Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1128 - 1117: Favoring Daughters over Sons

Unbeknownst to Ye Qing, while He Xixian's family possessed wealth, they were not extraordinarily affluent. They certainly did not possess the same indulgent tendency as Ye Peilin, who would readily buy her things beyond the family's financial means.

The bag He Xixian carried was a gift from Ye Qiu. Furthermore, not only the bag, but also her attire, accessories, and cosmetics were all purchased by Ye Qiu. Initially, Xixian was hesitant to accept them, but she found herself unable to resist Ye Qiu's persistent justifications for his generous gifts. Consequently, over time, her clothing collection and vanity steadily grew.

At one point, He Xixian casually lamented the lack of space in her rented apartment, prompting Ye Qiu to decisively purchase a villa under her name.

He Xixian felt a mixture of deep gratitude and rising anger; touched by his profound love and unwavering devotion, yet exasperated by his apparent disregard for his own well-being.

"Aren't you recently starting a business? Where did you procure such substantial funds to acquire a villa? Additionally, how did you obtain the necessary qualifications for property acquisition?" she inquired.

"My startup capital is more than adequate; you needn't concern yourself with such trivialities. As for the property qualification, I assisted a certain department with an issue they faced, and as a gesture of reciprocation, they facilitated this minor matter for me."

He Xixian inwardly cursed those bureaucratic departments. She had always recognized her boyfriend Ye Qiu's capabilities, but she had never anticipated them extending to the point of performing services for the state.

"Aren't you apprehensive?" she probed.

"Apprehensive about what?" Ye Qiu responded, his gaze meeting hers with evident confusion.

"Aren't you concerned that by placing the villa under my ownership, I might abscond with the assets?"

"I have faith in you."

A smile graced He Xixian's lips as she countered, "Do you trust that my love for you is so overwhelming that I am incapable of acting otherwise?"

"No," Ye Qiu stated, shaking his head.

He Xixian looked bewildered. "Then what is it that you believe in?"

"I believe you possess more sense than to act foolishly. Consider me a stock with immense potential. If I can secure a villa for you today, I can undoubtedly provide even more tomorrow. Is my future not worth significantly more than a single villa?" Ye Qiu raised an eyebrow, a smile playing on his lips, before affectionately patting her head.

Aware that he was jesting, He Xixian intertwined her arm with his, responding with a lighthearted laugh, "Indeed, you are such a magnanimous benefactor; I must cling to you tightly and never let go."

As the couple reveled in their intimate moment, Ye Qiu's phone rang, disrupting their sweet interlude. The call was from his mother, causing He Xixian's brow to furrow with concern.

Ye Qiu had confided in her from the outset of their relationship that his family dynamics were fraught with tension. Since then, every phone call he received from his parents was invariably followed by a cacophony of loud arguments emanating from the other end.

She found it utterly baffling. Her friend Ye Qiu was a paragon of excellence, garnering numerous accolades both domestically and internationally, amassing considerable wealth at a tender age, and successfully launching his own enterprise. What conceivable grounds could his parents have for dissatisfaction?

It was later revealed that his family exhibited a clear preference for daughters over sons. Throughout his upbringing, his sister was consistently validated while he was perpetually faulted. The extent of this bias was so severe that his parents remained unaware of his actual academic performance even before he entered university.

The situation escalated further after his graduation. His family adamantly insisted that he relinquish promising career opportunities abroad and return home to accept a position that offered a meager salary of only a few thousand yuan per month.

Initially, He Xixian struggled to comprehend the implications when Ye Qiu had stated that his girlfriend needed to be resilient, anticipating encounters with unreasonable in-laws and an exceedingly contentious elder sister.

Nevertheless, He Xixian harbored no fear, secure in the knowledge that her boyfriend would shield her. She was resolved to provide him with the familial warmth and affection that his own family had failed to offer.

"Hello? Mom, what's the matter?" Ye Qiu's voice, moments before light and cheerful, instantly adopted a somber tone upon connecting the call. He Xixian could not suppress the worry etched on her face, but Ye Qiu offered her a reassuring smile, subtly signaling with his eyes that she need not be concerned.

"I wanted to inquire if you have a girlfriend?" Han Hui asked hesitantly from the other end, a dawning realization of her and her husband's neglect of their son over the years creeping in.

The annual living allowance they provided him barely amounted to three thousand yuan, and she had no idea how he managed, as he never once requested additional funds. However, during their yearly New Year's visits, she observed his well-appointed attire and surmised that her son must be engaged in part-time employment.

She had considered it beneficial for him to experience the harsh realities of society early on, thereby preventing him from squandering money carelessly.

Yet, it never crossed her mind to consider the potential consequences: if her son were not the exceptional Ye Qiu but an average student attending a prestigious institution populated by elite peers, how could he possibly find the time for part-time work amidst a demanding academic schedule, risking being left behind by his contemporaries?

The mobile phone he used was purchased with his earnings from part-time jobs, as was his computer, along with his clothing, footwear, and other daily necessities. In a premier international metropolis, what could a meager five hundred yuan possibly accomplish?

While they found it only natural for Ye Qing, being a girl, to receive more pocket money, they never grasped that Ye Qiu's living expenses barely covered Ye Qing's leftovers or her late-night snacks.

Their acknowledgment of Ye Qiu’s satisfactory performance was twisted into a justification for treating him harshly, failing to recognize their own blatant favoritism.

"Mom, how did you find out I have a girlfriend?" Ye Qiu retorted.

Han Hui bypassed his question, instead inquiring, "So it is true? Why did you not inform the family or bring her home even once?"

"Very well, I shall bring her home during the New Year."

"Ye Qiu." Han Hui's tone held a peculiar note of awkwardness as she spoke softly, "Is your girlfriend presently with you?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Qiu exchanged a knowing glance with He Xixian, both narrowing their eyes like sly foxes. He Xixian even clenched her teeth, contemplating how to cleverly deflect the inquiry. Fortunately, her boyfriend was dependable and stood firm beside her.

"She is not here, is there a reason why?" Ye Qiu fabricated the lie with practiced ease.

"Here's the matter at hand: did your girlfriend's family make any mention of a dowry?" With Ye Qiu’s response in hand, Han Hui spoke her mind.

"No, is there an issue with that?"

"As you are aware, I have served as a humble teacher throughout these years, and although your father's salary is adequate, the household expenses have consistently been substantial."

"Mom and Dad, you have never indulged in travel, nor do you favor luxury items, and I haven't requested any living expenses myself, so the family's expenditures shouldn't be exceptionally high, correct?" Ye Qiu stated with blunt honesty. He was fully aware of the reasons behind the high expenses but chose to voice his question deliberately.

Han Hui offered an awkward chuckle. "You wouldn't truly comprehend the financial demands of managing a household until you've experienced it yourself; in these recent years, we genuinely haven't amassed significant savings, which is why I intended to mention that if your girlfriend's family were to demand a dowry, we would truly be unable to afford it."

At last, the truth was revealed. A cold glint flashed in Ye Qiu's eyes, and He Xixian's eyes widened in disbelief. Could this truly be what her future mother-in-law was suggesting? She was unwilling to provide a dowry for the marriage of her son? And she expected to receive a dowry without any contribution? Ye Qiu had previously mentioned that her in-laws were highly educated individuals, yet they appeared remarkably unreasonable.