Chen Yi's unexpectedly late return this time had truly worried the people of Xiao Manor.
So much so that when he emerged after washing up and changing clothes, Xiao Wan'er could not help saying a few extra words.
Her first sentence explained what had happened: "Guanli and Hua Tang came back in the evening. After waiting and waiting without seeing you, they came to find me."
Her second distanced herself from it: "I thought you should be fine, but Wu Ge was worried, so he had Hua Tang and the others go look for you."
Xiao Wuge: ???
Xiao Wan'er ignored his look and continued reminding him:
"Next time, remember to take the main roads. You have not left the mansion many times, and there have always been estate guards accompanying you. It is easy to get lost wandering through the streets and alleys at night."
By the end, her tone inevitably carried a trace of lingering fear.
"If something had happened to you, how could I explain it to Second Sister? After all, I was the one who sent you to Hundred Herbs Hall."
Chen Yi agreed to every point, obedient and honest.
At a time like this, saying anything else would more or less displease those who cared about him.
The best thing was to stay silent, then smile.
Not long after, Xie Tingyun and Shen Huatang returned. Upon seeing him, both of them let out a breath of relief.
But after learning that he had gotten lost in unfamiliar streets and alleys, Xie Tingyun, with her carefree temperament, said bluntly:
"Son-in-law, since you are unfamiliar with the roads in the Prefectural City, you should go out less often."
Chen Yi smiled and nodded, though his eyes turned toward Xiao Wan'er.
See? I told you I should stay