Shao Yunduan stood dumbfounded upon hearing of the Crown Prince's demise and the Emperor's passing.
Surveying the unfolding chaos, he couldn't help but heave a heavy sigh.
The power struggle among the three princes was far beyond the purview of a local magistrate like himself. Shao Yunduan counted himself fortunate to have requested a transfer away from the capital and the tumult of the Central Plain.
Equally bewildered was Qiao Xuan. The sudden and unbelievable turn of events left her reeling.
It felt as though she had been abruptly thrust from a peaceful existence into a semi-mad world, trapped in a surreal nightmare.
Never in her wildest dreams did she envision experiencing such turmoil firsthand.
The shock of it all lingered for days, leaving Qiao Xuan feeling adrift in disbelief.
Sensing her distress, Shao Yunduan offered words of comfort, urging her not to fret.
