Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1162 - 1151: When the Daughter Is the Supporting Character and the Younger Sister Is the Protagonist

"Beichen? Why are you standing at the door instead of going in?" Ye Yun inquired with curiosity upon seeing Zhang Beichen pacing outside the house as she returned from work.

Three years had elapsed, and Zhang Beichen was now nineteen. He was progressively becoming more integrated into family matters, exhibiting increased maturity, and starting to display the composed and steady demeanor characteristic of a future family head. Observing him, Ye Yun couldn't help but ponder the qualities of her potential future husband. She didn't aspire to someone superior to Zhang Beichen, merely someone not significantly less capable.

Zhang Beichen moved forward and offered a slight smile, his expression tinged with a hint of concern: "There’s a school graduation party approaching, and I require a dance partner. My initial intention was to invite Xiao Shu, but she mentioned being occupied."

"A graduation party? Aren’t you only nineteen this year? Graduating already?" Ye Yun expressed her surprise.

Zhang Beichen chuckled, radiating confidence and charm: "I commenced my studies at an early age and advanced a grade partway through. My father believes that the sooner I complete my education, the sooner I can assist him with the business operations."

"You certainly have things well-planned. I am two years your senior and will not be graduating until next year." Ye Yun responded with a wry smile, a touch of exasperation in her voice. Indeed, the paths of heirs differed from those of individuals like herself.

"However, Sister Yun, your accomplishments far surpass mine. You established your own venture shortly after enrolling in college, and within three years, you have achieved what many strive for their entire careers." Zhang Beichen’s eyes gleamed as he spoke of this, conveying genuine admiration.

"It’s not as remarkable as you suggest; I merely had some familial backing to leverage." She sighed, "It’s all rather small-scale. Once you assume control of the family enterprise, I suspect my modest undertaking will barely register."

"Not at all, Sister Yun, you have consistently served as an inspiration to us." Zhang Beichen interjected quickly when he observed her self-deprecation.

"Very well, I shall not detain you further. Weren’t you intending to seek out Xiao Shu? Allow me to give you a ride." She placed a hand on his shoulder.

Zhang Beichen's countenance immediately shifted to a more somber expression: "Sister Yun, do you believe Xiao Shu harbors disinterest towards me?"

"How could that possibly be the case? You two are childhood companions; your relationship is the subject of much envy!"

"Yet, invariably, when I propose an outing for Xiao Shu and myself alone, she consistently declines."

"Perhaps it is simply a matter of your youth. Persist in your efforts; pursuing young ladies requires patience." After offering this advice, Ye Yun felt a flicker of bewilderment. She recalled from her previous existence that Zhang Beichen and her niece's romantic journey had not been fraught with such difficulties. Could her own transmigration have inadvertently altered the trajectory of certain events?

Should her presence indeed be the cause of their relational complexities, she felt a pang of regret. However, there was little she could do to rectify it. Perhaps providence had granted her a second opportunity due to the hardships of her prior life. She harbored a belief that if their connection was fundamentally destined, they would ultimately find their way to each other.

"Sister Yun, given that Xiao Shu is unwilling to accompany me, might you consider assisting me with a small favor!" Zhang Beichen suddenly proposed.

"Me?" Ye Yun exclaimed in surprise, swiftly followed by a shake of her head in refusal, "I cannot possibly agree. How could I possibly serve as your date?"

"And why not?" Zhang Beichen’s tone shifted to one of assertiveness. "The requirement for the party is not for attendees to bring a romantic partner. If I arrive without a date, my peers will undoubtedly mock me. However, if I escort you, Sister Yun, the situation will be entirely different. Your beauty and elegance would undoubtedly fill me with pride, provoking envy among those individuals."

"But…" Ye Yun remained hesitant.

"No more hesitations, Sister Yun. I shall manage everything concerning your attire, footwear, and accessories. I will personally collect you. Your only obligation is to attend and share a single dance with me."

Observing his imploring gaze, Ye Yun found herself unable to refuse any longer: "Very well, I shall assist you on this occasion. Just ensure you invite Xiao Shu along as well."

Upon receiving her consent, Zhang Beichen's face lit up with effusive delight: "My gratitude, Sister Yun. Should you ever require any assistance yourself, please do not hesitate to inform me."

"Now, you should head home; it is growing late." Ye Yun, witnessing his evident pleasure, shook her head with a gentle chuckle. Regardless of his outward appearance of maturity, he remained, at his core, a young man, exhibiting such exuberance over something as trivial as maintaining appearances before his peers.

"Why have you returned so late today?" Mei Chunli inquired with concern, noting her daughter's increasingly late arrivals home.

"It's nothing significant; I merely encountered Zhang Beichen outside and we conversed briefly." Ye Yun gave a yawn, "Mom, have you prepared the bath? I am utterly drained."

Mei Chunli's heart ached: "Why do you persist in exhausting yourself to such an extent? Your elder sister manages a vast corporation, yet I've never witnessed her working overtime in the way you do. You should prioritize resting more."

"How could it possibly be the same? My sister’s corporation is managed by seasoned professionals, operating under a stringent hierarchy. Even if she were absent, the company would remain stable. My situation is different. My company is in its nascent stages; I must personally handle every detail."

Discussing this, Ye Yun felt a genuine sense of vexation. She had initially believed that possessing both capital and connections would simplify business ventures, but shortly after its inception, an unending stream of problems emerged.

She found herself unable to delegate crucial company operations, feeling compelled to manage everything single-handedly. If the company’s regulations were stringent, the employees became disgruntled; if they were too lenient, she feared utter disarray. The actors she had signed were compliant initially, but once they achieved popularity, their demands escalated. Recently, the prominent actors began to agitate over profit distribution.

These individuals seemed to forget that without her early discovery, who knows how long they would have toiled in obscurity. The leading actress also caused a stir with some scandalous gossip, lamenting the damage to her image and questioning where endorsements would come from without public attention.

Fortunately, she had been astute enough to secure them with lengthy contracts from the outset. Any desire to leave would incur substantial penalties, otherwise, all her efforts might have been in vain.

"Since you are so occupied, why not recruit more managerial talent? Financial resources are not the sole determinant of success," Mei Chunli suggested, her brow furrowed with concern.

"It's not as straightforward as you propose, Mother. For a fledgling company like mine, top-tier talent shows little interest, and even if they did, they might seek to usurp my authority. I also cannot entrust critical tasks to less skilled individuals. I must oversee all aspects personally."

"Then, let your sister recommend some promising individuals from her corporation to you. Witnessing your constant preoccupation is causing me immense worry," Mei Chunli expressed, her anxiety evident.

"Mother, you shouldn't harbor such hopes. Even if my sister were willing, the executives from her established corporation would hardly consider joining my modest enterprise!"

"But at this pace, your health will inevitably deteriorate!" Mei Chunli voiced her profound concern.

Ye Yun tossed her bag aside and slumped onto the bed, murmuring, "What else can I do? Unlike my sister, who is poised to inherit the family’s corporation, I must carve my own path to avoid being looked down upon."

"Who would dare to slight you? Everyone sings your praises!"

"But they still hold you in contempt," Ye Yun declared emphatically, "They consistently believed your pregnancy with me was driven by ulterior motives, and that you lack social standing. Only my success will compel them to alter their perception!"

Mei Chunli was rendered speechless for a considerable duration, taken aback that her daughter’s relentless drive stemmed from such a reason. Tears began to stream down her face.