Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1161 - 1150: When the Daughter Is the Supporting Character and the Sister Is the Protagonist

With the initial capital bestowed by Ye Changfeng, Ye Yun embarked on her grand aspirations. Her ventures into business saw significant success, fueled by ample capital, robust connections, and keen foresight. Her sights were now set on the most profitable frontier: the online gaming industry.

To observers, she emerged as a burgeoning business prodigy. Many had faltered in this arena, and numerous others had been utterly ruined.

Yet, despite her youth, she not only amassed wealth but also rapidly carved out a significant position for herself. While not entirely unique amongst the scions of wealthy families, her achievements were undeniably brilliant, making her a subject of constant discussion among the elder generation.

Within the circle of young heirs, her standing had ascended, and many even held her in high regard.

Nevertheless, Ye Yun herself harbored a persistent dissatisfaction. Though her company's launch was triumphant, it fell far short of her lofty expectations. The profits generated were but a fraction of what a single subsidiary of the Ye Group could yield. How could she ever truly contend with her elder sister? Would she perpetually remain a step behind?

It wasn't just her sister; there was also Xiao Shu. As the elder sibling, her intellect far surpassed Xiao Shu's. When Xiao Shu eventually inherited the conglomerate, her own position would still be inferior to Ye Yun's.

Ye Yun recognized the flawed nature of her thinking but found herself powerless against a heart consumed by envy. Why such a disparity when they shared the same surname? Was it solely because her mother was a stepmother?

"What troubles you now? Didn't your father mention that your company's development has been progressing well recently?" Mei Chunli inquired, her brow furrowed with concern for her daughter.

"It's nothing," Ye Yun replied with a sigh, her voice laced with dejection. "It's just that the company's growth isn't quite meeting my expectations."

"It's already commendable! Your father sang your praises just the other day!" Mei Chunli declared proudly, her conviction growing that her past choices were correct, and she felt thankful that her daughter's latent talent had not gone unnoticed.

"But no matter how well it develops, it's merely a gaming company. How can it possibly compare to the Ye Group that my sister will inherit?" Ye Yun's tone was heavy with sorrow. "I had hoped that by establishing my own success, others would finally take me seriously. Instead, everyone merely remarks that I am worthy of being my sister's sibling, possessing similar business acumen. Am I destined to live perpetually in her shadow?"

"Why do you say that? Your company is only just beginning its journey. With time, everyone will witness your true capabilities. Haven't they already begun to acknowledge you?" Mei Chunli offered patient consolation.

Ye Yun remained dispirited, her mood utterly bleak. "But my sister is consistently the most exceptional one. If I succeed, people will say I'm merely living up to my sister's reputation, not disgracing her guidance. If I fail, they'll dismiss it as youthful inexperience, still no match for the designated heir."

Mei Chunli's heart ached upon hearing this. "They truly say such things?"

"Would I lie to you? Alright, Mom, I have business to attend to. Please go out for now." Ye Yun spoke with evident weariness.

"Very well, Mom won't disturb you any further. But no matter how swamped you are with company matters, always remember to rest, okay?"

Ye Yun offered a perfunctory reply: "I know."

Gazing at the closed door, Mei Chunli let out a profound sigh. She desperately wished her daughter wouldn't have to strive so relentlessly. Yet, contemplating her daughter's ambitions, she couldn't bring herself to urge her to quit. All she could do was blame herself for her own inadequacy, unable to offer any meaningful assistance to her daughter's endeavors.

"Aunt Mei, why are you standing here?" Ye Qiu appeared, carrying fruit, and offered a warm greeting with a smile.

"Oh, nothing in particular. I just came to check on Xiao Yun; she's been working incredibly hard lately." Mei Chunli adjusted her expression, her demeanor no longer as guarded as it had been when speaking with Ye Qiu.

"Hard work is a given, but her efforts are certainly paying off. Everyone holds a very optimistic view of her company," Ye Qiu affirmed, her tone laced with praise.

Mei Chunli's heart swelled with a quiet joy. "Really? Xiaoqiu, you truly believe your sister has performed exceptionally well?"

"Absolutely," Ye Qiu nodded in confirmation, further reassuring Aunt Mei. She continued, "If I were to start a company at my little sister's age back then, I doubt I could have achieved as much as she has!"

While these words brought Mei Chunli a measure of happiness, an unsettling feeling lingered. Yes, even her stepdaughter acknowledged Ye Yun's genuine excellence, perhaps even surpassing the stepdaughter herself.

Yet, simply because her daughter emerged from her own womb, and because she was born twenty years later, she was compelled to live beneath the shadow of the stepdaughter. Was this fair?

"Aunt Mei, please don't worry too much about Xiao Yun. Entrepreneurship is inherently challenging. Perhaps you could prepare some nourishing soup for her and encourage her to rest early!"

Watching her stepdaughter depart, Mei Chunli felt an intensifying sense of unease, as if a heavy weight had settled in her chest.

Why did all the good fortune favor the stepdaughter? Her own daughter toiled tirelessly to establish a business, while the stepdaughter lounged in comfort, seemingly unburdened by any labor. Yet, they were both daughters of the same husband, so why such a stark disparity?

She neglected to consider that Ye Qiu's ease stemmed from her competence and skill in leveraging others, negating the need for her to personally handle every task.

However, for some individuals, their perspective is so confined that such realizations never dawn upon them.

As days turned into weeks, Ye Yun's efforts intensified to prove her worth. Her company, initially focused on game development, began venturing into the entertainment industry. Despite not achieving anything remarkable in her past existence, she possessed a vivid recollection of the entertainment landscape, including which celebrities, television programs, and films were destined for widespread popularity.

She became akin to a cheat code in the entertainment realm; every actor she signed or film she invested in experienced explosive success, amplifying her renown. Meanwhile, Ye Qiu eventually grew suspicious of her stepsister.

One significant factor was that in her previous life, Ye Yun had not ventured into entrepreneurship. Even if she possessed exceptional abilities, Ye Qiu found it difficult to believe anyone's foresight would be this unerring.

Furthermore, as the head of a company, she questioned the rationale behind personally scouting an obscure celebrity.

An escalating number of indicators solidified Ye Qiu's conviction that her stepsister was either reincarnated or had transmigrated with foreknowledge of the future.

Rebirth seemed more plausible, yet she couldn't fathom when this rebirth had occurred, as her stepsister displayed sufficient cunning to deceive her for such an extended period.

Could she have been involved in the murder of herself and her daughter in the previous lifetime?

Ye Qiu began to direct an unprecedented level of scrutiny toward Ye Yun. However, after months of diligent observation, she discerned no genuine malicious intent from Ye Yun towards her. Her usual demeanor merely conveyed dissatisfaction and a touch of envy.

Such emotions were commonplace and insufficient to instigate criminal actions. If that were the case, then who else could be the perpetrator? Who harbored such profound hatred as to commit murder, leaving no chance for her daughter's survival?

Despite exonerating her sister of suspicion, Ye Qiu maintained a state of heightened vigilance. As the anniversary of the previous life's murder drew nearer, a peculiar calmness settled over her.