One walked ahead, another supported her. The palace maids trailing far behind did not dare to approach and disturb them. After covering some distance, Feng Xuxu spoke in a soft voice, "How is the construction of the reservoir going?"
"In places where the river is not too big, we're clearing the silt. For the larger bodies of water, I've issued a notice for the local folks to relocate. The Imperial Court will provide silver for them to build new homes. As for their fertile lands, they've been given ample compensation, and we have found them new plots—land more generous than what they previously owned."
"Good, that's good."
"My dear, I have made a model based on the plans you drew."
Feng Xuxu turned to him with surprise in her eyes, "Really?"
"Of course. Could I deceive you?" He looked at his astonished wife with pride, playfully arching his brows, the message clear without words 'See, how clever am I? Go ahead and praise me.'
