Chapter 17: I’ll Be Right There

It was still early, and Qin Wen continued playing his game on the sofa. After tidying up the kitchen, Chi Han called the property management, acting like the man of the house, and insisted they come over before their shift ended to connect the TV network.

“Nine o’clock is when they get off work, and the homeowner is like a god,” he thought. With today’s advanced technology, it’s just a matter of connecting a few wires if you have the money.

The property management sent over a representative, an Alpha. When he saw Qin Wen nestled on the sofa, he paused for a moment. Chi Han instantly caught this reaction. His face remained calm, but there was a hint of coldness as he asked, “Do you know my Omega?” He emphasized “my,” though Qin Wen didn’t quite catch it. The representative, however, sensed a bit of jealousy and quickly explained, “I’ve seen him. I also live in this neighborhood. About half a month ago, I saw him sitting alone by the garden during my morning runs for several days. He didn’t look well, so I remembered him.”

The representative had even asked Qin Wen if he needed help, but was met with refusals. The unforgettable minty scent made him pay extra attention, not expecting that Qin Wen had an Alpha. Well, it made sense, given how handsome and refined he looked.

During that time, the doctor had advised Qin Wen to exercise more because his test results showed low activity of a certain hormone. Qin Wen had gone out early for a few days, but was tormented by recurring low blood pressure and acid reflux, making even a few steps feel exhausting.

Once the installation was complete, the property management left. Chi Han scanned the living room, feeling that nothing was missing for now.

“You…” Qin Wen looked up at him. “It’s getting late.”

There was a subtle hint of wanting him to leave.

Chi Han couldn’t help but think of the past three years when Qin Wen would always greet him with a smile whenever he came home. He silently lamented: self-inflicted.

Chi Han picked up the clothes on the sofa, draped them over his arm, and took his phone, reminding, “Don’t open the door for anyone at night unless you know them.”

It was like taking care of a child, Qin Wen thought, but he nodded, “Okay, I got it.”

Society’s protection of Omegas was almost harsh because there were still many who tried to use genetic advantages to harm these fragile beings. If a malicious stranger Alpha got to them, it would be extremely cruel for an Omega. However, Qin Wen didn’t see himself as an ordinary Omega.

Chi Han signaled Qin Wen to come closer. The man’s expression was serious, as if there was something important. Besides, Qin Wen had almost no resistance to Chi Han. He moved slightly forward, and then the man’s warm palm covered his gland, placing something in his hand. Qin Wen looked down; it was the most expensive gland patch on the market, capable of blocking pheromone leakage.

This was very useful for Qin Wen, whose pheromones were extremely unstable. The gland patches from nearby hospitals had poor ingredients, unsuitable for pregnant individuals. But the one Chi Han gave was excellent, made from natural ingredients, and required an appointment to purchase.

Qin Wen’s appointment was three months away, and Qin Yaosheng wouldn’t give him any special privileges. For Chi Han, it was just a matter of saying the word.

“Thank you.” Qin Wen felt warmth in his palm, his long-ignored heart beating fiercely.

“Use it when you go out,” Chi Han said in a deep voice. “Let me know when you run out.”

Qin Wen didn’t dare look at him, “Okay.”

Chi Han knew how to tease just right, not daring to push too hard. Finally, he said, “Call me if anything happens. I’ll answer when I see it.” That’s the good thing about a top-level Alpha, they learn quickly.

With Chi Han’s pheromone protection, the next two days were relatively easy for Qin Wen. Although he still experienced frequent morning sickness, his test results improved significantly. The same doctor, looking at Qin Wen’s report, was surprised, “You…” He initially wanted to ask if Qin Wen had accepted a new Alpha, but then thought it impossible. Qin Wen’s ex-husband was very powerful, and finding an Alpha who could suppress his pheromones was like finding a needle in a haystack. The most likely scenario was that they had reconciled…

The doctor didn’t approve of an Omega accepting an Alpha who had once abandoned him during pregnancy, but Qin Wen’s situation left no choice. The safety of the child and the mother was paramount.

Seeing the “normal development” note in the child’s section made Qin Wen feel it was all worth it. He bought groceries and went home, constantly wondering what Chi Han was doing. Two whole days without a single message—had he lost interest?

Omegas tend to overthink. Qin Wen absentmindedly returned home, and as soon as he entered, the phone rang urgently. Seeing the caller ID, he had a bad feeling—it was Qin Shu.

Like father, like son. Qin Yaosheng’s attitude towards Qin Wen was something Qin Shu had been exposed to since childhood. He had no gratitude for his constantly giving brother, always speaking in a commanding tone.

Sure enough, as soon as the call connected, Qin Shu’s mocking voice came through, “Throwing a tantrum? Not going to the company? Do you think this will make Dad and me uncomfortable?”

It did make them uncomfortable. Although Qin Shu was an Alpha, he was spoiled by Qin Yaosheng and was out of control. At ten years old, he couldn’t help Qin Yaosheng with anything. With Chi Han stepping in, Qin Yaosheng didn’t dare trouble Qin Wen for a while, so he had to handle things himself. But the truth was, under Qin Wen’s efforts, they had all become “useless” living in a greenhouse. Qin Yaosheng was recently overwhelmed with work and rarely showed Qin Shu a good face, scolding him several times. Qin Shu was frustrated, and Qin Wen was the perfect target for venting.

Qin Wen rubbed his temples. Talking to Qin Shu was a waste of energy. He’d let him vent and be done with it.

Unexpectedly, Qin Shu’s next words were, “Open the door and see.”

Qin Wen’s heart skipped a beat, thinking Qin Shu was outside. But when he opened the door, it was a stranger, a strong man. As soon as he saw Qin Wen, he launched a pheromone attack. The unfamiliar pheromones were like sharp needles, causing Qin Wen to stagger and fall at the entrance. In a daze, he heard the man say, “It’s done, young master.”

It was Qin Shu’s doing.

At the same time, Qin Shu’s arrogant laughter echoed through the phone.

The law strictly prohibited pheromone attacks on Omegas, but Qin Shu didn’t care. The attack was brief, leaving no evidence.

Qin Wen struggled to hang up the phone. As soon as he moved, a sharp pain erupted in his abdomen. Panic set in as his vision blurred, unable to see the phone screen. In his panic, he pressed a speed dial, a number set long ago, with only one contact.

It rang once before being answered, like a ray of light piercing through the clouds. Qin Wen called out, “Chi Han!”

“I’m here.” Chi Han sensed something was wrong from Qin Wen’s tone and signaled the driver to turn the car around. “What’s wrong?”

“I…” Qin Wen tried to steady himself. “Can you come over? I…” He didn’t dare say his stomach hurt or that the child might be in trouble.

But Chi Han immediately replied, “I’ll be right there.”

Just that one response was enough for Qin Wen to forgive many things.