Rebirth: Phoenix Riding the Ninth Heaven

The two stood there quietly, their eyes locked on Li Ruoyue, who was concentrating on making medicine. Neither of them had the heart to disturb her. As time passed, Li Ruoyue remained completely absorbed in her work, as if the outside world had nothing to do with her.

Finally, Li Ruoyue finished preparing the potion. She slowly raised her head, and when her gaze met Baili Xi and the four yellow figures, she was startled, instantly snapping out of her concentrated work. A blush quickly crept onto her fair cheeks, and she asked somewhat embarrassedly, "How long have you been here? Why didn't you call me? You were left waiting here in vain."

Upon seeing this, Baili Xi hurried forward and waved his hands, saying, "It's okay, it's okay. We've just been here for a short time. And it's a pleasure for us to watch you making medicine like this! Look at your skillful movements, like flowing water, it's really pleasing to the eye." Hearing this, Li Ruoyue smiled even more shyly, as beautiful as a peach blossom in full bloom in spring.

She pursed her lips slightly and said softly, "Come on, let's go out. We can talk about it outside if there is anything." After that, she stood up, walked to the door and stopped, and gracefully turned sideways, making a gesture of invitation to the two of them, indicating that they should go out first.

Like a gust of wind, the Four Emperors were the first to step out of the heavy doors of the pharmacy. Their steps were steady and powerful, as if each one carried an invisible pressure. Baili Xi followed closely behind, following Li Ruoyue's steps. When they reached the door together, Baili Xi gently reached out and closed it with a slight muffled sound.

The group filed into the spacious, bright reception hall. The interior was elegantly furnished, with antique tables and chairs neatly arranged. The walls were adorned with exquisite calligraphy and paintings, lending the space a touch of cultural sophistication. As the group took their seats, Luzhu arrived, floating like a lithe butterfly. She held a tray upon which sat several steaming, delicately fragrant teacups. With graceful steps, she placed the cups one by one in front of each guest. After placing the tea, Luzhu stood quietly behind her mistress, a breathtaking sight.

For a moment, the hall fell silent. Li Ruoying opened her mouth, but only uttered a few words before falling silent again. Finally, the Fourth Prince broke the silence. He cleared his throat and spoke first, "I wonder what brings you to my humble abode today, Your Highness?" Li Ruoying knew the Fourth Prince's distinguished status and the reluctance to visit without a reason. Since he had come personally, she presumably had something important to discuss. So, without further ado, she spoke directly to him, inviting him to speak frankly.

Seeing Li Ruoyue's straightforwardness, the Fourth Prince decided to hold back no longer, unreservedly revealing all his men's discoveries and their innermost thoughts. His true purpose in visiting Li Ruoyue was to inquire if she possessed a cure for foot-and-mouth disease, thereby helping the people of Dashun overcome this difficult situation.

Upon hearing this, Li Ruoyue understood everything. After a moment's hesitation, she addressed the Fourth Prince without hesitation, "Your Highness, to be honest, I once found a method for treating foot-and-mouth disease in a medical book left by my master, but I'm not sure if it's correct. Due to a lack of people to test it on, I've only created a few pills and a bactericidal powder." After she finished speaking, Li Ruoyue frowned slightly, seeming to harbor some concern.

Li Ruoyu, the Fourth Prince, spoke freely and openly. He said solemnly, "In my opinion, the most urgent task at hand is to fully explore the source of these diseases. We must thoroughly investigate whether these horrible diseases have quietly spread to the livestock raised by the people of Dashun, and whether there is any sign of the infection spreading."

Whenever these simple, hardworking herders noticed symptoms similar to those of foot-and-mouth disease in their livestock, they acted without hesitation and with swift action. They skillfully separated the sick animals from the healthy ones. This approach proved remarkably effective, significantly slowing the disease's alarming spread.

It's worth noting that this simple yet effective isolation method has a long history and can be considered an ancient yet extremely practical epidemic prevention strategy. It fully demonstrates the ancient ancestors' intuitive and profound understanding of the basic principles of infectious disease transmission!

