Fan Fangfang’s expression shifted slightly. She pressed her lips together and spoke slowly, "Actually, when I came of age, I was betrothed to a young gentleman. But before we could be wed, I gained a great deal of weight. I felt I had no face to show anyone, so I broke off the engagement..."
Shen Mingshu took up the thread, "So you married into Huaihua Village and prepared to waste away your life?"
Fan Fangfang nodded, her lips pursed, and let out a soft sigh, her smile somewhat bitter.
Chapter 23