I Transmigrated into a Scummy Alpha and Stole the Heroine from Her Tragic Romance - Chapter 67

Zheng Xiuxue felt like she was going to be driven mad by Gu Jinhua.

This woman seemed born with an unshakable sense of shamelessness. No matter how serious Zheng Xiuxue became, Gu Jinhua never got truly angry and always found a way to come back joking and smiling.

Not even a week had passed since filming began, and Zheng Xiuxue was already tired. She had completely run out of ways to deal with Gu Jinhua. Even arguing with her had lost its meaning.

Meanwhile, the film shoot was moving forward smoothly and with great energy.

Spring had turned into autumn. Filming a movie usually took around three to four months, and they wrapped production in the early days of fall.

The film was expected to be released during a favorable window, especially given the solid reputation of the director, screenwriter, and cast.

During that time, Yu Peirong visited the set several times and eventually became a familiar face. The director was a close friend of Gu Jinhua and easy to get along with. No one minded Yu Peirong being around, especially since she always brought food and drinks for the crew whenever she visited.

At the wrap party, Gu Jinhua toasted each team member, saving extra attention for Qi Xiyao and Yu Peirong. She toasted them three times.

While she was playful around Zheng Xiuxue, Gu Jinhua was a well-respected and rising screenwriter. The kind of person who could write such strong material was not someone who only joked around. She held very high standards for the execution of her work.

As far as Gu Jinhua was concerned, Qi Xiyao had performed very well.

She never made exceptions for inexperienced actors and never lowered her expectations just because someone was new. She had driven off countless young actors who could not meet her standards. When selecting cast members with the director, she never insisted on specific profiles, but her audition process was extremely rigorous.

Many mistook her for an easygoing, young screenwriter, only to learn the hard way how wrong they were.

The reason she approved of Qi Xiyao had nothing to do with Yu Peirong. It was because of Qi Xiyao’s professionalism and effort. Compared to many other actors, she was more dedicated and willing to spend time studying the script.

Gu Jinhua raised her glass and clinked it with Yu Peirong’s.

“Sister, maybe next time you can let Yaoyao work with me again? I’m planning a historical drama. From what I can tell, Yaoyao hasn’t done one before. I wonder if she’d be interested.”

She called Qi Xiyao “Yaoyao” and Yu Peirong “Sister,” and the intention behind that could not have been more obvious.

As they spoke, Yu Peirong glanced at Zheng Xiuxue, who still looked clueless. She chuckled quietly.

After the party, Yu Peirong and Qi Xiyao returned home together.

Qi Xiyao had been on set for a long time, and Yu Peirong had not felt this sense of home for just as long.

This time apart had been their longest. The moment Qi Xiyao stepped through the door, Yu Peirong’s emotions burst forth. Her heart beat faster, full of longing.

She personally helped Qi Xiyao unpack, doing everything herself while the Omega stood beside her, smiling.

Yu Peirong never felt there was anything wrong with doing these things.

Before this separation, she had never realized how deep her feelings for Qi Xiyao had become. Being apart for just a little while now left her feeling unbearably heavy.

Qi Xiyao playfully leaned back on the desk. Yu Peirong kissed her urgently, the kind of kiss that came from having held back for far too long. It was intense and hard to bear.

Qi Xiyao clutched the edge of the desk tightly, but the surface was too hard. She let go and instinctively wrapped her arms around Yu Peirong, leaving scratch marks on her smooth and pale back.

They moved from the study to the bedroom, then the living room, the bathroom, and even the balcony.

There was no need to light candles. Their scents alone filled the entire space.

Yu Peirong had been nearing her susceptibility period for some time but had suppressed it with heavy doses of inhibitors. The side effect of that was a strong rebound effect.

Under the influence of her pheromones, the Alpha signals hidden deep in Qi Xiyao’s Omega glands began to stir, triggering her heat.

It was their first time overlapping during their most sensitive periods.

When everything was over and Qi Xiyao stepped out of the shower, she found Yu Peirong sitting on the bed in nothing but a camisole. She had the plush toy from their reality show lightly held between her lips.

The plush toy still carried her scent, a faint fragrance of citrus and tea.

Qi Xiyao froze. Her hands curled into fists.

The Alpha pheromones in the air were stronger than ever.

This time, it was a lifelong mark.

