What causes an alpha’s susceptibility period has always been an unsolved mystery.
Theoretically, each alpha has a probability of becoming susceptible, and the higher the differentiation level, the more frequently it happens and more severe the symptoms.
“The susceptibility period only occurs between fully marked partners.” Lu Yunye countered.
“That’s right,” Song Wei nodded. “The so-called susceptibility period is actually the psychological gap caused by an alpha’s failure to get the attention of their omega partner. Top alphas tend to have stronger desires to possess and control, making symptoms of susceptibility more obvious.”
“But we’re not fully marked.” Lu Yunye’s expression became serious. “And the temporary mark is basically gone.”
“That’s the strange part,” Song Wei said. “There are also cases of susceptibility periods for couples that are not fully marked, but they are relatively rare.”
“Unless you are perfectly coupled.”
Perfect coupling means that an alpha and omega’s pheromones match 100%. A perfectly coupled alpha and omega will be highly consistent in spirit and sex, pheromones will have a stronger effect on each other, and their mutual dependence will also deepen.
It is said that the probability of a perfect coupling among the crowd is one in ten thousand, and very few actually find their other half.
Under normal circumstances, reaching an 80% pheromone match is already considered high, and emotionally harmonious couples rarely face the problem of susceptibility. Naturally Song Wei has only read about this kind of susceptibility period that happens without a complete mark in textbooks, and is eager to study Lu Yunye’s situation.
“It’s impossible,” Lu Yunye retorted. “Shi Yi has a gland defect.”
The premise of a 100% match is perfect fusion of pheromones, but Shi Yi’s glands don’t secrete pheromones. Thinking about the scent of unripe fruit, it was inconceivable to Lu Yunye how they’re pheromones would match.
“That’s the problem!” Song Wei clapped his hands. As long as a perfectly matched couple smells the other party’s pheromones, they will never forget it and cannot let go. It is an instinctive desire borne out of biology.
But Shi Yi has a gland defect. In other words, his glands are immature, so the pheromones he secrets are unknown, and even the level cannot be determined. It stands to reason that it shouldn’t have an impact on Lu Yunye.
“In short, your situation is complicated, and I still need to spend some time researching it.” Song Wei suggested, “If I have time, I can do a gland model match for you two.”
A gland model match is an analysis based on tissue fluid. The accuracy is not as good as testing pheromones directly, and is generally used for children with underdeveloped glands.
Lu Yunye hummed, but his eyes were a little dim. This matching degree is of no use to him. After all, the agreement between him and Shi Yi is only for three years. Shi Yi can get rid of the Shi family’s control, and he can better grasp control over the Lu family business. After that, the agreement ends.
Dropping the topic of gland testing, he instead asked, “How long will treatment take?”
“Treatment?” Song Wei raised his voice in surprise. “There is no clear treatment for susceptibility. It’s like an omega’s heat – you can only resist the urge yourself or use sedatives.”
“Of course, letting your omega stay with you is the easiest solution.”
“Then prescribe me some sedatives first.” Lu Yunye said.
“All medicines have side effects.” Song Wei persuaded earnestly, “Shi Yi seems easy to talk to, so why not ask him to take a few days off and take care of you at home?”
“I still have to go to work.” Lu Yunye insisted.
“Okay, I don’t understand the world of you company presidents.” Song Wei handed him two boxes of sedatives with fewer side effects. “At most, one tablet a day. Take it when you feel uncomfortable.”
Lu Yunye stretched out his hand to pick it up, but Song Wei dodged it, and asked again, “Got it?”
“En.” Lu Yunye could only nod his head, “Thank you.”
…
Seeing Song Wei coming back down the stairs, Shi Yi pushed the laptop lid down and greeted him. “How is Mr. Lu?”
“He is in very good health,” Song Wei said, “but is experiencing some symptoms similar to the susceptible period.”
“Susceptible period?” Shi Yi asked in surprise. “But I’m not completely marked…”
“Yes, I know,” Song Wei said indiscriminately. “You should spend more time with him when you’re free.”
After seeing Song Wei off, Shi Yi sat back in his seat suspiciously.
An alpha’s susceptibility period is like a nightmare to him. By nature, Shi Jinpeng is suspicious and tyrannical, and nearly every time he hit him, it was because of his susceptible period.
During the susceptible period, Shi Jinpeng becomes extremely crazy and can’t tolerate the presence of other people around Shu Wen. The young Shi Yi became the primary target of his attack.
The most serious time, Shi Jinpeng kicked him away, causing him to fly out and damaging his glands. Coupled with the overwhelming suppression of an alpha’s attack pheromones, it sent Shi Yi straight into a coma.
It was also after that that Shu Wen’s desire to leave the Shi house increased like crazy. However, after escaping again and again, and being brought back by Shi Jinpeng, what awaited him was only more imprisonment and torture.
