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Chapter 1461: When to Make a Move
Editor: Henyee Translations
Qiao Wei held the same status as Qiao Xuan as she accompanied the princess on her wedding journey.
They had gone hunting the previous day, but because she couldn’t ride a horse and didn’t want to be near Qiao Xuan, she decided not to follow them.
Upon their return from the hunt, the Princess and the Prince hosted a banquet. Traditionally, Qiao Wei should have been included, but Princess Shuangfu simply wanted a pleasant meal with Qiao Xuan and didn’t want Qiao Wei to be a nuisance.
Prince Nuo Nuo instructed Auntie Si to bring two dishes as a reward for Qiao Wei. He claimed to understand that she wasn’t feeling well and hadn’t summoned her. He suggested that she eat well, rest properly, and prepare for the journey on the day after next.
Qiao Wei was seething with anger once again!
How could she not be feeling well? Such a thing never happened!
Qiao Xuan must have said something malicious in front of Princess Shuangfu to prevent her from participating.
Princess Shuangfu had made her intentions very clear by arranging for the food. It was evident that she didn’t want Qiao Wei to join the banquet. Qiao Wei couldn’t bear it.
If Qiu He hadn’t intervened and stopped her, Qiao Wei would have smashed the two dishes.
“When do we make our move on the way back—oh!”
Qiu He quickly covered Qiao Wei’s mouth, her gaze cold. “Miss, you can’t speak recklessly!”
Qiao Wei felt suffocated for a moment. She pushed away Qiu He’s hand and sneered. “What are you afraid of? Do you think someone will overhear us? We’re in such a secluded spot, and no one will come near.”
She and Qiao Xuan were constantly at odds, each vying for supremacy. Wherever Qiao Xuan was, she couldn’t measure up.
It was a clash between the East Wind and the West Wind, with only one prevailing. Qiao Wei was determined to see Qiao Xuan trampled underfoot, just as she had been in the past.
Qiu He continued to wear a worried expression. “Being cautious is not a bad thing. If something goes wrong because of this, it would be disastrous.”
Qiao Wei sneered but refrained from further comments.
At Princess Shuangfu’s gathering, the four of them enjoyed a cheerful and harmonious atmosphere. It was a perfect setting.
While eating, Prince Nuo Nuo’s eyes gleamed with the desire to share a drink with Shao Yunduan. However, Shao Yunduan was the first to speak. He cleared his throat and spoke solemnly, “I won’t drink with you today, or I’ll be too hungover to travel. Please forgive me, Your Highness.”
Princess Shuangfu chimed in with a gentle smile, “Yes, Your Highness, it wouldn’t be appropriate. Let’s save it for another time.”
Seeing Shao Yunduan’s resolute stance, Prince Nuo Nuo reluctantly agreed. “Very well, Lord Shao. Next time I visit the capital, we shall drink together. I’ll be looking forward to it!”
He puffed out his chest and declared, “Lord Shao, just wait. I’ll best you next time!”
Shao Yunduan could only respond with a wry smile. “I’ll be waiting!”
“Hmph! I’ll make sure to improve your alcohol tolerance. It’s embarrassing to be bested by a scholar.”
Everyone was left speechless. What was there to compare? The Qingdi people certainly had peculiar priorities!
Princess Shuangfu, being a newcomer to Qingdi, felt embarrassed for her husband. She gracefully changed the subject with a smile, initiating a discussion about Qingdi’s customs.
Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan were both genuinely interested in this topic and posed questions to Prince Nuo Nuo. The discussion on customs took their attention, and the drinking challenge was forgotten.
They spent the evening together until it was quite late. Qiao Xuan and Princess Shuangfu engaged in a lengthy conversation. Finally, they exchanged farewells before Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan returned to their own quarters.