Despite the intensity of her pheromones, Yu Peirong remained gentle. She was not forceful or careless. They knew each other well enough by now to understand each other’s pace. When she saw the red corners of Qi Xiyao’s eyes and the glimmering moisture within them, she kissed her softly.

Her lips landed on Qi Xiyao’s, lingering, then trailed gently down. She left marks across soft skin, light and dark, pressed into every curve and line.

She held Qi Xiyao tightly against her. Qi Xiyao bit into her shoulder, leaving behind her own distinct mark. Yu Peirong did not flinch, only returned the favor gently. In the haze of overwhelming sensation, Qi Xiyao eventually lost all strength.

When an Alpha and Omega collide during their most vulnerable periods, the process takes time. The Alpha must release all of her pheromones until her glands are completely emptied.

Yu Peirong, as a top-tier Alpha, did not need as long as others to complete a lifelong mark. She could recover quickly with just a short rest.

Fortunately, Qi Xiyao was also high-ranking. She could absorb all of the pheromones without any difficulty.

They turned off their phones and shut themselves away inside Yu Peirong’s villa for seven full days and nights.

Time passed so slowly it felt like an entire year had gone by.

During this time, both their bodies entered a state of intense focus. All other sensations were dulled to nothing.

Yu Peirong felt no hunger, no thirst, no fatigue. She only wanted to give her Omega everything she had.

And Qi Xiyao never stopped receiving.

On the seventh day, the citrus and tea scent fully merged with the gardenia. They no longer danced briefly around each other but fused completely and permanently.

Qi Xiyao’s Omega scent took on a hint of defensive strength, infused with Yu Peirong’s gardenia. It could now be summoned in moments of danger.

Yu Peirong’s Alpha scent, once purely floral, now had a touch of softness. The result was a delicate, slightly sweet fragrance of citrus gardenia tea—light, clean, and unique.

At the exact moment of completion, both of them felt it. Their bond was now unbreakable.

Only on the final day did they feel hunger and exhaustion crash into them. They collapsed in each other’s arms and fell into a deep, heavy sleep.

Yu Peirong woke up first, stirred by hunger.

She thought about ordering takeout but hesitated. The scent still lingering in the villa would make a delivery awkward.

The combination of a top-tier Alpha and Omega was so potent that even Betas—who usually had dull senses—could detect it. For anyone with Alpha or Omega traits, it would be unmistakably awkward.

The villa had been carefully chosen for its air filtration system, which absorbed and neutralized pheromones through the walls. Without it, the scent would have spread all over the neighborhood and caused trouble.

Yu Peirong did not like exposing her privacy to others. So, she decided to cook something herself, clean up, and then go out for a real meal to recharge.

She tried to stay quiet, but Qi Xiyao woke up anyway. Yawning, she came over and stopped Yu Peirong just as she was about to light the stove.

Qi Xiyao turned on her phone, untouched for days, and saw hundreds of messages.

She skimmed through them, then chose to reply to Zheng Xiuxue first.

It was about ten in the morning on a weekend. Zheng Xiuxue had just woken up. When she received the call and heard Qi Xiyao’s voice, she laughed with playful suspicion.

“I was just about to head out for a meal. Do you two want to join me? I’ll send you the private room number in a bit.”

Qi Xiyao replied, “Sure.”

Zheng Xiuxue ended the call quickly and sent over the room number just two minutes later.

She had booked a beautifully decorated private dining spot, though it was quite a distance from where they were. It would take about an hour to get there. Neither Yu Peirong nor Qi Xiyao bothered with makeup. They simply dressed, washed up, and headed out. When they arrived, the others were already seated, and the table was covered with a generous spread of dishes.

There were plenty of hearty meats, even though Qi Xiyao usually avoided greasy or heavy foods due to her profession. But after what she had just been through, replenishing her energy was more than necessary.

She didn’t turn down Zheng Xiuxue’s thoughtful gesture. After greeting everyone, she picked up her chopsticks and began eating.

The food was delicious, especially a fruitwood-grilled steak. The smoky, fruity aroma blended perfectly with the tender chew of the meat, making each bite flavorful but not greasy. Another highlight was the baby cabbage in golden broth, made with Jinhua ham. There were no extra ingredients, just fresh cabbage simmered in a rich, savory soup that brought out its crisp sweetness.

Everyone at the table understood why an Alpha and Omega had gone completely off the grid for so many days, but no one said a word. They quietly focused on their meal.

