Chapter 401: Whether It Works Depends on Fate

After letting out a heavy sigh, she continued: "My second sister-in-law actually tried to hold me back—can you believe how terrifying that is? If I hadn't been clever and gone next door first to ask them to keep an eye on the time and come call me if it got late, they might've actually succeeded."

Ji Kunlan slammed her hand on the bedframe at these words: "That's just too much."

She turned to Duan Ruirui: "What do you really think?"

Duan Ruirui exhaled a long, turbid breath: "I've decided—I'll make the factory my home. No matter what they say, I won't set foot near them again. My grain and oil ration is with the factory—they can't touch me."

Ji Kunlan suddenly remembered something: "What about your aunt? Does she know about this?"

Mentioning her aunt made Duan Ruirui's face darken further: "My aunt must've taken bribes from both sisters-in-law—that's my guess, anyway. Otherwise, why would she turn against me so suddenly? Clearly, when it comes to interests, blood ties mean nothing."

Now Ji Kunlan didn't know how to respond.

Seeing both of them silent, Duan Ruirui smiled: "Alright, did I scare you? Don't worry—I'm upset, but I won't let these rotten people and rotten matters ruin my work or life."

"By the way, if you know anyone suitable, introduce me. I want to get married as soon as possible—otherwise, they'll never give up."

"That family? Only my father deserves my filial respect from now on. Everyone else? They're just familiar strangers to me. No more ties."

Liu Chuxue got up, poured her a glass of water, placed it silently beside her hand, then returned to her own bed.

She could tell—this Miss just needed someone to vent to.

After she chattered on a while longer, Liu Chuxue spoke seriously: "I'm serious. If you know any suitable matchmakers, introduce me. I want my own home. But don't worry—I won't marry just anyone. It's a lifetime commitment—I'll only marry someone I feel a connection with."

Ji Kunlan cleared her throat: "I actually do know someone suitable."

Duan Ruirui perked up instantly: "Who? Do I know them? From our factory or outside?"

Hmm—looks like this Miss has fully bounced back.

Ji Kunlan smiled: "My second brother's younger brother-in-law. His name is Xiao Wanpeng. He's the same age as us, and his character is unquestionable. But he previously had a relationship that reached the point of marriage—until her family suddenly demanded he secure a regular job for her younger brother. The engagement fell through."

"If you're not opposed, I can arrange an introduction."

After listening, Duan Ruirui thought briefly: "How long ago was this? Are you certain they're completely broken off?"

"I guarantee it. Our families already knew each other. A few days ago, my second sister-in-law said Xiao Wanpeng is a man who clearly knows right from wrong. Ever since the engagement collapsed, he cut off all contact with her. He even went to her house personally and demanded every single dowry payment back."

"She tried playing the weak, pitiful girl, hoping to make him soften—but he wouldn't budge. He made her performance fall apart. She got so furious she cursed at him outright. The engagement was finished."

"So—why not meet? Whether it works or not depends on fate."

"Fine. If you're willing to meet, I'll set it up. Honestly, she met him through a matchmaker too—no deep feelings there. You don't have to worry he'll cling to the past."