Upon hearing this address, Chu Heng knew immediately that his cousin had touched a sore spot, and, furious with embarrassment, wanted to chase him away. He could hardly restrain himself from bursting into laughter three times to express his current jovial mood.
It was then when Yan Junyu, who had been silent all this while, suddenly remarked, "Look at that downcast appearance of yours. Could it be that you were chased out by Mao Tuan? Mao Tuan has been raised by your Lady from its cub days, not only are their affections deep, but it also clings to her. At this time, especially, if it has come looking for her, would it even tolerate your presence?"
At these words, the civil and military Ministers exchanged glances, turning their eyes curiously towards Xiao Ruiyuan, whose complexion was so dark it seemed ink would drip from it. Could it be like Young Master Yan said, this Great General Xiao was chased out of the bridal chamber by his wife's beloved pet on his wedding night?