Transmigrated as a Scum Alpha Cannon Fodder, Sweetly Pampering the Heroine - Chapter 43

Judging by the title, this story should be about a yandere CEO getting his own medicine, right?

Xu Jinman’s face went numb as she returned to WeChat and sent a smiling emoji in the group chat.

Tong Jia immediately sent her a private message.

President Xu, did you pay to have your negative news deleted?

? Xu Jinman replied.

There’s a discussion on Zhihu about someone posting dirt on you, but now even their account is gone. I’ll show you.

Xu Jinman turned on the faucet, rinsed the carrot, and waited. Half a minute later, Tong Jia said the post couldn’t be found.

I don’t know, Xu Jinman replied.

She had looked into this several times before. Even Han family’s son and Chen Bo had their share of scandals and dirt, but the Beicheng Bully—herself—had none.

She could only assume it was the Xu Corporation’s doing. After all, Xu Tao was obsessed with maintaining appearances.

As Xu Jinman was pondering this, she saw Shen Shu emerge from the bedroom.

“Go wash up. I’ll stir-fry some carrots to go with the porridge,” Xu Jinman said, taking a kitchen knife from the rack and lowering her head.

“Is your dizziness gone?” Shen Shu asked.

“A good night’s sleep will fix it,” Xu Jinman said.

What they called breakfast was more like brunch. After a quiet meal, Xu Jinman’s phone rang.

After answering, she glanced at Shen Shu by the sink and asked, “Are you going out today?”

“Tong Jia arranged a meeting with a director for me this afternoon,” Shen Shu replied.

Already scheduling her next project? Tong Jia was right—Shen Shu’s going to be busy again soon. Shen Shu paused, then added, “Cai Ying said she’ll stop by tonight.”

Xu Jinman turned off her phone and unconsciously replied, “Then I’ll come back to stay.”

She immediately felt a bit awkward after saying it.

Xu Jinman had been seriously considering the living arrangement for the past few days.

She had explained that staying in hotels would no longer be appropriate after their marriage certificate was issued. Since there was a guest room, she proposed moving in if Shen Shu didn’t mind.

“I don’t mind at all,” Shen Shu had replied.

Shen Shu placed the dried bowl on the dish rack, and the living room fell silent. After a moment, her clear voice broke the quiet: “Then would you mind cooking?”

Xu Jinman smiled. “And would you mind eating more?”

Shen Shu paused, then lowered her head, the corners of her lips curving into a smile.

At noon, Xu Jinman went to the office, instructing Zhou Pei on the way to handle the previous marital home. The place remained a lingering unease in both her and Shen Shu’s hearts.

Upon arriving at the office, Xu Jinman received a WeChat message from Chen Yue, the young thug who had gone to find Wang Zheng.

She drove to the same dilapidated residential complex. At this hour, the sun was at its harshest, and the streets were deserted. Chen Yue, still in his hip-hop attire, ran over, the chain around his neck glinting prominently.

“Man-jie,” Chen Yue said, closing the car door and pulling a photo from his jacket.

The image was blurry, but the facial features were discernible.

Chen Yue said, “This should be Wang Zheng.”

Xu Jinman: “Should be?”

“I checked the places you mentioned and pulled surveillance footage through my connections. He’s the only person who appeared at all those locations. You can check the Chengyang Cafe where he asked you to meet. That’s the only place I couldn’t get footage. Compare the time of the call with when this guy showed up at the cafe. If they match, we can be pretty sure he’s Wang Zheng.”

Xu Jinman stared at the man in the photo—a middle-aged man in his forties, wearing a blue work cap. The photo was taken from a low angle, clearly showing his facial features. A white scar ran along his jawline.

Xu Jinman took back the photo. “I’ll look into it.”

She pulled a stack of bills from her bag and handed it to Chen Yue. He grinned. “Thanks, Man-jie! Once you confirm it’s him, I’ll run errands for you again. Don’t worry, once we’re sure, I’ll find him no matter where he is!” He thumped his chest confidently.

As he spoke, Chen Yue’s phone rang. As he left, Xu Jinman faintly heard him mention paying hospital bills.

For some reason, she lingered in place for a moment. These old residential buildings always exuded an aura of peaceful daily life, reminding her of cooking at Shen Shu’s home. It brought her a sense of inner calm and comfort.

Through the glass, Xu Jinman watched an old woman carrying groceries walk from the shade into the narrow alley.

Xu Jinman glanced down and sent a message to Shen Shu:

Want me to bring back any groceries?

After a dozen seconds, Shen Shu replied: I already went shopping this morning.

Okay

A moment later, Shen Shu sent another message:

Any fruits you’re craving?

Xu Jinman replied instantly: Mango

After replying, Cai Ying immediately tagged Xu Jinman and Shen Shu in the group chat.

Cai Ying: @Shen Shu, my dear superstar, I might not be able to make it.

