Suddenly, someone lunged at Shao Yunduan with the intent to kill him.
Before the attacker could reach Shao Yunduan, several sharp arrows struck him, piercing through his chest. He screamed and collapsed, dead on the ground.
Shao Yunduan's immediate reaction was to shield Qiao Xuan behind him, his eyes cold and alert.
Ding Xiang glanced over and smiled, feeling pleased for Qiao Xuan.
Ding Xiang and Qiao Xuan shared similar temperaments, and when they reunited outside the city, they felt completely at ease with each other. Ding Xiang had naturally accepted Qiao Xuan as the mistress of the house, and their bond had grown closer, with much to discuss.
Ding Xiang had been concerned that Shao Yunduan might distance himself from Qiao Xuan once he became Emperor, but it seemed she had been overthinking it.
Shao Yunduan's instinctive reaction demonstrated just how much he valued Qiao Xuan.
Her position was firmly established, and she could enjoy her life with him, secure and steadfast.
