The Stunning General Finds Himself in a Shura Field on a Dating Show ABO - Chapter 3

The newcomer was young, probably in his early twenties, wearing a floral shirt and sunglasses, as if he had just returned from vacation.

Brother Xu! You’re back! Xiao Xi’s eyes lit up with joy as she spotted him.

Xu Shengyuan nodded, ruffled Xiao Xi’s hair, and ruthlessly reminded her, My being here won’t reduce your workload, you know.

Hearing this, Xiao Xi swatted his hand away, her expression instantly souring. Oh, thanks a lot.

Ye Zhi, observing the newcomer, asked, Is that lunatic inside called Lu Qingze?

Who else? Xu Shengyuan replied, amused by the description. First time I’ve heard Lu Qingze described that way. It was just a bite, right? Why such a fuss?

Ye Zhi pointed to the gauze on his neck, incredulous. You call this just a bite?

Bl00d still seeped through the gauze, starkly visible against his pale neck.

Xu Shengyuan suddenly stepped closer, reached out, and touched the bloodstain on the gauze before pressing down hard.

Ye Zhi !!!

He immediately recoiled, his eyes wide with terror. That hurts like hell! What are you doing?

Xu Shengyuan withdrew his hand, smiling as he reminded him, Even though you’re a Beta, you should know better than to expose your nape so carelessly. It’s your most vulnerable spot.

So, here, you’re not supposed to show your nape so casually, Ye Zhi realized.

Clutching his neck, he mumbled, I know now. Thanks.

Xu Shengyuan raised an eyebrow in surprise, observing the young man’s sudden loss of confidence. This little Beta is actually quite obedient, he thought.

Yet the more Xu Shengyuan studied the youth before him, the stranger he found him. He was certain this person wasn’t among the actors he’d hired. How did he even get onto the set?

Speaking of which, how did you get in here? Xu Shengyuan asked, scrutinizing Ye Zhi. Recalling the young man’s odd reaction to Lu Qingze’s name, he couldn’t help but wonder Could he be Lu Qingze’s secret fan?

But he quickly dismissed the idea.

If Ye Zhi were truly a private fan, he wouldn’t have wanted to run away even after Lu Qingze hugged him.

Besides…

Xu Shengyuan studied Ye Zhi’s face, thinking to himself

With such striking looks, he could have any alpha he wanted. There’s no way he’d chase Lu Qingze all the way here.

Noticing Ye Zhi’s ancient costume, Xu Shengyuan asked

Are you an actor from the neighboring film set?

Just as Ye Zhi was struggling to explain his origins, Xu Shengyuan conveniently provided him with a ready-made excuse.

Ye Zhi immediately agreed

Yes.

Though he had no idea where the neighboring film set was or what an actor even was, he figured this response couldn’t be wrong.

This should work, Ye Zhi thought.

Hearing this, Xu Shengyuan finally stopped asking questions.

By then, Lu Qingze had regained his composure.

The filming had to continue, so the group returned to the set in a grand procession.

Ye Zhi didn’t follow he planned to leave immediately.

But as Xu Shengyuan gazed at the young man’s exquisite features, an idea flashed through his mind. He grabbed Ye Zhi and pulled him back.

Wait a moment, Xu Shengyuan called out. I have a business proposition for you. Are you interested?

Hearing about a business opportunity, Ye Zhi paused his departure and asked, What kind of business?

Have a seat on set. I’ll bring the contract over and we can discuss the details.

Xu Shengyuan led Ye Zhi back to the set and hurried off to retrieve the contract.

Meanwhile, Lu Qingze silently approached Ye Zhi from behind.

The youth’s high ponytail revealed a stretch of snow-white neck, now bandaged.

The thought of the bite mark beneath the gauze deepened the darkness in Lu Qingze’s eyes.

He licked his lips, as if savoring the lingering sensation.

What’s your name?

The sudden voice from behind startled Ye Zhi. He turned to answer, but froze.

Having had no chance to examine the speaker closely before, he now saw the man’s face clearly for the first time.

Ye Zhi stared at the handsome face, lost in thought for a long moment.

This person felt so familiar.

Seeing the young man’s silence, Lu Qingze continued, I’d like to get to know you. Could you tell me your name?

Ye Zhi snapped out of his daze, remembering the bite. He turned away and replied curtly, Ye Zhi.

Noticing Ye Zhi’s attitude, Lu Qingze didn’t take offense. He simply apologized with good grace, I’m really sorry about what happened earlier. I didn’t mean to.

Hearing this, Ye Zhi’s expression softened slightly.

Xiao Xi had already explained the Heat Period to him, and he understood the other man hadn’t acted intentionally. All he wanted was an apology.

Seeing the sincerity in Lu Qingze’s apology, Ye Zhi let it go. It’s fine.

Just then, Xu Shengyuan returned with the contract. Little Beta, let’s talk business.