If any other man encountered such a situation, even knowing the fault was not hers, I'm afraid some misgivings would remain in his heart; what's more, there are instances where men have resorted to ridiculous actions such as divorcing their wives over such issues. After all, the expectations placed upon women in this era are far too harsh.
Even the flirtatious Sikong Ling in his previous life, before she even did anything—merely because the other concubines envied her favor and deliberately spread rumors which were entirely baseless—grew cold towards her for a month or two without asking anything. He knew she was innocent. Thus, having a husband like Han Yu, even if he had some minor flaws, occasionally acted the part of a domineering male, it truly was the greatest fortune of her life.
