Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 1382: No Loss

Editor: Henyee Translations

Shao Yunduan surveyed the crowd and noticed several unfamiliar faces brimming with curiosity, seemingly reveling in the spectacle. They chatted animatedly with those around them, suggesting this was a carefully orchestrated performance.

These unfamiliar faces, enthusiastically fanning the flames and spreading gossip, were likely individuals sent to instigate and sow discord. Shao Yunduan understood the situation all too well. The Crown Prince had recently faced unjust accusations before the New Year, and the Fourth Prince was still riding high in popularity. Regardless of his personal inclinations, he wouldn’t dare to confront the Crown Prince head-on.

Even if he was unaware of Shao Yunduan’s involvement in the matter, Shao Yunduan had no familial ties within this area, and a prior rift had existed between them. It was sufficient for the Fourth Prince to vent his frustrations on Shao Yunduan.

Furthermore, having such a useful pawn within the Qiao Family meant there was no need for him to take direct action. He simply needed to bribe a few troublemakers to stir the pot, incite the crowd, and fuel the rumors. Why wouldn’t he employ such tactics? After all, even if it failed, he wouldn’t bear any consequences.

When Concubine Du spotted Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan, she abruptly halted her words at her eyes widening, and her mouth falling agape as she gazed at them in disbelief.

It wasn’t entirely her fault for being so dense. It had been a considerable amount of time since their last encounter, and this pair of remarkably handsome and poised individuals were none other than Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan, the figures from tthe village.

A profound wave of resentment and envy surged within her. How contemptible!

What right did they have?

Why did she and her daughter endure endless suffering while Qiao Xuan lived a life of comfort?

Qiao Xuan, this humble girl, couldn’t possibly compare to her own daughter. She should be the one enjoying such good fortune!

Regret welled up within her as she couldn’t help but lament what might have been. If only her daughter had married Shao Yunduan, she could have been the esteemed lady of the house, and even she would have reaped the benefits.

However, the reality was far from her wishes…

Incensed, Concubine Du shot an accusatory glare at Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan, intensifying her cries. “Second Miss, Second Master, I implore you to save Third Miss!”

“Second Miss, when you resided in the pavilion, Third Miss and I ensured your well-being. During winter, we secretly provided you with warm clothing, charcoal, hot meals, and rice. How could you endure such meager fare in the scorching summer? Third Miss would frequently send servants to deliver your own meals in secret. Whenever you fell ill, it was always I who covertly arranged for a physician to prepare medicine for you! Wuwuwu, Second Miss, have you forgotten?”

“At first, I hesitated to burden Second Miss, but… but Third Miss’s suffering is beyond measure. Despite my lowly status, I am still her biological mother. How could I bear to see her in such agony?”

“I beseech Second Miss to save Third Miss. Please, just utter a word, and Third Miss’s situation will greatly improve! No matter what you ask of me, I will agree to it! I only beg you to rescue Third Miss!”

“I will kowtow to you! I will kowtow to Young Master! I beg of you…”

Concubine Du appeared frail and emaciated, with most of her hair turned white. She wore tattered clothing, and her complexion had become sallow. She appeared so fragile that a gust of wind could easily sweep her away.