Transmigrated into a seven-year-old child, my fate is in my own hands, not in the heavens.

Seeing so many viruses rushing towards her, Zhao Lian quickly dodged. It was terrifying. If all these people rushed over like madmen, wouldn't they break down the threshold of the pharmacy?

However, Zhao Lian was also curious. With such a shortage of supplies, there was still free medicine. The doctor in this shop must be a really good person.

Just then, a group of soldiers riding tall horses came from the other side of the street.

The leader was a tall, thin middle-aged man with a mustache and a cold look in his eyes. He was dressed in official robes; this was Yao Miao, the Daotai (provincial governor).

Following behind was a man who looked like a clerk. This was Fan Tao, Yao Miao's confidant. Fan Tao shouted loudly, "Move aside, move aside, stop right now!"

Seeing that these people were still rushing forward in a swarm, the officials immediately picked up their whips and started lashing them.

"Da da~"

A series of whipping sounds rang out, followed by screams of agony.

"Quickly squat down! Squat down!"

Many people at the scene squatted down, fearing they might get into trouble, and Zhao Lian also squatted down.

Yao Miao rode his horse around the group, his eyes fixed on everyone with a sinister gaze: "Listen up, everyone! From now on, no one is allowed to move around freely. Anyone who disobeys will be killed!"

"Sir, we are sick and need to see a doctor and get medicine!" someone in the crowd said, trembling.

Yao Miao glared at them menacingly, her eyes narrowing slightly: "Don't worry, we'll have someone keep an eye on you."

Fan Tao clasped his hands respectfully and said, "Your Excellency, this is Lord Song's territory. In my opinion, shouldn't we go see Lord Song first? It's not appropriate for us to interfere in this matter."

Yao Miao was a subordinate of the governor, and his trip to Suizhou was on the governor's orders.

Yao Miao snorted coldly: "Hmph! If Song can't manage Suizhou, not only will he lose his official hat, but he can also take Song's head at any time."

Zhao Lian happened to be nearby when she heard Yao Miao say that, and she immediately felt a chill.

The way this person was talking suggested a malicious intent, and he might have some kind of falling out with his godfather.

"Your Excellency, regardless of the circumstances, we should pay our respects to Lord Song as soon as we arrive. Besides, we are acting on the orders of the Governor, so any personal grudges must be put aside for now."

Yao Miao turned around and stared at Fan Tao, her dark eyes narrowing slightly, a hint of murderous intent flashing in them: "Fan Tao, you've talked too much today."

Fan Tao looked respectful, showing no fear whatsoever: "My lord, you saved my life. For your sake, I'm willing to risk my life. I'm doing this for your own good."

Hearing this, Yao Miao's expression softened. He knew that Fan Tao had no ulterior motives, and upon careful consideration, he realized that his actions had indeed been ill-considered.

"Sir, please, let's go to the government office first."

Fan Tao knew Yao Miao's resolve was wavering, so he gestured for her to proceed. Yao Miao hesitated for a moment, then turned her horse around.

In a corner not far away, a police officer with a knife saw everything. When he saw Yao Miao and the others turn their heads, he did not hesitate at all and disappeared into the alley.

Seeing that the officials had all left, the people squatting on the ground looked at each other in confusion. Why did these officials leave again?

"Let's hurry to Kangjian Pharmacy, or all the medicine will be gone!"

Someone in the crowd said something, and everyone immediately realized what was happening. They stood up and rushed towards Kangjian Pharmacy.

Without hesitation, Zhao Lian followed in the direction that Daotai Yao Miao had gone.

……

Suizhou Prefectural Government Office

Inside the grand and imposing main hall of the Suizhou Prefectural Government, Prefect Song paced back and forth with a furrowed brow and his hands behind his back.

Cao Huai, the clerk standing to the side, looked at Song Wenjie nervously and cautiously said, "Sir, this can't go on. This matter has already alarmed the higher-ups, and I'm afraid they'll blame us."

Lord Song rubbed his forehead, looking worried: "What can I do? This is a natural disaster, and I can't control it."

"Right now, there are disaster victims everywhere. This plague has come on fiercely, spreading rapidly. Soon, Suizhou City will become a plague paradise. Master Cao, do you have any good ideas?"

Just as Cao Huai was about to speak, hurried footsteps came from outside the door, and a man with sharp features and a burly build entered. Upon closer inspection, it was the same knife-wielding man from the street corner earlier.

This man is Li Ang, the head constable of Suizhou Prefecture, who is in charge of maintaining order and patrolling the city.

"My lord, I just saw Magistrate Yao. I suspect he's up to no good, but I didn't meet him. I suppose he'll be here soon."

Chief Li recounted in detail what he had just witnessed.

Lord Song and Clerk Cao exchanged a glance. Clerk Cao frowned, his eyes full of worry: "Sir, the governor has always seen you as a thorn in his side, and Yao Miao also has a grudge against you. I'm sure he won't let this go this time."

"Haha, if they intend to take advantage of my misfortune, I can't escape it. I have a clear conscience, and I'm not afraid of them impeaching me. I believe His Majesty will investigate thoroughly..."

Footsteps sounded again outside the door. This time it was Constable Huang. Constable Huang looked solemn and clasped his hands in a salute: "Sir, the Circuit Intendant Yao Miao has arrived. He said he has come to inspect the disaster situation in Suizhou City on the orders of the Governor."

"Quickly, invite them in!"

Lord Song's eyes flashed, and as if speaking of the devil, he appeared.

A moment later, Yao Miao walked in, head held high and chest puffed out, looking arrogant and haughty.

Fan Tao followed closely behind. Upon seeing Lord Song, he clasped his hands in a respectful bow and said, "Fan Tao greets Lord Song."

Yao Miao, standing to the side, pursed her lips and glanced sideways at Prefect Song.

"Master Daotai~"

Fan Tao nudged Yao Miao with his elbow, the meaning of which was clear: to remind Yao Miao to bow.

Yao Miao and Lord Song were of the same rank, but in different positions. Strictly speaking, there was really no difference in their status, so Yao Miao had no intention of taking the initiative to pay homage and bow.

But no matter what, this is Song's territory, so Yao Miao should take the initiative.

Lord Song's lips curled up, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes. He clasped his hands in a fist and said, "I was unaware of Lord Tai's arrival. I apologize for not welcoming you properly. May I ask what brings Lord Tai here?"

"Humph!"

Yao Miao snorted coldly and said indifferently, "Lord Song, a plague has broken out in Suizhou City. The governor ordered me to come and investigate. You are required to eradicate the plague and reduce the death toll to a minimum within a week."

"The governor has already reported this matter to His Majesty. If you don't handle it well, you won't be able to bear the consequences if His Majesty blames you."

Seeing the atmosphere was getting a bit tense, Master Cao quickly smiled and tried to smooth things over: "Your Excellency, please have a seat."

At this moment, the maidservant brought in tea with her head bowed and placed the teacup on the tea table, saying respectfully, "Please have some tea, sir."

Taking advantage of the moment, Fan Tao said, "Sir, we've been traveling for a while and our mouths are parched. Let's have some tea first."

Yao Miao picked up the teacup, took a sip of tea, and immediately frowned.