Bei Xingyun began explaining the reason she had left. As Grandma Bei had told her, Bei Xingyun had worked under the Lin family, got involved with Lin Ginxian, and eventually became pregnant with Bei Sangyun.
However, when she discovered that Lin Ginxian had no intention of having children, Bei Xingyun left the Lin mansion.
"I thought he would force me to abort you. So I left and returned to my hometown. But being a single mother is hard. Without any support from your father, I had to raise you all alone. I worked different jobs in the Capital... and eventually met someone."
She looked at Bei Sangyun apologetically, hoping for understanding. "That man... he is perfect. He's the love of my life. He's willing to marry me—but only me. I know this is hard for you to understand, but I see the life I've always wanted. This is my only chance to grab it. If I let it slip, I'll lose it forever and won't ever have another opportunity."
