The fierce grandson of the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 102 Zhu Yuanzhang: We'll back up our grandson!

Zhu Biao was worried about his eldest son, who did not understand the great harm caused by miasma.

He tapped the table lightly and added a sentence.

"This is like every year; of the soldiers who went on the southern expedition, four or five out of ten died in battle, all because they contracted malaria and lost their lives!"

"Back in March, your imperial grandfather issued an edict to your eldest uncle, ordering him to prepare the troops and provisions, and to launch the campaign only after the miasma had cleared and the rainy season had ended in October, when autumn had turned to winter!"

"The fighting here will likely end around March or April of next year, by which time preparations for the Northern Expedition will be nearly complete!"

Zhu Xiong Ying's eyes lit up when she heard this.

I remember the last time I left the palace, I visited the Imperial Medical Academy while inspecting the university.

According to Dai Sigong, the several malaria prevention prescriptions he recommended have been finalized!

It just hasn't been tested in the field yet.

The prescription here originated from my maternal uncle, Lan Yu, who returned from Yunnan after a victorious campaign, and mentioned the perilous environment he had encountered.

So, he thought of sending a gift to his uncle Mu Ying, which gave Lao Dai some ideas!

Since the successful development of the smallpox vaccine and its widespread distribution to many parts of the world.

Dai Sigong then devoted some of his energy to this matter!

His medical skills are beyond question, so how could he not figure it out?

Since last winter, knowing Zhu De's military deployment in the southwest, he also wrote a guide to epidemic prevention!

This approach is not only applicable to the southwestern border troops, but can also be extended to the troops undertaking the northern expedition!

Seeing the worried expression on Biao'er's father's face.

Zhu Xiong Ying paused for a moment, then said, "Since Father has mentioned the plague, I have some good news to tell you!"

Under the probing gaze of his cheap father.

He said solemnly, "After my great-uncle returned from the southwest last year, I heard that the Yunnan border troops were suffering from malaria. So, I quickly sought out Mr. Dai and, relying on some ancient methods, together we figured out a way to avoid malaria and prevent disease! We also asked him to develop more appropriate pills and prescriptions!"

"For example, the Miasma-Avoiding Pill is made primarily of Atractylodes lancea, Magnolia officinalis, Citrus reticulata peel, Pogostemon cablin, Eupatorium fortunei, and Amomum villosum, along with other miasma-treating herbs such as Amomum tsao-ko, and refined into honey pills. According to Mr. Dai, it has the effects of drying dampness, strengthening the spleen, dispelling foulness, and detoxifying."

"Now, more than half a year has passed, and the prescription and pills have been finalized and produced. Only clinical trials are needed. I was planning to prove its efficacy before telling you, so I could present it to Your Majesty!"

In fact, the miasma epidemics that occur in many parts of Southwest China today are often referred to as malaria in later generations.

It is also known as "hallucination" in folk terms.

Among these treatment options, artemisinin is arguably the most important one.

However, given the medical conditions in the early Ming Dynasty, producing artemisinin was nothing short of a pipe dream!

However, it is not impossible to produce a similar antidote.

For example, artemisia annua paste and dried artemisia annua powder.

All of this falls within the research scope of the Imperial Medical Academy!

"Furthermore, my son likes to peruse medical books from previous dynasties in his spare time, and he knows that epidemics during military campaigns are mostly caused by dampness, mosquitoes, and..."

Raw water and unclean substances entered the human body.

"Whether it's the war in the southwest or our army's northern expedition, we need to prevent and treat the disease, but the focus should be on prevention. We must first cut off the path for the virus to enter the body, and then use medicine as an aid to save the lives of our soldiers!"

"To this end, my son has already written half of 'Epidemic Prevention Guidelines,' and Dad, you might want to listen to what he has to say!"

Seeing Biao'er's father stroking his beard, he did not voice any objection.

Zhu Xiong Ying cleared his throat and continued, "But if we are to set up camp, we should choose a high, dry, sunny and well-ventilated place, avoiding low-lying, damp valleys with mosquitoes and flies, to prevent water pollution."

