After Transmigrating as a Scum Alpha, Both the Heroine and I Fell Hard (Transmigration) - Chapter 12

“Hiss… my mouth…” As soon as the words left her lips, Ruan Tang regretted them.

Because the moment Song Chenxi heard her voice, she stopped her spoon mid-air and looked at her with concern and confusion.

Her Master never spoke to her while eating, because she disliked it. Moreover, her Master didn’t wish to hear her speak at all.

“You bitch, you’re so noisy. Can’t you have some manners? No talking at the table, no talking in bed. Understand?” Back then, Ruan Tang had only called out “Master” once before being subjected to all sorts of insults. Her Master had even smashed a bowl in a fit of rage, then sat back with her arms crossed and legs regally hooked, enjoying the sight of Ruan Tang’s pathetic state as she knelt on the floor to pick up the shards.

“I’m… I’m sorry.” Ruan Tang lowered her head, looking at her tiny reflection in the tea.

She could feel the Alpha’s gaze like needles on her back. She didn’t know how her Master would punish her this time. Would she splash the tea in her face? Or perhaps smash a few more bowls and make her crawl on the ground to pick them up?

“What’s wrong, Ruan Tang?” Song Chenxi had noticed something off when Ruan Tang spoke—she sounded a bit “thick-tongued.”

Ruan Tang shook her head vigorously, her straight bangs swaying with the movement.

This little Omega was the most stubborn person Song Chenxi had ever met. The more she insisted she was fine, the more something was actually wrong. She always looked like she didn’t want to trouble anyone, choosing to endure everything in silence. This kind of “being sensible” was truly heart-wrenching.

Song Chenxi set down her bowl and spoon, asking nervously, “Ruan Tang, are you feeling unwell anywhere?”

Ruan Tang looked up at her. Her black pupils were bloodshot, as if she were in agony or hadn’t slept for days. The more the girl remained silent, the more Song Chenxi worried.

She moved a bit closer. “Don’t be afraid…”

Before she could finish, Ruan Tang shook her head immediately. “No… no, not unwell.”

Her speech was very slow, making her sound like a child who had only recently learned to talk. After speaking, Ruan Tang lowered her head in fear, her whole body on high alert. Her pronunciation of the word “unwell” was slightly odd, sounding more like “un-swell.”

Song Chenxi’s brow furrowed slightly, her beautiful phoenix eyes full of worry. She gently took Ruan Tang’s arms in her hands and leaned closer. “Ruan Tang, look at me.”

Nervous, Ruan Tang blinked rapidly. Not daring to disobey, she shakily straightened her neck to look at the Alpha.

“Don’t be afraid. I won’t scold you. Just tell me, where does it hurt?” Song Chenxi’s face was calm, her tone tender.

“I’m… I’m sorry, Master. I didn’t mean it. I… I was wrong…” However, the words that came out were yet another apology.

Ruan Tang didn’t dare say more. She stared at the light-colored tea in her bowl, quietly waiting for her Master’s storm to break.

One second, two seconds…

“Ruan Tang, you haven’t done anything to be sorry for. Truly.” Song Chenxi kept her voice low, trying her best not to startle her. She watched Ruan Tang steadily, not rushing her.

Seeing the Alpha’s sincere gaze, Ruan Tang opened her mouth slightly and said unclearly, “My mouth… there’s something… something growing inside…”

Song Chenxi’s brow knitted even tighter with worry. “Something growing?”

Ruan Tang gave a timid “um,” then quickly shook her head. “It’s… it doesn’t matter. I… I’m fine.”

“Open your mouth and let me see.” Song Chenxi released Ruan Tang’s arms and instead cupped her face. “Ah…”

“Ah…” Ruan Tang followed suit.

By the light of the room, Song Chenxi saw a small water blister on Ruan Tang’s tongue, caused by the hot tea earlier. A blister on the tip of the tongue meant the surface skin was damaged, which would cause sharp pain.

Eating ice can relieve pain and reduce the extent of the damage to a burn. Song Chenxi took a few steps to the fridge, found an ice cube, and brought it out. “Here, lick this.”

Her Master had made her lick many things, but an ice cube was a first. In the past, ice cubes hadn’t been used this way. Ruan Tang was a bit lost, but not wanting to upset her Master, she obediently poked out the tip of her tongue.

When the pink tip of her tongue touched the ice, Ruan Tang flinched at the cold sting, then licked it again. It did indeed feel much better. The ice melted quickly, the transparent liquid flowing slowly down Song Chenxi’s fingers.

Song Chenxi suddenly met Ruan Tang’s gaze—a pair of large, watery eyes looking very obedient. The scene was… quite strange. Song Chenxi immediately looked away, the tips of her ears turning slightly red.

After a while, Ruan Tang drained the rest of her tea in one gulp.

“How is it?” Song Chenxi asked expectantly. “Is it okay?”

In her previous life, whenever she had her period, Song Chenxi would buy those instant ginger and brown sugar tea packets. If the pain was bad, she’d drink two. Now, tasting what she had brewed herself, the flavor wasn’t bad at all.

Ruan Tang finished, licked her lips, and blinked shyly. Her voice sounded soft and “milky” as she said, “So sweet. It’s delicious.”

“Right? Thanks for the compliment. I’ll keep up the good work,” Song Chenxi laughed brightly. “Do it yourself, and you’ll have plenty to eat and wear.”

Ruan Tang’s fingers gripped her bowl tighter, her knuckles turning white. Does this Alpha really think that way?

After finishing her drink, Song Chenxi didn’t leave. She leaned her hands on the marble island, resting her chin as she watched Ruan Tang’s back while she washed the dishes. Suddenly, Ruan Tang let out a small sneeze.

The relaxed look on Song Chenxi’s face was instantly replaced by worry. “Ruan Tang, you didn’t actually catch a cold, did you?” She followed this with a quiet “ptui,” scolding herself mentally for being a jinx.

Ruan Tang sniffled. “No, no, cold.” Her voice quickly became a bit raspy. “I… not… sick.”

Omegas had weak constitutions, and S-rank Omegas were even worse. With her pheromone disorder, malnutrition, and long-term inhumane abuse, Ruan Tang’s body simply couldn’t withstand any more strain; a bit of wind or rain could easily break her.

Song Chenxi walked to Ruan Tang’s side and touched her forehead. It felt slightly cool. Fortunately, no fever.

“Alright, our Ruan Tang isn’t sick. She’s healthy!” With that, she took the bowl and spoon from Ruan Tang and bent down to stack them neatly in the drying rack.

Seeing Song Chenxi’s furrowed brow, Ruan Tang panicked visibly. “I… really, no cold.”

Seeing Ruan Tang deny it so vehemently, Song Chenxi could do nothing but gently pat the top of the girl’s head and nod. “Mhm, okay.”

Ruan Tang’s hair was still damp, carrying the moisture from her shower. Song Chenxi gave her cheek a playful pinch and said, “Come here, I’ll blow-dry your hair.”

“Huh?” Ruan Tang’s pupils dilated. She shook her head quickly. “Such a troublesome thing, no need… no need…”

“Ruan Tang, be good. It’s not troublesome at all.” Under the warm yellow light, Song Chenxi’s long lashes cast soft shadows on her face.

Ruan Tang sat obediently on the sofa as the sound of the hairdryer drifted from above her head. She tried her best to keep her back straight, hands flat on her pressed-together legs, not daring to move an inch.