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Qi Yuqiu finds herself transmigrated into a novel as the eponymous “vicious supporting character” a minor, struggling actress. Because she bears a striking resemblance to the antagonist’s true love, she is coerced into a “stand-in” relationship by the powerful villain, Jiang Songtang, who is reeling from a bitter rejection. Lacking the power to resist, the humble actress relies on her professional training to perfectly portray a woman deeply in love.
On the surface, Jiang Songtang is cold and aloof, but beneath that mask lies a desperate need for affection. Slowly, she finds herself drawn in by Qi Yuqiu, eventually sinking into a love she thinks is real. However, the moment their contract expires, Qi Yuqiu leaves without a backward glance. She clears out her apartment until not a single trace of her existence remains.
Jiang Songtang is forced to watch from a distance as the little actress chats and laughs with others, only to turn away coldly the moment their eyes meet. The rejection is absolute.
No one knows that the formidable Chairperson of the Jiang Corporation is secretly a crybaby. During the long nights following the “stand-in’s” departure, she hides under her covers and cries until dawn, forced to wear sunglasses to the office the next day to hide her swollen eyes.
No one realizes just how much she loves that girl. Countless times, she stares at the chat screen where she has been blocked, aching to call from a stranger’s phone just to beg her to come back. Whether it’s for money or anything else, she doesn’t care. She just wants Qi Yuqiu to keep “loving” her. Even if it’s a lie, she’ll take it.
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Themes: * “Crematory” (Slow-burn regret/chasing the ex)
One-sentence summary: Please don’t be with anyone else.
