155: Extra (1) Parallel World 03

Perhaps Ning Zhuohua's expression was too obvious, as Yan Jinming and Yan Qinghe immediately understood his meaning. The two of them twitched their lips awkwardly, trying their best to force a smile.

Yan Qinghe kicked Yan Jinming hard under the table, signaling him to quickly think of something.

"Ah, well, Zhuohua," Yan Jinming put on the look of a kind elder, "you haven't even heard the betrothal gifts our family can offer yet!"

Ning Zhuohua looked at him in confusion.

"We also understand your situation and know that your mother's medical expenses are quite high. And you still really want to continue your studies, right?" At this point, Yan Jinming paused. "Besides, you probably don't know our family's rules. In the Yan Family, a person can only have one partner in their lifetime. So you don't have to worry about any messy business. As long as you agree, you will definitely be Qinghe's only lover for the rest of your life."

"We won't interfere with your future career or hobbies, as long as you can be a qualified future mistress of the house." Yan Jinming took a sip of tea and continued to pile on the incentives. "The family atmosphere is also very relaxed; there won't be any scary wealthy family infighting. Moreover, if you marry Qinghe, our entire family will welcome you and give you plenty of support. Isn't this much better than facing those difficulties, pains, and uncertainties on your own in the future?"

Ning Zhuohua's fingers twisted together under the table, his teeth clenched tight.

Seeing him like this, Yan Jinming understood that there was indeed a chance. He gave Yan Qinghe a subtle, smug smile and received a secret thumbs-up in return.

Feeling great after being praised by his son, Yan Jinming decided to strike while the iron was hot.

"Tell you what, look over this contract first, have some breakfast, and think it over carefully. Qinghe and I will go for a stroll and be back in half an hour."

The contract drafted by Yan Qinghe was pushed in front of Ning Zhuohua. The father and son of the Yan Family, each harboring their own schemes, shared a glance and left the private room together.

"Dad, well done! If your son really manages to land a wife this early, you'll deserve the top credit." Once out of the private room, Yan Qinghe couldn't wait to flatter his father.

Yan Jinming glanced at him with disdain. "For your sake, I've really thrown away my dignity. To think I'm now taking advantage of someone's crisis to force them into a commitment... How will I face our ancestors in the future?"

"This is about finding a wife! A little bit of maneuvering is harmless," Yan Qinghe continued to brainwash Yan Jinming. "Besides, Zhuohua is such an outstanding person. Just think, won't he achieve great things in the future?"

Yan Jinming nodded decisively. "That's true. Although this child is in a tight spot right now, with his talent, his future is limitless."

"Exactly! Dad, think about it. With such a promising wife, if I don't snag him now, what attraction will I have for him when he grows up? It'll be too late then!" Yan Qinghe argued shamelessly. "If you want a wife, you have to strike early. Look at you and Mom; wasn't it because you struck early that you defeated that sister-complex uncle of mine and got married so soon?"

At the mention of Jiang Fuyue, Yan Jinming immediately convinced himself, tossing his last bit of conscience aside.

"You're right, in matters like this, one must strike first to gain the upper hand! Besides, we've only laid out the benefits without any coercion. If he refuses, there won't be any retaliation; it's completely voluntary." Yan Jinming patted Yan Qinghe's shoulder solemnly. "Don't worry, Dad will definitely bring this daughter-in-law home for you!"

"Thanks, Dad!!"

Having made up their minds, the father and son crouched in a corner of the hotel, plotting for a full half-hour on how to help Yan Qinghe successfully secure Ning Zhuohua. Meanwhile, inside the private room, Ning Zhuohua's mind was a battlefield of conflicting thoughts.

The contract was spread out before him, detailing what he would receive and the price he would have to pay.

He would receive the best medical care and nursing for his mother; the Yan Family would treat him as one of their own, supporting his education and lifestyle; he would enjoy the same privileges as Yan Qinghe; and he would eventually become the mistress of the Yan Family. The contract was even thoughtful enough to include an introduction to the family's marriage traditions.

It was clear that as long as he signed, he could immediately escape his current hardships and live a happy, prosperous, and harmonious life.

Ning Zhuohua was indeed very tempted.

But as for the cost, Ning Zhuohua frowned as he read the strange clauses, feeling that something was off.

"Perform all the duties of a wife, and be with the husband in every aspect of daily life—eating, dressing, living, and traveling," "Take care of the husband's daily life," "Obediently follow all the husband's requests and orders, abide by the house rules set by the husband, and do not resist," "Maintain distance from others of both sexes and do not betray the husband," "Hold the wedding immediately upon turning eighteen with no delays," "Transfer household registration to the Yan Family immediately upon signing the contract," "No domestic violence against the husband"...

These bizarre clauses made Ning Zhuohua suspect they were looking for a Child Bride, especially the one in bold and enlarged font requiring him to listen to Yan Qinghe.