How can the flood problem, which even later generations have not been able to completely solve, be solved so easily? Hua Zhi looked up at Xiao Liu and said, "I need some time to sort out my thoughts. I'll tell you when I figure it out. It's getting late. Go and rest first."
The Sixth Prince then vaguely realized that he might be making things difficult for Sister Hua, but from Sister Hua's attitude he felt that Sister Hua was not really without any solution. He felt guilty and expectant, staring at Hua Zhi and refusing to leave.
Hua Zhi smiled and tapped his head lightly with her baton. This was considered an overstepping of authority, but no one thought so at this time. Even the Sixth Prince felt that it was extremely helpful.
"If I don't come up with a solution, how can I live up to your expectations of me?"
The Sixth Prince looked at him with burning eyes and nodded embarrassedly, then he went back to the house obediently.
As soon as the others left, Shaoyao hummed, "Huahua, you really spoil him too much."
"Yan Xi also said that I spoiled you too much, how about I change it all?"
"That won't work!" Shaoyao was immediately anxious, "Is Brother Yan really my brother? How can there be such a brother!"
Hua Zhi glanced at her and said, "You are still Sister Xiaoliu."
Shaoyao immediately wilted, "I know, you can get used to it."
Hua Zhi was used to her childish behavior of competing for favor, and turned her attention back to the sand table.
"Huahua, why don't you go to bed first? There's no rush."
"I have some idea. Don't worry about me. Go and have a rest."
No one else would leave. Xu Ying went to light the candles brighter and brought over the midnight snack that Bao Xia made. She was afraid that her young lady would lose more weight, as she had already lost a lot of weight this year.
Hua Zhi did not refuse Bao Xia's kindness. She ate a small amount of food, then took the county annals and read them aside, comparing them with the map from time to time. Everyone walked very lightly, for fear of disturbing her thoughts.
The fourth watch rang. Hua Zhi put down the map she had drawn that only she could understand and rubbed her brows. "I have something to confirm. Bo Fan, can you ask someone who is familiar with the topography of Xiangyang to come here tomorrow? It would be even better if he also knows the topography of the surrounding counties."
Bo Fan's original impression of Hua Zhi was that she was the leader's sweetheart as Yu Tao mentioned. After spending a day and a night together, they knew why the leader fell in love with her. Some people's abilities are more than just words.
"I will ask the Dianshi of Xiangyang to come here tomorrow."
This person is suitable, but "Can you invite me in private? My status is not suitable for inviting people to meet me in a public manner."
"Yes, I understand."
Hua Zhi nodded, stood up and said, "Let's not endure it anymore, go and have a rest. Yu Tao, you have to keep an eye on the hydrological station."
"yes."
Hua Zhi slept very restlessly that night. She either climbed over mountains or soaked in water. When she woke up the next day, she felt more tired than if she had not slept at all.
"Miss, you don't look well. Why don't you sleep a little longer?" Baoxia came forward and pulled the quilt up. The weather had become completely cold after days of rain. Today was much colder than yesterday. She had to put on some thicker clothes.
Listening to the sound of rain on the roof, Hua Zhi sighed inwardly. There was really no surprise. "Open the window so I can listen."
Baoxia obediently propped up the window, "The rain is still coming down. I think it's even heavier than yesterday."
"If it rains like this all night, the river water will rise a lot. Has Yu Tao come back?"
"Yes, I knew you were still awake and was waiting outside."
Hua Zhi lifted the quilt and got out of bed. She felt dizzy for a moment, but she endured it without leaving a trace. When Bao Xia came over with clothes, she stood up as if nothing had happened. She was really pampered. She just felt uncomfortable because she slept a little late. She could have endured days and nights of busy work in the past.
"Huahua." Shaoyao rushed over as soon as the door opened. Seeing Huazhi's expression, she immediately touched her wrist. Huazhi held her hand in her backhand and shook her head at her. "Nothing, just didn't sleep well all night. Just take a nap at noon and you'll be fine."
Afraid of hurting Huahua Shaoyao, he didn't dare to struggle hard, but his brows were still furrowed, looking a little unhappy.
Hua Zhi tightened her hand in comfort and turned to look at Yu Tao, "What's the situation?"
"It has risen by two lines. Now it is six lines above the water level."
"Did the government give any warning?"
"Yes, there was an alarm this morning, but no one has left the river yet."
Hua Zhi was puzzled, "Why?"
Yu Tao looked at Bo Fan, who looked a little helpless. "This happens every year. Since there haven't been major disasters in recent years, they are all hoping for the best, thinking that this year and last year are just minor disasters."
Hua Zhi was helpless. Just looking at the rain without any sign of it, she knew it wouldn't be a minor disaster. "Is there anyone from the government who can come forward?"
Bo Fan shook his head, "Everyone is used to it."
Such a habit is really... Who should we blame when the disaster really comes
Xie Xu came over to report, "Miss, the Xiangyang Dianshi is here."
"Please ask him to come to the main room."
"yes."
Xu Yangjun, the Dianshi of Xiangyang, was about forty years old, thin and fair, a typical scholar. When he entered the room, he was shocked by the huge sand table, and then he looked up at the person sitting above him.
But she is a woman.
He even paused.
Xie Xu coughed lightly. On the surface, he was also a scholar. He had some friendship with Xu Yangjun and knew him well. He knew that he believed in the saying that a woman's virtue lies in her lack of talent. So he stepped forward to remind him, "Brother Xu, this is an old friend of mine. You can just call her Miss."
Xu Yangjun was not a person who had become stupid because of reading too much. After hearing what Xie Xu said, he walked forward a few steps along the stairs and bowed, saying, "I am Xu Yangjun, nice to meet you, young lady."
Hua Zhi knew at a glance what kind of person Xu Yangjun was. Coincidentally, she had a natural liking for this kind of people. There was no way around it. The Hua family was a family of scholars, and she was the leader of the scholars. This sense of closeness was innate.
Naturally, she also understood these people better than ordinary people. She regretted not having made things clear to Bo Fan before and let him take charge of the matter.
It was too late to think about it. Hua Zhi stood up and leaned slightly towards Xu Yangjun, "Please come here, Mr. Xu."
"You're too polite, young lady." Xu Yangjun avoided the invitation. Although he was not born in a high-class family, he had been to the capital to take the imperial examination. He knew that a person with such a magnanimous demeanor must not be from a low-class family. He didn't want to curry favor with him, but he couldn't offend him either.
Xie Xu acted diligently as the middleman. "I asked Brother Xu to come here because I want to ask you something. Don't worry, Brother Xu, I won't embarrass you."
Xu Yangjun and Xie Xu have known each other for several years and have some trust in him. He nodded slightly and said, "As long as I can tell you, I will tell you everything I know."
Hua Zhi walked to the sand table, and Xie Xu also led Xu Yangjun over. Xu Yangjun was familiar with geography, especially the Xiangyang area. It didn't take much effort for him to understand what this pile of sand was. It was truly much more three-dimensional than a map.
PS: It was my first time as a volunteer, and the temperature was 36 degrees. No matter how thick the sunscreen was, it was useless. I got sunburned and finished six bottles of Huoxiang Zhengqi water. It was hard work, but I felt at ease.