The Gorgeous Omega Came to Seduce Me [Entertainment Industry] - Chapter 12

Ji Liao stayed at home for about another week, only stepping out once during that time to sign a contract with the production team.

Mu Shenshen was still in her heat period and remained extremely clingy, often refusing to let go once she wrapped her arms around Ji Liao.

Ji Liao had already brought back suppressants for Omegas, but Mu Shenshen insisted she didn’t like them and refused to take any. Unwilling to mark Mu Shenshen again and deepen their bond, Ji Liao resorted to releasing pheromones daily to soothe Mu Shenshen’s restlessness, occasionally giving her mild Suppressants to help her through the Heat period.

Fortunately, an Alpha’s Vulnerability Period was naturally shorter than an Omega’s heat period, so maintaining self-control wasn’t too difficult for Ji Liao… or so she thought.

“Ji Liao…” Mu Shenshen rubbed her eyes, clutching a bear-shaped pillow as she emerged from the guest room. The first thing she did after waking from her nap was wander around the house until she found Ji Liao in the open kitchen, making juice.

—Ever since Ji Liao had finished her call with Qin Su, she had silently taken Mu Shenshen away from that rented apartment and moved them into a high-end residential complex with excellent privacy. She then settled Mu Shenshen into a warmly decorated… guest bedroom.

Mu Shenshen casually tossed aside the bear pillow and drowsily pressed herself against Ji Liao’s back, her arms coiling around Ji Liao’s waist like a pair of snakes.

Ji Liao, who had been standing at the counter cutting fruit, stiffened slightly, the contours of her toned waist visible beneath her fitted top. Mu Shenshen took the opportunity to stroke it a couple of times, mumbling, “…Pheromones.”

Ji Liao: “…”

Mu Shenshen rested her head on Ji Liao’s shoulder. When Ji Liao didn’t release any Pheromones after a moment, she impatiently nuzzled against her.

Ji Liao’s shoulders tensed, though her tone remained calm as she glanced down at the fruit on the cutting board. “If I recall correctly, yesterday was the last day of your Heat period.”

The Omega clinging stubbornly to her back froze. “Uh, r-really? I don’t feel any different… Maybe it’s not over yet?”

Ji Liao lowered her lashes, steadying herself before resuming her task—arranging the sliced fruit neatly on a small plate before dumping it all into the juicer. “It’s over. I can tell. Stop making a fuss.”

Mu Shenshen frowned, refusing to let go. “You’re so mean. Aren’t Alphas supposed to be protective of Omegas? You’re the only one who keeps pushing me away.”

Ji Liao had no choice but to relent. “Enough. Now that your Heat period is over, we should just…”

She hesitated, unsure whether “keep our distance” would sound too harsh to Mu Shenshen.

“Just what?” Mu Shenshen finally perked up, releasing Ji Liao to turn and face her. “What, are you trying to draw a line between us now?”

Ji Liao opened her mouth, then closed it again, realizing how troublesome it would be to explain.

True to form, Mu Shenshen had no patience to listen. Her expression shifted to one of shock and accusation. “Ji Liao, I never thought you’d be this kind of Alpha. You—we—after everything, you’re just going to abandon me like this?”

Ji Liao sighed softly, retrieving a glass from the cabinet and pouring the freshly made juice into it.

“You actually have time to worry about juice,” Mu Shenshen grew even angrier. “I’m still here, waiting for your answer.”

“I know,” Ji Liao responded unhurriedly, placing the glass in front of Mu Shenshen. “I didn’t say I was going to… I just think our relationship is a bit complicated. Until we sort it out, it’s better to be cautious.”

Mu Shenshen glanced in surprise at the juice placed beside her hand, her eyes flicking between Ji Liao and the glass. Only when Ji Liao’s expression remained calm did she awkwardly pick up the glass and take small sips.

This time, when Ji Liao mentioned being “cautious,” Mu Shenshen still showed clear dissatisfaction on her face, but at least she didn’t outright oppose it.

“There’s one more thing…” Ji Liao hesitated.

“What?” Mu Shenshen looked up suspiciously.

“I need to go out tomorrow,” Ji Liao said.

“?” Mu Shenshen widened her eyes and immediately set down the glass, accusing, “Oh, I see now! Scumbag Alpha!”

Ji Liao: “?”

“First, you say our relationship needs sorting out, and the next moment you’re running away! Don’t deny it—you’re totally a scumbag Alpha!” Mu Shenshen exclaimed loudly.