Cai Ying: @Xu Jinman, you know who, I might not be able to make it either.

Xu Jinman: ……

Shen Shu asked what was wrong, and Cai Ying immediately replied: I can’t talk now, I have to go study right away.

She then sent a location pin for the City Library.

After hearing about the teacher named Han Ling last time, Shen Shu had someone investigate. It turned out there was indeed a visiting teacher by that name, and student reviews described her as beautiful, highly professional, with excellent character and a gentle temperament.

This aligned with Cai Ying’s description.

The only thing missing was a photo.

Shen Shu didn’t want to interfere too much, only occasionally asking Cai Ying to be careful during their chats. However, the teacher seemed genuinely capable. Shen Shu and Xu Jinman had reviewed Cai Ying’s recent exam papers and confirmed her rapid progress.

Moreover, according to Shen Shu, their meetings almost always took place at the City Library.

Xu Jinman thought about how many years it had been since she last visited a library. Her office building wasn’t far from the City Library; she should find time to go sometime.

City Library.

Cai Ying had reserved a seat in advance. The weather outside was sweltering, and the library was crowded today, so she barely managed to find a spot at the edge.

Not seeing Han Ling, Cai Ying sent her a WeChat message, but there was no reply.

After waiting for two minutes with her head resting on the table, a shadow suddenly fell over her, and someone gently ruffled her hair.

“I ran into an acquaintance on the way and got here late.”

Cai Ying didn’t mind. She opened her book and said, “I reviewed what you told me yesterday several times, but I still don’t understand this phrase.”

Han Wenling studied her for a few seconds. Cai Ying blinked. “What’s wrong?”

The mixed-race Omega’s curled lashes fanned out like delicate fans, her light-colored pupils seemed to hold starlight, and her skin was as white and delicate as snow, as pure as a blank sheet of paper.

If this keeps up, I’ll start treating her like my tutor.

Han Wenling leaned closer, a faint smile tugging at her lips. “Give it here. I’ll explain it to you.”

A crisp, cool scent filled Cai Ying’s nostrils.

Han Wenling’s pheromones were Cedar—fresh, clean, and pleasant. She never concealed them around Cai Ying, and sometimes the scent would intensify when they were close.

Like now. It wasn’t obvious, and others wouldn’t notice it, but Cai Ying could discern the subtle shifts in its intensity.

The tips of Cai Ying’s ears flushed slightly.

After class, Han Wenling watched Cai Ying pack her books into her bag and murmured, “There’s a particularly tricky concept in there. You can ask me about it tonight if you need help.”

“I might have to ask you tomorrow,” Cai Ying replied.

“Hmm?”

“I have plans tonight. I won’t have time to study when I get home late.”

“Who are you meeting?”

The question bordered on crossing a line, but Han Wenling’s eyes held only amusement, making it seem like simple curiosity.

“An old friend from abroad,” Cai Ying explained. “She just returned yesterday, and we’re meeting for dinner tonight.”

Their conversation remained quiet enough for only the two of them to hear.

Han Wenling nodded without pressing further.

Then, as if suddenly remembering something, she asked, “Did you finish that novel you mentioned last time? Weren’t you going to tell me about it?”

“No… There’s a character whose name is too similar to my best friend’s, and it’s kind of creeping me out. I’ll try again another day.”

“Want me to read it with you another day?”

At this, Cai Ying looked up, pursing her lips. She was secretly thrilled at the prospect—who wouldn’t want to read with a beautiful woman? Yet, amidst her excitement, a hint of nervousness crept in.

She didn’t give a definite answer. Xu Jinman had told her that Omegas should maintain their composure when meeting Alphas, or they’d be seen as easily manipulated.

Xu Jinman and Zhou Pei discussed handling the house, and by afternoon, Zhou Pei had already put it on the market.

Zhou Pei came to ask how to deal with the belongings in the bridal suite, mentioning there were still some designer bags and clothes. After a moment’s thought, Xu Jinman decided they were still valuable. She instructed Zhou Pei to pack everything up and send it to Shen Shu’s place.

“Since you’re moving back in with Miss Shen,” Zhou Pei asked, “should we also pack up your things from the hotel?”

“Let’s pack everything together,” Xu Jinman replied.

There wasn’t much to pack anyway; the guest room’s closet was empty and could easily accommodate everything.

Later that afternoon, Zhou Pei drove Xu Jinman back to Star City. As they pulled up to the apartment building, they saw Shen Shu carrying a bag of fruit toward the entrance.

Shen Shu also noticed Xu Jinman’s car and stopped in her tracks.

Xu Jinman walked over to take the bag from Shen Shu. Peeking inside, she saw grapes and mangoes and smiled. As they were about to head upstairs, Xu Jinman’s phone suddenly rang.

Chen Bo’s voice on the phone sounded urgent.

“Man-jie, did you hear about Yin Xue’s suicide?”