Chapter 1464: Dilemma

Chapter 1464: Dilemma

Editor: Henyee Translations

Qiao Xuan smiled. “I’m just a woman. What’s the worst that can happen if I find myself in danger or in someone’s custody? As long as Lord Shao is by my side, nobody would dare harm me. But if anything were to happen to him, that would be the real problem.”

More importantly, she held great confidence in her own abilities. Whoever dared to capture her would find themselves regretting their choice…

Her primary focus was on safeguarding Lixia and Liqiu. That was the most she could do.

Shao Yunduan found her reasoning sound and hesitated for a moment, scratching his head. “Well, alright, Madam…”

Ah-Ye pondered the situation and was unsure how to proceed. Therefore, he sought Mianmian’s advice.

Upon hearing his dilemma, Mianmian couldn’t help but sigh, saying enviously, “The bond between Lord and Madam is truly exceptional!”

Ah-Ye was perplexed. “??”

He had come to her for guidance, so why was she making these remarks out of the blue?

“So, what should I do then?” Ah-Ye scratched his head.

Mianmian glanced at the Thunder God, torn. “Why don’t you take Madam and Lord with you?”

There was no doubt about the speed and allure of the Thunder God. No one questioned its ability to make a swift getaway.

If the Thunder God couldn’t escape, there was no need to contemplate whether it could escape or not.

Ah-Ye wore a bitter smile. “I wish to do that too, but I’m concerned that the Thunder God can’t accommodate four people. Oh, I mean the three of you can depart, and I’ll stay. I need to assist Lord Sun and the others!”

Mianmian retorted, “What are you talking about? The Thunder God listens to you more than anyone else. If you don’t leave, can the Thunder God leave? Take Madam and Lord with you, and I’ll figure out a hiding place for myself.”

“No way!”

“Why not? At most, you can return and find me later. I’m just a young girl. Who would even notice me?”

“No! I care!”

Mianmian blushed and glared at him, feeling a bit shy. “Regardless, I don’t want to hear any excuses. Nothing can happen to Lord and Madam! If you’re nearby and care about me, then listen to what I say.”

“No—”

“No ‘no.’ No one will pay attention to me. No one will care if I hide. I won’t be in any danger. Do you think I’m so foolish that I can’t even hide?”

“No, but—”

“It’s a deal. No ‘buts.'”

Ah-Ye couldn’t persuade her, and his words couldn’t match her eloquence. He felt unconvinced and a bit unhappy, but he couldn’t say much in response. He could only sulkily relent.

Mianmian assured him that she could hide, but could she truly remain concealed? Ah-Ye knew that Mianmian was a clever and resourceful girl, but she was still a young lady, and what if…

What if she were discovered and harmed amid the ensuing chaos?

Then what would he do?

In this world, Mianmian was his sole friend, and deep in his heart, he had long considered her family, a bond of mutual reliance.

He couldn’t bear to contemplate what he would do if he lost Mianmian.

Ah-Ye’s mood sank, and he struggled with inner conflict, which became evident in his demeanor. He appeared somewhat downcast and preoccupied.

Shao Yunduan soon discerned Ah-Ye’s troubled state and inquired about it.

Though Ah-Ye initially intended to keep it a secret, he couldn’t withstand Shao Yunduan’s gentle prodding and eventually divulged his concerns with only a few sentences.

Shao Yunduan chuckled.

He sighed inwardly, experiencing a mix of emotions—both a sense of fondness and a hint of bittersweetness. His wife was truly something. How could she respond to Ah-Ye like that? As her husband, he should be the one protecting her, not the other way around.

“I’ll speak with Madam and handle it. You don’t need to worry. Just follow my directions.”

“What?…”

“Don’t fret. I have a plan of my own!”

‘Yes, Lord.’

Ah-Ye decided that it was best not to dwell on it too much. After all, no matter how much he contemplated, he couldn’t make sense of it. He might as well simply heed Shao Yunduan’s instructions!

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