From Trashy A to the Heiress’s Little Son-in-Law After the Idol Competition (GL, ABO) - Chapter 45
The group formation night came to an end.
The seven members each took their own cars back to their respective companies. Shi Zhengyi waved his hand and said, “Three days later, we’ll walk toward the future together.”
Xiao Yanjin also waved, but her gaze was fixed solely on Ji Yunuo’s luxury car.
Ji Yunuo secretly turned her face slightly toward her, and Xiao Yanjin pouted her lips, as if saying, “Sister Nuo, I love you.”
Ji Yunuo didn’t quite understand, but as if by telepathy, she burst into laughter.
Meanwhile, sitting right in front of her were Wei Qin and Ji Zhiye.
Ji Zhiye stretched lazily, looking completely relaxed. “Seems like Nuonuo has no choice but to debut in the group, haha.”
Wei Qin gave a nonchalant hum, her expression unchanged.
“How long is your contract?”
“About a year and a half.”
“After a year and a half, leave the entertainment industry and return to where you truly belong.”
Ji Yunuo pressed her lips together and agreed.
Wei Qin let out a sigh of relief—it seemed her daughter would still listen to her. Yet, for some reason, she felt an inexplicable guilt, as if she had wronged her daughter in some way.
“I just never expected someone like Xiao Yanjin to make it into the group.”
Ji Yunuo felt uncomfortable hearing this. “Mom, Xiao Yanjin is a good person. Don’t speak about her like that.”
Wei Qin sighed. “Nuonuo, why have you been praising her so much lately?”
Ji Zhiye chimed in, “Nuonuo and Yanjin performed together during the group formation night, so they must be close. Besides, Nuonuo has always been fair in judging people. If she says Xiao Yanjin is good, then she must really be good.”
Wei Qin remained unconvinced. “You both know what Xiao Yanjin was like before—nothing more than a spoiled rich kid.”
Ji Yunuo rested her chin on her hand, deep in thought. If she wanted Xiao Yanjin to marry into the Ji family, she’d first have to get past her mother. What a challenge.
“Are you home yet?”
As soon as Ji Yunuo arrived home, she received a message from Xiao Yanjin.
“I wanted to call you, but I was afraid you might still be in the car. Wouldn’t want anyone overhearing.”
Ji Yunuo replied: I’m home.
“Miss you. ♥”
Ji Yunuo froze for a moment, her face and ears burning red. This was her first time being in love, and it turned out to be this blissful—no wonder some people became so love-struck.
We just parted, and we’ll see each other again in three days.
“It’s not the same.”
Xiao Yanjin lay happily on her bed, while Liang Zhi called from the doorway, “Yanjin, hurry up and take a shower.”
Xiao Yanjin acted as if she hadn’t heard.
“Not seeing you makes my heart feel so empty.”
Ji Yunuo’s face gradually flushed redder. So this was what a secret relationship felt like—thrilling yet sweet, especially with Xiao Yanjin’s silver tongue. How did she always know the right words to say?
You’re being shameless.
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“Sister scolds me for being shameless, but little me still likes you so much.”
Ji Yunuo couldn’t help but giggle.
Wei Qin called from the doorway, “Nuonuo, go take a shower. You’re covered in sweat from dancing. Honestly, you used to shower immediately after sweating, but now you don’t even respond when I call you.”
Ji Yunuo had no choice but to answer her mother, who still acted like a willful young girl at heart. “I know.”
I’m going to shower now.
“Go ahead, I’ll shower too.”
“Wish I could watch.”
Shameless brat!!
On the third day, the seven members gathered at the company. ABO Entertainment, collaborating with Menghua Video, had expanded its business significantly. As a top-tier idol company, it now managed the group 2the ABO.
Shi Zhengyi greeted everyone: “Good morning.”
Xiao Yanjin, hands in her pockets, felt her mood lift as she looked at Ji Yunuo in a blue tank top, her smooth hair cascading down.
Ji Yunuo subtly tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and stole a glance at Xiao Yanjin, smiling quietly.
