Her first night in this other world was easier than she had imagined.
There was no lingering attachment to the original world; in fact, there was a sense of relief.
She had no idea what Zuo Baixuan was feeling as she tidied up her bathrobe and the mess in the bedroom. She also had no idea that after locking the door, Zuo Baixuan had used a chair to prop the handle shut and spent the night searching for terms like "Alpha personality and pheromone mutation" before finally falling asleep late at night.
Luan Yenan slept soundly, and opened her eyes the next morning when the sunlight streamed through the window into the penthouse.
Apart from a slight headache, I feel great all over.
After getting up and washing up, I took the most plain-colored shirt from the closet and put it on.
Holding a water glass, I walked barefoot to the privacy glass of the floor-to-ceiling window.
I stretched and leaned lazily against the wall, gazing at the surrounding buildings and the unfamiliar street scene under the morning light, before drinking my first glass of water and the medicine I had been prescribed yesterday.
The weather is great today.
Under the azure sky, the sunlight awakens all life.
Houses of varying heights and staggered shapes lie quietly in the sunlight, telling the story of the city; vehicles flow by, proclaiming the city's vitality.
Looking at this new world, Luan Yenan finished the whole glass of water with satisfaction.
I took out my phone and browsed the news from around the world.
If I hadn't fallen asleep the moment my head hit the bed last night, I would have finished this task in bed by now.
"Gurgle~" Her stomach was empty, reminding her that she needed to eat.
Then she remembered that she hadn't eaten since she came into this world.
I thought I'd go to the kitchen to see if there was anything I could grab a bite to eat.
In her original world, she was the same.
Breakfast is usually something like oatmeal, toast, and eggs—easy to prepare and nutritious.
When she has the means, she'll eat some fine food; when she doesn't, she's not picky about food, as long as it fills her stomach, after all...
It smells so good.
The smell of cooking in the kitchen interrupted Luan Yenan's train of thought.
"You're awake! Perfect timing... Ah! You! Why aren't you dressed!"
Looking up, I saw Zuo Baixuan frantically covering her face with a rice spoon.
Luan Yenan was well aware of her attire, but didn't think there was anything wrong with it.
The shirt was buttoned up to the chest, covering everything that needed to be covered.
There's no way an Omega would be at a disadvantage looking at an Alpha.
Besides, she had also admired Zuo Baixuan yesterday.
"I'm wearing a shirt, what's the problem? Feel free to look, it won't hurt me. I looked at you yesterday too, so we're even." Luan Yenan's tone became lighter without her noticing.
Playing with the little girl in front of me first thing in the morning successfully helped to brighten her day.
She pulled out the seat opposite Zuo Baixuan, sat down comfortably, lightly touched the ground with one foot, and half-dangled the other leg, crossing her legs.
Last night, I was halfway through writing the draft contract when it was left unused and lying on the side of the dining table, being held down by a magazine to prevent it from being blown away by the wind from walking around.
Only after Luan Yenan started eating breakfast did Zuo Baixuan put down her hand and glance at Luan Yenan.
Wearing a shirt that subtly reveals the black and red hues underneath, it's somewhat sexy, and all the fabric does indeed cover her up well.
If her status and Luan Yenan's were not so drastically different, she would have chosen to refute him at this moment.
For example, ask her what she meant by what she just said. Yesterday she blatantly glanced at her several times. Was it really on purpose?
Besides, what does it mean to be even? One person watched intentionally and voluntarily, while the other was forced to watch. How can they be the same?
Zuo Baixuan held back; she couldn't say these words. Once they were spoken, the atmosphere would definitely change uncontrollably.
Luan Yenan picked up a delicious shrimp, observed Zuo Baixuan's expression, and subtly swung his crossed legs.
The two ate their meal in silence, yet the atmosphere was surprisingly harmonious.
Luan Yenan was in a good mood.
Being surrounded by a warm breakfast on the table brings the same sense of comfort as waking up in the morning and watching the city awaken.
The hot porridge flowing from the mouth down the esophagus into the stomach, soothing the hunger within.
A thin layer of sweat appeared on my forehead from the warmth, a satisfying ending.
"Let's go out and buy a few outfits today. I'll buy you two too. Do you have any shopping recommendations?" Luan Yenan put down his chopsticks.
Zuo Baixuan also stopped, not understanding the meaning of Luan Yenan's question, since she could clearly make the decision herself.
Is it to check if the pet rabbit is behaving well today?
Of course, she wouldn't be so tactless as to say that she already has clothes to wear and doesn't need to buy new ones.
As the service provider, all I need to do is cooperate with the client to complete the task. Even if it's a dress-up game that the client has a strange hobby, that's fine.
Being a contractor who fully complies with the client's requirements is easier than playing the role of a harmless little rabbit.
