Additionally, if the "Ma Epidemic" really emerges within Dongshan Prefecture, the Imperial Envoy and all accompanying personnel likely won't be able to return to the capital immediately to report.
No matter if they've passed through Ear Province or the capital on the way here, none would want them to bring the "Ma Epidemic" to their places.
Therefore, they might have to stay in Dongshan Prefecture for some time.
When they came, everything was fine, but now they cannot return!
Su Mobai pondered over this and felt that it might not be a bad thing for him. As long as the quarantine signs are in place, he is residing in Shanglin Temple, with very limited contact with people. Recently, due to the reasons of acclimatization, apart from a few officials involved with the case, he hasn't met any locals from Dongshan Prefecture.
So, as long as he stays within the courtyard and doesn't go out, he is safe.
