Feng Zhixing said, "Qingyi, go back to your room first. I need to have a word with Mr. Qin."
Feng Qingyi glanced worriedly at Qin Yuchuan, but only after receiving a reassuring look from him did she slowly retreat to her room.
Feng Qingyi closed the door and pressed her ear against it, trying to listen to the conversation outside. Unfortunately, the soundproofing was too good, and she couldn't hear anything. She could only pace anxiously in her room.
In the living room, Nan Yin and Feng Zhixing sat together. Qin Yuchuan sat on the sofa opposite them, reminiscent of a negotiation scene.
"Mr. Qin, where are you currently employed?" Feng Zhixing asked.
"It's nothing impressive. My family has some assets, so I'm comfortable enough," Qin Yuchuan replied. He realized he needed a plausible identity in this world.
"Mr. Qin, my daughter has been well-protected since childhood. We're aware of your relationship with her," Feng Zhixing continued. "However, after today's events, I feel you two might not be suitable for each other."
"She's still a university student, unaware of the complexities of the world. It's understandable if she's been momentarily misled."
"As her father, it's my duty and responsibility to guide her back on the right path. I trust you understand my meaning, Mr. Qin."
It seemed his first impression on his future in-laws wasn't great, but putting himself in their shoes, he could understand.
"Sir, I understand your concerns, but I respectfully disagree," Qin Yuchuan responded. "I apologize for coming here abruptly today and for my earlier thoughtlessness. Please forgive me."
"However, regarding Qingyi, I am determined. I won't make empty promises to you. I only wish to prove myself through my actions, with all my ability."
Feng Zhixing studied the young man before him. His expression was serious, and every word seemed earnest. Despite his years of experience in reading people, Feng Zhixing found this young man inscrutable. He wondered if such a man was truly someone Qingyi could handle.
"Mr. Qin, with your qualifications, surely there are more suitable partners for you. Qingyi isn't the right match."
Nan Yin pinched Feng Zhixing. "Can't you at least let him finish speaking?"
Qin Yuchuan interjected, "The suitability of our relationship should be determined by Qingyi herself. It's not appropriate for you to decide so definitively, sir."
"I think Yuchuan has a point," Nan Yin chimed in, supporting Qin Yuchuan. "This is between the two of them. How can you make such a hasty decision? Would Qingyi even agree?"
Feng Zhixing sighed. "I need to speak with Mr. Qin privately. Go check on Qingyi in her room."
As Nan Yin stood up, she said, "Alright, you two talk."
After Nan Yin left, Feng Zhixing got straight to the point.
"Mr. Qin, let me be frank. For a man like yourself, with a good family background and clearly ambitious, what exactly do you see in my daughter?"
"Young girls these days are easily swayed by sweet words, mistaking them for love. But fleeting excitement can't withstand the test of time."
"Qingyi is my only daughter. I don't expect her to achieve great things, I just want her to lead a simple, happy life. I'm afraid you might not be the right person for her."
Qin Yuchuan remained seated calmly, his expression unchanging.
"Sir, I understand you don't approve of me, and I can see why. But I must clarify that I haven't done anything inappropriate with Qingyi."
"What you witnessed today has its reasons, and I will respect her until we're married."
"Your judgment about me not being the right person is premature. I believe Qingyi should make her own decision. She has her own thoughts and can be quite stubborn."
"I know a few words won't change your opinion of me, but I believe time will prove everything."
"It's getting late, so I'll take my leave now. Next time, I'll pay a proper visit."
At this moment, Feng Qingyi and Nan Yin emerged from the bedroom.
"Dad, Mom, I'll see him out!" Feng Qingyi said.
Feng Qingyi walked Qin Yuchuan to the door.
"Did my dad say anything to you?" Feng Qingyi asked worriedly.
Qin Yuchuan ruffled her hair. "No, don't worry about it."
"Does my dad disapprove of us being together?"
Judging by her father's expression earlier, it didn't seem like they had a pleasant conversation. If it wasn't pleasant, it must have been contentious.
"He'll come around," Qin Yuchuan assured her.
However, he didn't have much time to deal with the situation here right now.
Feng Qingyi tugged at his sleeve. "What if my dad never agrees?"
"Qingyi, I won't put you in a difficult position. Have some faith in me."
"Alright. I don't know why they suddenly came back. You just said you could keep me company..."
She wondered when they would meet again.
Qin Yuchuan was equally reluctant to leave. "Qingyi, I'll make time to see you."
"If there's something you want to tell me but don't know how, just write me a letter. I'll read every word carefully."
"You should go back in now. Goodnight!"
Feng Qingyi nodded slightly. "Okay, goodbye!"
Just as he had arrived silently, he left without a sound.
She wasn't sure when it had happened, but he had already taken up a significant place in her heart.
She found herself thinking of him often, realizing she liked him even more than she had imagined.
When she returned home, Feng Zhixing and Nan Yin were sitting on the sofa.
"Come sit," Nan Yin beckoned to her.
Feng Qingyi slowly walked over.
"Tell us about your relationship," Nan Yin said.
Feng Zhixing rarely looked so serious, which made Feng Qingyi a bit nervous.
"I really like him and want to be with him," she said.
Feng Zhixing asked, "Is he really the only one for you?"
"I don't know, but if it were someone else, I don't think I'd be as happy as I am now."
When she was with him, she felt relaxed and joyful.
Feng Zhixing sighed, "Is he really that good?"
Feng Qingyi nodded, "Although I haven't met many people, I think he's the best. There couldn't be anyone better than him."
"What you saw earlier was actually me hugging him first. He came especially to spend the Lantern Festival with me, and I was very happy."
Feng Zhixing retorted, "... You're a young lady, how can you not understand the importance of modesty?"
"I just hugged him, I didn't do anything else. Besides, we're already together."
"Didn't do anything else? You practically tackled him. What more did you want to do?"
"You're still a university student. Even if you're in a relationship, there should be no overly intimate behavior before marriage."
He had always thought it was his problem, not realizing his daughter could be so fierce.
Nan Yin spoke up at the right moment: "I think Yuchuan carries himself well and speaks properly. He's quite good and seems to be a great match for Qingyi."
"Today's incident wasn't his fault either. There's no need to lecture here. Qingyi is grown up now and knows her boundaries."
"It's getting late. We should all return to our rooms and rest."
Feng Qingyi bid goodnight and retreated to her own room.
