Transmigrated as the Cannon Fodder Boss of the Disabled Heroine - Chapter 62

Pei Yujiang’s heart pounded so violently she could barely stand it. Pressing a hand to her chest, she coughed lightly twice, her anxious gaze fixed on the familiar face before her.

Every second of waiting felt like an eternity, each moment stretching unbearably long. Without receiving a definite response, Pei Yujiang wished she could turn back time by mere seconds to retract her impulsive words:

“Sorry, I was just joking.”

Before Yu Zhiwan could reply, Pei Yujiang hastily threw out this line and hurried toward her own home. With her long legs carrying her swiftly away, Yu Zhiwan didn’t attempt to stop her. Pei Yujiang dashed inside, the door slamming shut behind her like lightning, and only then did her racing heart begin to calm slightly.

That night, after showering and lying down in bed, Pei Yujiang found herself unusually sleepless.

Every time she closed her eyes, Yu Zhiwan’s face would appear unbidden.

She would never have joked like this with Yu Zhiwan before after all, every joke contains a grain of truth, at least in her view. Subconsciously, she’d never say something so frivolous to an Omega. But tonight, in that heated moment, Yu Zhiwan had neither rejected her words nor played along with the joke, leaving their relationship suspended in this strange limbo.

Yet when she was “Little Fish,” Yu Zhiwan had been very close to her. Even after her identity was revealed, Yu Zhiwan hadn’t reacted as she’d feared hating her for the deception and refusing to continue their relationship.

The Omega had even trusted her enough during her most vulnerable heat cycle to let Pei Yujiang comfort her through that sensitive period.

Could it be that Yu Zhiwan had sensed her feelings and was now keeping her distance to avoid giving her false hope?

Turning this over in her mind, Pei Yujiang couldn’t think of any other explanation. She became convinced this must be Yu Zhiwan’s reasoning.

Initially, they’d been good friends. She’d helped Yu Zhiwan escape from that scumbag Alpha Liu Huanran, earning Yu Zhiwan’s gradual trust and gratitude. Plus, as a “straight-as-an-arrow” Beta, Yu Zhiwan naturally wouldn’t have needed to maintain strict boundaries with her.

But once she’d shown even the slightest hint of affection, the perceptive Omega must have noticed and become unwilling to remain so intimate with someone who had feelings for her.

Of course, the root cause was undoubtedly that Yu Zhiwan simply didn’t return her feelings.

This realization brought a pang of disappointment.

But Pei Yujiang wasn’t one to wallow in melancholy. She quickly shifted her perspective to lift her own spirits.

Even if Yu Zhiwan didn’t like her now, their previous closeness even spending her heat cycle together clearly showed the Omega wasn’t interested in anyone else. An Omega of Yu Zhiwan’s beauty and superior pheromones could have any Alpha eating out of her hand with just a smile. They’d fight each other for the chance to be near her, let alone the rare privilege of being her heat cycle companion.

Since Yu Zhiwan had no romantic interests and didn’t seem to dislike her, all Pei Yujiang needed to do was work harder to make Yu Zhiwan fall for her, right?

Pei Yujiang had always been a woman of strong execution. Once this idea popped into her head, it quickly took shape. In this era of advanced internet, even in the early hours, many night owls were still surfing online. Having seen advertisements across various apps, Pei Yujiang thought of a Q&A platform. She opened the web version, registered, and eagerly posted her first question.

[Anonymous]: If a Beta likes an Omega, and the Omega currently has no romantic interests but is friends with the Beta, how should the Beta pursue the Omega?

Additional note: Both are female.

After sending it, Pei Yujiang felt a surge of nervous excitement. She got out of bed to splash some water on her face in the bathroom. When she returned and saw no replies, she did a set of relaxation exercises. Estimating enough time had passed, she eagerly reopened the site.

A single lonely red notification dot on the message page disappointed her, but she still clicked on it with hope, only to find it was a system notification.

Pei Yujiang: “…”

She tapped the “Increase Exposure” button. The “Exposure” indicator spun in a tiny circle, slowly inching forward before the system blandly informed her, “Currently accelerating exposure for you.” After waiting a while, she realized her post had likely sunk without a trace.

Trash app!

Before exiting the web version, she spotted another ad. Clicking on it, she saw it was for the site’s “tipping feature.”

