The emperor''s face flushed a deep red, his expression breaking into a broad grin.

    Every ruler in this world—including myself—would never refuse an opportunity to tighten their grip on power. To climb higher, there are even those willing to risk their lives.@@@@

    ‘And that includes emperors, even if there''s no position higher than theirs.’

    But now the emperor would crush that fearsome plague entirely?

    “To eradicate this plague, however, I’ll need substantial help from Your Majesty,” I said.

    “Be specific.”

    “There are two primary reasons why plagues arise: people not washing themselves, and the consumption of contaminated food and water.”

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