Tianxue said, "Go ahead, we're just playing together. It's not like you have to ride."
Seeing everyone's gaze fixed on her, as if they wouldn't tolerate her refusal, Wanqing had no choice but to grit her teeth and say, "Alright."
Du Qian answered with a laugh, tossing her head back to drain the red wine from her glass.
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The next morning, at the Du family's large residence. The four newly united as family members gathered to have their breakfast. Du Qian informed Du Yuanming about their plan to go horse riding with Wanqing.
Of course, Du Yuanming was delighted that Du Qian accepted Wanqing and even included her in activities. Yet, since they're family now, regardless of blood relation, he believed in treating everyone equally. Even though Du Qian had consulted with Wanqing, he couldn't just rely on her word alone. He decided to ask Wanqing for her opinion as well.
"Just the two of you? Wanqing, can you ride a horse?"