Transmigrated Into a Scumbag Alpha In a Melodramatic Novel and Been Targeted by My Love Rival - Chapter 5

Shen Ruofei stared at Xia Wu’s message for a full minute.

She picked up the files Shen Hong had collected, intending to review them again, when Xia Wu called her.

“Hello, Miss Shen.”

“What’s this? You were so affectionate in your text, calling me ‘Advisor Shen’ this and ‘Advisor Shen’ that, but now you’re suddenly ‘Miss Shen’? So formal? How am I supposed to believe you’ll show me your true self if you can’t even accept this level of familiarity? Tsk, I wonder if Xiao Yu would accept you at all.”

“I’d like to schedule a meeting. These things are best discussed face-to-face, don’t you agree?”

“So urgent? That only piques my curiosity further. Feel free to visit the Shen Family Manor anytime. The gates will always be open for you.”

“Alright, I’ll come by this afternoon.”

After hanging up with Xia Wu, Shen Ruofei rubbed her forehead.

She had a nagging feeling that something wasn’t quite right.

At the end of the document, Shen Hong offered her assessment of Xia Wu.

Xia Wu excelled at operating from the shadows. She preferred to meticulously orchestrate every detail before luring her prey into her trap. No one could escape her grasp unless she chose to spare them.

Though her reputation within the industry was poor, to outsiders, she was the epitome of a cold, aloof, and ambitious CEO—a ruthless, decisive, and ambitious leader.

Her striking beauty was highly deceptive.

If she truly felt an overwhelming infatuation with Fang Yu, she would undoubtedly use her signature methods to ensnare Fang Yu in the emotional trap she had woven.

But Xia Wu didn’t.

Her eagerness in pursuing Fang Yu was too palpable.

So what exactly about Fang Yu was so alluring to this powerful CEO?

Or was it simply a case of instant infatuation, a reckless impulse that drowned out all rational thought?

Fang Yu and Xia Wu had first met six months prior.

At the time, Fang Yu had just embarked on a groundbreaking research project—a bold innovation that, if successful, could secure her a lasting legacy in the academic world.

Her scientific rivals viewed Fang Yu as a thorn in their side, deeply resenting her exceptional talent and relentless drive.

The family of one such rival, eager to teach Fang Yu a lesson, resorted to the idiotic scheme of kidnapping.

The kidnappers intended to feed Fang Yu something that would completely ruin her body and mind, ensuring she could never shine in the scientific community and obstruct others’ paths.

At that time, Xia Wu happened to be inspecting a plot of land scheduled for government auction. The abandoned factory on the site needed to be completely demolished and redeveloped, and she wanted to assess the site conditions to determine its value.

Unexpectedly, she encountered the kidnapped Fang Yu.

After calling the police, she heard the kidnappers’ voices speaking to Fang Yu from a corner behind the factory.

The victim was an Omega, and her captors planned to defile her in the most vulgar way, even claiming they would mark her and impregnate her internally.

The Omega’s sobs were heart-wrenching. Gritting her teeth, she swore that Shen Ruofei would never forgive those who dared to harm her today. Yet this only seemed to excite the kidnappers further.

“Shen Ruofei? That useless new head of the Shen family? You’re her Omega? Doesn’t that make this even sweeter? Hm?”

Just as the Alphas were about to inject drugs into the Omega, Xia Wu grabbed a thick steel pipe from the ground and strode forward.

Her attack was brutally efficient. By the time the police arrived, the three kidnappers were tied up with the ropes they had used to bind Fang Yu. Their faces were swollen like pig snouts, and blood dripped from their lips.

Compared to the others, Xia Wu remained pristine and untouched, save for her palms, which were grazed by pebbles and dust on the steel pipe during the struggle. Otherwise, she emerged unscathed.

Fang Yu continued to tremble, still shaken by the ordeal. Draped in Xia Wu’s gray suit jacket, she thanked her rescuer. “No need to thank me,” Xia Wu replied. “Just be more careful in the future. I heard those men say you’re a researcher—someone of great value to society. Make sure you protect yourself.”

