Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1139 - 1128: Favoring Daughters Over Sons

Long before the ceremony commenced, Ye Qiu was already aware of Ye Qing's presence. However, he chose to approach her only after all the guests had departed. Upon noticing the man accompanying her, his eyes narrowed, deepening with scrutiny.

"Who is this acquaintance?" he inquired, his voice devoid of any notable emotion, his gaze holding a subtle edge.

"Oh, this is a friend I recently met. His name is Cao Wentao," Ye Qing chirped merrily, though a flicker of apprehension stirred within her. During her earlier conversation with Cao Wentao, she had carefully omitted any mention of her strained relationship with Ye Qiu, opting instead to project the image of an affectionate elder sister. Concerned that Ye Qiu might exhibit any unusual behavior, she restrained herself from speaking extensively.

Cao Wentao, quite bold, extended his business card to Ye Qiu. "I've heard a great deal about you, Mr. Ye. I wonder when I might have the honor of inviting you for a cup of tea?"

"I'm currently preparing for my honeymoon, so it's unlikely I'll have any free time for a while," Ye Qiu stated with a cool tone. He then offered a polite, apologetic smile. "I have numerous matters to attend to presently, so I won't impose on your time any longer."

Cao Wentao's demeanor shifted, a hint of awkwardness crossing his features. He cast a glance at Ye Qing before returning a smile to Ye Qiu. "I understand completely. Then, I shall take my leave, Mr. Ye."

"Travel safely," Ye Qiu responded.

The moment Cao Wentao was out of earshot, Ye Qing could no longer contain her curiosity. "What was that supposed to mean?"

Ye Qiu, not even bothering to look at her, paused briefly to offer a patient explanation. "This Cao Wentao is intentionally getting close to you. He's not a suitable choice for a partner."

"What? So, someone like you, who abandoned his own family for his wife, is a good choice then?" Ye Qing shot back indignantly, a gut feeling telling her Ye Qiu was deliberately disparaging the other man.

What was truly wrong with Wentao? He spoke so pleasantly, yet Ye Qiu refused to even exchange a business card and so forcefully dismissed him – what kind of hospitality was that? she pondered.

A dark suspicion formed in her mind: perhaps Ye Qiu already recognized Wentao's exceptional talents and promising future. Fearing that if she grew closer to Wentao, she might eventually eclipse Ye Qiu, he was deliberately sowing discord out of insecurity and jealousy.

Confronted by Ye Qing's suspicion and barrage of questions, Ye Qiu felt disinclined to elaborate further. She had always acted independently since she was young, consistently disregarding his advice, especially since he had always been looked down upon by her. In her heart, his words were likely perceived as malicious attempts to harm her.

"Believe it or not, I am warning you today: Cao Wentao is not someone you should entrust your life to. He is approaching you specifically because of me."

"You certainly think highly of yourself. Wentao is no less capable than you are. What makes you say he's deliberately approaching me?" Ye Qing retorted sarcastically.

"Believe it or not, understand that this is my most sincere, final warning to you as your own blood-related brother." Ye Qiu turned to leave as he finished speaking.

Ye Qing's brow furrowed. "I came all this way to attend your wedding, and you're not even going to invite me to your home?"

"There are no available rooms at home. I've just booked a room at this hotel; you can move in whenever you wish."

Gritting her teeth in frustration, Ye Qing ultimately remained silent. A gradual realization was dawning upon her: this brother of hers was no longer someone she could manipulate at will.

Watching the staff clear away the remnants of the event, she found herself succumbing to a wave of envy, jealousy, and heartbreak. The mere cost of the floral arrangements and drapery must have been astronomical, not to mention his refusal of wedding gifts and the distribution of reception favors to every guest. The expense must have been staggering.

Was it truly worth it all for that He Xixian?

She was his sister, yet he could arrange employment for his cousins, but why would he neglect his own sibling?

He possessed such immense wealth, yet he was so parsimonious with her. As a child, she had only squandered a small portion of his allowance and occasionally made him run errands; could that truly be enough for him to harbor resentment to this day?

Why was it that other brothers doted on their sisters, but he was different?

Ye Qing struggled to comprehend the situation, but those with sharper perceptions, like Ye Zhe or Han Kun, understood it all too well. If they were privy to Ye Qing's internal musings, they would undoubtedly offer their scathing mockery without hesitation.

Was it merely a small sum of pocket money? Was it merely making him run errands?

Anyone who was unfortunate enough to be your brother would truly be cursed. Not only did your parents turn a blind eye to your constant bullying, but you deliberately tarnished your brother’s reputation before both family and outsiders, even attempting to dictate his future and sabotage his relationships. Who wouldn't feel deeply wounded by such actions?

Is this how a sister is supposed to behave?

Other brothers cherish their sisters because those sisters are worthy of such affection, because those sisters reciprocate their brothers' love wholeheartedly! Unlike you, whose nature is solely defined by exploitation.

Even if anyone were to voice such a thing to her, she would likely brush it aside without a second thought. Having been thoroughly spoiled for so long, she was accustomed to giving orders and being the center of attention. In her eyes, no matter the circumstance, the fault always lay with others; she herself was never in the wrong.

"Did you have an argument?" He Xixian, who hadn't been present earlier, asked Ye Qiu with concern upon his return.

"No," Ye Qiu replied, shaking his head. "Just try not to worry too much since you're pregnant. However, she did introduce someone to me just now, which almost led to another disagreement."

"Is there something wrong with that person?"

"Yes, he's deliberately trying to get close to her, and my well-intentioned warning was misinterpreted as malice."

"What if your sister is deceived by him?"

"I've already cautioned her. If she chooses not to believe me, there's nothing more I can do. Don't worry, he thinks he can cooperate with my company through Ye Qing, as if it were that simple," Ye Qiu scoffed, a memory from his past life surfacing.

In his previous existence, Cao Wentao was precisely his future brother-in-law. Prior to their marriage, Cao Wentao's company had already collapsed, leaving behind no significant debts. He was handsome and possessed a talent for putting on a show, swiftly winning over his sister, Ye Qing, and even gaining the approval of their parents.

Yet, all his commendable qualities were merely a facade before the wedding. After they were married, his true nature—lazy, arrogant, and selfish—was fully revealed.

Ye Peilin and Han Hui deeply regretted the match, even contemplating a divorce for Ye Qing. However, Ye Qing herself was unwilling, especially as she became pregnant around that time. Her parents couldn't possibly insist their now-older, pregnant daughter have an abortion, so they endured the situation.

To ensure their daughter's life was comfortable, they practically poured all the family's savings into helping her and Cao Wentao. Furthermore, since Ye Qing couldn't cook and Cao Wentao wouldn't either, they purchased a home in their vicinity so the couple could have meals at their parents' house daily.

With three additional people in their household, Ye Qiu suffered the most. Nearly all the household chores fell upon him. And because Ye Peilin and Han Hui's salaries were essentially going to Ye Qing's family, Ye Qiu bore the brunt of the expenses for daily necessities and groceries. This was particularly true since that family of three showed no restraint. After meals, they would take snacks and fruits home, leaving Ye Qiu's salary almost entirely depleted supporting them.

It could be safely said that Ye Qiu in his last life was thoroughly exploited by them, receiving no gratitude in return, and was frequently berated for being inadequate.