Everyone Loves the Alpha, But He’s Not Interested [Transmigration] - Chapter 91

Yu Qingxue was the last to arrive. She walked into a room filled with flowers, where the three people seated inside quickly stood up to greet her.

“President Yu, hello. I’m Shen Runxin, an actress.” Shen Runxin had fair skin and gentle eyes, giving off the aura of a graceful beauty.

Yu Qingxue shook her hand with a faint smile. “Hello, have we met before at an awards ceremony?”

Shen Runxin was pleasantly surprised. “We have! I didn’t expect you to remember.”

They had only exchanged a brief glance on the red carpet, and Shen Runxin never imagined Yu Qingxue would recall her, a relatively unknown actress with lukewarm popularity.

Yu Qingxue said, “I’ve seen your work. Your acting is quite good. Liuchu Pictures has an upcoming project still missing a female lead. Would you be interested?”

“I—it would be my honor!”

Shen Runxin felt like she was being swept away by waves of joy.

Since her debut, she had lingered between third and fourth-tier fame, with her career even declining toward fifth or sixth-tier in recent years. The roles she landed were either minor supporting characters or female leads in low-quality films, she never had a shot at prestigious productions.

She would never have considered joining a variety show under normal circumstances, but after three months without a single acting offer and even failed auditions, she had agreed within three seconds when the program team approached her, especially after learning Yu Yu Qingxue would also participate.

Even just forming a good connection with Yu Qingxue here would be worthwhile.

She had even wished she were an alpha that way, she might have more opportunities to interact with Yu Qingxue. Who would have thought Yu Qingxue would extend an invitation the moment they met?

Shen Runxin flushed with excitement, her gentle features blooming like peach blossoms, radiating an unexpected charm.

After greeting Shen Runxin, Yu Qingxue turned to the omega boy beside her.

“President Yu, my name is Zhou Jianbai, but you can call me Zhouzhou.” The boy was slightly shorter than Yu Qingxue, with a slender build and calm eyes clearly a quiet personality.

Yu Qingxue smiled faintly. “I didn’t expect Zhouzhou to be so different offstage. I thought you’d be a wild boy in private too.”

Zhou Jianbai blushed shyly. “I’m usually not much of a talker. It’s only when I hold a microphone that I feel different.”

Wang You didn’t need an introduction, she simply hugged Yu Qingxue, who then introduced her to Shen Runxin and Zhou Jianbai. “We’ve known each other since childhood. Youyou is my best friend.”

Once the four were seated, the production team brought out a box and asked them to draw numbers.

Yu Qingxue was the first to pick a ball. “Number three.”

Noticing Wang You’s nervous expression, Yu Qingxue patted her shoulder reassuringly. “Relax, it’s not a final decision. There’s room for changes later.”

Wang You immediately reached in and drew a ball. “Number four.”

Shen Runxin got number one, and Zhou Jianbai drew number two.

After the draw, the production staff instructed them to wait soon, the four alphas participating in the show would arrive.

Yu Qingxue stood up. “I’ll go to the restroom.”

Once out of the camera’s range, she spoke into her microphone. “Director Han, adjust the alpha pairings make Ning Xi number three and Wei Nian number four.”

“Understood, President Yu. On their side, Ning Xi drew number one, and Wei Nian drew four. Should I switch number one to you and number four to Wang You?”

“That’s fine. Just make sure the reasoning for the rearrangement sounds convincing. Thanks for the effort.”

After discussing with Director Han, Yu Qingxue returned to the group of three with a natural expression and took her seat.

…

Arriving at the designated meeting spot for omegas, Ning Xi and the other three stepped out of the car one by one, walking along a red carpet into an empty room.

A staff member announced, “We’ll begin the lottery draw from the omega side first. Teacher Wei is number one, please follow me.”

The staff led Wei Xinran to a small private room, saying, “You can spend ten minutes here with the omega who draws your number.”