Due to their assigned positions, they had to stand far apart, but that didn’t stop them from exchanging flirtatious glances.
Their manager, a male omega named Cheng Xiaozhi, addressed them: “Everyone, today marks your first day as a group. We’ll be filming a debut documentary. The cameras will capture each of your faces, so mind your expressions and words. Don’t mess this up on day one.”
Ji Yunuo asked, “What’s the content?”
Cheng Xiaozhi replied, “You’ll choose your own leader.”
By age, Shen Ya was the oldest, followed by Shi Zhengyi, then Ji Yunuo. But age wasn’t a barrier to leadership.
Ji Yunuo won the vote with five ballots. As the center, becoming leader wouldn’t affect her position, and her strong skills and steady personality made her the ideal choice—fans wouldn’t argue over it.
Xiao Yanjin didn’t vote for her, not wanting Ji Yunuo to shoulder the extra burden.
After filming the documentary, they began practicing the choreography for their debut album.
Post-rehearsal, Xiao Yanjin took a sip of cool water, her heart aching inexplicably at the sight of sweat glistening on Ji Yunuo’s fair neck.
Since her first relationship, she’d found herself caring for the other person with unexpected tenderness.
“Here’s some water,” Xiao Yanjin said, keeping her tone slightly cold to avoid suspicion about their relationship.
As Ji Yunuo leaned in, a faint rose scent wafted by. Despite the sweat, she still smelled divine, making Xiao Yanjin’s cheeks flush.
Ji Yunuo smirked. “Thanks for noticing me.”
Xiao Yanjin chuckled. “It’s only natural.”
In a spot hidden from view, Ji Yunuo hooked her pinky around Xiao Yanjin’s and gave it a playful shake, exuding girlfriend vibes.
Xiao Yanjin tensed, wrapped in sweetness yet terrified of being caught. Who knew the inexperienced Ji Yunuo could be such a tease?
Shi Zhengyi remarked, “Hey, Yanjin, why’s your face so red?”
Xiao Yanjin: “Sunburn.”
Shi Zhengyi: “…We’ve been indoors the whole time???”
On the way to an event, Xiao Yanjin deliberately sat behind Ji Yunuo, admiring her silky black hair with quiet satisfaction. If only they could be alone in a room…
Then she could… hehe…
“Xiao Yanjin!” He Rou called out sharply.
Xiao Yanjin: “Huh?”
He Rou batted her lashes. “We need to get off now.”
Xiao Yanjin: “…” Catching Ji Yunuo’s odd glance, she shivered, realizing she’d have to clear things up with He Rou later.
By evening, the company had arranged three interconnected suites for them across two floors.
There were three Alphas, three Omegas, and one Beta, each staying in separate rooms.
As a result, Xiao Yanjin and Ji Yunuo had to live apart.
That evening, Xiao Yanjin walked down the hallway just as Ji Yunuo stepped out of her room upstairs. Their eyes met from opposite levels.
Xiao Yanjin couldn’t suppress a smile but dared not make too much noise.
“Jiejie, should we go downstairs for a walk?” she whispered.
But Ji Yunuo didn’t quite catch it. Gracefully descending the stairs, she leaned in close, her ear nearly brushing Xiao Yanjin’s lips. “Hmm?”
Xiao Yanjin grew even more flustered. She wasn’t usually like this—now, she could only be described as deliberately coy.
“We… maybe we should go downstairs for a bit.”
Ji Yunuo chuckled softly and took her hand. “Aren’t you afraid of being caught by sasaeng fans?”
“Then we can’t just stay in the hallway…” Xiao Yanjin murmured, her voice barely audible.
Ji Yunuo stroked her burning-hot fingers.
“Let’s go to the rooftop.”
The night air was slightly chilly, the wind rustling around them.
Ji Yunuo had deliberately brought a long blanket to wrap around themselves, and now the two huddled close beneath it.
Xiao Yanjin smiled faintly, resting her head on Ji Yunuo’s shoulder as she pointed at the stars above.
“They’re as bright as your eyes.”
