The Supporting Male Characters Who Died Alone All Those Years Later

He Dongchen’s first blind date ended in failure.

Mother He knew the ins and outs and was so angry that she forgot all decorum. Her fine son had gone on a blind date and ended up as a pawn.

The Ming family had hyped up their daughter, but they hadn’t mentioned her complicated relationship with her ex-boyfriend.

Mother He gritted her teeth, cursing the Ming family in her heart. How dare they come for a blind date without sorting out their previous relationship? Who did they think they were harming? Did they think it would be like a drama, where the blind date instantly fell in love with the female lead they had just met, and intense competition ensued between the suitors and the ex?

“Dongchen, don’t worry, Mom will definitely screen the next one properly!”

Anyone who had been in a relationship was a pass! So that no ex-boyfriends would pop out again!

Mother He was determined, and in a few days, she arranged another blind date, the eldest daughter of the Hue family, strong-willed, with a blank emotional history, holding an important position in the Hue Group, a remarkable career woman.

He Dongchen was indifferent, only suggesting that they meet at the same restaurant as last time. The food there was good, so even if the blind date failed, it wouldn’t be a total loss.

So, at the same restaurant, at the same table, He Dongchen met his second blind date.

This time, there was no delay. The other party arrived on time, her clacking red high heels drawing attention. She briskly ordered a meal and quickly got to the point.

“Young Master He, do you plan to have children?”

He Dongchen coughed a few times, hurriedly put down his glass, wiped his mouth, and looked up at the serious woman with short hair across from him. What an astonishing question.

The woman frowned slightly and continued, “Having children will disrupt my career plans. Please take this question seriously…”

For the next half-hour, He Dongchen listened to the woman’s endless chatter, planning out the rest of their lives.

He remained expressionless, even feeling a bit sleepy. Fortunately, when the dishes arrived, his taste buds were liberated.

He Dongchen calmly cut into his steak, just as he was about to fork a piece into his mouth, the woman across from him received a phone call.

“What, you caused trouble again?! Would you die if you don’t drive for a day? Are the police there? Stop talking nonsense, I’ll come over and handle it.” The woman hurriedly hung up, stood up, and said to He Dongchen, “Stop eating. Let’s go to Wanghai Road. My brother had a car accident.”

He Dongchen calmly took a bite of his steak, chewed slowly, and swallowed before looking at the woman seriously. “I’m sorry, but I don’t think I need to intervene.”

“What do you mean? My brother had a car accident, and it’s a big deal!” The woman’s face showed an expression of disbelief at his indifference.

“We were just blind date prospects, having just met for half an hour, I don’t feel obligated to clean up your brother’s mess for you,” He Dongchen felt that both of these blind dates were unreliable, lacking interest for the moment.

Hue Shengnan remained silent for a moment, then chuckled coldly, “If it wasn’t interesting, you should have said so earlier, wasting half an hour of my time, scumbag!”

***

After finishing her words, Hue Shengnan arrogantly tossed her hair and left clattering in high heels.

“Hehe…” A laughter came from beside him. He Dongchen turned his head to see a familiar face.

“Miss Su, what a coincidence.”

Su Li quickly suppressed her smile, walked gracefully to the opposite side of He Dongchen, and sat down leisurely, the blue hem of her dress drawing several beautiful arcs in the air.

She smiled, “Not a coincidence, I came here specifically to find you.”

“Oh?” He Dongchen raised an eyebrow and signaled the waiter to remove Hue Shengnan’s meal.

Su Li unabashedly ordered a dish she liked, then said to He Dongchen, “I suppose Young Master He must have heard about the rules of our Su family.”

He Dongchen nodded, his father had explained it to him.

The Su family was also considered a refreshing force. Afraid that the younger generation would be useless, they stipulated that regardless of gender, at the age of 20, one could receive a startup fund of 10 million. In 5 years, whoever could turn this 10 million into more would inherit more of the family property. If, unfortunately, it was lost, then they would have to rely on the family for the rest of their lives. There’s a little wealth, but don’t even think about getting rich.

Having lived in mansions worth billions, indulged in gourmet delicacies, who could endure the life of an ordinary person? So the Su family members were particularly motivated. While other rich second-generation were indulging in pleasure, they were filled with the idea of making money.

“The owner of this restaurant is my friend, so knowing that Young Master He was here on a blind date, I hurried over, thinking I wouldn’t disturb you,” Su Li explained.

“No.” He Dongchen shrugged, “You saw it, didn’t you? The other party angrily called me a scumbag and left.”

Thinking of the scene just now, Su Li smiled faintly. Hue Shengnan’s reputation was well-known in the circle of wealthy ladies. She was independent, extremely supportive of her brother, and highly capable, but she was always busy cleaning up her brother’s mess.

Most people wouldn’t want to get involved.

Digressing, Su Li coughed and resumed her seriousness, “I turned 20 a few days ago and received 10 million in startup capital. I came today to ask Young Master He if there are any good projects for me to hitch onto.” Su Li said with a hint of pride, “I’ve never been particularly smart since I was young, but one thing I’m good at is judging people! I believe Young Master He will definitely become another tycoon in the investment world!”

He Dongchen raised an eyebrow and subtly probed Su Li’s soul. It was the original soul, no rebirth, no crossing.

So the question arises, how could Su Li think he would succeed.

To know that everyone in the circle was waiting to see a joke. Someone who hasn’t even been to college, what do they know about investing?

