Reborn in 72, I hunt to support my family and spoil my younger sister rotten.

"A pledge of allegiance?" Li Xiangyang was taken aback, then realized that the other party's 'family' had come to demand an explanation. He smiled and gestured, "Everyone, it's so cold outside, we can't finish talking all at once, can we? Why don't we go inside and talk?"

"No!" Ma Xiuying waved her hand. "We'll talk right here."

Zhang Li, smiling, tried to smooth things over: "It's a bit cold, let's get straight to the point. Tell me quickly, what do you need him to promise?"

At this moment, Li Xiaoyun, who was hiding behind the crowd, lowered her head and her ears turned bright red.

"Alright, it's terribly cold today, we can't waste time, I'll go first!" Ma Xiuying pressed her advantage, holding up one finger, "First, you're not allowed to raise your voice to Xiaoyun anymore!"

“Of course.” Li Xiangyang nodded.

"Secondly," Li Dabao continued, "Xiaoyun must manage the money after the marriage!"

“Of course,” Li Xiangyang readily agreed.

"Third," Zhang Li's eyes darted around, "major family matters must be discussed with Xiao Yun; no one is allowed to make decisions on their own!"

"no problem."

"fourth......"

"Wait!" Li Xiangyang quickly interrupted, "These rules, one after another, sound like family regulations!"

"Isn't it just family rules?" Ma Xiuying said, hands on her hips. "We're all Xiaoyun's family, what's wrong with setting some rules for you? Let me tell you, if she suffers any injustice, I'll be the first to hold you accountable!"

Everyone burst into laughter, and even Li Xiaoyun couldn't help but chuckle.

“Okay, I’ll add one more thing,” Zhang Li suddenly said seriously, “If Xiaoyun wants to go back to the city, you have to support her.”

Just as Li Xiangyang was about to agree, Li Xiaoyun suddenly spoke up: "No need." She raised her head, her gaze firm, "I want to stay here and teach."

Hearing this, everyone was taken aback, then Zhang Li led the applause, "Well done! Comrades, that's enough, the young couple obviously don't need our concern."

After Zhang Li finished speaking, everyone agreed that she made sense and was about to let Li Xiangyang go. However, Ma Xiuying insisted, "No way! Talk is cheap! A pledge of loyalty isn't just about words; you need to show some real results!"

"Yes, yes, yes!" everyone echoed.

Li Xiangyang reached into his pocket and found it empty, which made him feel a little embarrassed.

Seeing this, Li Xiaoyun said softly, "How about..."

"Come on," Ma Xiuying interrupted with a laugh, "Who really asked you for anything? I'm just teasing you because you two have a good relationship."

"Exactly, look how anxious Xiaoyun is. Alright, let's not make things difficult for him, it's so cold outside."

Just as everyone was about to leave, a loud slamming sound came from inside the house.

Standing by the window, Su Yan looked at the joyful scene outside and unconsciously gripped the curtains tighter.

Moonlight streamed in through the window, illuminating her slightly pale cheeks.

That silly boy who used to dote on her has now completely become someone else's.

"If only I had known..." Su Yan's hands clenched tighter on the curtains, "If only I had known he would end up like this, I..."

Before she could finish speaking, she heard Li Xiaoyun's clear laughter.

That laughter carried happiness, a happiness she once scorned but could never attain again.

"Why?" A hint of jealousy flashed in Su Yan's eyes. "Why does she get such a good Li Xiangyang? If it weren't for me back then..."

She didn't dare finish her sentence.

Yes, if it weren't for her, Li Xiangyang might have ended up like this.

Thinking of this, Su Yan felt a tightness in her chest.

The laughter and chatter outside the window gradually faded away, but Su Yan remained standing there, motionless.

Li Xiangyang promised to help her return to the city, but at this moment, she wished he had never made that promise.

Hearing the door slam, Li Xiangyang and Li Xiaoyun exchanged a glance, both seeing worry in each other's eyes.

Although Su Yan is quiet now, no one can say for sure what she might do.

"Xiangyang," Li Xiaoyun said softly, "why don't you go and talk to Su Yan?"

Li Xiangyang nodded: "That's exactly what I was thinking. This matter needs to be clarified sooner or later."

Seeing this, Zhang Li clapped her hands knowingly, "Alright, everyone, you can all go home now. It's freezing cold, you should all go back inside and rest."

Ma Xiuying wanted to say something, but Zhang Li stopped her with a look.

Li Dabao chimed in at the opportune moment, "We really should go back; we have to get up early tomorrow."

The crowd dispersed in twos and threes, leaving only Li Xiangyang and Li Xiaoyun standing in the moonlight.

Li Xiangyang hesitated for a moment: "Do you want to come with me?"

Li Xiaoyun smiled gently and shook her head: "Go ahead, I trust you. Besides, some things are better discussed between the two of you."

Looking into Li Xiaoyun's clear eyes, Li Xiangyang felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

This trust is more precious than anything else.

After watching Li Xiaoyun go inside, Li Xiangyang gathered his thoughts and walked towards Su Yan's room, gently knocking on the door.

"Who is it?" Su Yan's voice was tinged with panic.

“It’s me, Li Xiangyang.” He paused. “I want to talk to you.”

There was a moment of silence in the room before Su Yan's voice came through: "Come in."

Pushing open the door, Li Xiangyang saw Su Yan standing by the window.

Moonlight streamed in through the window, illuminating her pale face.

“I know what you’re going to say,” Su Yan said before Li Xiangyang could speak, “Do you think I’m going to ruin your marriage with Xiaoyun?”

Li Xiangyang gently shook his head: "No. I came to tell you that I will still keep my promise to help you return to the city."

Su Yan turned around abruptly, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes: "Are you bringing this up now to deliberately provoke me?"

“You know that’s not true,” Li Xiangyang said calmly. “I always keep my promises.”

"But..." Su Yan's voice suddenly choked up, "But why do you seem so unfamiliar with me now?"

“Because the Li Xiangyang who foolishly followed you around is gone.” Li Xiangyang sighed. “Su Yan, you’re right, I’ve changed. But this change isn’t because of Li Xiaoyun, but because I’ve finally seen myself clearly.”

Su Yan remained silent for a long time before softly saying, "I regret it."

“I know,” Li Xiangyang said calmly, “but some things, regret is useless. Like the Li Xiangyang you see now, he’s always been here, just blinded before.”

"So, you're blaming me?" Su Yan asked, biting her lip.

“No,” Li Xiangyang shook his head, “I should thank you. If it weren’t for you, I might still be making these kinds of mistakes.”

These words were like a sharp blade, piercing Su Yan's heart.

She finally understood that the Li Xiangyang before her was truly different from before.

"Then what am I supposed to do? Xiangyang, please don't be so heartless towards me, okay?"

Su Yan's voice carried a hint of pleading.

She clung to him like a stubborn child.

"Why do you have the right to change your mind so easily? You used to love me so much, you always listened to me. Why now... You can't do this, you can't..."