Chapter 1359: Marriage Envoy
Editor:Â Henyee Translations
Shao Yunduan came to pay his respects, with an additional purpose of delivering the New Yearâs money to the Crown Prince.
Three banknotes, each worth 10,000 taels, were discreetly placed in his arms.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, the Crown Prince did not forget the matter at hand. He carefully arranged the banknotes on the table and said, âOfficer Shao, please donât hesitate to share your thoughts with me.â
âCertainly, Crown Prince.â
Shao Yunduan didnât oppose the idea of being a marriage envoy. However, he was concerned about how to break the news to his wifeâŠ
If his wife were to find out, she would undoubtedly be anxious. How could he bear to see her worried?
Following that night, Shao Yunduan took Qiao Xuan aside and engaged in a heartfelt conversation. Sensing a positive atmosphere, he eventually broached the topic of his upcoming journey to escort Princess Shuangfu to Qingdi after the New Year.
ââŠThe wedding date has been set. On the eighth of March next year, the Prince of Qingdi will depart for Qingdi, with the princess accompanying him⊠Please donât fret, my dear. I will certainly return to the capital in no more than half a year. During the days Iâm away, if youâre uncomfortable staying in the capital, Iâll make all the necessary arrangements for you, whether you wish to go to Jiangnan or return homeâŠâ
Shao Yunduan remained oblivious to the fact that his wife had been silently listening, without uttering a single word.
His surprise was evident. Why was his wife so composed in response to such unexpected news? Something didnât seem right; it was very unusual.
âWife, are youâŠâ
Had she been rendered speechless by fear?
Qiao Xuan blinked, then peered up at him, her tone slightly irritated. âAre you going to send off Princess Shuangfu?â
âYeah. Thatâs all.â
âYouâre going to escort the princess to Qingdi for her wedding, and youâll be gone for at least half a year?â Qiao Xuan inquired.
âYes, but I will do my utmost to return as soon as possible!â
After all, parting from his wife was something he found unbearable. This topic was quite disheartening. He had just brought it up, and the journey was still some distance away, yet he already felt reluctant.
The Fourth Prince and the others were truly despicable! If they had any grievances, they could have directly approached the Crown Prince. What gave them the right to target him?
Qiao Xuan sighed gloomily, âBut this journey will take you through many mountains and rivers, and the road is long. Who knows what challenges may arise along the way? If you encounter delays and arenât able to return, I will be stranded, whether in the capital, the south, or at home. I canât go home, as my mother would inquire, and I wouldnât dare to deceive her. If I reveal the truth, both my mother and my family will worry.â
Shao Yunduan sighed in response. âI understand, and Iâm sorry.â
Qiao Xuan softly remarked, âIf you donât want me to endure this, thatâs acceptable too!â
Shao Yunduan was taken aback. âOf course I donât want you to suffer.â
âYouâve said it!â
âOf courseâŠâ
He couldnât bear to see his wife distressed, so why would he want to wrong her? However, for some reason, his wifeâs words seemed to carry a different meaningâŠ
âAlright.â Qiao Xuan smiled, embracing him and speaking sweetly, âIâm coming with you.â
âOkay⊠Wait, what? Wife, youâŠâ
âYou promised not to let me suffer. You canât break your promise.â
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âSweetheart, this is the only way!â Shao Yunduan found himself torn between amusement and exasperation.
However, Qiao Xuan didnât view it as a significant issue. âIâll be there, and Princess Shuangfu will have someone to accompany her. If any issues arise, Princess Shuangfu can communicate them directly to you, and I can speak on her behalf. Itâs rather convenient, isnât it?â
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