The Crown Prince That Sells Medicine

The Crown Prince That Sells Medicine Chapter 43

Episode 43. Shake off the remarks (1)

“Rash… typhus.”

Rakiel muttered as if he was chewing. And of all the fevers, this is it. He asked his five organs, six organs, and liver, hoping not.

‘Hey, is this for real? Are you sure?’

[Soy Sauce: Are you really sure?]

‘How?’

[Soy Sauce: I gave a high five to the Rickettsia bacteria in the blood that goes in and out of that woman’s liver?]

‘…’

Rachiel closed her mouth.

Your five internal organs do not lie. It is certain that there are Rickettsia bacteria in the patient’s blood. It’s typhus.

‘Tsk.’

Rakiel looked back at Dean Liar.

“I ask you one question. “How long has it been since the patient last took a bath?”

“…yes?”

Dean Lier Yeongsik paused. It looked like he was asking such a question. If this wasn’t the crown prince, he might have argued that such a question was insulting.

Rakiel crushed the unnecessary misunderstanding.

“This is a necessary question to determine the patient’s condition. hurry.”

“Oh, you did that yesterday too.”

“Yesterday too?”

“You tend to take a bath with warm water every day without fail.”

“Hmm….”

I take a bath every day, but it’s typhus. In most cases, that wouldn’t be possible. It was strange. I asked Yeongsik again.

“So how is the house in order? In particular, what is the condition of the bedding?”

“It’s managed neatly.”

“No fleas or fleas?”

“yes. never.”

“Then, has the patient recently stayed in an environment where lice or fleas might be present?”

“Um ah… there is.”

“when?”

“It must have been about 15 days. My mother said that on her way back from visiting a relative, her carriage got stuck in the mud and she was stranded. At that time, there happened to be a farmhouse nearby…”

“Farmhouse?”

“yes. I heard that you stayed overnight at the farmhouse. It was said that the couple there at the time gave their bed to the mother. “It was a very shabby bed made of straw and covered with fur on top… He was a little reluctant, but he said he couldn’t refuse because of the couple’s sincerity.”

Dean Liar Youngsik spoke as if he was reminiscing. Rakiel clicked his tongue.

“Tsk. “That’s it.”

“yes?”

“The patient probably got infected there and then.”

“Infection…?”

The ominousness given by the word itself. Perhaps because he sensed that, Yeongsik’s complexion became pale. Rakiel explained as calmly as possible.

“The patient’s disease is typhus. It is often confused with typhoid fever, but it is a completely different disease. “Anyway, this is a disease that is transmitted through louse that attaches to human skin and sucks blood.”

“What…”

“There is something called Rickettsia bacteria. The person who possesses it acts as a parasite on the human body and leaves excrement on the skin. Rickettsia bacteria are mixed in the excrement. Then…”

“Then?”

“People feel itchy. Because of the excrement left behind by lice. Then you will scratch that part unconsciously. At that time, very fine wounds that cannot be seen with the naked eye are created on the skin by the fingernails… and through those wounds, Rickettsia bacteria infiltrate the body. “You get infected.”

“So…”

“Sometimes, lice excrement containing Rickettsia bacteria mixes with dust and enters the respiratory tract. “The good news is that it doesn’t spread between people.”

“….”

Does it feel distant to have contracted an unimaginable disease in an unimaginable way? Now Yeongsik has even lost his answer. However, Rachiel did not stop interviewing.

“Anyway, when exactly did you start having a fever?”

“Well… you were fine until lunch. But in the afternoon, he said he felt cold, and then his fever broke out…”

The fever started today.

Then the monkfish was perfect.

‘It was fifteen days ago that I stayed at the farmhouse. And starting today, symptoms began to appear. The 15 days in between were the incubation period.’

It exactly matched the symptomatic characteristics of scrub typhus. Rakiel quenched his bitter taste.

‘It’s a big deal. ‘The patient is old.’

I had a severe fever.

In these cases, young children and the elderly are particularly at risk. In the worst cases, pneumonia may occur, central nervous system damage due to high fever, or extremities of the body may die.

‘Just as Napoleon’s Russian conquest army suffered.’

Suddenly, an example from history came to mind.

Napoleon reigned as the hegemon of Europe in the early 19th century. He invaded Russia, which rebelled against him. The scale of the conquest army he mobilized was enormous.

Infantry 380,000.

80,000 cavalry.

1,000 cannons.

Even the reserve force is as many as 100,000.

In total, the army numbered 600,000.

Among them, 400,000, excluding reserve forces and some others, invaded Russia. However, while passing through Poland, typhus struck his corps.