Qi Xiyao only started to feel slightly full after eating for a while. Her energy levels had been so depleted that she never realized her appetite could be this big. She noticed Ye An slicing a piece of red date and coconut pudding and placing it on Xu Xiaoqi’s plate. Then she spoke up.

“The court hearing for Lu Zhiyao and Lu Xuang is tomorrow. The plaintiff is Lu Xuang’s former mother-in-law’s family. He’s being sued for adultery. As for Lu Zhiyao, it’s attempted murder.”

“Just adultery?” Yu Peirong frowned.

That charge was disgusting to hear. In this world, Alpha adultery was punished more harshly under the law, but it still usually meant only a few years in prison.

Worse, his legal spouse was already deceased and couldn’t press charges, so the punishment would likely be reduced.

She recalled the other crimes Lu Xuang was involved in and grew anxious. “What about his underground operations? Did the Li family decide to drop the charges?”

Li was the surname of his late wife.

Zhao Yuan’s expression darkened. She clearly shared Yu Peirong’s concerns.

“No, the Li family is actively pursuing charges. They even offered to help gather evidence. But the court rejected it, claiming it wasn’t under their jurisdiction and said the court itself would handle the appeal.”

Yu Peirong’s face turned even more grim. She slammed her chopsticks down with a loud clatter.

Lu Xuang had deep ties in the gambling world. It was no surprise that he had powerful connections.

When the court claimed they would handle things internally, what they really meant was delaying. They wanted to make it look like everything was being taken care of while quietly sweeping it under the rug.

The internet had a short memory. When scandals first broke, public outrage surged, but within weeks, interest faded.

Give it a month, and this would be buried under a pile of newer, more sensational news.

Lu Zhiyao had ties to the entertainment industry. All she had to do was buy a few scandalous stories about other celebrities unrelated to Yishui Entertainment. It didn’t matter what the stories were. With time, they would draw attention away from her.

And if the court failed to detain either of them, those two maniacs would surely seek revenge, with Zhao Yuan being their first target.

Unlike Yu’s father and son, who were reckless and stupid, Lu Zhiyao and Lu Xuang were calculated. Even if Lu Zhiyao had killed the woman Lu Xuang loved most, he would not start a civil war now. That would be pointless.

Both held damning evidence against the other. Lu Zhiyao was not like Yu Shang. She was not fully controlled by Lu Xuang. She had her own ventures not as large, but far from weak.

If pushed to the edge, they would destroy anyone near them just to stay afloat.

Yu Peirong listened in silence, deep in thought.

Two days later, Yishui Entertainment’s chairwoman, Yu Peirong, publicly filed a real-name report accusing Lu Xuang and Lu Zhiyao of running illegal underground businesses and being involved in multiple deaths, with local courts turning a blind eye. She posted the same message across every major online platform with the highest traffic.

Initially, the public had felt justice had been served and no longer showed the same level of outrage.

But this sudden twist reignited the firestorm.

Even the Lu family, who had just been placed under surveillance and were on the verge of going home, had not expected Yu Peirong to go this far. She had taken a stand directly against local authorities, and they were stunned.

Before making this move, everyone around her had offered their support—especially Zhao Yuan. That calm and collected Omega’s eyes had turned red as she said, with unwavering conviction, that she should be the one to step up, since she would be their first target.

While Zhao Yuan didn’t have Yu Peirong’s clout or public presence, she was still a well-known producer. Her voice would not have gone unnoticed.

Qi Xiyao, Zheng Xiuxue, Ye An, and Xu Xiaoqi had all expressed their willingness to support her too.

Before releasing the report, Yu Peirong gathered all available artists for an online and offline meeting. She explained clearly what she was about to do and the consequences that might follow.

She used her real name alone, without dragging the company’s artists into it to generate momentum, even though including them could have boosted her influence.

Many artists had offered to stand with her, but Yu Peirong firmly refused.

Lu Xuang was truly panicking now.

He never thought Yu Peirong would take it this far. That same junior he had once looked down on was now standing strong against immense pressure and refused to back down.

The courts might still try to protect local interests. With the right incentives, even the internet could be manipulated.

But this time, Yu Peirong had made the issue far too public.

That night, Yu Peirong tried to send Qi Xiyao away for her safety, but Qi Xiyao insisted on staying.

She did not want to leave Yu Peirong alone. Even though she knew that a top-tier Alpha like her was unlikely to be harmed, she still couldn’t shake her unease.

That night, a heavy storm poured outside.

