My Dragon Baby and Billionaire Husband-Chapter 546: Ye Jingzhe: Let Me Test the Medicine with My Body1
"What about my sister-in-law?"
Xiao Changsheng knew Si Mingjing was referring to the indifferent Princess Consort, Lou Manman.
"The Princess Consort and a few children from Prince Bo’s family are all fine."
Thank heavens.
From what Xiao Changsheng said, Si Mingjing grasped the severity of the situation; now was not the time to pursue Si Lisao’s concealment of Ye Jingzhe’s origin. She inquired about the situation in Shendu.
Xiao Changsheng said, "It’s very serious, extremely serious. The Prince Regent plans to personally oversee the situation on the front lines after the meeting."
"And what about the Imperial Capital?"
"The Imperial Capital is still okay, with only a few patients. Your Majesty the Queen, unless there is a special circumstance, I advise that you stay inside the Royal Palace and not go out, to avoid infection. Although the situation here is not severe, it’s not yet clear whether there are potential virus carriers among the crowds."
"I understand. Report to me immediately with any updates and take good care of the Crown Prince."
Si Mingjing hung up the phone. The gravity of the situation compelled her to take this issue seriously.
If this was man-made, if the epidemic was not controlled in time and spread throughout the country, then when thousands upon thousands of people die, public outrage would certainly boil over.
At that time, if someone were to incite trouble and claim this was due to the Queen’s ascension causing the heavens’ wrath...
Si Mingjing didn’t dare to think further. Would the public be able to stay calm then?
She must first control the narrative, then the epidemic, or else she would ultimately face the scorn of thousands!
Suddenly, she remembered what Bai Chuanfeng had said in the living room before leaving.
She said, "Ajiu, don’t be so smug, your triumph won’t last long. We’ll see who has the last laugh!"
It was her, it had to be her! She still had a fallback!
Si Mingjing shared her thoughts with Mo Yinhe, whose handsome face was filled with cold rage. He agreed wholeheartedly; they must control public opinion and nip any potential crisis in the bud before it exploded.
"It looks like we need to call in someone."
Si Mingjing looked up, her eyes filled with questions.
Mo Yinhe said four words: "Master Huixian."
"You mean Master Huixian of Daying Temple in A Country? Although he is highly respected there, what he says may not carry the same authority on the Mu Continent."
Mo Yinhe reached out and pressed her forehead, saying, "You don’t know the background of Master Huixian. He originally hailed from the Mu Continent and was even the High Priest for the previous two generations."
Si Mingjing’s beautiful eyes widened. Indeed, she had never imagined Master Huixian was from the Mu Continent!
"Then why did he become a monk in A Country?"
"It’s a long story," said Mo Yinhe, not intending to delve into Master Huixian’s past with her. The immediate priority was to invite Master Huixian back. In times of great disaster, people are more inclined to turn to faith. If they could control the epidemic, then with a few golden words from Master Huixian...
The prerequisite was still to control the epidemic!
Mo Yinhe said, "Mingjing, you must be the one to develop the treatment for the S-virus. This is a crisis, but also an opportunity. Once people know the cure for the S-virus came from you, you will be hailed as the savior of the Mu Continent, and your support among the people will grow even stronger!"
"I’m not sure if I can..."
"I will bring over the best team of experts from Atlantis. It doesn’t matter if you develop it or not, but the people must believe the credit is yours!"
Mo Yinhe’s intention was that he would invite the best expert team over, and regardless of whether it was Si Mingjing who ultimately developed the formula, they would tell the public it was Si Mingjing!
This would greatly enhance Si Mingjing’s image in the eyes of the people!
Si Mingjing pondered for a long time. As long as one’s strength was solid, any crisis could become an opportunity.
"I will strive to develop a formula that can treat the S-virus."
In the matter of practicing medicine and treating diseases, Si Mingjing never admitted defeat.
In the subsequent time, Mo Yinhe called back to Atlantis to ask his mother to dispatch a team of the top infectious disease medical experts to the Mu Continent.
He also reminded his mother to manage the entry and exit affairs well and to temporarily halt all vessels coming to and from the Mu Continent, to prevent the spread of the disease to Atlantis!
Mo Yinhe spoke with extreme caution on the phone, which drew Ye Xinguang’s utmost attention.
Therefore, although no cases had been discovered in Atlantis, epidemic prevention measures were initiated immediately.
Afterward, Mo Yinhe also called Ye Shen, asking him to return to A Country for a while, to bring Master Huixian back to the Mu Continent.
After finishing a meeting, Si Lisao returned a call to Si Mingjing. His voice was somewhat hoarse, revealing a trace of weariness, as he asked her, "What’s the matter?"
Hearing the fatigue in Si Lisao’s voice, Si Mingjing decided to hold back on matters regarding Ye Jingzhe. She told Si Lisao, "Regarding this epidemic, I suspect it is man-made. Someone wants to use the lives of millions to ruin me and tarnish my reputation."
Si Lisao’s voice instantly became as cold as air rising from a millennium-old icy pool, with each word chillingly flat, "What have you discovered?"
"Nothing, just speculation. Maybe I’m too sensitive, but..." It’s always good to prevent problems before they arise!
"I understand!" Si Lisao paused for a good while on the other end of the phone before saying, "One hour later, go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ press podium. I’m about to head to Shendu to organize epidemic prevention and control work. During this time, give a short report on epidemic prevention and control at the press podium every day; fifteen minutes will suffice."
"Alright."
She knew Si Lisao meant for the public to see her involvement and effort in epidemic prevention and control.
"I will bring the epidemic in Shendu under control as soon as possible, preventing it from becoming unmanageable and inciting public discontent," Si Lisao assured her, his restrained tone filled with a comforting force, "Don’t worry too much. I will ensure that what you’re concerned about doesn’t happen."
Si Mingjing also said, "I’m also working on developing the formula. If there are any results, I’ll call you. Brother, Shendu is dangerous. Take care of yourself. Even Jingzhe has been infected; don’t let anything happen to you."
"Mhm, how is Jingzhe doing?"
"He’s still running a high fever. I’m trying my best to find a way to reduce it."
Si Lisao knew that his sister’s medical skills were exceptional and that Jingzhe was safest in her care. He said, "Take good care of Jingzhe. Once we bring this epidemic under control, I have something important to tell you."
He wanted to tell his sister that Jingzhe was also her flesh and blood.
Yet, fearing that knowing this now would cause her even more worry about Ye Jingzhe, he chose to wait until the epidemic prevention was over to reveal it to her.
Si Lisao was unaware that Si Mingjing had already found out. She had not yet confronted him only because the epidemic prevention work was so pressing.
After hanging up the phone, Si Mingjing went to prepare.
Then, she headed to the administrative building in the front of the Royal Palace.
The press podium of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was located on the 15th floor of the administrative building, and Si Lisao had already instructed them to prepare for her speech.
Shortly after Si Mingjing left, the sickly Ye Jingzhe, Little Bingshan, slowly opened his eyes.
