They sat in silence for a while before she spoke. "We are alike, except for the fact that you can remain single without having to be forced into your role in the family and whatnot."
He laughed softly and took a sip.
"Life is about opportunities. I see your circumstances and it made me think. You are the type of person who will recognize a good opportunity when it comes your way."
Qian Meng didn't understand what he meant. "That's how I made my money. But these days, life only gives me obstacles."
"It's not completely true." He gave her a pointed look.
"What? Are you saying you are my silver lining?" she joked.
"So what's your current obstacle to get through? Escaping your family and forced engagement?"
"Yes."
She looked at him, expecting to see ridicule or pity. Instead, she saw his thoughtful and calculative look. The atmosphere felt heavy. Where were her sarcasm and wit?
