Dressed as the Scumbag Alpha Mom of the Tragic Female Lead (ABO, GL) - Chapter 91

Chapter 91

“It’s over, it’s over, it’s over, Zhuang Qi, you idiot, this time it’s really over.” Zhao Zi thought of the way Jiang Chuxie looked at Hu Yunxue, feeling a chill in her heart. “Jiang Chuxie hasn’t really fallen for someone else, has she?”

Zhuang Qi, having drunk a bit too much today, was slightly tipsy and draped an arm around Zhao Zi, mumbling, “What do you mean Jiang Chuxie’s fallen for someone? She’s single, what’s wrong with her dating?”

Zhao Zi remembered that it was Zhuang Qi who introduced the match to Jiang Chuxie, and her anger flared. She pinched Zhuang Qi’s arm and complained, “This is all your fault. Where did you even find this Hu Yunxue? Why are you so obsessed with playing matchmaker for Jiang Chuxie?”

“What do you mean where did I find her? She’s my sister’s patient. I met her once… and when I saw her, oh my gosh, those features were so much like Gu Lingjun’s. So I immediately went to dig up some info. Hu Yunxue comes from a scholarly family, but her family doesn’t like her being in the spotlight. The condition for her becoming a celebrity was that she had to get married first, so she’s also eager to find a partner. It was a perfect match, so I quickly introduced her to Chuxie.”

Zhuang Qi’s tone was smug, which only made Zhao Zi half-dead with anger. “Do you even want Jiang Chuxie to move on from Lingjun? Finding someone who looks like Lingjun—if Jiang Chuxie falls for her, does that even mean anything?”

“Hey, how does it not mean anything? This Miss Hu and Gu Lingjun have completely different personalities. Even if Chuxie was initially drawn to her looks, she’ll gradually be won over by her inner qualities. You don’t get it—stand-in lovers always end up becoming the real deal. That’s how it’s written in novels.”

“To hell with your stand-in lover novels.”

Zhuang Qi’s eyes widened, seemingly a bit angry too. “You… you can insult me, but you can’t insult my novels!”

Zhao Zi couldn’t help but roll her eyes again—great, so they were her own novels.

“Forget talking to you, I’m going to bed.”

“Hey, honey, wait for me!” Zhuang Qi hurriedly got up from the sofa. “I’m dizzy, help me a bit…”

Zhao Zi lost her temper and reached out to support her. “If Lingjun gets hurt because of this, I won’t let you off!”

Zhuang Qi grinned smugly. “Then Gu Lingjun’s definitely going to be hurt. Tonight, Miss Hu got drunk, and Chuxie took her back to her room to take care of her.”

To prepare for the press conference, Jiang Chuxie and Zhuang Qi had been working themselves to the bone. Zhuang Qi had a wife and daughter, so of course she went home. But since Jiang Chuxie was alone, she simply booked a hotel room for a week. The celebration party ended late, and Jiang Chuxie, being cautious, planned to leave only after seeing off the last guest, so she stayed at the hotel to rest.

Hu Yunxue had been poised and confident at the celebration, but halfway through the banquet, she left early because she couldn’t handle her liquor.

Zhuang Qi’s words were only half-true. While Jiang Chuxie did take Hu Yunxue to rest, she didn’t take her to her own room but booked a separate one for her.

Zhuang Qi wasn’t trying to deceive Zhao Zi; she just knew Zhao Zi would definitely tip off Gu Lingjun, so she exaggerated to make Gu Lingjun feel bad.

And Zhao Zi, as expected, didn’t disappoint. She immediately sent a message to Gu Lingjun and… kicked Zhuang Qi out to sleep in their daughter’s room.

“President Jiang, thank you for last night.”

Jiang Chuxie got up early, but as soon as she stepped out, she ran into Hu Yunxue. Probably having her assistant bring clothes over, Hu Yunxue was now dressed in a short-sleeved shirt and capri pants, looking full of life. With minimal makeup, she seemed fresh and radiant, like a college student still in school.

“Miss Hu, you haven’t left yet?”

“No, I’m free today,” Hu Yunxue said with a sweet smile. “I’m really sorry about last night, leaving halfway and troubling President Jiang to take care of me.”

“It’s my fault. I didn’t know you couldn’t handle alcohol and didn’t help you avoid it.” Jiang Chuxie glanced at her watch and smiled. “I’m about to check out. What are your plans, Miss Hu?”

“I’m planning to take a taxi home.”

Jiang Chuxie looked surprised. “You didn’t have your assistant come pick you up?”

Hu Yunxue said sheepishly, “My assistant doesn’t drive. She took a taxi to bring me clothes early this morning, and I let her go back first.”

Jiang Chuxie thought for a moment. “If you don’t mind, I can give you a ride home.”

“Really?” Hu Yunxue’s face lit up with joy, but she quickly realized she might have been too obvious and toned down her smile, saying shyly, “I mean, won’t that be too much trouble for President Jiang?”

“No trouble at all. I still have plenty of time before work. I’ll take you home.” Jiang Chuxie gestured for Hu Yunxue to walk with her. “But I need to check out first.”

“About my room fee…”

“Let’s not worry about small things like that. You’re our company’s spokesperson, after all.”

Hu Yunxue smiled and didn’t push further. “President Jiang, you don’t have to keep calling me Miss Hu. Just call me Yunxue.”

“Alright, Yunxue.”

