The plague finally broke out in Wusheng Pass. Despite Xiao Luo's best efforts, infected individuals still appeared within the city.
When He Qingyi arrived at Wusheng Pass, many people had already contracted the plague.
"You're finally here," Xiao Luo breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing He Qingyi. "The infected patients have been isolated, and the citizens have been instructed to stay indoors, disinfect, and ventilate their homes. We've also arranged for daily patrols to isolate anyone exhibiting symptoms. Currently, there are numerous cases, but the spread has been contained."
"Young General, you've done admirably," He Qingyi said, patting his shoulder. "Don't worry, I'm not alone."
The elder beside He Qingyi raised his head. "Youngster, with us here, you can rest assured. I truly didn't expect his methods to be as despicable and shameless as ever."
"Shameless people never become noble; they only grow more despicable and more shameless!" Xiao Luo stated expressionlessly. "We still don't know what kind of plague has infected the city. I hope you two can identify it quickly."
"Most likely the Black Death," Wan Du Zi said slowly. "The ones that spread through rats are usually the Black Death."
"The Black Death is incurable!" Xiao Luo's face darkened. If it were the Black Death, he couldn't even allow a single person to leave the city, as no one could guarantee they weren't carriers. Once infected, they would become a mobile vector, potentially leading to the destruction of the Blue Moon kingdom!
"Master, please don't frighten the Young General," He Qingyi said, somewhat helplessly. "Let's confirm the illness first. If it is the Black Death, it's not entirely untreatable. His Majesty had already considered various possibilities before leaving."
"I am too useless. Man'er trusted me with guarding Wusheng Pass, yet I allowed the enemy to exploit our vulnerabilities."
"Young General, their objective is to create trouble and force His Majesty out. However, His Majesty cannot appear now. To prevent His Majesty from worrying about external affairs, we have severed all contact with him until he safely gives birth. Therefore, no matter what tricks that person plays, we must hold firm and never surrender!" He Qingyi reassured him.
"I understand that. They are waiting to see us fail, so we will show them that our downfall is not so easily achieved," Xiao Luo said coldly. "He Ye, you are responsible for monitoring every movement within the city. Do not miss any suspicious individuals. You must apprehend the mastermind lurking in the shadows."
"Yes, General."
The mysterious man watched the smoke rising from Wusheng Pass, a sinister smile playing on his lips. The flames of Wusheng Pass had finally ignited. With the plague spreading, Xiao Luo would undoubtedly seal the gates, forbidding anyone from leaving. Moreover, Wusheng Pass lacked sufficient medicinal supplies. Before long, it would become a dead city!
And Xiao Luo was Xiao Man's only brother. If her brother's life was in danger, even Xiao Man would not be able to stand idly by. He was eager to see how long Xiao Man could endure.
"My lord, Wusheng Pass appears to be normal."
"How can you say it's normal? Isn't there smoke rising from Wusheng Pass?"
"My lord, that is the cooking smoke from the common people."
The mysterious man slowly shook his head. "Have you ever seen people cooking at Shen Shi (around 3-5 PM)?"
"Ordinary folk, busy with farm work, would eat at Shen Shi, which is normal."
"Idiot, it's the first lunar month. What farm work needs to be done?" the mysterious man scoffed. "They are likely burning corpses within the city."
"My lord, has the plague already broken out within the city?"
"Now that I have personally come, I must force Xiao Man out."
"What if Xiao Luo contracts the illness and dies?"
"Then he has only himself to blame for his misfortune. He deserves it."
Within Wusheng Pass, all remained peaceful. Even though the Black Death had broken out and many were infected, the citizens, despite their fear, remained calm and cooperated with epidemic prevention efforts.
"General, there are no issues within the city. Could those troublemakers be outside?"
"It's best if they are not within the city. If they are not here, they won't know the specifics of the situation within the city," Xiao Luo sneered. The plague within the city was now under effective control, and He Qingyi and his team had developed a medicine to inhibit the Black Death. It was believed that a cure would be available soon.
"But if they are outside the city, we cannot go out to deal with them!" He Ye said indignantly. The person behind this was truly detestable, releasing plague-infected rats into Wusheng Pass. Fortunately, the General discovered it in time, otherwise, Wusheng Pass would have been littered with corpses.
"We cannot go out, but they can come in." Xiao Luo's eyes grew cold, a simmering rage within them. The opponent's intention was to turn Wusheng Pass into a desolate wasteland, which he could never forgive. Moreover, their ultimate goal was to harm his sister!
"Ah, General, I received a letter from His Majesty." He Ye suddenly remembered. He had received a letter from Xiao Luo before the city was sealed. Due to the Black Death, he had been too busy to recall it. Su Dan Novel Network
"Man'er sent it?" Xiao Luo took the letter and found it to be rather heavy. He tore open the envelope, and an object fell out – a jade token. This jade token was a perfect match for the jade pendant he wore.
Xiao Luo's expression changed dramatically. He examined the jade token closely, then took out the one he kept close to his person. He Ye watched as the two jade tokens fit together, a hint of confusion in his eyes.
"Are these jade tokens a pair?"
Xiao Luo quickly took out the letter and read it. He then smiled, and as he laughed, tears began to fall. He had secretly been searching for someone, a task he had confided to no one. Yet, she had noticed and helped him find that person.
"This girl always manages to surprise me."
"General, what did His Majesty say in the letter?" He Ye asked, puzzled by Xiao Luo's emotional state.
"She helped me find someone very important to me."
"Someone very important? Is it family?"
"Yes, family."
"Someone who is very important to both of you. Now, General, we must return to Bianjing alive, to see His Majesty, and to see that person who is so important to you, perhaps your sister-in-law and nephew."
Xiao Luo said slowly, "Of course, we will return to Bianjing alive. Not only that, but we will also tear that scoundrel Feng Mo Ran into a thousand pieces."
"A thousand pieces is not enough to appease our hatred! Such a person should be ground to dust!" He Ye said fiercely. "But before that, I will definitely catch those few smelly rats hiding in the gutter!"