Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 1606: Young Master Xie’s Thoughts

“By then, you can devise a plan to bring him back. Currently, he’s engulfed in anger, and Ms. Qiao not only refuses to calm him down but exacerbates the situation. Lord Shao, being sentimental, becomes even more resentful! Regardless of Lord Shao’s rationality, those around him fueling the turmoil can’t be restrained!”

“The more you try to convince him, the more repulsed Lord Shao will become!”

“In that case, what’s the use of retaining him, Crown Prince?”

The Crown Prince hesitated, swayed by Princess Consort’s persuasions.

However, parting with Shao Yunduan remained a heavy decision for him.

He fully understood the invaluable assistance Shao Yunduan could provide if he stayed in the intermediate. Once he left the capital, it would be awkward to request financial aid, and he would inevitably incur substantial expenses in the future.

Even the mere contemplation of this dilemma gave him a headache.

Observing the Crown Prince’s internal struggle, Princess Consort seized the opportunity to continue persuading with a smile. “Even if Lord Shao departs, it’s acceptable. Isn’t Mr. Xie from the Xie Family in the intermediate capital? Frankly, Mr. Xie and my nephew are growing close, forming a tight bond!”

“My sister-in-law visited yesterday and discussed this matter. Young Master Xie appears to harbor aspirations of becoming an official. Given his talent, passing the Imperial Examinations in the upcoming year is undoubtedly feasible! If he’s willing, even before formal appointment, he can still render service to you, Crown Prince!”

Temptation flickered in the Crown Prince’s eyes, and a glimmer of hope diffused through his anxious heart.

The public was aware of Xie Jingrong’s exceptional abilities. His sudden arrival in the capital and burgeoning closeness to Princess Consort’s nephew were conspicuous.

It seemed evident – he genuinely aspired to attain official status!

This was rational; youthful exuberance often disregards accomplishments. His status and aptitude instilled confidence in him.

However, with a few more years of age and maturity, Xie Jingrong yearned to contribute positively and accumulate merits. It was the orthodox path! There must have been some understanding or realization on his part.

If Xie Jingrong could remain after Shao Yunduan’s departure, it was not an implausible idea. Moreover, as far as the Crown Prince knew, both Shao Yunduan and Xie Jingrong hailed from Yuzhang and shared an amicable relationship, making it even more favorable.

“I’ll consider it.”

Princess Consort beamed with joy. “Certainly! Once you’ve decided, I’ll convey the message to my family.”

With Xie Jingrong being recommended to the Crown Prince by her family, the Crown Prince began to hold him in high regard.

The more Princess Consort contemplated the prospect, the more delighted she became.

The Crown Prince nodded and added, “Arrange for someone to speak with Ms. Qiao and offer her a reward. Let everyone see that the rumors should cease.”

Although Princess Consort felt repulsed, she nodded with a forced smile.

Later, when Qiao Xuan visited the mansion as a guest, the rumors were effortlessly dispelled.

However…

Once the Crown Prince left, Princess Consort expressed her grievances to Auntie Fu.

Auntie Fu reassured her with a smile, “Princess Consort, you’re overthinking it! Madam Shao wouldn’t dare to bring it up again, so just pretend it never happened!”

“You’re showing great magnanimity!”

Although Princess Consort often liked to display her magnanimity, she hesitated to do so when facing Qiao Xuan.

Frowning with a sense of disdain, she muttered, “Let it be!”

Unforeseen by Princess Consort, it proved challenging to invite Qiao Xuan to the mansion at all.