Ji Pengyu did not try to dissuade her, but said in a deep voice, "Xiang Wan, have you thought this through? The man your mother chose for you is well-read, gentle, and of high moral character. If you miss him, you may never find such a good match again in the world."
Xiang Wan looked up and saw that Old Madam Ji, Madam Ruan, and Ji Meiniang were all looking at her. She couldn't help but smile and said, "Uncle, Aunt, Mother, Grandmother, I know you all mean well and want me to have a good marriage. But, in your eyes, such a perfect person, why should he marry me? The Cao family, the Ji family, and even the Qiu family are insignificant in this capital city where even throwing a brick can reach the gates of a prestigious family. They have no special achievements. It is said that one should marry into a humble family and marry off one's daughter to a wealthy family, but how many families in this world are truly willing to follow this rule? I have seen the life my mother has lived. Rather than being locked in the inner quarters dealing with trivial matters in the future, I would rather be like my uncle and aunt, sharing joys and sorrows, and life and death with my other half."
Ruan Shi and Ji Pengyu beside her exchanged a glance, their eyes reddening.
Back then, when she married Ji Pengyu, she wasn't after his status or wealth; she simply felt he was someone she could entrust her life to. Over the years, they've supported each other through thick and thin, their love growing stronger than ever. To have such a wonderful husband in her life, even if she lived a life of poverty, she would be happy.
Grandma Ji sighed and remained silent. Ji Meiniang's eyes were filled with tears, and a flood of grievances overwhelmed her.
Xiang Wan took out a silk handkerchief and wiped away Ji Meiniang's tears while saying, "Mother, life is something you make yourself. Step out of this world, and there's a wider sky to explore."
Ji Meiniang remained silent, stunned for a long time, and finally let out a sigh.
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