Exchanging a glance, they both felt a twinge of vexation.
Incidents of this nature were the most troublesome and delicate to navigate.
A misstep could irreparably tarnish the girl's reputation, effectively ruining her prospects for life.
Though they harbored no fondness for the girl, they didn't wish for her to suffer such a fate.
During the journey, Hang Xingshan had provided a brief overview of the situation.
Tonight's events were quite coincidental.
Fan Ruyin had taken her daughter, Bai Ruirui, to visit relatives and only returned after dinner.
En route home, they passed by Zhenxiang Restaurant. Bai Ruirui, seized by a sudden craving, expressed a desire to purchase their signature crisps. Upon alighting from the carriage with a maid in tow, she unexpectedly collided with Sun Meng and his companions, who were exiting the establishment after indulging in a few drinks.
