Shen Qian's complexion changed dramatically upon hearing the news. If it had been Ma Chengteng or Ma Peng's idea, there would still be room for negotiation, but if Yueyao herself wanted to break off the engagement, that would be a serious problem.
Seeing Ma Peng with a look of suspicion, it wasn't strange for Shen Qian to doubt him. After all, he had never considered Yueyao's own opinion. He thought that once the Shen family agreed and the issue with the Ma Family was resolved, the matter would be settled, never considering that Yueyao might want to break off the engagement.
Essentially, Shen Qian had made the same mistake as Lady Mu—they both held themselves and their sons in too high esteem, never imagining Yueyao would forsake this match. Even now, Shen Qian was somewhat incredulous, "Are you saying, this idea to break off the engagement is Yueyao's own? How could that be?"
