novelhk Chapter 186: Nanyang Prefecture in Crisis
Chapter 186: Nanyang Prefecture in Crisis
Chapter 186: Nanyang Prefecture in Crisis
At this moment, Jingya Garden was filled with a mixture of joy and anxiety. Sunlight streamed through the gaps in the curtains, but it brought no warmth. Suddenly, hurried footsteps were heard at the door, and a black-armored cavalryman respectfully said, "Master Yichen, the Crown Prince and Lord Wen invite you, as well as Doctor Lu and Doctor Modong."
Gu Yichen frowned slightly and exchanged glances with Lu Ling'er, feeling a faint sense of unease. He vaguely sensed the seriousness of the situation and said, "Okay, please lead the way." Several people followed closely behind the black-armored cavalry who had come to inform them, each of them wondering what had happened.
Along the way, the air was filled with tension, as if even the air was suffocating because of what was about to happen. Gu Yichen felt even more uneasy and involuntarily quickened his pace, wanting to understand the situation as quickly as possible.
Soon, they were led to the study in Songheyuan, the main courtyard of the prefectural mansion. The black-armored cavalry stopped at the gate and gestured for them to enter on their own, as the prince had instructed that no one be allowed to approach. Gu Yichen and Lu Ling'er entered the room, each feeling a surge of different emotions.
Bai He and Bai Yu stood guard at the door, their eyes occasionally scanning Lu Ling'er and Gu Yichen. Both of them looked nervous, deeply concerned for the prince's safety. Gu Yichen sensed something was amiss in the atmosphere, and a subtle sense of oppression settled within him.
When Gu Yichen and Lu Ling'er knocked on the study door, Xinying rushed over to open it. Her face was filled with nervousness, her eyes slightly red, and when she saw Lu Ling'er, tears nearly welled up in her eyes. "Come in and talk." Her voice was filled with anxiety and helplessness.
When Gu Yichen heard the voice, his heart tightened and he thought, "Why did the prince's voice suddenly become so weak?" Lu Linger also noticed something was wrong and was extremely anxious. She hurriedly followed Gu Yichen into the study, wondering if Wen Yuan's poison had relapsed.
However, when Lu Linger rushed in, she saw a handsome man lying on the bed. His face was pale, with faint traces of purple and black marks, obvious symptoms of poisoning. This man's face and eyes gave Lu Linger a familiar feeling, as if she had seen him in a dream, and her heart couldn't help but tighten.
Without a second thought, she immediately took his hand and began to feel his pulse. Gu Yichen nervously took out his handkerchief, fearing that Lu Ling'er might meet another man, and his heart was filled with jealousy. He knew this man was the prince, but the situation at the moment made him unable to calm down.
The man on the bed opened his eyes slightly, but his gaze remained fixed on Lu Linger, as if he was craving her attention. Wen Yuan and Xinying stood by the bed, looking anxious, looking at each other, both worried about the prince's condition.
"Master Wen," Lu Ling'er said firmly, her pulse focused on the changes. "Your friend has been infected with the Blue-Blood Soul-Devouring Poison." She explained in detail, "This poison spreads through contaminated wells and is extracted from the corpses of dead animals. It gradually corrodes the body and mind of the infected, turning them into emotionless living dead. They grow sharp fangs and need to suck human blood to survive. Even more terrifying, the infected lose their sense of pain and fearlessness, becoming monsters from nightmares. The Blue-Blood Soul-Devouring Poison not only corrodes the flesh, but also devours the soul, turning people into complete zombies."
Before she finished speaking, the air in the room seemed to freeze instantly. Everyone held their breath, their hearts filled with fear. Deep worry appeared on everyone's face, as if they realized the seriousness of the disaster.
"Some people are naturally immune to this poison, or their bodies can alleviate the symptoms themselves by long-term consumption of foods containing antidotes," Lu Ling'er continued. "Only when you ingest enough to make a bowl of water will the initial symptoms occur. The toxin has a long incubation period, causing different people to develop symptoms at different times. Specific environmental factors or stress can trigger the toxin's activity."
"The origin of this toxin can be traced back to an ancient curse," she whispered, her eyes determined. "Legend has it that a betrayed wizard, seeking revenge, concocted this poison and poured it into his enemy's water source, transforming an entire village into the living dead. Since then, this poison has become a terrifying legend, and no one who comes into contact with it will be spared."
"It seems that someone is planning to let it spread terror in Nanyang Prefecture?" Wen Yuan's voice was heavy, with anger and fear intertwined in his heart.
Gu Yichen clenched his fists, a rage igniting within him. He would never allow this to happen to someone he cared about. He looked up at Lu Linger and said firmly, "We must find the antidote. We must not let anyone get hurt again."
Lu Linger nodded, her heart filled with a sense of responsibility and urgency. She knew that this war of poison was not only for the life of the prince, but also to protect the peace of Nanyang Prefecture.
"We need to conduct a detailed investigation into the source of the toxin," Wen Yuan said, a resolute look on his face. "At the same time, we must quickly organize personnel to investigate the water source and the whereabouts of the dead animals within the city. We must not allow the toxin to spread further!"
Gu Yichen was shocked and thought to himself: "If there is really someone manipulating this secretly, then this matter cannot be let go easily." He and Lu Linger looked at each other, and they understood each other silently.
At this moment, Xinying's voice interrupted their thoughts: "I will call people and ask all the doctors to come over." A determined look appeared on her face, as if she had made up her mind.
"I will also mobilize the forces in the city to ensure that everyone is protected." Wen Yuan continued, appearing very decisive.
"Ling'er, you have to come up with a solution as soon as possible." Gu Yichen encouraged. He believed that Lu Ling'er would be able to find a solution.
Lu Linger nodded, thinking silently, "I must find an antidote as soon as possible." At this moment, some herbs that could be used to make an antidote began to flash through her mind. She decided to prepare the herbs first and try to conduct the experiment as soon as possible.
"Time is running out, let's take action!" Gu Yichen took a deep breath, and the tension in his heart instantly condensed into a kind of strength. He must do something to protect his friends and the people of Nanyang Prefecture.
Lu Linger and Gu Yichen encouraged each other and silently prepared themselves for the upcoming battle.
The fate of Nanyang Prefecture hangs by a thread, and everything will depend on their efforts and wisdom.