Bab 1645: Harmony on Surface

Qiao Xuan's hunger was unmistakably apparent, and she couldn't bear the pangs any longer.

She smiled and asserted, "I'm not that delicate!"

Shao Yunduan remarked, "You're not squeamish; you're pregnant!"

This prompted another laugh from Qiao Xuan.

Glancing at him, she inquired, "Husband, what's your impression of Deputy Prefect Guan?"

Recalling Xie Jingrong's insights, Shao Yunduan replied, "As Brother Xie mentioned, Deputy Prefect Guan is quite diplomatic."

Though exceedingly amiable, such individuals often proved challenging to befriend. After all, some could effortlessly wear a smile in public but backstab without a second thought. Some executed the act with a cool detachment, without a hint of hesitation.

Before arriving in Anze Province, both Shao Yunduan and Qiao Xuan had heard that Deputy Prefect Guan belonged to the latter category.