Ran Yan knew Ran Yunsheng quite well; he was a very responsible man. Outwardly, he seemed to be the most easy-going, but once he set his heart on certain things, certain people, he might never change for the rest of his life. Er Dong might receive his care and gentleness, but she would likely never have his love.
Even though marriage in the Tang Dynasty was relatively liberal, most people were still swayed by various factors, and how high could the chances be for mutual affection to lead to marriage? Especially for someone like Er Dong, who could only be propelled forward by the hand of fate, floating wherever the tide took her—she was undoubtedly very fortunate. At least, she wouldn't have to worry about food or clothing for the rest of her life, and Ran Yunsheng would certainly not treat her poorly.
"Big uncle is here," Xiao Song, dressed in a casual purple outfit, strode in. He had obviously changed out of his official uniform upon hearing that Ran Yunsheng had arrived.
