Transmigrated as an Alpha, the Fox Spirit Lives on Pheromone - Chapter 10

“Does everyone think she’s the most suitable candidate?” Bai Muqin’s gaze swept across the room before glancing sideways at Jiang Li.

Jiang Li didn’t quite understand what they were discussing, but it seemed her name had come up at the end. Rarely did her master look her way, so she responded with a smile and blinked playfully at Bai Muqin.

To outsiders, it appeared as though Jiang Li was flirting with the boss—her sparkling eyes seemed to say, “Darling, hurry up and agree. Let me be the spokesperson.”

But in Bai Muqin’s eyes, Jiang Li’s blinking was inexplicably endearing. Despite having a pair of mesmerizing eyes, her actions were completely at odds with her appearance—too incongruous, too silly. Bai Muqin couldn’t help but smirk, letting out a soft chuckle.

The meeting attendees exchanged glances, unsure what the boss’s laughter meant. Was she pleased? Or was she mocking the suggestion?

Faced with Bai Muqin’s question, no one dared to speak up first. Misreading the boss’s mood could earn them a freezing glare.

The product team leader steeled herself and nodded. Since it was her proposal, she had to defend it—whether it aligned with the boss’s wishes or not. She explained, “This young lady has fox-like eyes—slightly upturned at the outer corners and slightly downturned at the inner corners. They aren’t overly sharp or domineering but naturally exude sensuality and charm. Yet her gaze is pure and innocent. Her eyes perfectly blend purity and allure, which aligns well with our product’s branding! Unlike celebrities who are already typecast, she’s free and versatile. I think she’d be the perfect spokesperson!”

Bai Muqin raised an eyebrow. The explanation did make sense. Letting Ah Li be the spokesperson wasn’t impossible, but her identity was still questionable. Pushing her into the public eye recklessly might put her in danger.

When the boss remained silent, the PR team leader voiced opposition: “The ‘Radiant Series’ is a new product. I think it’s safer to hire a celebrity as the spokesperson. We just need to clarify that today’s incident was an accident. No one would turn down such lucrative endorsement terms.”

With Bai Muqin still withholding her opinion, the discussion grew lively as everyone weighed the pros and cons.

Bai Muqin tapped the table absentmindedly, still pondering Jiang Li’s situation. Having her gland removed and being left on the street to die—was she really a scumbag Alpha, as Qin Nian suggested? Should she test Jiang Li through this endorsement opportunity? But pushing her out there might expose her to danger.

A timely knock on the conference room door snapped Bai Muqin out of her thoughts. “Come in,” she called.

Qin Nian entered with a grave expression. “President Bai, there’s an emergency.” She hesitated, not continuing.

Bai Muqin stood, recognizing the hesitation in Qin Nian’s eyes, and strode toward the door. “Let’s discuss it in my office.”

Jiang Li quickly rose, intending to follow.

Bai Muqin glanced back at her. “Stay here for now—” She paused, then amended, “Actually, come with me.”

Then she addressed the others still seated. “Meeting adjourned.”

The others exchanged bewildered glances. It was rare for Assistant Qin to interrupt a meeting, which meant this sudden situation must be quite serious!

Someone gasped, drawing everyone’s attention. In a hushed voice, she said, “Check Weibo’s trending list.”

#Bai Family Heiress and Gorgeous Alpha in Passionate Kiss with Half-Naked Male Dancer Cheering On# was awkwardly stuck at fifth place on the trending list. Clicking in revealed only a few photos—Bai Muqin wore a mask, most of her face obscured by Jiang Li, though Jiang Li’s face was mostly visible.

Who is this Bai Family heiress? Is she someone important?

The eldest daughter of Qinbai Group, one of the top three leading enterprises in Z City and a globally ranked corporation. What do you think?

Too bad the heiress’s face isn’t shown. That Alpha does look stunning, though.

Is this how chaotic the private lives of heiresses are these days? And in broad daylight, no less?

Many in the company had heard about the incident in the studio. The head of the PR department said in disbelief, “This happened in the studio not long ago! Who would dare leak it? Do they think our group is easy to push around?”

“Is this targeting President Bai?”

“President Bai keeps such a low profile and isn’t even involved in the main company’s affairs. Why would someone scheme against her?”

Unable to reach any conclusions, everyone packed up the meeting materials and returned to their posts.

Soon, the topic dropped off the trending list, and all related photos were scrubbed. Qinbai Group’s official Weibo issued a statement and legal notice—the PR team had acted swiftly.

Tenth-floor office.

Qin Nian reported the trending topic and the measures already taken to Bai Muqin, expressing deep regret over the photo leak.

