Chapter 1996: Dream

Fan Ruyin staunchly refused to believe that her daughter would intentionally endanger herself by rushing out to stop the carriage.

Her recent mood had soured considerably. Her relationship with her mother had deteriorated, leaving her feeling partly responsible for the decline of the Fan family. She was certain her mother held her accountable for their misfortunes. As for her brothers and sisters-in-law, they treated her as the scapegoat, eagerly wishing to cast her out.

Even the servants within her courtyard bore the brunt of the household’s turmoil.

But she felt powerless to change the situation.

At times, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of disappointment. She had been groomed to be the Elder Miss of the Fan Family since childhood. Why should she be forced into marriage as an adult? Why couldn’t she assert her rightful position as the Miss of the Fan Family? Who had the authority to look down upon her?

While she could bear the scorn from others, there were moments when the injustice burned within her like a raging fire. Yet, even her own flesh and blood daughter dared to deceive her. How could she tolerate such betrayal?

Fan Ruyin was no fool, particularly in matters of sensitivity.

This time, Bai Ruirui’s attempts at deception fell flat. Pushed to her breaking point, she tearfully confessed the truth.

However, the truth resembled more of a fabrication, stoking Fan Ruyin’s wrath to new heights.

Bai Ruirui’s tears only intensified after being scolded for her honesty, her heart heavy with grievance.

Witnessing her daughter’s distress, Fan Ruyin wavered once more. Perhaps this time, she should believe her daughter’s account. After all, her anguish seemed genuine.

However, the story seemed too fantastical to be true!

Fan Ruyin consoled Bai Ruirui and delved further into the details. Eventually, she found herself inclined to believe her daughter’s tale.

Bai Ruirui confided in her mother, revealing that during a bout of high fever, she had entered a dreamlike state. In this dream, she gleaned insights and knowledge.

She became aware that Shao Yunduan wasn’t just an ordinary Prefect; he was destined for greatness!

The dream, with its vivid and surreal nature, left her shaken. Initially skeptical of such phenomena, Bai Ruirui found herself astounded when events unfolded in the following days, aligning with her dream.

In light of this revelation, how could Bai Ruirui harbor any doubts?

Moreover, considering Shao Yunduan’s remarkable achievements at such a young age and his promising future, it was plausible that he would encounter influential figures even in the remote region of Anze Province.

With the impending closure of the village shop, Bai Ruirui couldn’t bear to let the opportunity slip through her fingers.

If the chance was within reach, why should she relinquish it?

Regardless of the risks, getting close to Shao Yunduan seemed like a gamble worth taking.

Fan Ruyin and her daughter felt a surge of determination and fervor.

Though her siblings-in-law now despised her, blaming her for the family’s woes, Fan Ruyin harbored visions of a future where her daughter’s success would elevate the Fan Clan to new heights. If her daughter could bring glory to the family and support its prosperity, what recourse would her detractors have then?

When the time came, she vowed to exact revenge for the humiliation they inflicted upon her. They would rue the day they underestimated her.

It wasn’t too late to seek retribution, and Fan Ruyin was prepared to endure any hardships.

Thus, Bai Ruirui and her daughter began to strategize.

However, their attempts ended in repeated failures, becoming fodder for gossip and causing considerable embarrassment to the elder masters of the Fan family. Eventually, they were placed under house arrest, with even Old Lady Fan withholding her support.

Frustrated and desperate, Fan Ruyin and her daughter exhausted every avenue to no avail. They could only bide their time at home, seething with anger and anxiety.

With Madam Shao back in the picture, stirring up trouble was out of the question. It was best to exercise patience for now.

After all, opportunities would surely arise…

Due to this, Qiao Xuan returned to Anze City without encountering any further disturbances. Fan Ruyin and her mother seemed to have ceased causing trouble altogether.