Chapter 2015: Truly Worthy
In the end, Old Lady Fan impatiently scolded her daughter, insisting she compose herself. It was uncertain when, but at least a year or two would be required.
They couldn’t dwell on it incessantly. Bai Ruirui’s youth and indulgence likely contributed to Lord Shao’s unfavorable opinion of her.
With ti on her hands, Fan Ruyin should focus on acquiring valuable skills. That should be her priority.
Fan Ruyin couldn’t argue with this logic. After so consideration, she resigned herself to wait for a year and a half, no longer feeling the need to rush.
During the Dragon Boat Festival, Anze City bustled with the excitent of the grand dragon boat race, drawing both Shao Yunduan and Qiao Xuan into the festivities. It was a vibrant affair.
With the successful conclusion of this lively event, the tensions among the prominent families in Anze Province eased considerably, particularly those with ties to the i Family. At last, they could breathe a collective sigh of relief.
Since then, Anze Province flourished. Families, rchants, and landowners alike enthusiastically complied with the Prefect’s directives.
The province’s economy thrived with each passing day, leading to an improvent in the citizens’ quality of life.
Qiao Xuan, as the Prefect’s wife, found herself basking in newfound prestige. Wherever she went, she was t with respectful flattery.
In private, she shared a jest with Shao Yunduan, remarking on the pleasures of being an official’s spouse. It was a sensation she found strangely addictive.
Shao Yunduan chuckled, encouraging her to indulge in whatever brought her joy.
Qiao Xuan was delighted by his support.
However, she remained level-headed. She had no interest in abusing her power; instead, she preferred to oversee industry and relish the tranquil life of raising children in the countryside. Hunting, in her opinion, was the epito of relaxation.
Qiao Xuan found herself deeply satisfied with the man’s deanor.
Following the Dragon Boat Festival, Qiao Xuan took charge of arranging Lixia and Songshi’s marriage.
For Lixia’s dowry, Qiao Xuan spared no expense. It included a lavish assortnt of items: 40 sets of clothing for all seasons, 20 sets of fine silks, and 20 sets of exquisite gold and silver jewelry. Among these treasures was a set of gold jewelry adorned with gems and pearls, two pairs of jade bracelets, a pair of heirloom bottles symbolizing prosperity, and a complete set of mahogany furniture, comprising a canopy bed, wardrobe, dressing table, chest of drawers, and standing screen. And that was rely the tip of the iceberg; nurous smaller items and a substantial sum of 1,000 taels of silver rounded out the impressive dowry.
Throughout the years, Lixia had received nurous gifts of money, silver, and various other treasures, all totaling at least a thousand taels of silver.
As for Songshi, he naturally presented Lixia with a generous betrothal gift. Having grown up alongside Lixia, their fondness for each other had blossod over the years. Perhaps it was due to Lixia’s close relationship with Qiao Xuan, but regardless, Songshi’s affection for her was genuine. In order to preserve Lixia’s dignity, he spared no expense in his offerings.
Apart from a few token items like wine, snacks, and candied plums, Qiao Xuan held nothing back, ensuring that every gift was bestowed upon Lixia with love and care.
Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan possessed a plethora of properties in Anze Province. Even if Shao Yunduan didn’t hold an official position there, soone would still need to manage these estates. Songshi might even visit occasionally.
Thus, they decided to acquire a house in Anze Province.
The property wasn’t extravagant, occupying less than two mu of land. It comprised a dozen or so well-built houses, with a spacious backyard that could easily be transford into a charming garden.
What made this residence truly remarkable was its proximity to the state governnt office, providing unparalleled convenience for Shao Yunduan and Lixia to commute between their ho and work.
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