After a warm family dinner, the four of them were in no hurry to part ways. Instead, they decided to head out together and enjoy the lovely night with a stroll through the streets.
The streets were brightly lit and bustling with people. Gu Yue held Tang Wulin's hand, looking every bit like a big sister taking her little brother out. Seeing how his eyes refused to leave the roadside snacks, she could not help chuckling. By now, her hands were already laden with all sorts of treats—candied hawthorn skewers, fried meat skewers, crystal buns...
"Eat slowly. Nobody's going to steal it from you." Gu Yue gazed gently at Tang Wulin's bulging cheeks, her eyes full of affection.
Walking beside them, Leng Yaozhu watched the scene with joy blossoming in her heart. She leaned toward Ya Li and whispered, "Ya Li, look at those two lovebirds. Aren't they a perfect match? My disciple's judgment might be nothing special, but when it comes to choosing a partner, her taste is just as good as mine."
Seeing Tang Wulin's adorable, gluttonous expression, Ya Li could not help laughing. "You and that mouth of yours. But honestly, watching them does remind me of the old days."
Leng Yaozhu's expression dimmed slightly before she regained her carefree air. Turning to look at Ya Li's still beautiful, saintly face, she suddenly asked, "Ya Li, let me ask you something. Back then... why were you so determined to be with Yun Ming? As I remember it, you had so many suitors. Whether in family background, status, or talent, there were plenty of people better suited to you."
Ya Li stopped walking. Her gaze seemed to pierce the bustling crowd and reach into the distant past. She shook her head gently, her voice soft yet firm. "Yaozhu,