Chapter 1168: Clearly Something’s Wrong With Her Brain

Chapter 1168: Chapter 1168: Clearly Something’s Wrong With Her Brain

No matter the personal ability, position in the Zhao Family, or family relationships, Zhao Dingli was far surpassed by Zhao Guqing.

Although Zhao Guqing never mentioned anything about the Zhao Family to her.

He never spoke about the relationships among the Zhao Family members either.

Naturally, he wouldn’t let Ye Ning learn about it.

Even if Ye Ning did understand, she might not be able to do anything with her abilities.

But out of inherent arrogance, Zhao Guqing looked down on Ye Ning from the bottom of his heart, believing she neither needed nor was worthy of understanding the Zhao Family’s matters.

Yet being with Ye Ning, it couldn’t solely be action without words.

It was evident Zhao Guqing wasn’t that enthusiastic either.

He would inevitably say something.

From Zhao Guqing’s words, dissatisfaction with Zhao Dingli, Zhao Gushen, Zhao Guoxian, and the elder members of the Zhao Family would occasionally seep through.

Even if he tried to hold back from telling Ye Ning, and was aware of this himself.

Yet the long-standing dissatisfaction and even resentment with those people, accumulating over time and complained about often, would inevitably come out in conversation.

Knowing Zhao Guqing was unlikely to initiate any discussion and even if she asked, he still wouldn’t say anything, Ye Ning could only start from details, picking out nuances in Zhao Guqing’s conversations to discover things he hadn’t noticed himself.

In this way, Ye Ning really discovered that Zhao Guqing’s family probably had just average relations with the rest of the Zhao Family.

Just now, seeing the Zhao Family group chat, Ye Ning became more certain of this.

Everyone else was chatting enthusiastically in the group, while Zhao Guqing acted aloof and wouldn’t join in.

In Ye Ning’s view, Zhao Guqing both criticized her foolishness and considered her beneath him.

This wasn’t something Ye Ning, aware of it, took to heart.

But she believed Zhao Guqing was the foolish one.

If she had Zhao Guqing’s conditions, wouldn’t she cling tightly to those in the Zhao Family with real power?

Zhao Guqing’s dad, Zhao Dingye, didn’t have real power in the Zhao Family, what was he hoping to compete for?

Following Zhao Dingye was essentially fruitless.

What could contesting possibly achieve?

In any case, the position as Family Head was destined not to be Zhao Guqing’s.

He might as well learn from Zhao Dingli and Zhao Guoxian.

Only then would the benefits be truly substantial.

Zhao Gushen generously gifted an entire restaurant brand to Zhao Dingli.

And Zhao Guoxian?

Managing Changping Academy aside, Zhao Gushen also helped him secure the Vice President position at the International Chef Association.

All sorts of benefits are sure to follow.

In contrast, what has Zhao Guqing gained?

Any benefits are the result of Zhao Guqing’s own striving, which doesn’t necessarily succeed.

If Zhao Guqing didn’t actively strive, Zhao Gushen wouldn’t even think of him.

So what’s Zhao Guqing going after with this charade?

Even though Zhao Guqing consistently felt Ye Ning was foolish, she knew it and didn’t take it seriously.

They were merely using each other.

It suited Zhao Guqing’s disdain for her as it made it easier for Ye Ning to use him.

In the end, who would lose and who would gain was uncertain.

Ye Ning believed Zhao Guqing would eventually suffer due to his arrogance.

If she had the choice, she would gladly seize the opportunity to be with Zhao Dingli or Zhao Guoxian.

Between Zhao Dingli and Zhao Guoxian, Zhao Dingli undoubtedly had the greater advantage.

Ye Ning didn’t think Zhao Dingli’s age was a problem.

She felt he was quite suitable.

Yet Ye Fei didn’t understand the principle that benefits shouldn’t be allowed to spill to outsiders.

With such a fortunate opportunity, she didn’t think of Ye Ning, but rather gave it cheaply to some so-called best friend.

Didn’t she know the saying about guarding against fire, theft, and best friends?

In times of trouble, the first to betray you might be your best friend!

Putting away his phone, Zhao Guqing looked at Ye Ning and said, "Speaking of which, you’re Ye Fei’s older sister, yet she hasn’t introduced you to Zhao Dingli or Zhao Guoxian."

Ye Ning had no qualms about her discord with Ye Fei, as Zhao Guqing was already aware.

"Probably out of fear," Ye Ning said confidently. "Since childhood, I’ve been more outstanding and received more attention than her. Whenever we were together, people’s gaze would always fall upon me first, and sometimes they wouldn’t even notice Ye Fei."

"From a child till now, she has always lived under my shadow," Ye Ning explained. "So perhaps she fears that by truly introducing me, I’ll take away her attention and everything from her, placing her once again under my spotlight."

"Additionally, it’s a form of revenge," Ye Ning added. "She envies me too much, and she can’t stand me being well, even disregarding sisterly ties."

Ye Ning nestled in Zhao Guqing’s arms, looked up at him, and Zhao Guqing could tell from her eyes and expression that she genuinely believed this.

Zhao Guqing: "..."

Ye Ning’s mind surely had some issues.

From where did she get such confidence?

Zhao Guqing smirked coldly, gripping her chin, "What’s wrong? Feeling wronged by me? Why don’t you go and find Guoxian? Or maybe ask my fourth uncle if he wants to take you as his mistress?"

Ye Ning’s eyes shimmered with tears as she said pitifully, "Of course I feel wronged. I’m with you, what status do I have? You’re single without a formal girlfriend. But that doesn’t mean I’m not just your mistress."

Without a status, one is just a mistress.

However, since Zhao Guqing wasn’t married.

Ye Ning could at least be regarded as a casual partner.

"What’s wrong? Still not satisfied?" Zhao Guqing wouldn’t be swayed by her act.

His disdain was sincere, allowing him to say without hesitation, "You can leave at any time."

"Why are you like this." Ye Ning protested, but held Zhao Guqing tighter, "You know I can’t leave you."

Zhao Guqing sneered.

***

Over here, Zhao Guqing and Ye Ning met in mutual folly, continuing their scheming utilization of each other.

Meanwhile, Zhao Dingli picked up Li Xiaoyun from work.

While in the car, Zhao Dingli planned, "This weekend, let’s rest and first visit my parents’ home?"

"Parents?" Li Xiaoyun was stunned, isn’t Zhao Dingli’s mother deceased?

"Our parents," Zhao Dingli clarified.

Li Xiaoyun processed for a moment before realizing Zhao Dingli meant Mr. Li and Mrs. Li.

It’s only been a day, and Mr. Li and Mrs. Li had already become Zhao Dingli’s parents.

If they knew, it’s uncertain how they’d feel.

Mrs. Li had been constantly worried about her marriage prospects.

Although it wasn’t immediately about marriage, having a boyfriend at least reassured Mrs. Li.

After all, Zhao Dingli had met the parents.

Li Xiaoyun had no hesitations, so she nodded, "Alright."

Zhao Dingli had already planned ahead, so once Li Xiaoyun agreed, he said, "Let’s make it Saturday. Shall we go back to the old residence on Sunday?"

Zhao Dingli quickly explained, "Even though you have visited the old residence before, you weren’t my girlfriend at that time."