In Ye Xinyan's opinion, Zhao Gang always harbored feelings for Madam Yin, but due to the era's emphasis on compatible matches, the disparity in their statuses was too great. Madam Yin was betrothed to Ye Hongyang from a young age, and her feelings were never directed towards him. Therefore, he never held any expectations.
Now, however, things were different. Madam Yin had divorced and returned to her family home.
Unfortunately, during this critical juncture, Tangzhou was facing turmoil caused by sea bandits. It was likely that Zhao Gang was provoked by this incident and wished to earn merit by returning with achievements, thus increasing his value.
Ye Xinyan found Zhao Gang in Marquis Zhongyong's study.
Upon hearing that Zhao Gang had been summoned there by the Marquis, she hesitated outside the study for a long while but eventually decided to enter. Who knew how long Zhao Gang would stay, and she didn't want to risk waiting outside and missing an opportunity.
