Prince Zhuang laughed heartily: "I was merely speaking in jest. Why take it so seriously? Mr. Gongyang, there's no need to be so worried!"
He understood, of course, that Mr. Gongyang was telling him it's normal for nobles in the Capital City to frequent places of renown. If no one visits, it's not that he's safer, but rather a sign of his incompetence, unable to draw people who come attracted by reputation.
However, if the visits of nobles cause suspicion of his loyalty, it will dishearten talented individuals.
In Mr. Gongyang's heart, there will surely be estrangement, and then he won't be able to wholeheartedly plan for him.
Prince Zhuang believed he was adept at manipulating human intentions. Except for rushing and exposing flaws in the assassination of Huangfu Jingchen, everything previous had been meticulous and thoroughly planned!
