So, for any factors that could threaten her personal safety, she abhorred them, and Qi Jian naturally fell among those ranks. Many had dared to covet her beauty without success, and none met a good end.
Without Han Dongchen by her side, Su Xiaowan became even more cautious. She didn't act against Qi Jian because she wasn't confident of a guaranteed hit. If things were to escalate, she would have to eliminate the problem at the root, so Su Xiaowan had been tolerating the situation.
She hadn't anticipated giving Ren Xiangdong such a signal, yet, Su Xiaowan wasn't unprepared for him, fortunately, Ren hadn't involved himself in those messy affairs.
Knowing both oneself and the enemy ensures survival through countless battles. Su Xiaowan had thoroughly investigated Qi Jian's matters—everything was ready, except for the opportunity, which Han Dongchen provided.