“Okay…”

Fang Yu had once refused Shen Ruofei’s offer to assign bodyguards to protect her, not wanting to trouble her benefactor and convinced she was in no real danger. After that incident, Fang Yu’s research rival was imprisoned for conspiracy to kidnap, and Shen Ruofei doubled down on her security detail. Xia Wu, meanwhile, solidified her position by saving Fang Yu.

At two in the afternoon, Shen Ruofei sat on the lawn in the rear courtyard of the Shen Family Manor, drowsy from overeating.

Nanny Qi, insisting that she needed to eat heartily to recover from her hospital stay, had practically force-fed her. Now Shen Ruofei felt stuffed.

So much for “eating to recover,” she thought. More like eating to gain ten pounds.

The rear courtyard of the Shen Family Manor offered a vast view. Swans floated on the lake, and beyond stretched a lush expanse of lawn—large enough for golf if Shen Ruofei so desired.

Yet at that moment, she felt utterly drained.

A cup of floral tea sat on the table. Shen Ruofei had taken only a sip before setting it down, and it had long since gone cold.

Xia Wu arrived with a thin blanket. Seeing Shen Ruofei leaning back in her chair, eyes half-closed as if about to fall asleep, she quietly spread the blanket over her. But as she stood up, she noticed Shen Ruofei’s eyes were already open, though her gaze remained unfocused.

The newly awakened Alpha exuded a languid energy, like a lion after a nap. Xia Wu simply watched her, silently taking a seat in the nearby chair.

“My assistant mentioned that the wind would pick up this afternoon, and staying out too long could lead to a cold. She asked me to bring this blanket along.”

Xia Wu’s voice was magnetic, carrying a hint of her innate coolness.

Shen Ruofei studied her.

The Alpha before her was strikingly alluring. Her long black hair cascaded down to her chest, her long legs were encased in dark gray trousers, and her polished high heels gleamed with an almost otherworldly cleanliness.

Her skin was cool-toned and pale, the faint blue meridians visible on her slender neck. Her eyes, with their slightly upturned corners, exuded not fox-like charm but a commanding presence.

Behind her half-rimmed glasses, her gray eyes resembled cold, metallic surfaces. Even under the sunlight, they showed no warmth, like a frost-covered blade—cold, ruthless, and resolute.

Shen Ruofei stroked the soft blanket draped over her, a curious smile playing on her lips. “President Xia, you’re like a ghost—walking without a sound.”

Xia Wu glanced up slightly and chuckled softly. “It seems I’ve disturbed Miss Shen’s afternoon rest.”

Shen Ruofei sat up and yawned as a servant brought over two fresh cups of tea and removed the cold tea from earlier. Xia Wu picked up her teacup and took a sip, her slender fingers bending gracefully like bamboo stalks.

Tsk, her hands are just as long and fair as her face—unbearably beautiful.

From the moment Xia Wu appeared, Shen Ruofei had been admiring her beauty. This type of icy, aloof beauty was exactly her type.

If she hadn’t known she might offend Xia Wu, Shen Ruofei would have stripped away her facade and made a move.

“Miss Shen, you’ve been staring at me since I arrived. Are you curious?” Xia Wu put down her teacup, her gaze unexpectedly warm and a faint smile on her face.

“Hmm, I’d like to hear President Xia talk about the real you. Is it the person I see now, or the one you’ll describe later?”

“Miss Shen, you’re treating me like a story.”

“You came here of your own accord. I didn’t force you.”

“Of course.”

Xia Wu lowered her gaze, removed her glasses, and neatly folded them on the table.

She looked at Shen Ruofei again.

Shen Ruofei could actually see a hint of stubborn madness in Xia Wu’s calm, cold eyes.

“In the eyes of my peers, I’m a relentless devil who won’t stop until I achieve my goals. As long as something is within the rules, I’ll push it to the absolute limit. I have no family; my parents passed away when I was four, and as for others, they probably wouldn’t want to get close to me anyway. I have quite a few friends who often consult me on various matters. Each time, I receive their heartfelt gratitude, which strengthens our bonds. I’ve never had a lover, nor have I ever loved anyone, so I don’t know how to love. Advisor Shen, could you teach me?”

