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"Come on, let's eat first and then continue chatting after dinner."

As these words were spoken, the originally somewhat solemn atmosphere instantly became much more relaxed, and the few people immediately turned to the warm dining session.

After dinner, the emperor and Shen Muxue had a more in-depth and detailed discussion on the specific implementation plan. Only after ensuring that all details were properly arranged did they reluctantly say goodbye and leave.

The next day, after obtaining the official permission from the highest authority, Shen Muxue went to the Imperial Hospital with great anticipation to begin her internship.

During the epidemic, every doctor in the Imperial Hospital was doing their best to meet the challenge, whether they were reading ancient books to find treatment options or racking their brains to formulate new prescriptions to end the disaster as soon as possible. The entire palace was filled with a tense and serious working atmosphere.

After a few days, although it was only a short stay here, the huge sense of pressure contained in it had been deeply imprinted in Shen Muxue's heart, especially when she noticed that the situation had become more serious since the implementation of the lockdown measures in the capital.

A large number of refugees who flocked in from all over the place filled the space near the city gate. As time went on, more and more people unfortunately became sources of infection, causing the virus to spread rapidly.

There is a lack of medical resources outside the city, and many people die every day due to untreated illnesses. People live in great panic, and this anxiety and despair eventually triggers a series of chaotic events.

Upon hearing the news, Duke Anguo in the military camp outside the capital quickly led his troops to quell the rebellion. However, as long as the root cause is not eradicated, fear will be as difficult to contain as weeds, and the people are likely to riot again.

A ballad began to spread among the refugees: When the heaven and earth collapse, the four seas are shaking, and the world is in chaos, only a change of monarch can usher in a peaceful and prosperous era.

The song bluntly blames the emperor's mismanagement for the country's numerous disasters, implying that if a new ruler were appointed, peace and prosperity would return to the country.

After hearing this rumor, the Queen Mother's hair suddenly turned white overnight and she looked extremely old.

Shen Muxue was extremely anxious and immediately went to the palace to meet with the emperor to discuss countermeasures.

Many civil and military officials gathered in front of the Qilin Hall. One of them suggested to the emperor on the dragon throne, "Your Majesty, in my opinion, in this situation, sending a member of the royal family to the people to appease them might be the best strategy."

Another important official also agreed and added: "I think this is also a good idea. If any prince can avert this disaster, the court can reward him with a high position and generous salary."

In fact, the deeper meaning behind these words is that they hope that the emperor will issue an order and promise that anyone who is willing to leave the capital and go to dangerous areas and successfully restore public order will have the opportunity to inherit the throne in the future.

Faced with such a dilemma, the emperor actually had no better solution.

The refugee group is in a state of extreme anxiety, and there are no other direct royal heirs in the palace except the emperor and the empress dowager.

Soon, several princes from the collateral branches were summoned to the Qilin Palace.

There, senior officials from the court told them about the fact that the country was facing a crisis and said that now was a good time for the royal family members to exert their influence to stabilize the situation.

However, despite the efforts of several experienced and skilled orators to persuade them, no noble was willing to take the initiative to take on this important task and leave the palace to go to a place full of dangers.

After all, everyone knows that when the plague rages in the outside world, even people of noble status cannot escape death.

Even if he really died for his country and was posthumously named the crown prince, what would be the point?

Even King Xuan, who had been highly favored and respected in the past, just lowered his head and remained silent at this moment, completely lacking his former heroic appearance.

Finally, His Majesty himself stepped forward and said, "It seems I have no choice but to go there myself."

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a burst of exclamations from all the civil and military officials in the court.

"Hurray! You must not do that!"

The prime minister in charge hurriedly stopped them, saying, "The country cannot do without a great ruler like you! Please reconsider, no matter what!"

The Qilin Hall suddenly became an uproar, with all kinds of arguing voices rising one after another, and the ministers were red in the face and arguing endlessly.

At this time, Shen Muxue pushed the door open suddenly. Her face was firm and her eyes flashed with unstoppable determination.

She cried out, "Let me go."

As soon as she finished speaking, everyone's eyes were focused on her.

"I am the county lord appointed by the Empress Dowager, and I am also a member of the royal family. I am willing to represent the royal family and leave the city to stabilize people's hearts. My father and brother are both guarding the territory outside. We can definitely unite and solve the problem as soon as possible to relieve the emperor's predicament. No matter how difficult it is, the Anguo Mansion will do its best. I ask the emperor to approve my request."

Her voice echoed in the hall, sonorous and powerful, leaving no room for doubt.

Shen Muxue spoke with a resolute expression and a burning gaze.

A minister was about to lecture her when he saw her come in, thinking that she shouldn't interrupt at such a critical moment. But after hearing her righteous words, the usually conceited minister suddenly felt embarrassed to speak and could only look away in silence.

The whole room fell silent in an instant. Everyone stopped arguing and turned their eyes to the emperor sitting on the dragon throne.

The first to react was the Emperor. He was already troubled by the situation and upon hearing this, he could not help but retort harshly, "Step aside, you are not fit to do this."

The indifference and determination in the tone seemed to make the air heavy.

You actually don't agree?

Shen Muxue didn't expect that the emperor, who was always cold and taciturn, would reject her kindness so directly. She couldn't help but wonder: Did he think that women were not capable of taking on such an important responsibility, or was he worried that she would be in danger?

But she didn't have time to figure out what the other person was thinking.

Since she had taken the anti-poison elixir and was no longer afraid of being infected by the virus, she naturally did not want to give up the opportunity to help the emperor solve his problems.

"Your Majesty, please remember that I have long received your favor, and now it is my duty to share your concerns and resolve your difficulties. Since my enthronement, I have always hoped to resolve any difficulties you may face. In this critical moment, even as a woman, I cannot neglect the affairs of state for my own safety. 'A minister loyal to his sovereign has no worries; a minister who fails him bears responsibility.' I hope you will understand my sincerity and agree to my mission."

After he finished speaking, the entire hall became even quieter. Almost all the princes of the royal family lowered their heads, especially Prince Xuan, who was usually the most favored by the emperor and the most arrogant and domineering. At this moment, his face was red and his neck was thick. He didn't dare to raise his head to see anyone.

For the first time, the emperor felt a wave of emotion he had never felt before, and warmth arose from the bottom of his heart. He realized that Shen Muxue was really as she said, and was ready to give everything for the country.

Although he was extremely excited deep down and even wanted to agree immediately, he still tried to maintain his usual calm and seriousness.