Blossom in Adversity

C15. The Hua Family's Bai Lin.

Chapter 15: The Hua Family's Bai Lin

Xu Jie, the eldest son of Steward Xu, had diligently studied under his father’s tutelage, mastering the intricacies of household management. His dedication and skill had earned him a position of trust within the Hua family’s inner circle.

As a minor manager overseeing a team in the front courtyard, Xu Jie was privy to the family’s daily affairs and was entrusted with tasks that required both discretion and competence. Working directly under the watchful eye of the current head of the Hua family, a man renowned for his exacting standards, was a significant achievement for Xu Jie.

It signified not only his personal accomplishments but also the family’s recognition of his potential.

Having spent his whole life in the capital, witnessing the ups and downs of the officialdom with the old master for decades, there was a chance that he might turn the tables someday. The more critical the situation, the more important it was to perform well. In the future, the main family would not forget him.

Xu Dongjin's feet were moving fast, but his face bore a smile. Being busy meant that the Hua family hadn't hit rock bottom yet. The eldest miss was truly remarkable; organized, decisive, and full of determination. She had somehow managed to stabilize the Hua family with such calmness and composure that it reminded him of the old master in his youth.

Suddenly, Xu Dongjin stopped in his tracks. Yes, just like the old master. Even in times of urgency, he remained impeccably dressed and spoke calmly, calming down even the most anxious individuals.

A sense of hope surged within Xu Dongjin. He had to do an even better job of managing the tasks entrusted to him by the eldest miss. He needed to handle those few individuals properly as well; he couldn't afford to slack off in serving the eldest miss.

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"Miss, take a break. You've been busy all morning," Ying Chun entered with a meal box. Bao Xia seized the opportunity to snatch the pen from the Miss's hand, wiped her hands with a damp cloth, feeling sorry for her as they were stiff from holding the pen for too long.

After lunch, the four maidservants surrounded Hua Zhi, taking care of her with hand massages, shoulder kneading, and foot pressing. Hua Zhi took a brief nap, feeling refreshed, before continuing her work.

Balancing work and rest was crucial.

There were many tasks to attend to, but after all these years, the four maidservants had been trained well and could share her burdens.

After Hua Zhi reviewed the rough budget drafted by Nian Qiu, she nodded, "It's sufficient. Get ready to finalize the accounts."

"Yes," Nian Qiu sighed in relief. This was her first practical application after years of learning and training, and luckily, it had gone smoothly.

"Miss, the sixth young master is here." In the Hua family, the siblings were ranked separately, and although Hua Bailin was the eldest grandson of the main family, he was sixth in line among his siblings.

As the maid's words fell, Hua Bailin hurriedly walked in, "Eldest sister."

Hua Zhi quietly watched him, and just by her gaze, Hua Bailin unconsciously slowed down his pace, stood up straighter, relaxed his shoulders, and even his heart steadied, his breathing becoming calm.

The restlessness that had plagued Hua Bailin for days was eased at that moment. Seeing his sister, who had always played with him and told him stories, sitting there so calmly, it made him feel that the current situation of the Hua family wasn't as dire as he had thought.