Blossom In Adversity - Vol. 2

C250. Facing the Battle (1).

Chapter 250: Facing the Battle (1)

It hadn't been long since they settled in when Xia Jiang came to visit in person.

"As you requested, the goods are contracted with An Tai."

Xia Jiang's heart settled. "I've cooperated with Master Wu before, and this transaction will definitely be smooth."

"That's the best."

Xia Jiang took a sip of tea. "I wonder when Miss Hua plans to leave?"

Hua Zhi's eyes flickered. "Tomorrow, is there something wrong?"

"The sooner Miss Hua leaves, the better." Xia Jiang hesitated for a moment, then gritted his teeth and said, "If Miss Hua is willing, I can have someone prepare a boat to send you to the next stop of the passenger ship."

Hua Zhi put down her teacup. The information revealed in Xia Jiang's words confirmed her belief that Zheng Bei was not going to give up. Yet, knowing all this, he was still willing to risk a confrontation with Zheng Bei in order to send them away, which showed that Xia Jiang was indeed a man of character, even if there was a degree of genuine sincerity behind the interests.

After a moment's consideration, Hua Zhi asked, "Can Donglai Shipping withstand Zheng Bei's difficulties?"

Xia Jiang smiled bitterly, "I'm not afraid of Miss Hua laughing, but in Xiuyang, only the Zheng family is something the Xia family can't afford to offend. No matter how big and prosperous the Xia family is, it can't compare to the Zheng family having a daughter who is the wife of the official. The only gamble I can make is whether he is willing to fight with my Xia family to the point of mutual destruction for a matter that will not yield any benefits. Although the Xia family is not as powerful as the Zheng family, we are not easy to bully either. If we really fight, we can still bite off a large piece of his flesh."

Hua Zhi smiled, "It seems I haven't chosen the wrong person. Young Master Xia has the courage."

Xia Jiang could only smile bitterly.

"I appreciate your kindness, but if you really drag Donglai Shipping into this, I'm also worried that Zheng Bei will sabotage our deal. If there's a problem with the goods, that will be a big problem for me."

Xia Jiang visibly relaxed. Making this decision, he had also been under a lot of pressure.

After sending Xia Jiang away, Hua Zhi looked at everyone, "Take turns standing guard. I'll say it again, don't take a life."

"Hua Hua, you're too soft-hearted." Shao Yao mumbled, but seeing Hua Hua looking over, she giggled and pretended like she hadn't said anything.

Hua Zhi sighed inwardly. If she could, she didn't want to have any conflicts with people. She was from a peaceful era, and if she could solve problems with money, she wouldn't mind spending a sum of money to avoid trouble, but it was clear that Zheng Bei didn't want just a sum of money.

"Having killed the younger brother-in-law of the Jingzhou Governor, can we really get out of Jingzhou?"

Shao Yao giggled and shook a token, "The Seven Stars Bureau is investigating. Unrelated people should avoid the area."

This act of bluffing was really... Hua Zhi glanced at her, but couldn't help but laugh at her giggling.

"Bao Xia, Xu Ying, no matter what happens later, you must protect the siblings while ensuring your own safety."

"Yes."

Bao Xia was a little nervous. Although she had been practicing martial arts for half a year, she didn't know if she could block someone. Not to mention helping Miss, she definitely couldn't hold Miss back.