Zhao Xian seemed to see a large number of lotus flowers growing in this area, the air filled with their fragrance, and beautiful koi swimming among the lotus leaves—what a beautiful picture it was!
He had intended to buy some koi carp from the system and put them in the lake, but the lotus seeds he had just planted had just sprouted. If he put the koi carp in now, the lotus seeds would be eaten quickly, and all his efforts would be wasted.
It seems that koi cannot be released into the lake yet. Only when the lotus leaves grow above the water can koi be released into the lake.
In a few months, a large number of lotus flowers will grow here, which will surely attract many people to come and admire them.
Just as Zhao Xian was carefully planning the layout of the small lake, Li Xue, accompanied by four guards, left the capital and headed towards Narcissus Village.
Just two days ago, she received important news: the eldest prince, Li Hui, would be going to Shuixian Village the next day with the imperial messenger, and would stay there for a few days.
He did not officially begin supervising water conservancy construction projects in various regions until officials from the Ministry of Water Resources took him away.
Shuixian Village is only so big. If the eldest prince stays in Shuixian Village for a few days, he may be able to explore every corner of the village. In this way, he is very likely to meet Li Guang.
Once the news of Li Guang hiding in Shuixian Village is exposed, given the Crown Prince's personality, he will definitely take action against Li Guang again and eliminate him.
Li Xue went to Narcissus Village this time to find a reason to take Li Guang away and stay outside for a while. Only after she was sure that the eldest prince had left would she let Li Guang return.
At this rate, Li Xue will arrive at Narcissus Village three or four days earlier than the First Prince.
The carriage traveled for more than twenty days before finally arriving at Narcissus Village.
Zhao Xian was a little surprised by Li Xue's arrival, as it had only been a little over a month since she last left Shuixian Village.
What is she doing here this time? Could it be that she's here to bring me good news again? After the Yuanxi incident, my contribution was significant, and the imperial court will surely reward me.
As Zhao Xian had predicted, Li Xue had indeed come to deliver good news. This time, the Crown Prince Li Hui would be coming with the imperial messenger and would be staying in Narcissus Village for a while.
The First Prince showed great respect to Zhao Xian when he came to Shui Xian Village, but he didn't know why the First Prince wanted to stay in Shui Xian Village for a while.
Li Xue told him that this was the emperor's idea, intended to give the eldest prince a chance to gain experience.
This time, the Crown Prince will accompany the officials of the Ministry of Water Resources to inspect the progress of various water conservancy projects. His visit to Shuixian Village is solely to get to know Zhao Xian. In the Emperor's eyes, Zhao Xian is a genius of unparalleled talent, and it is hoped that the Crown Prince can receive Zhao Xian's help in the future.
After listening, Zhao Xian nodded, understanding what was going on.
Next, Li Xue did not rest. She had the guards move her luggage to the inn, while she went to the farm to see Xiao Hei.
At the farm, Li Xue did not see Li Guang; only Chen Xiaoxiao was cooking in the kitchen.
Upon seeing Li Xue arrive, Chen Xiaoxiao hurriedly came out to greet her.
"Greetings, Princess." Chen Xiaoxiao performed a curtsy.
"No need for formalities. Where has Li Guang gone?"
“Li Guang was wrestling with Xiao Hei at the door just now. If he’s not at the door now, he should have gone to the woods at the foot of the mountain ahead to play a chasing game with the little fox Yu Hong,” Chen Xiaoxiao said.
"Li Guang wrestled with Xiao Hei and played a chasing game with Yu Hong." Li Xue found it unbelievable.
"Yes, Xiao Hei started wrestling with Li Guang when he was very young. Now Xiao Hei has grown into a mountain bear, and they still maintain their daily wrestling habit. Due to long-term training, Li Guang is now very strong."
"Really?" Li Xue was excited. If Li Guang's strength was comparable to Xiao Hei's, then he could protect her well.
Li Xue was eager to see Li Guang. She didn't know what the chasing game Chen Xiaoxiao mentioned was, and she wanted to go and see for herself.
The grove of trees that Chen Xiaoxiao mentioned is some distance from the farm, roughly at the foot of the mountain.
After walking for a while, Li Xue finally arrived at the front of the grove. Just as she was about to go in, Xiao Hei darted out.
A bear suddenly rushed out of the woods, which really startled Li Xue. She was relieved when she saw that it was Xiao Hei.
Xiao Hei rushed out of the woods aggressively, but upon seeing Li Xue, it immediately softened considerably.
"Xiao Hei, what are you doing here?" Li Xue asked.
Little Black seemed to understand Li Xue's words. It pointed with one paw into the depths of the forest and then made a shushing gesture.
Li Xue instantly understood that Li Guang was playing a chasing game with the little fox Yu Hong, and Xiao Hei should be guarding them from the side.
If it had been someone else who came in, Xiao Hei might have slapped them.
Li Xue quietly followed Xiao Hei into the depths of the woods, and was greatly surprised by what she saw inside.
At this moment, Yu Hong was like a ball of flame, weaving through the bushes. Li Guang was agile and chased after her quickly. Although the little fox was as fast as lightning, she could never shake off Li Guang.
Li Xue hadn't expected Li Guang's reaction speed to be so fast. She had practiced martial arts since childhood and was quite skilled, but her speed was still not up to Li Guang's level.
If it appeared on the battlefield at that speed, it could easily take the head of a general amidst thousands of troops.
What happened next left Li Xue speechless with astonishment.
Suddenly, Yu Hong darted up a tree and leaped between the trunks, while Li Guang, like a monkey, also darted up a tree and leaped between the trunks in a chase.
Not long after, Yu Hong jumped down from the tree and stood on the ground. At that moment, Li Guang also jumped down from the tree.
The little fox whimpered twice and then jumped toward Li Guang.
Li Guang reached out and caught it, holding it in his arms.
Logically speaking, Li Guang should have been exhausted from the intense exercise he had just done, but his breathing was steady, as if he hadn't engaged in any strenuous activity.
At this moment, Li Guangcai saw Li Xue and was taken aback when he saw her staring at him in astonishment.
"Sister, what brings you here?" Li Guang greeted her excitedly.
"I was a little worried, but seeing how skilled you were just now, I'm relieved. Your safety is guaranteed. Even if a lot of people want to attack you, they can't do anything to you."
"Sis, you overestimate me. What you just saw was all show and no substance; it lacks real-world experience."
"Don't be modest. Besides you and Chen Daniu, I don't think there's a third person in the Great Northern Dynasty who would dare to wrestle with a mountain bear."
"I was just wrestling with a bear cub, it's nothing."
“You call Xiao Hei a little bear cub, but when it stands up it’s taller than a person and its strength is no less than that of a water buffalo. In any case, I’m very happy that you have such strength.”
Li Guang smiled; he was happy as long as Li Xue was happy.
"Sister, let's go back to the farm. Sister Xiaoxiao should have prepared the meal."
The siblings left the grove and headed towards the farm.
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