Bai Muqin responded indifferently, “It’s fine.” If someone was determined to leak the photos, there was no stopping them. She glanced at the screenshots from the trending list, pressing her lips into a thin line. She had worried that exposing Ah Li to the public might endanger her, but now Jiang Li had been involuntarily thrust into the spotlight.

She wasn’t particularly fazed by the trending topic. The photos were within her tolerance, and such minor gossip wouldn’t harm the company. Besides Qin Nian’s handling, her father and uncle would step in as well.

Speak of the devil—her phone rang. Bai Muqin answered, “Uncle.”

Qin Yizhi’s concerned voice came through. “Mumu, are you alright? I’ve taken care of the photos. Who’s that Alpha in the pictures? Do you need me to vet her? If you’re not interested in the Jiang family’s Second Miss, I can talk to your grandfather about—”

“I’m fine, thank you, Uncle,” Bai Muqin sidestepped the topic of Second Miss Jiang and the engagement.

Qin Yizhi sighed. “Alright, as long as you’re okay. I looked into the leaker—the original account has been deleted, and the person fled. Probably just a hired hand, nothing serious. As for the trending topic, it seems connected to someone named Li Lan. Isn’t she the spokesperson for your new product? What’s her problem, pulling a stunt like this? Want me to blacklist her for you?”

Bai Muqin: “No need. It probably wasn’t her doing. Someone is framing her—seems they want to make sure she can never recover. Uncle, could you help me investigate who stands to benefit the most if Li Lan falls?”

Qin Yizhi: “No problem, I’ll look into it right away. By the way, remember to visit your grandfather at the old house when you have time.”

“Okay, I will.”

After hanging up, Bai Muqin smiled gently. This uncle was only ten years older than her, so she’d grown accustomed to calling him “little uncle.” After her mother passed away, he’d suddenly changed, maturing considerably—from someone who used to tease her to someone who doted on her. Fortunately, as he grew older, he learned to give her space to grow. Though they weren’t as close as in childhood, he still gave her a sense of maternal warmth.

“Sis, I already looked into it. Li Lan is secretly negotiating for a major production—a female-led film. The director and producers are optimistic about her, and she wants to use this movie to compete for Best Actress. If something happens to her, the one who stands to benefit the most would probably be her junior colleague at the same agency, Xie Mengyue.”

“If it really was her doing, then this Xie Mengyue is quite cunning. If it hadn’t been you caught in the studio photos but Li Lan, her film would’ve been ruined. She dared to leak your photos because she wanted to use our hands to blacklist Li Lan.”

Bai Muqin nodded, swatting away Jiang Li’s sneakily reaching hand, and instructed Qin Nian: “Investigate further to confirm. If it’s true, don’t hold back.”

Qin Nian responded, “She must face the consequences she deserves.”

Jiang Li, standing nearby, nodded along with an air of half-understanding, solemnly adding, “Must punish.”

Bai Muqin was amused by Jiang Li’s exaggerated seriousness and chuckled. “Ah Li, would you like to be the spokesperson for the Xuan series?” She studied Jiang Li’s eyes, searching for any hint of deception, but Jiang Li only looked confused—clearly unaware of what a “spokesperson” even was.

“What’s a spokesperson? If it helps Master, I want to do it,” Jiang Li answered earnestly.

“A spokesperson helps promote our company’s products. You’d need to participate in video ads and photo shoots for publicity. In short, a lot of people would recognize you. Are you afraid? Afraid that the people who hurt you might find you?” Bai Muqin knew choosing Jiang Li as a spokesperson carried risks, but since her photos were already exposed, it was better to elevate her status than live in fear of her being taken away. If she really was a Scumbag Alpha, the victims would likely reach out. With that in mind, Bai Muqin felt Jiang Li was the only choice for this role.

Jiang Li shook her head, her eyes no longer timid as they had been when they first met, now carrying wisdom and trust. “I’m not afraid. I feel like my mind has gotten much sharper—I won’t be bullied by bad people anymore. Besides, Master will protect me, right?”

Bai Muqin, moved by Jiang Li’s subtle transformation, reached out to tousle her hair, her tone unconsciously affectionate. “Yes, I’ll protect you.” Just like you protected me—though she left that last part unspoken.

“Oh my, I feel so out of place standing here. When did you two become so close? Adversity reveals true feelings?” Qin Nian immediately reverted to her usual playful self.

“You should think twice about the endorsement deal,” Qin Nian said thoughtfully. She relayed Doctor Zhou’s conclusions one by one, then added, “Sis, you can’t be without her during your Heat, and she can’t survive without your pheromones since she doesn’t eat. I think it’s best to just make her your personal assistant—keeping her by your side every day would be safest. As for endorsements, I don’t think she’s cut out for it. After observing her for so long, I’d say she has the intelligence of an eight-year-old at most.”