A Delicate Beauty Holding a Villain’s Script - Chapter 4

The Great Auditorium featured a unique design, similar to certain religious architectural styles on Earth, but with a sharp, pointed spire topped by a soaring eagle. A massive holographic screen was embedded in the front wall, broadcasting real-time news.

At this moment, however, the screen was exploding with virtual fireworks, displaying welcome messages for the new students.

The carved wooden doors were thick and sturdy, and entering the interior revealed a world of its own. Beyond the stands that could accommodate over ten thousand people, the exquisite paintings of famous figures on the walls and the intricate reliefs on the pillars were breathtakingly beautiful. Countless sparkling crystals hung from the ceiling, illuminating the auditorium with a brilliant glow.

As the time approached, students entered the hall in small groups. Li Rangnian walked alongside his now-familiar roommate, Xiao Jinyun, feeling a sense of awe as they stepped inside.

The overly bright light made him uncomfortable; his beautiful eyes couldn’t help but blink, and his eyes grew slightly red, brimming with tears that clearly reflected the myriads of starlight.

Since learning his nickname, “Li-mei,” Xiao Jinyun loved to tease him. Seeing Li Rangnian’s tearful appearance, his heart felt an itch: “Why is Li-mei crying?”

Li Rangnian raised a hand to wipe the tears from the corners of his eyes. He used a bit too much force, and his fair, tender hand rubbed the delicate skin around his eyes until it was flushed. The red-rimmed eyes only made him look more enchanting.

“Don’t touch! Be careful not to get bacteria in your eyes.”

The Alpha was quick, grabbing the beauty’s wrist before he could continue rubbing. He silently savored the fine, warm texture of the skin, though his gaze remained fixed with concern on the youth’s reddened eyes.

His gaze was too intense, dark and heavy, as if brewing a storm.

Li Rangnian blinked softly, his vision misty. Once the tears cleared, he could finally see. “The lights are too bright; I couldn’t help it.”

It’s not crying, it’s just a physiological response!

The beauty puffed out his cheeks, gave a cold huff, pulled his hand away, and walked briskly toward the stands. Xiao Jinyun simply let a trace of obsession cross his eyes, secretly lamenting the loss of contact before quickly chasing after him. He circled the beauty like a loyal, eager dog trying to please its master.

Soon, the spacious auditorium was packed to capacity, a sea of people as far as the eye could see.

“Who will the freshman representative be this year? I’m so excited!”

“It must be based on the entrance scores…”

“I bet it’s one of the two S-ranks. They are the most outstanding among the AOs…”

The freshmen chattered away, looking around with curiosity and excitement. The entire auditorium was humming with a noise that made one’s head ache.

Li Rangnian’s brow furrowed as his “princess syndrome” began to act up. His newly appointed personal servant, Xiao Jinyun, immediately used his mental strength to construct a soundproof barrier around the little beauty. Seeing the youth’s brow relax as he nuzzled the back of the chair like a cat, the “servant” felt a surge of heat and a tingling sensation in his heart.

A static-like “zzt-zzt” sound rang out, and the crowd fell silent in anticipation, turning their eyes toward the stage. A very handsome Beta stepped out, today’s host.

“Welcome everyone to the Binhai Campus. I believe everyone sitting here is a one-in-a-ten-thousand talent. Today we gather together…”

Skipping over the tedious introduction of school leaders that everyone hated, the host smiled. “Next, please welcome the freshman representative to speak!”

As if by some telepathic connection, Li Rangnian looked up, his gaze fixing on a figure walking unhurriedly onto the stage.

The person had a refined face with sharp, three-dimensional features and deep, charming fox-like eyes. He wore a crisp white shirt buttoned all the way to the top, giving off an air of unintended abstinence. He wasn’t wearing glasses like in the forum photos, which reduced his scholarly air but added a sense of reality.

His hair was short, his lip color pale, and his expression indifferent, just as cold and aloof as his reputation. At a glance, the extreme contrast of black and white created a temperament that was otherworldly and sentimental.

Shen Yiqing.

“Hello everyone, I am Shen Yiqing. I am honored to speak here on behalf of all new students.”

The audience below was in an uproar, with many freshmen whispering excitedly. Shen Yiqing had attended the middle school affiliated with the Federation’s First Military Academy and had transitioned to the Binhai Campus with excellent grades. Combined with his superior looks, he was well-known by many.

“So this is the Protagonist Shou… he is quite good-looking.” Li Rangnian scanned him from head to toe, nodding in satisfaction.

Good, not bad. It makes the sacrifice of my ‘charms’ to seduce him worth it.