“…” Ji Liao rubbed her temples and spoke with difficulty, “I just have some unfinished business with my previous company. It’ll take about ten days, then I’ll be back.”

“How can I trust you?” Mu Shenshen looked skeptical. “What if you don’t come back?”

“This house is mine,” Ji Liao said calmly, meeting her gaze. “The property deed is in the bedside drawer of the master bedroom. You can check. A person can run, but a house can’t.”

Mu Shenshen tilted her head, her eyes curving into a smile. “So you don’t mind me going into your room? I can even rummage through your bedside drawer?”

Ji Liao choked.

Often, even she was helpless against Mu Shenshen. She could never predict what Mu Shenshen would say next.

But Mu Shenshen quickly changed the subject again: “If you have such a big house in the city center, why did you rent that tiny place in the suburbs? Don’t tell me… you really are that composer people talk about online?”

Ji Liao frowned and averted her gaze, still unwilling to discuss the topic. She brushed it off vaguely, “That’s not important.”

Mu Shenshen puffed her cheeks and shrugged indifferently. “Fine.”

“Then I’ll go pack,” Ji Liao said, washing the juice-stained knife, drying it with a towel, and placing it back in the knife holder.

As she did these things, Mu Shenshen leaned against the counter, watching her.

Ji Liao had an impeccable posture—her loose top draped naturally, accentuating her slender waist. Her long, straight black hair cascaded over her shoulders and back, further highlighting the elegant lines of her spine. Even just standing there, she exuded a natural grace. The deliberate way she handled an ordinary fruit knife was still mesmerizing.

Mu Shenshen felt like she was admiring an exquisitely aged jade ruyi—even just tracing its smooth contours, she was drawn in by the serene aura it naturally emitted.

But Ji Liao didn’t look back at Mu Shenshen again.

Perhaps mentioning Cheng Mi had truly upset her.

What should I do? Mu Shenshen thought with some distress. The little alpha she wanted to marry home had been hurt by other Omegas, and even mentioning the unattainable love was completely off-limits.

But this matter had to be resolved somehow. Otherwise, how could Ji Liao face her mother? She would be put through the wringer.

Early the next morning, Mu Shenshen, wearing a semi-transparent shirt nightgown, waved goodbye to Ji Liao—who seemed to possess the composure of someone who had been a monk for twenty years, utterly indifferent to the sight of a stunning Omega—then immediately called An Dong.

“Boss?” An Dong’s voice on the other end sounded slightly surprised.

Mu Shenshen got straight to the point: “It’s confirmed that the scandal-plagued little alpha composer from our entertainment company will be joining this dating show, right?”

“Yes,” An Dong replied, her tone instantly professional when it came to work. “We’ve already confirmed the arrangements with the director. Today, the celebrity guests will arrive at the venue first to film some teaser footage as Love Consultants. Tomorrow, the civilian guests and celebrities will make their official appearance together.”

Mu Shenshen smiled. “Good. Have you arranged what I asked for?”

“…It’s arranged,” An Dong’s voice carried a hint of hesitation. “But boss, are you really going to participate in that dating show? The chairman will definitely be furious.”

Mu Shenshen brushed it off. “Don’t worry about that. If it’s arranged, it’s fine. What time is the car coming?”

An Dong: “At 3 PM. It should arrive at the airport around 3:40. The flight lands at 7 PM, and the hotel is already booked so you can rest directly.”

Mu Shenshen glanced at the clock. There was still plenty of time.

Just wait until she made her surprise appearance… and gave that little alpha a scare!

——

At the same time, Ji Liao, dragging her suitcase downstairs, boarded the car sent by Sky Brilliance. The people picking her up were likely from Qin Su’s faction, treating Ji Liao with courtesy, though Ji Liao had no interest in engaging. After stowing her luggage, she simply closed her eyes to rest.

The driver and assistant Qin Su had arranged, seeing Ji Liao wasn’t in the mood for conversation, wisely kept quiet and focused on their tasks.

Ji Liao sat with her eyes closed, not asleep as the assistant and driver assumed, but merely resting.

Tomorrow was the show’s premiere, and today, the final celebrity guest lineup would inevitably be revealed.

Ji Liao had heard rumors before—this variety show had been meticulously planned to tease the audience. Four celebrity guests had kept fans guessing for over two months. The other three had been gradually unveiled during that time. Only Ji Liao remained… Her name was to be announced alongside the third celebrity guest, Cheng Mi. Ji Liao could already imagine the storm brewing online just by thinking about it.

