Transmigrated as a Scum Alpha Cannon Fodder, Sweetly Pampering the Heroine - Chapter 5

Xu Jinman replied with a single word, confirming Yin Xue’s question.

After sitting on the stairs for a few minutes to calm down, she slowly returned to her hospital room.

As soon as her rear touched the bed, her phone vibrated again.

Yin Xue: Xu Jinman, do you have to make me so angry?

Yin Xue: If you want to break up, let’s make it a clean break.

Xu Jinman smiled faintly.

This wasn’t the first time Yin Xue had used this tactic. In the past, the original Xu Jinman had always fallen for it, coaxing Yin Xue back within days.

Yin Xue, like the original Xu Jinman, was a cannon fodder character.

Lacking any real principles, she had often helped the original Xu Jinman secure the people she desired, even participating in some truly disgusting schemes. This shared history had forged a closer bond between them than with anyone else.

Xu Jinman couldn’t wait to sever this messy relationship completely.

Starry Restaurant, Beicheng.

Yin Xue, dressed in a navy blue Chanel-style suit, sat with her long, snow-white legs crossed, her eyes radiating seductive charm. She meticulously cut her steak with a knife and fork.

Across from her sat a stunning Alpha. “Xiao Xue, have you made up your mind? You won’t regret being with me.”

Yin Xue glanced at her illuminated phone screen.

Xu Jinman: You’d better keep your word.

Yin Xue: “……”? Fvck! Xu Jinman, you win this round!

Yin Xue’s breath caught in her throat, and she nearly dropped her silverware. She barely managed to suppress her reaction, her eyes flicking to her companion as a sudden thought struck her. “Aren’t you afraid of my relationship with Xu Jinman?” she asked, a smirk playing on her lips.

The Alpha paused. “Didn’t she already marry that beautiful Omega from the Shen Family?”

The description brought Shen Shu’s exquisitely sculpted face to mind. Yin Xue’s expression turned icy. “Xu Jinman will tire of that boring type in a couple of days.”

The Alpha’s heart sank slightly. Xu Jinman was a madwoman—anyone who crossed her path was doomed.

Yin Xue studied her companion’s reaction. “What? Are you backing out already?”

The words hung in the air, dripping with ambiguity—the very phrase the Alpha dreaded most.

The Alpha lifted her chin. “I’m not afraid of her. If you agree to my terms, I’ll handle Xu Jinman.”

“How could I let you face her alone? I heard she and her new wife are hospitalized. Let’s visit them together in a few days,” Yin Xue suggested, picking up her glass of red wine with a seductive smile.

A flicker of surprise lit the Alpha’s eyes. Was this a yes?

Yin Xue took a sip. If Xu Jinman wants to play games, let her play!

But could she maintain her composure if she saw Yin Xue with another Alpha?

Xu Jinman’s possessiveness was legendary.

Xu Jinman stayed in the hospital for two days, her phone switched off, and she used her family’s influence to forcefully reject all visitors.

Even so, she couldn’t resist the power of her mother, Lu Yun.

Lu Yun was strikingly beautiful and dignified, with a figure well-maintained. The moment she entered the hospital room and saw Xu Jinman in bed, she rushed over and embraced her tightly, as if Xu Jinman were still a baby in her arms.

Having never experienced such maternal affection, Xu Jinman felt awkward for a moment before patting Lu Yun’s back. “Mom, I’m fine. It was just a checkup.”

When Lu Yun released her, tears welled in her eyes as she stroked Xu Jinman’s face, repeatedly saying she looked too thin.

She immediately instructed her assistants to place the seven or eight insulated boxes she had brought on the table. Opening each one, she announced the dishes like a menu.

Xu Jinman praised each dish, complimenting the flavors.

Lu Yun paused, looking at her with surprise. “What’s gotten into you today?”

Xu Jinman’s heart skipped a beat.

According to her memories, the original Xu Jinman might have been reckless outside, but she always put on an act of filial piety for her parents, especially Lu Yun. Her performance should have been flawless.

A moment later, Lu Yun said, “Whenever you’re this sweet, it means trouble. Spill it—what mess have you gotten into now?”

