The Humble Family’s Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket!
Chapter 1237 - 1053, Packing Luggage

Chapter 1237: Chapter 1053, Packing Luggage

Several provinces simultaneously encountered a drought, and even though the Imperial Court actively provided disaster relief, distributing food and drought-resistant seed grains, it was still not enough to completely solve the problem.

After August, many cities saw a large number of refugees gathering outside their walls.

Initially, officials from the disaster-stricken provinces were unwilling to allow the refugees to migrate to Xiliang, as the population under their jurisdiction was tied to their annual performance.

But when September arrived and the weather began to turn cold, some officials started to feel restless.

There was no choice; in the north, October was already very cold, and some places even started to see snow. With a lack of clothing and food, the situation of refugees starving or freezing to death was going to rise sharply.

Most importantly, the officials were worried that the refugees might start a riot, and with many deaths, there could also be an outbreak of plague.

Thus, provinces overwhelmed by disaster relief efforts gradually began to submit memorials to Beijing and concurrently moved the refugees.

...

At Prince Residence.

In front of the main gate, Daozi energetically hopped off the carriage and then ran excitedly back to the main courtyard. Before even entering the room, his jubilant voice could be heard: "Mom, Dad got me a leave of absence from the Academy today, and he says he’ll take me out for a walk tomorrow."

Daohua was accompanying the twins with their drawings when she heard the voice. Looking up toward the door, it wasn’t long before she saw Daozi running in high spirits.

When Daozi reached her, Daohua took out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat from his forehead and asked with a smile, "Where is your dad planning to take you?"

Daozi’s face was still filled with excitement as he exclaimed loudly, "Dad said we’re going to Xiliang! He said it’s to receive the transferring refugees, and this time, he’s taking me with him to gain some experience. Mom, quickly pack my traveling things."

Watching her son so eager to go out and see the world, Daohua felt a mix of emotions. Her son had grown up and was no longer the little dumpling who liked to cling to her every day.

Her complex feelings quickly faded, and Daohua looked at her son with a smile: "What would you like to take with you on the trip?"

Daozi began counting on his fingers, listing items: "Clothes, shoes, toys, storybooks... I’ll bring everything I’m used to using daily."

Hearing this, Daohua did not immediately respond. She instructed the maids and the old woman to watch the twins and accompanied Daozi to his chambers.

"You’re going out on your own, so you need to prepare your own things, and mom will watch you do it."

Seeing that his mother was letting him take charge, Daozi immediately went to pack his things in high spirits.

He packed his favorite stuffed toys, the scented pillows his mother had given him, the treasure box...

Daozi happily placed the items he wanted to take with him on the bed. In a short while, the bed was filled, and then he started placing items on the adjacent table.

After busying himself, the bed, table, and even the entire sleeping area were piled with things Daozi wanted to take with him.

"I’m exhausted!"

Looking at Daozi’s expression as if he had worn himself out, Daohua chuckled and shook her head, handing him some milk tea brought over by a maid.

Once Daozi caught his breath, Daohua then asked, "Are you sure you want to take all these things with you?"

Daozi nodded eagerly: "Of course, when I was coming back, Bodyguard Jiang told me that traveling is tough; you don’t eat well, and you don’t sleep well."

At that moment, Daozi quickly looked over to Guyu: "Aunt Guyu, quickly have the kitchen make more of my favorite pastries. I need to take them with me tomorrow."

Daohua laughed: "Do you know what ’light travel’ means?"

Daozi paused, then shook his head.

Daohua explained: "The term ’light travel’ means that when you go on a trip, you should pack as lightly as possible. Do you understand why that is?"

Daozi stared wide-eyed: "Why?"

Daohua: "Because when you’re away from home, you encounter many things and unforeseen accidents might happen. If you bring too many things, not only will it not make you comfortable, it might even become a burden."

Confusion spread across Daozi’s face.

Daohua pointed at the exquisite ornaments Daozi was preparing to bring: "These items were gifts from your grandfather and are hard to come by outside. Just taking one of them out could draw covetous looks."

"When you’re out and about, don’t flaunt your wealth. You can’t let everyone realize at first glance that you’re an easy mark."

"Wolves spot the fat sheep, and you know what happens next."

Daozi fell silent for a moment, slightly unconvinced: "Dad will protect me."

Daohua: "And what if your dad is occupied elsewhere and not by your side? It’s not about fearing the theft, it’s about fearing the thief’s attention. When you’re out, your dad can’t be omnipotent either."

Daohua said all this just to teach Daozi to be cautious. Acting fearless and recklessly outside was very dangerous.

After a moment of thought, Daozi went over and started packing away the more delicate items: "Then I just won’t bring them."

Daohua smiled and nodded in encouragement, watching Daozi Pare down his belongings and continued to speak: "We all have a purpose when we leave home."

"Like when your grandmother and Grandfather Chu left, they were returning to their home in Beijing. They were unlikely to come back again, so they could take everything from their courtyard."

"But what’s your purpose for leaving this time?"

Daozi: "To gain experience by following dad."

Without needing further advice from Daohua, Daozi began downsizing his belongings once again.

Daohua nodded as she spoke continuously: "Your dad is on an official assignment, so the journey won’t be slow. You won’t need dolls and outfits and such."

"Packing for a trip isn’t about bringing whatever you want. It depends on your purpose, the duration of your trip, and your destination."

"Now think carefully, what do you need to bring?"

Daozi looked at Daohua and sighed heavily, then, as if resigned to his fate, busied himself and ended up leaving behind only a small pile of items.

"Is this okay now?"

Daohua looked at the remaining items, which were necessary clothing, socks, and shoes, and smiled with a nod. She didn’t stint in her praise: "Daozi is really smart."

Daozi glanced reluctantly at the things he’d eliminated, sighed inwardly, and thought he’d play with them when he returned with his father.

After Daozi had packed up his things, Daohua returned to the main house to help Xiao Yeyang pack for the trip.

Late at night, Xiao Yeyang returned home somewhat late, and the twins were nearly asleep.

Thinking that he would not see the twins for a while because of the refugee relocation mission, Xiao Yeyang felt reluctant and spent a long time playing with the twins.

"Why the sudden rush?"

Only after the twins had gone to sleep did Daohua voice her question.

Xiao Yeyang: "Isn’t it because the officials from the disaster-stricken province are reluctant to let people go? It’s been delayed until now. Soon it’ll be October, and October in Xiliang is very cold. We need to move the refugees early to settle them in properly."

Daohua asked again: "How many refugees did the Imperial Uncle agree to relocate here?"

Xiao Yeyang calculated silently: "From several provinces combined, it should be around a hundred thousand. It sounds like a lot, but once the numbers are divided among the Prince Residences, it’s just over ten thousand people for each. By the time it’s further divided among the counties and villages, there aren’t that many people in each place."