Lost in thought, she thought of Shuang'er, who was with Qing'er. She didn't know whether Qing'er wanted to keep Shuang'er by her side or marry her off, so she didn't count Shuang'er.

Xuan'er and Ying'er were going to be married off in a grand manner. After following her for so many years, finding them good families would be the best arrangement she could make for them.

Following her had delayed them for so many years; she hoped that everyone around her could find happiness before she left.

"Yes, I will."

Hearing Shen Nian's words, Qing'er nodded.

"There are more red ropes over there, I'll go get another one."

Upon hearing Qing'er's words, Chen Nian prepared to go and get it.

"Wait a minute, Niannian, aren't you going to hang one up for yourself?"

Qing'er heard that she had hung up on everyone she cared about, but forgot about herself.

"Me? I don't need it."

Chen Nian waved her hand casually; she didn't believe in any of this, let alone...

"Why?"

That feeling is back again, as if Niannian has never thought about getting married?

"Someone like me shouldn't bother the God of Love, so as not to delay others."

Chen Nian looked up at the tree full of red ribbons and murmured softly.

"Qing'er, wait here for me, I'll go get one for Shuang'er."

It's still early, there's still time.

Chen Nian didn't answer Qing'er's question and skipped out.

The voice was too soft for Qing'er to hear clearly, but how could Ertai, a martial artist, not hear it? His bright eyes dimmed for a moment as he stared at the hopping figure running away, a hint of loneliness flashing in his eyes.

Why do you always have to belittle yourself? You have a good mindset.

"Ertai, it seems like Niannian has no plans to get married. What about you? What are your thoughts?"

Watching the people run away, Qing'er turned to look at Ertai beside her, wanting to see what he thought.

She wouldn't force Niannian, so Ertai had no choice but to compromise.

Human nature is biased; her first choice was Nian Nian.

She knew that Ertai had done a lot for Niannian, but that was not a reason to make Niannian do things she didn't like.

She knew Ertai's feelings for Niannian, and Ertai also knew that to win Niannian's heart, he had to get past her. Neither of them beat around the bush; both were smart and got straight to the point.

"If she doesn't want to, then I'll wait. I'm not in a hurry."

He could wait for her his whole life; he wasn't in a hurry, because he couldn't live without her.

Looking at the person holding a red ribbon not far away, his eyes were full of deep affection and determination.

"You, work hard, and I will try my best to help. As for the Empress Dowager, as long as you get Nian Nian's consent, it's basically over."

Qing'er saw through Ertai's attitude. She indicated that Ertai had passed her test and gave her some pointers.

Thank you—

Ertai cupped his hands in a gesture of respect to Qing'er, his expression sincere and full of gratitude.

"You should confess your feelings to Niannian as soon as possible. Feelings are the most unstable thing."

Qing'er sighed, seemingly lost in thought.

"I will."

Ertai nodded.

He wanted to try things out, regardless of whether they were successful or not.

If she doesn't want to get married, then he'll wait. Anyway, he's stuck with her now, and as long as he's alive, she can only be his.

It's okay if she doesn't want to get married. He'll wait until she wants to get married, and then they'll get married. He won't force her or pressure her. As long as she doesn't push him away, that's fine. Being able to stay by her side is good enough.

He could tell that she had a knot in her heart.

She has a problem, that's okay, he'll help her solve it. Even if it can't be solved in a short time, he has plenty of time to spend with her.

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