"Ye Qingtian? Is he really Ye Qingtian?"
Hua Qingfei was repeatedly surprised.
Recently, she learned through special channels that Ye Qingtian was still alive.
He was adopted by a couple abroad, lived in poverty, and the elderly couple passed away one after another not long ago. Ye Qingtian returned to China during this time to seek refuge with Qin Yunlei.
"It seems to be true!"
After a long time, Hua Qingfei sighed.
Ye Qingtian did not have the slightest aura of nobility; he was utterly ordinary.
The gap ensured that the two would live their lives like parallel lines, never intersecting.
...
On the other side, Ye Qingtian directly went to the Qin Family Manor.
The ancestral home of the Qin family was located in a manor on the outskirts of Jin City. The Qin family was one of the Four Great Families of Jin City, a genuine noble family.
The manor was called "Wo Long Manor," nestled between mountains and water.
The villa clusters, pavilions, and buildings within the manor formed a beautiful picture, combining Eastern and Western styles to deliver a visual impact.
In the reception hall of the manor, there were many people, some standing, some sitting.
Seated prominently on an armchair was an old man, Qin Jianguo, Qin Yunlei's father, the patriarch of the Qin family.
Qin Yunlei wasn't the self-made man he was rumored to be outside; he was born into a grand family, had his own abilities, plus resources, naturally able to build a billion-dollar enterprise.
Originally, the Qin Family was just a third-rate family in Jin City, but after Qin Yunlei returned, he single-handedly elevated the Qin Family to the status of one of the Four Great Families.
Sitting beside Qin Jianguo was his wife, Ning Yuejiao, and below were Qin Lingyue's parents, Qin Yunlei and Kang Meiyi; Qin Lingyue's second uncle, Qin Yunbo, and third uncle, Qin Yunkai.
There were also some of Qin Lingyue's aunts and some juniors from the Qin family, almost everyone was gathered today.
"Everyone, pay attention later."
It was Qin Yunlei speaking, his eyes focusing ahead, occasionally flashing with brilliance, exuding an aura that commanded respect, making everyone present not dare to breathe.
"Young Master Ye Qingtian is back!"
Butler Uncle Wu hurriedly announced.
Immediately, everyone's eyes gathered.
To look at Ye Qingtian...
Qin Yunlei nodded approvingly: "Not bad, worthy of being elder brother's son."
"But after all, he's just a discarded scion of a noble family..."
Kang Meiyi sighed, showing unwillingness.
Kang Meiyi came from the Northwest Super Clan, the Kang Family, which even a Great Family like the Qin Family in Jin City looked up to!
Born into a noble family, Kang Meiyi had extremely high expectations for her future son-in-law.
If Ye Qingtian were the eldest young master of the Ye Family, Kang Meiyi would be overjoyed, but he wasn't.
Knowing Qin Yunlei intended to marry her daughter to Ye Qingtian, Kang Meiyi was a hundred times unwilling...
Ye Qingtian could only say he had a slight impression of Qin Yunlei, who was quite warm.
Qin Yunlei expressed concern and care for Ye Qingtian and even revealed a shocking announcement: he planned to marry his daughter Qin Lingyue to him.
"Uncle Qin, isn't this inappropriate?"
Qin Yunlei looked at Ye Qingtian, speaking earnestly: "You could say, without elder brother and elder sister-in-law, there wouldn't be the current Qin Yunlei. I cannot allow their child to suffer! I've been searching for you all these years, finally finding your whereabouts. Now all I can do is marry Lingyue to you, ensuring you live worry-free."
"Uncle Qin!"
Ye Qingtian felt warmth in his heart.
"I really don't know where elder brother found this misfortune, letting such a toad enter our Qin family, how will the outside world view us? Who knows if our Qin family will face trouble?"
Qin Yunbo suddenly voiced discontent.
Qin Yunkai echoed: "That's right, Lingyue is so outstanding, ranking among the top three in Jin City's college entrance exam. Her future husband can't be a mere commoner; at least he should be a direct young master from one of the Four Great Families. Who would expect to find such a misfortune?"
