Chapter 25 Part 2

Lu Ningshuang had initially known the name “Huo Yunyi” from the original plot—not just because he was the male lead, but because her tearful end behind bars in the original plot was thanks to him. And now, she had even stolen his Omega.

With layers upon layers, it was hard for her not to care!

But from Qin Yushu’s perspective.

Lu Ningshuang had only seen Huo Yunyi once, when she was substituting as a hotel server. They hadn’t even exchanged words then, and she only learned his name later when she “helped” answer his call.

At most now, she had met Mr. Huo once for a family-arranged meal, even counting the blind date element—this single encounter couldn’t compare to the depth of sleeping with her twice.

Qin Yushu didn’t believe two markings could make Lu Ningshuang fall deeply in love with her—no pure female college Alpha would be that foolish.

And prior investigations showed Lu Ningshuang’s personality wasn’t petty, contrived, or the jealous type.

So.

Lu Ningshuang’s current attitude was highly suspicious!

Combined with the messages she sent, and given that Qin Yushu, as the heir to a massive conglomerate, had too many enemies, she hadn’t initially suspected Huo Yunyi, whom she’d only met once.

Now it seemed… every time she had an “accident,” his figure appeared afterward.

First heat period marking, then a blind date with Huo Yunyi the next day;

Second heat period disruption, followed by a call from Huo Yunyi;

Third time, just today, a slight discomfort, and Huo Yunyi was waiting downstairs at that small company.

She had chosen to parachute into that company only because her selected Lu Ningshuang was there.

She rarely went, the company’s operations continued as usual, she barely participated, and almost no one knew she dropped by there—but Huo Yunyi, who had no connection to her, knew.

Previously, Qin Yushu had only met Huo Yunyi once over that meal and found him far inferior to his reputation—disappointing.

Too lacking.

The Huo Family, probably desperate after losing one heir, was eager to prop up this illegitimate son and hyping him up.

The other party was no match for her at all, so Qin Yushu no longer took him to heart.

Now it seemed that she had let her guard down too soon.

This Huo Yunyi—the new heir of the Huo Family—might lack ability, but he certainly had some tricks up his sleeve in other areas.

Qin Yushu had always been efficient. Regardless of whether that man was truly up to no good, since she had spotted a suspicious lead among the countless threads, she naturally couldn’t let it go.

She immediately messaged her subordinates, ordering them to investigate Huo Yunyi and, if necessary, keep him under surveillance.

…As long as it didn’t violate the law.

Similarly, she kept an eye on that troublesome big family of the Qin Family, as well as her former wasteful subordinates and competitors.

The anomaly in her glands had only appeared recently, so since there was a problem, she wouldn’t let a single one off the hook.

Qin Yushu had briefly suspected Lu Ningshuang as well—her personality had always been cautious.

But she quickly dismissed it.

It wasn’t out of any deep trust in Lu Ningshuang; she simply didn’t believe that a slacker like her could have the scheming mind for it. After all, Lu Ningshuang was the marriage partner selected from the vast sea of people—how could she be a mole?

Besides…

They had already confirmed their marriage, and the person was right by her side. Wasn’t personally keeping watch the clearest way to observe?

There was no need to rely on others.

Qin Yushu’s gaze fell back on the chat interface.

She hadn’t replied to Lu Ningshuang for a while, so she casually sent one back.

Q: [Got it.]

Though she didn’t know the method, her young Alpha did have her own ways and had sensed something off about Huo Yunyi.

And she had given her a timely reminder.

So, what kind of reward should she give to the obedient little dog who passed along the message?

She had it.

One more.

Q: [If Miss Lu acts that adorably jealous every time, it wouldn’t be impossible.]

The little dog on the other end bristled.

Paid to Slack Off Proudly: [I didn’t! I didn’t do that! I’m super magnanimous!!!]

Qin Yushu’s finger paused. She tapped into Lu Ningshuang’s profile picture again, went to the name card notes section, and typed—

[Lu Little Dog]

The little dog Alpha was a bit cute.

*

Qin Yushu disappeared right after Lu Ningshuang called her out to talk that day!!

It seemed she had gone abroad to discuss some major project or big collaboration.

Anyway, as a little rookie freeloader Alpha, Lu Ningshuang didn’t dare say anything or ask anything at the time.

In short, on their wedding night, Lu Ningshuang was left alone in an empty room! And it continued like that afterward.

She still went to work every day, clocked in, and slacked off until three days later, after work, when Lu Ningshuang received another message from Qin Yushu.

Q: [I’m back.]

Qin Yushu had been abroad, after all, with the time difference flipped, so Lu Ningshuang hadn’t sent her any messages, not wanting to disturb her rest.

Mainly, there wasn’t much to say anyway. The chat interface had stayed frozen three days ago until it lit up again now.

For a moment, Lu Ningshuang didn’t know how to reply before Qin Yushu’s next message came in.

Q: [I’m downstairs at your place right now.]

