After the Nerd Marked the Top Omega - Chapter 5

Jiangcheng Third Hospital.

When Fang Xu woke up and opened her eyes, all she saw were pure white walls and ceiling.

After a brief moment of confusion, her consciousness slowly returned. She sat up slightly, looked around, and confirmed she was in a hospital. The clock on the wall showed the hour hand stopped at the eight, indicating eight o’clock in the morning.

Fang Xu disliked being sick and disliked hospitals. Recognizing this, a subconscious resistance welled up inside her.

Why was she in the hospital?

As this question emerged, the memories of yesterday flooded in like a tide, making Fang Xu instinctively clutch her head in pain.

Breaking up with her girlfriend, then encountering a person who was aloof and distinguished, going back to the rest area for her forgotten ear clip, only to accidentally discover the other person seemed to be entering their heat period, and then…

The marking.

Fang Xu’s eyelashes trembled. Before she could recall further, the hospital room door was pushed open.

“Fang Xu, is that you? How are you feeling now? Is there anything uncomfortable?” A doctor entered with a record book, followed by Tang Xingxing.

Fang Xu replied, “I’m fine, nothing uncomfortable.”

The doctor acknowledged with a sound, and while recording, said, “You underwent a secondary differentiation into an Alpha yesterday, which is why you were briefly unconscious. There are no other major issues. However, you have slight gastritis and are malnourished. Pay attention to your diet and maintain a regular schedule.”

“Alpha?”

Hearing this word, Fang Xu couldn’t help but think of what happened in the isolation room.

The beautiful, distinguished woman, her warm fingertips pressing unhurriedly on her neck, calling her “little Alpha” in a hoarse voice.

Secondary differentiation is rare, so the doctor was understanding and patiently replied, “Yes, here is the test report. According to the test, your differentiation time should have been later, but this accidental induction by a high-grade Omega’s pheromones led to this secondary differentiation.”

“Since you just differentiated, your scent gland and pheromones are not very stable. You need to stay for observation for one day and can only be discharged if there are no problems. If you wish to have a grading test, it’s best to wait until your pheromone level stabilizes for a more accurate result.”

There are indeed rank differences between different Alphas.

However, modern society advocates for equality, and the hospital will not conduct a grading test without the person’s permission.

Fang Xu nodded, “Thank you, Doctor.”

She looked well-behaved and obedient, and coupled with her glasses, people subconsciously saw her as a model student.

The doctor, in his forties, had a child the same age as her and couldn’t help but offer a few extra words of advice: “You’re welcome. While you’re in the hospital, you can apply for an inhibitor bracelet in advance and buy inhibitor shots. For other questions, ask your Alpha friend.”

After saying this, the doctor left to see the next patient.

Tang Xingxing sat by the bed and said concernedly, “If you feel unwell anywhere, remember to tell me anytime. You can also ask me anything you want to know about Alphas.”

Tang Xingxing was also an Alpha, so she definitely knew more relevant common sense than Fang Xu.

The secondary differentiation was unexpected, and Fang Xu still didn’t have much sense of reality. She unconsciously touched her neck.

The previously smooth area now had a slight protrusion.

Tang Xingxing had already taken on the role of a little teacher and said, “That’s your scent gland. It’s quite fragile, so remember to protect it. An injury would be very painful.”

“By the way, your pheromones smell quite nice. They’re orange-flavored, surprisingly.” Tang Xingxing’s scent was pear, which she had told her a long time ago.

Alpha pheromones can convey the owner’s emotions. As long as they are not aggressive, other Alphas won’t feel offended by the smell.

Fang Xu hummed and asked, “Xingxing, do you still have any inhibitor patches?”

“Of course, I do,” Tang Xingxing always carried some close to her in case of accidents. She handed one over and said, “Just tear it open and stick it on your scent gland.”

“Thank you.” Fang Xu knew she needed to contain her pheromones promptly.

“Don’t mention thanks between us,” Tang Xingxing gave her a few more inhibitor patches as backup: “Right, remember to apply for an inhibitor bracelet.”

After differentiation is complete, everyone can receive a free inhibitor bracelet based on the hospital’s test records.

Fang Xu agreed and asked, “Xingxing, did you arrive last night?”

“Yes!” At the mention of this, Tang Xingxing’s floodgates of conversation opened.

“When I got the hospital’s call, I was scared half to death, fearing something had happened to you. Right, the doctor also said you entered the hospital at the same time as an Omega. What was that all about?”

Hearing this, Fang Xu couldn’t help but think of that person.

Her thoughts went back to yesterday.

“Will you bite?” the woman’s voice was very low.

