Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home
Chapter 1932

Chapter 1932: I Don’t Believe It, But I Have Suspicions Chapter 1932: I Don’t Believe It, But I Have Suspicions Editor: Henyee Translations As discussions surrounding Shao Yunduan proliferated within the Crown Prince’s vicinity, suspicion began to gnaw at him.

He entertained the notion that Shao Yunduan might be colluding with the Fourth Prince, or worse, had defected to his side.

After all, why else would the Fourth Prince advocate for him so vehemently?

It seemed utterly illogicalaEUR| Yet, the Crown Prince couldn’t bring himself to believe it.

While others might be unaware, he knew firsthand the extent of the Fourth Prince’s past transgressions, nearly causing harm to Qiao Xuan.

Given this history, Shao Yunduan would never align himself with the Fourth Prince.

Moreover, he trusted Shao Yunduan’s integrity; he was not one to betray his principles.

However, a lingering unease lingered within him.

Despite his trust in Shao Yunduan, he couldn’t shake off the resentment he harbored towards the Fourth Prince.

Though unspoken, the grudge weighed heavily on his heart.

Yet, he refused to let this cloud his judgment and reject the Fourth Prince’s well-intentioned gestures out of spite.

Perplexed, the Crown Prince couldn’t comprehend the Fourth Prince’s fixation on Ms.

Qiao.

Wasn’t she doing well now?

Their past should be behind them.

Why was the Fourth Prince so fixated and vindictive about a woman?

In essence, the Crown Prince dismissed the rumors regarding Shao Yunduan but remained suspicious nonetheless.

The Princess Consort was incensed upon learning of the situation in court.

Addressing the Crown Prince, she vented her frustrations, questioning Shao Yunduan’s motives and expressing disbelief at the Fourth Prince’s advocacy for him.

To her, it seemed inexplicable and concerning.

She voiced her doubts about whether Shao Yunduan remained the same person they once knew, given the distance and lack of communication.

She urged the Crown Prince not to dwell on Shao Yunduan’s actions, dismissing him as unworthy of the Crown Prince’s generosity.

Merely a minister, she reasoned, he had no right to throw tantrums in the Crown Prince’s presence.

Instead, she encouraged the Crown Prince to focus on the upcoming Spring Quarter Examination, assuring him of the abundance of talented individuals awaiting discovery.

The Crown Prince, swayed by the Princess Consort’s words, found himself growing increasingly displeased with Shao Yunduan.

Reflecting on the Princess Consort’s counsel, he couldn’t help but smile.

Indeed, the Spring Quarter Examination was imminent, offering an opportunity to recruit fresh talent.

With the Empire teeming with potential, there was no shortage of options.

Meanwhile, in Anze Province, Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan enjoyed a newfound sense of ease.

With worries lifted, they approached their tasks with renewed vigor.

Qiao Xuan revisited Liuhe Fort, where Songshi, Liu Fu, Yang Mu, and their cohorts had already made remarkable progress in repairing the roads.

Recognizing the importance their master placed on infrastructure, they spared no effort in their endeavors.

With a well-constructed road, they anticipated numerous benefits in the future and thus invested significant resources and manpower into its completion.

As Qiao Xuan’s wagon traversed the newly flattened and spacious terrain, it provided a significant improvement over the previous bumpy path, offering substantial relief to the province.

While slightly longer, the smoother route allowed for faster travel, cutting the time in half compared to walking.

Once a notorious bandit stronghold, Liuhe Fort had undergone a remarkable transformation into Liuhe Manor.

The landscape bore little resemblance to its former state.

Many of the dilapidated structures and defensive barriers on the mountainside had been dismantled, making way for expansive and orderly courtyards.

Should Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan choose to inspect the area, they would find comfortable accommodations awaiting them, with a vantage point affording panoramic views of the surroundings.

Construction was also underway at the foot of the mountain, where the foundations of a new manor were rapidly taking shape.

Various essential facilities were being erected, including servants’ quarters, warehouses, tool sheds, and storage yards.

Additionally, specialized spaces for handling and drying medicinal herbs were being established, along with a transparent workshop dedicated to herbal processing.