"No matter how many valid reasons I have to justify myself, it can't erase the sorrow that has befallen them because of me.
"If I hadn't saved Xu Yin back then, and later kept him by my side, I can't say that none of these things would have happened on the court, but at least my family wouldn't have suffered this pain."
Pei Zhan matched her pace, slowly following behind her, "But affection and loyalty are mutual. You personally escorted your elder brothers' remains back home.
"You ensured they suffered no mishap along the way. Your two sisters-in-law, as well as Shaoyang and Shaoyuan, are grateful to you.
"So many people admire you because you are kind and passionate, willing to sacrifice for everyone around you.
"So there's no need to blame yourself. I believe, for them, it's worthwhile to do even more for you."
Fu Zhen was slightly surprised, "How did you come to think so delicately?"
