Hou Niao felt somewhat depressed because he might not get to see the scenery after the redirection of the White Ribbon River, which was a regret for him; but he was not worried about the project itself, for whether it was Wang Mian or Fang Yazi, or even other Patrolling brothers, they would carry on the water conservancy project, which was beyond doubt.
Still residing in the small outpost, enjoying the obliging flattery of the three sisters-in-law from the Jiang Family, the women must have heard some unsettling news, knowing that a parting was imminent, so they seemed worried; Hou Niao didn't spell it out for them, as there was no use in discussing such matters. Once doubts set in, troubles would ensue without reason. When the children grew up and came of age, giving them an opportunity would suffice, which was not a difficult thing for him to arrange.
