"But..."
"That's enough." Before Mother Chen could continue, Chang Meihua interrupted her: "The two families only mentioned it in passing once before; the children never even spent time together. It’s nothing concrete, so let's just be open and aboveboard. If you act all secretive, it’ll look like we’ve done something shameful."
"Our family might not have those intentions, but Madame Shu was still asking me yesterday when you were returning. She didn't seem to have given up hope. Now that Zihan is suddenly married, I’m worried it might cause trouble." Mother Chen spoke with deep concern, her heart entirely set on the Ling family's well-being. Affairs of the heart could have unpleasant consequences for everyone if they turned messy.
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