Chapter 1451: Relying
Chapter 1451: Relying
Editor: Henyee Translations
Qiao Wei felt a deep sense of embarrassment, her face turning a burning shade of red. Her embarrassment was overwhelming.
What sort of extraordinary fortune was favoring Qiao Xuan? Why did she always lose to her?
From that moment forward, Mianmian became a part of Qiao Xuan’s household. Lixia and Liqiu, being older than her, took her under their wings and showed her kindness and care.
Mianmian was immensely grateful and remained obedient.
Later, Liqiu approached Qiao Xuan with some news. Mianmian had a friend working as a laborer in the horse market. He was strong, diligent, and hardworking, much like Mianmian. He was also an orphan. Mianmian wanted to know if Madame could purchase him as well…
“…She was very straightforward and never mentioned it to me. She would hide away alone and silently wipe her tears. I probed and prodded, and she eventually confessed that she wanted to make the request but felt it was overstepping and didn’t dare to voice it, causing her great sorrow.”
“She mentioned that her friend, known as Ah-Ye, had previously intervened when a troublemaker was harassing her. Since then, she had been taking care of him and, out of gratitude, secretly brought him food from time to time. As a result, they grew close. She’s concerned that she won’t be able to see her friend again if she stays with you, and this has left her despondent. After offering some consolation, I believed it was best to inform you about this matter.”
Qiao Xuan contemplated for a moment and then smiled. “Very well, I’ll acquire him as well. Guard Sun, please revisit and make inquiries. If he’s genuinely suitable, we’ll purchase him too.”
The number didn’t make much of a difference whether it was one or two. What was most crucial was that Qiao Xuan recognized the need for more reliable personnel. The Yuezheng Family and Zhao Shu had talented individuals, but they were limited in number. She couldn’t rely solely on others for everything.
If she discovered someone suitable and nurtured them, they would become her right-hand people in the future.
Lixia concurred and promptly went to find Sun Bai.
Since their departure was scheduled for the day after tomorrow, Sun Bai headed to Xima City on the same day. Upon his return in the evening, he brought with him a seventeen-year-old young man, tall and slender, with pronounced features and a silent demeanor. This was Ah-Ye.
When Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan met Ah-Ye and introduced him to Mianmian, his eyes lit up at the mention of her, and the guarded look that had been present gradually dissipated.
It wasn’t convenient for Qiao Xuan to personally accompany Ah-Ye, nor was it for Shao Yunduan. However, Sun Bai offered to have Ah-Ye follow him, much to Qiao Xuan’s surprise. Nonetheless, this was precisely what she had in mind, so she accepted the proposal.
Sun Bai Chen led Ah-Ye along. If Ah-Ye was astute, he would certainly glean valuable knowledge from Sun Bai during their journey.
Mianmian was overwhelmed with gratitude and couldn’t help but shed tears again as she thanked Qiao Xuan.
Qiao Xuan found this quite amusing and offered her some comforting words before bidding her farewell.
It was evident to anyone with eyes that these two were likely childhood sweethearts.
Oh, if it succeeded, she would be thrilled to have played a part in reuniting them.
Upon learning of this development, Qiao Wei’s anger flared even higher.
The day of departure arrived swiftly.
In the early morning, officials from Huning City gathered at the relay station and respectfully saw off the princess and the Prince of Qingdi.
The phoenix carriage slowly exited through the western gate. As Princess Shuangfu gazed at the vast grasslands stretching to the horizon, she fought the urge to look back, her eyes moistening with unshed tears.
Their journey proceeded smoothly. However, after a few days of travel, they found themselves departing from the well-trodden paths, causing the pace of their journey to naturally slow down.