Who's going to be the female lead's simp? Aren't the supporting female characters mor

In the mornings at the Bai family manor, the air is always filled with a languid scent of money fermenting.

But today is different.

The air today smells of gunpowder, and also a faint... aroma of tea.

Bai Jingyou sat at the head of the table, with his domineering older sister Bai Qing, who had just returned from abroad, on his left, and Jiang Mengyao, gentle and virtuous, who had rushed over upon hearing the news, on his right.

He lowered his head and cut the Wellington steak on his plate, his movements mechanical, as if he were cutting not beef, but his own anxious heart.

Although Bai Qing was protective of his own, he had always had some reservations about Jiang Mengyao, feeling that the girl from the Jiang family was too cunning and that his silly younger brother couldn't handle her.

Jiang Mengyao is no simple character either; she appears docile on the surface, but in reality, she is a top-notch master of controlling the situation.

When these two women get together, it's like Mars colliding with Earth.

"Is this the little girl from the Jiang family?"

Bai Qing put down his bone china coffee cup, his gaze sweeping over Jiang Mengyao like an X-ray machine, his tone unreadable, "It's been a few years, and you've grown into a beautiful young woman."

Jiang Mengyao wore a beige knitted dress today, with light makeup, and didn't look anxious at all like she did on the phone yesterday.

She put down her knife and fork, straightened her back, and wore a perfectly timed smile.

"You flatter me, Sister Qing." Jiang Mengyao's voice was neither humble nor arrogant. "I heard that you returned to China overnight yesterday, so I specially brought some of this season's new tea. It's made from the same mother tree as your favorite Da Hong Pao tea, to help you cool down."

"Cool down?" Bai Qing raised an eyebrow, tapping her fingers lightly on the table. "You think I have a bad temper?"

"I wouldn't dare." Jiang Mengyao turned her head slightly, glanced at Bai Jingyou who was pretending to be a quail, and showed a hint of heartache in her eyes. "I feel sorry for Jingyou. This matter has caused such a big fuss, you must be very worried abroad. I thought that since we are family, it's good to let some anger get out of control. Why don't we have a cup of tea and sit down to settle things slowly?"

In short, three key points.

First, I'm doing this for Jingyou's own good; second, I know you're protective of your own; third, we're family, and we should all be united against outsiders.

Bai Jingyou mentally gave Jiang Mengyao a thumbs up.

High, really high.

Sure enough, Bai Qing's tense expression relaxed a bit.

What she cares about most is how others treat Bai Jingyou, and Jiang Mengyao's words hit her comfort zone perfectly.

"At least you have some conscience." Bai Qing snorted lightly, then turned to Chen Mo. "How's that Lin Ruyu situation going?"

Chen Mo stepped forward and brought up a set of photos on the tablet.

In the photo, Lin Ruyu is dragging two huge suitcases, standing on the street looking around blankly.

"As you instructed, the legal department arrived at the door at six o'clock this morning with the court's enforcement order," Chen Mo reported. "Except for the clothes she was wearing, everything else was used as collateral to repay the debt owed to the Lin family back then."

"She didn't make a scene?" Bai Jingyou interjected.

"She made a scene." Chen Mo pushed up his glasses, his lips twitching almost imperceptibly. "She threw a tantrum at the door, claiming it was trespassing. But I had someone play the video of her slandering you in the lobby yesterday on a loop. The neighbors all came out and pointed at her, and she couldn't stand the looks she got, so she slunk away."

"She got off too easy." Bai Qing sneered, wiping his mouth with a napkin. "She's just a stray dog; kicking her out is fine. The important thing is that you have to consider the owner before you beat the dog."

She snapped her fingers.

"Chen Mo, take out the gift you gave to Chen Hao and show it to Xiao You."

The large screen lights up.

That was a map showing the distribution of port logistics in Haicheng.

Among them, an inconspicuous small container terminal located in the eastern area was marked in a striking red.

"This is..." Bai Jingyou narrowed his eyes.

"Chen Hao is a smart kid; he's cleaned up his cash flow very well, but he overlooked one thing." Bai Qing stood up, walked to the screen, and pointed his slender finger at the red dot. "To do business, you always need a physical foundation. Most of his so-called overseas funds actually flowed back in under the guise of art and antiques through ocean trade."

"This dock is a logistics transit station controlled by a shell company under his name. Although he is not the legal representative, he has control over it."

Bai Qing turned around, revealing a queen-like smile.

"Just ten minutes ago, I had someone buy this dock."

"You...you bought it?" Bai Jingyou was stunned. "How much did it cost?"

"Not much, three hundred million," Bai Qing said casually. "After paying double the price, the original owner took the money and flew to the Maldives for a vacation overnight. Now, this dock belongs to Bai."

"And then?" Jiang Mengyao couldn't help but ask curiously.