Anyone who didn’t know better might think this was a self-introduction for a matchmaking service.

Shen Ruofei rested her chin in her hand, her expression meaningful.

Love-inept, she thought.

Better not to ruin that sweet Omega’s chances. You should just go yourself.

Of course, Shen Ruofei wouldn’t dare say such things outright. Instead, she asked, “What did you do to pursue Fang Yu in the past?”

“I took her out to dinner, gave her gifts, and sent her flowers.”

“Hmm… cliché and simple methods.”

“I originally thought that if I was willing to invest enough time and patience, she would eventually belong to me. I just didn’t realize there were so many other Alphas chasing after her besides me.”

She’s the heroine, after all. All the heroine wants is world peace and no fighting. Who could have imagined these Alphas would be so tactless, refusing to back down and let her have her way?

Shen Ruofei’s drowsiness vanished completely. She asked Xia Wu earnestly, “Have you considered that Xiao Yu has so many outstanding Alphas around her? If your pursuit fails, what do you plan to do?”

“What do I plan to do?” A faint smile appeared on Xia Wu’s face. “That’s your fault for teaching me so poorly.”

“……”

Instead of wasting energy on self-doubt, you’d rather drive others crazy, huh?!

Shen Ruofei took a deep breath to calm herself, summoning all her patience to advise gently, “Then I need to correct your attitude first. When you like someone, you should focus on the joy of cherishing her, not obsessing over whether you can possess her. Do you understand?”

“I just feel… I can’t let her off that easily.”

Shen Ruofei: “……” Do you have any idea how terrifying that sounds?!

Seeing Shen Ruofei’s exasperated expression, Xia Wu seemed to have an epiphany, her face lighting up with sudden understanding. “You mean I should set aside my own gain or loss, do my utmost to treat her well, and find happiness in seeing her smile? That’s more important than anything, right?”

“Exactly!”

With this mindset, even being kicked out of the heroine’s story wouldn’t be too painful.

This is the essential lesson for every backup character!

Xia Wu nodded, as if she had truly gained much from Shen Ruofei’s advice.

Shen Ruofei took a sip of tea, calmed down slightly, and her expression finally returned to normal.

“My advice to you is this: First, show her your best side. Once her fondness for you has deepened, you can reveal your true self to her, just as you did today. I believe Xiao Yu’s capacity for acceptance isn’t as limited as you think.”

If the heroine can tolerate even “Shen Ruofei,” then after learning about Xia Wu’s wildly obsessive nature, she should…

…reject her decisively and without hesitation.

It’s not my fault I’m being forced to do this immoral thing. Blame the System for demanding I accelerate the process to get the heroine together with her official partner.

Having received Shen Ruofei’s advice, Xia Wu sincerely thanked her.

Shen Ruofei waved her hand dismissively. “It’s nothing. I only wish for Xiao Yu’s happiness. Nothing more.”

“I never realized how much a car accident could change a person.”

“Huh?”

“Don’t worry about it. Take care and continue your rest. I won’t disturb you anymore. See you later.”

Xia Wu came and went quickly. After picking up her glasses from the table and putting them on, she stood up and left.

Like a gust of wind, she vanished in an instant.

Shen Ruofei yawned, rearranged her thin blanket, and drifted back to sleep almost immediately.

Xia Wu’s visit today wasn’t solely to seek Shen Ruofei’s advice on how to pursue someone.

Upon learning that Xia Wu had come to the Shen residence, Shen Hong rushed home urgently to meet her.

Xia Wu’s schedule was notoriously busy, her free time scarce. Scheduling a meeting with her was no easy feat.

In the Shen family’s greenhouse, Xia Wu, escorted by a servant, greeted Shen Hong with a polite smile.

“President Xia, it’s rare to see you. Please, have a seat.”

“I’ve already spent quite some time with Miss Shen, enjoying a delightful cup of fragrant tea. I’m grateful for her hospitality. However, I have a company meeting to attend and won’t be able to stay long. Please get straight to the point.”

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