051 bounced on the beauty’s shoulder: (Hmph, of course!) Its host was so beautiful; he couldn’t be wronged, so a handsome partner had to be arranged!

(Since the Protagonist Shou has appeared, Host, you must work hard!)

Whether in appearance or substance, Shen Yiqing was an excellent Omega. He surely never lacked suitors, so hooking up with him might be a bit difficult.

Li Rangnian was already brainstorming how to seduce him, but in Xiao Jinyun’s eyes, the beauty was simply staring blankly at the stage with intense focus.

“…” Xiao Jinyun felt an inexplicable surge of jealousy. His throat felt dry and he was dissatisfied, yet he didn’t understand why he was so irritable.

When the ceremony finally ended, Li Rangnian breathed a sigh of relief. He stood up and followed the crowd out, feeling the natural daylight and spreading his arms to welcome the cool breeze.

“Student?”

A cold, pleasant voice inquired near his ear. Li Rangnian instinctively opened his eyes. The person before him stood with his back to the sun, the wind gently fluttering his clothes as a faint fragrance drifted over.

His vision blurred for a moment before clearing, revealing that familiar face.

“You—you’re Shen Yiqing?”

Li Rangnian’s pupils dilated and his red lips parted slightly in surprise. Why did the Protagonist Shou come to find me voluntarily?

Shen Yiqing looked directly at the Alpha before him. The youth’s face was gorgeous, like a peach blossom; his frame was slender and lean, with a waist so thin it seemed a gust of wind could blow him over. Moreover, there was always a sweet and sour scent lingering on him, like a small strawberry cake.

The cold Omega thought to himself.

His own pheromone was jasmine, and he usually liked to wear jasmine-scented perfume. Standing before him, Li Rangnian felt as if he had fallen into a sea of jasmine, his entire being soaked in the quiet fragrance that seemed to seep into his very bones.

Now he’s a jasmine-flavored strawberry cake.

The Omega’s face remained composed: “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Student Li Rangnian.”

“…Is there something I can help you with?” The Alpha seemed a bit lightheaded and dazed, looking up at him with an obedient expression that made one want to reach out and pet him.

Shen Yiqing’s eyes met his, and his mind wandered for a moment. “Qin Yuan asked me. He knows I also chose Pharmacology and hoped I could keep you company.”

Due to their families’ intention for a marriage alliance, he and Qin Yuan had been acquainted since childhood. However, they didn’t like each other and usually stayed out of each other’s way. Qin Yuan had asked him to look after Li Rangnian in exchange for a complete set of mech parts, which he happened to need.

Classes hadn’t fully started in the first few days, and students had more free time, but things were now moving onto the right track with strict professional sorting.

Pharmacology was usually suited for Omegas; the theory was simple but the practice was difficult. Most graduates went into medicine, so few Alphas chose this course. However, Li Rangnian’s poor physical fitness meant he couldn’t handle standard Alpha courses, leaving him with this choice. Consequently, he would face much contempt and ridicule, and might even struggle to find friends because of his gender, it was a lonely thought.

(The Protagonist Gong is a bit too good to the Host…) 051 muttered.

Li Rangnian didn’t hear it clearly and ignored it, looking at Shen Yiqing with gratitude: “Really? Thank you and Brother Qin Yuan!”

Shen Yiqing was slightly surprised. He thought the Alpha might be humiliated and rudely tell him to mind his own business. After all, for a naturally competitive Alpha, being looked after by an Omega was a disgrace. But this Alpha seemed different… He was very polite and appeared particularly… obedient.

Shen Yiqing lowered his eyes, his thick lashes concealing the depth of his thoughts.

“Then, shall we go claim our seats first? The professor for the next class is quite famous; there are usually no empty seats in his lectures. If we go late, we won’t get a spot.”

“Then let’s go quickly!” Li Rangnian nodded in agreement immediately and followed him obediently, completely forgetting about Xiao Jinyun, leaving him waiting at the auditorium entrance for a long time before he finally left in disappointment.

The professor for this class focused mostly on theory, teaching students how to identify herbs and medicines. He also assigned homework: a thick pharmacology book that was required to be read and summarized with notes within a month.

Li Rangnian remembered he was an Alpha and didn’t sit directly next to the Omega, leaving one seat between himself and Shen Yiqing. He was surrounded by Omegas, all of whom looked shy yet couldn’t help stealing glances at him, whispering and laughing in excitement.

“…”

Li Rangnian felt his body go stiff. He didn’t dare move freely, for fear of accidentally locking eyes with someone.