A second chance with my billionaire husband-Chapter 1597 - 318: Restoring Past Glory, Dying with Regrets (Part 1)

Pei Yu raised an eyebrow and looked at Yun Ya: "Oh? What did Yun Ya study?"

Before Yun Ya could speak, a cool voice leisurely spoke up: "A double postdoctoral degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine."

After a pause, it was added: "Five years ago."

To be honest, Pei Yu didn’t know much about Ji Yunya, and had only heard passing mentions of the recently famous Dr. Nyx. He wasn’t aware of the specifics and didn’t expect her to have such a prestigious background.

Dongfang Yi’s hand at her side tightened slightly, and a bitter smile slid across her lips. She then looked up, her smile gentle and fitting: "Yun Ya is indeed too low-key. When this news came out, I thought I’d heard wrong. Yun Ya was only thirteen five years ago, such a prodigy, you’re truly excellent, making me feel inferior."

Her tone was very sincere, with no trace of jealousy or displeasure.

This level of magnanimity made Pei Yu look at her anew.

The more he interacted with Ji Yunya, the more he found her too perfect, almost unreal, and too sharp. Being this outstanding at such a young age might not be a good thing; as the saying goes, "too much is as bad as too little." Dongfang Yi, on the other hand, though not as comparable to Ji Yunya, possessed excellent character and a broad mind, certainly a suitable virtuous wife and mother.

Although Ji Yunya had the educational edge, in Pei Yu’s mind, the balance had imperceptibly tilted towards Dongfang Yi.

Dongfang Yi understood Pei Yu’s character too well. This old man was cowardly yet concerned with reputation, powerful yet domineering. He preferred a daughter-in-law who was traditional, obedient, and tame, rather than a perfect yet unassailable strong woman.

Yun Ya lowered her eyes with a smile. She didn’t care about Pei Yu’s opinion of her; she never planned to marry Pei Qinghan. What surprised her was Dongfang Yi; had she shifted her target so quickly?

"Ah... don’t belittle yourself. Whether a prodigy or ordinary, as long as one is safe and healthy, that’s a blessing."

Dongfang Yi smiled: "Uncle Pei is right."

Pei Qinghan smirked cynically.

"Yun Ya, your grandfather is Ji Huaixi, right?" Pei Yu suddenly asked.

Yun Ya smiled and nodded: "That’s right."

Pei Yu nodded: "Your grandfather was an incredible person, devoted his life to charity, and was deeply respected by the people. I met him once when I was young, but that was so long ago, I can hardly remember what he looked like. But his character, that leaves an impression, and you resemble him a lot; truly worthy of being his granddaughter."

Yun Ya’s impression of her grandfather was already blurry. After all, it spanned decades of her past and present lives. She always learned about her grandfather through others’ words. Her grandfather was a great person, a great philanthropist; no doubt about it.

Buddhism speaks of accumulating virtue through good deeds; did her grandfather accumulate virtue for himself? For his descendants?

He died of anger, his descendants were involved in incest, and even his only pair of grandchildren died tragically. This is the result of accumulating virtue through good deeds.

A hint of sarcasm flashed in Yun Ya’s eyes.

This kind of goodness, I’d rather not have.

"When I was little, my grandfather always taught me the principles of being a person, but unfortunately, he passed away too early." She finished with a shake of her head.

Pei Yu’s eyes flickered, and he suddenly said: "I’m not feeling well, Yun Ya, accompany me back to my room."

This was to give them some time alone.

Yun Ya stood up and pushed the wheelchair away.

The living room quieted down.

Pei Qinghan’s expression was calm, his posture elegant, as if a sculpture, cold and aloof.

Dongfang Yi glanced at him and suddenly said: "Mr. Pei, I think I will be a qualified wife."

Pei Qinghan sneered lightly, not even looking at her: "So what?"

Dongfang Yi clenched her fist and smiled: "The Pei family needs rebuilding. If our Dongfang family marries into yours, we will help the Pei family restore its former glory. And Mr. Pei’s Han Yi Gang, without any political backing, cannot last long in the power center of the Capital City; I’m sure you understand this, so you should clearly know which choice is most beneficial for you."

She laid out her bargaining chips, clearly telling him the benefits of marrying her.

Such a man could not be moved by emotions; she could only use benefits to bind him to the same ship and then plan slowly.

Dongfang Yi was a bit nervous because she didn’t know if she could succeed. This man... had always exceeded her expectations.

Pei Qinghan’s eyebrow arched slightly, that jade-white profile showing a bit of wickedness, leaving her somewhat dazed.