Chapter 216: Comparing Status

"Little Song, you also shouldn't feel any burden about this," Uncle Shen said. "Your aunt and I have expectations, but that doesn't mean we're forcing you to agree to anything. You two can get to know each other first."

Song Xiaodong nodded and said, "Okay, I'll just let this Su Zeyu give up this hope first."

Shen Dongyang laughed heartily and said, "It's so simple to talk with a smart person."

Song Xiaodong shrugged his shoulders, giving a helpless, bitter smile.

Shen Dongyang continued, "Su Zeyu's grandfather was formerly the third in command in our province. Although he has stepped down, his father is now the second in command in an important department in the province. Even though his rank is the same as mine, his potential for promotion is evidently greater. And with the network his grandfather has built up, I can't afford to offend them. So despite knowing he's not suitable for Shen Yue, I can't act too unpleasantly. That's why I need you to put in more effort."