Zhang Yichen and Ran Zhihan knew in their hearts that such an outcome was best for the family. If their own headstrong actions led to the complete breakdown of the family, that would be a result neither of them wanted to see.
Not only did their actions allow those who loved them to feel happiness, but they also made their own lives more and more beautiful. If they couldn't even manage that much, then what happiness could they find in this world?
Their minds were clearer than anyone else's on this point: happiness depended on the joint efforts of two people. If it relied on just one person, then happiness would be forever out of reach in their lifetime. Neither of them was a saint, incapable of making everyone in the world love them, but if they could let go of their so-called dignity and face, then why would anyone want to be their enemy?