Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 2326: Unconcerned

They were all smart people. They knew that Officer Qiao’s display in front of everyone wasn’t meant to force Lord Shao into submission.

From this, it was clear that his character wasn’t exemplary.

Besides, if he were truly innocent, he wouldn’t need to be so humble in front of Lord Shao as his father-in-law.

Everyone thought that while Lord Shao might be a bit unreasonable, Officer Qiao and his wife must have done something terrible to warrant such treatment.

If it had been ordinary people present today, they might not have thought so deeply. They would have seen how humble Officer Qiao was as a father-in-law, how deferential he was to his son-in-law, and how pitiful he looked. They would have pitied him and felt it was unfair, potentially using public opinion to pressure Shao Yunduan.

However, everyone here was smart and driven by their own interests. Officer Qiao’s plan to get what he wanted was doomed to fail.

This was exactly what Shao Yunduan had expected, so he didn’t mind and let Officer Qiao do whatever he wanted.

If Officer Qiao had no ulterior motives, it would be great. Even if he tried to create a fuss, he might not achieve his goals.

Did he think his colleagues would stand up for him? Who was he to them?

In the days that followed, it was as if the awkward interlude had never happened. Everyone chatted happily and enjoyed themselves throughout the day. The night ended on a high note, with everyone still excited.

Shao Yunduan shared with Qiao Xuan what had happened with Officer Qiao.

Qiao Xuan was repulsed by the news. She sneered, “I didn’t expect him to stoop so low. He even tried to use public opinion to pressure us. It’s shameless of him to mock you in front of everyone. He used to care so much about his reputation!”

Shao Yunduan gently patted her hand. “Don’t worry; that’s all he can do now. I’m not saying anything, just handle things as you see fit tomorrow.”

Thinking about what might happen the next day, Qiao Xuan couldn’t help but smile. Her eyes sparkled as she nodded, “I’m looking forward to it!”

The two exchanged a knowing smile.

County Magistrate Qiao returned to the inn, utterly drained and overwhelmed with embarrassment and anger.

He had avoided thinking about it at the scene and had subconsciously pushed the thoughts away. Now, he allowed his mind to dwell on it, and the more he thought about it, the more embarrassed he became!

Shao Yunduan was so shameless…

Madame Qiao and Qiao Wei were still awake, along with Miao Cong, who was waiting for Officer Qiao.

Miao Cong knew everything, so Officer Qiao and Madame Qiao didn’t bother to keep it a secret from him. They felt no guilt in front of him.

They were family, after all, so there was no need to hide or feel awkward.

“Dad, you’re back. Did Lord Shao say when we’ll be moving to the backyard of the government office?” Miao Cong was the first to speak.

Madame Qiao and Qiao Wei also looked surprised.

They were not shameless people, but they were confident that Shao Yunduan would not be so unreasonable. If Officer Qiao had made such a demand in front of everyone, Shao Yunduan would have to agree, no matter how reluctant he was.

Otherwise, as the King of Jiangnan, his reputation would be severely tarnished!