Summer storms often came with high temperatures. The ground quickly became layered in mud and rainwater, but none of it could wash away the malice that loomed beyond the door.

By the time those people arrived at the house, Yu Peirong had already prepared for every scenario.

Had this been someone ordinary, they might have broken in. But unfortunately for them, Yu Peirong was not someone who could be taken down so easily.

She was a top Alpha and the head of Yishui Entertainment.

She had just gone public with accusations against the Lu family and the local courts. If anything happened to her now, it would only prove her claims to be true.

The group lingered downstairs for a while. Then, suddenly, the power and water in the house went out for two minutes.

Those two minutes felt as long as an entire century.

Yu Peirong held Qi Xiyao tightly in her arms. Both could feel each other’s warm breath and the rapid beating of their hearts.

Now that things had escalated to this point, it would be impossible to say they felt nothing at all. Even for Yu Peirong, if those people had actually broken in, she wouldn’t have been able to handle a group of attackers with force alone.

Fortunately, their opponents still had some restraint.

Yu Peirong had her phone on her, and the recording function was enabled. Even though the internet was cut off, as long as they dared to confront her verbally, she could record everything. Unless they wanted mutual destruction, the resulting storm of public outrage would be overwhelming. Not only would the Lu family be ruined, but many more would be dragged down with them.

With their attempt at intimidation having failed, the intruders had no choice but to retreat in shame through the storm.

It was only when the lights came back on two minutes later, casting a familiar glow across the room, that Yu Peirong realized her body was soaked in sweat.

The fresh scent of her Omega’s pheromones in the air gave her a little comfort.

A few days later, when Yu Peirong handed a contract to Qi Xiyao, she was surprised at how quickly time had passed.

After the previous reality dating show, they had signed an agreement on the spot to appear in the next season.

The director had been caught up with other projects, and Qi Xiyao had scheduling conflicts, so everything was delayed.

What surprised Yu Peirong now was that, even though she was currently in the middle of a public storm, the director didn’t hesitate to invite her back.

Then again, in this industry, what people feared most wasn’t controversy but low ratings. As long as a show had attention and engagement, that was what really mattered.

There were no issues with the contract, and Yu Peirong signed it quickly. The production team soon made the official announcement.

She had wrapped up most of her work recently, and the show only required five days of filming. A five-day break was manageable.

Yu Peirong had indeed been under a lot of stress lately. It was time to relax and let herself unwind. Before they left, she even asked the team who else would be appearing this season.

The answer was fairly satisfying.

There was one AO influencer couple who had just gone public and signed up for the show. Another pair was a well-known AO couple in the entertainment industry. The Alpha was a film queen, and the Omega was a rising actress. While she hadn’t won many awards, she had a charming personality and good looks, and her dramas consistently achieved high ratings.

That film queen and her wife were a beloved couple in the industry, both known for their easygoing and friendly personalities.

Before filming began for season two, the participants gathered for a meal to get to know each other.

This season’s format was different. While the first season focused on surprise chemistry and blind pairing to create sparks, this one emphasized the joy of couples traveling together. It made sense for everyone to meet and understand each other’s boundaries and preferences beforehand.

Before they met, Yu Peirong even watched some of the film queen’s work. Her acting style was exactly the type she admired—intensely studied and emotionally grounded. She didn’t simply insert herself into the role but carefully analyzed and mirrored the character’s traits and habits, completely removing her own presence from the performance.

It was a difficult method to master but, when done well, incredibly compelling. Qi Xiyao had chosen a similar path, which was why her reputation was so strong. She left almost no trace of herself in her characters.

Yu Peirong had only known that the couple were friendly and passionate, but she hadn’t expected just how enthusiastic they’d be.

The influencer AO couple couldn’t attend due to prior obligations, so the dinner gathering included just the four of them and the production staff.

The film queen’s name was Yao Lu, and her wife was Jin Mei. Both were lively and warmhearted. From the start, they linked arms with Yu Peirong and Qi Xiyao, pulling them close with no hesitation.

Yu Peirong and Yao Lu got along especially well. After a few exchanges, Yao Lu roped her into a round of dice games and drinks. After dinner, they moved on to karaoke, using the show’s budget to sing their hearts out until nearly midnight.

As they were leaving, the production crew handed out the room cards.

Yu Peirong looked at her card, which read Room 69, with a flashy, colorful design. A certain possibility crossed her mind, and she fell into silent thought.

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