Jiang Yan was a man of decisive action and ironclad authority. In his professional life, he was capable of flushing out the deepest-seated spies and breaking the most stubborn soldiers. He was the kind of person whose name alone commanded instant respect. Yet, all that capability was rendered completely useless in the presence of Sang Zhi.
Seeing her stooped over, taking a long time for her expression to return to normal, he found himself at a loss for words of comfort. With Feng Xiangdong standing right there, he couldn't speak openly. In fact, even if they were completely alone, he wasn't sure he could bring himself to say it. Should he apologize and suggest she find a private place to rub it? That would likely just earn him a couple of eye-rolls.
With the three elders already gone, Sang Zhi, not wanting to see him looking so awkward and troubled, took the initiative to change the subject. "You two go ahead with your business; I'll go buy what I need on my own."
Chapter 47