Ji Yunuo only laughed—words like those didn’t come easily to her, but she could laugh freely.
Perhaps it was her emotions stirring her pheromones, but Xiao Yanjin caught another whiff of that lime scent, and this time, she couldn’t hold back.
Gently, she nipped at Ji Yunuo’s neck.
Ji Yunuo shivered, ticklish but more than that—overwhelmed by an indescribable flutter in her chest.
“So sweet,” Xiao Yanjin murmured, lost in the moment.
Her skin was smooth, tender, almost sugary—like ice cream. She wanted another taste.
Ji Yunuo pressed a slender finger against her lips. “You’re usually so shameless, but now that we’re alone, you’re even worse.”
Xiao Yanjin pouted. “I’ve missed you too much. Speaking of… has your family noticed our CP?”
Ji Yunuo hadn’t expected the question.
“I don’t know. Don’t worry about it.”
“Why won’t your family accept me? What should I do?”
“Just be yourself.” Ji Yunuo thought for a moment. “I’ll handle things for you.”
Xiao Yanjin frowned. “No. I want to face it with you. I won’t be useless.”
Ji Yunuo squeezed her hand tightly. “Silly, you’re not useless at all. You’re adorable, clever, and you can throw a punch.”
Xiao Yanjin pressed her lips together, thoughts swirling in her mind—but she didn’t want to share them with Ji Yunuo.
“I’m honored to be praised by the esteemed Young Miss Ji.”
Ji Yunuo gazed at her fondly, their hearts in perfect sync as they both burst into laughter.
Two months after their debut, the ABO girl group welcomed their first variety show: Girls’ Rural Farming Diary. As the title suggested, the production team clearly intended for them to experience rural life.
Filming for the first episode began.
The segment started with them packing their luggage in the dorm.
Xiao Yanjin folded shirts, T-shirts, and trousers into her suitcase.
“Don’t forget to bring some ‘Six God’—the mosquitoes are bad in the countryside at night,” she reminded.
Shi Zhengyi blinked. “What’s ‘Six God’?”
“It’s a bug spray brand. Super cheap and works like a charm.”
Shi Zhengyi: “I never thought you’d be so familiar with these cheap items. After all, you’re supposed to be a rich second-generation heir.”
“Forget it, I’m a debt-ridden second-generation now. I still need to earn money to support myself.”
Knock, knock, knock. A sound came from the door.
Shi Zhengyi opened it to find Ji Yunuo standing there, holding a plate filled with bread and eggs.
Shi Zhengyi: “Oh, Captain! Bringing us breakfast?”
Ji Yunuo gave a quiet hum, her gaze oddly lingering inside the room. “We’re setting off soon. Make sure to eat. Oh, and this egg burger with ketchup is for Xiao Yanjin.”
“Got it, thanks, Captain!”
Shi Zhengyi was already used to this. Long before, Ji Yunuo would personally wake up early to make breakfast for them, even ordering takeout specifically for them or sharing any fruits she had.
Though it wasn’t unusual for a captain to provide food for her team, given Ji Yunuo’s personality, it was anything but normal.
Cold and aloof by nature, she wasn’t one for socializing. The fact that a pampered young lady like her would wake up early just to cook breakfast was rare enough.
And now, this special egg burger with ketchup for Xiao Yanjin? That was just blatant favoritism.
Shi Zhengyi clicked her tongue. Xiao Yanjin wasn’t normal either—whenever she had something tasty, she’d take it upstairs for the omegas, even going out of her way to chat with them despite knowing she might get scolded.
Could there be something going on between these two?
“Ah Jin, come eat.”
Shi Zhengyi deliberately handed the ketchup-slathered egg burger to Xiao Yanjin.
Xiao Yanjin thanked her.
Shi Zhengyi tsked twice. “Our captain is really good to you, huh? She even knows you like dipping your food in ketchup.”
Xiao Yanjin froze for a second. “Well, I told her myself. She even said she’d handle breakfast tomorrow.”
Shi Zhengyi raised an eyebrow. “Then why did she only tell you?”
Xiao Yanjin gritted her teeth. Why was this girl so sharp?!