The soldiers suffered from high fever. A red rash broke out all over my body. He was half out of his mind, talking nonsense, then collapsed and died. As they passed through Poland, they lost 1/5 of their troops.

When did you arrive in Moscow? Only 100,000 people survived. There were far more soldiers who died from typhus than those who died in battle with the Russian army.

‘It didn’t end there. The conquest failed. We had to carry out a withdrawal operation like a disaster. Even then, typhus continued to plague his troops. He had to flee, abandoning 30,000 soldiers suffering from typhus in Vilna, Lithuania, as if they were cutting off raw flesh.’

In this way, Napoleon’s Russian conquest army was destroyed. It was as if typhus had brought down the reigning king.

‘It’s not just that. There were countless similar cases.’

In the Spanish ‘Reconquista’ war fought against Islam in the 15th century. Also in the war between Spain and France in the 16th century. Even in the war between the Ottoman Turks and the Holy Roman Empire. In the 30 Years’ War that devastated Germany and in the English Civil War.

Typhus gained notoriety for slaughtering humans.

“Whew. “Then I need to change my clothes first.”

I called the maids.

Instructions were given meticulously.

“Take off the patient’s clothes. Everything, including underwear. Wipe your entire body with a towel soaked in warm water. Don’t forget to carefully check your hair and body for lice. After that, put on the patient’s uniform.”

“Then what should I do with the clothes I took off?”

“Burn it.”

“Taewoo…?”

“hmm. Everything, without exception. Burn all the bedding on the bed where this patient is currently lying. And when you finish what I tell you to do, take a bath immediately and burn the clothes you are wearing.”

“….”

The maids’ eyes asked if they had to go that far. Rachiel nodded resolutely.

“If you break even one thing, you will be fired immediately and held accountable.”

“Oh, I understand.”

The maids became thoughtful. But for Rachiel, this was natural. There may still be teeth remaining in the patient’s body. Even though you bathe in warm water every day, there is a possibility that lice may have spread to your clothes or bedding.

Rakiel spoke to Din Liar Youngsik.

“Same goes for that one. The clothes you are currently wearing will also have to be burned, so take them off immediately and take a bath first. “I will prepare new clothes for you.”

“yes? Ah… Yes, Your Highness.”

“And one more thing. All bedding, carpets and clothes in the house must be washed and dried in the sun. “Let’s send someone over here and let them know.”

“Yes, I understand, Your Highness.”

“Then everyone do it.”

Everyone moved in unison. Rakiel also immediately moved to his seat, changed his clothes, and took a bath first. And he prepared a decoction for the patient.

‘Of course, galgeuntang (葛根湯) would be good.’

Galgeuntang was a basic soup among herbal medicines. Nevertheless, it had an excellent effect on febrile diseases.

‘The perspiration and antipyretic effect of galgeun is excellent. In animal experiments, it has been proven to have antipyretic effects, increase cerebrovascular blood flow, and dilate coronary arteries.’

The ephedra that is included in it also has an antipyretic effect. Gyeji adds even more synergy to the effect. Peony, jujube, and licorice, which are added together, have a nourishing and tonic effect and also have the additional effect of controlling excessive sweating.

‘The amount is exact. ‘Every combination is included.’

The single dose was precisely controlled. 8.0g of galgeun, 4.0g of ephedra, 3.0g of jujube, 2.0g of chicken root, 2.0g of peony, 2.0g of licorice, 2.0g of ginger…. The medicinal ingredients were distributed and prepared accurately. I brewed it myself with great care. I fed it to Mrs. Deanlyer.

“Now, patient? If you drink this medicine, you will feel a little better. “It may be a little bitter, but drink it slowly.”

“Your Highness…”

the wife, covered in sweat, cried.

It’s probably because it hurts a lot.

I comforted him and gave him medicine.

It was from then on.

One day, two days, three days. As many as three maids were assigned to her as caregivers. 3 shifts of 8 hours each. He was cared for 24 hours a day.

Rachiel himself also checked on his wife while he was treating other patients. I checked my pulse and fever from time to time. I paid more attention to the herbal medicine and looked at the road.

But the wife’s fever did not subside at all. Even though I consistently took galgeuntang every day and got enough nutrition and rest, there was no significant improvement. No, the details were getting worse.

‘It’s a big deal.’

I felt like my heart was sinking.

‘It has no effect. No, it’s weak. ‘This isn’t at the level where it’s just galgeuntang.’

Fourth day of hospitalization.

Rachiel, who had exhausted Mrs. Deanlyer, let out a sigh. The wife’s condition was no better than when she was hospitalized. The constant high fever was actually depleting my stamina. Rakiel was able to figure out the cause.

‘My vagina is so damaged.’

