The imperial court had sent the relief in a timely manner. Although the people in the disaster area had to go through some hard times, they were able to maintain their daily lifestyles. There didn’t seem to be people leaving their homes to flee the calamity. The common people were very grateful to the imperial court, and many people set up longevity plaques for the emperor.  

Yu Xiaocao’s maternal grandfather’s family lived on the west side of the West Mountain, which was separated from Dongshan Village by the West Mountain. There was a rugged path in the mountain that led directly to Xishan Village. Although the path was about half as long as the official road, it was difficult to travel on the mountain road, and occasionally there would be wild animals hurting people. 

The Yu Family had enough food to eat until the beginning of spring when the crops were ready to be reaped, so they weren’t worried about not having enough to eat. Madam Liu finally felt relieved, but now she was concerned about whether the fifteen members of her maternal family had enough to eat and if they would starve. 

After Madam Liu mentioned for the nth time about her concern for her maternal family, Yu Hai decided, “Since you’re so worried, let’s send some grain over then! As children and grandchildren, it’s not right for us to eat lavishly while...