[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home":3,"chapter-springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1623":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1134191,1463,"Chapter 1623","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1623",1623,"\u003Cp>Chapter 1623: Invitation Chapter 1623: Invitation Editor: Henyee Translations The two had initially planned to depart from the city after the third day of the Lunar New Year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, their intentions took an unexpected turn when they received an invitation on the second day from the Fourth Princess Consort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The invitation was for a banquet scheduled on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This unexpected development piqued their interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Apparently, the eunuch delivering the invitation had received explicit instructions from the Fourth Princess Consort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a shrill voice, he conveyed, “The Princess Consort insists that Madam Shao must attend!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No excuses will be entertained; failure to comply will displease the Princess Consort.” Qiao Xuan responded with a smile, addressing Shao Yunduan’s father, “Father-in-law, please convey my gratitude to the Fourth Princess Consort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I am truly honored that she still thinks of me during this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I am delighted and see no reason to decline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes, absolutely!” Qiao Xuan’s expression, conveying a sense of “honored acceptance,” left the young eunuch feeling as though his words had fallen on deaf ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here to witness the spectacle and perhaps revel in their discomfort, the young eunuch couldn’t shake the feeling of being observed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Excellent!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Shao, remember that!” he warned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe, unforgettable, absolutely unforgettable!” “Bah!” The young eunuch departed with a sullen expression, but Qiao Xuan’s sneer spoke volumes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“In your dreams!” The Fourth Princess Consort might have aimed to mock and humiliate her, relishing in her embarrassment, but Qiao Xuan had no intention of letting it affect her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, she couldn’t deny that dealing with such matters was a headache.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Yunduan, holding her hands, offered a reassuring smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My wife, just go and enjoy the spectacle!” Qiao Xuan looked up at him, reciprocating the smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Indeed, that seems to be the only way.” The couple grinned at each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief exchange of words, both of them began to ease up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Yunduan expressed, “It would not be wise for you to decline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Considering we are departing the capital, I doubt the Fourth Princess Consort would risk causing unnecessary trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rest assured, my wife.” Internally, Qiao Xuan mused, “I am not concerned at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Attending banquets is her specialty!” “Yes, don’t worry, husband!” Yet, a sigh escaped her as she added, “In that case, our visit to Cloud Water Town tomorrow will have to be postponed.” Shao Yunduan burst into laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even if you go in a few days, it’ll be the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spend a few more days here to make up for the ones we missed.” Qiao Xuan chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, Qiao Xuan accompanied Lixia to the Fourth Prince’s mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, the situation took an interesting turn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Fourth Prince’s household staff guided her through the residence, making numerous twists and turns before leading her to a flower hall, instructing her to wait.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was evident they intentionally left her there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reception hall lacked the warmth of a heated brick bed or a charcoal basin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its cold and austere atmosphere was accentuated by its emptiness; besides Qiao Xuan and her servant, there was no one present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given the pleasant weather, Qiao Xuan decided to take advantage of it and brought Lixia to the courtyard to enjoy the sunshine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the yard, two robust and ancient winter plum trees blossomed at the perfect time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden flowers on the branches sparkled in the bright sunlight, and the fragrance filled the air, providing a refreshing sensation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While admiring the flowers and conversing with Lixia, Qiao Xuan activated her superpower to eavesdrop on the ongoings within the mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A cacophony of noises reached her ears, prompting Qiao Xuan to retract her superpower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Utilizing it in a bustling environment proved challenging due to the myriad voices and incessant noise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The residence lacked the tranquility necessary for effective use, a drawback that made Qiao Xuan feel lightheaded after a prolonged attempt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This superpower, she realized, was better suited for information gathering in open landscapes and wilderness rather than crowded places.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, within the mansion, the only discernible sounds were servants gossiping, various discussions, and envy expressed toward the madams and young ladies attending the banquet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amidst the chatter, there were also whispers of mockery and gloating aimed at Qiao Xuan.\u003C\u002Fp>",717,"2026-06-03T12:01:06.895Z","2026-06-03T12:01:09.505Z",1,"novelbin.me","fe4c357f6d9eaa6fc8b082055b511709497095840d5a371ce0d40b625147852b","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1624","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1622",2438,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fspringtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-cover.jpg"]