Murong Wei and Lin Ruoying.
These high-profile, exceptional ladies of wealthy and influential families, seem far more suited for him, don't they?
Lost in thought, she unknowingly voiced her musings aloud.
"Lan Xiu, one day, you really will marry someone else..."
She could not ignore the inexplicable inferiority complex that seized her, insecurity gnawing at her.
Some people, once they fall, once they surrender, become even more terrified of loss.
She asked, "You're so amazing, what do I have to offer to be worthy of you?"
The smile on Lan Xiu's lips faded, he forcibly turned her to face him.
"Yuanya, no matter what happens in the future, all I ask is for you to believe in me, don't back down easily. Just stand behind me and ignore what others say."
His gaze met hers, intense in a way she had never seen before.
"Promise me."
The air was still, leaving only their shared breaths.
Yuanya observed his features, every detail etched in his eyes.
