“Madam, please be careful with your words. My relationship with Brother Zuo has always been that of simple siblings. It’s just that we hit it off, especially in business where we can share resources and achieve mutual benefits. That’s why we see each other more often.”

And at that time, I almost always came back to see Brother Zuo to talk about things, and Tang Ya Zi always accompanied me. He hadn't gone to join the army yet at that time.

Speaking of childhood sweethearts, love blossoming over time, besides Luofeng Tang, there's no one else.

“Qing’er, don't be nervous, just be careful.” Lao Fuzi Zu stretched out her hand and patted Yang Ruqing's back gently.

"I mean no harm. This isn't just idle chatter because I'm bored at noon, you know? Of course, I understand that your relationship with Junmo is pure and innocent like siblings. Otherwise, you wouldn't have married Fengtang," Old Madam Zu continued.

Yang Ruqing stopped coughing and raised her head to smile gratefully at the old lady, "It's good that you understand, Grandmother."

Left Matriarch withdrew her hand and took a sip of tea to moisten her throat. Then she continued, "What I said earlier was actually to tell you that when everyone, including you and him, were unmarried, my son Junmo might have had some feelings for you."

“But later, you became engaged to Fengtang. My Junmo’s affections ended there. From then on, he just treated you like a younger sister. He's such a good child, always understanding and considerate, it makes your heart ache.”

"At that time, I told him, if you truly have feelings for Qinger, then go and try to win her over! You don't even try, how can you assume she won't choose you, and that you have no chance?"

"What do you think he said?" asked Old Madam Zu.

Yang Ruqing was stunned for a moment, then raised her head and smiled, shaking her head.

Left Old Madam said, “He said, what’s yours is yours, you can’t escape it, and what isn’t yours, no matter how hard you try, it won’t be yours.”

Yang Ruqing smiled again. Zuo Junmo was right, fate is something that is destined by heaven.

Just like her and Luofeng Tang, she was originally betrothed to Mu Zichuan.

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But in the end, she ended up with Luofengtang. This was fate's arrangement.

God makes all the matches, who you end up with is already decided.

"I told him, 'My foolish son, don't you want her to know your feelings?'"

“But he said, if it's destined not to work out, he wouldn't say anything. Not saying anything, everyone avoids embarrassment. Saying it, the result of being rejected remains unchanged. He loses face and embarrasses the other person. In the future, doing business together or socializing becomes awkward.”

Yang Ruqing nodded, "Yes, what Left Big Brother said is indeed reasonable. It would be awkward, some things are better left unknown."

Left Madam leaned forward slightly: "Qinger, the reason I called you here today is to tell you and Lord Junmo about his secrets from when he was young. Do you think it will make things awkward for you two in the future?"

Yang Ruqing resolutely shook her head.

“No, because you're telling me here that as long as I don't say anything, I pretend not to know, and then Brother Zuo naturally wouldn't know either, so no one would be embarrassed.” she said.

"Qinger, you truly are a bright child. No wonder Jun Mo treated you differently from other women." Left Old Madam continued.

“Qing’er, since we've come this far, let me say a few more words on behalf of Jun Mo. I have a question for you.”

"If it weren't for Feng Tang that year, would you have married my Jun Mo?" Left Elder Mrs. asked eagerly.

It seems like, I'm very very looking forward to this answer.

Yang Ruqing fell silent, as if seriously contemplating this question she had never considered before.

After a moment, she raised her eyes and smiled faintly: "Brother Zuo is excellent. Back then, to be seen by him and favored by him was my fortune."

But there are no ifs in this world, especially when it comes to serious matters like marriage. I never make any other assumptions; I only focus on reality.

"But in reality, the man who loves me reciprocally is Luo Fengtang. Whether it's appearance, character, or conduct, only Luo Fengtang can make me want to marry him. He is my destined fate, and I believe in destiny and fate!"

Speaking of this, Yang Ruoqing's smile faded from her face, and she said seriously: "So, I'm really sorry, I'm destined not to be able to give you an answer to this question, Grandma."

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Left Madam smiled bitterly.

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“Oh, Qing’er, Qing’er, can't you please comfort this old woman and say something insincere to make me happy? You always have to tell the truth?” she said with a helpless expression.

Yang Ruqing also smiled wryly, "If it were someone else, I would definitely say some insincere words. But facing you and Brother Zuo, I don't want to lie because I truly regard Brother Zuo as a close brother."

“For so many years, if it weren't for Brother Zuo's support, my business wouldn't have been this big and successful. Brother Zuo has shown me great kindness!”

"I understand, I understand it all. Your honest and straightforward personality is rare, perhaps it's precisely because you are this kind of person, unwilling to blindly agree or compromise, that so many women want to marry Jun Mo, but Jun Mo refuses them all, yet only you have ever entered his heart."

"Grandmother…" Yang Ruqing spoke up, interrupting Old Madam Left's words.

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“Let’s leave those old stories for now. Cherishing the present moment is more important.” Yang Ruohua added.

Left Old Madam was startled for a moment, then nodded, "Yes, what you said is right. You and Feng Tang are deeply in love, with both children and a happy family. You sing the same tune and follow each other well, living a good life."

As for Jun Mo's side, if there is a suitable girl, you help him keep an eye out.

“Perhaps, with your vision and recommendation, he would be willing to accept that girl?” said Lao Fu.

Yang Ruqing nodded, "Grandma, don't worry, since you said this to me, I will definitely keep it in mind."

"If I met a suitable girl, I would definitely introduce her to Elder Left. I also hope that Elder Left can meet a good match and start a family soon, with both sons and daughters!"

Left Lady nodded: "I dream of holding my grandson, he's made me wait too long..."

Yang Ruqing curled her lips, "There will definitely be. When the opportunity comes, everything will naturally come."

Left Lady Zhang yawned twice, and Yang Ruqing stood up.

"Grandma, you've finished your meal, why not take a midday nap?" Yang Ruqing said.

Left Granny nodded. "It's true, I feel a bit sleepy. Every day at this time, I need to lie down for a while. It's just not comfortable if I don't."

Yang Ruqing smiled and nodded. As the maidservant entered, Yang Ruqing went with her to help the elderly mistress lie down. Then she left the maidservant to attend to her side while she returned to her guest room.

When they came to Lai Zujang's house for the New Year greetings, Yang Ruqing and Luofengtang had already made an agreement on the way that they would stay here for two or three days before returning home because the journey was a bit far.

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