Hong Mian had gone, and Hong Ye let out a sigh of relief.
Qin Yuan asked, "What do you think of what Hong Mian just said?"
Hong Ye replied, "Although she was defending herself, she did make some valid points. However, because it came from her mouth, I somehow don't feel like listening."
To say that is to show some magnanimity.
Qin Yuan smiled and said, "It's good that you can think this way. She is indeed smart, but lacks stability and doesn't know her limits. With more honing, she might still be useful."
The implication being that Hong Mian might still be needed in the future.
Hong Ye asked, "Why not choose someone both virtuous and capable?"
