However, he couldn't guarantee that the Tian Family wouldn't hold the Qiao Family responsible, despite his brothers' assurance.
In the end, he had to align with his two brothers and feign ignorance about Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan's return.
Madame Qiao grew increasingly frustrated upon hearing this.
However, she held no authority over the main mansion and couldn't act as she pleased.
Even though she was the mistress at the Qiao Family's mansion in the capital, she was the most unfamiliar and powerless mistress. No one cared about her opinions.
The following day, Auntie Ling returned the 4,000 liang to Qiao Xuan.
That night, when Shao Yunduan returned home, Qiao Xuan greeted him with a smile. "Let's skip dinner tonight and celebrate at a fine restaurant!"
Shao Yunduan chuckled. "Darling, you have excellent taste. We've stumbled upon a windfall, and we should celebrate!"
