Unconcerned

But Princess Consort had indeed given them those instructions.

Qiao Xuan had initially planned to inform Shao Yunduan about this matter. She believed that if Shao Yunduan knew about it, he would be equally perturbed. Perhaps it was the Fourth Princess Consort's strategy, and it might not be worth the effort. Consequently, she decided to maintain her silence and observe the Fourth Princess Consort's intentions closely.

She was determined to discern the Fourth Princess Consort's motives.

Qiao Xuan refrained from disclosing the actual situation and instead informed Shao Yunduan that the Fourth Princess Consort had extended an invitation for her to visit the mansion for a flower-related event.

Anticipating that the Fourth Princess Consort would inevitably invite the Princess Consort to the banquet, Shao Yunduan instructed Qiao Xuan to seek the Princess Consort's support.