A Shocking Dream

He began to reflect on his earlier attitude toward Wu Nian, feeling a surge of regret. If he had offended the Crown Prince's men, the consequences would be disastrous. But it was too late to regret now; he had to come up with a plan quickly. Zeng Mu weighed the pros and cons, considering how to approach Wu Nian. Should he remain suspicious, secretly observing her every move, or change his attitude and actively cooperate with her treatment efforts, thereby currying favor with the Crown Prince?

Zeng Mu's expression became extremely complex, a mixture of surprise, worry, and a hint of confusion. He didn't know if his choice was the right one, but he understood that in this volatile situation, every decision could affect his future. He took a deep breath, tried to calm himself, and tried to find the right path through this chaotic situation.

"Sir, if the prince knows about it, then everyone above will know about it. I'm afraid this matter can't be concealed anymore." Zhou Cheng, the leading officer, reminded, his face full of worry.

Zeng Mu's legs weakened, and he nearly collapsed. He knew the disease had already spread. Despite his best efforts to suppress it, half a month had already passed, and he feared even more people would be infected. If the court learned that he had concealed the truth, his life would be in jeopardy. Zeng Mu's heart was filled with fear and regret. He had only wanted to avoid causing panic, but he had never imagined that things would escalate to this point.

His eyes darted around frantically, trying to find a way out. "What should I do?" Zeng Mu muttered to himself, his voice filled with despair.

Zhou Cheng looked at Zeng Mu and became extremely anxious. "Sir, we must find a way to remedy this situation. Perhaps there is still a glimmer of hope."

Zeng Mu clutched Zhou Cheng's arm tightly, as if grasping at a lifeline. "What do you think we should do?"

Zhou Cheng thought for a moment and said, "Sir, we can cooperate with this young lady's treatment efforts to quickly control the spread of the disease. At the same time, we can report the situation to the court and request assistance. Perhaps the court will grant us a lighter sentence in recognition of our proactive efforts."

Zeng Mu was hesitant after hearing Zhou Cheng's words. He knew that reporting the truth meant taking a huge risk, but if he continued to conceal it, the consequences would only be more serious.

Faced with this difficult decision, Zeng Mu fell into deep pain. This epidemic not only tested the lives of the people, but also tested Zeng Mu's courage and responsibility.

"Did she tell me her name?" Zeng Mu asked, with a hint of anxiety in his eyes.

"Lin Wunian." Zhou Cheng answered quickly.

"Okay, cooperate with her fully. I'll go back and report it." Zeng Mu said decisively. He knew that time was running out and he couldn't hesitate any longer. After saying that, Zeng Mu hurried away, and his figure quickly disappeared from everyone's sight.

Zhou Cheng turned and looked at Wu Nian, who was still busy working, a surge of respect in his heart. He secretly made up his mind to fully cooperate with Wu Nian's treatment efforts and do his part to control the epidemic.

Wu Nian was completely oblivious to all this. She focused on treating every patient, with only one belief in her heart: to save more lives. Her white hair gleamed in the sunlight, like a symbol of hope.

I've been so busy these past few days that I almost forgot to check on Yuanyuan. Qin Ruoyu put down the book in his hand and thought of Yuanyuan, a hint of concern in his eyes. He frowned slightly, a wave of guilt welling up in his heart. He had been so busy with various affairs these days that he had neglected her.

Qin Ruoyu stood up and paced back and forth in the room. Qin Ruoyu decided to go see Yuanyuan immediately. He put on his coat and walked out of the room quickly. The sunlight outside shone on him, but it could not dispel the worry in his heart. He quickened his pace and walked out of the palace.

"The Crown Prince has left the Eastern Palace! Quickly report!" a low voice echoed from the darkness. Two eunuchs, hidden in a corner, nervously stared in the direction the Crown Prince had left. Their eyes were filled with vigilance and uneasiness, as if they were carrying out a crucial mission.

One of the eunuchs turned quickly and hurried in a certain direction, anxious to spread the news of the prince's whereabouts. The other eunuch remained where he was, closely watching the prince, afraid of missing any details.

Qin Ruoyu walked among the crowd, his steps hurried, his mind on Yuanyuan. Suddenly, a strange feeling came over him. "Strange, why do I feel like someone is following me?" he muttered to himself, frowning slightly.

Qin Ruoyu stopped and looked behind him suspiciously. The crowd was bustling, coming and going, each one seemingly destined for their own destination. Nothing seemed out of the ordinary. But the feeling of being followed lingered in his mind, lingering.

He scanned the crowd, trying to identify the possible stalker. The sunlight streaming down the street couldn't dispel his suspicions. A gentle breeze, bringing a touch of coolness, heightened his vigilance. Qin Ruoyu noticed a nearby performer performing acrobatics, surrounded by a circle of spectators, who occasionally cheered. He wondered if he could use this crowd to observe if someone was actually following him.

Qin Ruoyu slowly approached the performers' venue, feigning interest in the performance. However, his eyes kept darting around, keeping an eye out for any suspicious figures. Then, he noticed two hurried individuals, their eyes constantly glancing in his direction, seemingly weaving through the crowd in a direction that always revolved around him.

Qin Ruoyu pondered for a moment and decided to change his route to see if he could shake off this feeling. He turned into an alley, his steps quiet, and his ears carefully listening to the sounds around him. The alley was eerily quiet, with only his footsteps echoing. The moss on the wall looked particularly mottled in the shadows, as if telling an ancient story.

Yet, the feeling of being followed persisted. Qin Ruoyu felt a surge of unease. He didn't know who was following him, nor what their motives were. But he knew he had to be cautious and not let danger get close to him or the people he cared about. In this uncertain moment, Qin Ruoyu's vigilance reached a peak, and he prepared to face the challenges that might come.

Qin Ruoyu walked in the alley, the feeling of being followed like a shadow following him, making his heart beat faster involuntarily. He took a deep breath and tried to keep himself calm.

He quickly surveyed the alleyway and spotted several forks. Qin Ruoyu decided to use them to escape his pursuer. He quickened his pace, abruptly turning at the first fork, then quickly turning into another, even narrower passage. He tried to keep his footsteps as quiet as possible, making no sound.