Chapter 128: Penicillin

Various media newspapers also reported this happy news with extremely eye-catching headlines.

'Han Weekly' devoted a full page to publish an article titled 'Han Miracle: Penicillin Born, the Son of Heaven's Grace Blesses All Peoples'.

The article wrote: 'Under the Son of Heaven's wise leadership, Han medicine achieved an unprecedented breakthrough. Imperial Physician Zhang Shi, in the research of penicillin, endured countless difficulties and obstacles, yet persisted unwaveringly.'

'Mr. Dongfang Shuo and his alchemist friends, with their unique wisdom and rich experience, provided crucial assistance for the research of penicillin.'

'And the Son of Heaven, from beginning to end, monitored the research's progress, repeatedly offered constructive suggestions, and led as the greatest behind-the-scenes contributor to this medical miracle.'

'The benevolence and wisdom of the Han Son of Heaven make every Han citizen feel deeply proud; may Your Majesty's blessings endure forever, and may the Han flourish for ten thousand years!'

'Chang'an Morning Post' also did not yield, publishing a commentary article that praised: 'The successful development of penicillin is a great victory of Han technology and medicine. The efforts and dedication of Imperial Physician Zhang Shi deserve respect from every one of us.'

'Mr. Dongfang Shuo and his alchemist friends' ingenious ideas injected strong momentum into this achievement. However, the most worthy of our reverence is our Son of Heaven.'

'His decisions and support are like a divine needle that stabilizes the sea, allowing the entire research process to proceed smoothly. Your Majesty, you are the backbone of Han, and the eternal pride in our hearts!'

'Han Women's Media', upon hearing the news of penicillin's birth, the editors-in-chief led by Liu Xijun and Li Yan keenly perceived that this great invention would bring unprecedented positive impact to women's bodies and health.

Li Yan, in her media report, wrote with deep feeling: 'The birth of penicillin is undoubtedly a heavenly gift to Han women. In the past, childbirth for women was a life-and-death trial. Each delivery was like lingering at the gates of the underworld.'

'Postpartum infections, like demons, mercilessly took many newborn lives and young mothers' lives. However, now the emergence of penicillin has completely changed this terrible situation, giving women on the childbirth path an extra safety guarantee and less worry of life and death.'

'Besides childbirth, women in daily life also often suffer from various diseases' troubles. Some seemingly minor wound infections, in the past, could have led to severe consequences due to lack of effective treatment.'

'The emergence of penicillin greatly reduces these potential health threats. It can quickly and effectively inhibit bacterial growth, letting wounds heal faster, allowing women to live healthier lives and fully enjoy life's beauty.'

Li Yan's report, once released, quickly sparked a strong response among Han women.

Women widely praised penicillin's miraculous effects, filling their expectations for future life with even more hope.

These voices of praise and blessing, like surging waves, spread across every inch of Han land, making people's reverence for Liu Ju and confidence in Han's future reach unprecedented heights.

On the southern battlefield, the scorching sun hung high, the air filled with a nauseating stench of rot, that was the miasma intertwined with the flames of war.

Wounded Han soldiers lay haphazardly in the makeshift tents, groaning in pain.

Their faces were as pale as paper, lips chapped, eyes filled with despair and helplessness.

Some soldiers, due to miasma infection, developed high fever, the whole person unconscious, occasionally muttering to themselves;

Some soldiers had festering wounds, pus and blood continuously oozing, emitting foul odors; they clenched their teeth, trying to endure the piercing pain, but their bodies trembled uncontrollably.

Military doctors shuttle back and forth in the tents, anxious, their medicine boxes constantly swaying.

They looked at these soldiers tormented by miasma, their eyes full of helplessness and heartache.

They had tried various methods, but none could effectively curb the worsening condition, watching helplessly as each vibrant life faded in pain, the shadow of death shrouding the entire tent.

As the commander-in-chief of the three armies, Wei Qing also knitted his brows, the war situation tense, casualty rate continually rising, causing his hair to turn somewhat white.

His whole person appeared weathered and exhausted.

Just then, the Feather Forest Guard hurried over carrying the prepared penicillin medicine.

The guard's face was full of fatigue, yet his eyes revealed determination.

'Your Highness Prince Wei, this is the new medicine sent by His Majesty!'

As soon as the guard's words fell, Wei Qing inside the tent hurriedly rose and went out to meet him.

'Quickly give the medicine to the soldiers!'

He shouted loudly while personally opening the medicine box quickly, then ordered the military doctors to treat the soldiers.

'Doctor, will this medicine really work?' Wei Qing asked anxiously, his voice trembling slightly.

The military doctor nodded firmly, saying: 'Prince Wei, this penicillin is something we developed after countless hardships; it will surely save the soldiers' lives!'

Wei Qing took a deep breath, saying: 'Alright, then it's all up to you!'

The military doctors acted swiftly, carefully injecting the penicillin medicine into the soldiers' bodies.

Time passed second by second.

A miracle occurred.

The soldiers who had been unconscious slowly opened their eyes; the confusion in their eyes gradually faded, replaced by a hint of vitality;

After a few days, the soldiers with festering wounds saw their pain gradually lessen, their wounds begin to slowly heal, no longer oozing pus and blood.

'I feel much better!'

A young soldier exclaimed in delight, struggling to sit up, his face beaming with a joyful smile.

'Yes, this medicine is truly miraculous!'

Other soldiers also chimed in, their voices still weak but full of gratitude and joy.

Wei Qing looked at the scene before him, his eye sockets moist.

He excitedly said: 'Your Majesty's sagacity! This penicillin has saved our entire army!'

His previous anxiety and worries vanished, Wei Qing continually sighed with emotion.

With the widespread use of penicillin, the Han soldiers' mortality from injuries greatly decreased.

The gloom that once hung over the army gradually dissipated, replaced by an atmosphere of exhilaration and high spirits.

The soldiers' faces regained their luster, their eyes filled with longing and confidence for victory.

'Soldiers, with this miraculous medicine, we will surely defeat the rebels and fight for Han's peace!'

He shouted loudly, his voice echoing across the battlefield, inspiring every soldier's fighting spirit.

As the good news spread that penicillin had successfully saved the lives of Han soldiers,

Above the Xuan Shi Hall in the imperial court, the originally solemn and dignified atmosphere was shattered, as officials' faces broke into excited smiles.

Chancellor Tian Qiuqiu was the first to step forward, he adjusted his official robes, solemnly bowed to Liu Ju, and spoke in a resonant voice:

'Your Majesty, with penicillin, our Han soldiers no longer fear miasma and plague.'

'The successful development of this penicillin is indeed a fortune for Han and a blessing for all under heaven! Your Majesty's sagacity, in this difficult research process, you repeatedly gave the imperial physicians wise guidance, which made this divine medicine come into being.'

'Your Majesty's achievements will surely be recorded in history forever, revered by all the people!'

Having said that, he performed a deep bow.

Other ministers also bowed down one after another.