Blossom In Adversity - Vol. 2

C267. Spoiling.

Chapter 267: Spoiling

How could a problem as complex as flooding, one that even future generations haven't fully solved, be so easily resolved?

Hua Zhi looked up at the Sixth Prince. "I need some time to gather my thoughts. I'll talk to you when I've figured something out. It's late, you should go and rest."

The Sixth Prince only then vaguely realized that he might have been overstepping. Yet, from Hua Zhi's attitude, he felt that she wasn't completely without solutions. Feeling both guilty and expectant, he looked at Hua Zhi longingly, not wanting to leave.

Hua Zhi smiled and lightly tapped his head with her pointer. This was considered overstepping, but no one felt that way at the moment. Even the Sixth Prince felt incredibly pampered.

"If I don't come up with a good solution, how can I live up to your expectations of me?"

The Sixth Prince's eyes were bright. He nodded embarrassedly and finally returned to his room obediently.

As soon as the boy left, Shao Yao began to hum, "Hua Hua, you really spoil him too much."

"Yan Xi also says I spoil you too much. Should I change?"

"No way!" Shao Yao immediately became anxious. "Is Yan-ge really my brother? How can a brother be like that?!"

Hua Zhi glanced at her, "You are still the Sixth Prince's older sister."

Shao Yao immediately wilted, "I know, you spoil him."

Hua Zhi was also accustomed to her childish behavior of vying for favor. She turned her gaze back to the sand table.

"Hua Hua, why don't you go to sleep first? There's no rush."

"I have a few ideas, you don't need to worry about me, go and rest."

How could the others leave?

Xu Ying went to adjust the candlelight to make it brighter, and Bao Xia brought over a midnight snack. She was afraid that her young miss would lose more weight. The young miss had already lost a lot of weight this year.

Hua Zhi didn't refuse Bao Xia's kindness and ate a small amount. Then she took the county annals and looked at it, occasionally comparing it to the map. Everyone walked lightly, afraid to disturb her thoughts.

The fourth watch had just struck when Hua Zhi put down a map only she could understand. Rubbing her temples, she said, "I need to confirm something. Bo Fan, can you invite someone tomorrow who is familiar with the terrain of Xiangyang? It would be even better if they also know the surrounding counties."

Bo Fan's initial impression of Hua Zhi was as the leader's beloved, as Yu Tao had described. After spending a day and a night with her, they understood why the leader would be attracted to her. Some people's abilities were more than just talk.

"I will invite the Xiangyang magistrate tomorrow," Bo Fan replied.

This was a suitable choice, but Hua Zhi added, "Can you invite him privately? My identity doesn't warrant a public invitation."

"Yes, I understand," Bofan assured her.

Hua Zhi nodded and stood up. "Let's not stay up anymore. Go and rest. Yu Tao, you need to keep an eye on the hydrological station."

"Yes," Yu Tao replied.

That night, Hua Zhi slept very restlessly, either climbing mountains or wading through water. When she woke up the next day, she felt even more tired than if she hadn't slept at all.

"Miss, you look pale. Why don't you sleep a little more?" Bao Xia came over and pulled the quilt up. The continuous rain had made the weather colder, and today was even colder than yesterday. She needed to put on a thicker coat.