Zu An had no idea how to reply to that.

Pei Mianman, who was hiding nearby, was speechless as well, but for a different reason.

“All right, I have to go now,” San Cai said with a smile. “Big brother, do you have anything you want to say to me?”

Zu An’s tone grew serious. “San Cai, from what I’ve seen, putting aside the hostile way in which each side sees the other for now, this Ji Chang seems like an outstanding person. You don’t always have to think about doing what’s best for the Shang State. It would be more than enough if you spent your days peacefully with him. Please do not let your considerations for our matters prevent you from obtaining happiness.”

San Cai curled her lips in a sneer. “Is that all you wanted to say to me?”

With that, she turned and left, dissatisfaction written on her face.

In the end, though, she still turned around and said quietly, “In truth, I don’t really feel much towards that Ji Chang, or whatever his name is.”

After she said this, she fled.

Zu An was baffled by this whole series...