Fang Xu felt like she was in a steamer, hot all over, sweat dripping down her cheeks, and breathing was somewhat difficult.

Her heart rate had long since gone wild; she could only rely on instinct to answer: “N-no… I won’t…”

Having just differentiated, the idea of marking was too unfamiliar to her.

In the quiet isolation room, there was only the sound of two people breathing, light and heavy alternating, seemingly conveying a scorching temperature.

Pei Yunci narrowed her eyes slightly, her moist eyelashes appearing even more beautiful. Her tone was much lighter than before, dangerous yet alluring: “Won’t?”

The sound floated on the moving air currents and reached Fang Xu’s ears, carrying a tickle that tried to go deeper.

Her nerves were tense, “I won’t…”

“No,” Pei Yunci raised her foot, blocking Fang Xu’s attempt to retreat, and gave the final conclusion to the matter, “You will.”

She leaned down slightly and felt the girl tense up all over, like a small animal encountering danger, all its fur bristling.

The distance between the two was narrowed again, leaving no space, as if even the air couldn’t circulate. Pei Yunci did not stop, leaning her body weight onto the girl. Soft strands of hair brushed past, and the scent gland was fully exposed.

The pale skin was faintly flushed, like the color of plum blossoms falling on snow.

The rich, warm scent of platycodon flowers swept over, making Fang Xu’s head ‘boom’ and explode. The suppressed impulse and desire returned, becoming even stronger.

The voice near her ear was low, cool, and pleasant to listen to, yet it carried an unmistakable command.

“Bite.”

A tightly strung chord in her mind completely snapped.

Fang Xu lowered her head, her straight nose touching the warm skin.

Then, her lips slightly parted, and she bit the small protrusion, carrying the rich, warm scent of platycodon flowers.

…

“Xu Xu? Xu Xu?” Tang Xingxing waved her hand in front of Fang Xu’s eyes, “What are you thinking about?”

Fang Xu returned to her senses, lightly shook her head, and said, “Nothing.”

She briefly explained the situation, skipping over the details in the isolation room.

After listening, the worry in Tang Xingxing’s heart finally eased: “Anyway, it’s good that you’re okay.”

Fang Xu’s fingertips moved slightly, and she asked, “Xingxing, do you know how the Omega who entered the hospital with me is doing?”

Tang Xingxing shook her head: “I don’t know. I was only focused on you when I came in. She might be in another room. Should I ask the nurse for you?”

Thinking of the marking, Fang Xu said, “I’ll ask myself.”

Regardless, she had to personally see the other person again.

“That’s good too,” Tang Xingxing was carefree and didn’t think much of it. She changed the subject: “Right, I already asked the counselor for leave yesterday. I’ll stay with you at the hospital today. What do you want for breakfast? I’ll go buy it now.”

Fang Xu: “You don’t need to take leave. I can manage myself.”

Tang Xingxing clicked her tongue and winked at her: “I finally have a legitimate chance to skip class, just let me stay, okay?”

Fang Xu was amused, knowing she was joking, and didn’t refuse the care: “Then I’ll trouble you, Xingxing. I’ll treat you to a meal another day.”

Tang Xingxing: “I want hot pot!”

Fang Xu curved her eyes: “Okay, and your favorite milk tea.”

After they decided, Tang Xingxing went out to buy breakfast.

The ward returned to quietness. Fang Xu leaned against the bed, silently recalling what happened yesterday.

In society, Omegas are generally in a vulnerable position due to their heat period, and the law provides more comprehensive protection for Omegas.

If one forcefully marks another against their will, they will inevitably face legal punishment. But if the Omega consents, the marking is mutual, and the law won’t interfere.

In yesterday’s situation, there was no better solution, and she also got the other person’s permission.

However, after biting the other person’s scent gland, Fang Xu fainted, and her memory stopped abruptly.

What happened afterward was a complete blank.

Fang Xu thought she needed to at least confirm the other person’s physical condition.

If she needed to take responsibility for anything, she couldn’t avoid it.

She left the ward and found a nurse, “Hello, may I ask which room the Omega who was sent here with me yesterday is in?”

The nurse paused for a moment, realizing who she was referring to, as the person’s demeanor was notably striking and left a deep impression: “She was discharged last night. She already left.”

Fang Xu was slightly stunned, not expecting the person to leave so early: “How is her health?”

“I apologize, I’m not clear on that,” the nurse answered honestly.

The Omega was only given some inhibitor injections upon arrival at the hospital and did not undergo more detailed examinations.

“Okay, thank you.”

Since the person had been discharged, and Fang Xu didn’t have her contact information, she could only let the matter rest for now.

