Cai Lin's POV
I stopped and turned around. What am I offering to Lord Song? I faced him again and raised my hands.
"Forget what I said. I know what I said was unpleasant to hear and not ladylike," I utter. What am I being desperate for?
The problem was Guang Wei and his obsession with my cousin. That needs to end. My life is mine now. I know I finally have freedom after I marry the young general of the Song family.
"I'll comb my hair. Excuse me."
I stood up and sat in front of the dresser. I start combing my hair and remember what my mother told me.
She says that I'll never be someone's choice and it's better to be a concubine rather than being an old maid. I shed my tear. Why am I even crying? '
You need to be strong for your freedom, Cai Lin. You can't just cry forever!'
After reminding myself about my situation. I formed a sad smile and continued…?