"And then?" Bai Qing shrugged. "Since it's my dock, I have the right to decide how to use it. I had the dock sealed off, citing fire safety rectification as the reason. The deadline? Indefinite."

Bai Jingyou gasped.

That was a ruthless move.

Chen Hao's channels for returning funds were cut off, like a duck being strangled.

If those containers floating at sea can't get in, the cash flow will immediately break down.

Compared to his own strategic maneuvering, his sister's simple and brutal use of money was like a game-changer.

This isn't a business war; it's clearly a demolition crew coming in!

"Ding-dong."

Bai Jingyou's phone rang.

It was a text message from an unknown number, containing only a few words: "You're ruthless."

No need to guess, it must be Chen Hao.

The rat that had been hiding in the ditch was finally scalded by the boiling water and couldn't help but squeal.

"He's getting anxious." Bai Jingyou showed Bai Qing his phone screen, a playful smile curving his lips. "Sis, this isn't a greeting gift; you're clearly trying to ruin his livelihood."

"So what if it gets smashed?" Bai Qing sneered disdainfully. "If he dares to touch my brother, I'll let him know that in this small corner of Haicheng, he can't even breathe properly unless I, Bai Qing, give the nod."

After speaking, she looked at Jiang Mengyao, her eyes showing a hint of approving scrutiny.

"There's a gathering tonight. That big shot from Beijing specifically asked to see some of Haicheng's most promising young talents. Xiaoyou's going, you should come with him too," Bai Qing said calmly. "Keep a close eye on Xiaoyou, don't let any of those girls pounce on him. Especially that Lin Ruyu, if she dares to sneak in, you slap her across the face. I'll take responsibility if anything happens."

Jiang Mengyao's eyes lit up, and she immediately nodded: "Sister, don't worry. I may not be good at anything else, but I'm good at being a bodyguard."

She called me "sister" so naturally.

Looking at the two women who had formed a united front, Bai Jingyou suddenly felt like a mascot.

Is this the legendary...spending money on a woman?

Really fragrant.

……

Night falls at the Peninsula Hotel in Haicheng.

Inside the magnificent banquet hall, elegantly dressed women mingled amidst the glittering lights and shimmering shadows.

This place is home to the city's most elite celebrities; a mere stomp of their foot can shake the entire city's GDP.

But tonight, all the attention is focused on the entrance to the banquet hall.

A stretched Rolls-Royce Phantom came to a slow stop.

The car door opened, and first came a pair of diamond-encrusted black high heels. Then, Bai Qing, dressed in a black deep-V evening gown, stepped out like a queen of the night.

Instead of linking arms with her male companion, she turned slightly to the side and extended her hand.

Bai Jingyou took his sister's hand and got out of the car.

Today he wore a white, handmade suit, perfectly tailored to fit his slender figure, and his hair was styled in a slicked-back style, revealing a handsome face with a touch of wickedness.

On his other side, Jiang Mengyao was holding his arm.

She chose a champagne-colored fishtail dress, which was gentle and elegant, perfectly balancing the aggressive spirit of the Bai siblings.

This family of three... this group of three instantly captured countless photos.

"That's the eldest daughter of the Bai family? My God, her aura is too strong."

"Is that Bai Jingyou next to him? Wasn't he supposed to be a simp who only chases after Lin Ruyu? Why does he look... kind of handsome today?"

"You're not just a little handsome? You're incredibly handsome! And look at the way Miss Jiang looks at you, she's practically drooling."

Amid the murmurs, Bai Jingyou remained calm.

He could feel countless gazes falling upon him.

There was envy, there was jealousy, and there was also... resentment.

In a corner of the banquet hall, a young man holding a wine glass was staring intently at them.

He was dressed in a well-fitting gray suit, wearing gold-rimmed glasses, and had a refined and scholarly air about him. He was none other than Chen Hao after his makeover.

But at this moment, his fingers, gripping the wine glass, turned white from excessive force, and his eyes burned with a fury that was almost tangible.

With the docks sealed off and his funding chain broken, his overseas plans were thrown into complete chaos.

All of this is thanks to that woman.

"Young Master Chen, how have you been?"

A flippant voice rang in his ear.

Chen Hao turned his head sharply and found that Bai Jingyou had somehow shaken off the two women's encirclement and was standing in front of him with a glass of champagne and a smile.

"Bai Jingyou," Chen Hao gritted his teeth, forcing the words out, "you have a good older sister."

"Thank you for the compliment." Bai Jingyou clinked his glass together, making a crisp sound. "I think so too. After all, being born into the right family is a skill, and in that respect, you really can't compare to me."

Chen Hao's face instantly turned as black as the bottom of a pot.

This is what is meant by killing someone by destroying their spirit.

He was implying that Chen Hao was an orphan and a fake second-generation rich kid who rose to power through his adoptive parents.

Chen Hao's face was gloomy, and he turned away, clearly knowing that he wouldn't gain anything.