LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 1437 - 1437: Be Wary
Chapter 1437: Be Wary
Editor: Henyee Translations
Shao Yunduan couldn’t help but smile. “In any case, be cautious, my dear wife.”
“Indeed, you should too. Such an individual might resort to vile methods and retaliate!”
Qiao Xuan felt a wave of revulsion thinking about how Qiao Wei had attempted to intrude into Shao Yunduan’s bed.
In fact, Shao Yunduan was even more repulsed, particularly when he encountered Qiao Wei today. She had nonchalantly addressed him as “brother-in-law” as if nothing had occurred, which had left him thoroughly disgusted…
Of course, he didn’t respond and simply warned her, “You’ve got the wrong person! If you try that again, I’ll discipline you severely!”
Observing her flushed face, he felt somewhat satisfied.
The night passed quietly.
From the following day onward, their journey became more intense. Typically, they covered about 150 miles a day.
With a lighter carriage, it would be feasible to travel 300 miles daily. However, given their large group and the need to accommodate Princess Shuangfu’s pace, covering 150 miles was already commendable. This owed much to Princess Shuangfu’s cooperation.
For someone more delicate, managing 100 miles a day would be a significant achievement.
As the days passed and they distanced themselves from the capital, the sky seemed even higher and bluer, and the sunlight grew brighter. The vast, open expanse before them filled the eyes with a sense of boundless freedom. While much of the scenery along the way remained dry and yellowed, it still radiated a particularly soothing ambiance.
Over the past few days, Qiao Wei had not approached Qiao Xuan. Lixia and Liqiu stuck close to Qiao Xuan, ensuring she was never alone with Qiao Wei.
However, Qiao Xuan frequently spotted Qiao Wei while greeting Princess Shuangfu at noon and during her afternoon rest.
Qiao Wei was well aware of the situation. Whenever she saw Qiao Xuan, she would offer a polite smile and take her leave, displaying no inclination to linger and eavesdrop on her conversations with Princess Shuangfu.
Princess Shuangfu felt a twinge of guilt over this situation. Initially unaware of the Qiao Family’s presence, her curiosity had prompted her to have Auntie Si investigate further.
Unexpectedly, Qiao Wei was also part of the escort team. She paid her respects daily, making it inconvenient to avoid her entirely.
Qiao Xuan remained unperturbed by the situation. As long as Qiao Wei didn’t interfere with her, she cared little about her actions. Even if Qiao Wei did something untoward, she had no reason to fear.
Her unique abilities weren’t for show.
Monitoring Qiao Wei was not a challenging task.
When Qiao Xuan arrived to pay her respects that evening, Princess Shuangfu spoke with a smile, “Madame Shao, would you like to accompany me tomorrow morning? We can chat! My carriage is quite spacious, with plenty of room for both of us.”
Qiao Xuan had longed for a ride in Princess Shuangfu’s carriage, knowing it was crafted by the royal family and likely far more comfortable than her own.
She readily accepted with a smile.
However, on the following day, as Qiao Xuan prepared to board the carriage with Princess Shuangfu, Qiao Wei appeared as well. With a curtsy, she addressed the Princess, “Princess, would you mind if I serve you too?”
Princess Shuangfu was taken aback.
Qiao Xuan also raised an eyebrow, stunned by the woman’s audacity.
Princess Shuangfu smiled and replied, “I have an attendant to serve me, so Madame Shao and I can converse. Miss Qiao, please excuse us!”
Qiao Wei maintained her smile and said, “I could keep the princess company and help alleviate her boredom. After all, Lord Shao occasionally needs to speak with my sister. Why not allow me to accompany the princess?”
She began moving past Qiao Xuan, making her way toward the carriage.