There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 136 Why Cry So Much

Upon hearing the word "epidemic," Princess Jia'er was completely distraught and disregarded her image.

He hurriedly shouted

"Changning, Changning"

Princess Changning had already heard her mother's voice. Her eyes reddened slightly, but she didn't cry; her gaze remained firm.

"Mother, as long as Changning is here, Changning will be safe. Changning will fight this epidemic to the very end. Please, Mother, have faith in Changning."

Princess Jia'er was pleased to hear this.

"My Changning has truly grown up, finally becoming as sensible and well-behaved as Gu Ziying. Therefore, Mother believes in and supports Changning."

Princess Changning: "Thank you, Mother."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen sniffed. What did it mean to finally be as sensible and well-behaved as Ziying?

Could it be that Princess Jiale kept comparing Changning and Ziying, which is why Changning was hostile towards Ziying and disliked her all along?

The case is solved! The case is solved!

Li Shuchen finally solved the case; it turned out to be because of "someone else's child." However, the two of them are much closer now.

Princess Jiale: "You need bedding, right? Mother will arrange for someone to fetch it."

Princess Changning: "We also need candles, kerosene lamps, and lanterns."

Princess Jia'er: "Alright, Changning will wait for Mother to return."

Before long, Princess Jiale and Lord Gu returned with bedding and some daily necessities.

Princess Jiale: "Changning, Mother is back."

Princess Changning: "Mother, just leave the things at the door. Changning will go and get them. Please come home."

Gu Ziying: "Mother, why don't you and Father go home too?"

Li Shuchen (in a hoarse voice): "Mom and Dad, you should come home soon too."

Madam Gu and Madam Li remained unmoved and silently grieved.

Princess Jiale spoke up, "Go back, all of you. The children have already worried enough about the refugees; you, as parents, shouldn't make them worry any more."

"Yes"*4

Madam Li wiped away her tears with a silk handkerchief and said, "Chen'er, Mother is leaving. Xiao'er, take good care of your elder sister."

Madam Gu: "Ying'er, Mother is leaving too."

Princess Jiale: "Changning, your mother awaits the day you return safely."

"Good"*4

Li Shuchen and the others waited until there was no movement from the door.

He carefully opened the door and went to retrieve bedding, candles, and other items.

As Gu Ziying was fetching bedding, she suddenly grabbed Princess Changning and said...

"Changning, I only now realize that Princess Jiale has always compared you to me, so your previous hostility towards me was justified."

But Changning, we're different. You're lively, cheerful, straightforward, and bright like the sun. You're also charitable, helpful, generous, and sincere.

So, you have your strengths, just be yourself.

Princess Changning, flattered by Gu Ziying's praise, gave a haughty snort: "If it weren't for Li Shuchen, I might not have been able to clear up the misunderstanding between us."

I only discovered through our time together that you are gentle, dignified, generous, and forgiving.

I've been arguing with you the whole time, which makes me seem a bit unreasonable.

Later, I figured it out myself: I don't need to learn from anyone, nor do I need to resemble anyone.

"I am who I am, the only Princess Changning of the Purple Star Dynasty."

Gu Ziying smiled and said, "It's good that you can figure it out."

Li Shuchen chuckled, "Oh, let's get along well from now on. If there are any problems, just bring them up."

Let's solve this together. Don't keep it bottled up inside, to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings that could damage our friendship.

Gu Ziying, Princess Changning nodded in agreement: "Okay."

Seeing that the two of them had resolved their differences and opened up to each other, Li Shuchen was also happy. He cheerfully carried a few blankets and headed towards the "fever shed."

Fearing that the people in the fever ward would get cold at night, we gave them several beds and, together with Dr. Sun and Linglong, helped them cover themselves up.

Li Shuchen handed Dr. Sun another blanket.

Doctor Sun said, "Miss Li, I don't need the bedding; Linglong can use it."

Li Shuchen advised, "Dr. Sun, although it is summer, it is still cool at night. If you catch a cold and fall ill, who will take care of these patients?"

Linglong and I can share one blanket; Dr. Sun should use this blanket instead.

Linglong also advised, "Master, Linglong and Miss can share one."

Dr. Sun then took the bedding and said, "Alright."

And so, Dr. Sun took his bedding and went to sleep in another "observation shed".

Li Shuchen took the bedding and went to sleep alone in a shed with Linglong.

It was late at night. Li Shuchen tidied up a bit and then lay down.

Perhaps it was because I was too tired today, plus I cried for a long time.

Li Shuchen fell asleep as soon as his head hit the pillow.

On the morning of the fourth day, Li Shuchen was awakened by crying from the "fever shed" next door.

I suddenly opened my eyes, thinking, "They're crying like this, could someone have died?"

I quickly stood up and went to grab my coat, but Linglong was already gone.

Li Shuchen then realized it was already broad daylight. He slapped his face twice to wake himself up, then ran into the "fever shed".

As soon as I entered the room, I saw all the grown men crying.

Some silently shed tears.

There were slight sobs.

And there are those who open their mouths and howl loudly.

Li Shuchen counted carefully three times: ten people, not one missing, no one was dead.

Then Li Shuchen looked at them more closely. Except for one person whose face was swollen like a pig's head, the others looked much better than yesterday.

He was listless yesterday, but today he has the energy to cry loudly.

Then why are you crying like this?

Li Shuchen looked at Linglong, who was brewing medicine outside, and asked, "Linglong, why are they all crying? Has their condition worsened again?"

Linglong replied, "Master said that the decline in physical condition has been stopped."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen exclaimed happily, "Really? That's wonderful!"

Linglong smiled and nodded: "They're crying with joy. Master said they won't die."

Li Shuchen breathed a sigh of relief: "That's good then."

"Have you found anyone with a fever in the 'observation shed'?"

Linglong: "Never discovered"

Li Shuchen then asked, "Are there people in other places with fevers?"

Linglong: "No, they all look quite energetic."

Li Shuchen's smile deepened as he continued, "Where is Doctor Sun?"

Linglong: "Master has gone to study the prescription; he said he needs to increase the dosage."

"it is good"

Li Shuchen stretched, feeling delighted by the news, and jogged to the water bucket to wash up.

I scooped up some water, splashed it on my cheeks, rubbed them vigorously a couple of times, then scooped up some more water and rinsed my face.

Then look up at the sky.

The sun shone brightly, the sky was clear and cloudless.

Li Shuchen smiled to herself, feeling quite pleased with herself as she went to the storage area to get the porridge.

Upon returning, he picked up his bowl and took a large gulp.

Mmm, the porridge tastes especially sweet today.

Days passed by like this.

Fortunately, no one else developed a fever, and those in the "fever ward" are getting better and better.

People in the safe zone were relieved and lived peacefully every day.

The sixth day of closing the city gates arrived in the blink of an eye.

Dr. Sun stroked his beard and said in a light tone, "Miss Li, everyone in the 'fever shed' has had their fevers reduced."

Li Shuchen asked happily, "The fever has gone down, so you'll be better soon?"

Dr. Sun: "That makes sense."

Li Shuchen laughed loudly and said, "Heaven rewards those who persevere; our efforts over the past few days have finally paid off."