Qiao Xuan chuckled softly and whispered, "Third Sister-in-law, rest assured, I believe you. Truth be told, I noticed it too."
"Thank you!" Yang Xiaoni sighed in relief. "But… what do you think he's up to?"
Qiao Xuan's expression turned sardonic. "He's certainly scheming something. Every family has someone like him, though I can't fathom how he made it onto the Zhao Family's guest list. But don't worry, he won't cause any trouble."
Yang Xiaoni, reassured by Qiao Xuan's confidence, smiled gratefully. "That's a relief!"
The two women then entered the room and took their seats beside Ms. Fang.
Their conversation was interrupted by the arrival of Lixia and Liqiu, who brought in tea.
As Uncle and Aunt Zhao surveyed the courtyard and the dwelling of the first branch of the Shao Family, and noted the attire of its members, they couldn't help but feel a sense of superiority.