Then the staff came out and said, “Teacher Sun is number two, please come with me.”

Ning Xi was number three, and Wei Nian was number four. Each was led into a romantically decorated small room containing only a table and two chairs.

Ning Xi sat on the chair, casually playing with the numbered ball in her hand. Though she appeared relaxed, her heart was already pounding.

She didn’t know if Yu Qingxue might have arranged something behind the scenes. She was worried that talking with another omega for ten minutes might lead to unexpected complications.

Covering her chest while facing the camera, Ning Xi said, “I’m a bit nervous. I hope the person who draws my number is the one I want to see.”

After more than a minute, Ning Xi heard light footsteps approaching and couldn’t help but smile.

These footsteps were so familiar they were already imprinted in her heart.

The moment she heard them, she could already picture Yu Qingxue walking in with her characteristic lazy grace and calm expression.

Sure enough, the door opened the next second, and Yu Qingxue walked in.

Ning Xi immediately stood up, her dark eyes sparkling with starlight, a mix of surprise and fluster evident as she exclaimed, “Teacher Yu!”

A trace of surprise flashed through Yu Qingxue’s light-colored eyes. “Ning Xi?” She approached with a smile, “How is it you?”

Blushing slightly, Ning Xi avoided directly answering the question. Instead, she pulled out the opposite chair and said, “Teacher Yu, please sit first.”

Her trembling fingertips betrayed her nervousness.

Yu Qingxue chuckled softly, “Not bad at all, knowing to pull out the chair for an omega.”

Sitting across from Yu Qingxue, Ning Xi replied sheepishly, “I studied up a bit after knowing I’d be coming on this show.”

Leaning back in her chair, Yu Qingxue regarded Ning Xi with amused interest. “You still haven’t answered why you came on this show.”

Ning Xi’s dark eyes rested on Yu Qingxue’s face, a shy blush spreading across her flawless features, creating a breathtaking charm that made one’s heart skip.

Yu Qingxue’s confident smile faltered slightly as her gaze became more appraising, carefully studying Ning Xi from head to toe.

From her waterfall of ink-black hair, to her delicate eyebrows like distant mountains, down to the dark eyes beneath long, curled lashes.

Those deep, unfathomable eyes now shimmered with shyness.

Ning Xi said, “I came for someone. I have strong feelings for her, and when I learned she was joining this show, I contacted the production team to sign up.”

Yu Qingxue’s fair fingers resting on the table curled slightly, though her expression remained composed. “So you already have someone you want to pursue. That person probably isn’t me. We can just chat freely during these ten minutes then.”

Ning Xi’s lashes fluttered as she lowered them slightly. “Teacher Yu, I came here for you.”

Yu Qingxue was taken aback. “You’re saying you came for me?”

Ning Xi affirmed firmly, “Yes.”

Ning Xi’s intense gaze fell upon Yu Qingxue’s face, making the latter unable to maintain her initial composure. Her eyes flickered with slight panic as she avoided the stare. “How could you possibly like me? Wait, how did you even know I was coming to this show?”

Ning Xi replied, “I saw your WeChat Moments post.”

Yu Qingxue frowned slightly. “Ning Xi. Are you still stuck in character, mistaking me for Dong Lingxue?”

“I’m absolutely certain I’ve moved on from the role. You’re Yu Qingxue, not Dong Lingxue. Feng Yunyan loved Dong Lingxue, but Ning Xi never had feelings for her. Professor Yu, I’m completely serious.”

Yu Qingxue was flustered by Ning Xi’s bluntness, her fair cheeks tinged pink. “You’re only twenty-one, aren’t you? There’s a five-year age gap between us. It’s not appropriate.”

Ning Xi countered, “Professor Yu, love knows no age. Though I may look twenty-one, mentally I’m just as mature as you. I’m sincerely pursuing you. I came here for you. Please give me a chance.”

