Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1130 - 1119: Favoring Daughters Over Sons

"Dad, Mom, there’s something else I need to tell you."

"We are family now, so just voice whatever is on your mind."

"My parents have never truly been satisfied with me." Ye Qiu said, his head lowered as if speaking was a difficult task.

Mr. and Mrs. He found this hard to believe. Their son-in-law was so outstanding, and yet his parents remained unsatisfied? What kind of child were they hoping for? They themselves would have been overjoyed with such a son, and now he was practically a son to them.

"Because my parents tended to favor my sister, they never really understood me growing up. There were even some misunderstandings, so they don't truly know my actual financial situation." Ye Qiu spoke with apparent frankness.

"Furthermore, they insisted I return here to build my career. Xianxian, you know my business is just getting started over there; how could I possibly abandon it? So, before I came back, my parents scolded me fiercely one last time, even threatening to refuse to handle my wedding." After explaining this, he quickly reassured them, "But don't worry, I will give Xianxian everything she deserves, and I will never let her suffer any form of grievance."

At this point, He Xixian moved to sit beside Ye Qiu to support his account. "Dad, Mom, you probably don't realize how biased Ye Qiu’s parents are. While Ye Qiu was studying at Q University all these years, they gave him only five hundred yuan each month. That amount barely covered his meals, let alone essentials like living supplies, clothes, and shoes. If Ye Qiu hadn’t been able to earn money himself, he likely wouldn't have even completed his education."

"Is it truly that severe?" Mr. and Mrs. He exchanged a look of astonishment. Could parents be so harsh towards their own son?

"But I’ve grown up now, and even a small allowance from them would make me very happy. However, they oppose everything else I do. So, when I informed them about getting married, they naturally had a strong reaction. If they cannot attend in person to propose, please don’t hold it against them, as I have made all the necessary arrangements. I'm not sure if anything is missing, but before coming, I also purchased a house here and have furnished it completely. When you have the time, please come and see it with me."

"You are a considerate young man, but since your parents seem to have so many misunderstandings about you, you should try to explain everything to them," Mrs. He said gently. "Perhaps once they understand your capabilities, they will no longer misunderstand you."

"It’s not as simple as you say, Mom." Xianxian pouted. "You don't know how excessive Ye Qiu’s sister is. She even deliberately went onto our school’s website to find pictures of Ye Qiu and me, and then claimed that Ye Qiu was living off my money."

"How can you speak about your sister-in-law in such a manner?" Mrs. He gently chided her daughter, feeling she was being inconsiderate. It was somewhat understandable for Ye Qiu to voice his troubles, but for her own daughter to say such things?

"Mom, Xianxian is just defending me, please don’t scold her." Ye Qiu quickly interjected, which only made Mrs. He’s heart swell with more affection for him.

"Xianxian is correct; my sister has always misunderstood me greatly. My parents view my sister as a delicate flower that needs pampering, while I, as a boy, was expected to be tough. Because of this, my relationship with my family has never been very good. If my parents’ behavior is at all improper, please forgive them. It’s not because of Xianxian, but because of me."

Although he spoke these words plainly and without outward emotion, Mr. and Mrs. He could perceive the truth behind them. This young man showed them immense respect and deeply cherished Xianxian. If he hadn't been genuinely disappointed by his own family, would he have shared such sentiments?

"We understand your situation. Xianxian is marrying you, not your entire family. However, we still advise you, if at all possible, to try and have a heart-to-heart talk with your family. Don't allow yourself to harbor regrets in the future," Mr. He said after careful consideration, clearly having accepted him regardless of his family's issues.

"Thank you, Dad, thank you, Mom!"

The following day, Ye Qiu and a determined He Xixian made their way back to his home. Observing her ready-for-battle stance, he couldn’t help but chuckle. "What are you preparing for?"

"Of course, I'm preparing to protect you. With me here, I won't let you be bullied again," she affirmed confidently.

"Don't worry," Ye Qiu patted her head. "I've already grown up and am about to start my own family. They can no longer bully me."

"I'm just afraid you might feel wronged."

"What is there to feel wronged about? With you defending me, I fear nothing, no matter the extent of the difficulties we face."

Just as Xianxian had anticipated, upon their arrival at Ye Qiu's residence, the atmosphere felt decidedly unwelcoming. His mother opened the door, but her expression was strained, and her greeting towards Xianxian lacked any warmth.

Not to mention Ye Peilin and Ye Qing – both were sitting rigidly on the sofa, Ye Peilin did not even spare a glance towards them, while Ye Qing narrowed her eyes at He Xixian, her expression distant, tinged with a hint of unfriendliness.

Xianxian mused that had she not been privy to Ye Qiu’s family circumstances previously, she might have been intimidated. What woman visiting her boyfriend’s family would ever be subjected to such treatment nowadays?

Unbeknownst to her, this entire display was meticulously orchestrated by Ye Qing, in cahoots with Ye Peilin and Han Hui, with the specific aim of making He Xixian reconsider. Their family, after all, was merely of the average middle class and could hardly accommodate a girl from such immense wealth. She found it hard to believe this opulent, pampered lady would tolerate such a barrage of frustration.

"Dad, Mom, this is Xianxian. She’s brought a few tokens of appreciation." Ye Qiu casually placed several gift boxes onto the coffee table.

Ye Qing’s gaze narrowed, and indeed, she spotted premium ginseng, bird’s nest, and fine liquor among the presents. The young woman thought to herself that this wealthy girlfriend certainly spared no expense, but this also meant that upon marrying into the family, she would hold no real standing within the household.

"Why isn’t there anything for me?" she inquired with a smile, "Are you looking down on me?"

Xianxian inwardly thought, here it comes, the dreaded sister-in-law interrogation.

Just as she was preparing her response, Ye Qiu interjected, "I specifically instructed her not to prepare any gifts for you."

Ye Qing’s expression contorted in anger, "What is that supposed to mean?"

"It means nothing. I simply concluded that you wouldn't take a liking to Xianxian, so there was no point for her to curry favor with you. Besides, you aren't exactly a senior figure, and before demanding a gift, you ought to consider whether you yourself have brought anything." Ye Qiu stated with unvarnished honesty.

"You…"

"Returning solely to provoke us, she is your sister, not your sworn enemy. You’ve already started working; it’s time to use your intellect a little. Being family does not equate to enduring your capricious actions without question," Ye Peilin reprimanded sternly.

"Dad, I believe you are absolutely right. Even among family, there shouldn't be unquestioning tolerance. May I be so bold as to ask what exactly I have done wrong? Even if you dislike me, Xianxian is here for the very first time. She has even brought such generous gifts for all of you, yet why are you treating her with such coldness? You haven't even offered her a single smile?"

"I knew it! Ever since you got a girlfriend, you’ve completely forgotten about your family. Little brother, you must remember that wealth is not the be-all and end-all. What is the point of marrying her? Do you intend to trade your very dignity for mere money and endure a lifetime of regret and hardship? Your family will always be the ones who genuinely care for you the most. Come back to work honestly, marry a simple, kind-hearted woman, and live a normal, contented life – what’s so wrong with that?" Ye Qing declared, her expression conveying an air of absolute understanding and a deep concern for Ye Qiu's best interests.