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I am a beta canary raised by an alpha boss.

After getting pregnant, I awakened mind-reading abilities. When the boss found out I was carrying a child, on the outside, he said, “Oh.”

But inside, he was like, “Oh my gosh, I’m going to be a dad? Honey, just sit here and don’t move! I’ll go get you two big pig trotters!”

Me: … Where’s that cold and ruthless demeanor?

Are you from Northeast China?

1. I am very clear about my identity. I’m a beta, a third-rate male actor, and a canary raised by Qiao Yunshen. So when I saw the faint two lines appear on the pregnancy test stick, my first reaction wasn’t joy. It was—I’d better terminate the pregnancy before Qiao Yunshen finds out. The filming is at a critical point, and I’ve only taken half a day off.

In the hospital, the doctor held the report, speaking in a less-than-friendly tone. “Have you thought it through?”

“You’re a beta, and once you terminate this pregnancy, it will be difficult to conceive again.”

“Also, this baby seems to be developing well.”

“From a physiological standpoint, only if your husband truly loves you would the pheromone levels be this high, allowing the embryo to develop so well.”

“Maybe you should go home and discuss it?”

High pheromone levels? I buried my face in my coat and took a deep breath, then sighed in frustration. I’m a beta—I’m naturally unable to smell pheromones. I’ve only ever heard others describe Qiao Yunshen’s pheromone scent. It’s said to smell like heavy snow, not overwhelming, but with a sharp chill.

In short, those who can smell it can’t describe it, and those who can’t can’t imagine it. I can’t imagine, in a society where pheromones and compatibility determine love, how long I can stay by Qiao Yunshen’s side.

After all, someone of his alpha caliber would surely marry an omega with high compatibility, not a beta like me.

Qiao Yunshen once said I was a very beautiful canary. The most important thing for a canary is to be obedient, easy, and docile.

I made up my mind and nodded to the doctor. “Please go ahead with the procedure.”

2. When I came out of the hospital, clutching my abdomen, Qiao Yunshen’s car was parked right in front of the entrance. Light snowflakes were drifting down. Qiao Yunshen leaned lazily against the car, his black coat half-open, a cigarette in hand. He was staring intently at the rising smoke, seemingly lost in thought.

Just as I was about to walk over, I heard Qiao Yunshen’s regretful voice in my head. Why is he at the hospital? Is it because of me?

He’s so cute, I’ve been holding back a lot.

It’s all my fault, it’s all my fault, I could just kill myself.

I was slightly stunned. I rubbed my ears. Was I hallucinating? How could the cold and indifferent alpha boss say something like that?

But the next second, the voice was still clear in my head. My butt itches, I want to scratch it, would that be inappropriate?

At the same time, Qiao Yunshen shook off his cigarette and glanced around. I quickly ducked behind another car. No one’s watching, gotta scratch it fast!

Then, right in front of my eyes, I watched as the aloof boss reached into his coat and scratched his butt—twice, fiercely. The sound of him scratching and his thoughts, Ah, that’s better, so satisfying, played out simultaneously.

I was dumbfounded.

Qiao Yunshen had kept his mouth closed the whole time. Could it be that I was hearing his inner thoughts?

3. This is kind of weird.

Wife, it’s been 23,016 seconds since we were apart, miss her, miss her.

My steps halted again. Wife? Does Qiao Yunshen have someone he likes?

My wife is so soft and fragrant, when will I get to marry him? I want a human marriage certificate too.

Those old geezers keep eyeing my wife. Don’t they have wives of their own?!

Once I get rid of all the people coveting my wife, I’ll never spend another day apart from him.

In my ears, Qiao Yunshen kept chattering on about his wife. I felt a bit bitter. So, this is how passionate he is with someone he loves? Will he kick me out after he finishes what he wants to do and go marry the person he truly loves?

Since the person Qiao Yunshen is waiting for at the hospital isn’t me, I’d better not get in his way. Just as I was about to turn around, I heard Qiao Yunshen call out, “Li Que!”

I turned back, and before I knew it, I was wrapped in Qiao Yunshen’s coat, still warm with his body heat. The coldness in my body was immediately dispelled by the warmth. Qiao Yunshen pulled my collar up.

“Get in the car, let’s go home.”

Why is he wearing so little? I’m heartbroken, he better get in the car and warm up!

My eyes widened a little. Qiao Yunshen—worried about me?

In that moment, Qiao Yunshen’s gaze deepened. His wide-eyed look is so damn cute. Ah, I want to kiss him so badly.

My body tensed! This scumbag—wasn’t he already deeply in love with someone else? Why does he still want to kiss me?!

4. Sitting in the car, Qiao Yunshen softly instructed me, “I’ve already informed Director Lu, you don’t need to go to the set this afternoon.”

“Here, drink this.” I took the steaming ginger tea and obediently sipped it.

Meanwhile, I was thinking about how to tell Qiao Yunshen that I was pregnant.

Yes, I hadn’t gone through with the procedure. After the examination, the doctor said I had a weak constitution and had missed the window for medication-induced abortion. A surgical procedure was required, and to avoid complications, it was best to have the comfort of my partner’s pheromones. I looked up at Qiao Yunshen, about to speak, when I heard his excited inner voice. Help! He’s looking at me! He’s staring at me!

Focused men are always the most handsome. Watch how I charm this little birdie.

Hehehe, I’m going to show off my jawline, it’s perfect.

I was confused. Little birdie? Is that supposed to be me? Isn’t Qiao Yunshen in love with his wife? Why would he want to charm me? But Qiao Yunshen was already at it. One hand on the steering wheel, he lifted his chin slightly, his other hand slowly sliding from behind his ear down to his jaw, then he quickly glanced at me.

Me: …

What! He’s not impressed? Maybe I should try again.

“Qiao Yunshen!” Seeing him about to make another move, I quickly stopped him.

Qiao Yunshen raised his eyes slightly, coldly saying, “Hmm?”

Hehehe, he called my name! His voice is so nice, I want to hear it again.

Me: … “Qiao Yunshen.”

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Lhaozi: Hi there, thankyou for reading my translations, see you in my other translations.