Jiang Chuxie went along with it but didn’t ask Hu Yunxue to change how she addressed her as “President Jiang.” Hu Yunxue seemed a bit disappointed but kept her smile and followed Jiang Chuxie obediently.

When they reached the front desk to check out, as Jiang Chuxie was handling the paperwork, the private elevator to the presidential suite opened.

The first thing to appear from the elevator was a bunny-shaped backpack, followed by Jiang Weizao’s small figure in the lobby. She clearly hadn’t woken up fully, cradled in Gu Lingjun’s arms, her sleepy little face resting on her mother’s shoulder, showing none of her usual mature and aloof demeanor.

At six years old, Jiang Weizao was a bit heavy for an Omega like Gu Lingjun to carry, especially since Gu Lingjun was also holding a bag. Two burly men in black stood by the elevator, respectfully reaching to take Jiang Weizao as soon as they saw her, but Gu Lingjun shook her head and only handed them her bag.

Gu Lingjun’s entrance would have turned heads if it weren’t so early and the lobby nearly empty. As for Hu Yunxue, she noticed because of the bodyguards by the elevator.

“President Jiang, I heard from President Zhuang that in just half a day, the orders for Hardcore phones have already exceeded expectations. It’ll probably be hard to get one, right?”

Jiang Chuxie was waiting for her receipt when she heard Hu Yunxue’s voice and turned to her.

“You’re Hardcore’s spokesperson. We’ll make sure you get one first thing, don’t worry.”

Since she was talking to Hu Yunxue and facing away from the elevator, Jiang Chuxie didn’t see Gu Lingjun and her daughter.

“I’m not worried about myself. It’s my friends,” Hu Yunxue said, embarrassed. “They loved Hardcore after watching the press conference and want to get it soon. They asked if I could help… If it’s not possible, I’ll just tell them no.”

“How many people?”

“Just my two best friends. I didn’t promise anyone else.”

Jiang Chuxie gave a kind smile. “That’s no problem. I’ll have them delivered on release day.”

Hu Yunxue looked thrilled, excitedly grabbing Jiang Chuxie’s hand, her pure features showing undisguised admiration. “Chuxie, thank you!”

Jiang Chuxie’s fingers twitched slightly but didn’t pull away. She seemed not to notice the sudden change in how Hu Yunxue addressed her and only smiled lightly. “It’s not anything valuable. No need to be so excited.”

“It’s not about the value. It’s because you’re giving it to me… Besides, the phone isn’t cheap. It’s worth months of salary for most people.”

Jiang Chuxie shook her head with a hint of helplessness. Just then, the front desk handed her the receipt, and she smoothly pulled her hand back to take it.

“Alright, let’s go. I’ll take you home.”

Jiang Chuxie didn’t get far before she saw Gu Lingjun. And it was clear that Gu Lingjun had already noticed her.

It was strange. One of them had been staying here for over a month, the other for a week, and they’d never run into each other before. Yet these past two days, they’d met twice—things were almost too coincidental.

Their eyes met, and for a moment, neither spoke. Seeing Jiang Chuxie stop, Hu Yunxue followed her gaze to Gu Lingjun and asked curiously, “What’s wrong? Someone you know?”

Jiang Chuxie chuckled and led Hu Yunxue toward Gu Lingjun. “Yes, someone I know. Let me introduce you.”

She gestured for Hu Yunxue to walk with her toward Gu Lingjun.

Gu Lingjun had never wanted to avoid Jiang Chuxie as much as she did today. After Zhao Zi’s call last night, she barely slept, though she still clung to a sliver of hope. But when she stepped out of the elevator and saw them at the front desk, she could no longer deceive herself.

It was only natural. From the moment she chose to part ways with Jiang Chuxie, Jiang Chuxie had the right to be with someone else. Over the years, she’d occasionally wondered if Chuxie had already found happiness with someone new without her knowing.

Back then, thinking that way brought pain but also some comfort. But after surviving countless brushes with death, as the final deadline approached, her longing for Jiang Chuxie grew stronger.

With her research achievements being implemented in many countries, she returned to her homeland a month before the May Curse, determined to either succeed or go down trying.

On one hand, she wanted to spend what might be her last month with her daughter. On the other, she hoped to successfully promote her Omega-friendly research in her country. And finally, she harbored a sly desire to see Jiang Chuxie one last time.

Just a glimpse from afar would have been enough.

But when she survived the May Curse and lived safely past June 1st, Gu Lingjun’s mindset subtly shifted.

She wasn’t shameless enough to beg for reconciliation, but learning that Jiang Chuxie hadn’t pursued another relationship in those six years sparked a cunning,卑劣 joy and a sliver of hope in her heart.

Sadly, that hope didn’t last long. Jiang Chuxie was now walking toward her with her new love, smiling.

She knew Jiang Chuxie well. Before and after their time together, Jiang Chuxie was always restrained and distant with Omegas. Hu Yunxue clearly admired Chuxie. If Chuxie didn’t like her, she wouldn’t act so close, wouldn’t leave the hotel with her despite potential rumors.

Jiang Chuxie wouldn’t approach her like this, with the air of a victor, bringing Hu Yunxue along.

She understood the meaning behind Jiang Chuxie’s smile—it was her punishment. But Chuxie wasn’t despicable enough to use another Omega just to punish her.

So, as Zhao Zi said, Hu Yunxue was truly the one Jiang Chuxie liked now.