The Paranoid Female CEO’s Contracted Beauty (Omegaverse) - Chapter 21
“Why are you here?”
Xu Qingyan’s gaze shifted downward. When she saw what the omega was wearing, her eyes grew even darker.
This place might not have been somewhere shady, but it was still a place that people with money frequented. The issue wasn’t just what the omega was wearing. It was the fact that she was standing here dressed like that, without even a bite inhibitor.
An A-class omega was already attractive enough to alphas. If she released even a trace of her pheromones, the consequences would be unimaginable.
“Who brought you here?”
Before Li Ge could answer, Xu Qingyan grabbed her arm and dragged her into the nearest room without hesitation.
Startled, Li Ge struggled frantically. “Let go of me! Xu Qingyan, let go!”
Bang.
The solid wooden door slammed shut. The next moment, Xu Qingyan pushed Li Ge up against the wall, her body towering over her in a cold and intimidating stance.
“Was it him who brought you here?”
There was no need to say who “him” referred to. It was obvious.
Li Ge did not respond. She tried to push Xu Qingyan away, but as an alpha, Xu Qingyan was far stronger than she was. She couldn’t move her at all.
Xu Qingyan was clearly angry. Her grip tightened, and her gaze turned even colder than it had been days ago. There was a storm of restrained fury in her eyes, like something on the verge of breaking free.
“Who brought me here has nothing to do with you. Let go of me, Xu Qingyan.”
“Was it him?”
Li Ge kept her mouth shut and stared at Xu Qingyan with defiant eyes. “I told you. Who brought me here has nothing to do with you. If you don’t let go of me right now, I’ll scream for help.”
Xu Qingyan clenched her jaw. Her eyes were so cold they seemed to pierce right through her.
“He brought you here and didn’t even tell you what kind of place this is? In a place like this, once you’re brought in, don’t expect to leave unless someone allows it.”
Li Ge’s eyes widened in shock. She stared at Xu Qingyan in disbelief.
“What are you talking about?”
No.
That couldn’t be true.
Gu Shi had promised he would take her home afterward.
“You’re lying! Gu Shi would never do something like that.”
Xu Qingyan’s voice turned even colder after hearing that.
“You trust him that much?”
Even after being sold out, she was still counting money for the one who betrayed her.
But none of that mattered. Xu Qingyan could understand that young omegas were naïve and too trusting. What she couldn’t understand was why, even now, Li Ge still believed in that alpha.
But not her.
Not even a little.
The jealousy burning in Xu Qingyan’s eyes was unbearable. She clenched her teeth so hard it hurt. She was scared of losing control, scared of hurting Li Ge.
“He wouldn’t do that to you?” Xu Qingyan grabbed her chin and sneered. “If he wasn’t lying, then why did he leave you here alone? Are you going to say he just went to the restroom? Xiao Ge, I understand your innocence. You just reached adulthood. But look at what’s happening. Are you still pretending not to see it because you don’t want to believe the truth? Or are you just too scared to admit that this really is the truth?”
Each word hit Li Ge like a hammer. Her heart felt like it was freezing. Her entire body began to tremble, but she kept shaking her head.
“No. That’s not true. Gu Shi wouldn’t lie to me. He said I was the love of his life. He said he wanted to marry me. He promised that after tonight, he would mark me for life and we’d be together forever.”
After tonight, he would mark her for life?
That was the only part Xu Qingyan could hear. It echoed in her mind like poison. Something twisted and dangerous clawed its way out from deep inside her, swallowing the last of her self-control.
Her grip on Li Ge’s chin tightened.
“So you really believe he’s going to take you away from here tonight?”
Li Ge winced from the pain, her brow furrowed, both hands struggling to free herself. But the more she resisted, the tighter Xu Qingyan held her.
“It hurts! Let go of me!”
Xu Qingyan didn’t let go. She leaned in even closer.
“You should know what it means that he brought you here. Do you want me to explain exactly what this place is?”
From outside the room, the sounds of moaning and pleasure could be heard faintly. Male and female voices blended together into something disturbing.
Even if she didn’t know what went on here exactly, just hearing those sounds, and seeing the scantily dressed people trying to seduce others who were clearly much older, made it painfully clear what kind of place this was.
Li Ge wasn’t stupid. But even now, she still couldn’t believe that Gu Shi would just abandon her like that.
Xu Qingyan saw it in her eyes. She could tell the omega still refused to believe the truth. She let out a cold scoff.
“The first floor is just for reception. It’s where all the rich and powerful businessmen are entertained. Everything above the second floor is filled with private rooms prepared for them. The people outside, the ones pouring drinks, are their prey for the night. Xiao Ge, why do you think he brought you here? Do you really think it’s just for dinner?”