“……”

Xu Jinman’s anxiety proved unfounded. Before she could speak, Lu Yun patted her hand, her face already wearing an expression of knowing anticipation. “It’s about Shen Shu, isn’t it? I’ve already spoken to the Shen Family. They need to teach their daughter how to be a proper wife.”

It was clear Lu Yun didn’t like Shen Shu. Xu Jinman tried to reason with her, “I’m not even an Alpha. I’m just an Omega, and a failed one at that…” I’m the one who doesn’t measure up.

Lu Yun frowned, a cold glint gathering in her eyes. “Did she say something nasty to you?!”

What she really meant was, Did Shen Shu discover my secret about pretending to be an Alpha?

Xu Jinman shook her head. “I just feel like this is pointless.” She could tell that if she nodded, Lu Yun’s threats would shift from the Shen Family to Shen Shu herself.

Seeing this, Lu Yun tightened her grip on Xu Jinman’s hand, worry now clouding her eyes. “Manman, what’s wrong? Remember, you’re the best! Whatever you want, Mom will get it for you, no matter the cost. So, don’t ever say you’re a failure again…”

Realizing she couldn’t change Lu Yun’s mind for now, Xu Jinman nodded reluctantly. This reaction was typical of Lu Yun—genuine affection mixed with an overwhelming need to reassure her.

Lu Yun must be afraid of what I’d do if I snapped.

Lu Yun then dropped another bombshell: “When you want a divorce, don’t worry about what your father will say. Everyone knows this marriage was just for fun; no one in our family takes it seriously.”

Xu Jinman clenched her jaw, barely managing to swallow the scathing words that threatened to erupt.

She couldn’t understand it. Shen Shu was a top-tier Omega—talented, beautiful, and with a stunning figure. She had everything anyone could want. So why did these people look down on her so much?

Ultimately, it all came down to the original Xu Jinman’s scummy behavior. The wedding itself was a clear example: a hasty affair in a small hotel, over in less than half an hour.

Lu Yun only showed her face to prevent outsiders from criticizing Xu Jinman.

If not for the original Xu Jinman’s humiliation and contempt, the people around Shen Shu wouldn’t have treated her this way.

“I don’t want to divorce her,” Xu Jinman said solemnly. “Unless she asks for it, I won’t divorce her.”

For now, Shen Shu wouldn’t bring up the matter, still clinging to the trash of the Shen Family.

Xu Jinman didn’t want it to happen now either. A divorce at this stage would only worsen Shen Shu’s already precarious situation. It was better to let her leverage their marital status to develop herself first.

Lu Yun nodded dismissively, clearly unconvinced.

After finally getting Lu Yun to leave, Xu Jinman collapsed onto the bed, her head buzzing. Now, she felt not only heartache for Shen Shu but also resentment on her behalf.

Xu Jinman resolved to help Shen Shu.

But first, her relationship with Shen Shu couldn’t deteriorate any further.

Xu Jinman glanced at the several insulated pots on the table.

She hadn’t visited Shen Shu in the past two days and had no idea how she was feeling.

After a moment’s thought, Xu Jinman got up and tasted the contents of each pot, selecting the most delicious shrimp porridge to take with her.

She hesitated for a few seconds at the door of Shen Shu’s hospital room, just as she was about to knock, a nurse opened the door from inside.

Slightly surprised to see her, the nurse stepped aside and said, “Miss Shen is asleep.”

Xu Jinman actually felt a wave of relief. She tiptoed into the room. The Omega lay on her side in bed, as serene as Sleeping Beauty, her delicate face exposed above the snow-white quilt, strands of her inky black hair spilling lazily across the pillow.

Gently placing the porridge on the table, Xu Jinman gazed at Shen Shu’s face for a while.

She unconsciously moved closer, leaning down slightly, her gaze fixed on Shen Shu’s eyes. Each slender, slightly curved eyelash was distinct, as if meticulously drawn with a charcoal pencil.

Xu Jinman murmured softly to herself, “Tsk, her eyelashes are so long…”

Suddenly, she saw Shen Shu’s eyelashes flutter.