Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 1339: No One Wants to Be Roasted Over the Fire

Editor: Henyee Translations

Prince Nuo Nuo: “…”

Vice Envoy Da Si: “…”

Even though the conflict had been resolved, he found himself strangely perturbed.

The Crown Prince cast an admiring glance at Shao Yunduan and exchanged a few polite words with a smile. Prince Nuo Nuo, no longer inclined to be obstinate, concurred with the Crown Prince and adopted a more respectful demeanor.

He had come to realize that the Great Qin Empire genuinely sought amicable relations with Qingdi, which was why they had extended such warm hospitality. However, the Great Qin Empire was by no means cowed by Qingdi or himself. Should he truly provoke them, he wouldn’t fare well either…

He couldn’t help but steal a few more glances at Shao Yunduan. In truth, he harbored no resentment towards Shao Yunduan, even though Shao Yunduan had backed him into a corner, nearly causing him to lose face. This had compelled him to retreat and provide an exit strategy.

Instead, he held a sincere admiration.

Qingdi was a straightforward man who esteemed capable individuals. In his eyes, Shao Yunduan possessed remarkable capabilities.

Although he appeared as a frail scholar, his recent words had rattled him to the core, causing his heart to race and almost undermining his composure. Not everyone could command such authority.

What was even rarer was that Shao Yunduan had not coerced him. Instead, while holding the upper hand, he had transformed enmity into amity and offered him an escape route, averting his humiliation. It was hard for him not to feel relieved and grateful.

After all, who would willingly subject themselves to public humiliation?

He pondered if he would have granted his adversary clemency under similar circumstances. The answer was most likely not.

Yet, he held no disdain for Shao Yunduan despite the circumstances. Shao Yunduan had been the one to place him in this predicament, and Shao Yunduan had also been the one to taunt and ridicule him.

Shao Yunduan harbored no fear of him; instead, he sought to preserve some semblance of dignity for the sake of their friendship.

However, if he failed to grasp the situation and provoked Shao Yunduan again, there was no guarantee he wouldn’t find himself ensnared once more.

In any case, they couldn’t match wits with these cunning scholars. As the host, his primary focus was on ensuring the guests enjoyed themselves. With the guests refraining from causing trouble, the banquet proceeded smoothly.

It wasn’t just Prince Nuo Nuo; the entire Qingdi delegation understood that they couldn’t easily trifle with Great Qin. It was in their best interest to behave. Otherwise, if there were future encounters, they might not find an exit strategy.

How could their straightforward natures compare to the cunning of the Great Qin scholars? They had no choice but to restrain themselves and play the role of gracious guests. What else could they do?

That night, the banquet continued well into the late hours.

The Crown Prince was so delighted that he convened a meeting with Shao Yunduan and his other trusted confidants in his study. When Shao Yunduan finally returned home, it was well past midnight.

Nevertheless, the banquet had garnered immense attention among the nobles and courtiers in the capital. Everyone was eager to attend such an intriguing event.

Word of everything that transpired at the banquet had reached Empress Qi, Honored Princess Mei, Princess Concubine Virtue, Princess Consort of the East Palace, and the Tian Family.

Naturally, reactions varied, with some individuals delighted and others incensed.

For Princess Consort, it was a long-awaited relief, and her previously anxious heart was now at ease.