Chapter 192: Regain the Initiative

The Wang Family was notorious in the capital for being spineless bootlickers, always trying to ingratiate themselves with anyone they came into contact. The behavior extended to everyone in their household, and their aptitude for flattery only served to amplify their sycophantic reputation. As a result, Duan Lan didn't hold the slightest bit of goodwill towards them.

Even so, the entrappings of old ties between families were not matters that could be easily done away with based on personal dislike. It was the same with the arranged marriage he was consigned to, a situation he had no power to choose. Being born among the aristocrats, he was destined to relinquish certain liberties and accommodate to circumstances out of his control.

Duan Lan's countenance darkened slightly, stating, "Let's go".

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