The next day, after the early court session, Earl Ye stopped Zhou Shuren, "Shall we walk together?"
Zhou Shuren was surprised; he had no relationship with Earl Ye, "Sure, please."
Earl Ye deliberately widened the distance from the people in front, and once confirmed they couldn't hear, spoke softly, "Marquis Zhou has always been a person of integrity in my eyes."
Though not predictable, he is principled.
Zhou Shuren, "If you have something to say, just say it. No need to flatter me."
Earl Ye smiled, "Then I'll be straightforward. I know you don't like the Duke of Yongan's residence."
Zhou Shuren understood what he was getting at, "Rest assured, I don't hold grudges without cause. As long as they don't provoke me, I won't act out of spite."
Earl Ye stopped to show respect, "I admire your integrity, Marquis."
