It's not ancient times anymore; an uncle coveting a junior can disrupt proper norms.
Moreover, when Song Baiyan was engaged to Fang Qi back then, nothing had happened between them, yet Fang Qi unexpectedly passed away.
Otherwise, the Song Family and the Fang Family wouldn't be so distant from each other.
Song Baiyan holds a high position; he knows what to say in any situation, so how could he not have a clue unless he said it deliberately?
But why would Song Baiyan do this?
Among the political friends who played ball with Lai Wenyan today, several have daughters at home.
Song Baiyan didn't mention anyone else but specifically named the Lai Family.
An adult man's comment on a young girl's appearance wouldn't be a mere elder's compliment; it could only hold that kind of meaning.
"Xiaxia is considered top-notch in looks within the circle, and she has a good personality, so it's not surprising that Song Baiyan would like her."
