Could it be to deceive both the Third Manager and the Second Steward?
"What bullshit Second Steward and Third Manager, I don't regard any of them. Tian Lin, you dared to make decisions on your own, I will take your life to accompany Miss Xiao Yue in her burial!"
When Young Master Shang raised his hand, about to strike Tian Lin, the sleeve was caught by Xiao Yue.
Then, Xiao Yue opened her mouth, trying to speak yet uttered no sound.
Young Master Shang gently stroked Xiao Yue's throat, and then he heard her hoarsely whisper:
"Young Master, he is right. With my death, the Second Steward will no longer be suspicious of us. This is greatly beneficial to your plan."
Young Master Shang cried and said, "Is it really worth it for this lousy plan?"
Xiao Yue said, "As long as the young master can attain Foundation Establishment, Xiao Yue's death is beyond worthwhile—