Transmigrated Into a Scumbag Alpha In a Melodramatic Novel and Been Targeted by My Love Rival - Chapter 27

Her answer was flawless, leaving no room for criticism.

Xia Wu’s lips twitched unnaturally, her expression unreadable. “So, you’ve truly been deeply devoted to Xiao Yu’s well-being.”

“Xiao Yu is guileless, kind, and gentle. She’s clever and adorable—of course everyone adores her.”

It’s just her fate is cruel. She had to endure such absurd circumstances before finding true love and the happiness she deserved.

On the plane, Shen Ruofei fell into a long, deep sleep. When she woke up, over twelve hours had passed.

She removed her blindfold and mumbled sleepily, “Are we there yet?” Xia Wu, sitting beside her, closed her laptop. “We’ll land in half an hour.”

“Okay.”

Not enough sleep gives you a headache; too much sleep makes you dizzy.

When Shen Ruofei went to the restroom to freshen up, she leaned against the sink, swaying slightly.

She splashed cold water on her face, which helped a little, but her vision remained blurred.

Xia Wu had come over at some point. She stood behind Shen Ruofei, gently supporting her waist to keep her upright. “After sleeping so long without eating, you’re bound to feel dizzy. Should we eat on the plane or wait until we get to the hotel?”

Xia Wu had originally planned to wait for Shen Ruofei to wake up naturally before ordering food, but who could have guessed she’d sleep for so long?

Crystal droplets of water still clung to Shen Ruofei’s cheeks, gathering at her chin and dripping down.

“I’m not hungry. I had another ridiculous dream, and I still feel sick.”

Xia Wu patted her back. “Don’t dwell on it. I’ll have someone send over some congee. At least try a few sips.”

Shen Ruofei remained silent, but Xia Wu knew this meant tacit agreement.

Seeing Shen Ruofei’s downcast head and gloomy silence, Xia Wu picked up a towel and wiped her face, then helped her sit back down.

Noticing Shen Ruofei’s pallid complexion, Shen Hong asked if she felt unwell and suggested going straight to the hospital.

“Even though my headaches have been chronic, I’m not that weak,” Shen Ruofei replied. “I just feel uncomfortable after sleeping too long. There’s no need to take me to the hospital. Yan Jin and I planned to go to a pool party, and she’s already prepared everything. Just drop me off there.”

Xia Wu couldn’t contain her frustration this time. Frowning, she snapped, “Are you out of your mind? You’re in this state and still won’t rest?”

Shen Hong had initially intended to persuade Shen Ruofei to wait until she felt better before going out. But seeing Xia Wu’s fury, she wisely chose to stay silent and avoid the confrontation.

Shen Ruofei seemed amused by Xia Wu’s furious expression. “I came here specifically to have fun, remember?”

Shen Ruofei’s casual disregard for her own well-being irritated Xia Wu, her gaze stormy with displeasure.

With so many people around, Xia Wu couldn’t push things too far. She narrowed her eyes and said sternly to Shen Ruofei, “Go back to the hotel today. You can visit the site tomorrow.”

Shen Ruofei sensed the threat in Xia Wu’s expression. She blinked, deciding not to provoke her further. “Alright, since you put it that way, how can I refuse?”

Xia Wu usually maintained a detached demeanor, so it was rare to see her emotions so openly displayed. By giving Shen Ruofei an out, Xia Wu allowed her to gracefully back down, avoiding awkwardness for both.

When they returned to the hotel, Xia Wu escorted Shen Ruofei to her room.

Worried that the earlier tension on the plane might lead to an argument, Shen Hong had someone follow them with their luggage.

“Leave the luggage outside. President Xia and I have something to discuss.”

Before the bodyguards could react, Shen Ruofei had already pulled Xia Wu into the room.

The windows were tightly shut, the room dimly lit. Shen Ruofei trapped Xia Wu in a corner, leaving her no escape.

Even in the darkness, Xia Wu seemed to sense Shen Ruofei’s gaze. She asked what Shen Ruofei wanted to say.

Warm breaths brushed against Xia Wu’s neck, making her turn her head as if uncomfortable with the closeness. “Shen Ruofei, stop…”

“President Xia, can’t you spare me some dignity in the future? I’ll listen to whatever you say, okay?”

Shen Ruofei softened her tone, and Xia Wu’s furrowed brow relaxed slightly.

“Dignity is earned, not given. If you’d stop that ridiculous behavior of yours, I wouldn’t have to nag at you like a mother.”

“You’ve really mastered Aunt Hong’s essence.”

Shen Ruofei took a few steps back, turning on the hotel room light. She turned and saw Xia Wu leaning against the wall, her gaze somewhat vacant.

It was noon in Country A. The sky had looked gloomy when they landed, and now a light rain pattered against the window.

Xia Wu hadn’t rested much on the flight. This trip with Shen Hong wasn’t just for inspecting Shen Family projects; she also had many personal matters to attend to.

Even before returning to develop her business in China, Xia Wu had wielded considerable influence abroad. She preferred to stay in the shadows, maintaining her connections overseas even as she expanded her operations domestically.

When she first returned, her plan was to avenge her family and then leave. OmniTech was merely a stepping stone.

After eliminating her enemies one by one, Xia Wu had considered paying the penalty to terminate her contract with OmniTech.

She felt no attachment to Baijin City and had planned to leave after settling her score to pursue her own ambitions.

But Shen Ruofei’s name kept surfacing in her world—some outrageous act today, helping a friend beat someone up tomorrow.

Though she was the Family Head of the Shen Corporation, she lived like a petty thug.