She thanked the nurse and went to the payment office.

While Fang Xu was calculating her monthly living expenses and part-time wages, the staff informed her that her hospitalization and medical fees had already been paid.

“Already paid?”

“Yes, paid last night simultaneously with an Omega.”

Fang Xu’s fingertips curled. She asked, “Did she leave any contact information or anything?”

“Not that I know of.”

Before Fang Xu got back to the ward, she ran into Tang Xingxing, who was returning with breakfast.

Tang Xingxing saw her, “Why did you come out?”

“I wanted to ask about that Omega’s situation,” they walked inside together.

Tang Xingxing put down the breakfast and took out two cups of soy milk.

She handed one to Fang Xu, opened the other one herself, inserted a straw, and asked, “How is she?”

Fang Xu lightly shook her head and said, “I couldn’t find her, she’s already been discharged.”

“Ah?” Tang Xingxing blinked: “Discharged so quickly? Looking on the bright side, it means there’s nothing wrong with her health.”

Fang Xu hummed, “She paid for my medical fees. I want to pay her back.”

If the marking incident could be vaguely dismissed, the medical fees definitely had to be repaid.

Tang Xingxing was also a bit surprised and exclaimed, “What a great person! I’m going to vote for her for this year’s Campus Top Ten Good People.”

Thinking of the distinguished, aloof woman entering the Campus Top Ten Good People competition, a slight smile involuntarily appeared on Fang Xu’s lips: “She might not even be from our school.”

“That doesn’t matter,” Tang Xingxing said, “There are surveillance cameras all over the school. You can find your counselor when you get back to school; they’ll help.”

Fang Xu nodded; she felt she could definitely find the person.

Since there were no classes, Tang Xingxing was also quite relaxed. She pulled up a chair and started playing games.

After two rounds of gaming, she was about to stretch but turned her head to see Fang Xu on the hospital bed, holding a laptop, with lines of code scrolling across the screen.

Tang Xingxing: “…?”

Was this what a top student was like? Studying even in the hospital.

She couldn’t help but give a thumbs-up: “No wonder your GPA is number one every year! But do we have this in our professional coursework?”

Fang Xu chuckled softly: “No, I’m self-studying the later material.”

Computer science is one thing when listening to the teacher, and another when practicing. Most of the time, it relies on self-study.

“…Just hearing it makes me tired.” Tang Xingxing gave up and decided to remain a ‘lazy fish’ lying flat.

Tang Xingxing was about to start another game when she suddenly thought: “Right, Xu Xu, should we tell Song Shu you’re in the hospital? She is your girlfriend, after all; she should come and see you, shouldn’t she?”

She actually didn’t want to mention Song Shu, but if Fang Xu’s former girlfriend got angry, her good friend would be the one to suffer.

Hearing Song Shu’s name abruptly, Fang Xu was slightly stunned. Her voice was low as she said, “No need.”

Tang Xingxing spoke earnestly: “Don’t be afraid to bother her…”

Fang Xu gently shook her head, interrupting her: “It’s not about bothering her.”

“We’ve already broken up.”

For some reason, after a day, saying these two words, she felt more lightness than anything else.

“Broken up?!” Tang Xingxing stood up from her chair immediately.

Fang Xu hadn’t expected her reaction to be so extreme and wanted to explain in more detail.

But before she could open her mouth, Tang Xingxing continued, “This is such great news! Why are you only telling me now!”

“No, no, no, we’re going to celebrate as soon as you get discharged. We must celebrate properly!”

Fang Xu: “…”

After a while, Tang Xingxing’s excitement calmed down, and she remembered to offer comfort.

Tang Xingxing cleared her throat and said, “Xu Xu, don’t be sad. I’ll introduce you to a new person another day, someone a hundred times better than her.”

No matter what, breaking up with Song Shu was a great thing.

Fang Xu: “…No need. I don’t have any interest in that for the time being.”

“That’s fine too,” Tang Xingxing was in an exceptionally good mood now. “Right, I don’t think I’ve shown you the photos from yesterday’s lecture.”

Fang Xu still remembered what she had said yesterday: “Did you see that Pei Yunci?”

“Yes!” Tang Xingxing nodded and opened her album: “She only spoke for three or four minutes, but I took lots of photos! She really is beautiful!”

Fang Xu had little interest in the “wealthy family head,” but she didn’t want to be a spoilsport and followed the gaze.

A moment later, she froze entirely.

“This is…”

“Pei Yunci!”

Fang Xu’s gaze fell on the distinguished and aloof face. She thought, she wouldn’t need to trouble the counselor to check the school’s surveillance cameras anymore.

She already knew who the person was.

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