FSO Chapter 24

Jiang Wan was considered quite tall for an Omega, standing at 175 cm even without shoes.

However, in front of Dou Ming, who was nearly 190 cm, he looked incredibly small. As he stood on his tiptoes, his soft hair swayed gently. The way he tried to jump up made him look like a fluffy little bunny.

Instinctively, Dou Ming held Jiang Wan under his armpits, afraid he might fall.

But Jiang Wan thought Dou Ming was going to move him away, stopping him from his attempt to pin him against the door. Immediately, Jiang Wan loudly protested, “Dou Ming! It’s too late to back out now! I’m going to kiss you!”

Dou Ming paused, thought for a moment, then moved Jiang Wan to the side and headed toward the kitchen.

“!” Jiang Wan felt heartbroken and filled with regret.

He’d been careless!

When Dou Ming made a move, he got carried away!

As a little cutie, he should have lowered his head shyly, waiting for Dou Ming to lift his chin and gently place a kiss on his lips.

How could he have been so straightforward and blurted out what was in his heart like that!

Jiang Wan stood there, utterly dejected, not noticing that Dou Ming had returned with a small stool from the kitchen.

“All set,” Dou Ming placed the stool at Jiang Wan’s feet, then stood on the other side, leaning against the door, facing the stool.

Jiang Wan stared blankly at the stool.

Dou Ming explained with his actions, reaching out to lift Jiang Wan by his armpits and placing him onto the stool.

“Are you steady?” Dou Ming asked.

Jiang Wan looked up and found that he was now at eye level with Dou Ming.

His emotions were complicated.

This kid is too thoughtful.

“Steady,” Jiang Wan replied dryly.

Dou Ming nodded, gently released him, and with a slight smile said, “Now, please kiss me.”

His attitude was so calm, as if they were reviewing biology notes or something.

Jiang Wan’s face turned bright red.

Is it really this direct?!

With those piercing eyes staring at him, how was he supposed to make a move?

Jiang Wan locked eyes with Dou Ming, gazing at his smiling eyes and those sexy, thin lips. He couldn’t help but think of how Dou Ming might open his mouth, sink his sharp teeth into his gland, and inject that powerful Alpha pheromone. His body betrayed him, turning soft and damp.

Sweet Omega pheromones poured out continuously, drifting toward Dou Ming’s embrace.

I want it.

His Omega pheromones silently expressed his desire.

Dou Ming stepped forward, their noses almost touching. His lazy demeanor vanished, replaced by that of a lion suddenly noticing prey hidden in the grass.

The cedar scent surrounding Dou Ming became incredibly dangerous and invasive, wrapping itself around Jiang Wan, not content until it filled every pore, intent on dominating his Omega from the inside out.

Jiang Wan’s legs went weak, and he almost toppled off the stool. Thankfully, Dou Ming quickly reached out, wrapping his arm around Jiang Wan’s waist and pulling him into his arms.

Jiang Wan could feel the tightly muscled arms of the usually calm and composed boy holding him firmly, with one large hand gripping his waist.

Alpha strength really was something, to be able to hold up an adult male with one hand.

Wait, no, I’m still young.

Jiang Wan thought in a daze. I’m a high schooler. I’m a high schooler.

“If you don’t kiss me soon,” Dou Ming lowered his head, gently lifting Jiang Wan’s sharp chin, his gaze locked on Jiang Wan’s petal-soft lips, “I’m going to…” He leaned closer, the last few words lost between their lips, “…kiss you instead.”

Building a temporary mark through saliva seems even more thrilling than biting the gland.

Before Jiang Wan melted in Dou Ming’s arms, he couldn’t help but ponder.

Dou Ming made seven or eight dishes, and every dish had meat. Jiang Wan was startled. He wanted to act reserved, but then he remembered that on the first day they met, Dou Ming already knew he loved roasted pig trotters. What was there to hide now?

So, he happily dug in, eating to his heart’s content.

After the meal, Dou Ming didn’t rush to wash the dishes. He checked the time—it was almost eight o’clock.

“I’ll take you home now,” Dou Ming said.

Jiang Wan was shocked. “What? I’m going home to sleep tonight?”

Dou Ming was silent for a moment.

Jiang Wan belatedly blushed and cleared his throat. “I mean, yes, yes, it’s getting late. I should be heading home.” He made a show of looking at his phone. “Oh no, it’s already eight! Xue Ma is definitely going to scold me! My curfew is at 7:30.”

The lie came out as smooth as Dove chocolate, making him seem like a high schooler with strict parental rules.

Dou Ming ruffled Jiang Wan’s fluffy hair. “After we graduate, we can do it. Even without a permanent mark, I’ll always be responsible for you.”

Jiang Wan felt like he was about to explode from the heat. Did Dou Ming just make it sound like he was desperate?

He widened his eyes and shouted, “Do what? I don’t understand what you’re talking about!”

“Good, it’s better if you don’t understand.” Dou Ming flicked his forehead lightly, though it left a small red mark that made Dou Ming frown. “Did that hurt?” He gave his fingers a cold look.

His fingers were innocent, after all.

Jiang Wan touched his forehead, pulled out a small mirror, and nodded in satisfaction: My skin really is delicate.

“Nope.” Jiang Wan smiled, looking like a well-cared-for flower in a greenhouse. “But I’ve never experienced real pain, so I don’t know if I’m afraid of it.”

Dou Ming’s gaze darkened. He thought of the video where a younger Jiang Wan had been stabbed in the waist by a large man, casually wiping the blood onto the camera lens with a grin, as if it didn’t hurt at all.