I felt it when I took a pulse. It could be seen clearly even with the vague method of mana diagnosis.

The sexual energy inside the wife’s body had dried up. As a reaction, yang energy was excessively activated. Mana, hot and excited, was running wild in the blood vessels of my entire body.

‘The balance of yin and yang has completely collapsed. I can feel it even with my faint heart. We need to get this balance right first. Only then will the patient’s body properly accept the medicinal effects of galgeuntang.’

to sum up? It was a situation where there was no need for medicine due to the rampant Yang energy.

‘Then what should I do?’

Rachiel’s brow furrowed.

If left like this, the balance in the patient’s body will be further disrupted. Then any hope of treatment disappears. will die

‘I don’t like that.’

I didn’t want the patient to die. Moreover, what if the patient dies here and now? It will be a direct blow to the openness that was enjoyed by opening an oriental medicine clinic, and cold water will be poured on it.

‘Then you’re ruined. My trust in the oriental medicine clinic will be broken. Because there is no guarantee that you will get better after coming here. Because it’s a place where people died. ‘Who will come find me?’

The number of people visiting oriental medicine clinics will decrease. It means his plan is falling apart.

Also for patients.

Even to yourself.

That would be the worst outcome.

‘That’s not allowed. ‘I will save you unconditionally.’

Rachiel strengthened her resolve.

I can’t back out of here. That you can never give up. Save the patient and the oriental medicine clinic. In this way, we will maintain a hopeful future of wealth and fame.

I made a promise and thought about it even more.

I thought furiously.

‘The reason why yang energy runs rampant is because yin energy declines. But how to suppress yang energy? no. If you do that, both yang and yin energy may become weak and the entire body’s energy may become weak.’

A state of low physical strength. What if even your energy and blood become weak? A critical situation can arise in an instant.

‘So the conclusion is… you have to raise your sexual energy.’

A way to save your vagina.

A medicine that can do that.

What could it be?

‘It’s impossible with the medicines we have now. The yin energy has weakened too much. If you want to save that thing, you can’t use ordinary medicine.’

Deeper wrinkles formed between Rakiel’s eyebrows. A medicinal herb with strong yin energy is needed. Or you need something special like that.

Then….

‘Imperial Palace Vigo.’

A conclusion emerged naturally.

The imperial palace’s treasury where many rare items and artifacts are stored. Perhaps there is a medicinal herb or object with powerful negative energy that one is looking for.

‘I can’t be sure. But the most likely place is probably there.’

I don’t have much time. Even more so for patients. What if a few days pass by? The situation may quickly deteriorate and a critical situation may arise.

But what about the imperial palace?

‘It’s close. Because it’s in the imperial palace. Besides, I am the crown prince. So even if I go right away, I’ll be able to get in and out somehow.’

He was ready to go out right away.

“Lord Gardin? “Tell the chamberlain to prepare the carriage.”

“yes? A carriage? “Where are you going at this hour?”

“Imperial Palace Vigo.”

“…Yes?”

“There’s something I need to look for there.”

“But your highness. “If you want to enter Vigo, you will have to go through entry procedures, right?”

“Entry procedures?”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

Lord Gardin said as if it was obvious.

“As far as I know, I heard that no one except His Majesty the Emperor can enter and exit the Imperial Palace Vigo as they wish. Even if I ask you to speak to the Crown Prince.”

“So you have to go through the entry and exit procedures?”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

“Is that complicated?”

“It’s not complicated, um I was told that I would have to submit the application documents to the appropriate administration. “I wrote down items such as the purpose of visiting Vigo and the inspection of items of a certain grade stored in Vigo.”

“Then what happens after you submit it?”

“They said it would undergo strict screening. Because it is an important place where the imperial family’s treasures are stored… it is said that even quite a few great nobles often fail the examination. The same goes for the royal family. Additionally, I heard that even if you submit documents, the review period is quite long.”

“How long is it?”

“They said we should wait at least a month….”

“….”

An unexpected variable arose. You have to go through a rigorous screening process, which can take up to a month.

‘Tsk.’

Rakiel quenched his bitter taste. Of course, there is no time to wait a month. In the meantime, typhus will not leave the patient alone.

‘Then there’s nothing we can do.’

Rakiel raised his head.

I didn’t want to use such a mean method. But given the circumstances, I can’t help it. A smile slowly appeared on Rakiel’s lips.

“If that’s the case, don’t worry. “Because there is a way.”

“What do you mean by method?”

“I am the crown prince.”

“So?”

“So I’m going to use it.”

“What do you mean?”

Sir Gardin asked curiously. The sinister smile on Rachiel’s lips shone sweetly.

“Dad’s chance.”