Transmigrated as the Disabled Alpha Wife of the Black Moonlight and She Said She Loves Me - Chapter 22.3

Huo Jianan secretly glanced at Ruan Nianning, whose eyes were practically crinkled with delight, and chuckled inwardly. “Alright, Wife,” she teased, “just a occasional drink. It won’t affect your figure.”

Ruan Nianning was in a good mood, her earlier displeasure at seeing Zou Guohua’s family completely forgotten. She leaned back against the comfortable chair, suddenly remembering how Zou Xiaojing had eagerly taken the wheelchair earlier. At the time, she’d simply found Xiaojing’s attempts at familiarity irritating. But now, recalling her feelings, she realized something strange: This woman in the wheelchair is mine. No one touch her!

Looking at the fair, delicate beauty beside her, who even drank with refined elegance, Ruan Nianning suddenly realized something—she was quite possessive.

After lunch, Ruan Nianning went out to meet her agent. Securing a role in the drama, especially one that allowed her to act alongside her good friend, Film Empress Song, had put her in a great mood. She lifted Huo Jianan’s chin playfully, teasing her like a kitten. “Jianan, be good at home and enjoy your games.”

Huo Jianan, the family cat, nodded obediently in her wife’s palm. “Okay, Wife. Make sure you come home soon.”

Not long after her wife left, Huo Jianan, who had lost all interest in gaming, called Housekeeper He and went out again to continue her rehabilitation training at the hospital.

Returning home drenched in sweat and gasping for breath, she took a shower, changed her clothes, and settled into the study.

She searched online for news about the Huo Family.

The only information she found was about her wedding to Ruan Nianning. The media was unanimous in their awe of the lavish ceremony, featuring a renowned host, nearly every prominent figure from politics and business in attendance, and several popular celebrities offering their blessings.

Huo Jianan scrolled through the photos from the wedding.

Ruan Nianning, in her snow-white wedding dress, was truly stunning! Her slender back, delicate collarbones, long swan neck, and icy elegance radiated grace and poise. Even though the bride’s smile wasn’t particularly radiant, the overall effect was undeniably dazzling.

Huo Jianan moved her mouse and saved the photo.

Huo Jianan resumed her search for Huo Zhujun, hoping to find old news reports that might shed light on what had happened back then.

Unfortunately, there was almost no information about Huo Zhujun online, except for one brief mention related to Huo Jianan. The article introduced Huo Jianan as Huo Zhujun’s daughter and, in passing, mentioned that Huo Zhujun was the only daughter of Xu Weiyi, the current head of the Huo family, and the late Huo Family Young Miss, Huo Songzhi. Described as a wealthy young lady passionate about art, she had traveled alone to a foreign country to study painting at a young age and had lived abroad ever since.

Huo Jianan continued browsing and suddenly came across a three-year-old news article celebrating Huo Corporation’s successful acquisition of a foreign company, a deal that had made headlines at the time.

In the accompanying photo, Grandmother Huo stood in front, with Meng Xien behind her to the left. Both smiled warmly at the camera, the picture of successful business leaders.

Huo Jianan’s envious gaze lingered for a moment before she finally scrolled down. Suddenly, a sentence caught her eye:

“Events have proven that Grand Elder Huo’s decision to entrust the vast Huo family enterprises to the Second Branch’s wife, Xu Weiyi, was the most correct choice.”

Huo Songnian, the eldest son of the Huo family, was a notorious playboy and spendthrift, infamous for his extravagant lifestyle. When Old Master Huo entrusted the family’s assets to his sister-in-law, Xu Weiyi, he threw a violent tantrum, nearly causing Xu Weiyi to miscarry. After gaining control, Xu Weiyi completely severed ties with the main branch of the family, each faction going their separate ways.

The main branch, lacking business acumen, gradually declined, their enterprises deteriorating daily. In contrast, the second branch, under Xu Weiyi’s capable leadership, thrived. Decades later, when people spoke of the Changbin Huo Family, they were referring to the second branch led by Grandmother Xu.

Huo Jianan was unexpectedly served the juicy gossip about the Huo family’s inheritance dispute. Beyond surprise, she felt admiration. Grandmother is truly remarkable—a queen of the business empire.

Ruan Nianning and her agent, Sister Luo, sipped coffee, chatting amiably.

Sister Luo remarked, “I never thought your wealthy wife would agree to let you act again. That’s the Huo family, Changbin’s most influential clan! Even if your wife consented, did Grandmother Xu approve? She’s a formidable, awe-inspiring figure!”

Her tone conveyed both reverence and admiration for Xu Weiyi. Finding a female Omega who had achieved such business success was rare worldwide.

“It was Jianan who persuaded her grandmother,” Ruan Nianning said. “Otherwise, things wouldn’t have gone so smoothly. To be honest, I didn’t expect this either. I thought I’d missed the chance to work with Sister Song.”

Sister Luo replied, “The originally planned female lead ran into some trouble, creating an opening. And coincidentally, your family agreed to let you film. That’s what they call ‘what’s meant to be will always find its way to you’.”

