Chapter 133 Three Trials
Chapter 133 Three Trials
Lin Yan went back into the house to change into a thicker set of clothes, took her cloak, put a few pieces of clothing in her spatial storage, and took her daily necessities.
Most of her belongings were in her spatial storage, so it wouldn't matter if she didn't bring anything. However, just to prevent herself from taking anything out of her storage, she still brought a box, just in case it would be difficult to explain later.
Fu Bo and the others didn't feel comfortable letting Lin Yan go, and Lin Yan didn't feel comfortable letting Fu Bo go either. If Li Zhongwei and the others went, with her there, at least everyone could be guaranteed not to get infected.
She went out of the house first, opened the door to the study, and found Lin Yu still reading inside.
"Ah Yu!"
Lin Yu turned around and asked, "What's wrong, sister?"
"I have to go out for a while, and it won't be short. I might miss your county exam."
With only half a month left until the county examination, it is uncertain whether Rong'an County will still hold the examination as scheduled, but it is highly likely that it will not change.
Lin Yu frowned. "Whether you make it to the county exam or not doesn't matter, but where are you going?"
"Go to provide disaster relief. The disaster in Jinning Prefecture is quite severe, and many people have died. Fu Bo has asked Doctor Li to treat the epidemic, and I will go with him." Lin Yan explained the situation in a few words.
Lin Yu was already stunned. "Could it be dangerous...?"
Lin Yan slightly raised the corners of her mouth, "Don't worry, I won't do that to you."
Lin Yu immediately understood and breathed a sigh of relief. He knew about Lin Yan's situation and immediately expressed his support.
"Don't worry, sister! If the county exam goes ahead as scheduled, I'm sure I'll pass!"
"The books I read say that reading is for the sake of family, country and world affairs, but I have also seen bad people who oppress the people. Not everyone remembers the books they have read, and not everyone puts this into practice."
But I know that what my older sister is doing is what I'm learning, and what I need to do.
Lin Yan lowered her eyes, patted Lin Yu's head, and smiled.
As soon as Lin Yan went downstairs, she saw her mother and Quan Wenxue sitting at the table. Lin's mother looked very serious, while Quan Wenxue had her brows furrowed and looked worried.
Fu Bo stood below, looking at her with resentment.
"What's going on? Are you guys having a joint trial?" Lin Yan teased.
"You're not allowed to go!" Lin's mother glanced at her and made the demand without any preamble.
Quan Wenxue gently advised, "Ayan, the disaster area isn't just about harsh conditions; they have a highly contagious disease there, it's too dangerous. You can't blame us for stopping you!"
Fu Bo also said, "That's right, Lin Yan. We're all grown men on this journey, and it's inconvenient to bring you along. There are also many refugees on the road, and we might get infected. Our safety can't be guaranteed."
"Then I'll go with you! Aren't you in danger?"
Fu Bo disagreed, saying, "How can that be the same!"
"What's different?"
“We’re a bunch of grown men, so naturally…” Fu Bo choked up before he could finish. He didn’t dare tell Lin Yan this, since he was the one who would get beaten up.
"Ha!" Lin Yan scoffed.
Li Zhongwei also came in carrying a medicine box. When he saw Lin Yan dressed warmly and holding the box, his eyes flickered.
He looked directly at Lin Yan with a calm expression and said, "You're going too."
"That's right!"
Li Zhongwei thought for a few moments, then nodded. "Okay."
"What?!" Fu Bo was furious. How could Doctor Li have agreed?!
"That's so dangerous!"
Li Zhongwei remained calm. "I'm teaching her medicine, not so she can use it to heal herself. This is a good opportunity to give her some experience."
Fu Bo retorted, "How long has she been studying? This is an epidemic, not a headache or fever."
"All diseases are the same; how can you treat one if you've never seen it before?"
