As Zhong Lan's belly grew larger, the entire Marquis Weiyuan's Mansion became increasingly anxious. Meanwhile, the Imperial Examination had begun, and unlike the worry for Zhong Lan, the Zhong Family did not harbor much hope for Zhong Jue's performance in the exam.
But Zhong Jue did not care because he had already lost faith in his family.
"Lady, there's no need to worry so much. The young master has been preparing for three years; he is bound to rank high this time," Ye Qiu comforted her. Having experienced certain events recently, Zhong Lan now placed the most trust in Ye Qiu, who was always by her side to assist her.
Zhong Lan sighed, "How can I not worry? If my brother does poorly this time, Grandmother and Aunt Wei will have an excuse to carelessly arrange a marriage for him."
"But you're still here, aren't you, Lady? As long as you are well, they wouldn't dare to make a move recklessly."
