Chapter 1838

Chapter 1838: Fan Family’s Treat Chapter 1838: Fan Family’s Treat Editor: Henyee Translations “…I’ve never attended such a large family banquet before.

I’m feeling quite unprepared and uncertain… What if I embarrass myself?

Perhaps I should find a polite excuse to decline the invitation.

We can discuss it further later.

Madam Shao, what do you think?” Qiao Xuan offered a reassuring smile.

“First Madam Fan extended a personal invitation, so it wouldn’t be wise to decline.

Don’t fret, I’ll be by your side.

And as the wife of the Deputy Prefect, even Old Lady Fan will have to accord you some respect.

What’s there to fear?” “The Fan Clan might be influential, but it’s not a den of tigers!

Just stick with me when the time comes.” “Well…” Mrs.

Jia couldn’t refuse Qiao Xuan’s kindness.

After some thought, she nodded with a smile.

“Alright, I’ll trust your guidance, and I hope you’ll offer some advice!” “Don’t worry!

Although, I should caution you that Scribe Guan’s wife might also be in attendance.

Just be mentally prepared.” Scribe Guan’s wife?

Initially unfamiliar with the term, Mrs.

Jia’s anxiety heightened as she pondered.

“Um…” Qiao Xuan chuckled.

“It’s no secret that Old Lady Fan and the lady of the Fan Family have never seen eye to eye with me.

And Scribe Guan’s wife isn’t one to be underestimated either.

She’s not one to take being sidelined lightly.

It’s only natural for the Fan Family to extend an invitation to her!” Wasn’t it obvious that he was aiming to stir up trouble and enjoy the spectacle?!

Mrs.

Jia glanced anxiously at Qiao Xuan.

Indeed, Mrs.

Guan was not one to be trifled with.

Historically, all the scribes’ wives had to cater to her whims.

Those who failed to flatter her adequately or were simply not to her liking were met with disdain and ridicule.

Jia Heming had never found favor with Scribe Guan, and Mrs.

Jia had been subjected to Mrs.

Guan’s mockery.

Given Mrs.

Guan’s volatile nature, encountering her at the Fan family’s gathering could easily lead to confrontation.

Wouldn’t that mean… Qiao Xuan grinned.

“What’s there to fear?

We won’t incite trouble, but we won’t allow ourselves to be pushed around either.

She’s merely a scribe’s wife; there’s no need to be intimidated.

If she crosses a line, give her a piece of your mind.

She won’t relent unless Scribe Guan intervenes, and I doubt he’d be willing to do that!” Though still somewhat apprehensive, Mrs.

Jia felt reassured by Qiao Xuan’s words.

After a moment’s consideration, she nodded with a smile.

“You’re right.

I’ll trust your judgment.” Qiao Xuan’s smile widened.

“Don’t fret.

If she oversteps, I won’t hesitate to address it.” Shao Yunduan had been instrumental in promoting Deputy Prefect Jia, and during a conversation with Qiao Xuan in the office, he expressed great satisfaction with Jia’s performance.

He was even pleasantly surprised by Jia’s adept handling of various administrative tasks, marveling at his efficiency and organization.

Since assuming the role of Deputy Prefect, Jia’s capabilities had grown exponentially compared to his time as a scribe.

Shao Yunduan couldn’t help but feel fortunate – he had stumbled upon a valuable asset!

It was only natural for Qiao Xuan to safeguard Mrs.

Jia; they were a team, after all.

Mrs.

Jia felt completely reassured.

With a smile, she rose and took her leave.

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