The Holy Emperor of Ming

Chapter 238 Disaster Relief
It's far more than just Zhang Sanfeng and Wuji.

To the west of the Ming Dynasty, there is a recognized buffer zone between the Ming Dynasty and the Song Dynasty, and a border area of ​​Shaanxi where the martial arts forces are quite chaotic.

A man playing the erhu, with a melancholy temperament all over his body, smiled after pondering for a moment.

Southern Zhili of the Ming Dynasty.

In the ebb and flow of the Dongting Lake, an ugly man thought for a while and then looked at the magnificent lake water.

"Xixi, if there really is such a world, I'm sure you would be very happy too."

With deliberate promotion, the real event spread to almost every corner of the Ming Dynasty in just a few days.

Either in the mountains or in the city.

Some strong men sneered, while some felt expectant.

But it is undeniable that they are paying more attention to the changes in the Ming Dynasty today.

December 29th is Chinese New Year tomorrow. The capital city is already bustling with activity and joy, especially in the imperial palace.

“This year is the first year that the eleven ladies have entered the palace, and Your Majesty finally has someone to spend the New Year with.

Be careful, don't make any mistakes, understand?" Liu Jin said seriously.

"Yes." Several eunuchs responded quickly. They decided to check it again later.

There must not be any mistakes.

Otherwise, Eunuch Liu, who has become more strict and stern since the power was taken away by several concubines, will never let them off easily.

After sending away several eunuchs, Liu Jin thought for a while and ran to the Qianqing Palace to report.

"Your Majesty, what are your thoughts on this year's New Year?" Liu Jin asked with a smile on his face.

"What ideas can you have? Just live your life as usual." Zhu Houzhao said indifferently.

"Then should we invite the ladies to the Qianqing Palace to keep watch with His Majesty?" Liu Jin asked.

"By the way, I have a wife now, so there will be someone to keep watch with me this year." Zhu Houzhao's eyes lit up and he reacted.

Suddenly, he became more interested and talked to Liu Jin for a few words.

Just at this time, an urgent carrier pigeon flew to the Jinyiwei headquarters. The person who handled the letter was horrified when he saw it and quickly reported it.

Guo Bujing, who was still working, received the report and his face changed. He gave a few orders without hesitation and entered the palace.

"Old Guo, what's the matter with going to the palace now?" Zhu Houzhao asked curiously.

"Your Majesty, something has happened. The Jinyiwei of Zhending Prefecture sent an urgent message that an earthquake occurred in Jinzhou at about 1:01 a.m. this morning.

The situation is still unclear, but the earthquake was not small, and most people were still asleep when it happened, so the casualties are likely to be heavy. "Guo Bujing said hurriedly, bowing.

Zhu Houzhao was stunned for a moment, then stood up suddenly, his breath fluctuating, and he said in a deep voice: "Find out the situation as soon as possible."

"I have already given the order. Follow-up intelligence should be transmitted back to the capital continuously." Guo Bujing said.

"Let's go to the Embroidered Uniform Guard." Zhu Houzhao said immediately.

After taking a few steps, Zhu Houzhao stopped again and murmured, "We can't wait. The earthquake can't wait even a moment longer."

"Dragon Rider obeys your orders."

His expression was extremely serious, and the sound suddenly rolled out, passing through half of the palace and echoing throughout the Emperor Wu’s Dragon Cavalry Camp.

Most of the people in the palace were alarmed, and all of Emperor Wu's Dragon Riders were on high alert in an instant.

"Take off your armor immediately, take ten days' worth of rations and all your military tents, and rush to Jinzhou, Zhending Prefecture, as quickly as possible."

The unquestionable voice fell.

"Yes."

The more than nine thousand Martial Emperor Dragon Riders responded without hesitation and with tremendous energy.

The dragon riders took off their armor and ran towards their war horses.

The scene suddenly looked chaotic, with figures everywhere and scattered armor all over the ground, but the chaos did not waste time.

Emperor Wu's Dragon Cavalry is always preparing for battle, everything is ready at all times.

Including military rations, military tents, etc., are all prepared at all times and placed not far from the war horses.

In less than a quarter of an hour, excluding the hundreds of people who had asked for New Year leave, more than nine thousand Emperor Wu Dragon Riders had already rushed out of the camp one after another, each riding three horses.

The rumbling sound of horse hooves was deafening.

Coupled with Zhu Houzhao's voice, many people were shocked and confused.

What went wrong? Why did they have to mobilize the Emperor Wu's Dragon Cavalry?
The three elders of the cabinet and others hurried to the Qianqing Palace.

Zhu Houzhao didn't care about other people's thoughts at this time. After ordering Emperor Wu's Dragon Cavalry to go out, he was thinking hard and said quickly: "Old Guo, what else do you need to rescue the people affected by the earthquake?"

"Your Majesty, the situation is not clear at the moment. Should we dispatch the Emperor's Dragon Cavalry..." Guo Bujing said in shock.

"I'm asking you, what do you urgently need?" Zhu Houzhao shouted impatiently.

"Doctor, medicine, food, and thick clothes." Guo Bujing said hurriedly.

"Yes, we need a doctor." Zhu Houzhao suddenly woke up.

With a light breath, the sound swept across the entire capital city like thunder.

"Doctors of the Imperial College of Medicine and the Imperial Hospital, listen to my orders."

The loud bang shocked everyone in the capital, and countless people looked towards the direction of the palace in confusion.

"All doctors and students, gather outside the Imperial College immediately and prepare the medicinal materials for treating external injuries and traumas. Prepare as many as you can and wait for the Emperor Wu's Dragon Riders to pick you up."

