On Purpose

Fan Ruyin and her mother harbored deep dissatisfaction. Upon learning that, aside from the Shao Family and the Yuezheng Family, no one else possessed these fruits, they reluctantly resigned themselves to the situation.

Attempting to threaten Lord Shao was futile; the Yuezheng Family's status transcended mere familial ties within Anze Province. Despite the Fan Family's influence, they were powerless to alter the situation.

Moreover, the Yuezheng Family's comparable power level only exacerbated the Fan Family's frustration.

To add insult to injury, before they could extend their congratulations at the state office, they were denied the opportunity to taste the prized fruits.

Their indignation heightened when they learned that Madam Shao had generously sent two large fruit baskets to the Mei Family and the Huo Family. Laden with mangoes, kiwis, bananas, dragon fruits, mangosteens, and the most precious strawberries, the baskets were overflowing.