Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 1345: She Really Didn’t Know

Editor: Henyee Translations

Auntie Fu nodded with a warm smile. “If that’s the case, I’ll take it upon myself to instruct her.”

Princess Consort didn’t believe Auntie Fu needed to personally undertake the task, but since Auntie Fu was willing, she acquiesced with a nod.

Upon learning that Qiao Xuan had arrived to greet her, Auntie Fu addressed her with a pleasant smile, saying, “Madame Shao, how polite of you to come. There must have been some misunderstanding yesterday.”

Princess Consort responded with a smile, “You’re standing up for her.”

Auntie Fu’s heart skipped a beat, and she smiled, saying, “I’m merely speaking on her behalf, considering she lacks guidance from her elders and is unfamiliar with the customs. Ultimately, it’s all for your and the Crown Prince’s benefit!”

Princess Consort chuckled, saying, “I appreciate your kindness.”

As the maid ushered Qiao Xuan in, the two ceased their conversation. Qiao Xuan approached and greeted Princess Consort. As she observed Qiao Xuan, Princess Consort’s heart softened, recognizing that both of them had made significant contributions to the East Palace. She found Qiao Xuan rather appealing and sighed inwardly, offering her a friendly smile.

Qiao Xuan expressed her gratitude and took her seat. With little common ground to initiate a substantial conversation, they exchanged polite words of thanks. Princess Consort, accustomed to handling such situations, skillfully guided the conversation.

As the Princess Consort, she received numerous visitors, many of whom she might not be personally acquainted with. It was her responsibility to steer the conversation, as no one dared to take the lead. Without her initiative, the atmosphere could become awkward.

Qiao Xuan responded to Princess Consort’s prompts, and her ease in conversation seemed to please Princess Consort.

After a short while, when Princess Consort raised her teacup, Qiao Xuan recognized the cue that the visit was concluding. She rose and took her leave.

Auntie Fu accompanied Qiao Xuan to the garden and, with a warm smile, mentioned that the chrysanthemums were in bloom, suggesting that Qiao Xuan should pick two pots for herself.

Sensing that Auntie Fu likely had something to discuss, Qiao Xuan complied.

However, when Auntie Fu posed her question, Qiao Xuan couldn’t help but feel embarrassed. Honestly, she had been unaware of such a matter.

It was quite the coincidence! Shao Yunduan had intended to address this issue later in the evening. He had returned home and fallen asleep, leaving her waiting that night. But she couldn’t hold off any longer…

Qiao Xuan felt a pang of guilt, unable to explain herself, especially when she recalled the reason she hadn’t been able to inform Princess Consort of her discontent and the missed reward on the following day.

Fortunately, Auntie Fu recognized that Qiao Xuan lacked guidance in these matters. She proceeded to enlighten her on various unspoken rules and expressed her willingness to serve as her mentor.

Qiao Xuan, naturally, was delighted by this offer. Auntie Fu possessed impeccable manners and willingly shared her knowledge.

They agreed that Auntie Fu would visit the Shao Family from time to time to offer instruction whenever she had free time.

Qiao Xuan expressed her gratitude and asked Auntie Fu to relay this information to Princess Consort, to which Auntie Fu agreed.

Upon hearing this, Princess Consort finally released the lingering unpleasantness in her heart.

It had already been arranged for them to accompany Prince of Qingdi on a hunting trip. In a couple of days, the Third Prince, Fourth Prince, and Second Prince would join him, and officials from the East Palace would represent the Crown Prince, who needed to remain in the capital to attend to government affairs.

Prince Nuo Nuo, despite a prior altercation with Shao Yunduan, held a fondness for him. When he learned that Shao Yunduan wouldn’t be accompanying him, he insisted on Shao Yunduan’s presence for the excursion.