Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1127 - 1116: Favoring Daughters Over Sons

So easy to coax, yet you’ve still never managed to win anyone over.

Ye Qiu’s jibe immediately triggered a barrage of attacks. Within their computer science department, it was already a case of too many monks and not enough porridge. To make matters worse, their dorm housed someone as outstanding as him. It wasn't enough that he boasted excellent grades; he was also more handsome than the rest, naturally drawing the attention of all the girls.

Truly, everyone scrambled for those already taken, while the available ones nearby were left unattended. They also wished to woo a girl, but nowadays, girls placed a high premium on appearance.

Despite his roommates' murderous glares, Ye Qiu managed to pacify them with a simple barbecue.

However, as his roommates pressed him to drink beer, he mused that his demure Xianxian would likely never have the chance to be snatched away by another man in this lifetime.

Years spun by. He Xixian successfully became Ye Qiu’s official junior, and she successfully stood by his side.

"You must consider this carefully; being my girlfriend means you have to be fierce."

Yet, He Xixian couldn't quite grasp Ye Qiu's meaning until she encountered Ye Qing, his future sister-in-law.

Ye Qing was twenty-seven years old this year. After graduating, she had a boyfriend once, but because that boyfriend couldn't tolerate her temper and spending habits, Ye Qing initiated the breakup herself. She felt someone so stingy and lacking in tolerance wasn't worthy of being her husband.

Initially, Han Hui wasn't concerned about her daughter's marital prospects, content to have Ye Qing remain at home for a few more years, enjoying a comfortable life. But as time passed and her daughter showed no inclination towards finding a boyfriend or starting a family, Han Hui began to worry.

This was because a woman's youth had an expiration date, and the older a woman became, the more challenging it was to have children. Yet, apart from her, Ye Peilin and Ye Qing—this father and daughter duo—seemed utterly unconcerned.

They even had a falling out when Han Hui attempted to set up blind dates for Ye Qing.

"Mom, you're worrying for nothing. I'm only twenty-seven, why the rush to marry? Even among my classmates and friends, very few are married," Ye Qing stated indifferently. "You aren't trying to hurry me into marriage so my little brother has a place to wed, are you?"

"What nonsense are you spouting? I'm worried about you, don't you understand? You say your classmates and friends aren't married, but how many of them are without boyfriends? It's fine if you don't want to marry yet, just try dating someone!" Han Hui urged earnestly.

"But the kind of people your colleagues introduce… they're either short or dress poorly. I don't want to marry someone like that."

Ye Peilin grew annoyed as well and questioned, "Are your colleagues introducing such individuals to Qingqing?"

"How are they short? Aren't they 175 cm? Moreover, they have stable jobs within the system and own several properties in the city. Their families even promised a good position if you married into them. Aren't these good conditions?"

"He's only 175 cm with shoes on. I'm the same height as him in heels. I don't want that."

"And that second person, he didn't mean to dress that way. His family had property demolished, and he receives rent from two buildings while running an online store. Recently, an online festival kept him busy in the warehouse, leaving him no time to change. Didn't he explain this to you?"

"But he didn't even attend college. I don't have much in common with him," Ye Qing responded disdainfully.

"Common interests can be developed. Who discusses academic knowledge after marriage? Have you ever seen your father and I discussing such things at home?"

"That's because you fell in love freely, and your educational backgrounds are similar, as are your living habits. You're asking me to marry into a family like that. If they're busy with their online store, won't I have to help after work? I don't want to be covered in dust and grime every day." Although Ye Qing was somewhat swayed by the financial aspects, the thought of manual labor made her resistant.

Han Hui, feeling exasperated, directly asked, "Then what kind of man do you desire?"

"How should I know? It will happen when it happens; I refuse to marry just anyone carelessly!" Ye Qing retorted, feeling irritated. "Before you lecture me, why don't you sort out my little brother first? I heard he already has a girlfriend."

"Who told you that? But he's graduated; having a girlfriend is normal."

"I saw a picture of him holding hands with that girl on the campus website. I even recognized the bag that girl was carrying; it costs tens of thousands," Ye Qing declared, her voice laced with envy. She couldn't help but wonder why her brother had found a girlfriend so exceptionally wealthy. With such a rich woman potentially joining their family, Ye Qing worried about how she’d maintain her status later on.

"That expensive?" Han Hui was taken aback by the revelation.

"Precisely. With such a wealthy girlfriend, she’ll likely demand a substantial dowry. Can you even afford it?"

"Wouldn’t a girl from out of town typically ask for less dowry?"

"Who said she’s from out of town? I’d seen her before at my little brother’s training academy; she’s actually from around here," Han Hui fretted. This news unsettled her. In their locale, the customary dowry for a wedding was considerably higher than in other regions. While the bride’s family usually returned a comparable amount, that money went directly to the newlyweds, not the in-laws. There was no established practice for the parents of the groom to reclaim it. The better the bride’s family’s circumstances, the more they would give. However, if their family offered less, wouldn’t it be seen as an insult to the bride’s family?

"It’s not just the dowry that’s an issue; there’s also the matter of the house. Would the eldest daughter of a well-off family be willing to live with her parents-in-law?" Ye Qing continued her subtle undermining.

"What are we going to do?" Han Hui asked, her brow furrowed with worry.

At this juncture, Ye Qing adopted an air of sweet compliance. "I know that Mom and Dad have been saving a dowry for me since I was little. How about this: why don’t you just use the dowry you’ve saved for me for my little brother’s wedding?"

"Absolutely not!" Ye Peilin’s expression hardened. "The money saved for you is rightfully yours, no matter what."

Ye Qing had already foreseen this response, which only bolstered her confidence. Nevertheless, she pressed on, "But what about my little brother’s wedding circumstances?"

"We’ll manage with what we can afford. Our family is in its current state; if they are willing to marry, then so be it. If not, then it’s their loss. Alternatively, he can go and earn the necessary funds himself."

"But my little brother has just started working, and the cost of living in Jing City is incredibly high. He might end up relying on his girlfriend financially!"

"If he can’t manage, he can return home. I’ve said it before: ask him to come back and apologize properly. Even if I had to humble myself and beg someone, I would arrange a good job for him, but he stubbornly refuses to come back," Ye Peilin stated, her voice tinged with anger.

"However, Jing City offers much better development opportunities."

"Regardless of how good the opportunities are, he wouldn’t be able to afford a house even after working his entire life. Call him immediately! It’s either he comes back now, or he can forget about using a single penny from this family for his wedding," Ye Peilin declared firmly.

Han Hui let out a sigh. "Alright, but please try to control your temper and speak to him kindly."

"He’s being ungrateful! Who am I doing all this for? He’s found a girlfriend now but hasn’t informed the family. Is he planning to spring a fait accompli on us?