RT Chapter 149

Chapter 149 The Most Precious Gift

At the family dinner in the evening, Shu Lin looked slightly pale.

He sat quietly next to Shao Chengxi, listless, and barely spoke.

He hardly touched the exquisite dishes in front of him.

Shu Jingcheng, sitting beside him, lowered his voice and asked, “Xiao Lin, no appetite? Are you feeling unwell?”

Thinking of the absurdity with Shao Chengxi, Shu Lin stammered guiltily, “Dad, I’m fine. Maybe I’m just a little tired from the interview today.”

Shu Jingcheng frowned. He felt that his son had been acting strange these past few days.

It seemed like…

He wanted to inquire further, but was interrupted by Shao Tingrui’s speech.

“So far,” Shao Tingrui looked around at everyone, his voice resonant, “the Shao family has completely overcome this difficult time, turning danger into safety, thanks to the joint efforts of everyone.”

His gaze landed approvingly on Shao Shiyan: “Especially Shiyan, at such a young age, able to remain calm in the face of adversity and withstand pressure, well done.”

Shao Shiyan smiled modestly, “It’s all thanks to everyone’s efforts. I just seized the opportunity.”

“Here, I want to especially thank Sister Lingxiao, thank you for your help.”

Shao Bingheng took over, “Father is right. Shiyan has indeed impressed us this time.”

“In the future, I will gradually let him take charge of the Shao Group’s affairs.”

As he said this, he turned to Shao Yuanheng, who was sitting in the corner, and said, “Yuanheng, as the eldest brother, you performed well this time, setting an example for your younger brother.”

“In the future, the Shao Group will rely on you two brothers to hold the fort. Work well with Shiyan to stabilize the group.”

“Do you hear me?”

Shao Yuanheng, who was called out, was stunned. His eyes instantly welled up with tears, and he solemnly raised his glass, “Thank you, Father, for not abandoning me. Don’t worry, I will assist Shiyan well and protect our Shao family.”

The elders looked at him, very pleased.

Through this crisis, the younger generation of the Shao family had grown rapidly and could stand up to face the storm. It was indeed a gratifying thing.

Of course, Shao Chengxi was even more so.

Also, everyone knew very well that the Shu Lingxiao and Shu Lin siblings played a role in this crisis that was no less important than the Shao family’s three brothers.

They were already an indispensable key part of the Shao family.

Although it was not explicitly stated, it was remembered in their hearts.

Saying too many words of gratitude would seem too distant.

Noticing Shao Shiyan’s infatuated gaze towards Shu Lingxiao, Shao Bingheng was anxious for his youngest son.

In the past, he was against Shao Shiyan and Shu Lingxiao being together.

Now, the more he looked at Shu Lingxiao, the more he liked her.

Others might not know, but he, as a father, knew it well.

If it weren’t for Shu Lingxiao taking charge of the overall situation, his youngest son wouldn’t have been so promising this time.

Thinking about it carefully, they were quite a good match.

Tsk, it’s just that Shu Lingxiao didn’t fancy his youngest son.

With Shu Lingxiao’s personality, his youngest son’s love life would indeed be difficult.

How could he help his youngest son?

Shao Bingheng, the old father, not only embarked on the path of forgetting his roots but also actively wanted to be a strategist for his youngest son.

The atmosphere of this birthday banquet was particularly good.

The Shao family felt an unprecedented unity, and the family cohesion was stronger than ever.

Everyone had a sense of relief and cherishment after surviving a catastrophe.

“Chengxi, happy birthday.” Everyone raised their glasses, smiling and sincerely congratulating Shao Chengxi.

Shu Lin, as Shao Chengxi’s Omega, was naturally equally happy.

He laughed and raised his glass with everyone, sipping the wine.

But the moment the alcohol slid down his throat, his stomach felt faintly uncomfortable again.

Actually, this feeling had been going on for two or three days.

It wasn’t very painful, but he just didn’t feel very comfortable.

He frowned slightly, took a deep breath, and suppressed the discomfort.

Shao Chengxi was called away by several uncles and was talking, not noticing his abnormality.

Shu Lin endured for a while and quietly got up, deciding to go to the restroom.

The lights in the hallway were not as bright as in the hall, and the further he walked, the more he felt something was wrong.

His body was inexplicably off, and his breathing gradually became rapid.

“…No way?”

He suddenly stopped, his pupils shrinking.

Then, a sweet apricot-scented Pheromone uncontrollably overflowed.

He hadn’t felt this way in a long time.

Yet it felt familiar.

He hurried into the restroom, locked the door, leaned against the wall, and slid to the ground.

Shu Lin’s fingertips trembled as he reached into his pocket, wanting to find his phone to call Shao Chengxi.

But he realized that he had left his phone on the table when he came.

“…Husband…” he murmured unconsciously, his eyes reddening.

The Pheromone grew stronger, the sweet apricot scent filling the entire space.

His consciousness blurred.

So, he’d been feeling listless these past few days, and his appetite was bad, all precursors.

He hadn’t thought of it that way.

Mainly because it had been so long, he had overlooked it.

Fortunately, he was at Shao Residence, not outside.

Otherwise, he would have been utterly humiliated.

Of course, being at Shao Residence would also be embarrassing, but not as much.

Just as he was helpless, footsteps came from far away outside the door.

“Baby?” Shao Chengxi’s anxious voice sounded with knocking, “Are you in there? Baby…”

Shu Lin wanted to respond, but his words turned into a sob.

The Alpha outside could feel his Omega’s abnormality, and his Pheromone instantly surged.

“Bang!”

The door lock was violently kicked open.

Shao Chengxi stood at the door, his eyes dark.

When he saw Shu Lin huddled on the ground, his eyes instantly darkened.

So that’s what it was.

He understood.

“Husband…” Shu Lin reached out to him with teary eyes.

Shao Chengxi knelt on one knee, picked him up in one arm, continuously releasing his icy Pheromone, his voice hoarse, “Baby, don’t be afraid, your husband is here, don’t be afraid…”

Shao Chengxi used his Alpha Pheromone to soothe him, and Shu Lin’s consciousness recovered a little.

Thinking that he would be carried out by Shao Chengxi like this, Shu Lin anxiously sobbed, “Husband, I don’t want anyone to see…it’s so embarrassing…”

Shao Chengxi looked down at the Omega in his arms, “Baby, don’t worry, I promise, no one but me will see you.”

He wouldn’t allow it.

After calling Shao Shiyan, Shao Chengxi carried Shu Lin out of the restroom.

When they reached the hall, no one was there.

He quickly returned to the bedroom, his eyes churning.

He had finally waited.

“Baby, this is the most precious birthday gift you’ve given me. I’m so happy…”

He kissed Shu Lin.