Allure of a Country Maiden
Chapter 945 - 943_1

Chapter 945: Chapter 943_1

Xiao’er applied ointment to her face and body before hiding away for the entire day. When she woke up the next morning, all the marks on her skin had disappeared.

During this time, she was so angry that every time Shangguan Xuanyi would come close to her, she couldn’t resist kicking him. It wasn’t until all the kiss marks had disappeared did her anger finally subside.

Shangguan Xuanyi came back this time to discuss with Xiao’er how to minimize the damage caused by the earthquake that would happen in a dozen days.

He had already arranged for the soldiers of Wanli Shitang and Zhan’er Island, who had now evacuated and stationed themselves in safe places, waiting for Shangguan Xuanyi’s orders.

They knew they had an important mission awaiting them but they didn’t know what it was.

"If we wish to save everyone, we could warn them that an earthquake is coming and ask them to move away from the shore. But it’s impossible, they might not even believe us!" Xiao’er analyzed.

"Yeah, but such a large earthquake will have precursors. We can go to the border to check for any abnormalities. If there are signs, we can use it to warn the people. " As for the rest, they could only do their best and leave it to fate!

Shangguan Xuanyi knew how terrifying a natural disaster could be, so he had to keep Xiao’er by his side!

Xiao’er nodded: "We have no other choice."

"Bai Tian mentioned that parts of Nanyue Prefecture will also feel the tremors, albeit less intense due to the distance. I am mostly worried about the towns in the east, the poor people there live in fragile houses, which could collapse. The construction team sent by construction manager Liang hasn’t left yet? I think we should let them reinforce the houses of the poor people. This should be a sensible precautionary measure," Shangguan Xuanyi suggested his solution.

"That’s a good idea. We should fund the repair work in the name of the Imperial Court!" Xiao’er had no desire for a good reputation among the people. She knew better than to attract too much attention or invite jealousy. To her, leading a carefree and joyful life with a healthy family was what mattered the most.

"I will send some soldiers to help."

"Let’s conduct a large-scale poverty relief operation across the county. When the government office sends officials to help the needy rebuild their homes, along with them doing part of the work, it should be possible to reinforce their houses in a dozen days. Not every house needs reinforcing! We could pay them in food grains instead of silver for their work. As it is a slack time in agriculture now, many people will be willing to work!" Xiao’er proposed her idea.

The offer would allow them to help, without claiming credit for it, and allow Jingrui to earn a good political deed in the process. It was a win-win.

"Ok!" When it came to important matters, Shangguan Xuanyi generally accepted Xiao’er’s suggestions, the only exception being in bed.

Without wasting time, they directly went to the Government Office to discuss this with Jingrui. Considering the urgency, they only had a dozen days left to act.

Shangguan Xuanyi held Xiao’er’s hand and boldly walked into the Government Office, attracting many eyes. Even as a couple, being so affectionate during the day was rare, or rather unseen at all!

Jingrui rolled his eyes seeing them walking hand in hand. Did they have to show off their love all the time? Didn’t they realize how scandalous their actions appeared to outsiders?

"Why are you here?" Jingrui asked Xiao’er.

"We have something to discuss with you."

"What is so urgent?" Jingrui was surprised.

Xiao’er explained her intentions.

Jingrui heard the words and brooded, "This is a good thing, but it will require a lot of silver. Even if you have the silver, the amount is too large. I know you want to help me make political achievements, but don’t worry," Jingrui said after a moment of contemplation.

Xiao’er shook her head after hearing his words, "I know it requires a lot of silver, but I have lots of food grains. We can give them food grains instead of silver as wages. Otherwise, the food will be wasted because it can’t be stored for a long time."

Jingrui was skeptical upon hearing this. How could she have leftover grains after donating so much to the military every year, and distributing them every winter and in times of disaster? Even if they were left, they could be sold in the supermarket!

"What really happened?"

Xiao’er knew Jingrui might doubt her, so she had prepared an excuse, "Do you remember the earthquake in Qinghe County?"

Jingrui’s face became serious. He nodded and waited for Xiao’er to continue her story.

"A dozen days before the earthquake in Qinghe County, I dreamed about it. The dream was extremely vivid, so I believed it and was able to save so many lives. This time, I dreamed that an earthquake was going to occur in Wanli Shitang. So, I proposed the poverty relief operation. We don’t have much time, so make your arrangements as soon as possible."

Jingrui might not believe anyone else who spoke of dreams being an insignificant source of information, but he chose to unconditionally trust Xiao’er’s words.

Jingrui’s face was very serious: "I will immediately get people to discuss it and make arrangements. Hopefully, we can start reinforcing the houses of the poor by tomorrow."

The matter of life and death is very important. Even if it’s just a guess, it needs to be prevented. Because even if you do end up doing it for nothing, it’s always better than regretting it later!

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