The box held over a dozen roses, fresh and delicate, exuding a rich fragrance.
The secretary, just reaching the door, caught the scent and turned back, puzzled. Seeing the box Jiang Qingli was holding, she asked in surprise, "Are those Amber Roses?"
Jiang Qingli had never heard the name before, so she repeated, "Amber Roses?"
"Yes, Advisor Jiang. As you know, the Third District has a warm climate and is home to the Empire's largest plant cultivation base." The secretary stepped closer for a better look. "My cousin works at the flower base there. Last week, they developed a new rose variety that, when paired with a special nutrient solution, can keep the cut flowers in bloom for three to six months."
"The only drawback is that their yield is low. They have very high requirements for light and temperature, and they wilt within a few hours of leaving the cultivation base. That's why they haven't been released to the public—"
