Cling to him?
How could it be?
Even after what happened, Bai Zhi knew she couldn't be with him.
It's not because of lack of love, but because reality doesn't allow her to do so.
Perhaps her choice might look foolish and pretentious to others, but she has to do it this way.
Being well-matched is frequently mentioned for a reason.
The disparity between their families is huge; if they were to marry, her family would definitely trouble the Duan Family repeatedly. Even though she dislikes this, she doesn't want the Duan family members to look down on the Bai family.
Although the Duan family members seem easygoing, wealthy families have their own rules. Even if they don't want to admit it, they unconsciously look down on others, including Duan Xingzhi.
Everything is beautiful now, but time wears down everything, and even strong love can't endure such wear and tear.
Duan Xingzhi might not understand, but she does.
