The scene Xiao Yi had witnessed was, in fact, a misunderstanding.
Shen Mingzhu had been deeply worried about Song Yao’s health over the past few days, leading her to visit the Chancellor's Estate quite frequently. Between that and the myriad affairs of her shop requiring her attention, she had been physically drained. That was the only reason for the scene that Xiao Yi had observed.
"Are you all right?" Pei Zongxuan asked, pulling Shen Mingzhu into his arms, a flash of concern crossing his face.
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