Refusing to give up, she downloaded the app, topped up her account, and saw that high-quality answers could earn 3,000 yuan.

The power of money proved far more effective than vague “exposure.” Within minutes, she heard the “beep-beep-beep” of incoming notifications.

Ten replies had poured in within just five minutes. Pei Yujiang skimmed through them some suggested figuring out the Omega’s preferences and winning her over with gifts and money. She immediately replied:

“She doesn’t lack money.”

Remembering how Yu Zhiwan had once splurged on a deep-sea torpedo tip for her, Pei Yujiang added seriously:

“If she wanted, she could even afford to keep me.”

[7th Floor]: What does the OP look like? Post a pic, maybe try seduction? Though Omegas usually prefer Alphas, Betas have it tough (unless you’re drop-dead gorgeous).

Pei Yujiang ignored this reply and scrolled down.

The suggestions varied wildly, some advised writing love letters, others suggested sending a messenger. Only one response stood out for its brevity.

The user recommended an emotional analysis expert with a verified profile on the app, a Ph.D. in psychology. Curious, Pei Yujiang clicked the link and was greeted by a clean, simple ad line:

[Wisdom Studio · Your Trusted Emotional Consultant. Successfully matched 30 couples within a year. Services include psychological counseling, emotional Q&A, tarot readings, and aftercare support. Available 24/7.]

Intrigued, Pei Yujiang tapped the customer service button. An AI bot immediately popped up to ask about her needs.

After selecting emotional consultation, she was connected to a human agent.

Pei Yujiang briefly outlined her dilemma. The consultant chatted with her for a bit before asking if she’d like a tarot reading.

Pei Yujiang wasn’t particularly convinced about things like tarot and astrology, but the shop owner’s words made sense. Since it wouldn’t cost much, she willingly paid the 9.9 yuan experience fee to give it a try.

The tarot reading involved shuffling the cards and having the participant select them for analysis. Pei Yujiang asked about the possibility of becoming Yu Zhiwan’s true destined partner, and the final result surprisingly showed an 80% probability.

“The likelihood of becoming each other’s destined match is quite high, but there’s still a chance someone might steal her away if you hesitate. After all, the person you like is an Omega, and for Omegas, Alphas are the most attractive that’s just how the Creator designed the Alpha-Omega bond. No one can change that.”

“But nothing is set in stone. The development of love isn’t entirely dependent on physiological reactions caused by pheromones. If an Omega can develop feelings for a Beta, it definitely isn’t due to pheromone influence. In fact, such emotions are more genuine and pure, meaning your relationship could last longer.”

Pei Yujiang wasn’t too fond of the first half of what the person said, but the latter half pleased her greatly. She nodded slightly while sitting in her computer chair.

“How about a 9999-yuan package? A full three-month guide on how to win her over, tailored to her preferences. If there’s no progress, half will be refunded payment secured through the platform. What do you say?”

Pei Yujiang wasn’t short on money. After transmigrating, she initially relied on Pei Jinhuai’s funds, but later earned quite a bit herself. Ten thousand yuan wasn’t a huge sum to her losing it wouldn’t be a big deal so she agreed without hesitation.

They added each other on Talk, and the consultant asked a few questions nothing involving financial or personal privacy just to get a general understanding of Yu Zhiwan’s personality and their dynamic. Then came the question:

“You’re her direct superior?”

“That’s right.”

“Then why not use your position to create more opportunities for interaction? Since you two are already quite familiar, going on business trips together shouldn’t be a problem. You could also order afternoon tea for the office based on her preferences, letting her slowly sense your sincerity. Subtlety is key, don’t rush it.”

Pei Yujiang found this advice reasonable and eagerly noted it down before asking:

“Anything else?”

“Is her office near yours? Being in close proximity day in and day out makes it easier for feelings to develop. If you’re too far apart, you won’t get the thrill of an office romance instead, it’ll just reinforce the superior-subordinate dynamic.”

Every word struck a chord with Pei Yujiang. She hadn’t considered any of this before.

“Are there any other important points to keep in mind?”

“We’ll talk about the rest tomorrow. It’s late.” The reply came. “Tomorrow isn’t the weekend, don’t you have work?”

Pei Yujiang did indeed have to work the next day. She had to stay in Wing City until matters were fully resolved. The situation with Mayor Xiang was even more troublesome, she couldn’t let multiple problems pile up, or things would get too hectic.

