseases and save lives is indeed a rare thing in the world. Emperor Jingjiang was overjoyed after hearing this and had deep expectations and eager expectations for penicillin.
Wang Yansun lowered his eyes and his Adam's apple rolled quietly. He swallowed slightly and responded in a cautious and humble tone: "Your Majesty, the production process of this penicillin is extremely complicated. Every process is like walking a tightrope. There are many variables. To refine it, It is really difficult to produce pure and impurity-free products. Therefore, the price will naturally not be low. However, the specific amount is not yet available, and I dare not make random guesses here." Although he is not completely ignorant, I was not personally involved in many trivial details such as material procurement and experimental expenses, such as the cost of experiments on monkeys, the labor costs of hand-made syringes by silversmiths, and the cost accounting of glassware. Each item required careful calculation and meticulous attention to detail.
When Emperor Jingjiang heard this, a flash of disappointment flashed through his deep eyes, his brows furrowed, and he asked: "According to you, this product is difficult to achieve mass production, and its name is penicillin. It is quite unique. It Where did it come from?" Wang Yansun replied: "Penicillin is a mold that grows on orange peels, but it is not limited to orange peels. Traces of it can be found on various foods in the world, although the raw materials are widely available. , but it is mixed with countless other microorganisms, including some that are harmful to the human body. Therefore, the process of extracting pure penicillin and removing impurities is extremely complicated and has low controllability. The penicillin used by His Majesty today is extremely difficult. , is currently the best quality product we can provide, but there is still the problem of low purity. Even preparations with more impurities can cure diseases and save lives, but they may cause other adverse reactions, compared with the death of the disease. It still has incomparable value. Our understanding of this drug is still shallow, and we may be able to overcome the difficulties and achieve large-scale production in the future.”
After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang was relieved. His thoughts were like waves, and he couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "Lin Aiqing made me see the wonders of the world again. I never thought that moldy things could turn decay into magic and save me from diseases!" He recalled that he The doubts I once had about penicillin now made me feel sad.
"Eunuch Wang, please take these two to retreat for the time being, so that they can settle down, and then reward me after I recover." Wang Jingwen accepted the order and respectfully led Wang Yansun and Wang Yansun out of the hall. Emperor Jingjiang turned to look at Imperial Physician Guo, his eyes cold and stern, and asked him why, as the head of the imperial hospital, he was not as good as a doctor in Yangqu County.
Doctor Guo's face turned pale with fright, and he hurriedly fell to the ground and cried in defense: "There is a rumor circulating in the capital that penicillin is poisonous, and that moldy orange peel is used to make medicine. It seems that he is adopting the strategy of fighting poison with poison. The old minister originally planned to use aconite for treatment, but the opportunity was fleeting. , Penicillin took the lead and took effect. The old minister is not incompetent!" Emperor Jingjiang was not satisfied with this answer and asked sternly: "The doctors in Yangqu County can think of it, why can't you royal doctors? ?" Dr. Guo was sweating like rain, and could only explain himself by quoting ancient records of orange peels being used as medicine.
When Li Dexian saw this, a trace of sarcasm emerged from the corner of his mouth, and he coldly suggested that those who stick to the rules in the Imperial Hospital should be abolished and instead select outstanding doctors from the private sector to join the imperial medical team. This metaphor is that medical skills are like martial arts, and practice is the standard for testing truth. In his exhaustion, Emperor Jingjiang decided to shelve the matter for the time being, but he warned the Taiyuan Hospital that if there was no more significant achievements, he would send everyone back to practice medicine among the people.
After drinking a few sips of tea, Emperor Jingjiang comforted Li Dexian not to worry too much. His condition was gradually improving and he just needed to rest and adjust his breathing. When the two talked about national affairs and family business, Emperor Jingjiang earnestly taught Li Dexian that as the future king of a country, he should always bear in mind the heavy responsibility of shouldering the world, and should handle problems calmly and calmly. Just as the lingering words were still echoing in the hall, Wang Jingwen hurriedly turned back and reported a shocking news: Lin Xiaofeng may have been kidnapped by the King of Hanjiang. Traces on the scene showed that there had been a fierce battle in the mountains and forests, and Lin Xiaofeng was suspected of escaping. Emperor Jingjiang and Li Dexian immediately became nervous after hearing the news. Emperor Jingjiang firmly believed that Lin Xiaofeng would be able to turn danger into danger. At the same time, he speculated that the King of Hanjiang might have escaped by boat. He immediately ordered to continue in-depth investigation to track down more relevant information.
The sight of secret harbors, huge ships, and ships loaded with gold and silver was like a turbulent sea, rolling and turbulent in Emperor Jingjiang's heart. He sighed solemnly: "The sixth brother has obviously planned this move for a long time. I'm afraid he has already had ambitions of sailing expeditions." When it was mentioned that Lin Xiaofeng was investigating the collusion of salt merchants in Yuanhai City and the rumors about Lao Liu's plot to usurp the throne, Jingjiang The emperor asked Wang Jingwen beside him for details, and Wang Jingwen replied: There is a lot of discussion about this inside and outside the palace. Emperor Jingjiang then issued a secret order: "I will keep my health strictly a secret for the time being. I will declare to the public that I am seriously ill, and I will rest and regulate my breathing in Qianqing Palace. News about Lin Xiaofeng must be secretly transmitted through special channels. Do not let any news leak through ordinary channels in the palace." ." Although Wang Jingwen had doubts, he still loyally obeyed the order, while the prince stayed with Emperor Jingjiang. Emperor Jingjiang smiled and said to him that they could review the pile of memorials together.
The prince wanted to leave but stopped. Emperor Jingjiang keenly caught his hesitation and confusion, and further explained his deeper meaning: "The reason why I want to let the news of Mr. Lin be passed on secretly, and not disclose the true condition of my health, is the mystery. Do you understand?" (End of Chapter)
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