Thinking like that, He Dongchen asked.

Su Li was very straightforward, “I think your parents value you so much, they will definitely help keep an eye on things.”

The He couple’s love for their son could be seen from their desperate search for the child for over a decade. Parents like these couldn’t just stand by and watch their son fall and be mocked by others.

So Su Li wanted to discreetly hitch a ride on this big ship. Otherwise, relying on her own abilities, she would definitely suffer heavy losses in 5 years, and would have to tighten her belt for the rest of her life.

Thinking about how her cousins would be driving luxury cars and yachts in the future, while she struggled to buy a bag, it was too scary!

Su Li looked at He Dongchen expectantly, her lively and spirited eyes sparkling.

Being stared at with such hopeful eyes by such a pretty and cute girl, He Dongchen felt good, so he teased in a different tone, “Isn’t your family’s rule meant to toughen up the descendants? Cheating like this won’t do.”

“Hugging someone’s thigh is also a skill!” Su Li justified confidently, “By then, I’ll choose some properties and stocks, not the company, so I won’t be afraid of bankrupting the family.”

(T/N: Hugging someone’s thigh = to become successful by attaching yourself to another’s success or a wealthy person.)

As for whether it would be unfair to other Su family members, it was funny. Everyone had to rely on their own abilities. Su Li could hug someone’s thigh, couldn’t others? Those who had the ability could start their own businesses, and those who didn’t could seek help from others.

As long as they could make money, that was a skill. There was another rule in the Su family; those who relied solely on hugging someone’s thigh and making money weren’t eligible to run for family head. Su Li just wanted to make more money and get a larger share of the family property, she didn’t care about being the family head or anything like that at all.

“What if one day they won’t let you hug?” He Dongchen was curious.

“Silly, by then, I’ll definitely have saved up money. If they won’t let me hug, then so be it.”

He Dongchen shook his head and chuckled. The girl’s thoughts were quite beautiful, and it was rare that she was content. Most importantly, she laid all her cards on the table, saying she would hug if she could, with a natural and straightforward attitude, unlike that Yu Le, who designed herself as a benefactor, and even established the image of being self-reliant and indifferent like a chrysanthemum, making her friends jump up and down for her.

With these thoughts in mind, He Dongchen found Su Li more pleasing and didn’t mind extending a helping hand. “You can hitch a ride on investments, but I won’t work as a free laborer.”

Su Li’s eyes sparkled, nodding repeatedly, “I’ll go by the rules!”

He Dongchen nodded, and the two clinked glasses, sharing a smile.

***

After discussing their cooperation, they chatted casually, enjoying the food while gossiping. Su Li excitedly told He Dongchen about the gossip in their circle when he had just returned.

By the end of the meal, He Dongchen had already learned which father and son were at odds, which seemed to have a hidden illegitimate child, and which couple were at odds, challenging each other at a certain auction.

As they left the restaurant, Su Li licked her lips, feeling unsatisfied. Seeing He Dongchen beside her in a smart gray pinstripe suit, she tapped her head somewhat annoyedly, “Am I bothering you with all this?”

“No, gossip is human nature,” He Dongchen shook his head, as long as it didn’t stir up trouble.

Su Li breathed a sigh of relief, revealing a smile, her eyebrows curved, and a small dimple appeared on the right corner of her mouth, playful and cute.

He Dongchen’s gaze swept over the dimple, and the corners of his mouth involuntarily lifted, “Let’s go, it’s getting late, I’ll walk you home.”

“Okay, thank you!” Su Li agreed happily.

He Dongchen escorted her to the door of her home, watching as Su Li, in her blue dress, walked happily towards the gate, her high ponytail swaying a bit silly. He Dongchen’s heart stirred slightly; instead of endless blind dates, it was better to choose someone pleasing.

***

At the He family mansion,

Mother He had been eagerly waiting at home, her mind not focused on her work. Father He sat leisurely beside her, sipping his tea, “Why are you so anxious? Our son is handsome, wealthy, and charming. Are you worried he won’t find a partner?”

Mother He pouted at her husband, “Why? Aren’t you anxious too?”

Father He’s face turned red and his neck thickened after being caught.

Just then, there was a movement at the gate, and both of them looked over to see He Dongchen walking in with long strides, a faint smile playing on his lips.

They exchanged a glance. Was this it?

Father He set down his teacup and spoke first, “Dongchen, how did it go?”

Mother He also eagerly waited for the answer.

Seeing the situation, He Dongchen understood and walked over to the sofa, sitting down and shaking his head, “It’s not suitable.”

Father and Mother He were disappointed, thinking it had worked out.

They didn’t ask further why it wasn’t suitable. Mother He hurriedly said, “Mom still has a bunch of candidates here!”

“Mom, there’s no need for arrangements anymore.” He Dongchen loosened his tie, took off his coat and draped it aside, slowly explaining under Mother He’s puzzled gaze, “I’ve found a girl who seems quite pleasing to the eye and I’m planning to give it a try.”

“Really!?” Mother He was overjoyed. “Which family is she from? How old is she? What does she do?”

He Dongchen smiled without answering, simply saying, “I haven’t won her over yet, but when I do, I’ll definitely bring her back for you and Dad to meet.”

“Alright, alright, alright.” Mother He was happy, and Father He was reassured. Although his son had only been back for a few months, in the time they’d spent together, Father He knew his son was sensible and sharp-eyed. Any girl he took a liking to must be exceptional.