Her feelings deepened even further.
In fact, she did nothing; it was him who put in all the effort. Now that things have come to this, what reason does she have to say no?
"It's not bitter. For me, the most important thing is your attitude and perspective. Other people's thoughts are just like a cloud, blown away by the wind, and have no impact on my life."
Qiao Zhizhi held his hand, feeling its coolness and determination; this was the first time she had taken the initiative.
"As long as I nod, my family won't stop me."
Lin Songyan's eyes lit up, and his face radiated with joy: "Zhizhi, you agreed?"
"Why wouldn't I agree?" Qiao Zhizhi said, "Meeting someone you're destined to be with isn't easy, and I believe it's fate."
Lin Songyan was extremely excited, his eyes slightly reddening. He had been under a lot of pressure these past few days, and if Qiao Zhizhi refused, he might really collapse.
Even though his heart was pounding, he only gently embraced her, afraid of offending her.
"Then we'll have to trouble you to put in some extra effort with the Qiao family. Just tell them what they need. At this critical juncture when rumors are flying everywhere, the Lin family should give a little more."
Qiao Zhizhi said, "You've put yourself in this situation, so you're now in a fire pit. I'll get through this with you."
The two parted ways, and Qiao Zhizhi went home and had dinner with everyone.
After we finished eating, she said she had something to discuss.
The Qiao family is much more lively now. Not to mention the servants and guards all over the garden, there are several more people in the family. Mu Xinghe and his wife often gather with everyone under one roof.
So the hall was packed with people.
Qiao Zhizhi solemnly said, "Today, Young Master Lin proposed to me. The Lin family has no objection. For some reason, they even expressed their intention to raise the standards of etiquette, double the betrothal gifts, and follow the standards for marrying a county princess."
Her words were so direct and straightforward that her attitude and the Lin family's sincerity were immediately apparent.
The Qiao family members looked at each other, a slight tremor running through their hearts.
They had considered this beforehand: if the Lin family proposed to the Qiao family at this time, it would seem like they were settling for second best, and they would have to figure out how to respond then.
If we agree, it will make the Qiao family seem inferior, and we'll be looked down upon. If we don't agree, it's a pity for a family like the Lin family.
Grandma Qiao said, "Zhizhi, these words sound nice, but is that really what the Lin family plans?"
“Yes, because of Young Master Lin’s situation, the Lin family will make concessions,” Qiao Zhizhi said.
The dowry was doubled, and the ceremony was befitting a county princess; it was certainly a generous gesture.
However, thinking about Young Master Lin's physical defects, the Qiao family felt uneasy, as if something beautiful had been shrouded in gloom.
"Zhizhi, have you ever thought about this? If you have no children for the rest of your life, then what will you do in the future—" Wan Shi said with heartache.
"I'll figure something out," Qiao Lian'er said.
Everyone was hoping that Lian'er could come up with a solution, and now that they heard her say this, they felt very hopeful.
"At this time, by accepting the Lin family, the Lin family will only be grateful to Sister Zhizhi, and Sister Zhizhi's life will never be difficult."
"When Sister Zhizhi gives birth to children, she will be like a lucky star to the Lin family, and the Lin family will treat her even more differently."
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