He must know.
It is only by getting married that he truly does right by Hezhen.
Ye Qichi said, "Master Yuan, I am well aware of why you are reluctant to marry, and it is not that I do not trust your loyalty to Xiao Jinxing, but I clearly understand your true reason. Did you know, actually, by getting married you would be fulfilling a duty, whereas staying unmarried leaves room for idle thoughts, and it is the same for both you and her."
Yuan Wenkang fell silent, not saying a word.
"You must have seen Hezhen yesterday. I will not hide from you that Hezhen is currently not on good terms with Young Master. The two of them are quite distant, and their relationship is making no progress. After Hezhen saw you yesterday, she was influenced by it. If you truly want Hezhen to have a better life, you should first give Hezhen a resolution and live your own life well. Do not let her keep thinking about you," Ye Qichi persuaded.