Seeing that Fu Bo was about to be caught off guard by Li Zhongwei's words, Lin's mother hurriedly stepped in, "I'm really worried about Ayan, a girl, traveling alone. Young Master Fu said there are still refugees on the road. There are also epidemics in the disaster area. What if you get infected? You won't be able to come back!"
"Mother! Don't worry, I won't get infected. Master has medicine." Lin Yan looked at Li Zhongwei.
Li Zhongwei received a glance, nodded, and said, "I have some good preventative measures. Although treating the disease may be difficult, prevention is guaranteed."
Upon hearing this, Fu Bo breathed a sigh of relief. The fact that Dr. Li could prevent infection provided them with another layer of protection.
Lin Yan added, "As for the refugees, you don't need to worry. Fu Bo and his group will definitely have quite a few. Besides, I am capable of protecting myself."
Fu Bo understood what Lin Yan was saying; in terms of self-defense, Lin Yan was much better than him.
but……
Fu Bo was very conflicted. "It seems like I can't refute it, but why does he think it's not quite right?"
Quan Wenxue glanced at Lin Yan, whose expression was calm and showed no hesitation or intention to persuade them. Quan Wenxue realized that Lin Yan would go regardless of their agreement.
Although she didn't agree with it, she admired Lin Yan's courage.
Quan Wenxue asked, "How many of you are going?"
“More than fifty people, from four shops, led by the Fu and Wang families. There weren’t too many people because there were no government officials. After all, Rong’an County also had disaster-stricken areas that needed manpower for reconstruction.”
Quan Wenxue pondered, "Fifty-something...that's not a small amount."
Fu Bo sighed, "Actually, if I hadn't known that Doctor Li was here, I wouldn't have gone. The main reason is to help solve the epidemic there. If it doesn't work, we'll leave our things here and come back as soon as possible, without taking too much risk."
Quan Wenxue looked at Lin's mother, who had a serious face, and said, "Aunt Lin, I know you are very worried about their safety, but we are going there to save more families."
Lin's mother's eyes were red, and she didn't say anything.
Quan Wenxue looked at Lin Yan again: "Ayan! You need to stay with the caravan and stay in the carriage on the road. Try not to show your face. No matter what your trump card is, try not to get into trouble."
Quan Wenxue stood up, went out of Quan Sinian's room and took two coats and a dark cloak. These were new clothes that had been bought for the whole family after they arrived. Quan Sinian hadn't even worn them yet when his younger sister snatched them away.
"Ayan, come with me!" Quan Wenxue called Lin Yan into the house, compared her size to hers, and cut and altered Quan Sinian's clothes to make them smaller.
“I heard from Ah Yu that you know kung fu. But in this situation, instinct prevails over humanity, and there will always be someone with bad intentions. If you wear men's clothing and a cloak, you can be more discreet.”
"Don't worry, Sister Wenxue!"
Quan Wenxue lowered her head and fiddled with her clothes, saying, "I might feel more at ease if you were uglier!"
Lin Yan: "Then let's not!"
"Go and talk to Aunt Lin! Wait for me for half an hour before you set off!"
Lin Yan nodded and went outside to see her mother's red eyes.
As soon as Lin Yan sat down next to her, Lin's mother couldn't stop her tears from falling.
“You’ve grown up a lot since your serious illness. You’ve always been decisive and capable. I know you know more than I do and have a better understanding of the situation, but I’m still worried about you.”
"Mother, with my master here, I've learned a lot about making poisons lately. Anyone who dares to come near me will die on the spot," Lin Yan exaggeratedly described.
Lin's mother chuckled at the teasing, then scolded with a laugh, "What nonsense are you talking about? How can someone just die for no reason? But if he has bad intentions towards you, you don't need to be polite."
Lin's mother sighed, "I know you all mean well, for the sake of those displaced people. I won't stop you if you want to go! But you must take good care of yourself."
Lin Yan nodded. "Okay."
Fu Bo sighed, knowing he couldn't change Lin Yan's mind, and said, "Aunt Lin, don't worry, I'll stay close to Lin Yan the whole time."
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