So, perhaps it's better to break up while I still have the chance to choose.
After a long pause, Liu Daqing finally let out a deep sigh. "Yan Xixi," he said slowly, "if you maintain this mindset, I don't think you'll find happiness with any man. No, you might never find happiness at all."
She remained silent. In truth, she had no intention of finding another man. No matter who it might be, she would still have to face this problem. A lifetime isn't particularly long, nor is it short; why must one insist on settling for a man? As long as she could provide for herself and live comfortably, was there truly such a pressing need for one? Surely not.
"Empress Dowager, I still hope you won't tell Wan Donglin," she requested.