Was it that he had never experienced real pain, or had he gone through so much that he had forgotten what pain even felt like?

Dou Ming’s heart ached.

Seeing his dark expression, Jiang Wan cautiously probed, “Are you regretting it? You don’t want me to go home?”

“I told you, we have to wait until we graduate.” Dou Ming composed himself, cast a glance at Jiang Wan, then went to push his bike.

Jiang Wan swore he saw disappointment and disdain in that glance.

No way, I’m not that desperate!

Jiang Wan thought, feeling guilty for no reason.

Before taking Jiang Wan home, Dou Ming didn’t forget to drape his jacket over him. The autumn night was chilly, and while a short sleeve was fine for Dou Ming, Jiang Wan was already feeling cold.

Wrapped in Dou Ming’s jacket, it felt like he was still in Dou Ming’s embrace, warm and filled with his favorite cedar scent. Jiang Wan hummed a little tune, swaying his legs, feeling happier and more content than ever before.

With a sudden “screech,” the bike came to a stop.

Jiang Wan was puzzled. How did they get home so fast? He was trying to think of an excuse to keep the jacket when he peeked around Dou Ming and saw that the road was blocked.

Two large rocks sealed the path tightly.

Looking down, he noticed a bunch of nails scattered across the ground, some of which had already punctured the bike tires.

Jiang Wan raised an eyebrow. Oh, so this is the kind of stunt the local punks like to pull?

Just as he thought that, loud, cocky laughter rang out, and seven or eight Alpha teens leaped out from behind the greenery, their faces full of mischief.

“Well, well, look what we’ve got here.”

“A couple out on a late-night date.”

“We’re from the infamous Evil Ghost Gang.”

“Hey, Alpha, leave that Omega behind, and we’ll spare your life.”

“Sweetheart, follow me, and I promise you’ll be treated better than this kid. I’m the boss of the Evil Ghost Gang, and everyone will call you ‘Sis’!”

“Yeah, that’s right! Sis, check out our boss. Doesn’t he have a better build than that high schooler? Look at these muscles!”

Jiang Wan listened with interest as the punks bantered back and forth. He played along, putting on a trembling act.

Seven or eight punks? Please, they weren’t even worth mentioning to him, let alone Dou Ming.

Dou Ming hadn’t said a word yet, probably stewing in anger.

After all, his Omega was being coveted.

Jiang Wan confidently glanced at Dou Ming, only to find him frowning slightly, looking troubled rather than angry.

What the heck!

Jiang Wan was furious and smacked Dou Ming’s back. “What’s wrong with you?” Why did he look like he was considering selling me off?!

Dou Ming gave Jiang Wan a deep look, then turned to the group of thugs and sighed, “Since you guys are in the underworld, you’ve probably heard of Brother Jiang, right?”

The leader of the thugs, a blond-haired teenager wearing a flashy floral shirt, skinny pants, and loafers, froze for a moment before bursting into laughter, as if he had just heard the biggest joke of his life. “You think you can scare me? Just look at you! How could you have anything to do with Brother Jiang? I’ve heard that Brother Jiang is always surrounded by hulking, muscle-bound guys who can crack boulders on their chests!”

He sneered at Dou Ming. While this kid was tall and had long legs, he wasn’t exactly a big, bulky guy. At best, his muscles were just nicely toned.

And judging by his face, this guy was clearly a local, not some foreign brute.

Feeling confident in his logic, the blond thug nodded, sure that his reasoning was flawless—there was no way this guy could be connected to Brother Jiang.

Dou Ming shook his head. “Of course, I’m not one of Brother Jiang’s lackeys.” He gave Jiang Wan another deep look before continuing, “I’m his lover.”

Blond thug: “…”

Jiang Wan: “…”

The blond thug had never imagined an Alpha could be the boyfriend of two different Omegas at the same time!

“Then what about him?” the thug stammered, pointing at Jiang Wan in disbelief.

Dou Ming turned to Jiang Wan, his face full of feigned regret. “Brother Jiang knows about us. Don’t worry, he won’t make things difficult for you.”

Jiang Wan had no idea that Dou Ming had already figured out his true identity, so he couldn’t catch the playful glint in Dou Ming’s eyes. Instead, Jiang Wan suddenly felt a bit wronged, and with his eyes slightly red, he gave a soft “Mm.”

The blond thug’s entire worldview shattered in an instant.

As a low-level Alpha, he had gathered a group of Alpha underlings and considered himself quite capable. But up until now, he hadn’t even held an Omega’s hand.

And now, this high school kid was casually claiming to have two Omegas.

This wasn’t just being a player; this was next-level scumbaggery that defied reason!

The blond thug shot Dou Ming a look full of condemnation.

Dou Ming, in a deep voice, said, “Now that you know my real identity, kindly move the rocks and pay for my tire repairs. Otherwise, I can’t promise Brother Jiang won’t come after you. After all, I’m his most beloved lover.”

Thinking about Brother Jiang’s notorious reputation, the blond thug couldn’t maintain his bravado in front of this high schooler who claimed to be Brother Jiang’s lover. He reluctantly swallowed his pride, ordered his underlings to move the rocks, and grudgingly paid for the tire repair.

Jiang Wan stood by Dou Ming, feeling dazed. Dou Ming patted his head gently, a smile in his eyes but with an apologetic expression on his face. “Sorry, I should’ve told you earlier.”

The blond thug, still fuming, didn’t dare approach Jiang Wan, but he raised his arm and shouted, “Hey, kid, honestly, it’s fine if you don’t come with me, but you should really stay away from scumbags like him!”