"During the march, all drinking water must be boiled and cooled before drinking. Raw water must never be drunk, because raw water contains the most filth and evil, and it is very easy to cause vomiting, diarrhea and dysentery if it enters the stomach."

"Furthermore, regarding food, raw, cold, or spoiled food must never be consumed. Military rations should also include ginger and garlic to protect the spleen and stomach—"

Hearing about all that happened here.

Zhu Biao was deeply moved. He took a deep breath and said, "Ying'er has done another great thing without saying a word."

"If these methods prove to work, your imperial grandfather will surely be pleased!"

Offer a few words of praise.

I knew the matter was of great importance.

Zhu Biao made a decision immediately, preparing to first summon Dai Sigong to the Eastern Palace to inquire about the inside story before reporting to his father.

Fifteen minutes later, as soon as his eldest son left, he couldn't wait to send a servant to deliver a message.

On that day, the news reached Zhu Yuanzhang's ears.

Upon hearing this, Zhu was overjoyed and summoned all the members of the Imperial Medical Academy to his side that very night to discuss matters.

In less than two days.

News of the treatment for miasma spread throughout the court and the country.

In an instant, everyone was thrilled!

At the same time, the name of Zhu Xiong Ying, the eldest grandson of the emperor, once again spread to every household!

When Zhu Xiong Ying learned of this, how could she not understand?

Is Old Zhu trying to make him famous again?

In this situation, one can only accept it honestly.

May has arrived in the blink of an eye, and the Dragon Boat Festival has just passed.

Until the seventh day of the fifth lunar month.

The day before the eldest grandson of the emperor left the capital to return to Haozhou to pay respects to his ancestors.

Nighttime, inside the Kunning Palace.

Compared to usual, Zhu Yuanzhang returned earlier, filled with worries.

Upon entering the hall, they saw that their eldest grandson was also there.

He felt a sudden sense of relief.

Then he sat down next to his wife.

Empress Ma handed over the peeled loquats, saying, "These are from the first batch grown in the palace. They're very sweet, and Grandson loves them. I just had the palace servants pick some, and luckily I saved some for you, Chongba!"

Zhu Yuanzhang only took one bite, then stuffed the rest into his beloved grandson's hand, laughing, "If you like it, then eat more! Tomorrow on the road to Haozhou, there probably won't be much to eat—"

Old Zhu couldn't refuse his hospitality, his eyes filled with reluctance.

Zhu Xiong Ying had no choice but to accept it and take a small bite.

Seeing the atmosphere filled with sadness at parting, he told a few jokes, which made the two old people's wrinkles smooth out.

On one side, the grandfather and grandson were enjoying a happy time together.

A moment later, he thought about how his eldest grandson was about to leave his side.

This is the first time I've traveled so far in all these years!

Empress Ma couldn't bear to leave her grandson. She hugged him tightly, stroked his hand, and said with deep concern, "Xiong Ying has never been away from me and your grandfather before. This time, he won't be back for at least a month!"

"May is the hottest month, and you tend to sweat a lot, so remember to change and wash the clothes I asked you to bring frequently."

At this point, Empress Ma took a small purse from the maid and said, "And this is a peace charm I embroidered for you. It contains peach wood. You must keep it close to your body and never let it out of your sight."

I noticed my grandmother's solemn expression.

Zhu Xiong Ying took the gift, her nose tingled, and her eyes reddened. She said, "Grandmother, rest assured, your grandson will take good care of him and himself, and will never let you and Grandfather have any worries!"

Slowed down for a moment.

Zhu Yuanzhang's lips moved, his eyes narrowed, and he said, "My eldest grandson, don't think your grandmother was being long-winded with what she just said!"

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"And remember this: whether on the road or in Fengyang, you are our eldest grandson, and you must not suffer the slightest grievance wherever you go!"

"With Grandpa Emperor backing you up, even if the sky falls, we'll hold it up for you!"