Throughout the journey, Zhang San inquired about what had happened to Shen Zhongdian, but Shen Zhongdian replied that it was not convenient to discuss in public due to the crowded and noisy environment.
Zhang San then realized that the matter might be more serious than how Shen Zhongdian was presenting it at the moment.
Soon, Zhang San followed Shen Zhongdian to the Shen Family's residence.
Only when they reached Shen Wei's study did Zhang San notice that Shen Wei looked many times more aged than he had appeared in the imperial court before.
"Minister Shen, is this... are you about to pass away? Should I help you manage your inheritance while you're still here?"
Shen Wei grimaced.
With a pained expression, he said, "Zhang San! I'm already like this, stop joking."
