Chapter 482

Episode 482: Daejeongjeong (代理聽政) (7)

“I would like to see you.”

“okay. “Is there any good news?”

To Hyang’s question, Jeong-ho (提擧) answered with a cautious expression.

“yes. “There were quite positive results regarding the bactericidal solution.”

Hyang’s eyes sparkled at Jeongjeo’s words.

The ‘cleaning liquid’ that the doctor and the doctor mentioned was penicillin. Although it was at a primitive level.

* * *

“This is definitely a cliché, but...”

At first, I was quite worried about manufacturing penecillin.

“It’s primitive, but I know how to make it and I actually made it.”

A Japanese cartoon featuring a doctor who time-slipped in the 21st century was a hit, and dramas were made in Japan and Korea based on the cartoon. And an important subject of the drama was the production of penicillin.

And quite a few blog posts were written about the manufacturing process of penicillin featured in the drama.

Hyang-Jinho at the time-wasn’t the one to just ignore this situation. I read comic books, watched dramas several times, searched the Internet, learned the manufacturing method, and then actually made it.

Unfortunately, Hyang’s challenge ended there. This was because experiments to check whether penicillin was made properly and whether it had medicinal effects were illegal.

Because of this history, the company began considering the production of penicillin.

“Anyway, it’s a mess, it’s a changed history, so you can make it... The problem is that I’m a crown prince whose every move will be recorded in history.”

The biggest cause of Hyang’s worries was his status.

“If you look at the accidents that have occurred so far, you will end up saying, ‘Ah, this person was talented in making machines.’ Well, there are rooting and seed trots, but those are things you can just skip. But when penicillin comes out, things will be different. ‘What on earth is this person doing?’ or ‘Are they the same person?’ All kinds of words will come out. There’s no need to go hundreds of years later. “If I make it right, people will be popping up everywhere right now wondering if I’m even a human being.”

Because of the problems that would arise, Hyang hesitated in developing penicillin.

But there was something the scent overlooked.

It was the end-of-life method.

Hyang was already aware of the existence of Wudu not only in Joseon but also in the western region, so he underestimated its value, but this was Hyang’s misjudgment.

It was overlooked that the mere act of recognizing the value of the anti-pox method and testing it on oneself, as well as allowing all citizens to be vaccinated, was an achievement that would lead to the emergence of the ‘alien alien theory’ in later generations.

“If it weren’t for what had already been done, we could have attacked right away... but what? Shall we solve it? Or should I just leave a hint in the journal and pass it on to future generations?”

* * *

To overcome the limitations brought about by the current level of technology and amount of information, and to prevent runaway, the township carried out some maneuvers.

He created a document called Japsangrok, which was a personal record of the Hyang. And in that document, many items that Hyang knew in the 21st century were left in the form of hints or questions.

It was Japsang-rok who would appear on the surface only after his death. If only the hints and questions there could be properly resolved, it could become Joseon’s strongest hidden card along with Jeon Jeon-rok.

“At least if the research lab I created and Area 51 continue to operate properly in the future, there won’t be any idiots who won’t recognize the value of Japsangrok.”

* * *

It was the discovery of the New World that made the decision about the future of penicillin lead to the decision to manufacture penicillin.

“Has it been pushed back at least 60 years?”

Following the news of the discovery of the New World, the decision was made to digest it as Joseon’s, and the local government made a decision.

“Use it! I can’t help it! Let’s make it!”

The decision to manufacture penicillin was due to the disease syphilis, which is said to have first originated in the New World.

“During the pioneering process, syphilis patients definitely pop up. And of course, syphilis would spread to Joseon. Especially since it has been confirmed that Abama is also going. “Penicillin is a must.”

* * *

After making a decision, Hyang visited a medical clinic.

Hyang, who gathered the officials who manage the Naeuiwon and the medical staff of the hospital, quietly began to pray.

* * *

“You said it was quite positive. To what extent exactly?”

In response to Hyang’s question, Jeong-su held out a report and answered.

“We have also seen improvement in patients with internal abscesses such as dermatitis or lung abscess that cannot be treated with rooting.”

“Hoo~.”

With a light exclamation, Hyang opened the report and Jeong Seo continued his explanation.

“We tested medicinal power with the support of those suffering from abscesses among the beggars in Cheonggyecheon, Jungnangcheon, and Seongjeosimni in all directions of Hanseong. First, I used a rooting agent to select those who did not show improvement even with the rooting solution and used a purifying bacteria solution.”

“Hmm....”

Hyang nodded after reading the report and listening to the explanation.

As the scent received a positive response, Jeonggeo put more force into his voice.

“After confirming its effectiveness in experiments on beggars, we administered the drug to patients suffering from boils and lung abscesses who visited Hyeminseo and Daebiwon. As a result, we are able to fully verify your biography.”

“Hmm... thank you for your hard work. But...”

Hyang, who was studying the report while listening to the details of the removal, asked a question.

“Earlier, Jeonggeo told me that it was quite positive. “When I hear the contents of the report and the results of the removal, I think it is very positive. Why did you use the word ‘significantly’?”

In response to Hyang’s question, Jeong-geo explained the reason.

“This is because there are still many parts that have not been properly confirmed.”

First, what is the most appropriate concentration? Too much of a medicine is not good, and too little is not good. I’m still not sure about this part.

Second, the problem of mass production of bacteria used in bacteria-free solutions has not yet been properly resolved.

Thirdly, the time that the disinfectant liquid maintains its potency is short. We need to find a way to extend this time.

“The third problem can be solved to some extent if the second problem is solved properly. Since it has a short lifespan, it can be discarded, so you can continue to make new medicines, or you can train a lot of people who know how to make sanitizing liquid and produce it in multiple places at the same time.”

“Are you predicting Shinji?”

Sujeong nodded at Hyang’s point.

“Yes, that’s right. And the final problem is to accurately identify the types of diseases for which the antibacterial solution has efficacy.”

“Hmm...”

Hyang-hyang, who was thinking deeply while listening to Cheong-su’s words, looked at Cheong-su.

“There is still a long way to go, but we have achieved quite good results, which is really good. All of this is the result of the hard work of the people at the National Assembly, including Jeong Hyeong. “I will propose a reward to my Abama.”

“No! “As a lawmaker who deals with life, I just did my duty!”

“There are many people who are not good at doing the obvious, so it is only natural that they should be rewarded.”

Hearing Hyang’s words, Jeong-su bowed deeply and shouted.

“I am devastated!”

After sending away the removal, Hyang muttered while writing a report to send to King Sejong.

“Is this the start of the war against germs in earnest?”

* * *

A year has passed since the beginning of Hyang’s Daecheongjeong, the 25th year of King Sejong (1443, Gyehae year).

King Sejong, who had begun preparations in earnest to move to Shinji, handed over almost all duties to Hyang.

“Unless it is a situation similar to a war, let the crown prince handle all matters!”

“...I follow your orders.”

According to King Sejong’s decision, Hyang’s work increased and the four people rolled around until a sweet smell came out of their mouths.

When July came, after such a peaceful and busy life. An urgent message was sent from Japan.

‘Shogunate general dies’.