Su Wenxiu recalled the past and the humiliating words Wang Siman had said to him, "Wenxiu, why don't you take a good, long look at yourself? No matter how hard you work with your family's background, it's useless. Can you guys compete with wealthy and prominent families?
"You must know your place and stop thinking that not canceling the engagement will work. Why don't you look at where your family is? Your reputation is terrible, and you're poor.
"I told you I wanted that hairpin, but you couldn't afford it. What about my betrothal money? Can your family afford it?"
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These words filled Su Wenxiu's mind, one at a time, causing his eyes to turn red with anger. He was a man of dignity, but every word Wang Siman said was a massive blow to him.
He had been busy every day under the care of his family and had forgotten about this. However, Wang Siman's appearance reminded him of what she had said.
