Pursuing Her Best Friend after Confession Failed-Chapter 319 - 148: The Lively Girls’ Dormitory, Zhong Tingyue’s Suspicion
Before Li Yuan could speak, a stunned Bai Weixi stared at the Rolex watch in his hand and asked curiously, "Li Yuan, is this gift a watch? Is it for my dad?"
Bai Tianqi, who had maintained a stern expression, suddenly felt a spark of anticipation upon hearing that there was also a gift for him—and it was a watch.
At his school, the principal often wore a watch. It was reportedly a gift from his son-in-law, who would subtly show it off and even refused to take it off in the shower. It was said to be a Rolex worth tens of thousands, making the other male teachers incredibly envious. Men of their generation generally liked to wear watches to display their status.
Li Yuan opened the exquisite packaging. Inside was an elegant small box engraved with the Rolex logo—simple yet grand. The packaging alone looked very high-end. Alongside the box were a certificate of authenticity and the relevant receipts from Rolex.
Li Yuan looked nervously at his potential father-in-law, who bore a striking resemblance to Bai Weixi. His potential mother-in-law was already on his side, but this potential father-in-law, who had been silent and stern since the moment they met, truly made him anxious. Bai Weixi had told him that her dad absolutely adored her.
"Mr. Bai, I wasn’t sure what you’d like, so I got you a watch. It’s a small token of my sincerity. Please accept it."
Bai Tianqi solemnly examined the elaborate box Li Yuan offered him. He glanced at the logo, his expression turning to one of shock as he blurted out, "A Rolex?"
He immediately waved his hands in refusal. "Little Li, this watch is far too valuable. I absolutely cannot accept it."
Li Yuan felt a bit awkward and tried to insist, but Bai Tianqi was resolute in his refusal. He cast a pleading look toward Bai Weixi, hoping she would come to his aid.
Bai Weixi smiled sweetly, hugging Bai Tianqi’s arm and coaxing, "Dad, it’s just a small gesture from Li Yuan. Please accept it. I’m begging you."
His beloved daughter’s pleading had an effect, but Bai Tianqi remained hesitant. He considered the implications more deeply than Yang Jinyu did.
He knew that a Rolex watch cost tens of thousands. If he accepted such an expensive gift from his daughter’s boyfriend, would his daughter still be able to hold her head high around Li Yuan? While he wanted his daughter to find a boyfriend who was well-off in all respects, he absolutely didn’t want her to become a slave to money and end up unhappy. In that case, he would much rather she be with someone from an ordinary family. With his daughter’s looks and education, she could easily find a good match back in their home county—someone like a civil servant from a respectable family, with parents who were also in the system. While not fabulously wealthy, she would lead a comfortable life. They would be able to vet his background thoroughly. He would also live close to home, so he and his wife could look after her and keep her by their side. After all, people selected by the state generally come with a certain guarantee of good character.
Still, Bai Tianqi firmly refused. Looking at Li Yuan, he had to admit that he was actually quite satisfied with the young man.
"Little Li, the gift is too expensive. You should keep it for yourself or return it. It isn’t easy for you to earn money writing books; you shouldn’t waste it on nonessentials."
Li Yuan cringed with embarrassment. He had never expected such an expensive gift to be turned down.
Seeing that her coaxing was ineffective, Bai Weixi grew anxious, afraid that Li Yuan would misunderstand and think her father was dissatisfied with him. Tears welled up in her eyes.
"Dad, I’m begging you!"
Yang Jinyu, who had been watching from the side, rolled her eyes at Bai Tianqi. After twenty years of marriage, she knew all about her husband’s stubborn pride.
"Yuan, don’t mind him. Your uncle is just like that." With that, she took the initiative and accepted the gift from Li Yuan’s hand. "I’ll hold on to it for him for now."
Bai Tianqi opened his mouth to protest but was silenced by a fierce glare from Yang Jinyu. He could only obey and keep his mouth shut.
Li Yuan smiled. He was relieved the gift had been accepted. All he had to do now was share a few drinks with his father-in-law later, and this tricky banquet would be settled.
"Mr. Bai, Mrs. Yang, it’s dinnertime. Shall we go eat? I’ve already booked a private room at a restaurant."
Bai Weixi quickly chimed in, "Yes, yes! I’m starving. Dad, Mom, let’s go eat dinner!"
Watching Li Yuan and her daughter, a thought suddenly struck Yang Jinyu. They’re perfectly in sync, like a true couple...
"Alright then. Old Bai, stop standing there. Let’s go to dinner."
Bai Tianqi grunted in agreement. It was already six-thirty in the evening; it was indeed time to eat.
Seeing the matter was settled, Li Yuan quickly opened the case of Maotai, taking out four bottles to carry with him.
"Mr. Bai, Mrs. Yang, the restaurant is about two miles from here, so we should drive."
"That’s fine. Xixi can drive tonight."
Yang Jinyu smiled, placing the gifts Li Yuan had given her and Bai Tianqi on the sofa. As Li Yuan was getting the wine ready, her curiosity got the better of her, and she glanced at the receipt for her new bag. Her eyes fell on the numbers: Original price: 19,800 yuan. Ten percent discount, final price: 17,820 yuan.
A tremor ran through Yang Jinyu, and a wide smile spread across her face as she thought to herself, Li Yuan is so generous, buying me a bag that costs almost 20,000 yuan! The next time I visit my family, I’ll finally have a presentable bag to carry. And the gift for Old Bai is a Rolex, another luxury brand. I wonder how much that watch cost. It must have been tens of thousands.
