The Humble Family's Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket! novel Chapter 1067

Chapter 1067: Chapter 890, Benevolence

After dinner at the Gujian Courtyard, Daohua sent Li Xingnian and Li Chenzhi to the guest quarters to rest, then returned to her room. She saw Xiao Yeyang sitting at his desk, shirtless, fanning himself with one hand and holding a letter with the other. She instructed Guyu to fetch a watermelon that had been chilled in well water to cut.

When the watermelon was ready, Daohua took a piece and walked over. She held the slice of watermelon to Xiao Yeyang’s lips with her right hand, "As we enter June, it’s getting hotter here in Ganzhou GuardGan State Guard. Have a slice of watermelon to quench your thirst."

Xiao Yeyang bit into it, "Mmm... this watermelon is really sweet." He moved his gaze from the letter, taking another big bite.

Daohua, who was also eating, nodded in agreement, "The water is scarce here in Ganzhou GuardGan State Guard, and due to the lack of water, the dry-land watermelons accumulate a high level of sugar over time, which makes them particularly sweet and delicious. However, because there’s not enough water, the yield is low and the fruits are relatively small."

Xiao Yeyang said, "It’s good that we can grow them. Xiliang has vast lands with sparse population. Having more varieties of fruits, vegetables, and grains will improve the lives of the people here."

Daohua hummed in agreement, "Speaking of which, this time my second uncle and third cousin have come not only to see us but also to inspect Xiliang. They are thinking of developing businesses here. What do you think?"

Xiao Yeyang replied, "That’s a good thing. Xiliang’s development cannot be separated from the commerce of traders. Though Xiliang is not entirely peaceful right now, it’s commendable that your second uncle and others dare to come here to develop."

Daohua nodded, "The Li Family’s fortune today was built by my eldest uncle and second uncle starting with nothing. They certainly have the courage."

Xiao Yeyang fell silent for a moment, "The movement of merchant caravans can promote the development of Ganzhou GuardGan State Guard. Since the Li Family is taking risks to come here, the GuardGan State Guard office should provide some support."

He paused and then continued,

"I’m planning to hire Dong Bo-Father as an adviser to help me implement some details in civil affairs."

Daohua showed full approval, "After all, Dong Bo-Father has experience as a Provincial Governor. With his help, you’ll be able to relax a great deal. Civil affairs are extremely complex. Even if you had three heads, you couldn’t manage it all. However, do we need to mention this to the Emperor Uncle?"

Xiao Yeyang understood Daohua’s concern and shook his head, "The second household of Dong Family was implicated by the first. But the Emperor Uncle still appreciates Dong Bo-Father’s achievements during his tenure. Now I am just hiring him as an adviser without offering him an official position. It won’t be a problem."

Upon hearing this, Daohua did not say more. She had the maids bring hot water for her and Xiao Yeyang to wash up before they went to rest.

The next day, after breakfast, just as Xiao Yeyang was preparing to go to the GuardGan State Guard office, Defu suddenly came in and whispered a few words to him. Then Xiao Yeyang turned to Li Xingnian and Li Chenzhi and said, "Second Uncle, today I will accompany you and third cousin for a tour around."

Li Xingnian asked with a smile, "Won’t it delay your official duties?"

Xiao Yeyang shook his head, "No matter, I’d like to check the terraced fields that Yiyi purchased and converted from five barren hills."

Seeing this, Li Xingnian did not say more, smiling as he followed Xiao Yeyang out of the residence.

After the three men left, Daohua met with Qin Xiaoliu.

Qin Xiaoliu reported to Daohua about the incidents that occurred during the tea transportation.

Hearing that they encountered bandits on the way, Daohua frowned, "Safety comes first, as I always say. Even if it costs more silver to hire additional Escort Bureau guards, try to avoid any casualties."

Qin Xiaoliu nodded, "I’ve taken note of that."