Moreover, sometimes re-surveying ends up being decisive in bringing an end to years of rivalry by clarifying boundaries. Such disputes often arise from the division of an estate among heirs. Though civil servants are no doubt tempted to quote the old adage, "even the best official can't resolve a family affair," they are gratified whenever they can resolve a dispute.
有時候重側還可以充當和事佬，為冤家把彼此的土地「劃清界限」，解決陳年的糾紛。