The Herbal Scents of Farm Life
Chapter 1099: But Are We Going to Jianan City?

Chapter 1099: Chapter 1099: But Are We Going to Jianan City?

"Now that we know that the strange phenomena in Wan County is not an illness but poisoning, there must be someone who administered the poison," the Eldest Prince contemplated for a moment, then replied.

"If we directly inform the people in the county that they have been poisoned rather than sick, won’t the person who poisoned them also become aware? To catch that person, we must not startle the snake by hitting the grass.

Once we give the poisoner an opportunity, they may hide, and then finding them will become even more difficult."

"Yes, yes, the Eldest Prince speaks very true," County Magistrate Chen nodded repeatedly after hearing his words.

"Not only that, but it’s very possible that after Miss Lin leaves and the situation seems calm, the poisoner may strike at the people of Wan County again. By then, it would be troublesome."

Thinking of this made him involuntarily draw a cold breath.

If he could capture this poisoner, he would definitely have the malefactor torn to pieces!

"But how exactly can we capture this poisoner?"

"Miss Lin, do you have any suggestions?" the Eldest Prince turned to Lin Caisang, asking.

"First, we should wake up today’s survivors and ask them if there is anything they all share in common, whether it be eating, clothing, lodging, or living arrangements. It’s very possible that this will be key to finding the person who poisoned them,"

Lin Caisang said.

"Second, if the poisoner’s target is indeed Wan County, then they must have a grudge against the county to commit such a heinous act. Or perhaps, they bear no grudge against anyone and acted on a whim, but those who kill on a whim usually exhibit some abnormal behaviors.

Maybe they don’t get along with their neighbors, or they seem overly friendly with them, while being secretly detested by the community. In short, searching in these areas might also lead us to the poisoner.

Third, I will go and examine the poison. After three days, I will give you a response."

"Three days?"

County Magistrate Chen exclaimed upon hearing Lin Caisang’s words.

"Miss Lin, the situation in Wan County is extremely critical. Can you... speed up the process?"

He felt he couldn’t wait another day; the lives of the entire county weighed heavily on his shoulders.

"Well..."

Lin Caisang glanced sideways, looking at the Eldest Prince.

"County Magistrate Chen, you may leave now," the Eldest Prince, seeing this, waved at the county magistrate, signaling him to step out.

"Yes, this official shall take his leave." County Magistrate Chen withdrew, and the other imperial physicians also left the room.

"Miss Lin, are you planning to go to Jianan City?" With everyone gone, the Eldest Prince finally voiced his question to Lin Caisang.

After all, Lin Caisang had said that her visit to Wan County was merely a detour, her real intention being his aunt. Honestly, hearing that his aunt had become a target of the people from the Illusion Continent made him very anxious.

"Yes."

Lin Caisang did not deny it, nodding her head.

"After you go to Jianan City, could you pass a message to my father the Emperor, just to say that I am safe in Wan County?" the Eldest Prince continued to speak.

"Okay, I understand," Lin Caisang responded.

She turned her beautiful eyes and gazed earnestly at the Eldest Prince, the corners of her lips slightly upturned.

"Eldest Prince, since everyone was present just now, there were some things I didn’t say. The matter of Wan County, I am afraid it’s not as simple as just seeking revenge."

"What do you mean by that, Miss Lin?" The Eldest Prince blinked, not understanding the implication of her words.

"Doesn’t the Eldest Prince find it odd that for a mere county town’s troubles, the Emperor, no matter what, would not have sent the Eldest Prince here?" Lin Caisang countered.