Chapter 11

Wen Yan quickly thought about how to calm the man down, and soon he spoke up.

“I heard you were going there, so…”

Lin Chuanwu paused his actions, still unwilling to let go of his retreat, and instead turned Wen Yan around so they were face to face.

Lin Chuanwu lowered his head, surveying Wen Yan’s face, “You went because you knew I was going.”

“Uh-huh…”

This answer seemed to satisfy the alpha, and the violent pheromones in the air subsided significantly.

“Missed me that much?”

Lin Chuanwu pinched his chin.

Since they got their marriage certificate, he often came back late at night, and they hadn’t seen much of each other.

Wen Yan didn’t answer, but silence spoke louder than words.

“If you don’t want to be locked up at home, don’t let me catch you at that kind of party again.”

“I understand…” Wen Yan replied softly.

Seeing how obedient he was, Lin Chuanwu’s tone softened a bit, “If you wanted to see me, why didn’t you call?”

“I…”

Lin Chuanwu: “Embarrassed?”

Wen Yan nodded along with his words.

Lin Chuanwu let go of his retreat.

Wen Yan finally had both feet on the ground, feeling a bit less awkward, but then Lin Chuanwu said:

“Take off your clothes.”

Knowing he wanted to smell him, Wen Yan trembled as he unbuttoned his shirt. He only got to the second button before the alpha buried his entire head in, his hot breath hitting Wen Yan’s skin, making his neck involuntarily arch back as he stood firm, suppressing his palpitations.

Wen Yan thought this time it would just be a sniff, but he didn’t expect the man’s head to slowly move downward…

*

“Boss, didn’t sleep well last night?” Chang Jing stared at Wen Yan’s face, which was even paler than usual.

“Uh-huh…”

Thinking about last night, Wen Yan nodded uncomfortably. He reached for the files at the corner of the table, and his clothes accidentally brushed against him, causing a sharp pain. Wen Yan nervously went to the bathroom.

Wen Yan covered his flushed face, regretting going to the party. He didn’t get any information and ended up being devoured all night…

Fortunately, Lin Chuanwu was going on a business trip for a few days, so Wen Yan wouldn’t have to face him. In his spare time, Wen Yan thought about how to pry more information from Liu Ning.

“Boss, something happened!” Liu Ren suddenly exclaimed that afternoon, “Quick, look at the news.”

Wen Yan opened the news link Liu Ren sent. The headline read, “Youngest Son Transfers Assets and Flees, Mingyang Company Faces Bankruptcy.”

Wen Yan quickly skimmed through the news. The incident happened the day after the party. Liu Ning emptied Mingyang Company’s assets and then disappeared.

In family businesses, it’s common for brothers to embezzle, but Wen Yan didn’t expect it to be Liu Ning this time.

With Liu Ning gone, Wen Yan had no way to find out the clues before Wen Shichuan’s death. Moreover, if Mingyang went bankrupt, the recently restarted game “Finding Brother” would have to be shelved again.

Wen Yan called Liu Feng’s secretary.

No one answered.

“What should we do? We finally got the investment, and now this happened.” Liu Ren looked worried, “Can we still continue with the game?”

Yu Qing’s subordinates couldn’t help but gloat, “They didn’t think much of our game, but in the end, they still have to come back and continue.”

“Wen Gong, you should come back. If you don’t, who will protect the omega’s right to dress in the game?”

“Get back to work, all of you,” Yu Qing scolded as he came out of the office.

“Idiots, making sarcastic remarks at a time like this. If the big boss hears, they’ll definitely be fired,” Chang Jing rolled his eyes, “Their brains must be growing in their heads.”

Liu Ren admired Chang Jing’s sharp tongue, giving him a thumbs up.

Wen Yan, looking serious, continued to call Liu Feng’s secretary. After three days, he finally got through.

Wen Yan went to Liu Feng’s house.

After not seeing him for a few days, Liu Feng looked noticeably older, but his spirit was still there.

“You must have seen the news. I was careless. I didn’t expect that bastard to have the guts to empty the company. Now I don’t know where he’s fled to. I’ve already reported it to the police.”

“I’ve been avoiding contact with outsiders because too many people have been blocking me these days,” Liu Feng sighed, “Once we catch him, the company will operate normally, and your game can continue. Don’t worry too much.”

Liu Feng spoke lightly about such a big issue, but Wen Yan was still worried. Even though it had been reported to the police, whether they could catch Liu Ning, how long it would take, and whether the money could be recovered were all concerns.

“Mr. Liu, if you need any help, you can ask me.”

The two of them were now in the same boat, both needing to find Liu Ning.

Liu Feng looked at him and suddenly fell into thought.

He really did want to ask for his help.

“Are you saying I should… pass a message to Lin Chuanwu?” Wen Yan lowered his eyes.

“There’s a hole in the company that needs to be filled. I want to ask Mr. Lin for help, but I’m not familiar with him. I don’t even have his secretary’s number. I noticed you two seem to know each other. Can you help me arrange a meeting with him?”

