Ye Father saw that Ye Ruoxue's expression was off and knew for sure that the matter at hand was far from trivial.
For their prestigious families in the Capital City, calm times were a blessing; but once trouble struck, it could mean the total destruction of a family or even events that could affect the political landscape.
Ye Ruoxue's eyes remained closed, the image of Minister Han constantly flitting before her. The fewer people who knew about this issue, the better the chance for finding a solution.
If the matter became common gossip, the tangled web of secrets it could unravel was unimaginable, leaving Dragon Country's fate uncertain.
The Dragon Lord had just awakened, with many issues urgently requiring attention. A problem with his Minister of Security at this crucial juncture would be a golden opportunity for the greedy power-brokers beyond the borders to make their move.
This eventuality must be avoided at all costs.