Chapter 2322: Got It

Relying on his charm and silver tongue, Miao Cong was usually adept at coaxing Qiao Wei, making her happy and achieving his aims. But this time, his usual tactics were failing him.

He could sense something was amiss from Qiao Wei’s demeanor and quickly shifted his approach, trying to win her favor once more. Eventually, he succeeded in making her smile again.

With Qiao Wei’s mood improved, he discreetly sought out information about the current situation.

It was in Qiao Wei’s nature to keep her grievances and family issues closely guarded, and the distance between them in Fujian Province had helped them avoid much discussion about their strained relations with Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan.

However, with Shao Yunduan’s recent arrival and Officer Qiao’s emotional response, coupled with Madame Qiao’s jealousy and troublemaking, the situation had taken a turn. Qiao Xuan, a name Qiao Wei had long neglected, was now resurfacing in her life, bringing new complications and challenges.

Every time Qiao Xuan was mentioned, she had the urge to get angry and jealous.

No one was allowed to mention it.

Although Qiao Wei knew that it wasn’t a good time to tell him, she couldn’t control herself.

Once she said that, even ten horses wouldn’t be able to pull her back.

The more Qiao Wei talked, the more furious she became. She needed to vent her anger.

Of course, her husband was an excellent anger-venting partner.

A bolt from the blue…

Miao Cong was dumbfounded by the news!

He widened his eyes and opened his mouth slightly. His mind was in a mess.

How, how could this be…

No wonder…

It made sense now why they were staying at the inn.

So, this was the situation!

Although Qiao Wei painted Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan as ungrateful, despicable, and cold-hearted, Miao Cong wasn’t foolish. Even if he didn’t fully understand his wife’s character, he had a good grasp of it.

If Shao Yunduan and Qiao Xuan were truly as ruthless as described, they wouldn’t have achieved their current status. They would have dealt with the Qiao family long before now, rather than allowing them to talk freely in Hangzhou City.

The truth was likely the opposite. It seemed more plausible that the Qiao family had let them down. After all, who would genuinely favor the children of a concubine?

He understood that his own mother had always held a low opinion of children born from concubines. It was clear that his mother-in-law, Madame Qiao, would have a similar stance.

After a while, Miao Cong composed himself.

He was determined not to give up. He had come this far, and he shared Madame Qiao’s belief that Qiao Xuan wouldn’t cut ties with her family so easily. Therefore, Miao Cong resolved to maintain a positive outlook. He tried to convince Qiao Wei to view their situation as a mere “misunderstanding.” With everyone now calm, it was only natural that such misunderstandings would be resolved. After all, they were family, and blood was thicker than water, right?

Despite his efforts, Qiao Wei remained irate and threw another tantrum when he spoke in favor of Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan.

Within two days, all the County Magistrates had arrived. Shao Yunduan hosted a grand banquet in the courtyard, inviting all the County Magistrates. This was a rare opportunity for them to gather, converse, and enjoy each other’s company.

The festivities began in the morning, with conversations in the garden, followed by the banquet, and continued with various entertainments throughout the day. The event was lively and engaging.

Thanks to the Qiao family’s presence, all the County Magistrates were aware that Officer Qiao was Lord Shao’s father-in-law. Since County Magistrates often lived in close proximity and were colleagues, it was customary for them to meet and socialize.

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