Qin Lingyue's aunts chimed in: "Right, this kid has no family background, no education. No ability, no talent. You can't let people say Lingyue's husband is a brick mover, right? It would make people laugh out loud."
"Obviously someone who couldn't make it outside is here to cling to relationships, how can you expect him to have prospects?"
"A live-in son-in-law? I think a man can discard everything, but certainly must keep his dignity, yet he's despicably here to be a live-in son-in-law."
The juniors of the Qin family looked at Ye Qingtian arrogantly.
If Ye Qingtian were still from the Ye Race, none of these would happen, rather, they would be kowtowing.
Ye Qingtian also saw Qin Lingyue, in a body-hugging, simple white dress, her curvaceous figure well outlined, and the v-neck design was just right, neither improper nor concealing its proud curves. Below the hem, beautifully curved long legs appeared, seemingly brushed with a layer of cheese, glistening with an alluring hue.
Her face adorned with exquisite light makeup, breathtakingly beautiful.
Not only outstanding in academics, but Qin Lingyue's beauty was also among the best, selected as a school beauty before entering college.
Seeing Ye Qingtian looking at her, Qin Lingyue's expression gradually turned sullen.
Apparently, no one was in favor of this arranged marriage, not just her.
But there's no way, who can change father's mind?
Though Qin Jianguo is the Patriarch, the backbone of the Qin family was Qin Yunlei.
At the family feast, everyone remained silent.
Mainly because of Qin Yunlei's overwhelming presence.
"Qingtian, tomorrow you'll go to school with Lingyue; I've arranged everything. You must live a normal life, as for marriage, wait until you graduate and marry quietly."
Qin Yunlei said with a smile.
"Yes, marrying quietly is best. If it's a big event with lots of people, it's too shameful!"
"True, does the Qin family not care about face? If the Ye Family knew, who knows how they'd deal with us."
"But it's really unfair to Lingyue; even her wedding needs to be hush-hush."
Upon hearing Qin Yunlei's words, the discussions erupted below.
Ye Qingtian remained unmoved, indifferent to it all.
Qin Jianguo quietly said to Ning Yuejiao: "This child's temperament is stable and calm. It can only be attributed to two aspects: either born into a noble family, cultivated from an early age, with high discipline. Or pretending to be calm."
Ning Yuejiao sighed: "For Ye Qingtian, it can only be the latter. Feigning calm to attract our attention, seeking our admiration."
"It's just for show."
Qin Jianguo scoffed.
After the family feast, everyone called Ye Qingtian aside.
Kang Jingyi said: "Qingtian, we don't expect great achievements from you. In the future, just complete the tasks Lingyue assigns wholeheartedly. You know, the Qin family is one of Jin City's Four Great Families, placing great emphasis on compatibility; outside, you must always regard Lingyue's reputation, absolutely never let her be embarrassed, and certainly not damage Lingyue's reputation."
Ye Qingtian said nothing, seemingly not hearing anything.
Then Qin Yunlei's family took Ye Qingtian away; they didn't live at the Qin Residence.
Qin Jianguo sighed: "This child says nothing, obviously dissatisfied. Alas!"
Ning Yuejiao's eyes flashed, snorting coldly: "What does dissatisfaction matter? In this life, he is only fit to be a live-in son-in-law; the Ye Family has nothing to do with him."
"Lingyue, first take Qingtian to get some daily necessities!"
Qin Yunlei instructed.
These things could easily be arranged by others, but he hoped Ye Qingtian and Qin Lingyue would have time to communicate and interact.
"Get in the car!"
Qin Lingyue glared coldly at Ye Qingtian and climbed into a red Ferrari.
Ye Qingtian touched his nose and got in.
Halfway there.
Qin Lingyue glared at Ye Qingtian: "Why didn't you say a word earlier? People think you were intentionally acting deep."
Ye Qingtian laughed: "Who thinks that?"
"My parents think so, especially my mother. She was born in the Super Clan Kang Family and takes etiquette very seriously; she despises your cleverness."
Qin Lingyue said coldly, raising her head proudly.
Ye Qingtian smiled blandly: "Do you believe I possess the power to make the Kang Family bow?"