Observing words and expressions is a fundamental skill for someone in the film and television industry.
Even though Mai Jie gradually squeezed out a smile later, Pei Yunxi still noticed the "reluctance" in this Lady Xiang.
Not everything needs to be proven with evidence.
They know who was behind the sulfuric acid incident, and the Xiang Family probably also has a clear idea of the true mastermind behind the attack on Xiang Shang a week ago.
Without a doubt.
This banquet is definitely not just a simple meal.
However...
That unforgettable scene often surfaced in Pei Yunxi's mind in the past few days.
The man who was smiling and greeting the Xiang couple had once dared to ride thousands of miles with Liao Xiangdong.
Even if the Xiang Family is brutal, how does that compare to Young Prince Ye?
The Xiang Family isn't some desperate bandit with nothing to lose; their status and wealth compel them to abide by certain rules.
That is to say, they have limits.