The reason it's so late is that he was thinking about something, and also sent someone to find out about the Lin Family's situation.
After having that strange dream, he couldn't help but take it seriously.
Once it entered his mind, this thought couldn't be ignored. He wasn't someone who was clueless.
After finding out all the details, he led the dog over, planning to make contact. If it was a good fit, he would engage further, but if not, he wouldn't dwell on it. After all, this was ancient society with too many considerations.
In modern society, people think more alike, without so many taboos, and can act more freely and boldly.
He never expected to change people who have grown up in such a society; that would be too difficult.
Upon arriving here, he saw Shi Wen in front of the shop, looking as though she had suffered a lot of bullying.
