"On your wedding day, don't cry. Let bygones be bygones. In the future, you must learn to respect others. Since you've chosen this young man, live well together, and stay sincere to each other for a harmonious life."
"I understand, Third Aunt." She felt deeply remorseful. Jiang Beishan regretted not having been closer to Third Aunt's family before; if she had, she might not have taken so long to understand these truths.
And she became more convinced that her third uncle's family was worth it, unlike her biological parents and grandmother.
She wanted to break off the engagement, but when her father returned, he slapped her. She realized he was someone who never gave back what he took, and only wished to exploit her as much as possible, never caring about her future happiness.
Her mother wavered, but after a beating from her father or a few sweet words, she would be coaxed back into submission.