“You’re lying. Gu Shi would never do that. He told me so himself.”
Li Ge used all her strength to break free from Xu Qingyan’s grip. She flung the door open and ran straight toward the restroom area. She quickly pulled out her phone and called Gu Shi.
But when she dialed his number, the call went unanswered.
Still refusing to give up, she tried again.
Once more, there was no answer.
No.
This couldn’t be happening.
Gu Shi wouldn’t abandon her.
Li Ge called again and again. No matter how many times she tried, the phone kept telling her that no one was answering.
She stood outside the restroom, waiting and waiting. It had already been fifteen minutes since Gu Shi went inside.
Even if he had a stomachache, he couldn’t possibly take this long.
Li Ge suddenly felt a wave of panic. Her hand was trembling as she held her phone. The hotel was air-conditioned, the temperature perfectly comfortable, but she felt cold, so cold that she wanted to find a place to hide.
Maybe she had been out too long. When she didn’t return, the so-called President Chen brought someone with him to look for her. He spotted Li Ge standing near the restroom and walked over with a cheerful smile.
“Xiao Ge, why are you still standing here?”
Li Ge flinched when she heard his voice and immediately stepped back.
“P-President Chen…”
President Chen’s eyes were full of desire. Watching her wasn’t enough anymore. He reached out, trying to touch her.
The moment he reached out, Li Ge quickly stepped back. His hand grabbed at empty air.
His face darkened.
He glanced toward the restroom, then sneered.
“Xiao Ge, are you waiting for little Gu? Don’t bother. He won’t be coming out anytime soon. Come back with us and eat. If you keep waiting, the food will get cold.”
Li Ge rejected him without hesitation.
“President Chen, please go ahead and eat. I’ll wait for Gu Shi. He’ll come out soon. We’ll be back shortly. It won’t take long.”
Her refusal made both men look annoyed. She was right in front of them, yet they still couldn’t touch her. The frustration was obvious on their faces.
President Chen decided to drop all pretense.
“Xiao Ge, stop waiting. I’ll tell you the truth. Your boyfriend already left through the back door a while ago. You belong to us now. Don’t blame him. It wasn’t his choice alone. He was just following your father’s orders.”
“My father’s orders?”
“Yes. Your father gave you to us as a gift for the new investors. So you’d better behave. An A-class omega like you is hard to find. We don’t want to hurt you. That would ruin the fun.”
So Li Dahai had sold her?
He really sold her?
Li Ge couldn’t believe it.
“No. That’s not possible. I’m his biological daughter. My father would never do something like that.”
President Chen chuckled.
“Xiao Ge, it’s fine if you don’t want to believe it. But the fact is you’re already here. That’s enough. As for everything else, we can talk about it later.”
The two men moved toward her, one on each side, trying to grab her. But Li Ge was fierce. Before they could touch her, she quickly broke free and darted away.
President Chen missed and his expression turned sour. His mood had completely changed. He had been thinking about this omega for a long time. If he spent money and still didn’t get what he wanted, he would never let it go.
“Xiao Ge, stop struggling. Without my permission, you won’t leave this place. Even if you scream, no one will come to help you.”
“What if I call the police?”
President Chen laughed loudly.
“Go ahead and try.”
Li Ge didn’t hesitate. She entered 110 into her phone and pressed call. But just like when she tried calling Gu Shi earlier, no one picked up.
How could this be?
She didn’t believe it and tried again.
Still no answer.
“Why can’t I get through?”
President Chen looked pleased.
“Xiao Ge, I told you. Give it up. Stop wasting time. No matter what you do, you’ll end up mine. If you behave, things will be easier for both of us. Isn’t that better?”
Li Ge suddenly remembered everything Xu Qingyan had said earlier. It was all true. She hadn’t lied. This place was a trap. Once you entered, there was no leaving unless a guest allowed it.
She panicked and ran. Her low heels clicked loudly in the empty hallway. People passed by, clearly aware of what was happening, but no one stepped in. They acted like nothing was wrong and continued on with their own business.
President Chen and the other man didn’t rush after her. They followed slowly, smiling smugly as if they were sure she couldn’t escape. One of them even licked the corner of his mouth, eyes full of greedy confidence.
Xu Qingyan was watching them from behind. Her clenched fists made cracking sounds. Her eyes were sharp and cold, like knives. She wanted to kill both of them right there.
But she forced herself to hold back.
She picked up her phone and called the front desk.
“A young girl in a blue dress will be trying to leave soon. Don’t stop her. Let her go. If anyone gives you trouble, say it was my order. And if that’s still not enough, tell them to come find me directly.”
As soon as the call ended, shouting could be heard near the entrance.
“Stop her. Don’t let her escape.”