“Alright then, good night.”

Having gotten the answers she wanted, Pei Yujiang was polite in her response. She soon fell into a deep sleep. This wasn’t the first time she’d dreamed of Yu Zhiwan, but tonight’s dream left her heart unusually elated. The vague sense of ambiguity from before had solidified, making her acutely aware of her racing heartbeat.

Early the next morning, Pei Yujiang was awakened by the doorbell.

Having slept late, she was unusually deep in slumber and hadn’t even heard her alarm. The doorbell outside was piercingly loud, and after three unanswered rings, it gradually increased in volume. Half-asleep, Pei Yujiang got out of bed, shuffled over in her pajamas, and tiptoed to peek through the peephole.

Her first thought was that it might be the property management her mind still foggy, she couldn’t recall whether the fees were due, completely forgetting that the management would never come to collect payments so early in the morning.

But when her gaze dropped and she saw the familiar figure seated in a wheelchair, her groggy thoughts sharpened instantly. She pulled open the door, and the aroma of food rushed in.

Today, Yu Zhiwan had brought her steamed buns and soy milk.

The buns were nestled in a bamboo steamer, lined with clean cheesecloth. Their uneven sizes and slightly irregular pleats made it clear they weren’t store-bought, bakery products were always uniform.

Ever since they had moved in together, Yu Zhiwan had been preparing varied breakfasts for her, delivering them punctually every morning. Each time, Yu Zhiwan would arrive at her door, and by the time Pei Yujiang finished freshening up, a delicious meal would be waiting.

Yu Zhiwan was an excellent cook, rarely repeating dishes, which greatly satisfied Pei Yujiang’s palate. After breakfast, Pei Yujiang would accompany her to work. Their time together in Wing City had been quite pleasant.

The budding affection in her heart, now amplified, made Pei Yujiang both nervous and uneasy as she recalled their past interactions. For a moment, she even forgot to take the items from Yu Zhiwan’s hands.

Yu Zhiwan simply entered on her own, placing the food on the table with practiced ease.

“Why did you sleep so late today?”

“L-Late? It’s not that bad, is it?”

She wasn’t sure whether Yu Zhiwan had taken yesterday’s joke seriously, but the fact that she still came to deliver breakfast meant they could continue as usual.

Pei Yujiang felt a small thrill of delight.

But she had never imagined that one day, she’d feel grateful just to maintain a normal relationship with Yu Zhiwan.

The soy milk was sweetened with rock sugar and dotted with soft, chewy taro balls. Pei Yujiang had a preference for bold flavors and loved food loaded with toppings, perhaps because she had rarely experienced such treats before, she was now making up for lost time.

Yu Zhiwan had perfectly grasped her tastes, making every meal a success. Sipping the warm soy milk, Pei Yujiang secretly narrowed her eyes in contentment when Yu Zhiwan wasn’t looking, playfully winking at her.

Love had made her cautious, filling her with unfamiliar yet sweet emotions her heart brimming with both trepidation and joy. When she smiled, her eyes curved like little crescents. Pei Yujiang rarely acted so childishly in front of others, but knowing Yu Zhiwan couldn’t see her, she grew bolder.

What she didn’t know was that the moment she turned away, the Omega sitting calmly in place finally allowed a faint smile to surface. The smile gradually widened as Yu Zhiwan lazily propped her chin on her hand, feigning relaxation while her gaze lingered on Pei Yujiang until she reached the doorway, only then reluctantly withdrawing.

Seizing the moment when Pei Yujiang was out of sight, Yu Zhiwan quickly lowered her head and sent a few messages on her phone.

Pei Yujiang quickly packed up and prepared to take Yu Zhiwan to work with her. As she stepped out, she saw the woman pressing slender fingers to her forehead, gently massaging it, and hurriedly asked what was wrong.

Yu Zhiwan shook her head: “It’s nothing, maybe I caught a chill. Just a slight headache.”

Pei Yujiang immediately recalled the message she’d received that morning:

“If you want to pursue someone, be considerate better yet, exceed their expectations.”

She promptly bent down, her eyes sparkling as she tilted her head to look at the Omega. Knowing the other couldn’t see, she pushed her fingers forward into Yu Zhiwan’s palm and asked softly:

“Would you like me to massage it for you?”

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