Xia Wu’s plan had slightly changed due to Shen Ruofei. She had used Fang Yu, whom Shen Ruofei cared deeply about, to gain entry to the Shen household, only to discover that the family seemed to have prepared a trap. Whoever entered would find it nearly impossible to escape.

Surviving within the Shen household was no easy feat, even for someone as meticulous and careful as Xia Wu. She would occasionally feel overwhelmed.

On the plane, Xia Wu had meticulously planned her tasks in Country A and even held several virtual meetings. Now that she had landed, she couldn’t hide her exhaustion.

Shen Ruofei didn’t argue with Xia Wu this time. She took Xia Wu by the wrist and led her to the bed. “Get some rest here. I’ll grab something to eat in the dining room, okay?”

Xia Wu sank back onto the bed and sighed softly. “Miss Shen, you won’t blame me for usurping your place like a cuckoo in a warbler’s nest, will you?”

“You’ve devoted yourself completely to the Shen family and constantly worried about my well-being. I’m touched beyond words. Now, go to sleep. I won’t disturb you.”

In a rare display of tenderness, Shen Ruofei gently tucked the blanket around Xia Wu.

*****

Outside, the bodyguards had their ears pressed against the door, anticipating a heated argument. But when Shen Ruofei opened the door, she simply brought in her luggage and said Xia Wu was sleeping, so she was going to grab something to eat.

Shen Ruofei’s bodyguards subtly sighed in relief. One of them even took out his phone to text Shen Hong, assuring her that the two hadn’t come to blows and were getting along amicably.

Shen Hong finally relaxed.

This trip abroad with Xia Wu wasn’t just about setting traps at home and waiting for their prey to walk right in; it was also an opportunity to gauge Xia Wu’s influence overseas.

Sometimes having an ally was clearly better than having an enemy.

Xia Wu had offered to help Shen Hong investigate the mastermind behind Shen Ruofei’s car accident. After reaching an agreement, Shen Hong shared some of her findings with Xia Wu.

For instance, the vehicle involved in Shen Ruofei’s accident wasn’t just a brand under Shen Zhizhi’s uncle’s company; the company itself had financial ties to a foreign project involving the Shen family.

Over the years, the Shen family had turned a blind eye to their subordinates’ misdeeds, as long as they didn’t threaten the core interests of the Shen Corporation.

But this time, the mastermind wanted Shen Ruofei dead.

Shen Qiyan was merely a pawn pushed forward to take the blame.

Therefore, Shen Hong was determined to uncover who was manipulating Shen Zhizhi’s family to murder Shen Ruofei.

Shen Ruofei claimed to be “completely unaware” of what Shen Hong and Xia Wu were planning during their trip abroad. After recovering from jet lag, she prepared to head to X Island to meet up with Yan Jin and embark on her “joyous party journey.”

Even overseas, Shen Ruofei couldn’t let her guard down. Shen Hong insisted on sending a team of bodyguards to protect her, but Shen Ruofei refused, saying, “There’s no need for that many. Just send two skilled ones.”

Shen Hong clearly wasn’t reassured. Watching Shen Ruofei drive away without a backward glance, she looked utterly troubled.

Xia Wu, standing beside her, offered some comfort: “I’ve arranged for men to keep watch over the Family Head. Don’t worry.”

The mercenaries she dispatched were battle-hardened professionals, more than capable of protecting Shen Ruofei.

Yan Jin’s party had already been in full swing for two or three days. This time, she’d brought a large group of Omegas from the mainland, even chartering a private jet for them.

When the Omegas learned that Shen Ruofei was coming, they were overjoyed, each one carefully selecting their most beautiful swimsuits to welcome her.

Shen Ruofei arrived at Yan Jin’s seaside villa just as the sun was setting.

Unlike the gloomy skies of L City, the sun here blazed with a drunken, orange glow, gradually fading as the sky darkened, leaving only a fragmented halo of golden light.

When Shen Ruofei appeared in the villa’s backyard, the crowd erupted in cheers.

Yan Jin, seated among the Omegas and sipping her drink, noticed Shen Ruofei seemed particularly delighted. Holding her glass, she approached with a beaming smile and asked, “After being bedridden for so long, how did you manage to lose weight?”

“Really? Why not compliment me on how fit I am instead?”

Female Alphas aren’t as brawny as their male counterparts, but they still tend to be taller and more imposing than ordinary Betas and Omegas.

Shen Ruofei, with her long limbs, had once carried a few extra pounds from her laid-back lifestyle. But after her car accident, her recovery at home wasn’t just about rest. Though she still spent plenty of time lounging, she’d also started exercising regularly.

This transformation was evident when she arrived wearing a pale green silk tank top, instantly drawing the attention of all the Omegas present.

The Alpha’s firm, fair skin was highlighted by the two thin straps that extended from her chest to her back. The silk, draping smoothly against her skin, revealed expanses of snow-white expanse across her chest and back.

While others were dressed in swimsuits for a pool party, she looked like she’d come to a pajama party.

Clearly, Shen Ruofei had no intention of getting in the water.

Sinking deeper into the plush sofa, she chuckled softly at Yan Jin. “Aiya, I barely managed to escape my routine for some fun. Today, I’m just here to drink. As for which lucky star will take the plunge… shall we play a little candy game?”

Shen Ruofei was a seasoned veteran of the pleasure trade, playing games with unrestrained abandon and spending money like water. No sooner had she spoken than a crowd of Omegas swarmed around her, trying to press themselves against her.

Yan Jin asked if she wanted to call some Alphas over. She assured Shen Ruofei that she could keep the party going however she wanted.

“Sure,” Shen Ruofei replied, seemingly open to anything.

A male Omega crept up and kissed the back of her foot.

Shen Ruofei glanced at him, then kicked his shoulder with a faint smile. “You? Go jump in the pool first.”

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