Qiao Xuan smiled as she vented to Shao Yunduan.
She had faced Consort Su fearlessly, secure in Shao Yunduan's support. Reflecting on the others serving under the Third Prince enduring the Su Family's foolishness was truly disheartening.
She couldn't speak for others, but she noticed Consort Fu's silence in Consort Su's presence—submissive and withdrawn.
As the daughter of a Prefect, she shouldn't have been bullied by the daughter of a bandit. It was a sorrowful situation…
They continued their discussion until Anan finally woke up, searching eagerly for his parents outside the door. Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan exchanged smiles and rose to join him.
Back in Huaixi province, Shao Yunduan resumed his duties.
The following day, he promptly penned a letter and dispatched it to Zheng Sangge, instructing him to intensify patrols and defense, particularly for Jiangnan's business travelers. Vigorous investigation was crucial; any suspicion must be closely monitored without leniency…
