Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1141 - 1130: Favoring Daughters Over Sons

Upon hearing the news that Ye Qing was set to arrive in Jing City, Ye Qiu simply shrugged it off. He had no intention of intervening further. Even if her future turned out to be less than ideal, that was her chosen path. However, assisting Cao Wentao with his business ventures was entirely out of the question.

As time went on, Cao Wentao also began to grasp the reality that his girlfriend and her brother were not on good terms. While he found this situation undesirable, there was little he could do about it. Nevertheless, he couldn't bring himself to abandon Ye Qing.

After all, wasn't Ye Qing related to Ye Qiu as his elder sister? Furthermore, he was well aware of his girlfriend's penchant for extravagant spending, making it highly improbable that Ye Qing's salary alone could sustain such a lifestyle.

He knew that his girlfriend's parents were providing her with financial assistance. He reasoned that if he and Ye Qing were to marry, wouldn't they also receive financial backing in the future? Could Ye Qiu truly turn a blind eye to his own parents' needs?

Consequently, the marriage between Cao Wentao and Ye Qing occurred several years sooner than it had in their previous lives. When Ye Qiu received the wedding invitation, he merely chuckled, having long foreseen this development.

The wedding ceremony was held in Jing City. Six months prior, during Ye Qiu's own wedding, neither Ye Peilin nor Han Hui had been present. This time, however, the entire family graced the occasion with their presence, including the grandparents from both sides of the family. They thoughtfully arranged all accommodations and travel, demonstrating remarkable consideration.

Even when Cao Wentao cited issues with the company's cash flow as a reason for offering a modest dowry, they did not seem to mind. Instead, they generously added five hundred thousand to the dowry, with each of the grandparents contributing an additional fifty thousand. Countless gold ornaments also adorned the gifts.

Cao Wentao observed this display with envy, confident that he had made an advantageous marital choice. He then noticed the gift money presented by Ye Qiu, a sum of only eight thousand eight hundred, causing his brow to furrow slightly, though he managed to conceal his displeasure.

While he remained silent, others were not. Han Hui was the first to voice her concern: "Why wasn't your wife in attendance? Does she still harbor ill feelings towards Qingqing?"

"She's pregnant and feeling unwell, so I didn't want her to come."

"Pregnant?" Han Hui queried, her eyebrows knitting together. "Since when?"

"When we got married. I informed you of this back then."

Han Hui was momentarily taken aback. It was evident she had not been paying attention, so she quickly changed the subject to the gift money: "You've achieved quite a bit now. Your sister is getting married, and you're only giving eight thousand eight? Aren't you concerned the groom's family might mock you?"

"What is there to be afraid of? Didn't you already contribute generously? The groom's family is likely overjoyed," Ye Qiu replied with a smirk, his hands casually tucked into his pockets, exuding an air of indifference.

"She is your biological sister. Shouldn't we provide her with a solid foundation for her marital confidence?"

"As you mentioned, she is my biological sister. What did she give when I got married?"

"You truly hold a grudge. I've explained this to you before; you were too stubborn then, and your father and I were simply too angered to attend your wedding. Why can't you comprehend this? The house and all other possessions will eventually be yours."

"Don't speak to me of such matters. It wouldn't matter if you gave everything to Ye Qing; I have never sought to benefit from you, nor do I wish to in the future. How you choose to favor Ye Qing is entirely your concern, not mine. My presence here today is already a significant gesture towards her. If you perceive me as stubborn, so be it. Regardless, her affairs have no bearing on me." With these words, Ye Qiu departed, leaving Ye Peilin no opportunity to express her mounting anger.

"Ungrateful child, grown so arrogant now that he believes he has wings, forgetting who gave birth to him and raised him," Ye Peilin fumed, her body trembling with rage, while the four elders could only offer resigned sighs.

Due to the incident concerning the gift money at Ye Qing's wedding, Ye Peilin and Han Hui had not attended when He Xixian gave birth. It was He Xixian's parents who had tirelessly managed everything. Fortunately, Ye Qiu proved to be a dependable presence, leaving them with no cause for complaint.

"I've seen the child. It's a baby boy." The He family parents, accompanied by a nurse, headed towards the nursery, while Ye Qiu remained outside the delivery room, awaiting He Xixian's emergence. Upon seeing her, he promptly took her hand, eager to share the happy news.

He Xixian appeared utterly drained, yet she insisted on asking, "Does he resemble you or me?"

"His eyes aren't open yet, but the eye sockets are quite large. The doctor mentioned his eyes will be on the larger side, so he likely takes after you."

A flicker of disappointment crossed He Xixian's face, but her joy remained undimmed. With Ye Qiu's gentle reassurances, she soon drifted into a deep slumber.

Upon hearing of the birth of Ye Qiu's child, Han Hui considered paying a visit. However, Ye Peilin strictly forbade it, causing Han Hui to abandon the idea.

She mulled it over; given her son's already strained relationship with his in-laws and her daughter-in-law's disinterest, their grandson would likely not be close to them in the future. Thus, investing too much effort seemed unnecessary. Moreover, with the maternal grandparents present, her involvement might even incite discord.

Although she did not visit her own grandson, she was exceptionally devoted when her daughter, Ye Qing, became pregnant. She even arranged for early retirement, purely because Ye Qing's mother-in-law claimed to be too busy, and Cao Wentao couldn't manage alone, leaving Han Hui to handle everything herself.

Caring for a pregnant woman is no simple task, especially as Ye Qing was remarkably demanding and had grown quite irritable after conception. Her cravings shifted daily, demanding this one day and that the next, and she would criticize Han Hui if things weren't perfect.

Typically, during these times, Cao Wentao would remain silent, sometimes even leaving the house. Han Hui, unable to be angry with her pregnant daughter, visibly aged within just three months.

Yet, this was not the most arduous part. The true exhaustion began after Ye Qing gave birth. Han Hui had to attend to the new mother, tend to the infant, and manage all the household chores. For the entire month of Ye Qing's confinement, Han Hui barely managed a full night's sleep.

Despite her naturally placid disposition, Han Hui's patience wore thin. However, she could neither leave nor dare to unleash her frustration upon her daughter and son-in-law. Therefore, when Ye Qiu and He Xixian came to visit, she could no longer restrain herself.

"Your sister had her baby quite some time ago, and you're only visiting now?"

"Mom, as I've mentioned, she has no connection to me. Xianxian and I are here to see you," Ye Qiu replied calmly.

"And I've been swamped with work, and you haven't offered any help. Is this how you show filial piety?" Han Hui remarked, her gaze sharp.

"You undertook this willingly. Ye Qing has her own mother-in-law and husband."

"They are either occupied or lack experience."

"Yet you arranged for your early retirement. Couldn't Ye Qing's mother-in-law do the same? Furthermore, haven't you often praised Cao Wentao's capabilities? If he's so competent, why doesn't he hire a couple of nannies?" Ye Qiu countered with a slight smirk, echoing their previous sentiments.

"That would be extravagant, and I wouldn't entrust outsiders."

"This is precisely why I say you brought this upon yourself. Why direct your frustration at me? When Xianxian gave birth, it was my maternal grandparents who managed everything, and you contributed nothing. So, I fail to comprehend why you're upset with me now."

Rendered speechless by her son's sharp retort, Han Hui could only simmer in her own vexation, finding no further words. Ultimately, the burden remained hers alone to bear.