“Dragon Cavalry, send 2,000 men to the Imperial College, take the doctors’ medicines, and rush to Jinzhou in Zhending Prefecture.

Another thousand people were sent to get thick clothes and bedding.

The rest of the dragon riders continue on their way, all of them are fast."

The solemn voice left many people puzzled. But the Emperor Wu's Dragon Riders immediately obeyed the order, as did the teachers and students of the Imperial Hospital and the Imperial College Medical College. No one dared to disobey the order from the Emperor Shengwu himself.

Today is December 29th.

The Imperial College was on holiday, and all the students and most of the teachers were not there.

Fortunately, nearly half of the first batch of students at the Imperial College were from the capital, and most of the teachers also lived in the capital.

Upon hearing the order, he didn't care about anything else. He simply packed up his things and rushed to the Imperial College.

"Hurry up, this is an order from His Majesty himself. Mother, I won't pack up anymore. I'm leaving now."

"Brother Li, let's go to the Imperial College."

"What's going on? Let's go."

"Emperor Wu's Dragon Cavalry is out, Jinzhou still needs doctors and medicines, could it be..."

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"You want to go too?" An ugly middle-aged woman said unhappily, pointing to the residence.

"Of course. Didn't you hear the order just now? I won't say any more to you. There's no time to waste." Ping Yizhi frowned and walked out while packing his medicine box.

"It's almost New Year's Day, and I don't know why Your Majesty is crazy?" said the middle-aged woman unhappily.

"I think you are crazy. If you dare to talk nonsense again, our whole family will die." Ping Yizhi said angrily and ran away in a hurry.

The middle-aged woman was unhappy, but she shrank her neck and dared not say anything more.

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Teachers and students from medical schools all over the capital rushed to the Imperial College from all directions.

In the Imperial College of Medicine.

Cheng Lingsu stayed in the Imperial College of Medicine.

After hearing the rolling orders, she immediately understood what was going on and quickly directed some teachers and students who were still in the medical school to move the medicinal materials.

Just when the capital was in a frenzy because of Zhu Houzhao's sudden order, Zhu Houzhao remembered and immediately ran to the three elders of the cabinet.

"Quick, who in the court has experience in dealing with post-earthquake disasters? I will take him to Jinzhou immediately." Zhu Houzhao said quickly.

"Your Majesty, don't be anxious. Is there an earthquake in Zhending Prefecture or Jinzhou?" Liu Jian said calmly.

"Yes, the Embroidered Uniform Guard sent a letter saying that there was an earthquake this morning." Zhu Houzhao nodded.

"Is the information confirmed? What is the specific situation?" Liu Jian immediately looked at Guo Bujing who was following behind Zhu Houzhao.

"It has not been completely confirmed yet, but it should not be false. The specific situation is not clear yet, and we will know it only after follow-up information." Guo Bujing said quickly.

"Alright." Zhu Houzhao interrupted impatiently, and said without question: "No matter whether it is true or not, we can't wait. If we wait any longer, many more people may die.

Quickly select a suitable official and I will take him to Jinzhou immediately."

"Your Majesty, are you going in person?" Ma Wensheng asked in surprise.

Liu Jian and Xie Qian also wanted to speak up to dissuade them.

"Stop talking nonsense, there is no point for me to stay in the capital.

The affairs of the court are now handed over to you. Please ask the Embroidered Uniform Guard for the specific details.

You should come up with follow-up disaster response policies as soon as possible.

Remember, I will never allow the people after the earthquake to freeze to death, starve to death, and become homeless.

Do you understand?" Zhu Houzhao stared at the three men with dignity and dominance.

"Yes." The three of them felt nervous and responded immediately subconsciously.

"Your Majesty, please take me with you. I am the most suitable person to go." Xie Qian said decisively.

Zhu Houzhao nodded, thought about it calmly, and shouted loudly: "Uncle Thirteen, Old Yan, go to Zhending Prefecture immediately."

After the sound resounded throughout the capital again, Zhu Houzhao looked at Liu Jin, the two Caos and others who had already rushed over, and said quickly: "Da Cao Banban, Wang Gong, you also follow.

Well, starting with the Cabinet, let’s get busy.”

"Yes." Everyone responded and left quickly.

Zhu Houzhao did not waste any more time. He grabbed Xie Qian and flew directly out of the city with Wei Jinzhong, who was always by his side, and Cao Youxiang and Wang Zhi.

Passing by the Imperial College, he said, "Each of them should bring a doctor with them."

As he spoke, he descended. At this time, there were not many doctors and students gathered there.

Zhu Houzhao did not hesitate. He grabbed Xie Qian with one hand and hugged the surprised Cheng Lingsu with the other hand, and said seriously: "I will take you to Jinzhou first."

Cheng Lingsu calmed down, suppressed her embarrassment and nodded.

Wei Jinzhong and the other two did not choose and each grabbed a doctor.

The figure flashed and flew out of the city.

At this time, Zhu Houzhao saw the running Emperor Wu's Dragon Riders and remembered that in his haste, he seemed to have not told them his real purpose.

He turned his head and shouted loudly: "All dragon riders, doctors, and students, an earthquake occurred in Jinzhou, Zhending Prefecture today.

Countless people of the Ming Dynasty have been harmed and are waiting for rescue.

The people of the Ming Dynasty need you, and the time has come to test you.

In the fight against disasters, you and I must be at the forefront. I will be waiting for you in the disaster area.

Seize every moment, quickly."

The sound waves rolled and continued to sweep across, clearly ringing in the ears of millions of people, and everyone suddenly understood.

"Yes."

The Wudi Dragon Rider responded loudly while running.

Zhu Houzhao said no more, took the two of them, and flew to Jinzhou at full speed.

(Chapter two.)
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(End of this chapter)