Jiang Cheng rubbed his face. Why did all of his relatives end up acting like a bunch of fucking idiots when they fell in love? There was a reason he'd agreed to a nice practical marriage. Although the fact he'd gained a strong affection for the woman since starting to court her had been a lovely surprise. Was it true love? No, probably not. Was he satisfied with it? Yes. It made him not act like these people.

Jin Ling nods at the only uncle who can look at him. He's afraid of what that means. "Yes. I'm sure. And I know you all are just looking out for me and.." Oh god, did his voice just crack there? Please no one notice that. "I want you to get to know Yuan. I get that you don't know him and you have questions but.. it's complicated and.. just.." He wasn't the one good at talking.. he frowns as he tries to come up with what he's attempting to say here.