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But Shao Yunduan had indeed beco the Primus!
The news hit Qiao Hongxi especially hard, and his heart ached upon hearing it.
He, an Advanced Scholar, couldn’t help but feel humiliated by the fact that Shao Yunduan had achieved the prestigious position of Primus. It stung even more when he thought about how Shao Yunduan would soon be working at Hanlin Academy, and how their paths would cross in the future.
However, within a re half day, news of Shao Yunduan’s accomplishnt spread throughout the capital. He was being touted as the recomnded man of the Tian Family!
In that mont, Qiao Hongxi couldn’t help but feel a pang of jealousy. The thought of Shao Yunduan’s success and the attention he had garnered from the Tian Family made him envious.
But a mischievous smile crept onto Qiao Hongxi’s face as he considered Qiao Xuan’s situation.
It seed like a fitting retribution.
Shao Yunduan and Qiao Xuan had brought this upon themselves by crossing paths with the influential Tian Family. And now, they were trapped.
However, the Tian Family wasn’t ready to let go of Shao Yunduan. And thus, this is where they found themselves…
Shao Yunduan was soon to be married to the eldest daughter of the Tian Family, and he would beco a close cousin to the Fourth Prince. With the support of both the Tian Family and the Fourth Prince, his future career prospects appeared smooth and promising.
While others struggled and trembled with uncertainty, he had already moved forward.
Qiao Hongxi’s sense of bitterness intensified.
But he had no choice.
This was the reality of her life, and she had to accept it.
How fortunate Shao Yunduan was to have captured the attention of the eldest daughter!
The Qiao Family had their own hidden agenda, and each of them had co for a specific purpose.
Whether they were willing participants or not.
“What brings you here?” Shao Yunduan inquired, noting the lack of furniture and chairs available, leaving Mada Lady Qiao and Qiao Hongxi to settle for small stools borrowed from the kitchen.
Mada Lady Qiao dismissed the servants and attempted to put on a kind deanor, smiling warmly. “Well, it’s definitely sothing good, sothing great! You’re incredibly fortunate!”
Shao Yunduan returned the smile. “Mada Lady Qiao, you jest. I can’t attribute my achievents to re luck. What I have attained today is the result of decades of hard work and dedication, the fruit of my efforts and understanding.”
Qiao Xuan chid in, her smile gentle. “Indeed, you have rightfully earned the title of Primus, and I have witnessed your unwavering diligence. It would be remiss to discount the elent of fortune that has accompanied your journey.”
Mada Yuezheng displayed a hint of displeasure as she forced a smile. “I was rely making a remark, but you take it so seriously. That’s not the kind of fortune I was referring to. I believe the news has already reached your ears?”
‘What news?’ Qiao Xuan inwardly sneered. “Mada Lady Qiao, pray tell, what news are we supposedly aware of?”
“Indeed!” Old Master Qiao frowned. “Xuan, how can you speak to your grandmother in such a manner?”
Before Qiao Xuan could retort, Shao Yunduan interjected, “Old Master Qiao, if I may, kindly address my wife as Mada Shao. Shall I submit the termination letter to the appropriate governntal office?”
Qiao Xuan aid to provoke them further and struck with precision. “Yes, the termination letter has been ticulously drafted, signed, and sealed. Are you suggesting a change of heart? How shaless! You think you can curry favor with my husband once he ascends to the rank of interdiate Primus? Dream on!”
“You!”
“How dare you!”
“Silence!”
The mbers of the Qiao Family grew incensed, their faces flushed with anger.
Qiao Hongxi could no longer contain his frustration and sneered. “So what? One Primus every three years! There are countless others who are destitute!”
Qiao Xuan taunted, “Oh? Are you looking down on the position of Primus? Well, you certainly won’t be able to attain it!”
“You!”
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