When Jiang Shuyi returned to the classroom, most of the break had already passed. 

She glanced around the room.

Wen Yao, who had returned a moment earlier, was sitting at her desk, expressionless, reading a book.

Jiang Shuyi had never seen someone so calm after being marked.

— Truly impressive!

For some reason, Jiang Shuyi deliberately walked past Wen Yao, wanting to see her reaction.

But Wen Yao didn't even lift her head, turning a page of the book in her hands.

—She's actually ignoring me!

Jiang Shuyi widened her eyes in disbelief.

She was curious about what book was so captivating that it made Wen Yao engrossed in it, even when her Alpha, who had just marked her, walked by without a glance.

Of course, she had many unique thoughts beyond that.

For instance, she was older than Wen Yao and thought it wouldn't be too much to take on an elder's authoritative stance and point things out to her.

She silently curled her lips, casting a somewhat disdainful glance at the book in Wen Yao's hands.

However, after just a glance at Wen Yao's book, Jiang Shuyi couldn't help but swallow hard.

— Why can't I understand the words written in that book?

— What language is this?

Feeling embarrassed, Jiang Shuyi took a deep breath, suddenly turned on her heel, and silently returned to her seat.

— What's with reading a foreign language book... trying to show off.

Jiang Shuyi thought indignantly.

If she hadn't known this person before traveling back, she definitely wouldn't want to associate with someone so blatantly trying to show off in class.

Song Jinxi glanced at Jiang Shuyi, who sat down in a huff. "In a bad mood?"

"Nope," Jiang Shuyi turned her head, pretending everything was fine. She didn't want to admit that her mood was affected by Wen Yao. "I'm doing great."

Song Jinxi pulled out a fashion magazine from her desk drawer and casually flipped through it, "Well, how could your mood be bad after just marking an Omega?"

Jiang Shuyi immediately stood up from her seat, the chair squeaking loudly across the classroom.

She looked astonished, "Y-You how did you..."

Song Jinxi leisurely turned a page of the magazine, "That rose scent of Omega on you is quite nice."

Jiang Shuyi looked at Song Jinxi in horror, hugging herself tightly, "..."

Please don't tell me everyone can smell it!

Song Jinxi placed a bottle of spray on her desk. "Use this."

Jiang Shuyi glanced at it, it was a pheromone neutralizer that could mask the scent of her pheromones, "...Thanks."

"It's nothing. it's actually the first time I've known that you have an Omega. You clearly said before that you didn't want anyone except that person." Song Jinxi rested her chin on her hand and yawned.

Jiang Shuyi nearly stumbled in shock. She looked at Song Jinxi, her expression serious. "This was entirely an accident, she's not my Omega!"

Song Jinxi had a knowing look. "I get it, we're all Alphas here."

Jiang Shuyi shook her head weakly.

—No, you don't understand!

---

That evening, Jiang Shuyi returned home with her bag.

Seeing the dark green Bentley parked at the door, she knew Tang Wenzhen was home.

Sure enough, as soon as she opened the door, she saw a pair of white high heels at the entrance.

Tang Wenzhen was back, Jiang Shuyi thought.

Tang Wenzhen was Jiang Shuyi's mother, the head of the development department at Haijiang Group.

She rarely came home, but when she did, she would always argue with the original owner.

Their relationship was so bad that just seeing Tang Wenzhen made the original owner want to smash the door and leave.

Jiang Shuyi quietly put the shoes into the shoe cabinet.

She knew Tang Wenzhen was not someone to mess with, so she thought it best to avoid conflict if possible.

"Jiang Shuyi, don't rush back to your room. Come here."

Before she could even put her shoes away, Tang Wenzhen called out to her.

Her tone was very patient, but there was also a hint of something frightening in it.

Jiang Shuyi turned her head in shock and saw Tang Wenzhen sitting on the living room sofa.

Tang Wenzhen was looking at the company reports, sitting elegantly and poised.

Jiang Shuyi swallowed hard and obediently walked over.

"Mom, why are you back? Aren't you busy at the company?" Jiang Shuyi forced a smile, hoping to soften Tang Wenzhen's expressionless face.

But it was clear that Tang Wenzhen was really angry.

"If I didn't come back, your tail would probably be up in the air."

Tang Wenzhen threw Jiang Shuyi's exam paper onto the coffee table, pressing her fingers against her temples, "Could you explain to me how you got this score?"

"..." Jiang Shuyi glanced at the paper and couldn't help but hiss, turning her head away.

The score was too shocking.

Although Jiang Shuyi had delayed her graduation, she had never scored this poorly before coming here.

Tang Wenzhen crossed her arms and looked at Jiang Shuyi, "When your dad and I aren't home, is this how you study? You score like this on an exam and still skip class? Should I expect to see you at the police station next time I see you?"

"..."

"Jiang Shuyi, I warn you to stay away from those shady people outside." Tang Wenzhen shot her a glance.

"If your grades are bad, at least your attitude should be right! But all you do is cause trouble, what can you do? Without me and your dad, you're really nothing!"

