Chapter 1928: She Wonât Give Up Chapter 1928: She Wonât Give Up Editor: Henyee Translations Tian Shanshan harbored doubts about Qiao Xuanâs true feelings for Shao Yunduan.
In her view, genuine love wouldnât sabotage oneâs partnerâs future but rather empower them.
Her actions seemed to betray such affection, marking her as self-centered and deceitful.
Lord Shao, characterized by his honesty and kindness, appeared to have been misled by Qiao Xuanâs facade.
Feeling sympathy for Lord Shao, Tian Shanshan was resolute in revealing Qiao Xuanâs true nature to him.
She saw an opportunity in her cousinâs potential ascension to the throne, which could facilitate her plans.
At present, she needed to strategize with her cousin and aunt, ensuring that Lord Shao didnât return to the capital immediately.
The Crown Princeâs situation without Lord Shao appeared less favorable.
He seemed to regress to a time of insignificance, lacking the Emperorâs full approval despite not facing explicit disapproval either.
This contrasted starkly with the prior praise he received from the Emperor.
At such a crucial juncture, any further misstep by the Crown Prince would undoubtedly enrage the Emperor.
The Crown Prince couldnât contain his elation upon hearing of Shao Yunduanâs successful eradication of the bandits.
His trust in the character of the person he admired swelled within him.
True worth, like gold, retains its brilliance even when relegated to obscurity.
Excitement radiated from the Crown Prince as he commended Shao Yunduan, oblivious to the subtle exchanges and stiff expressions among his retinue.
Yet, not everyone shared in the Crown Princeâs jubilation.
Among those already envious of Shao Yunduan, schadenfreude prevailed upon his departure.
However, his unexpected ascent to great heights within a short span and subsequent fame in the capital incensed them, defying their expectations.
Some of the elder Confucians, while not harboring jealousy towards Shao Yunduan, held reservations about his demeanor.
They perceived him as too hot-headed, still lacking the maturity that comes with age and experience.
Despite his contributions to the Crown Prince, his increasing arrogance and tendency to storm off over trivial matters left them anticipating his eventual stumble outside the capital, hoping it would humble him into genuine growth and refinement.
In their private discussions, they unanimously shared these sentiments, yet reality diverged from their expectations, leaving them feeling slighted and their authority undermined.
The Crown Princeâs endorsement of Shao Yunduan only exacerbated their discomfort.
While some secretly admired Shao Yunduan, they maintained a cautious distance, offering only sighs of sympathy behind his back and, if circumstances permitted, discreetly providing information.
However, they refrained from openly advocating for him, opting instead to remain passive observers.
At best, they would choose silence.
Unaware of this undercurrent, the Crown Prince considered Shao Yunduan and his advisors as kin, all part of his inner circle.
Upon complimenting Shao Yunduan, the Crown Prince surveyed the assembly and posed with a smile, âI believe Officer Shaoâs talents are squandered in the modest Anze Province.
Iâm contemplating a transfer back to the capital after the New Year.
What say you all?â
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