The Gorgeous Omega Came to Seduce Me [Entertainment Industry] - Chapter 14

Zhu Linchen was utterly speechless.

How was he supposed to know that the rumored composer who allegedly harassed Omega idols through her works would look like this?

With such an impressive appearance for an Alpha, why would she even need to harass anyone? Zhu Linchen couldn’t wrap his head around it and stole another glance at Ji Liao.

Ji Liao’s gaze remained indifferent, as if completely unaware. In truth, she recognized everyone present today.

Aside from Cheng Mi, Zhu Linchen had debuted through a comedy show and had solid skills. San Yang was a host being heavily promoted by Fruit TV—Ji Liao had met her a few times while composing interstitial music for the station, though back then, she had worn a cap and mask, so San Yang likely didn’t remember her.

As for Qin Ming, they’d never met, but Ji Liao knew he was Qin Su’s relative.

Ji Liao had a rough idea of where each person stood and had little interest in changing their perceptions. After all, Cheng Mi was currently the hottest star—no words or actions could compete with sheer popularity.

The empty scene around the van stood in stark contrast to the lively welcome the other celebrity guests had received upon arrival. But Ji Liao didn’t mind; in fact, she found the quiet rather refreshing. With an impassive expression, she walked up to the four of them and perfunctorily extended a hand to Qin Ming, who stood at the center of the group. “Ji Liao.”

Qin Ming gave a slight nod and shook her hand. “Qin Ming.”

Since even the senior figure had no issue shaking hands with Ji Liao, the others couldn’t afford to stand out too much and took turns greeting her. But when Ji Liao finally stood face-to-face with Cheng Mi, both froze for a moment. All eyes turned to the pair.

Ji Liao lowered her lashes slightly.

Cheng Mi was just as she remembered—youthful, innocent, forever delicate, forever naive.

“Long time no see.” Ji Liao withdrew her hand and tucked it into her coat pocket, her gaze cool and detached as she looked at Cheng Mi.

Cheng Mi’s lips parted slightly, as if she wanted to say something.

Before she could speak, the director, who had been lingering off-camera, suddenly rushed over, abruptly shattering the delicate tension between them.

Without slowing his steps, the director barged into the group of celebrity guests, cheerfully wedging himself between Cheng Mi and Ji Liao as he gestured enthusiastically. “Alright, alright, let’s get some introductory footage first! We’ll edit these clips later and test the waters online. Everyone, get into position—no need for you, Teacher Ji. Teacher Ji, you can just follow our staff and rest for now.”

“I don’t need to film the preview?” Ji Liao stood beside the animated director, her calm demeanor standing out even more.

“That’s right! Teacher Ji will make her grand debut tomorrow—give the audience a real surprise!” The director seemed completely unbothered by the rumors surrounding Ji Liao and was downright enthusiastic. “Oh, by the way—come here, Xiao Wang!”

A young woman wearing a staff armband approached and was pulled over to stand beside Ji Liao. The director took a step back, eyeing the two of them. “Perfect, perfect! Xiao Wang’s build is somewhat like Teacher Ji’s. Later, we’ll have her wear a coat like this and show just her back on camera—let’s build up the anticipation!”

Confirming that she really wasn’t needed, Ji Liao tilted her head slightly, studying the girl who stood a few inches shorter than her.

A staff member happened to catch Ji Liao’s gaze as she looked back, so she lowered her eyes and nodded slightly. “Thank you for your trouble.”

The girl froze for a moment, then immediately flushed red, seemingly caught off guard. “N-no, it’s nothing. No trouble at all.”

Ji Liao found her stuttering rather endearing and smiled before walking toward the director, who was waving at her. She and her assistant followed the staff member.

According to the director, all she needed to do during tomorrow’s live broadcast was pay attention to her positioning and make a stunning entrance.

She fully understood the production team’s intentions. If she were holding such a high-profile “bomb” in her hands, prioritizing impact over everything else, she too would maximize the anticipation before revealing all.

Though she might face severe backlash… given her current reputation, she’d be criticized regardless. So she might as well throw caution to the wind and go all out without hesitation.

Ji Liao walked away too quickly, too carefree, failing to notice Cheng Mi’s dark gaze lingering on her back for a long while. Only under Zhu Linchen’s puzzled stare did Cheng Mi reluctantly look away.

The early filming location for A Moment of Affection was in the famous coastal tourist city of C City. Even without this dating show, C City consistently ranked among the top three romantic destinations for couples and singles hoping to encounter true love.

With so many drawn here for romance and chance encounters, C City’s scenery was naturally breathtaking. The sea breeze and temperature were perfect, golden sunlight spilled over the sandy beaches, and clusters of white clouds drifted across the blue sky. Even someone as unaffected by external surroundings as Ji Liao felt her mood lift slightly.

Ji Liao paused by the floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room, watching seagulls rise and fall, soaring past the line where the beach met the sea and sky. Suddenly, she felt an urge to send Mu Shenshen a message.

She wondered what that restless, never-idle Omega was up to now. Would she be bored staying home alone?

Perhaps she should have left Mu Shenshen some entertainment before leaving—like installing a home theater system.

Lost in thought, Ji Liao instinctively reached for her phone. Before she could press the power button, her assistant Wu Zi suddenly spoke up. “Ms. Ji, should I unpack this in the bedroom?”

Ji Liao turned and saw Wu Zi holding her suitcase.