Truly, a tough battle lay ahead.

…

As Ji Liao rode to the airport, the hashtag “Ji Liao: A Moment of Affection” had already topped the trending list. This alpha, repeatedly dragged through scandals and disparagement but making her first public appearance on a show, had captured everyone’s attention.

Aside from Cheng Mi’s fans exploding in outrage, most onlookers sensed something off.

Weren’t this the alpha accused of harassing an idol? How could she still appear on a show? And on the same show as the victim?

Something wasn’t right—this was going to be interesting.

The excited onlookers immediately flocked to the online app of Fruit TV, eagerly reserving spots for the variety show, ready to witness the dramatic scenes that would unfold. The reservation numbers for A Moment of Affection, which had already captured countless eyes with its fresh format, skyrocketed once again. Even viewers who typically had no interest in dating shows couldn’t resist joining in the buzz.

After all, who could resist a good drama?

“This show is going to be lively,” remarked Qin Ming, a veteran actor who had been active in variety shows over the past two years and was set to participate in A Moment of Affection as a Love Consultant. Sitting in his van, he took a sip of tea handed to him by his assistant and chuckled.

“How so?” his laid-back manager asked absentmindedly, scrolling through documents on his phone.

“Look at this,” Qin Ming said with a smile, passing his phone over.

“Ugh,” the straightforward and beautiful manager frowned impatiently, as if annoyed, but froze the moment her eyes landed on the name ‘Ji Liao.’ She sucked in a sharp breath. “This… how could it be her?”

“The last guest is Ji Liao?!” Cheng Mi, who had already arrived in the city where the show was being filmed and was wrapping up another assignment, abruptly stood up and turned to her manager. “That’s impossible!”

“Calm down,” Wang Zhun adjusted his glasses and turned his phone screen toward Cheng Mi, showing her the official announcement. “This is the reality. The production team has already made it public. Tomorrow, all of you will appear in the preview broadcast. There’s no changing the fact that the final Love Consultant is Ji Liao.”

Cheng Mi read every word of the latest update from A Moment of Affection’s official account, her breathing growing uneven, her hands clenching into fists.

The makeup artist stood awkwardly to the side, offering a tentative smile. “Ms. Cheng… should we continue with your makeup now?”

Cheng Mi whirled around, glaring coldly. “What’s the rush?”

The makeup artist fell silent.

“Cheng Mi,” Wang Zhun warned sharply.

Clenching her fists, Cheng Mi took a deep breath and finally sat back down, allowing the makeup artist to work on her face. The reflection in the mirror showed a sweet, innocent, and lively young woman, but Cheng Mi’s expression grew darker the longer she looked. Unable to hold back any longer, she turned to Wang Zhun again as the makeup artist stepped away to fetch tools.

“Why would she join a variety show? Ji Liao has never wanted to appear in public… Who convinced her?”

“You might as well ask who has the power to actually get Ji Liao onto A Moment of Affection,” Wang Zhun said coldly.

“You’re right…” Cheng Mi bit her lip, her gaze sharp. “Given Ji Liao’s personality, she should be doing everything to break the contract by now, not wasting her energy—”

She looked up at Wang Zhun. “Qin Su has always had it out for me, trying to steal Ji Liao away. If it’s her, it’s not surprising.”

“Probably not just President Qin,” Wang Zhun glanced at Cheng Mi. “Last week, President Li personally asked the show’s director who the final guest would be, and even he was turned away. No matter what, they refused to reveal it.”

“I couldn’t understand before why the director would risk offending President Li. But seeing Ji Liao today made me realize—this matter really shouldn’t be brought to President Li’s attention. President Qin alone probably doesn’t have enough influence over the directors at Fruit TV. There must be someone else behind this.”

“Impossible,” Cheng Mi immediately retorted. “Ji Liao isn’t the type to cozy up to a sugar daddy.”

Wang Zhun said, “Before, when your assistant ran into Ji Liao at the company, you insisted Ji Liao wasn’t the kind to oppose you. Now the facts are right in front of you.”

“…” Cheng Mi fell silent for a moment. “Then what do you suggest we do?”

Wang Zhun spun his phone in his hand. “Even if there’s someone else behind Ji Liao, this plan definitely came from President Qin. Given the company’s current situation, if Ji Liao doesn’t go down, you’re the one who’ll be finished.”

Cheng Mi: “You mean…”

“Make the rumors stick,” Wang Zhun said, staring at Cheng Mi and enunciating each word. “You know what to do, right?”