Lu Little Dog: [/shocked]

Lu Ningshuang didn’t even have time to ask if Qin Yushu had rested or adjusted. The moment she thought of the rundown old neighborhood she rented in…

Lu Ningshuang: [President Qin, you didn’t drive your luxury car over, did you?]

Q: [I chose an ordinary car.]

Lu Ningshuang immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

[That’s good.]

[I’m still on my way back. The wedding gifts my dad and mom sent just arrived. I’m heading to the parcel station to pick them up now. Mind waiting for me there?]

Q: [No rush.]

Q: [This isn’t trouble.]

The things sent by Old Lu and Lady Ning weren’t valuable, but they were huge.

After picking them up, Lu Ningshuang had to hug them with both arms to carry them back. She casually stuffed her phone into her pocket, so naturally, she couldn’t reply to Qin Yushu’s messages.

Since someone was waiting, she quickened her pace, no longer strolling leisurely.

As she neared her building, Lu Ningshuang started looking around. Then she spotted Qin Yushu’s position—it was way too easy to find—and…

She had really let her guard down too soon!!!

There weren’t crowds surrounding Qin Yushu’s car, but people kept walking by or riding e-bikes while turning back to stare.

And…

Was an Audi A8 really an ordinary, low-key car? Fine, this rundown old neighborhood just didn’t match it.

Lu Ningshuang nearly teared up.

The phone in her pocket started vibrating again. Lu Ningshuang set the parcel aside temporarily, pulled out her phone, and checked.

Q: [I see you.]

Lu Ningshuang looked up and glanced that way.

Across a dozen meters, amid flowing traffic and crowds, piercing through those opaque rear windows that couldn’t be seen from outside.

It was as if the Alpha could see: the Omega sat there gracefully, holding her phone, then lifted her head, looking right in her direction.

—Her Omega.

The one she had marked, married, and shared a red marriage certificate with.

Another message.

Q: [Come here.]

Lu Ningshuang was gradually getting used to this dog-summoning tone. She was about to pick up the parcel again when the driver from the Audi A8’s driver’s seat got out and took the massive box for her.

Leaving her with just a small one.

“Thanks.” Knowing it was on Qin Yushu’s orders, Lu Ningshuang thanked him promptly.

The middle-aged driver remained taciturn. Lu Ningshuang grabbed the small one and followed.

Seeing how carefully he handled it, she couldn’t help saying, “There’s nothing valuable inside, no need to…”

“It’s fine.” The driver replied.

But his demeanor didn’t change—probably honed from years of service to Qin Yushu or even the Qin Family.

—What an honor for these local specialties!

The moment the driver emerged, it elevated the status of the person inside the car even further. Some who had been sneaking peeks now lingered openly.

Their gazes followed the driver, focusing on Lu Ningshuang.

As she got closer and stood before the car door, enlightenment struck Lu Ningshuang like a bolt.

She called out loudly and fawningly.

“Boss! I brought over the stuff you asked me to pick up for you.”

The term “boss” had a folksy vibe, evoking images of a paunchy middle-aged shop owner.

It suited someone driving this kind of car.

Onlookers: Huh? Oh? That’s it?

They felt deflated and dispersed.

Lu Ningshuang’s voice had been too loud and spirited; neither the car nor her phone buzzed with a response from Qin Yushu.

Had Qin Yushu fallen asleep in that short time?

As the crowd gradually thinned, at such close range, Lu Ningshuang heard a faint click of the car door.

It opened from inside.

First, a slender, beautiful leg in high heels stepped out, long hair cascading like ink clouds. Her feet touched the ground, and Qin Yushu slowly emerged fully before Lu Ningshuang.

No one knew how such impeccable poise was cultivated. The simple act of exiting a car could look rushed and sloppy for some, normal for others.

But for Qin Yushu, it was elegant and stunning, like unboxing a surprise, with each reveal heightening the scenery, every movement sparking astonishing anticipation and delight.

Not quite right.

Blind boxes could have duds you didn’t want, but anywhere containing Qin Yushu—be it car or room—always brought pure surprise.

The ultimate surprise.

Even the remaining neighborhood onlookers couldn’t move; they hadn’t expected the “big boss” inside to be such a stunning beauty!

Qin Yushu’s appearance injected a rare, luxurious splash of color into the dusky, rundown old neighborhood.

Her otherworldly, breathtaking beauty illuminated the drizzling twilight; this place would likely never witness such a dazzling sight again in this lifetime.

And this vision in others’ eyes now gazed at Lu Ningshuang before her, lashes lightly lowered, those ink-black, deep-pool eyes fixed intently.

“Miss Lu, you forgot to give me one thing.”

Not just the passersby were stunned. Lu Ningshuang, who hadn’t seen her in a mere three days, also blanked out for a moment, her mind wandering with the other’s presence, that face.

“What?”

Qin Yushu chuckled softly, leaning in closer, her lowered voice silky and enchanting, stirring the heart.

“—You.”