After Awakening Consciousness, I Was Entangled by the White Moonlight Female Supporting Character - Chapter 11

Early in the morning, Jiang Wanhe finished getting ready and headed downstairs.

He had returned late last night after spending time with Pei Yuan, but he still had to get up for work in the morning.

Tying his tie with practiced ease as he descended the stairs, Jiang Wanhe spotted the woman sitting at the dining table.

His steps faltered. “Isn’t Ye Zi on summer break? Why is she up so early?”

Jiang Ciqiu glanced at him, her lips curving into a smirk that was unmistakably provocative.

She took a sip of the milk in front of her.

Jiang’s mother answered for her. “Ye Zi is about to start her third year of university. She said she wanted to gain some experience, so we thought we’d arrange a position for her at the company to get her familiar with things.”

“But Ye Zi is still in college—there’s no need to rush. She can start after graduation.”

“Yet, Brother, you were already interning at headquarters during your university days. Don’t you remember? Dad personally signed your internship certificate,” Jiang Ciqiu deliberately pointed out.

This was an undeniable fact, leaving no room for rebuttal.

The man sat down, loosening the tie he had just fastened.

His gaze swept over Jiang’s parents’ faces before darkening slightly.

Hadn’t Jiang Ciqiu always been uninterested in the company? What was she up to now?

If she showed any interest, those two old folks wouldn’t hesitate to hand the company’s inheritance rights to her.

He was just an outsider—no matter how many times they pretended otherwise, he wasn’t truly part of the Jiang family.

He would never be accepted.

And her recent attitude toward him had been off. Before, though they weren’t close, she hadn’t been this hostile.

The way she called him “Brother” grated on his nerves.

Had she figured something out?

But Jiang Wanhe was sure he had hidden everything well.

“It’s good to have plans,” Jiang’s father said with a doting smile. “But since Ye Zi hasn’t been exposed to the family business before, we’ve arranged for her to start at the grassroots level in your branch office. Wanhe, take good care of your sister.”

Jiang Wanhe looked up, barely suppressing a frown before forcing a smile. “Really? That’s great.”

“Yes, it’s wonderful, Brother,” Jiang Ciqiu replied with a grin, briefly meeting his eyes.

“I’ll be relying on you at the company from now on. I’ll be counting on your guidance, Brother.”

His lips curved into a stiff smile before he lowered his gaze, careful not to reveal his emotions.

“However,” Jiang Wanhe picked up his milk glass, using it to mask his mouth, “is it appropriate to have two Jiang family members in one branch office? The employees might think we’re just playing around.”

Before Jiang’s father could respond, Jiang Ciqiu cut in. “No need to worry. Everyone knows Brother’s capabilities—no one would think this is just for fun. Besides, the employees might even see it as a sign that headquarters is paying special attention to that branch.”

Jiang’s father nodded. “That’s possible too.”

Lowering his eyes, Jiang Wanhe took a small sip of milk and said nothing more.

The company’s decision-maker had spoken. Arguing further would be pointless.

He took a spoonful of porridge to wash away the taste of milk, concealing his resentment and gloom beneath his composed expression.

The Jiang family’s milk had remained unchanged for over a decade.

The first thing he had tasted upon being brought into the Jiang household was this very milk.

And Jiang Wanhe had never told them—

He found the taste of milk utterly disgusting, and his aversion grew stronger with each passing day.

Jiang Ciqiu didn’t ride in the same car as Jiang Wanhe.

Her reasoning was: “How can a new employee ride with the vice president on their first day? That would make it obvious I got in through connections.”

Before anyone could comment, she added: “Although that’s exactly what happened, I don’t want people thinking that way.”

The justification was so “reasonable” that Father Jiang assigned Bai Chen’an as her chauffeur.

Jiang Ciqiu initially refused: “It’s okay Daddy, I can drive myself.”

“Employees should follow proper work hours,” Father Jiang said with a knowing look.

He knew his daughter too well—without someone keeping an eye on her, she might disappear at any moment. How could her restless nature possibly endure a desk job?

Watching her climb into the car with a sullen face, Father Jiang straightened his suit and reminded her: “This was your decision. Whether you’re serious or just acting on a whim, don’t cause trouble for your brother’s work, understand?”

“Daddy~ Don’t you trust your own daughter?” Jiang Ciqiu was both amused and exasperated.

“If you were me, you wouldn’t trust yourself either. You know all about your antics over the years—your grandfather has complained countless times…”

“Alright, alright Daddy, I get it~” Jiang Ciqiu covered her ears and pouted. “Those people all had it coming with their nasty mouths and behavior.”

Both parents shook their heads helplessly. Mother Jiang patted her head: “Your father knows that, which is why he never interfered.”

“But you’re not a child anymore. You need to act more maturely.”

Jiang Ciqiu nodded vigorously: “Okay Mommy, I understand. I’ll be a good employee, alright?”

“Don’t make trouble for your brother.”

“Mhm!” Jiang Ciqiu nodded emphatically. “I promise not to interfere with brother’s work. Can I go now? Jiang Wanhe’s car is almost out of sight—I don’t want to be late on my first day.”

“Go ahead.”

Waving goodbye, Jiang Ciqiu watched as Bai Chen’an started the car and her parents gradually disappeared from view.

Glancing back, she narrowed her eyes with a smirk: “But I never promised not to meddle in his love life.”

“Miss…”

Jiang Ciqiu rolled up the window, leaned back and closed her eyes: “Brother Chen’an, are you going to lecture me like my parents too?”

Compared to Jiang Wanhe, Bai Chen’an was more like her real brother. They’d been together since her birth, though they grew apart when he went abroad for studies and work. Still, their bond remained strong.

With Jiang Ciqiu’s stubborn personality, only Bai Chen’an could keep her in line besides her parents—which was exactly why Father Jiang assigned him this task.

However, Jiang Ciqiu had been upset with him ever since he became Father Jiang’s secretary.

The reason was simple: Secretary Bai reported everything to her father.

Bai Chen’an knew this, but hadn’t found the right opportunity to make amends.

“I have a day off soon. Want to go out with me?”

“I don’t go out with Daddy’s secretary.”

Bai Chen’an chuckled: “It’s Brother Chen’an asking. So, what do you say?”

Jiang Ciqiu opened her eyes, struggling to suppress a smile. “Really?”

“Of course, Brother Chen’an never lies.”

She immediately smiled, leaning over from her seat to say, “Let me think how many years it’s been since I last went out with Brother Chen’an… Six? Seven? The last time was when you graduated from university.”

Bai Chen’an curved his lips into a smile. He loved the sound of Jiang Ciqiu chattering nonstop by his ear.

Full of vitality and infectious energy, it always managed to lift one’s spirits.