Ruan Nianning smiled faintly, savoring the last sentence. She lifted her cup and took a small sip. The rich coffee aroma, slightly bitter, left a lingering sweetness on her tongue.

What exactly is meant to be mine? she wondered. Is it the satisfaction of revenge? Or the romantic love I once dreamed of?

If she succeeded in her revenge, considering the despicable acts she would have to commit, she wouldn’t deserve forgiveness. She’d likely end up in hell, and those destined for hell surely weren’t worthy of the kind of love she’d once yearned for.

Sister Luo briskly filed away the contract. “Speaking of which, your wealthy wife truly dotes on you! Let me tell you, once this show is wrapped up, stop chasing after more. Settle down and have a couple of babies. Your wealth and glory won’t disappear.”

Ruan Nianning chuckled. “Sister Luo, why don’t you marry into a wealthy family too?”

“I’d love to, but I’m not that lucky,” Sister Luo said, handing Ruan Nianning a thick stack of papers. “This is the script. It’s a bit late, but I know you’ll familiarize yourself with it quickly.”

Ruan Nianning took the script and flipped through it casually. Suddenly remembering someone’s sole requirement for acting, she looked up and asked, “There aren’t any explicit scenes, are there?”

Sister Luo chuckled. “Of course not. Do you think I’d ever give you that kind of role? Besides, Song Shiyu has already reviewed the script. You know Sister Song’s principles.”

Ruan Nianning nodded in satisfaction. “No need to send a car for me tomorrow. We can meet at the airport.”

By the time she returned to the Huo residence, dusk had settled in. As Ruan Nianning climbed the stairs, she ran into Xiao Tao.

“Xiao Tao, what was the Young Miss doing this afternoon?”

“The Young Miss went out this afternoon,” Xiao Tao replied. “She returned and went straight to the study. She’s still there.”

Ruan Nianning didn’t think much of it, assuming Huo Jianan was gaming again. Seeing Xiao Tao about to descend the stairs, she called out, “Xiao Tao, does the Young Miss have any other sisters? A twin sister?”

Xiao Tao giggled. “Young Madam, why do you ask? How could the Young Miss have a twin sister? The Old Madam has only one granddaughter.”

Ruan Nianning said, “I was talking with a friend about a foreign movie today, and it had a pair of twin brothers. It suddenly gave me an idea.”

Xiao Tao replied, “Really? If the Young Miss had a twin sister, it would be fascinating to have two people who look exactly alike sitting at the dining table during meals.”

Ruan Nianning chuckled in agreement. “Yes, it would be quite interesting.”

As they passed the study, Ruan Nianning was surprised not to hear the usual thunderous sounds of video games coming from the room. She pushed the door open and peeked inside. The familiar figure wasn’t on the sofa. Her gaze shifted to the desk, where Huo Jianan sat, her eyebrows slightly furrowed as she stared intently at the screen.

She’d never seen Huo Jianan so focused on anything other than gaming.

Curious, Ruan Nianning asked, “Jianan, what are you looking at?”

Huo Jianan, who was researching the Huo Family online, startled at the sudden voice. Her heart skipped a beat as she hastily closed the browser window. “Wife, you’re back! Why did you scare me like that?”

Ruan Nianning stepped inside. “What were you doing?”

“Just looking up some information,” Huo Jianan replied quickly, glancing at the wall covered in gaming merchandise. “Just browsing the latest figurines.”

Ruan Nianning nodded. Huo Jianan really had an inexplicable passion for these figurines.

“Wife, aren’t you leaving on a long trip tomorrow? I had Xiao Tao pack your usual toiletries today. I didn’t pick out any clothes, since I wasn’t sure what you’d need. It’s 20 degrees in City D right now, much warmer than Changbin. I think you should bring some light jackets and summer clothes.”

Ruan Nianning was slightly taken aback, not expecting Huo Jianan to take the initiative to pack her luggage.

“How did you know it’s 20 degrees there?”

“When traveling, you always check the weather forecast first,” Huo Jianan replied with a smile. “Did you finish negotiating with your agent?”

“Yes, the contract is signed, and I’ve received the script.”

Huo Jianan was genuinely happy for her. “Now you can rest assured. Get a good night’s sleep and have a safe trip tomorrow.”

Ruan Nianning’s gaze slowly traveled from Huo Jianan’s elegant, alluring lips up to her soft, luminous eyes, filled with warmth and affection.

“Jianan, you’ve changed.”

Huo Jianan’s heart skipped a beat, but her expression remained unfaltering as she asked with a smile, “How so?”

“You’re like an older sister now.”

Though Ruan Nianning was three years older than Huo Jianan, she felt that Huo Jianan was the one who had become the older sister. Otherwise, why would she look at her with such a doting gaze?

At that moment, Xiao Tao came up and announced, “Young Miss, Young Madam, Madam has returned and it’s time for dinner.”

