Zhu Pingniang admired Xu Chang'an, and she had liked him greatly even before he appeared as handsome as he is now, and before he demonstrated the unique qualities that set him apart.
Moreover, Zhu Pingniang knew that Li Zhibai also liked him very much.
Clearly, for Ah Bai, Chang'an had a very special significance, which didn't even require any evidence, just the fact that Xu Chang'an could freely come and go from the Sword Hall showed Li Zhibai's high regard for him.
This is why Zhu Pingniang didn't understand.
Ah Bai is someone who values rules the most, isn't she?
Yes, that's correct.
Not only does she care about rules, she also cares about Xu Chang'an's opinion of her. From the way Li Zhibai rigorously resisted being fed, it's obvious she places great importance on maintaining a stable image in front of students.
After all, being a teacher, leading by example is the most important quality—not just one among many.
This is why Zhu Pingniang didn't understand.
