Chen Wenjun had not expected Lin Yi to ask so abruptly. After a brief silence, he nodded earnestly. "I do want to marry her, but I know that given my current circumstances, you wouldn't find me suitable. Besides, I don't want her to suffer alongside me. My original plan was to work hard for two or three years. Once I had some money and moved onto solid ground, I would come to ask for your blessing. I never expected such a disaster to strike your side. Now, I have no choice but to be shameless and ask you directly: Uncle, I want to marry Lin Qin. Please, let me have her."
"I may not have much money now, but I will work hard. I won't let her suffer with me!"
"What can you use to guarantee that? I know the situation of the Tanka people all too well. I've only allowed A-Qin to get so close to you because I see you're an honest man! Sigh! Why is my girl's life so bitter? Fine, fine! Since things have reached this point, I don't dare keep her here any longer. If she agrees, then so be it." Lin Yi felt deeply pained and helpless.
Chapter 23