Previously, he wanted to become a renowned scholar, but now he doesn't even think about it. He doesn't associate with academic places at all, focusing solely on his business, appearing to outsiders as nothing but a money-driven merchant.
"In your opinion, if the Emperor is wary of you, it means he's wary of our entire mansion. Why then does he allow your brother to progress?"
Ye Zi'an enjoys discussing these matters with his son; it gives him unique perspectives each time, making him feel that speaking with his eldest opens up his mind.
"Father, the Emperor may not necessarily be wary of the Ye Family." Discussing this topic made him more serious, "I believe it's more about the art of imperial balance. You must understand, whether it's my title or Qingqing's future inheritance of the marquis, these are merely nominal at present. They seem impressive now, but eventually, you will retire from the court, and our Ye Family will have no influence there, leaving only a facade."