After his gland was injured at the age of ten, many of his childhood memories were lost. However, Shi Yi was still instinctively afraid of Shi Jinpeng, afraid of susceptible alphas, and even felt uncomfortable when he heard this word.
But now, his married husband has the same symptoms, and he is morally obligated to accompany him and help him overcome his difficulties.
But thinking about susceptible alphas, Shi Yi almost subconsciously remembered Shu Wen’s appearance of being covered in bruises. Hatred for and fear of Shi Jinpeng entangled him like a net, covering him tightly.
Shi Yi returned to his room in a daze, and Lu Yunye never came out.
Theirs was just a marriage agreement, Shi Yi persuaded himself in his heart. The contract did not list any responsibilities to support each other’s daily lives. What’s more… who knows what Lu Yunye’s susceptible period looks like. If he’s like Shi Jinpeng…
After finishing his work in his room, he went to take a shower. It was past ten o’clock in the evening, and Lu Yunye was still in the study.
Shi Yi turned on a sleep aid video and closed his eyes. Comfortable rustling sounds echoed in the earphones, but Shi Yi’s brain was unable to relax.
He thought of the way Lu Yunye broke into the house to rescue him from Feng Muqing, the cedar-like pheromone with a sharp fragrance, the silent companionship in the dark night… And today, Lu Yunye’s sudden appearance in the studio, supporting him during his difficult times.
Lu Yunye is not like Shi Jinpeng.
The video finished and began to replay on repeat. Shi Yi took off his earphones and walked out of the room.
He walked to Lu Yunye’s study, took a deep breath, and knocked on the door.
Lu Yunye did not respond.
Just when Shi Yi was about to knock for the second time, the door suddenly opened inward.
Lu Yunye had removed his shirt, revealing a broad chest covered with fine beads of sweat. He suppressed his heavy breathing and said, “What are you doing here?”
“I, uh…”
Shi Yi’s breath was stagnant – he has never seen Lu Yunye like this before.
Although he knew that the other party was a top alpha, Lu Yunye had always been restrained and polite in front of him. Except for that first night, not to mention being topless, he’s never even seen his clothes disheveled.
But now, the veins on the back of Lu Yunye’s hand were bulging as he gripped the door frame. His eyes were bloodshot and his chest heaved with every breath, like a trapped animal.
Shi Yi took a step back almost subconsciously. The fear of being dominated rose up, but he suppressed the urge to leave, and said with difficulty, “Do you need help? I can…”
He was at a rare loss for words. The eyes Lu Yunye looked at him were full of possessiveness top alphas have towards their partners.
Lu Yunye took a deep look at him, then turned his body sideways. “Come in.”
As soon as Shi Yi entered the study, he was enveloped by the increasingly intense cedar pheromones. Several pieces of clothes were piled haphazardly on the sofa, crumpled and out of shape.
Lu Yunye looked at the omega standing in front of him. He seemed terrified, hands and feet frozen, and eyes darting not knowing where to look.
Why did Shi Yi become so afraid just by entering his study? He was so calm and composed when dealing with the chaos in the studio this morning,
But the amazing thing is that ever since Shi Yi entered the room, Lu Yunye felt the tyrannical blood in his body gradually calm down. If there was a little more pheromone…
Recalling the sweet peach-flavored pheromone in his memory, Lu Yunye closed his eyes, and walked in Shi Yi’s direction.
“Give me a hug.”
Lu Yunye’s voice was hoarse like never before, and the timbre was as thick as flowing metal. Shi Yi froze for a moment, then he was enveloped by the tall alpha’s embrace. His height was only up to Lu Yunye’s chin, and his eyes reached the clearly protruding adam’s apple.
Lu Yunye leaned over slightly, and hugged him fiercely. The alpha’s chest was hot, hard and sturdy, filled with a unique male scent.
The aggression in the cedar pheromones finally subsided in lieu of courtship. It was like a pine forest covered with icicles, reflecting sunlight crystal-clearly, but without much warmth.
Shi Yi’s breathing became rapid, inevitably affected by the alpha’s strong and domineering courtship intention.
Lu Yunye’s breath drew closer, bringing with it scorching heat. Shi Yi closed his eyes, and felt Lu Yunye turn his face sideways, gradually getting close to the glands at the back of his neck.
Alphas lose control during the susceptible period, whether it is Lu Yunye or Shi Jinpeng, it is the same.
Just when he was ready to be bitten, Lu Yunye suddenly stopped.
He seemed to be trying to restrain himself. Shi Yi was so nervous that his whole body stiffened, and he couldn’t move.
In the end, a kiss landed on his gland lightly.
Lu Yunye’s lips were also hot, and Shi Yi trembled uncontrollably. The fresh scent of unripe fruit overflowed immediately.
Shi Yi slightly opened his eyes… It’s a feeling he’s never felt before.
The titular susceptibility period is finally here! 🎉
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