Chapter 1077: No Countering

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

And when Shao Yunduan broached the subject, a collective desire for reconciliation emerged. A successful resolution would make for a remarkable story as well.

However, in the midst of Shao Yunduan’s words, Qiao Hongxi remained silent, a stark indication of the Qiao Family’s attitude toward them. This made everyone hesitant to speak up.

They couldn’t fathom the Qiao Family’s irrational behavior. Shao Yunduan and Ms. Qiao had once been in the presence of the Emperor, yet they were being treated in such a manner!

Furthermore, Third Old Master Qiao, being Ms. Qiao’s own father, displayed a cold-hearted demeanor as well…

Ah, yes, the Qiao Family must be afraid of the Tian Family.

That should be enough to settle the matter!

It was all just a misunderstanding. The Tian Family might suppress Shao Yunduan and prevent him from making further advancements, but that would be the extent of it. They wouldn’t target the Qiao Family over this.

The Qiao Family was overestimating themselves…

They didn’t even want their daughter and son-in-law merely due to their uncertainty. They weren’t a particularly admirable family.

Consequently, everyone’s perception of Qiao Hongxi underwent a significant change.

Finally comprehending the situation, Qiao Hongxi grew both angry and anxious. “You, I…”

Once again, he found himself dumbfounded, feeling utterly helpless.

Even if he realized that Shao Yunduan had ulterior motives behind treating him to a meal, he could also surmise that Shao Yunduan had hidden intentions in treating all the members of the Hanlin Academy. Shao Yunduan was setting him up!

Yet, what could be done in such a predicament?

He had to confer with his own family and make a decision.

But even if he acted independently, it was already too late to say anything further.

Qiao Hongxi felt an overwhelming sense of annoyance.

They silently cursed the couple, convinced that they were being set up!

Qiao Hongxi didn’t need to ponder much to realize that Shao Yunduan’s words had been overheard by everyone present. It was witnessed by all. Even if the Tian Family didn’t cause trouble for Shao Yunduan in the future, they would never be able to bring him back.

Qiao Hongxi grew increasingly annoyed. The more he looked at Shao Yunduan, the more his annoyance intensified. He couldn’t help but feel that they were all scheming against him, inwardly mocking him.

But it wasn’t their fault. If they were in the Qiao Family’s position, they might not have acted any differently.

Feeling trapped in an uncomfortable situation, Qiao Hongxi concluded that he couldn’t stay any longer. After a brief while, he excused himself, stating that he needed to leave.

Shao Yunduan exchanged a few parting words and bid him farewell.

Inside, Shao Yunduan chuckled. It was for the best that Qiao Hongxi departed. His departure indicated a sense of guilt. With him gone, they could freely discuss anything.

Indeed, as soon as Qiao Hongxi left, the remaining individuals exchanged knowing glances, their expressions filled with understanding.

Someone stepped forward to console Shao Yunduan.

Once one person spoke, the others followed suit, offering words of comfort to Shao Yunduan.

Shao Yunduan sighed, graciously accepting their kind gestures. He even shared the mistreatment his wife had endured at the hands of Third Old Master and his wife in their hometown.

A collective sigh echoed through the group.

The Qiao Family was truly despicable!

No wonder they had severed ties with Ms. Qiao.

But Ms. Qiao was fortunate to have Shao Yunduan by her side.