“No need. Just leave it in the bedroom—I’ll handle it myself.” Ji Liao disliked others touching her belongings. She pocketed her phone, took the suitcase from Wu Zi, and carried it effortlessly into the bedroom.

Wu Zi blinked. “Huh?”

Ji Liao glanced back. “What?”

As a Beta who likely hadn’t trained for strength, Wu Zi had struggled slightly with the suitcase’s weight. But in Ji Liao’s hands, it seemed to weigh nothing at all.

“Oh, n-nothing!” Wu Zi quickly waved her hands, then stood awkwardly in the middle of the suite arranged by the production crew, looking around. “Um, Ms. Ji, is there anything else you need me to do now? Would you like something to drink or a snack?”

“No,” Ji Liao replied coolly, her expression indifferent. “The show doesn’t start until tomorrow. You can rest. If I want anything, I can order it myself. Just make sure you’re familiar with the schedule.”

“Oh…” Wu Zi, who had never worked with such an easygoing celebrity before and had never had such a leisurely time, walked out of Ji Liao’s room in a daze. Watching the door close behind her, she still felt it was somewhat surreal.

No employee at Sky Brilliance hadn’t heard of this “Teacher Ji.”

His reclusiveness, his talent, his temper, and his obsession with Cheng Mi—each of these topics had been endlessly discussed. Almost everyone thought this Teacher Ji had a peculiar personality and would be difficult to get along with.

When Wu Zi was assigned by Vice President Qin Su to handle Ji Liao’s schedule, she had braced herself for all kinds of trouble. Yet, interacting with him turned out to be like this…

Unable to resist, Wu Zi pulled out her phone as she walked back to her room and sent a message in the “Ji Liao Assistant Group Chat”:

Don’t worry, girls. Teacher Ji’s personality is amazing—totally worth it! We’re in for a treat!

Though everyone had assumed Ji Liao might be eccentric, who could resist a super gorgeous Alpha?

Especially one so talented, with hit after hit—practically godlike. Some people in the company secretly fangirled over Ji Liao, and even within this assistant team, some couldn’t help but gush over his looks in places he couldn’t see, envying Wu Zi’s chance to get up close with him.

The four-person assistant group chat exploded with messages after Wu Zi’s comment, flooding the screen in seconds.

Qin Su had originally wanted to assign Ji Liao a manager, but he outright refused.

“If you send someone to keep an eye on me, I quit.”

At the time, Ji Liao had just signed a contract with Fruit TV before being summoned by Qin Su to discuss details. Sitting in a Sky Brilliance conference room sipping tea, he delivered the ultimatum casually.

After Qin Su spent ages analyzing the pros and cons, wasting so much breath, Ji Liao rendered it all useless with that one offhand remark. Qin Su was so frustrated she nearly laughed. But she truly had no way to force Ji Liao’s hand—she didn’t dare push him too hard. Yet, without someone keeping tabs on him, that notification tone from that day still nagged at her.

She couldn’t let the high-potential gem she’d nurtured for over two years flame out over a romance before even hitting stardom.

So Qin Su said, “Fine, no supervision. But no dating on the show.”

…

Closing the hotel bedroom door behind him, Ji Liao pulled out his phone and sent the unfinished message to Mu Shenshen before slipping it back into his pocket.

Taking care of an Omega, he was responsible for shouldn’t count as dating, right?

Besides, Mu Shenshen wasn’t even on the show.

Just a street away—less than 1,000 meters in a straight line—from Ji Liao’s hotel, in another five-star establishment, the “should-be-responsible-for” and “might-get-bored-alone-at-home” stunning Omega was lingering in the bright, spacious lobby. She sat lazily atop an oversized suitcase, her enormous sunglasses obscuring half her face, her figure accentuated by a hot pair of shorts and a tank top, idly listening to the man in a black suit beside her.

“Young Mistress Mu, there’s really no need for you to follow the production team over there. The conditions aren’t as good as here.”

Mu Shenshen crossed her arms, completely ignoring whatever the hotel manager was saying. She crossed her legs, her fair calves swaying slightly, and tapped her slender high heels against the suitcase. “They’re both five-star hotels. How much worse could it be?”

The manager forced a smile. “Their service has always been inferior to ours. Besides, no star rating can compare to the comfort of your own home. Whatever you need, we’ll deliver it to you immediately.”

Mu Shenshen waved a hand dismissively. “It’s just a small matter. I can easily get a super VIP membership at their place too.”

The manager hesitated. “But… Young Miss Mu…”

Suddenly, a crisp, refreshing sound—like the pop of a soda can—chimed from Mu Shenshen’s bag. Her eyes lit up, and without even looking up, she raised a hand to silence the manager, eagerly pulling out her phone with a delighted grin.

Ji Liao’s plain profile picture—half-hidden under a fisherman’s hat—now had a red notification dot.

“Are you awake?”

“There’s a dessert shop across the street from home that’s pretty good. Authentic flavors. The name is ****.”

“Woohoo!” Mu Shenshen raised her phone triumphantly, her eyes crinkling with joy. She knew that Little Alpha was all tough talk but soft-hearted—she couldn’t possibly ignore her!

Giggling to herself for a moment, she hopped off the suitcase with a spring in her step, grabbed the handle, and cheerfully dashed toward the door. “Has the crew’s car not arrived yet? Why is it taking so long? Never mind, just have the hotel send a car to take me there.”

The manager: “?”

So… you didn’t hear a single word I just said?