“He’s… on a business trip recently.”

“On a business trip? I haven’t heard about it. Is it a personal trip? You even know his personal schedule. It seems you two have a good relationship.” Liu Feng showed a hint of joy.

Wen Yan realized he had misspoken. The alpha probably didn’t want others to know about their relationship.

“I’m not very familiar with him, so I probably can’t get him to meet you.”

*

“Mr. Lin, the Minghai development project is progressing normally. Lin Wuyou and Lin Wanfu haven’t dared to make any moves.”

In the speeding car, Lin Chuanwu, who had just returned from a business trip, was biting a cigarette, listening to Qiu Yi’s report.

“While you were away, something else happened,” Qiu Yi hesitated, “Liu Feng’s brother’s son transferred a large amount of Mingyang’s funds, and now he’s missing. Mingyang Company might face bankruptcy.”

“The game Mr. Wen is working on was previously shelved due to lack of funds. Later, Mr. Wen secured investment from Liu Feng at the venture investment conference. It hasn’t been long… and now the game might be shelved again.”

“Get some people to keep an eye on Lin Wanfu,” Lin Chuanwu said in a deep voice.

Liu Ning was close to Lin Wanfu. First, it was Lin Wanfu’s father transferring assets, and then Liu Ning. It’s likely all related to Lin Wanfu.

Qiu Yi immediately understood, “Got it, Mr. Lin.”

“Also, at Lin Wanfu’s birthday party, Mr. Wen forged an invitation to get in. His main target was Liu Ning, and he used some forceful methods to inquire about Haitianyihou.”

Lin Chuanwu’s eyes darkened, “Haitianyihou?”

“Yes.”

“Investigate.”

Lin Chuanwu bit his cigarette.

He said he went for him, but Lin Chuanwu didn’t believe it. However, since Wen Yan was willing to go through the trouble to fool him, he was willing to turn a blind eye.

Passing by the hunting ground on the way home, Lin Chuanwu stopped and looked at the wolf and the white lion.

Lin Chuanwu frowned, “Are they getting fat?”

Qiu Yi glanced over. The wolf’s belly was round, and the white lion’s legs were thicker.

“Seems like it,” Qiu Yi called over the caretaker, “Have you been feeding them too much meat lately?”

The caretaker lowered his head, “It’s the same amount as before, but…”

“But what? Don’t stammer,” Qiu Yi scolded.

“The madam feeds them every morning and evening.”

Lin Chuanwu raised an eyebrow, “Not afraid?”

“She seems scared, but she still musters the courage to feed them. They’re greedy and never seem to get enough.”

Lin Chuanwu: “No self-control.”

The wolf and lion licked their paws contentedly.

Entering the living room, the cold, prison-like space was softened by the presence of a gentle young man, changing the entire atmosphere of the room.

A strange feeling surged in Lin Chuanwu’s chest. He took off his coat and was about to loosen his tie when he paused, “Come here.”

Wen Yan’s back trembled slightly.

“Omega usually helps their alpha husband with his tie,” Lin Chuanwu stared at Wen Yan’s face.

“Help me with it.”

Wen Yan was silent for a moment, then obediently reached out with fingers as pale as his face to help the alpha with his tie.

“Nothing you want to say to me?”

“…No.”

Lin Chuanwu stared at him.

Wen Yan didn’t know what he wanted to hear, so he tried to mimic an omega caring for their husband, “…Was your business trip smooth?”

Lin Chuanwu’s Adam’s apple bobbed heavily. He thought Wen Yan would tell him about Liu Ning transferring assets.

They sat down to eat, and Lin Chuanwu said, “You don’t have to wait for me if I come back late.”

Wen Yan nodded compliantly.

“Okay.”

Yet Lin Chuanwu frowned again.

Qiu Yi, who hadn’t left yet, couldn’t help but think—he agreed, and you’re still not happy.

After dinner, it was eleven o’clock. The alpha discussed work with Qiu Yi, and after Qiu Yi left, the alpha went to shower.

Wen Yan returned to bed from the study, and soon he heard the alpha coming in. Wen Yan tightly closed his eyes.

He hadn’t fully recovered there yet, and if he was held all night again… it might affect his work tomorrow, Wen Yan thought awkwardly, hoping pretending to sleep would make the alpha let him off.

The spot beside him sank as the alpha lay down. His breathing was hot and heavy like a beast in the hunting ground, and his face was being watched. There was no sound, and just when Wen Yan thought the other had fallen asleep, there was a sudden weight on his waist.

Wen Yan didn’t know when he had become so strange, quietly gripping the corner of the blanket, enduring…

Wen Yan’s eyelashes trembled.

“If someone hugs me voluntarily, I’ll let them off.”

Hug him…

Hearing this, Wen Yan extended his arm, wrapping it around the alpha, holding him close. Only after hugging him did Wen Yan realize he had given himself away—people can’t hear others talking when they’re asleep…

But Lin Chuanwu had already wrapped his arm around Wen Yan’s waist, burying his head in Wen Yan’s neck, closing his eyes…