Ah-Ye and Mianmian displayed evident surprise.
Sun Bai and Sun Qian grasped the implications behind Shao Yunduan's words and shared an unspoken understanding.
The Fourth Prince and the Tian Family held deep animosity towards Lord Shao, particularly the Fourth Prince, who harbored a vehement hatred for Lord Shao. The Tian Family also bore a profound grudge against Madame Shao.
While it wasn't a propitious time to settle scores with Lord Shao in the intermediary capital, this moment presented a unique opportunity.
Any mishap involving Lord Shao would be something they couldn't easily explain or justify.
Moreover, Sun Bai and Sun Qian were fiercely loyal to the Crown Prince. They recognized that any harm befalling Lord Shao would be akin to severing one of the Crown Prince's limbs, which was simply unacceptable.
