Blossom in Adversity

C135. Shao Yao's Gift.

Chapter 135: Shao Yao's Gift

Shao Yao looked dejected, “Huahua didn’t cry. She just said that if the Hua family didn’t need her anymore, she would leave.”

“When did I ever ask you to make her cry?”

“You said you wanted Huahua to vent. She didn’t.”

Gu Yanxi rubbed his temples, “What’s going on with your master? Can’t the poison on Wu Yong be cured?”

“The poison can be cured. My master said that a portion of the black spider silk poison he had was missing, but he doesn’t know when it was lost or who took it. He said that he didn’t have any contact with suspicious people after leaving the mansion, so it’s very likely that it was lost in the mansion.”

The warmth in Gu Yanxi’s eyes instantly faded, “There’s a traitor?”

“Yes,” Shao Yao forgot her fear and rushed in front of Yan Ge with a murderous look, “When you find the person, let me handle them!”

Gu Yanxi didn’t say anything. Compared to that, he wanted to personally skin that person alive.

“Your Highness!” Peony changed her address in urgency.

“Fine, you can test the medicine.”

Shao Yao was finally satisfied, her expression and demeanor returned to calmness, as if she didn’t care about anything in the world.

Gu Yanxi lowered his gaze to look at the shiny silver hairpin in his hand. Perhaps only Hua Zhi could always be consistent, whether she was content to be a Hua family daughter, unwilling to even show her face and willingly living a carefree life in her own little world, or when she took charge of the family, she was decisive and didn’t care what others said.

He even remember how extreme Shao Yao's personality was, and he remembered that the person who was willing to ruin herself as a child just to drag those who bullied her to hell would never be as innocent as she appeared in front of Hua Zhi.

People like them didn’t deserve to be innocent.

“Yan Ge, I want to go spend the New Year with Huahua.”

Gu Yanxi looked up, “Bring more things with you. Whatever she needs, bring it.”

"Yes, then I'll go."

"If someone comes invite you in my name, you don't have to pay attention to them. If I need to see you, I will let Chen Qing come."

Shao Yao frowned, "Is it the Prince Mansion again? Who died this time?"

"Whoever died deserved it, it has nothing to do with you and me."

"Yan ge, I hate them." Even if she couldn't remember anything, the hatred seemed ingrained in her, growing stronger every time she saw them.

Although the two of them looked completely different, no one would doubt that they were siblings at this moment. Their cold expressions and the curve of their mouths were the same.

"Go find Chen Qing, and if you see anything that Hua Zhi could use, bring it over."

"Yes, thank you, Yan ge." Shao Yao immediately smiled and ran to the door, daringly leaning against the door frame. "Yan ge, Hua Hua says she's not getting married, so you need to work harder."

As she said "work harder," she was already running away, fearing that Yan ge would angrily scold her.

However, Gu Yanxi did not move. As the storm was approaching, he did not want to bring Hua Zhi home at this time. Being bound by royal rules made everything inconvenient, and that was definitely not what Hua Zhi wanted.

Shao Yao quickly went home and came back with four carriages. Bao Xia took a look at it and quickly went back to fetch her young lady.

Hua Zhi looked at a top-quality coral tree squeezed upside down in the corner, and her eyelids twitched involuntarily. Chen Qing also looked uncomfortable, not wanting to see such a display of wealth in front of their mistress.

But Shao Yao looked pleased with herself, pestering Hua Zhi with a hopeful expression, "Hua Hua, I think you can use all of these. Do you like them?"

Hua Zhi endured the urge to pull her own face as she felt the thickness of the gifts. When did she give people the impression that she was here to empty their storage rooms?

These items were valuable enough to provide a comfortable life for the Hua family for many years.

Shao Yao thought Hua Zhi's silence was consent and turned to Bao Xia, "Quick, call someone to move these inside."

Bao Xia squinted and smiled, not moving.

Hua Zhi walked forward and picked up the inkstone on top. "Bai Lin will like this, you can take the rest back with you."

"Hua Hua..." Shao Yao tried to make a fuss but was silenced by a glance from Hua Zhi.

Chen Qing cleared his throat, holding back a smile. "The master said that these were gifts that Shao Yao had acquired through her medical practice over the years, not items from someone else. Shao Yao can give them to whoever she likes."

"I understand."

Hua Zhi brought Shao Yao to the front, "Take your pick – either keep this inkstone or leave with everything else."

Shao Yao quickly grabbed the inkstone and held it to her chest, not caring about the rest of the gifts, and ran inside.

The maids couldn't help but suppress their laughter.

Hua Zhi's eyes twinkled with amusement as she slightly bowed to Chen Qing, saying, "Please have these items taken back, Manager Chen. If Shao Yao acts like this again in the future, please intervene."

Chen Qing had already anticipated this result and was not surprised at all. He approached with the last carriage, lifted the rain cover, revealing some fabric and food items inside. "These are not worth much, just a small token of appreciation. Please accept it, young lady."

Hua Zhi looked at the plain fabrics and nodded gently. "Thank you."

While the items were being carried inside, Hua Zhi quickly prepared a gift for Chen Qing to take back, which included canned goods, various pickled items, and snacks made by Fu Dong, all of which were not available elsewhere.

"If you enjoys these, just let Shao Yao know," she said.

Chen Qing smiled and nodded, "Shao Yao always makes me crave these goodies. I'm afraid she'll come asking for more soon."

"Your welcome is truly a delight," Hua Zhi responded.

After returning to her room, Hua Zhi couldn't help but feel helpless seeing Shao Yao's attempt to please her. Ever since they had met, she had felt like she was raising a daughter.

"Hua Hua..."

"I'm not angry," Hua Zhi smiled at her. "Do you really want to give me something?"

Shao Yao nodded eagerly.

"Didn't you say you wanted to create a unique fragrance for me? Just give me that."

Shao Yao's eyes lit up. "Yes, I can create some special scents that are good for your health."

"Good."

On the other hand, Gu Yanxi brought in some more pickled items and snacks to the palace, conversing with his grandmother before being called away by the Emperor.

As the Empress Dowager gradually suppressed her smile, she let out a long sigh. "Yu Xiang, should I intervene or lend a helping hand?"

Yu Xiang pursed her lips and chuckled, "I thought you already agreed long ago!"

The Empress Dowager chuckled and sighed again, "I am also hesitant. The girl's character is impeccable, and I don't care if she is the daughter of a criminal. Moreover, she has ties with me. But the Hua family name carries significant influence. If Xi'er marries this girl, it may not sit well with the Emperor. His entire reputation is built on the Emperor's trust. If that trust wavers, he might..."

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Thank you to the readers for the support and votes, I feel a bit guilty for having a delayed update today. I will definitely update soon!