When Li Ruoyue spoke to this point, the Fourth Prince nodded slightly, indicating his deep agreement with her words. Indeed, isolation is the most effective means of dealing with situations like this. Isolating the pathogen and all potential risk factors can minimize the spread of the disease. Throughout history, whether it's major infectious diseases faced by human society or epidemics faced by livestock, this straightforward and effective strategy has always been employed.

Back in the ancient times when supplies were scarce and medicine was scarce, when faced with the ravages of disease, people often turned to the vast expanse of nature for help and solace. For example, they would cleverly utilize plant resources with inherent antiseptic properties, such as pungent garlic, tough and thick pine bark, or ubiquitous wood ash.

After meticulously processing these ingredients into a fine paste, they are carefully applied to livestock wounds, hoping this will effectively inhibit the growth of bacteria. Furthermore, in certain areas, herders who have lived on pasture for generations have always believed that carefully washing wounds with clear, mineral-rich spring water can also help speed up the healing process.

Li Ruoyue's gaze rested intently on the Fourth Prince and Bai Lixi. Seeing them listening intently and attentively to her, carefully absorbing every detail of the protective measures, the weight of the heavy stone hanging in her heart finally settled a little, and she felt a great deal more at ease. So, she took a deep breath, calmed herself, and began to speak more attentively and meticulously.

"You know, those dead livestock are definitely not to be underestimated! They are considered extremely dangerous sources of infection. Therefore, we must take decisive and effective measures to deal with these dead livestock - either bury them deep underground, allowing time and soil to slowly eliminate the possible pathogens in them; or simply burn them and burn all hidden dangers to ashes!

"Having said this, Li Ruoyue paused, and emphasized with a serious expression, "Doing this isn't just to preserve a shred of dignity for the deceased. More importantly, through this method, we can minimize the spread of the disease in our surroundings, thus preventing it from causing trouble again and threatening the safety of other healthy creatures!"

As I practiced medicine with my master in various places, I discovered that the surrounding environment has a crucial impact on people's health. We once visited a small village where villagers frequently fell ill due to drinking contaminated water. We also visited a bustling city where, despite relatively good medical facilities, infectious diseases were common due to the dense population and poor living conditions.

After numerous such experiences, my master and I have come to realize that maintaining a healthy living environment is crucial for effective disease prevention. First and foremost, ensuring clean water sources is paramount. Clear, unpolluted water not only nourishes the body but also reduces the risk of intestinal illnesses and other problems caused by contaminated water. Therefore, whether in rural or urban areas, we actively educate local residents on the importance of protecting water sources and encourage them to adopt effective measures to purify and manage water resources.

Secondly, home cleanliness is also crucial. A clean and hygienic living space can significantly reduce the growth and spread of bacteria and viruses. This means regularly cleaning the interior and exterior of your home, keeping floors, walls, and furniture clean. Garbage and waste should also be properly disposed of to prevent them from becoming a breeding ground for germs. Furthermore, ventilation is a key factor in creating a good living environment. Fresh air removes stale air from the room and brings in sufficient oxygen, improving air quality and boosting immunity. Therefore, we always recommend opening windows frequently to allow for free air circulation.

Through these practical experiences and continuous summary and reflection, I increasingly understand that only when everyone can start from themselves and work together to maintain a good environment can we truly and effectively prevent various diseases and ensure the health and safety of humans and animals.

We must not only be highly vigilant against livestock disease but also strictly prevent human infection. We must not ignore or neglect already infected sheep. In this situation, we might consider digging several large pits in areas with the most severe disease and placing large quantities of precious herbs used to treat sheep diseases in these pits.

Next, the sheep can be arranged to enter the pit in an orderly manner for a bathing ritual. This method effectively disinfects and treats sick sheep, significantly slowing the rate of ulceration, which undoubtedly benefits their wound healing and recovery. This ensures the healthy growth of the sheep while reducing the risk of the spread of infectious diseases – a two-pronged approach.