Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress-Chapter 766 - 763: Attracting Attention_1

Ziyuan was a smart man. He knew that with Princess of Zhen’s intelligence and command over the battlefield, she hardly needed him to act as a strategist. It seemed her intention was to send him to Commandery Princess Bai Jinzhi. ƒrēenovelkiss.com

If Ziyuan guessed correctly, Princess of Zhen planned to operate on two fronts with Liu Hong and Commandery Princess Bai Jinzhi, rather than just providing reinforcements.

"Additionally, Steward Hao and Steward Liu, I fear you must toil to prepare sufficient medicines for epidemic prevention before the army departs tomorrow morning," Bai Qingyan said.

"I can handle this matter. Recently, I heard that the price of therapeutic drugs for epidemic treatment in Shuoyang City has skyrocketed. Some clan members hoarded the drugs intending to make huge profits. These drugs have been seized by the clan. If these medicines can be used in this battle, it would be a way for the clan members to make amends," Bai Qihe said.

Bai Qingyan nodded. "The Clan Leader has thought of everything. I’ll leave it to you."

With that settled, they each went about their respective tasks.

Bai Qingping returned to the camp to muster troops and select soldiers to accompany Bai Qingyan for tomorrow’s expedition to Daliang.

Shen Yanzong went to the Bai family granary in Shuoyang to allocate food supplies.

Now promoted to the position of Governor, Lord Zhou hurriedly sought out Shen Yanzong upon hearing the news, eager to offer assistance to Bai Qingyan, who was about to depart.

Bai Qihe went back to the Bai family, summoning the clan members who had initially intended to profit from hoarding herbs to discuss the matter.

Puliu, who had come to deliver soup to Mrs. Fang for Bai Qihe, heard that Bai Qihe had received the task of preparing herbs from Princess of Zhen. She took out the soup from the lacquered and gilded food box, placing it before Bai Qihe. Softly, she said, "Princess of Zhen asked you to prepare herbs to prevent the soldiers from contracting an epidemic. I have a way that can better protect the soldiers from disease."

Bai Qihe looked at Puliu, standing beside him, with a smile. "Let’s hear it..."

"I heard that someone used the leftover medicine that Doctor Hong from the Bai Mansion prescribed for treating the epidemic to make sachets. These sachets were hung on children to prevent them from getting sick. Others used medicine-soaked cloths to cover their faces, which proved effective," Puliu said softly. "Since Princess of Zhen is marching out tomorrow, you could have the servants work through the night to make these sachets. They don’t need to be pretty, just functional. The herbs can be packed inside and carried by the soldiers. This would save manpower in transporting herbs. Medicine-soaked cloths can be dried and distributed to the soldiers in the morning. This way, the Bai Clan would be contributing something to the soldiers."

With so many people in the clan, it was not difficult to make five thousand sachets overnight. However, the issue was that there might not be enough herbs, and dispersing the herbs wouldn’t aid the treatment of those already ill.

Additionally, herbs should not get damp. If soldiers carried them in the rain, it would ruin their efficacy.

"Soaking cloths in medicinal water to cover the soldiers’ faces is feasible. Your thoughtfulness is commendable!" Bai Qihe smiled at Puliu. "You have a good heart. Inform Mrs. Fang to get all the idle servants to work. I remember we have some herbs for epidemic prevention. Boil the herbs with white cloth and dry them with fire. Then cut them into five thousand cloth pieces."

"Yes!" Puliu smiled. "I wasn’t thorough, thank you for not blaming me!"

Bai Qihe laughed. "You meant well. There’s no blame... Go ahead!"

Soon, after the clan members arrived, Bai Qihe explained that the hoarded herbs would be used for the Shuoyang Army’s march tomorrow. Those who had hoped to profit from the herbs now saw the bigger picture and quickly agreed that it was best to use the herbs for the soldiers. They even offered to buy more if needed and send them to the front lines.

Bai Qihe then instructed them to go home, boil the white cloth with the herbs, and make as many face cloths as possible for the soldiers.

Mrs. Dong knew she couldn’t stop her daughter from marching out, but she still felt a pang of sadness. She personally packed Bai Qingyan’s luggage, polishing her battle armor and sewing the heart-protecting mirror.

Bai Qingyan was still in her study, discussing matters with Lu Ping and Steward Liu.

Letters to Ji Tingyu and Shen Kunyang needed to be sent early, so they could prepare.

After all, if Bai Qingyan survived the Daliang expedition, even the Crown Prince and those around him would realize something unusual and be wary of Bai Qingyan.

If that day ever came, the Bai family wouldn’t have the time to lie low anymore. Their only option would be to act.

Every member of the Bai family must be cautious of movements from the direction of Dadu City. Also, Bai Jinxiu in Dadu City... If the truth couldn’t be hidden anymore, they must get Jinxiu, Wang Geer, and Qin Lang out, even if they had to force it. Surely Jinxiu understood this too.

"Uncle Liu, you must go to Niujiao Mountain. Ji Tingyu’s trained soldiers are probably growing mold there by now! This time... it’s their turn to prove themselves!" Bai Qingyan stood by the table, tapping her fingers lightly on the rosewood surface.

Steward Liu nodded and asked, "Shall I bring them all?"

"Bring them all! This is a rare opportunity. We also need to see if Ji Tingyu’s troops can rival the Huying Camp!" Bai Qingyan’s voice carried decisiveness and determination without any hint of hesitation.

"But... won’t that draw too much attention?" Steward Liu was a bit worried.

Bai Qingyan shook her head. "I didn’t tell Quan Yu how many soldiers I’d take! The Crown Prince knows Shuoyang has accumulated substantial strength over the years. The more I take, the less guarded he will be about Shuoyang. After I leave, Shuoyang’s soldiers need to be discussed with you and Bai Qingping. Allocate some troops to Niujiao Mountain! If that day ever comes, the hidden soldiers there may become the key to saving Shuoyang!"

"Rest assured, I will arrange this properly!" Steward Liu clasped his hands towards Bai Qingyan.

When Bai Qingyan returned to Boyun Courtyard, she saw her mother, Mrs. Dong, sitting and sewing the heart-protecting mirror more securely for her. Standing quietly under the curtain, Bai Qingyan watched her mother, who was wiping tears while sewing. Feeling a pang of sorrow, she steadied her emotions before stepping in and softly calling out, "Mother..."

Mrs. Dong didn’t want her daughter to see her tears. Turning around, she pretended not to see clearly. She glanced at the heart-protecting mirror in the candlelight, wiped away her tears, and then turned back. With red eyes, she calmly finished off the sewing and asked, "Have you finished discussing everything?"