Editor: Henyee Translations
Qiao Xuan instructed soone to bring Fan Ruyin and Bai Ruirui to her.
Initially, when the mother and daughter conspired against Shao Yunduan, they had entertained thoughts of winning Qiao Xuan’s favor by aligning with her efforts to save the country. They hoped this would persuade Qiao Xuan to accept Bai Ruirui into the Shao Family.
However, their plan failed, and they eventually abandoned it. Yet Qiao Xuan continued to hold them accountable, making them eager to avoid her and certainly not trying to win her over.
Deep down, despite their reluctance, they begrudgingly acknowledged that Qiao Xuan’s influence was insurmountable as long as she was present.
Unless Bai Ruirui successfully married into the Shao Family one day, they wouldn’t be rid of Qiao Xuan’s presence...
Upon hearing Qiao Xuan’s summons, both mother and daughter were taken aback. Fan Ruyin tried to decline under the pretext of an excuse.
But circumstances were different this ti. The ssengers sent to fetch them left no room for refusal. They even resorted to threats to ensure compliance.
Upon seeing Qiao Xuan, the mother and daughter grew even more apprehensive. They trembled as they greeted her.
Qiao Xuan was at a loss for words...
It was a stark reminder of why people coveted power and sought its protection. Shao Yunduan wielded considerable influence in Huaixi Province. Despite the waning power of the Fan Family, they dared not disrespect Qiao Xuan.
They were right to be fearful; it might make them more forthcoming.
Qiao Xuan instructed them to sit down and then left, leaving only Liqiu to attend to them.
"Since we’re alone here, I’ll get straight to the point. Please speak freely. Mrs. Bai, the Fan Family holds considerable stature, and Miss Bai is in her pri with both beauty and a distinguished lineage. I’m certain she has no shortage of suitors. I’m curious why you’re so insistent on marrying her into the Shao Family."
Bai Ruirui blushed deeply and bowed her head in embarrassnt.
Fan Ruyin, equally embarrassed and irritated, interjected, "Madam Shao, how can you..."
Internally, Qiao Xuan sneered. "I’m being patient now, Mrs. Bai. It would be wise to speak frankly and pleasantly. If my patience wears thin, my tone won’t be as gentle. What do you take the Shao Family for?"
"There must be a motive behind this, isn’t that right? Mrs. Bai, are you truly unwilling to explain? I’m growing suspicious. If you persist in silence, consequences may follow. Rest assured, the Fan family will be closely monitored from now on. I’m informing you directly."
Fan Ruyin’s expression shifted dramatically. Through gritted teeth, she protested, "Madam Shao, isn’t that excessive?"
Qiao Xuan possessed sufficient resources to keep a vigilant eye on the Fan Family. No one, especially won, desired to live under constant surveillance.
Qiao Xuan sneered. "And isn’t it excessive for you to sche against the Shao Family? Cut the nonsense and tell the truth! Don’t lie to ; you can’t fool ."
Fan Ruyin’s voice trembled as she responded, "What else could it be? Lord Shao has a bright future ahead of him. We, the Fan Family, just want soone to rely on. Madam Shao, we don’t dare to have any designs on Lord Shao, but Ruirui deserves to be Third Master Shao’s concubine. Ruirui is from a wealthy family, and she is a hundred tis better than that village girl. Once she joins the Shao Family, the Shao Family will be proud!"
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