After returning to the house, Baoxia immediately closed the door. His heart was pounding. Those people's eyes were so presumptuous!
Hua Zhi opened the window and looked outside. The weather here was too humid and her body felt a little uncomfortable, but it was not unbearable.
The kettle was filled before leaving. Bao Xia poured a cup and handed it to the young lady, "Miss, please drink some more."
Hua Zhi took it nonchalantly, and when she put it to her mouth, she stopped and looked down, "Water in the house?"
"Yes." Bao Xia was a little nervous, "Miss, is there something wrong?"
Hua Zhi shook her head slightly. She was just used to being cautious. She didn't dare to touch anything outside easily in this unfamiliar place. "Leave it there until Cao Cao comes back."
"yes."
Hua Zhi sat down at the table and sighed as she watched Bao Xia no longer chirping in the familiar environment. People are probably like this, they can only grow when they have nothing to rely on. She wanted to protect the people around her and let them live according to their heart, but when the environment is like this, everyone can only adapt, there is no other way.
There was a knock on the door. Bao Xia glanced at the young lady, and Hua Zhi nodded to her.
Walking to the door, Bao Xia asked loudly, "Who is it?"
"The younger one is the inn clerk."
"What is it?"
"To answer the young lady, someone has sent me a small letter to bring you a business card."
Baoxia looked at her young lady with anxiety in her eyes. She understood the principle that a strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake. Moreover, they were far from being strong dragons. Anyone who wanted to touch their young lady in the capital would have all kinds of concerns, but in this southern place, it was impossible to say anything.
Hua Zhi refused without a second thought, "Please tell my second brother that I am just passing by and will not disturb you."
The footsteps gradually faded away. Bao Xia made sure the door was tightly closed before walking back and whispered, "Miss, I'm a little scared."
If possible, she really hoped that the young lady would never leave the capital for the rest of her life. After this trip, she realized that even if the Hua family fell, the capital was still safe for them. They had old friends there and the Hua family's long-standing foundation. Even if there was oppression, she would have peace of mind. Unlike now, even when she was locked in this room, she still felt that she was surrounded by danger.
Hua Zhi patted her hands and said nothing.
She may not feel at ease, but this is the path she has to take. She has to go through the mountains of swords and the sea of fire ahead. There is no better way to go.
When the door knocked again, the master and servant looked at each other. Bao Xia put away all her fear, walked to the door and asked, "Who is it?"
"My name is Qin Gang from Zhenyang. I wonder if I would be honored to have a chat with you, young lady."
Baoxia was about to decline, but Huazhi spoke up, "Why did you invite me? And in what capacity? Or is it that there is a custom in Zhenyang to invite girls passing by to chat?"
The man's voice paused before continuing, "Miss, you misunderstood. I just admire your elegance and grace, and I have no intention of offending you."
"Oh?" Hua Zhi glanced at Bao Xia, Bao Xia bit her lip and opened the door. The table was facing the door, and their eyes met as soon as the door opened.
Hua Zhi did not dodge or evade, and even raised the corners of her mouth, but her eyes were cold, without any warmth. "I have only heard that the most beautiful prostitutes in brothels would be invited by the young masters of wealthy families. Could it be that this young master thinks that I am also engaged in the flesh trade?"
Bao Xia was stunned for a moment, then she glared at the people outside. She had never thought about this before. It turned out that they looked down on their young lady like this! It was really abominable!
Qin Gang never thought that this woman could be so sharp-tongued. It was really beyond his expectation. However, he also felt that such behavior was very suitable for this girl. If she was such a submissive person, how could she have such a demeanor!
He was tactful enough not to step in, but bowed outside the door and said, "Miss, you really misunderstood. Your elegance and grace are not comparable to those people..."
"Does it have a custom in Zhenyang for young masters to invite young ladies to chat?"
"Of course not..."
Hua Zhi curled her lips and said, "Please come in, Mr. Qin."
Bao Xia immediately closed the door and blocked her view from outside. She put her ear to the door and listened for a moment to make sure everyone had left before she breathed a sigh of relief, "Miss, once this starts..."
"It can hold off for a while." She made her attitude clear. Even if those people wanted to come over again, they would have to find a presentable reason. She only needed to hold off until Shaoyao or Yu Tao came back.
She could still protect herself, but she couldn't protect Baoxia, so she could only try to delay the situation.
Bao Xia pursed her lips and asked, "Are we still living here?"
"It's no use moving anywhere." Zhenyang is so small that she can't get rid of those people who are interested in her wherever she goes. Her retreat will only lead to more excessive pursuit. It would be a good thing if Qin Gang really dared to cross that threshold just now. Killing the chicken to scare the monkey can also make some timid people retreat.
What a pity.
There was another knock on the door, and Bao Xia asked skillfully, "Who is it?"
"It's my subordinate."
Yu Tao is back! Hua Zhixin fell back, Bao Xia opened the door vigorously, stretched out his hand with a happy face and pulled him in, "You are back, I thought it was one of those people who refused to give up."
Yu Tao was just thinking about this when he heard the older girl ask, "Where did that person come from?"
"I followed him all the way and saw him enter Zheng's shipping company."
Hua Zhi understood immediately. On the first day of arriving in Zhenyang, Xu Ying got to know the situation of Donglai Shipping Company and realized that Zheng Shipping Company was their competitor and had a strong background.
This person cannot be offended, but he also cannot be seen. An idea gradually formed in her mind. Hua Zhi glanced at the sky outside and thought that Shaoyao should be back soon.
Just as I was thinking about it, Shaoyao's voice arrived before she even showed up. She pushed open the door and shouted "Hua Hua Hua Hua". From her voice I could tell that she was very happy.
Hua Zhi softened her expression and invited him to sit next to her. "Did you enjoy it?"
"It was a great pleasure. I met a very nice old doctor. He answered all my questions and taught me a lot." Shaoyao took off her hat, picked up the tea on the table and put it into her mouth. She spat it out right after it entered her mouth, brought it to her nose and smelled it, her eyes full of emotions. This smell always made her think of something bad.
Bao Xia asked nervously, "Miss Shaoyao, is there a problem?"
"Something's new." Shaoyao looked at Huahua and immediately took her pulse. Although she knew that Huahua was still sitting well, she knew that she should be fine, but she still felt uneasy if she didn't check on her.
"I didn't drink it." Hua Zhi glanced at Bao Xia who was about to cry soothingly and asked, "What's in it?"
"The dosage of the knockout drug is not large. It can only make you unconscious for about an hour." But for people with bad intentions, this time is enough for them to do many things. Shaoyao stood up and was about to walk out. No matter who did it, the owner of this inn could not be separated from the responsibility.
"Come on, this is not the most urgent matter." Hua Zhi held her hand, "I need to avoid the Zheng family."
"Why avoid it?"