Although Yan Shu's words weren't directly aimed at Lu Zhang, everyone knew who she was referring to.
Previously, whether they didn't know each other's true identities or after their identities were revealed, they rarely spoke to each other, even in such indirect conversations.
Lu Zhang's expression was somewhat displeased; being mocked by his brother was one thing, but being scorned by his "never met" new wife was something else entirely.
He opened his mouth awkwardly, not out of anger, but more out of feeling helpless.
Yan Shu's bravery and demeanor had been witnessed by Lu Zhang all along, particularly her exquisite riding skills, which set her apart from the women of Jin Country with a distinctly different aura.
All these left him with nothing to retort, nor any way to express dissatisfaction.
Lu Zhang glanced at Zhu Yu, recalling what Lu Qing had said earlier. He pursed his lips uneasily and mustered his courage to echo, "Exactly right, I was indeed inconsiderate just now.