“I don’t usually spend much, so the shops I go to might not be suitable for you. You could…”
The opinions haven't all been given yet.
Luan Yenan interrupted her: "I just need to go to the store you usually go to. There are a few dresses in your closet that I really like, but they're too small for me."
Luan Yenan made no attempt to hide his feelings, and his straightforward remarks left Zuo Baixuan momentarily at a loss for how to refuse.
More importantly, this statement is highly unusual.
Even someone like her, who has absolutely no interest in school gossip, had heard about the two main characteristics of this rich kid besides being crazy and a scumbag.
First, she doesn't wear skirts. Even when she has to dress formally for a formal occasion, she will choose a suit instead of a gown.
Secondly, she hates all cheap items. Even when she has fallen out with her family and is completely broke and in debt, she still insists on appearing in front of everyone dressed in designer brands.
Zuo Baixuan also deeply understands these two points.
Every time she saw Luan Yenan, she was wearing trousers.
When she arrived at her adoptive parents' house.
Even though it was the hottest time of summer, they were still wearing leather riding breeches and long leather boots.
Her adoptive parents brought out the best things in their home to entertain her, but she never even glanced at them. She even bluntly told them to "take the cheap stuff away," while her adoptive parents stood by obsequiously, like lackeys, repeatedly agreeing and apologizing for their neglect.
In the morning, she prepared breakfast and examined the contents of the refrigerator, selecting the best ingredients as raw materials and placing them in front of Luan Yenan.
But just now I saw Luan Yenan pick up two bites of a one-yuan packet of pickled vegetables, which Zuo Baixuan had prepared for her, and she ate them happily.
After the meal, Zuo Baixuan even caught a faint smile of satisfaction on the man's face.
Bathed in the soft morning sunlight, it looked exceptionally clean, like a non-aggressive domestic cat.
Zuo Baixuan was almost deceived by this purity.
Now, thinking about it carefully, everything from the past to the present, from yesterday to today, seems amiss.
Is this person pretending to be weak while actually being strong, or does he/she have a mental illness such as dissociative identity disorder?
...
Regardless of why Luan Yenan insisted on experiencing ordinary life, Zuo Baixuan still took her to where she was going.
This is a clothing store located in a small alley on the edge of a commercial area.
After the car arrived at the nearest shopping mall, the two of them had to walk across a street and turn left and right through alleys to reach their destination.
Zuo Baixuan, dressed in casual clothes and sneakers, walked ahead, her youthful beauty matching her status as a college student.
Luan Yenan followed behind at a leisurely pace.
She was still wearing the same shirt she wore to dinner, paired with simple casual suit trousers. A simple collarbone necklace added to her elegant look.
She then covered the conspicuous wound with a loose baseball cap, looking like a sophisticated urban woman who had wandered into this place by mistake.
The two walked at a distance that was neither too close nor too far apart, stepping on the uneven stone path, their pace surprisingly in sync.
"This is the place." Zuo Baixuan pointed to the side.
A small shop that can only serve five or six customers at a time.
The sign only had a single character "一" written on it, and there were also some faint traces of damage next to it.
It's obvious that this store hasn't been renovated in a long time.
Zuo Baixuan explained, "This store was already an established business when I was in college. Its full name is 'A Clothing Store.' It's quite popular with students and young people who have just started working."
Luan Yenan looked into the store with a bright smile in his eyes, completely unaware of Zuo Baixuan's deliberate mention of the keyword "youth".
The original owner of this body had only graduated three years ago, so of course they were still young, as was I.
There were two female shop assistants, one tall and one short, serving three customers. The shop was already packed.
With a crisp tinkling of the little bell on the door, Luan Yenan walked in.
The shop had a somber smell, which was stirred up by the creaking of a small electric fan. The breeze carried the lingering scent of plastic bags and dye from clothes, and it certainly had nothing to do with being high-end.
Luan Yenan was dressed in designer clothes, and even the simplest baseball cap was a five-figure design, which was somewhat out of place with the atmosphere here.
But this little shop reminded her of the early days of her business, when she spent a lot of money on two or three sets of clothes specifically to attract investment.
The other clothes were also found in this kind of clothing store; they are very cost-effective.
As long as you have good taste, you can find comfortable and stylish everyday outfits for commuting at low prices here.
With careful styling, you can even find styles that will make you stand out even in formal occasions.
The shop assistant was as warm and welcoming as ever: "Come in and take a look! What are you looking for? I can show you around. We've got a lot of new stuff lately."
The original three guests were about to leave.
As I passed by Zuo Baixuan, I could still hear them talking about Luan Yenan.
"That older sister looks so elegant."
"Yes, she has a strong presence. I didn't dare to look at her for long. She has a model's figure, and her energy is different when she stands there."
"She must be a clothes hanger, otherwise I would have stayed to watch her change if I hadn't had class."