"Didn't your sister marry Lu Beichuan? If a person like Lu Beichuan is willing to say a few words for you, the big boss at Shengshi Entertainment will give him face. Moreover, I heard Lu Corporation's CEO is very ambitious. The Lu Corporation's subsidiaries are involved in various fields, including the entertainment industry. Right now, that company is only at the exploration stage, but he doesn't look like the type to abort things halfway. If you could seek him out as your backer, you could have all the resources that you want."

It was true that Lu Beichuan would be a top tier backer, and she almost could have gotten this top tier backer as her husband!

Thinking of this again, Ye Qing hated Ye Zhen to the bone!

"I know that it's inevitable that you feel it's unfair that your sister married so well, but no matter what, Lu Beichuan is your brother-in-law. It's only right and proper that he helps you. There's nothing wrong with expecting your family member to help you. You have to learn to be tactful and slick. You have such a good resource available to you, but you're not taking advantage of it. Instead, you seek out me, a minor player. I really don't know what you're thinking. It makes me feel bad for you."

Ye Qing stayed silent.

"Actually, I can make a guess. You have a surly and stubborn temper. You think a lot of things are beneath you. Based on the environment that you grew up in, I can guess you were the type of girl that everyone worshipped and treasured. You entered the entertainment industry too quickly, and you're not used to the difference in the treatment. The gap is too big from what you're used to.

I can also understand that you're jealous that your sister married so well. But you shouldn't let that keep you from having a relationship with your sister. Doing that only hurts you. You're the one that has to live your life. Are you not tired of having to compromise in the entertainment industry yet? Bend your head in front of your sister and have her speak to Lu Beichuan on your behalf. This method will definitely work."

Ye Qing didn't say anything, but Older Sister Li felt that her objective had been achieved. She had said everything that she needed too, so there was no need to say anything extra.

"Alright, go and think through this matter yourself. At the very least, you're sisters. You can let go of any grievances between the two of you. I'll leave first. If you regret..." Older Sister Li raised the folder with profiles of old men. "You can come find me. Don't worry, you can still choose which one you want."

After saying this, she put on her sunglasses, pushed open the door, and got out of the car.

Ye Qing remained sitting in the car. She didn't move for a long time.

Dying would feel less painful than asking Ye Zhen for help. However, Older Sister Li was right. If Lu Beichuan helped her, even if it was only by saying a few words, her life would get much better.

As long as she was willing, willing to beg Ye Zhen, then she would have an unending amount of resources.

She just had to be willing to give up her pride and beg Ye Zhen.

But how could she be willing?

Ye Qing punched the seat in front of her. Beg Ye Zhen for help? Dream on!

***

After leaving Ye Qing's car, Older Sister Li entered a BMW. She took off her sunglasses and took out her phone to make a call.

"Miss Shen, you can rest assured that I said everything that I should. I'm sure that Ye Qing knows what she has to do."

On the other end, Shen Weiyin said a few words before hanging up.

She deliberately had Older Sister Li get in touch with Ye Qing. She wanted Ye Qing to ask Ye Zhen for help. If Ye Zhen refused to help, then these two sisters would have irreconcilable differences and it would be easier for her to manipulate Ye Qing in the future.

However, it would be even better if Ye Zhen agreed to help.

After Ye Zhen repeatedly requested help for her family, with how busy Lu Beichuan was with work, he was sure to get fed up with her as time went on.

Shen Weiyin sneered.

Did she really think that she could bring her whole family up with her just by marrying into a prestigious family?

The next day, Ye Zhen didn't wake up until the sun was already high in the sky because of Zhouzhou's first lunar birthday celebration yesterday.

Compared to the clamor and bustle of yesterday, it was very quiet today.

After washing up, Ye Zhen went downstairs and sat down at the dining table. Looking at Aunty Yue, who was serving her breakfast, she doubtfully asked, "Aunty Yue, where's mom and grandpa? Why don't I see them?"

"Young Master went to work, and Old Master packed up and went to the ancestral home early in the morning. Young Master Shaoyan and Young Master Lin sent Old Master off.

Madam didn't feel well this morning, so she went to the hospital. But, it's just old symptoms flaring up for Madam. It's nothing serious. She's just going to the hospital for a check up. She specifically told me to pass on the message that you don't have to worry or go to the hospital to visit her. Just stay at home and take care of the young master."

Ye Zhen nodded. "Okay, I got it."

For Old Master Lu to return to the ancestral home in the morning, it meant that his discussion with Lu Beichuan went well yesterday. At the very least, there was no conflict between them on the surface.

Maintaining this relatively stable coexistence was the best of both worlds.

Aunty Yue placed a bowl of fresh and soft chicken congee in front of Ye Zhen. It had a delicious aroma, a velvety texture, and excellent flavor.

In a good mood, Ye Zhen had another bowl after her first one.

The nanny brought Zhouzhou downstairs. Zhouzhou, who had just finished drinking milk, had a pacifier in his mouth. He looked around the room with his big eyes. When he saw Ye Zhen, he happily waved his hands and feet. He didn't know how to speak yet. He could only open his mouth to energetically babble.

It was the nanny that had given him the pacifier. Otherwise, he would stick his hand into his mouth and drool all over it. He smiled innocently and looked like the silly son of a rich family.

"Zhouzhou, come here, mom will hold you." Ye Zhen held the little bundle. While playing with Zhouzhou, she asked the nanny about Zhouzhou, "How many times did Zhouzhou wake up last night? How many times do you feel him milk? Did he cry?"

The nannies hired by the Lu's were all diligent professionals. The nanny replied without leaving out any details, "Madam, you don't have to worry. I've cared for a lot of children before, and Zhouzhou is the most well-behaved child I've ever seen. He woke up two times last night. I fed him milk twice and changed his diaper once. He only cried once. He immediately stopped crying as soon as I appeared."

"So our Zhouzhou is a good baby." Ye Zhen held Zhouzhou and looked at that nanny. "You worked hard. Go rest. I'll take care of Zhouzhou today."

The nanny smiled. "It's nothing. I'm just doing what I should."

Ye Zhen held Zhouzhou's little hand. However, Zhouzhou had only paid attention to her for a moment. He was already back to earnestly sucking on his pacifier. The toy had his full attention, and he didn't give his mom any face.

It had been a month since Zhouzhou was born. Under the nannies and Mrs. Lu's feeding, his weight gain could clearly be seen. He had the chubby cheeks of a baby, and Ye Zhen could feel that he had gotten much heavier. He was a fat little dumpling that only ate and slept.

"Chubby boy, you have to grow up well. Look, your mom is so pretty, and your dad... he's okay. You can't waste the genes you inherited, okay?"

Zhouzhou didn't pay attention to her at all. His eyelids drooped, and he fell asleep while sucking his pacifier.

"Madam, I'll hold the baby for you," Aunty Yue whispered.

"No need, I'll hold him for a little bit longer. I'm not tired."

After these words were said, someone walked into the villa and quietly reported to Ye Zhen, "Madam, someone is here to see you. She says her name is Ye Qing and that she's your older sister."

Hearing Ye Qing's name, Ye Zhen paused.