The Dramatic Crown Princess Wants to Poison Me!

Chapter 359: Presence

That’s right, in Luo Jia and the others’ eyes, Xia Wenjin is either relying on her extraordinary background or her youthful beauty, acting coy in front of these adults, and no one is willing to seriously reckon with her.

As for her medical skills?

Ha, a little girl of fifteen or sixteen, what medical skills can she possibly have? Can she even recognize the herbs properly? Can she write a prescription?

However, she’s too young; if they were to directly confront a little girl like her, wouldn’t it make them appear even more petty?

Forget it, despite her offensive words, they could only let it go as they had a broad mind fitting for an adult.

It’s just a pity for that young man named Ying Feng, who, despite his medical expertise, was only seeking shortcuts. Initially, they held high hopes for him, but now, they’ve given up.

Yu Shikui cleared his throat to draw attention, then said with authority: "Xia Wenjin, is this how you manage the isolation area? A mere ordinary doctor dares to be disrespectful to an Imperial Physician? Not to mention the Imperial Physicians are here by the emperor’s decree, even these adults are old enough to be your uncles. You indulge in the doctor’s arrogant words, disregarding seniors, and showing complete disrespect! You’re merely a lowly civilian; who gives you the courage?"

That day when he saw Xia Wenjin in her stunning female attire, Yu Shikui was indeed moved, but Xia Wenjin’s remarkable skills in rescuing Shang Jingwang from the fire alongside Huangfu Jingchen left him trembling in fear. Furthermore, with Huangfu Jinxuan present, he dared not act too openly.

He originally thought he would have the chance to win over this woman, but now the Imperial Physicians’ arrival prompted her to consider leaving, and he wondered if there would still be an opportunity.

Yet, this didn’t stop him from flaunting his authority.

Xia Wenjin: "..."

This Yu Shikui really knows how to make his presence felt occasionally.

In her past life, when Yu Shikui saw her, his obsequious demeanor was quite nauseating. However, in this life, he is the Prefectural Governor, while Xia Wenjin is indeed merely a lowly civilian.

No matter how much Xia Wenjin despises his character, and even though Yu Shikui no longer has Wen Hao’s army, his status as Prefectural Governor is genuine. She’s about to leave soon and doesn’t mind offending this person, but given Yu Shikui’s insidious nature, there’s no guarantee he won’t shift his malice onto the villagers of Wangshan Town.

She turned to Yu Shikui and said: "Lord Geng, the doctors in the isolation area have been utterly focused on the patients and are somewhat out of touch with external matters, so they bear no guilt. You, as the esteemed Prefectural Governor, wouldn’t possibly hold grudges against a rural doctor, right?"

Wasn’t Yu Shikui just planning to hold a grudge?

But since Xia Wenjin had stated it outright, holding a grudge would have cost him his dignity.

Yet, if he doesn’t hold a grudge, wouldn’t that fall right into Xia Wenjin’s scheme?

He glanced at Luo Jia and saw that Luo Jia and the others were indifferent, which only infuriated him further. He had just been speaking on behalf of Luo Jia, yet he didn’t receive any appreciation in return?

Alright, he decided to wait and see.

His grandfather had sent a message by carrier pigeon, advising him to act with caution.

He snorted, displaying disdain to speak with Xia Wenjin.

Kong Tixin watched Yu Shikui, then glanced at Xia Wenjin, his eyes rolling as he plotted something in his mind.

Just in time to see the epidemic patients, Yu Shikui was no longer inclined to proceed.

What if he got infected?

Even though there’s talk that the solution to the epidemic is now available, he’s quite self-aware, having planned to burn these people previously, what if they held a grudge and denied him the right medication?

Or let him suffer a bit before giving the medication?

Therefore, Yu Shikui paused in his steps.

Kong Tixin’s eyes rolled, and he immediately said: "Lord Yu, I just remembered there’s something urgent I need to report to you!"

Yu Shikui pretended to refuse: "I still need to accompany the Imperial Physicians for the handover!"

Kong Tixin said: "Sir, the isolation area has responsible doctors, and Lord Shang has been overseeing this matter. It would suffice to hand over to Lord Shang. The matter I need to report is quite urgent, too, so..."

Yu Shikui inwardly praised Kong Tixin for being perceptive, giving him an excuse to justifiably avoid entering the isolation area.

He nodded, calling out: "Shang Prefect!"

Shang Jingwang replied: "What instructions do you have, my lord?"

Yu Shikui said: "I’ll leave matters here to you. County Magistrate Kong has something to report, so I’ll head back first!"

Many dread the isolation area, and Shang Jingwang didn’t expose him, simply saying: "Understood!"

Yu Shikui immediately departed with Kong Tixin, hurrying as if someone were chasing them from behind.

Luo Jia could not help but snort again.

Xia Wenjin, however, smiled slightly. In her past life, Huangfu Yuxuan developed a severe headache while she was negotiating in Qinzhou with Prince Li’s people, away from him.

Huangfu Yuxuan summoned the Imperial Physician, and since Luo Jia was quite knowledgeable about treating severe headaches, he was called upon. However, stubborn Luo Jia believed that Huangfu Yuxuan’s flaying of Prince Zhuang was overly cruel, and refused to treat him. Consequently, Huangfu Yuxuan tortured him to death, and even till his last breath, Luo Jia cursed him, truly earning his stubborn reputation.

Why should she argue with such an old curmudgeon?

Yu Shikui and Kong Tixin quickly left the isolation area.

Watching the visibly upset Yu Shikui, Kong Tixin, seething with resentment, said: "Lord Yu, these Imperial Physicians from the Capital City are so inconsiderate, thinking they can suppress the local forces. Moreover, the young girl dares to disregard you just by relying on her looks! I’m truly outraged on your behalf!"

Yu Shikui glanced at him sideways.

Kong Tixin immediately realized he misstepped with this flattery; it was too blatant. After all, Lord Yu was a cunning old fox. He quickly recovered: "However, that young girl is indeed quite the beauty!"

Yu Shikui gave him another sidelong glance.

Instantly realizing the difference from the previous look, Kong Tixin’s eyes rolled, and he promptly said: "Rest assured, my lord, you’ll surely have a good dream tonight!"

Yu Shikui replied, laughingly scolding: "You sly fox!"

Finally entering the east house, the light epidemic area is divided into four large rooms, each accommodating ten people. This was due to the limited budget and also to facilitate medical care.

Luo Jia and the others entered, seeing a row of simple beds, with patients lying on them.

The patients were only about two feet apart, and while they had been well cared for, through Luo Jia and the Imperial Physicians’ eyes, the conditions seemed quite poor.

An Imperial Physician immediately remarked: "What are you doing? This is an epidemic, and it’s common knowledge that epidemics are contagious. You haven’t isolated these patients singly; instead, you’ve concentrated them together. Do you realize the severe consequences this could lead to?"

If there were resources, who wouldn’t isolate individually?

Ying Feng rolled his eyes and replied with frustration: "What a fool, it’s easy to talk when you’re not suffering. Single isolation? Why not suggest providing dedicated doctors for each patient as well? You gonna fund that with Silver?"