Chapter 23: The Dumbest Person

In the increasingly oppressive irritation of Chi Han, a reply finally came from the other side: [Results will be out tomorrow.]

A cold wind blew, and Qin Wen slightly shrank his neck. Chi Han wasn’t sure if it was just his imagination, but Qin Wen’s face seemed to turn pale instantly. “Forget it, let’s go back?” Chi Han suggested, “It’s just these things, buy whatever you like.”

“I just like this one.” Qin Wen put the unfinished roasted sweet potato into his pocket, then reached back for the string of the helium balloon, smiling at Chi Han.

Chi Han felt an inexplicable heartache, even though Qin Wen seemed to have had a great time today.

Qin Wen also wanted to go back. Recently, his lower abdomen had been aching, making him feel weak. Walking was fine, but as soon as he got into the car, he quickly fell into a daze, especially with Chi Han turning up the heat. When he awoke from the haze, he found himself in the hotel bedroom, having been carried up by Chi Han.

“I…” Qin Wen was a bit at a loss.

“It’s okay, you sleep.” Chi Han’s expression was calm, giving an inexplicable sense of reassurance. “I’ve booked a flight for tomorrow morning.”

Qin Wen let Chi Han take off his glasses, suddenly realizing that things were becoming clearer… Wasn’t it said that these aftereffects had a high chance of not recovering?

The little white furball voluntarily burrowed into the blanket, and Qin Wen almost unconsciously turned over and hugged it. Chi Han found it amusing, but quickly became serious. He carefully read through the symptoms of “pheromone disorder” online. This illness, in essence, causes an Omega’s mental breakdown, with most reactions being intense. However, there were almost no cases like Qin Wen’s, who was so sleepy. Recalling the scene when Qin Wen first mentioned “pheromone disorder,” the chaos became clear, and Chi Han increasingly felt that Qin Wen was hiding something.

Dinner was Chi Han coaxing Qin Wen to eat a little. The person who used to have some flesh on his shoulders now felt bony, making Chi Han increasingly uneasy.

After sleeping for a night and half a day, Qin Wen still looked listless when he woke up the next day. The mark on his gland was fading at an alarming rate. Chi Han maintained a calm facade, giving Qin Wen some pheromones before leaving to ensure he wouldn’t feel too uncomfortable on the plane.

Qin Wen slept through the flight, his face pale and thin, half-exposed from the blanket. Chi Han clutched his phone tightly, never having felt time drag on so long. He had urged once more before boarding, and the other side promised results within two hours, which should coincide with their arrival in Mo City.

Forty minutes before landing, Qin Wen woke up, feeling a bit nauseous. With Chi Han’s help, he stood up and went straight to the restroom, vomiting most of the porridge he had eaten in the morning, but it wasn’t severe. He felt better after throwing up.

Coming out, he bumped into someone who quickly helped him. The pheromone was similar to a tea scent, strong and unmistakably Alpha.

It wasn’t unpleasant, even considered quite popular, but Qin Wen now disliked any Alpha pheromones other than Chi Han’s. He immediately stepped back, followed by a delighted voice above him: “Senior?”

Qin Wen looked up and saw a somewhat familiar face.

The hazy memory gradually cleared up. Qin Wen remembered; it was a junior from the same department. He had welcomed him when he first entered the school. His name was Lin Sixue, with distinct features and a sunny disposition, a very popular Alpha. During university, he was constantly pursued, and later, he reportedly got together with an Omega from a neighboring department.

“Lin Sixue?” Qin Wen asked tentatively.

“It’s me! It’s me!” Lin Sixue’s eyes lit up. “Senior, you still remember me!”

“Of course, my memory isn’t that bad.” Qin Wen forced a smile.

“Are you feeling unwell, Senior?” Lin Sixue examined Qin Wen’s complexion, reaching out with concern, only for Qin Wen to immediately step back, clearly rejecting him.

Lin Sixue’s smile froze, and his aura suddenly darkened. The Alpha’s sharp instincts made him turn around abruptly, only to see an exceptionally handsome man approaching slowly.

Chi Han had arrived when Lin Sixue said, “Senior, you still remember me.” Alphas understand Alphas. They are strong creatures favored by the heavens, fiercely protective of their territory and possessions. Any slight encroachment can trigger their vigilance. This man had intentions towards Qin Wen, Chi Han was sure, but unfortunately… Qin Wen’s retreat indicated that he had no interest in this person beyond recognition.

Chi Han was very satisfied.

“Feeling better?” Chi Han slowly, even with a hint of flaunting and warning, pulled Qin Wen into his arms. The scent of snow pine gradually spread, a salvation for Qin Wen but a danger for Lin Sixue.

Lin Sixue instantly realized this Alpha was far superior to him. He didn’t want to succumb to the suppression between Alphas, but a casual glance from Chi Han made him unconsciously avoid eye contact. In this brief confrontation, Lin Sixue was utterly defeated, a rare experience of humiliation in his life.

“This is my junior.” Qin Wen was unaware of this, his senses seemingly muffled by something, barely holding onto a thread of sanity.