“Because we chatted after dancing together!”
Shi Zhengyi let out a disappointed “Oh.” “Well, whoever marries the captain will be lucky. Not only is she beautiful, well-educated, and from a good family, but her personality’s great now too. I’d like her myself, but that’s impossible.”
Xiao Yanjin’s hand trembled slightly as she changed the subject. “Wait, do you actually like He Rou?”
Shi Zhengyi blinked. “Of course not!”
After breakfast, they set off, squeezing eight people—including the manager—into a small bus.
Shi Zhengyi eyed the bus’s camera, determined to find more screen time for herself. After all, this show was live-streamed!
She suggested, “How about we play a game?”
[Shi Zhengyi’s at it again with her antics!]
[Ugh, Zhengyi is so handsome!] The next ten seconds were flooded with comments from her fans.
He Rou perked up. “Sure! What should we play?”
[The Zhengyi-He Rou shippers are rising!]
Shi Zhengyi: “Rock-paper-scissors. Whoever loses plays Truth or Dare.”
[This is gonna be so fun!!]
[I want to hear Yunuo and Yanjin’s truths!]
[Truth isn’t exciting—dare is where it’s at!]
Everyone quickly agreed.
Lan Yuanning specifically asked Ji Yunuo, “Yunuo, are you playing?”
Since it was live, Ji Yunuo couldn’t refuse.
“Let’s do it.”
In the very first round of Truth or Dare, Xiao Yanjin lost.
Shi Zhengyi flashed a mischievous grin: “Truth or dare.”
Xiao Yanjin didn’t hesitate: “Truth.”
【OMG!!】
【OMG!!】
【OMG!!】 The screen exploded with cheers from the Nuo-Yan shippers.
【Ask something about Ji Yunuo! Hehe, I can’t wait to see what Xiao Yanjin will say】
He Rou eagerly raised her hand: “Let me ask – what did you have for breakfast recently?”
Shi Zhengyi gave her a helpless side-eye and blurted out: “What kind of lame question is that?”
【Zhengyi-He shippers going wild】
【Aww they’re so sweet when they bicker】
【Nuo-Yan shippers: Are you people insane? What’s there to ship about this?】
Xiao Yanjin couldn’t help but laugh, equally puzzled by He Rou’s ridiculous question.
“Tomato toast this morning.”
He Rou: “Why?”
“Because Nuo-jiejie made it.” Xiao Yanjin glanced at Ji Yunuo with a smirk. She deliberately said it out loud – this was specially made for her by jiejie.
【Nuo-Yan shippers losing their minds】
【See! I told you they’re together! Anti-shippers don’t even try to deny it!!】
【Ji Yunuo solo stans: Are you delusional? Yunuo grew up privileged with personal chefs. Even simple tomato toast – why would she make it for Xiao Yanjin?】
Shen Ya cleared her throat: “Actually, I made it.”
Xiao Yanjin: “!!!”
Ji Yunuo massaged her temples. She had intended to make breakfast for everyone but forgot to wash her hair, so she asked Shen Ya to do it instead, specifically instructing her to put tomato sauce on one slice of toast.
Ji Yunuo: “Right, Shen Ya made it.”
Xiao Yanjin: And I treasured it so much! Turns out someone else made it!!
Second round of rock-paper-scissors, He Rou lost.
He Rou twirled her long, curly hair coquettishly: “Someone like me naturally chooses dare.”
Jiang Nan: “I’ve got a pack of chocolate biscuit sticks here. You and Shi Zhengyi each bite one end until there’s only one centimeter left between your mouths.”
【Jiang Nan!!!! You—】
【She looks so innocent but comes up with such kinky ideas! I love it】
【Aaaaaah! This is going to drive the shippers crazy!】
Shi Zhengyi’s mouth twitched: “Why am I involved in this?”
Lan Yuanning: “Because you just said it’d be boring if someone never got to play, and suggested the challenger could pick another participant.”
“I—” Shi Zhengyi started to protest but fell silent. She’d accidentally screwed herself over.
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