Rebirth: The Fourth Lady Wants to Lie Down

In the Qingxi Study, sunlight shines through the delicate window lattices onto the smooth floor tiles. Yinqi and Yinyou walk into Kangxi's study with rhythmic steps. In the study, Emperor Kangxi is sitting at the desk, flipping through the memorials in his hands, with a focused look.

The two men stepped forward and bowed respectfully, "Your son Yinqi (Yinyou) greets the Emperor. Long live the Emperor."

Kangxi raised his head, his eyes swept over the two of them, and his tone was a bit majestic: "Get up. I called you here because I have something to tell you."

Yinqi and Yinyou looked at each other, secretly guessing Kangxi's intention. Yinqi asked, "What instructions does the emperor have?"

Kangxi put down the memorial in his hand and said slowly: "Your fourth brother recommended you two to me, hoping that you can promote smallpox vaccination. I think you two are young and strong, and have a certain prestige, and you are the best candidates for this matter."

Yinqi and Yinyou were delighted when they heard this. Yinqi said excitedly, "I will do my best to live up to the expectations of my father and my fourth brother."

Yinqi was filled with emotion. After getting married, he had been working in the court, but he had not been able to achieve anything. Now that he finally had this opportunity, he knew that Yinzhen must have helped him. But now in front of Kangxi, he couldn't express his gratitude directly.

So, he just nodded gratefully in the direction of Yinzhen, and Yinzhen also nodded back.

Kangxi nodded and turned his gaze to Yinyou: "Yinyou, you are also of marriageable age. It is time for you to learn how to handle court affairs from your brothers. You should follow Yinqi and do a good job in this vaccination. It can be regarded as a training for you."

Yinyou was startled and answered solemnly, "Yes, Your Majesty. I will learn from my fifth brother with an open mind and live up to Your Majesty's expectations."

Kangxi nodded with satisfaction and said, "Your fourth brother is here. Have a good discussion with him and work out a feasible plan. I look forward to your good news."

Yinqi and Yinyou responded in unison: "Yes, Father Huang."

Then Yinyou immediately turned to Yinzhen, his eyes sparkling with curiosity and expectation. He asked, "Fourth brother, where does this cowpox method come from? Can it really effectively prevent smallpox?"

Yinzhen nodded, looking serious: "Yes, Sixth Brother. This method has been verified many times and is indeed effective in preventing smallpox. Moreover, I heard that the implementation of this method is not complicated. You only need to find a suitable vaccinator and undergo some training before you can carry out the vaccination."

Yinqi also came forward, frowned slightly, and raised his own question: "Fourth brother, if this method is so effective, why haven't you heard of it before?"

Yinzhen smiled slightly and explained, "In fact, this method has been recorded in ancient times, but it has not been widely spread due to various reasons. Now, because of Fucun's reminder, I thought of investigating it, and then reported it to the emperor. This gives us the opportunity to promote it. If it can benefit the people, it will be a blessing."

As he spoke, Yinzhen pulled out a plan from his sleeve and handed it to Yinqi and Yinyou: "This is a plan I made to promote the method of vaccination against smallpox. It lists in detail the implementation steps and matters that need attention. You two can take a look at it first. If there is anything wrong, we can discuss it again."

Yinqi and Yinyou took the plan and couldn't wait to read it. Their faces gradually showed understanding and excitement, and they discussed the details of the plan in a low voice from time to time.

Kangxi looked at his sons' serious work and smiled with satisfaction. He waved his hand and said, "Okay, go down and prepare well. I hope you can promote the vaccination method as soon as possible to save the people from the suffering of smallpox."

Yinqi and Yinyou responded in unison: "Yes, Your Majesty." They bowed to Kangxi and left the study.

On the way out, Yinqi said with emotion: "Fourth brother, thank you so much this time. If you hadn't proposed and formulated this plan, I'm afraid we would still be worried about this matter."

Yinyou also agreed, "Yes, Fourth Brother. Your plan is very detailed. I believe we can successfully promote the method of vaccination against smallpox."

Yinzhen smiled slightly and said modestly: "In fact, this is also for the welfare of the people. As princes, we should consider the people and do our best to seek benefits for them."

The three of them walked and talked, confidently heading towards their courtyard. They knew that although the task was arduous, with this plan and mutual support, they would be able to successfully promote the method of vaccination and bring good news to the people.

Then the two said goodbye to Yinzhen, "Fourth brother, the younger brothers will go ahead, we will go and study and prepare carefully."

Yinzhen also nodded and said, "Go! I believe you will succeed." Then he parted with the two of them.

After Yinzhen left, Yinqi also took Yinyou to his own courtyard. Yinqi gently patted Yinyou on the shoulder and said with a smile: "It seems that we have to do something good."

Yinyou nodded and smiled, "Yes, Fifth Brother. I feel relieved when you are here."

Yinyou also felt Yinqi's joy and excitement. He patted the back of Yinqi's hand and said, "Fifth brother, no matter what, I will support you."

Yinqi looked at Yinyou gratefully and said with a smile: "With your words, I am satisfied."

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With the plan given by Yinzhen, the two felt a lot more relaxed, but there were still some difficulties in its implementation because the dignitaries in the capital were still somewhat uncertain about vaccination.

Therefore, the two planned to vaccinate the poor people for free. Then, Yinqi and Yinyou began to get busy. They took the imperial doctors to visit nearby villages and publicized the importance of vaccination to the people. They personally vaccinated the people and proved the safety of vaccination with practical actions.

"Free vaccination? Is this really true?" A ragged farmer looked at them suspiciously.

Yinqi smiled and nodded: "Yes, uncle. This is for your health and your family. We will vaccinate you for free, and I hope you can trust us."

The farmer looked at them, with a touch of emotion in his eyes: "Thank you, thank you. With you, we will not die from smallpox in the future."

As time went on, more and more people began to accept vaccination. As they watched those who recovered from vaccination, their doubts gradually dissipated.

Yinqi and Yinyou smiled at each other, their satisfaction and pride were beyond words. This was also the first time that they, as princes, truly felt the love of the people. They knew that their efforts were not in vain, and they brought hope and health to these people.

As time went on, the incidence of smallpox among the poor gradually decreased. People began to believe in the power of vaccination and the hope brought by Yinqi and Yinyou.

Yinqi and Yinyou did not stop there. They continued to vaccinate the people and spread the knowledge of smallpox prevention. Their actions touched more and more people and gained more and more support.