Three years after our breakup, my ex-boyfriend dragged me to get our marriage certificate.

She didn't want to live under the same roof as Ji Yuhuai anymore.

He Ling was also worried that Ji Yuhuai would make things difficult for Lin Qingyi in front of all the wives, so she didn't keep her any longer.

Lin Qingyi fled the villa as if escaping, just as a luxury car pulled up in front of her.

It is Pei Heng.

Before Lin Qingyi could react, the door was pushed open, and Pei's mother came downstairs carrying a bag.

"Qingyi." Pei's mother's dignified and elegant face was filled with surprise and excitement. "I heard from Aheng that you were back. I was wondering if I would be able to see you today. I never thought I would actually see you."

"Auntie, it's been a long time! You look better and better."

Lin Qingyi looked at Pei's mother's face with admiration, "If you have any good projects, you have to recommend them. I feel like my face has been sagging lately."

Pei's mother smiled and said, "Isn't that right? The results of this project are indeed obvious."

"But Qingyi, compared to you, I'm just an old cucumber painted green..."

The two exchanged pleasantries with smiles for a while. Pei Heng glanced into the villa and then urged his mother to go inside quickly.

"Qingyi, where are you going? I'll take you."

Pei Heng opened the car door for her, and then almost ran to get into the driver's seat.

He drove off before Lin Qingyi could even fasten her seatbelt.

Lin Qingyi gave the name of the neighborhood where she rented an apartment.

Pei Heng glanced at the rearview mirror and then breathed a sigh of relief.

On the way, he talked on and on.

He told Lin Qingyi about many fun new places that had opened in Beicheng.

Lin Qingyi listened with great interest, "Then I'll go and visit whenever I have time in the future."

Pei Heng's tone carried a hint of excitement, as well as a cautious probe.

"Qingyi, can I walk around with you?"

"Sure, if you have time." Lin Qingyi nodded without hesitation.

"Sister Qingyi."

"Hmm?" Lin Qingyi turned her head to look at him.

"I don't want to call you 'sister' anymore." Pei Heng's tone, once cheerful, now carried a hint of seriousness.

"Sure, just call me by my name." Lin Qingyi smiled gently. "Every time you call me 'sister,' I actually feel a lot of pressure. I don't want to get old..."

Pei Heng's breath hitched. He stared at her intently, his eyes filled with a frankness that warmed her heart.

What I mean is, I want to pursue you.

Pei Heng's voice trembled slightly, but he was extremely serious. "Qingyi, I'm not doing this on a whim, nor am I joking."

I've kept my feelings for you hidden in my heart for many years, and I want to tell you honestly.

Looking at the man in front of her, Lin Qingyi's original scheming and plotting seemed somewhat despicable.

She accepted Pei Heng's friend request, giving him room to imagine.

She thought that if Pei Heng wanted to date her out of boredom, she could accept it without hesitation.

But now, his eyes are filled with the sincerity and enthusiasm unique to young people.

She will be punished if she takes advantage of people who are sincere.

"Aheng, thank you for your kind words."

Lin Qingyi took a deep breath, her tone calm but exceptionally serious, "However, I don't currently have any romantic feelings for you."

The air in the carriage seemed to freeze instantly, but the candlelight in Pei Heng's eyes burned ever brighter.

Lin Qingyi's reaction was exactly what he expected.

On the contrary, he felt it would be against common sense if Lin Qingyi accepted him.

"I know, but I just want to ask you for a chance."

Pei Heng paused for a moment, "An opportunity for me to get close to you, take care of you, and show my true feelings."

I won't cause you any trouble, and I can assure you that if you never develop feelings for me, I will absolutely not pester you.

Lin Qingyi did not respond immediately, but just looked at him quietly, her guard gradually loosening.

Pei Heng didn't urge her, but waited for her to speak.

"If I can't fall in love with you later, you won't cut ties with me forever, will you?"

Lin Qingyi smiled.

"Of course not." Pei Heng chuckled. "I would never do something so tasteless."

As for who is the tasteless person, it goes without saying.

"Alright, here's your chance."

Lin Qingyi smiled and asked, "Can you take me home now?"

*

The crisp sound of mahjong tiles clattering against each other, accompanied by laughter, echoed through the villa.

After coming downstairs, Ji Yuhuai casually pulled up a chair and sat down next to the card table.

He leaned casually against the chair, his posture languid, but his brows were slightly furrowed.

"He Ling, don't forget to wait for your husband, Lao Ji, to come back and discuss this with him."

"Understood," He Ling replied, "but we need to ask Qingyi's opinion on this matter."

Ji Yuhuai's already furrowed brows furrowed even more deeply.

Although his gaze was still on He Ling's cards, his mind was no longer on them.

Pei's mother spoke with certainty and confidence, "Your husband, Ji, dotes on Qingyi, so he'll give her shares."

"Our family will certainly not mistreat Qingyi."

If we can marry Qingyi, we're prepared to share in her.

In addition, the duplex apartment in the city center was transferred to her name.

The bride price was 9.99 million.

A sports car, at least one or two million.

Before He Ling could speak, Pei's mother continued, "I really like Qingyi. She seems calm and collected, but she's actually very capable."

He Ling tightened her grip on the cards and glanced at her son with some embarrassment.

Just as I was about to speak up to smooth things over, the other two ladies spoke up.

"Ah Huai, you and your girlfriend have a good relationship, huh?"

"Your uncle's birthday is in a couple of days. Bring your girlfriend along so we can all have a look at her."

"Isn't your eldest brother's wedding coming up? If things go smoothly with Aheng, you can settle down too, and all three of you can have your weddings by the end of the year."

"Okay, then remember to send an invitation to my girlfriend."

Ji Yuhuai stood up, his voice low and unreadable.

After saying that, Ji Yuhuai turned and walked out.

Everyone continued playing cards, but He Ling had no interest in continuing.

Pei Jiaming knows that Lin Qingyi and A Huai were together, and now he wants to match Lin Qingyi with Pei Heng.

Either they have something they want from Lin Qingyi, or they are genuinely satisfied with Lin Qingyi as their daughter-in-law.

However, He Ling felt that neither of these two possibilities was very likely.

The only thing Lin Qingyi can offer is her overseas study experience and her status as a graduate of Tsinghua University.

Even her brother, who was having a blast abroad, was a bottomless pit.

This is true.

"Sis, can you transfer me some money? I've run out of cash, how about two million?"

When Lin Qingyao sent the text message, Lin Qingyi was lying on the sofa wrapped in a blanket.

Pei Heng went downstairs to the pharmacy to buy her painkillers and sanitary napkins.

Her face was pale, and she was sweating profusely from the pain.

"We only have one million left. I'll figure out the rest."

Lin Qingyi transferred the money and then slammed her phone heavily on the table.

She looked up at the ceiling, her brows furrowed tightly.

Her phone rang, and she knew it was definitely her brother calling her in a desperate attempt to call, so she didn't want to answer.

She took a deep breath and answered the call anyway.

"Sister, I heard that the Pei family is willing to give you a dowry of nearly ten million, a sports car, and a luxury mansion."