So, a new worry was presented to Shi Du. Her son was truly healthy, thank goodness, but he seemed to have a bottomless appetite. When he was given the chance to drink first, he drank everything dry, leaving nothing for his poor sister. At first, she thought that it was only due to the fact he hadn't eaten in a few days. That, once he was satisfied, he'd slow down. Her hope was in vain. She felt so guilty when her little Li'er would whimper in hunger but she had nothing to give. She even had to bring in a wet nurse for fear that her baby girl would starve.
