Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 1534: She Didn’t Care At All

Editor: Henyee Translations

Shao Yunduan smiled graciously upon hearing the lady’s words, understanding the underlying concern for his wife. He chose not to blame the servants for their apparent rudeness, attributing the misunderstanding to the impatience of his two daughters.

The prefectural magistrate’s wife immediately felt relieved and expressed her apologies, emphasizing that it was a mere misunderstanding.

However, the Deputy Prefect’s wife was visibly irate. Though she logically knew it was inappropriate to say more, she dismissed the potential suspicions of Lord Shao, confident in the lack of evidence. Trusting in the reliability of His Highness, she remained undeterred, focused on revealing the news of Qiao Xuan’s disappearance to strengthen their alliance with Lord Shao in the future.

Appearing oblivious to the unfolding tension, the Deputy Prefect’s wife persistently urged Qiao Xuan to visit her personally under the guise of concern.

“Lord Shao, please don’t worry. Our intention is not to disturb Madam Shao. We genuinely care for her well-being and believe a conversation might alleviate her ailment. If we speak to Madam Shao, she might recover sooner,” she asserted. “Besides, we are already here; surely, Lord Shao, you won’t find our concern disrespectful…”

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Despite the discreet signals from the prefectural magistrate’s wife, the Deputy Prefect’s wife continued unabated. The former blushed, embarrassed by her companion’s persistence, and wondered why she hadn’t explained matters directly to Lord Shao. Moreover, she questioned the necessity of wanting to see Madam Shao. If she had something to convey, why involve others and create unnecessary complications?

The prefectural magistrate’s wife found herself flustered, regretting the unfolding situation. Despite her inner turmoil, she refrained from undermining her companion, considering it inappropriate to intervene at that moment.

Shao Yunduan’s demeanor shifted to a colder tone as he directed his gaze at the Deputy Prefect’s wife, firm in his conviction that the source of the issue lay with this particular couple.

Internally scolding Shao Yunduan for his perceived lack of gentlemanly conduct, the Deputy Prefect’s wife put on a false smile and questioned, “Lord Shao, surely you won’t endorse this, will you? Is Madam Shao unwell, or is she not even present at the inn?”

The prefectural magistrate’s wife, visibly taken aback, interjected, her face turning even redder. “Sister, what on earth are you talking about!”

Undeterred, the Deputy Prefect’s wife maintained her composure and pressed on aggressively, “Lord Shao, have we hit the mark? Is Madam Shao truly absent from the courier station? What has transpired? Is she missing? Lord Shao, don’t evade the truth. Will you allow us to enter?”

“Madam Shao’s disappearance is a grave matter. Lord Shao, concealing it won’t serve anyone. If we don’t locate Madam Shao promptly, it could lead to serious consequences. Her mishap occurred in Yanzhou City, and we cannot shirk our responsibilities!”

Speaking rapidly and with a sense of urgency, the Deputy Prefect’s wife presented her conjecture with confidence that bordered on certainty. The prefectural magistrate’s wife and the onlookers were left dumbfounded, their wide-eyed expressions betraying a strange inclination to believe the Deputy Prefect’s wife, despite the lack of evidence.

The prefectural magistrate’s wife hesitated, her heart racing, yet she refrained from uttering a word.

Shao Yunduan’s expression grew colder. “Madam Qin, have you concluded? My wife is recuperating in the bedroom. Madam Qin, I must say you’re overstepping boundaries here, aren’t you?”