RT Chapter 8
by VolareShu Lin knew he was being impudent and said with some annoyance, “Yes, I’m sorry… I didn’t mean to pry into anything…”
Discussing sensitive political events was one thing for the public in private, but government officials couldn’t reveal inside information to irrelevant people.
Shao Chengxi stared at his still-immature and beautiful face, “Eat quickly.”
“Mm.” Shu Lin buried himself in his food.
This time, the explosion at City Central Hospital resulted in even more casualties than the chemical factory explosion. Except for Shu Jingcheng and Shu Lingxiao, who were rescued in time, none of the others on the twelfth floor survived.
Government departments had clearly defined responsibilities and authority. The specific person in charge of public security in the city wasn’t Shao Chengxi.
Of course, he knew all the specifics, but he couldn’t reveal them himself.
He looked at the obedient little Omega eating beside him, hesitating for a few seconds.
He had originally planned to take him back tonight to talk about meeting his grandfather, but looking at the little Omega’s condition…
He glanced at the two people on the hospital bed.
Maybe another day.
Raising his wrist to check the time, Shao Chengxi knew he had to leave.
Just as he was about to get up, he was suddenly stopped by a voice.
“Thank you, sir.” Shu Lin looked into his eyes, full of sincerity.
Shao Chengxi raised an eyebrow slightly, “Thank you for what?”
“Thank you…” Shu Lin’s eyes were wet, “For saving my family.”
Shao Chengxi’s lips curved slightly, his eyes showing a rare gentleness, “You are my Omega. Whether from a legal or moral standpoint, your family is my family. Protecting family is my duty.”
Shu Lin’s eyes flickered, and he hurriedly avoided Shao Chengxi’s gaze.
He almost forgot that he and Shao Chengxi had a deal.
From now on, he had to focus on this Alpha and wholeheartedly be his Omega.
However, he had no idea how to be the Omega of a Minister of Defense.
Did he have to sleep with him during his rut?
Thinking of this, Shu Lin’s face flushed.
He had seen what Alphas looked like during their rut in physiology class – like out-of-control beasts.
The textbook said that the higher the level of the Alpha, the stronger their bestial nature during their rut, and only Omegas with a pheromone compatibility of over 95% could withstand their impact.
His pheromone compatibility with Shao Chengxi was as high as 99%. Theoretically, he should be able to withstand Shao Chengxi’s rut.
That’s right, he should be able to.
Don’t be afraid, he can do it.
He was a US-Class Omega, he had to believe in his abilities.
“I should go. Take down my private number and contact me anytime if anything happens.”
“Ah?” Shu Lin was a little slow to react, “Oh, oh, wait a moment, I’ll get my phone…”
“Tell me your number, and I’ll call you.”
Shu Lin stopped halfway through his turn, his face embarrassed, and turned back properly, stuttering as he recited his phone number.
As soon as he finished reciting it, his phone rang.
Shao Chengxi neatly put away his phone, “Okay, I’m leaving.”
Shu Lin blinked at him a few times, “Oh, then, then I’ll see you off, you, be careful.”
Shao Chengxi: “…”
“Your, your” – Did you get used to saying it?
Was he that old?
Imperceptibly pursing his lips, he stared at Shu Lin and said:
“I’ve arranged for the best caregiver at the hospital. You don’t have to do everything yourself. From now on, you have to get used to delegating these small things to others. This is the first thing you should learn after becoming my Omega.”
Shu Lin nodded obediently, “You, don’t worry, I, I will learn slowly.”
Shao Chengxi: “…”
He took a light breath and left.
The morning sunlight streamed into the ward through the curtains, and Shu Lin was sleeping soundly beside the bed.
After Shao Chengxi left, he didn’t go to the resting room next door to sleep.
The nurse had specifically added a bed for him in this ward, but he wasn’t at ease. He only felt at peace when he was by his unconscious father’s side.
Suddenly, he felt someone touch his head.
“Xiao Lin…”
Shu Lin opened his eyes groggily and saw his father looking at him kindly.
“Dad! You’re awake!”
Shu Jingcheng weakly moved the corners of his mouth, “My Xiao Lin was frightened, wasn’t he? Don’t be afraid, Dad’s fine…”
At this time, Shu Lingxiao also woke up, looking much better than yesterday.
Just as the family of three was about to talk, the door of the ward was gently knocked, and then a group of people in white coats filed in.
Leading them was a gray-haired chief physician, followed by five or six young doctors and nurses.
“Good morning,” the chief physician said with a kind smile, “I am Chen Mingyuan, the Director of Internal Medicine at Shao’s Hospital, and this is Zhang Huaiping, the Director of Surgery. We will be leading the rounds today.”
Shu Lin quickly stood up, “Hello, Director Chen, hello, Director Zhang…”
“Oh dear, Mr. Shu, please sit down,” Chen Mingyuan quickly waved his hand, “No need to be so polite.”
Shu Jingcheng and Shu Lingxiao exchanged glances, their eyes full of surprise.
This was actually Shao’s Hospital, a noble hospital where the Imperial Capital’s tycoons received treatment.
There were strict identity restrictions to enter this hospital. How could people from ordinary families like them receive treatment here?
And they were immediately being personally attended to by two chief physicians.
Moreover, they were being too polite to Shu Lin, a family member of the patient.
“Mr. Shu has finally woken up. How are you feeling now?”
Chen Mingyuan personally examined Shu Jingcheng with a kind attitude.
Shu Jingcheng was a little overwhelmed, “Besides feeling weak, there’s nothing else…”
“That’s normal,” Chen Mingyuan explained as he recorded, “You just had stomach cancer surgery and just survived the hospital explosion. You need enough time to recover.”
“Miss Shu?” Zhang Huaiping asked Shu Lingxiao, “Is your wound still hurting?”
Shu Lingxiao shook her head, “It doesn’t hurt much anymore. It’s just a fracture. I’ll be fine after resting for a while…”
Before she could finish speaking, a male Omega nurse came forward with a tray, “This is a painkiller, it’s very effective. You can try it if it hurts badly.”
Shu Lingxiao shook her head, “No need.”
“Yes, you need it, you need it,” the male nurse said enthusiastically, “You are the most important patient in our hospital right now. You must use the best medicine!”
The doubt in Shu Lingxiao’s eyes deepened.
Shu Lin stood aside, feeling uncomfortable all over.
The eyes of all the medical staff glanced at him from time to time, and the flattery and curiosity in their eyes were too obvious.
“Mr. Shu,” a young doctor came over, “Would you like to go to the lounge to rest? We’ll take care of things here.”
“No, no, I’m not tired.” Shu Lin quickly waved his hand.
At the end of the ward round, Chen Mingyuan specifically walked up to Shu Lin, “Mr. Shu, if you need anything, press the call bell at any time. Minister Shao specifically instructed us to take good care of you and your family.”
Shu Lin’s face revealed a guilty look, and he didn’t dare to look at his father and sister, “Th-thank you…”
After the medical staff left, the ward fell into a brief silence.
“Xiao Lin,” Shu Lingxiao said first, “I think Dad and I need an explanation from you.”
“I…” Shu Lin lowered his head, not knowing where to start.
“Xiao Lin,” Shu Jingcheng also said, “Are you hiding something from us?”
Shu Lin’s eyes suddenly turned red.