Everyone Loves the Alpha, But He’s Not Interested [Transmigration] - Chapter 117

Ning Xi continued, “You want to match Qingxue with that person?”

Yu Zhangyuan glanced at her indifferently. “His family background is on par with the Yu family, his appearance resembles yours, and he’s an outstanding alpha. Between you and him, who do you think I’d choose for my daughter?”

“What advantages do you have over him that would make me consider marrying my daughter to you?”

Yu Zhangyuan’s tone was light, but the weight behind each word was crushing.

If it were someone with equally strong pride and insecurity, they might have stormed off immediately.

Yu Qingxue secretly turned her head, looking at Ning Xi with concern.

Ning Xi remained composed, her calm dark eyes meeting Yu Zhangyuan’s as she said earnestly, “Uncle Yu, when it comes to family background, I can’t compare to anyone because I have no family. I am all I have.”

Yu Zhangyuan hadn’t expected Ning Xi to speak so candidly without hesitation. He looked at her, and her steady gaze directly met his.

His heart gave a slight jolt.

In over a decade, the number of people who could meet his eyes without flinching could be counted on one hand. He was confident in his natural commanding presence, yet here he was, challenged by a young woman in her twenties.

Yu Zhangyuan averted his gaze. “You’d do well to know your place.”

Ning Xi replied, “Uncle Yu, I do know my place. I know how deeply I love Qingxue, and how much she loves me. If you think my status isn’t high enough, I’m willing to work for it. I may not be born into wealth, but I can become the first generation of it.”

Her voice was clear and pleasant, gentle yet firm, resonating deeply. Yu Zhangyuan couldn’t ignore it even if he tried.

“The first generation of wealth? Hah!” Yu Zhangyuan stood up, walked to the bookshelf behind him, and leisurely selected a book. Returning to his seat, he flipped open the first page, eyes skimming the text as he remarked, “Easier said than done. Without money, resources, or connections, how do you expect to start a business as a student?”

“By borrowing from Qingxue?” He turned to the second page. “If you rely on her for everything, even if you succeed, I’ll never approve of your relationship.”

“I understand, Uncle Yu.”

Ning Xi

Yu Zhangyuan finally looked up, his brows furrowing with displeasure. “Qingxue has her own independent will. If I wanted to force her, she would’ve gotten married right after graduating from university.”

Ning Xi slightly curved her red lips into a relaxed smile. “Thank you.”

Yu Qingxue secretly turned her head and, seeing Yu Zhangyuan about to glare, quickly grabbed a book and ran to his side. In a sweet, coquettish voice, she said, “Dad, the story in this book is so boring. I don’t want to read it anymore. Dinner should be ready, let’s go down and eat.”

Yu Zhangyuan glanced at her. “After the show wraps up, you’re not to meet Ning Xi alone again.”

Yu Qingxue lowered her eyes, her pale irises darting about unseen by her father. She sighed deeply and said dejectedly, “I understand, Dad.”

Yu Zhangyuan hesitated for a moment before patting her shoulder. “Your feelings aren’t that deep yet. It’s best for both of you to cool off for a while.”

With that, he withdrew his hand and returned to his book. “You two go ahead downstairs. I’ll read a bit more.”

After Ning Xi and Yu Qingxue left the study, Yu Zhangyuan closed his book, set it aside, and took out his phone to dial his old friend Yun Tianxi in Country A.

The call connected after three rings. Before he could speak, Yu Zhangyuan heard hearty laughter from the other end. “Hahahaha! Zhangyuan, has Zhaoyue come to visit you? So, what do you think of my youngest daughter? Does she meet your standards?”

Yu Zhangyuan had previously shared his thoughts with Yun Tianxi during a call, and Yun Tianxi had been even more excited than him, practically ready to arrange a wedding for the two on the spot.

“No, Zhaoyue hasn’t been here recently. New Year’s Day is tomorrow, maybe you should call her and tell her to come over early in the morning.”

Yun Tianxi replied, “That girl, I’ll call her right now. Don’t worry, she’s an alpha. Nothing’s going to happen to her.”

Shortly after hanging up, Yun Tianxi called back. “I’ve spoken to Zhaoyue. She’ll be at your place by 8 a.m. tomorrow.”

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