There were lotus roots in the lotus pond, which could be used to make lotus root starch or cold lotus root slices. In short, it was a good thing.
The lotus root starch could be eaten on the way, but it would take some effort.
"I'll throw it up. One of you stays behind to pick it up in the basket. The rest of you can look for wild vegetables nearby."
Su Qing did not let the girls into the lotus pond. Not many of them knew how to swim, and the depth of the lotus pond was unknown. If anyone fell into the water, she would have to save them and waste time. She had divided the work for them and made them stand on the shore stupidly.
Su Qing asked Li Shuang'er for straw sandals and went into the river to dig for lotus roots. She left her riding boots on the shore. It was the only good pair of shoes; she could not wear them in the water.
