Chapter 1258 - Chapter 1528: Not a Threat
Chapter 1528: Not a Threat
Editor: Henyee Translations
Envy, undoubtedly, tinged her emotions, yet her joy nearly betrayed itself through a smile. However, as Shao Yunduan’s cold gaze met hers, any hint of happiness evaporated.
“I-I don’t know what you’re talking about…”
“You don’t know?” Shao Yunduan advanced slowly, indifferent to the fact that Qiao Wei was far less robust than him. He pressed the sole of his foot onto the back of her hand. Qiao Wei, startled, tried to retract her hand, but Shao Yunduan tightened his grip.
As pain surged through her, Qiao Wei, gripped by fear, paled, immobilized. “What do you want…”
Shao Yunduan spoke with a frigid tone, “Answer my question.”
“Tell me the truth!”
“I don’t care how you communicate with outsiders. Understand this well. You’re still within my grasp. Even if I can’t end your life, dismantling you will be effortless.”
“Would you like to test that?”
Qiao Wei’s eyes widened in fear, a shiver coursing down her spine. She was afraid of Shao Yunduan. When this fear began, she couldn’t pinpoint. She knew his words weren’t mere threats.
“I truly don’t know! I’m clueless!” Qiao Wei lost control and sobbed, “I’m under constant surveillance by those two every day. What can I possibly do? Moreover, you’re aware I’m just a pawn in their game. Qiu He is already dead; they know their plan is exposed. Why would they come after me?”
Shao Yunduan’s cold countenance remained impassive. “You’d better stay ignorant, or I won’t spare you. Henceforth, keep silent. I won’t hesitate to take action if you disclose anything!”
Qiao Wei didn’t dare to object. Trembling, she asked with a quivering voice, “Did something happen to Qiao Xuan?”
Shao Yunduan shot her a sharp look. Her heart skipped a beat, and she dared not press further.
“She’s unwell.”
Mianmian instantly grew anxious. “Sir, is Madam alright?”
“It’s fine,” Shao Yunduan reassured, “She just needs some rest.”
“Thank goodness! Thank goodness! I won’t disturb Madam now. I’ll pay my respects to her tomorrow.”
Shao Yunduan nodded, casting a glance at Qiao Wei. “Keep an eye on her.”
“Don’t worry, my lord!”
Shao Yunduan departed.
Qiao Wei let out a sigh of relief and slumped to the ground. After a moment, she shakily rose to her feet.
Shao Yunduan informed Sun Bai, Sun Qian, and Ah-Ye, “Madam is missing.”
The three of them were shocked!
“How is that possible!”
“We’ve secured the posthouse since our arrival, maintained night patrols, and stayed vigilant. We didn’t dare to be careless. How could…”
In a hushed tone, Shao Yunduan interjected, “We are not the hosts here, so nothing should surprise us. Fortunately, she’s only missing. I’m uncertain of their motives, but my wife should be safe.”
“This information must not leak. Publicly, we’ll say Madam is unwell, and we need to extend our stay in Yanzhou City for two more days. Ah-Ye, keep a close watch on Qiao Wei. Sun Bai, Sun Qian, discreetly deploy your trusted aides to search for Madam. She’s not an ordinary woman who breaks down in the face of trouble. If there’s a chance, she’ll leave some clues. Pay extra attention.”
“And keep an eye on the local officials.”
Sun Bai and Sun Qian responded in hushed tones.