It was highly suspicious that Fan Ruyin and her mother sought proximity to Qiao Xuan before abruptly departing for the province.
Qiao Xuan's letter implied that Shao Yunduan would never entertain Bai Ruirui's advances. Despite her beauty, any association with dubious elements posed a latent threat, making her an unacceptable proposition.
Shao Yunduan's devotion to Qiao Xuan transcended superficial allure. Even if he were as susceptible as any man of his era, he wouldn't compromise his safety for fleeting beauty.
Qiao Xuan couldn't leave Anze presently, but the antics of Fan Ruyin and her mother necessitated attention to an issue she deemed unnecessary.
She had anticipated confronting various individuals eyeing her husband's influence, but it seemed the challenge had presented itself sooner than expected.
As the proverb goes, fortune favors the bold. Qiao Xuan recognized the opportunity before her and resolved to seize it amidst looming danger.