As soon as she said this, the room fell silent.

Jiang Shuyi pressed her lips together.

She had been spoiled growing up and had never heard such harsh criticism of herself. Even if it was about the original owner's actions, being scolded like this was a first for her.

"Are you not going to say anything?" Tang Wenzhen pressed her fingers against her forehead, feeling her words might have been too harsh, but since the original owner had indeed done something wrong, Jiang Shuyi still admitted, "Mom, I'm sorry. Getting angry is bad for your health. If you get too upset, it won't be good for you."

Tang Wenzhen seemed strict but was actually a tough exterior with a gentle interior Omega.

Hearing Jiang Shuyi's words, Tang Wenzhen's expression relaxed a bit, and she lowered her arms, shifting to a more comfortable posture. "...You better not."

Jiang Shuyi nodded vigorously.

After a long silence, Tang Wenzhen added, "Have you been eating on time lately?"

This was her signal for reconciliation.

Jiang Shuyi immediately nodded, "I've been eating on time. How about you?"

"Me too. Now go back to your room," Tang Wenzhen frowned, "This is the last time. If I hear you've skipped class again, just wait for it."

Jiang Shuyi returned to her room and wiped her face.

It was really hard to adjust after coming here.

---

The next day, during lunch break.

Jiang Shuyi and Song Jinxi walked to the school cafeteria. 

Jiang Shuyi glanced at the menu.

The cafeteria at Chengbei School had a very rich menu.

Jiang Shuyi immediately spotted her favorite spicy chicken on the menu.

If it were any other day, she would definitely order two servings, but today she had no appetite. Instead, she was a bit interested in the dessert section at the bottom of the menu.

— Rose Boba Sea Salt Milk Cap.

However, as Jiang Shuyi's gaze lingered on it, she hesitated.

— Is this name really meant to be read out loud?

Here she was, a notorious school bully, and she was supposed to personally order a 'Rose Boba Sea Salt Milk Cap'? How embarrassing would that be if it got out!

Song Jinxi, standing in front of her, had already ordered a meal, "Jiang Shuyi, I'll go grab a seat first."

"Okay." Jiang Shuyi nodded.

Feeling a bit self-conscious, she glanced around before stepping up to the cafeteria lady.

"I'd like a steamed egg, please."

The cafeteria lady noted her order.

"Also, um," Jiang Shuyi cleared her throat, speaking in a hushed tone as if giving a secret signal, "A cup of Rose Boba Sea Salt Milk Cap."

The lady seemed to not have heard clearly, looking at her, "A cup of what?"

"Rose Boba Sea Salt Milk Cap." Jiang Shuyi said quietly and accurately while pointing at the menu.

Only then did the lady seem to understand what she wanted, confirming, "A Rose Boba Sea Salt Milk Cap, right?"

Although the lady looked to be in her forties or fifties, her voice was very lively and strong.

In an instant, the surrounding students turned their curious gazes toward her, whispering about words like 'school bully,' 'boba,' and 'rose,' all of which Jiang Shuyi's overly sensitive ears caught.

Jiang Shuyi felt her throat tighten.

But at this point, she could only grit her teeth and nod, "Yes."

What's wrong with that? Can't a school bully drink a Rose Boba Sea Salt Milk Cap?

Feeling the scrutinizing gazes around her, Jiang Shuyi mentally cursed.

"I'll have a bowl of clear soup noodles."

A cold voice sounded beside Jiang Shuyi.

She felt a sharp scent of roses waft into her nostrils.

Her fingers stiffened, and she cautiously looked at the person next to her.

Wen Yao was standing next to the cafeteria window, looking at Jiang Shuyi but seemingly feeling no need to greet her as she turned her head away.

Was it really necessary? Did she not even want to look at her?

For some reason, Jiang Shuyi felt a bit irritated. "Hey."

Just as she was about to greet Wen Yao, the cafeteria lady brought her meal over.

The lady routinely confirmed, "A Rose Boba Sea Salt Milk Cap, right?"

More students behind her were looking at Jiang Shuyi with warm gazes, some even exclaiming, "She's kind of cute," which made her feel suffocated.

In despair, Jiang Shuyi handed her meal ticket to the aunt and glanced at Wen Yao, who was standing beside her.

Wen Yao, standing upright, looked at Jiang Shuyi's tray with the rose petal-laden rose boba sea salt milk cap after hearing the greeting.

Jiang Shuyi inhaled sharply, her face turning completely red. She explained stiffly, "Although you might think I ordered this for myself, that's not the case."

— It's over, she must think I really like her pheromones.

On the other side, the lady also handed Wen Yao her lunch.

Wen Yao simply shifted her gaze away from the fancy drink, said nothing, and walked away.

"Student, don't doze off, hurry and make room for the next student," the aunt urged.

Jiang Shuyi's shoulders jumped, fearing the lady would say something else, and quickly took her meal and fled the scene.

As she walked away, she sniffled, feeling utterly defeated.

She would never order that ridiculous drink at school again.

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