Chi Han, with a mix of firmness and grace, extended his hand: “Chi Han.”

Chi Han?! Although Lin Sixue came from a modest family, his genes ensured he moved in circles that weren’t too low. As nature dictates, Lin Sixue’s career flourished after graduation, and he had certainly heard of Chi Han’s name.

“Lin, Lin Sixue.” He hastily extended his hand.

Qin Wen lifted his eyelids, puzzled as to why Chi Han suddenly targeted this person. Did they have a past conflict?

“My lover’s junior.” Chi Han’s voice was steady. “His department isn’t easy to get into. It seems you’re all smart people. Let’s have a meal together sometime.” The words carried a deep meaning.

Lin Sixue nodded: “Okay.”

Chi Han gave a slight nod, seeing Qin Wen feeling unwell again, he immediately took him back to his seat.

Chi Han pressed the do-not-disturb button, then faced Qin Wen, removing the gland patch to reveal a patch of redness and swelling, frowning deeply: “Allergic?”

The gland is an extremely delicate area on an Omega’s body, and prolonged use of patches can indeed cause redness and allergic reactions.

“Mm.” Qin Wen responded. He had felt the gland itching for a while, but having just passed his heat, his body was extremely unstable, so he had to keep it on.

Chi Han’s face turned cold: “Why didn’t you say anything?”

Qin Wen remained silent, resting his head on Chi Han’s shoulder, and after a long pause, he hoarsely said: “I want…”

Chi Han lowered his head at the words, biting down without marking, then instantly injected a strong dose of pheromones. It was too stimulating, and Qin Wen let out a muffled groan, his eyes reddening as he leaned back, only to be held by the waist.

Ten minutes later, Qin Wen was panting heavily. Though his body felt weak, his spirits gradually lifted.

What exactly was it… Clearly, after marking, the situation should improve, but in reality, it was dissipating faster and faster, as if something inside was voraciously devouring not only his pheromones but also Qin Wen’s vitality. For an Omega, life-saving pheromones had become a mere palliative. The last few seconds before the plane landed were pure torture for Chi Han.

As soon as they landed, Chi Han turned on his phone. Qin Wen noticed but assumed he was busy with work and didn’t think much of it.

“Awake now.” Qin Wen reached out to Chi Han: “Let me carry one of the suitcases.”

Chi Han was somewhat absent-minded, yet didn’t show it on his face. Hearing this, he actually handed him a small one. Qin Wen walked ahead, and Mo City was sunny today, the sunlight casting a faint halo around him.

A message came through: [Isn’t it, do you have someone else outside?]

Chi Han’s patience was instantly exhausted. He suppressed his anger and typed forcefully: [The results, if you can’t speak properly, don’t speak at all in the future.]

The other party, likely holding the phone, sensed the unusual tone through this message and quickly replied: [Apilos-4, used as an auxiliary medication for unstable fetuses with various adverse reactions in the first three months of pregnancy, simply put, for fetal protection.]

Chi Han: …

The entire world fell silent in an instant. Chi Han felt a bit dizzy, staring intently at the words on the phone screen as if he couldn’t comprehend them. In his memory, he had seen Qin Wen take this medicine no less than three times. If it was just a simple vitamin, why tear off the label?

The fog in his mind cleared, and he finally grasped the thread, discovering it was tied to a scarred person.

In other words… Qin Wen was pregnant?

Whose child? Chi Han asked himself, followed by a sharp pain in his head. The flashing images became clearer, over four months ago, a night of drunkenness… Chi Han’s pupils suddenly contracted into a line, it wasn’t an illusion!

That night with Qin Wen, they clearly…

For the first time, Chi Han’s brain completely shut down. He had to exert all his strength to remain calm.

Whose child? It could only be his. Qin Wen had never had any other Alpha’s pheromones, or rather, besides him, Qin Wen wouldn’t accept anyone else. This certainty carried the confidence of being favored, indulged since marrying Qin Wen until now. Heaven finally struck down with a hammer, shattering Chi Han’s prideful calm arrogance.

He stood in the warm sun, watching Qin Wen walk further away with the suitcase, a myriad of emotions swirling within, wishing he could tear his chest apart.

What had he done…

Qin Wen noticed Chi Han hadn’t followed and turned around in confusion, seeing him standing there dazed: “Chi Han?”

The storm in Chi Han’s heart subsided with that call, and he quietly watched Qin Wen, clearly hearing the sound of his heart bleeding. Those three years of silent time had condensed into a mint leaf connected to his heart, now tearing it brought sweeping regret and sorrow, yet he had no right to voice it.

Qin Wen couldn’t see the turmoil in Chi Han’s heart. He just saw the man finally come to his senses, striding towards him, and then standing firmly, clearly saying: “Qin Wen, you’re the dumbest person I’ve ever met in my life!” with a hint of gritted teeth.

Qin Wen: “???” Why the sudden personal attack?

Chi Han forcibly took the luggage from Qin Wen’s hands, not letting him carry anything, and finally said softly: “Let’s go home.”