Too much of a coincidence.

While having tea, Zheng Xiang's eyes were fixated on Hou Wei, following her movements closely. At this point, he wasn't even listening to Yang Ning's stories; instead, he simply sat there, drinking one cup after another of tea, just to extend Hou Wei's stay in the dining room.

Since she had come at Yang Ning's special request, she was soon called to the imperial medicine department and had to return to the office.

When she left, Zheng Xiang had no reason to stay any longer either. As soon as Hou Wei returned to the medicine department, Zheng Xiang also departed.

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After Zheng Xiang returned to his pavilion, Zheng Liang wanted to spend some intimate moments with his wife. However, he was informed by Gu Lan that there was an urgent matter that needed his attention and needed to be reported immediately.