Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1142 - 1131: Favoring Daughters Over Sons

From the moment of pregnancy to the postpartum period, as Han Hui aided in caring for her daughter, she discovered for the first time the sheer difficulty of raising her child. Her son-in-law also seemed astonishingly unreliable, showing no concern for his wife and mother-in-law, issuing commands as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

Even as she prepared to depart, her son-in-law had the audacity to request a loan, a request so shocking that she was left momentarily speechless.

"What did you just say?"

Cao Wentao, however, was direct. "Mom, the company is facing a temporary cash flow issue. Could you and Dad possibly lend me three hundred thousand? Once things stabilize, I'll repay you double the amount."

"Three hundred thousand? Why such a large sum?"

"Mom, the projects Wentao undertakes are valued at several million. Three hundred thousand is merely a small fraction, nothing to be concerned about," Ye Qing chimed in, supporting her husband.

"What about the funds we provided previously?"

"It's all invested, and we're just a little short right now," Ye Qing replied casually, evidently not viewing it as a significant matter.

Han Hui was nearly breathless, exclaiming, "But that amounted to seven hundred thousand!"

"What's seven hundred thousand? Wentao mentioned it's just a minor shortfall, and it will be recouped when the accounts are settled next year."

Han Hui, a teacher by profession since her graduation, possessed no understanding of corporate project financing. Moreover, she did not have that substantial sum readily available. She stated, "I need to discuss this with your father."

Upon hearing this, Cao Wentao's displeasure was immediate. "Mom, you wouldn't seriously refuse, would you? We are family; it's only three hundred thousand, a small favor, and you won't help? Who am I doing this for? It's for Qingqing's future well-being."

His tone was bothersome, and Han Hui felt uncomfortable. "Can't I even pose a question? I am your mother-in-law, not a cash dispenser. Besides, I don't possess that much money at the moment."

"How could you and your father be without funds? Isn't there Ye Qiu? Mom, for the sake of our future, could you perhaps borrow a little for Qingqing and me?"

"Don't you realize my relationship with your father and your younger brother is strained?" Han Hui inquired, suppressing her rising anger.

"But you are still their biological parents!" Cao Wentao exclaimed, as if stating the obvious. "It's just the final three hundred thousand. Without it, my initial investment of several million will be lost. Mom, are you willing to jeopardize my future? Are you willing to condemn Qingqing to a life of hardship by my side?"

What else could Han Hui possibly say? She could only respond with a helpless, "Wait a moment, let me see if I can find a way."

Hearing this, Cao Wentao and Ye Qing exchanged a glance, their faces breaking into triumphant smiles.

Han Hui let out a sigh of resignation. She felt utterly defeated and urgently wished to confer with her husband. The entire situation struck her as incredibly precarious.

"Project funds? Ah, that's quite common. Many clients don't pay upfront, but they won't delay for long once this period concludes," Ye Peilin stated, attempting to reassure Han Hui.

Yet, her worry persisted. "But where will we secure three hundred thousand? We previously contributed fifty thousand as the daughter's dowry; that was essentially our last savings."

Ye Peilin considered for a moment. "Why don't we ask our second child for a small loan?"

"Are you absolutely certain there are no underlying issues? That the project funds will indeed be received eventually?"

"Rest assured, the legal framework is quite stringent nowadays; no one dares to deliberately default," Ye Peilin assured her.

However, he himself overlooked a crucial detail: while others must abide by legal terms, his son-in-law, Cao Wentao, first needed to fulfill the contractual obligations. If the work was unsatisfactory, why would payment be made?

Cao Wentao's impending bankruptcy was anticipated by Ye Qiu, yet he never expected Ye Qing to still have the nerve to confront him, accusing him of being cold-hearted, unfeeling, and unhelpful, predicting his eventual betrayal by friends and family.

Ye Qiu, inwardly questioning the source of her audacity, let out a mocking laugh. "You hold yourselves in high regard, cut corners in your work, and then blame me for not assisting you? Ye Qing, on what basis do you believe I owe you any help? Is it solely on account of our so-called blood relation?"

"I am your real sister!" Ye Qing retorted, already frazzled by the news of the company's bankruptcy. She had come to Ye Qiu as a last resort, at Cao Wentao's insistence. She never anticipated that Ye Qiu would not only show no sympathy but would also mock her, igniting her fury.

"And so what? Forget about how you treated me when we were kids, even now, when you're in a tight spot, you still try to order me around. What gives you that right? Is it because of parental favoritism? I stopped caring about that a long time ago." Ye Qiu gazed at her with indifference. "People grow, my dear sister. It seems you've never truly grasped the realities of the world. Blood ties aren't a magic solution; aside from parents, no one else will genuinely help you without expecting something in return."

"Are you really just going to stand there and watch everything fall apart?" Ye Qing's body trembled with rage. The curious glances from those around her made her feel as if she were sitting on needles.

"Cao Wentao isn't cut out to manage a company. You still have a chance to pull out now."

Ye Qing abruptly stood up. "If you're unwilling to help, just say so. There's no need to badmouth him. I suspect you're simply afraid. Afraid that Wentao might actually become more successful than you."

Ye Qiu let out a dismissive laugh. "More successful than me? Believe whatever you wish. You've always been this confidently self-assured, ever since you were young."

Ye Qing stormed off in a fury, leaving Ye Qiu to shake his head with a wry smile. He mused that perhaps after this ordeal, the couple would eventually return home. But could his parents truly tolerate them then?

In this life, without his financial contributions, their mother would be the first to suffer. Yet, with this couple's incorrigible behavior, could their father truly remain unaffected?

This pair didn't just expect to be served; they drained the Ye Family's wealth like literal vampires. Once the parents were penniless, their grandparents and uncles would be next. Wouldn't their second aunt and aunt start causing trouble then?

Ye Qing's pampered upbringing had resulted in her present state, where she only knew how to take, never considering the circumstances of others, and always believing she was acting perfectly. It was a mystery where she derived her audacious self-satisfaction.

If she only knew how to take money from her family, did the Cao family possess no wealth of their own? If they didn't, how had Cao Wentao managed to start his company in the first place?

Ye Qing was not only foolish, but Ye Qiu also found his parents to be quite clueless. They were so strict with him, yet so lenient with their own son-in-law?

He wouldn't be blamed for being indifferent or unfilial; this was the consequence of their own actions. The moment his parents ran out of options and had no living expenses, he would step in. However, he would never permit Ye Qing and Cao Wentao to take advantage of the situation.

He simply wanted to observe how long his parents could endure a life devoid of his support, and whether Ye Qing would eventually face a divorce.

Their once proud, successful, and obedient daughter had devolved into this state. Did they now have regrets?

Upon hearing the news of Cao Wentao's bankruptcy, Ye Peilin and Han Hui fell silent. Reflecting on the millions lost, a deep sense of unease settled upon them.

"Didn't you say there wouldn't be any problems?" Han Hui couldn't refrain from questioning her husband.

Ye Peilin was equally incensed. "How could I have possibly known he would act so unreliably?"

"What about the money we owe your brother?"

"Let Cao Wentao repay it himself," Ye Peilin stated firmly.

Han Hui couldn't help but harbor doubts about whether her son-in-law would actually manage to clear the debt.