Yu Qingxue’s cheeks were now completely flushed. She lowered her lashes, their trembling betraying her inner turmoil. Ning Xi’s direct approach left her no room for retreat, she’d never encountered such a bold alpha before.

“During the filming of ‘Asking Demons,’ you treated me no differently. When did your feelings change?” Yu Qingxue asked.

Ning Xi explained, “During filming, I feared getting too immersed in the role might lead to misunderstandings, or that I wouldn’t be able to distinguish my true feelings. So I deliberately kept my distance. After we wrapped, I confirmed I was no longer in character, yet my fondness for you remained. I’d miss you when we were apart, constantly wanting to message you… When I saw your post about joining ‘Let’s Fall in Love Today,’ I panicked. I was terrified you might fall for someone else, so I gambled everything to join the show. I’m deeply grateful Director Han gave me this opportunity.”

“I still don’t think this is right…” Yu Qingxue murmured.

Ning Xi persisted, “But you drew my number that means fate brought us together.”

Touching her burning cheeks, Yu Qingxue finally said, “I’ll give you one chance…”

“Really?” Ning Xi’s face lit up with joy.

“Don’t celebrate yet there’s a condition.” Yu Qingxue found it difficult to meet Ning Xi’s flawless gaze directly. She feared she might surrender completely and agree to try things out immediately. But Ning Xi was too young, what if this was just a game to her?

Ning Xi declared, “Any condition is acceptable if it means getting this chance.”

Yu Qingxue proposed, “You say drawing your number proves our connection. I don’t think that’s enough. If you also draw my number, then I’ll believe it’s truly fate. In that case, I’ll give you the opportunity to be my first contact.”

Ning Xi’s grip tightened around her numbered ball as she took the gamble. “Deal.”

When the ten-minute limit arrived, staff escorted the alphas out while the omegas remained. Before leaving, Ning Xi cast one last glance at Yu Qingxue’s retreating figure, her dark eyes betraying a trace of concealed anxiety.

If her draw didn’t match Yu Qingxue’s number, it would mean no further contact between them. Taking a deep breath, Ning Xi returned to her room visibly unsettled.

The other three remained quite composed.

A staff member approached and inquired, “Teachers, you must now make your decision. After the ten-minute conversation, do you wish to continue getting to know each other as potential romantic partners? I must remind you that a match will only be successful if both parties choose each other.”

Ning Xi and Wei Nian opted to continue their interaction, while Wei Xinran and Sun Qize were more cautious, choosing to wait and see.

“If fate allows, we’ll definitely choose each other next time,” they said.

After recording their choices, the staff left the room. Five minutes later, they returned to announce the decisions of the four omegas.

“Only Teacher Wei’s match, Teacher Wang You, has chosen to continue. Congratulations, Teacher Wei you and Teacher Wang You may proceed to the next stage. The remaining three teachers will now meet the individuals represented by the numbered balls you drew.”

Wei Nian left with a bright smile, offering encouragement to the others before departing: “Good luck.”

Ning Xi: “…” If not for the need to act, she could have been just as happy as Wei Nian.

Ah, but variety shows thrive on anticipation and entertainment only twists and turns could provide the audience with enough excitement.

“The three omegas have each moved to their respective rooms. Teacher Ning, who drew number one, please follow me.”

Ning Xi stood up, exhaling softly. She opened her palm toward the camera, revealing a sweat-dampened hand, and forced a smile. “I’m too nervous.”

Following the staff, she arrived at a small room. The staff gestured, “Teacher Ning, you may enter.”

Ning Xi nodded. “Thank you.”

Yet she didn’t immediately push the door open.

The staff urged, puzzled, “Teacher Ning?”

Snapping out of her daze, Ning Xi gave a helpless, bitter smile. “I think I regret my earlier decision. But no matter the outcome, I won’t give up.”

She placed her hand on the doorknob, turned it gently, and pushed the door open.

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