Chapter 1160: Hatred
Editor: Henyee Translations
In the chilly late autumn night, the warmth within the room felt exceptionally precious, providing comfort and solace to its inhabitants.
Antic.i.p.ating the possibility of Shao Yunduan waking up in the middle of the night or needing a drink, Songshi had thoughtfully left an oil lamp emitting a dim yellow light concealed behind a screen, covered with a gauze veil. This thoughtful gesture not only allowed her to sleep undisturbed but also facilitated visibility in the room.
Shortly after Songshi’s departure, a faint stirring disrupted the tranquility of the room.
Qiao Wei, who had been hiding in the corner, emerged with cautious steps. Her eyes fell upon Shao Yunduan lying on the bed, and a contemptuous sneer appeared on her face.
She was convinced that Shao Yunduan was thoroughly inebriated and out of his senses. With this belief, she approached the bed, standing there with an air of arrogance, and gazed down at him with disdain and bitterness in her eyes.
Qiao Wei could not muster any positive feelings for this man, especially considering how he had sided with Qiao Xuan.
Her heart was filled with nothing but animosity and resentment.
The mere thought of marrying him intensified her annoyance and repulsion.
Nevertheless, despite her inner turmoil, she remained resolute and unwavering in her decision not to change her mind.
As Qiao Wei recollected Qiao Xuan’s shocked, angry, and helpless reaction to the incident, she found a slight sense of satisfaction wash over her.
With an icy determination etched on her face, she began to unfasten her clothes.
However, just as she was in the midst of this act, Shao Yunduan unexpectedly let out a snort and swung his leg, kicking towards her. Coincidentally, she was about to remove her belt, and the unexpected kick caught her off guard, causing her to lose balance and fall to the ground with a sharp scream. Quickly, she covered her mouth to stifle any further noise.
Aware that Songshi was still present in the yard, she knew she couldn’t afford any disturbances.
“d.a.m.n it!” she whispered through gritted teeth, clutching her aching stomach. She cursed under her breath before pulling herself back up from the ground, trying to regain her composure.
Her instincts alerted Qiao Wei that something was amiss, and as she comprehended the situation, her eyes widened in terror, and a chilling sensation engulfed her.
Unbeknownst to her, Shao Yunduan had already slipped off the bed and was now standing silently behind her, his gaze cold and intense. Startled, she was on the verge of screaming when he quickly stifled her cries by pressing a pillow against her mouth and nose, forcefully pushing her against the wall.
Qiao Wei struggled desperately, her fear and loathing for Shao Yunduan reaching their peak. She despised this lowly commoner for his audacity.
Shao Yunduan’s strong hands showed no mercy as he held her firmly, refusing to release his grip. His icy stare bore into Qiao Wei, devoid of any spoken words or questions about her presence.
The lack of air was taking its toll on Qiao Wei, leaving her dizzy and gasping for breath. The intensity of the situation overwhelmed her, and she eventually lost consciousness, collapsing to the ground.
Upon witnessing her collapse, Shao Yunduan paused, his expression contorted with concern and confusion as he observed the woman before him.
Gradually, the pieces of the puzzle fell into place, and he realized the truth of the matter.
Due to excessive drinking at the gathering earlier, when they returned home, Shao Yunduan and Qiao Xuan found Qiao Wei pleading with them to reconcile with the Qiao Family. She claimed that her parents regretted their decision and missed Qiao Xuan, urging them to return home. Qiao Wei seemed to seize any opportunity to show up at this critical moment.
During this period Qiao Xuan, heavily intoxicated, had been considered to go to the nunnery to pray for blessings. His lack of control over his actions made it plausible that something might have transpired between him and Qiao Wei.