Ruan Nianning pushed Huo Jianan downstairs to eat. During the meal, they discussed Ruan Nianning’s upcoming departure the next day to film. Grandmother Huo clearly seemed displeased. “So soon? You’ve barely been married a few days. People might think our Huo family is desperate for your wife to earn a living through acting.”

Ruan Nianning ate calmly, her eyes fixed straight ahead, as if she hadn’t heard Grandmother Huo’s words.

Huo Jianan forced a smile. “Ha ha, Grandmother, you’re so funny! Nianning is rushing to put out a fire. Everyone else is ready to go, but they’re just waiting for her, the lead actress. We need to be efficient and not hold up the entire team, right? Besides, if she finishes filming sooner, she can come back home sooner.”

Grandmother Huo huffed. “One word from me, and you give me this long-winded speech. You really dote on your wife, don’t you? You’re so protective you’d never let her suffer even a slight grievance.”

“Grandmother, what are you saying? What kind of family are we, the Huo family? You dote on us so much—how could anyone possibly mistreat her?”

Grandmother Huo smiled indulgently. “You smooth talker! Fine, this is your little marital matter. I won’t interfere. As long as you’re happy, do as you please.”

“Thank you, Grandmother. Please eat your vegetables.” Huo Jianan hurriedly served her grandmother, careful not to forget Wolfie. “Wife, you should eat too.” She thought to herself, Once Wolfie goes back to filming, I’ll finally be free from this constant struggle.

Later that evening, while Ruan Nianning was leisurely washing her hair, bathing, and soaking in the tub, Huo Jianan secretly injected herself in both legs.

Lying on the bed, she groaned from the pain, gritting her teeth as she bent over to massage her legs.

An hour later, as the pain gradually subsided, Huo Jianan lay weakly on the bed, panting slightly.

After bathing and drying her hair, Ruan Nianning emerged wearing a deep crimson, low-cut sleep robe. Her sensual, cascading waves framed a waist so slender it seemed a single hand could encircle it. Her long, fair legs glided across the thick carpet as she moved with feline grace.

Huo Jianan shuddered under that burning gaze, her entire body jolting awake. She reached for the remote, intending to continue watching the historical drama where Ruan Nianning played a female thief.

With a snap, the remote was snatched away, and the TV shut off.

“Why watch a drama when the real thing is right here?” Huo Jianan felt her chin lifted, forcing her to meet the gaze of the woman whose eyes burned with intensity.

Her beautiful eyes sparkled with a captivating light, radiating charm and allure. Huo Jianan suddenly understood what it meant for eyes to be bright and expressive, their glances shimmering with brilliance.

“I’m not as pretty as I look on TV, am I?”

Huo Jianan’s heart skipped a beat. Goodness, how did the original owner of this body endure being constantly tempted by his wife?

If he were an ordinary man, he’d probably have died from overexertion within days.

Clutching her blanket tightly, Huo Jianan stammered, “You’re beautiful… beautiful and… and…”

Before she could finish, Ruan Nianning lowered her head and kissed her, pinning the immobilized Huo Jianan to the bed.

After the kiss, Wolfie refused to let go, pressing her chest against Jianan’s and playfully tapping her lips with slender fingers. “I’m leaving for filming tomorrow. Aren’t you going to kiss me?”

Huo Jianan: “!!!”

What should I do? I’ve never kissed anyone first in my life.

Ruan Nianning leaned down again, this time with a gentleness that was almost tender. Her lips parted Jianan’s, exploring and teasing, as a faint floral fragrance blossomed between them—a scent reminiscent of jasmine.

This floral aroma held a deadly allure. Huo Jianan felt an obsessive need to inhale more, and before she knew it, she was kissing Wolfie back, entwining their tongues, desperate to capture that exquisite floral essence.

The teasing smile vanished from Ruan Nianning’s lips.

In the quiet bedroom, the sound of their lingering kisses filled the air.

The kiss deepened, carrying a floral scent that wafted across Huo Jianan’s face, intertwining with her own breath until she couldn’t tell whose it was.

Huo Jianan’s heart raced wildly, her blood felt like it was boiling, and the glands at the back of her neck grew warm.

She didn’t know what was happening, but she wanted to savor this intoxicating floral aroma forever.

“Phew…” Ruan Nianning panted, pushing her away. Her flushed face turned away, refusing to look at Huo Jianan. “Let’s sleep,” she mumbled, turning her back to Huo Jianan and settling down.

Having experienced her first true kiss, Huo Jianan’s face burned crimson. Remembering her audacity in initiating the kiss with Wolfie, she stammered, “Sleep, sleep… you have a flight tomorrow.”

The bedside lamp went out, leaving only a small nightlight in the corner near the bathroom.

Huo Jianan lay motionless on the bed, her mind consumed by memories of her kiss with Wolfie and the alluring floral scent that had filled the air during their embrace.

Huo Jianan racked her brain, trying to identify the floral scent. Suddenly, a realization struck her, and her heart skipped a beat. It was Ruan Nianning’s pheromones.

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