Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 1360: She’s Going Too

Editor: Henyee Translations

“But the journey is arduous, and the path is long—” Shao Yunduan began, only to be interrupted by Qiao Xuan’s laughter. “I’ve never been one to endure hardship. I used to grumble every time we ventured into the mountains. My dear husband, can you bear to leave me alone in the capital? Besides, I’m curious to see what Qingdi is like.”

“In fact, this may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Husband, please allow me to accompany you!”

Shao Yunduan sighed. “…”

“As long as my husband agrees, he will surely find a way to secure a chance for me, won’t you?!”

Shao Yunduan sighed again. “…”

He was growing increasingly frustrated, but he still hesitated to approve of taking Qiao Xuan with him. It was not going to be a peaceful journey.

This wasn’t merely due to the unpredictable challenges of traversing mountains and rivers, or entering a foreign land. The main concern was that the Fourth Prince and the Third Prince were unlikely to let slip such a golden opportunity, especially the Fourth Prince. They were bound to find an opportunity to strike during the journey.

The Crown Prince would dispatch guards and covert agents to ensure his safety, and Princess Shuangfu also had her own guard contingent. During the journey, the marriage envoy held absolute authority over the guards. Shao Yunduan was confident in his ability to manage them.

However, with Qiao Xuan added to the mix, he could not guarantee anything.

Excessive worry led to confusion.

His deep affection and high regard for her left him anxious about potential risks and rewards. Once such concerns clouded his judgment, it could be perilous.

Often, not only would it prove counterproductive, but it could also endanger both of them.

This was something he absolutely could not accept!

Although he found himself genuinely tempted by her proposition.

Allowing her to accompany him without being separated would be the ideal scenario—a perfect balance! He also believed that she wasn’t as fragile as she might appear. Even if the journey involved challenging terrain and lengthy travel, he was confident she could handle it.

However, he couldn’t afford to embrace this potentially perilous win-win situation, nor did he dare to…

Shao Yunduan couldn’t bring himself to reject Qiao Xuan outright, so he resorted to stalling tactics. “It’s getting late, my love. Let’s retire for the night, and we can discuss this further later! We’ve been on the boat for quite some time, and you must be tired. How about going home and getting a good night’s sleep?”

Qiao Xuan felt a mix of irritation and amusement. She pinched his cheek and said with a playful smile, “Are you trying to evade me? Hmph, you’re my husband. Even if I bring this up tomorrow or later, can you really hide from me? Aren’t you returning home tomorrow? Or are you planning to avoid talking to me?”

Shao Yunduan sighed. “Of course not!”

Qiao Xuan grinned and coaxed him, “Just tell me, I want to hear it.”

Shao Yunduan smiled wryly. She wanted to hear it? If she desired anything else, he would gladly comply!

He simply fell silent, closed his eyes, and refrained from speaking further.

Qiao Xuan smiled, closed her eyes, and drifted off to sleep.

In any case, she intended to go.

If he denied her, she would insist on joining him.

She differed from the daughters-in-law of other prominent families in the capital. They had elders and rules to guide them, but she did not.

In the end, after days of persuasion, Shao Yunduan relented.

Forget it, he would take her along! After all, leaving her in the capital might put her in harm’s way.

Without his presence, not to mention the potential actions of the Fourth Prince, even the Tian family might exploit the situation to create problems.

If something were to truly occur, he would be filled with even deeper regret.

In the end, it seemed wiser to bring her along.