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The County Magistrate, sweating with anxiety, approached Chu Qingzhi, "Miss Chu, more and more people are contracting smallpox!"

Chu Qingzhi was equally troubled. The panic induced by smallpox had people fleeing in all directions, exacerbating the spread of the infection and making it nearly impossible to control.

"Post a notice, disclose the six medical prescriptions, and inform everyone to immediately return to their villages and homes. Anyone caught disobeying will be arrested and their entire family imprisoned!"

Heartened by Chu Qingzhi's decisive and authoritative approach, the County Magistrate found renewed vigor, "I'll handle it right away."

The County Magistrate, now effectively acting as Chu Qingzhi's aide, carried out his duties efficiently. Within three days, order was restored in Shuiyun County, and the epidemic was under control.