Si Chen, being the doctor personally hired by Professor Qu, started his career from a remote countryside. Many people didn't understand Professor Qu's decision. There were, after all, plenty of capable doctors in Kyoto. They couldn't comprehend why Professor Qu favoured Si Chen so specially, sparking envy behind their backs.
Although Si Chen and Tong Yao were both introverts, not prone to flaunting, their stunning appearances were anything but low-key. Such a handsome man and beautiful woman paired together were rare, hence everything they did was viewed as showing off by others.
Si Chen lacked a prominent background and Tong Yao's job wasn't prestigious, so discussions about them did not offend anyone. Naturally, the gossip about them was quite enthusiastic.
Liu Qing, living next to Tong Yao and having more interactions with her, tended to know more. She'd often chat about little things Tong Yao added to her household. Everyone clung to Liu Qing's every word about Tong Yao.