"Xiaoliang..."
Lu Zhizhao whispered Su Liang's name, because only in this way could he forget the fear that nightmares brought him.
However, the young man in the snake cave knew nothing about Lu Zhizhao's attachment to him. He was still smiling as he tried to comfort his sister, and his words were full of affection for the snake cave and the "poisonous snakes".
"Yeah, they are really nice people. I think the snake master is not as scary as everyone says..."
A young boy's clear voice came from the other side of the screen.
Just a few words made Lu Zhizhao's face twisted instantly.
"Don't believe them, Xiaoliang, you've been deceived. There are no good people in the snake cave. They are just a bunch of lunatics and butchers!"
Even though he knew that Su Liang had no chance of hearing his voice, Lu Zhizhao still growled in a hoarse voice.
Whether it was the influence of the dream, or the constant reminders from his father over the years - at this moment, Lu Zhizhao could not help but feel a surge of resentment and malice in his heart just by thinking of Lu Taipan.
Not long after, Su Liang's communication ended.
The solitary confinement room fell into silence. In the dead silence, only Lu Zhizhao's heavy breathing was particularly clear.
And just a few hours later, footsteps were suddenly heard outside the confinement room where no one was supposed to be there. Lu Zhizhao's eyes lit up, but after a complex mechanical sound of password confirmation and identity confirmation, Lu Zhizhao quickly recognized the person.
It’s Ning Jiayi.
Perhaps Lu Zhengen felt that letting an Alpha like Lu Zhizhao stay with an Omega that was compatible with him for a while would help him "return to the right path". After so many days of house arrest, Lu Zhizhao finally attracted a visitor, and the only visitor was Ning Jiayi.
The Omega with beautiful appearance and sweet breath walked into the room slowly. After seeing Lu Zhizhao, he stood at the door for a while, and then a distressed expression appeared on his face little by little.
"A Zhao, how did you become like this?"
Ning Jiayi said sadly.
Indeed, Lu Zhizhao now looks extremely shabby and haggard. Just by looking at his appearance, one can hardly see the suave and unruly image of the former eldest son of the Lu family who was handsome and rebellious and could command the support of everyone.
"Why are you here?"
After confirming that the person was Ning Jiayi, Lu Zhizhao couldn't hide a hint of disappointment in his eyes, but he still restrained his mood, tried to cheer himself up and greeted his childhood sweetheart.
"Did my father ask you to persuade me?"
He added, as if he could guess what Lu Zhengen said to Ning Jiayi, with a sneer on his face.
"He's probably saying something about how it's best for me to break up with Su Liang as soon as possible for my own good... How boring. For the sake of our friendship, you'd better not repeat a word to me."
Ning Jiayi had already come to his bedside at this time. He glanced at the shackles on Lu Zhizhao's wrists and ankles inconspicuously, and then he sat down beside Lu Zhizhao.
"Of course I'm not here to say this. I know better than anyone how much you like Brother Su Liang." Ning Jiayi's tone was filled with heartache, "But if Brother Su Liang was here, he would definitely be sad to know that you have become like this for him. In fact, you really don't have to go against Uncle Lu for him. He will be sad, and I will be sad too. And didn't Brother Su Liang say that he has always admired Lord Snake. You just wait for him for half a year..."
When Lu Zhizhao heard Ning Jiayi mention Lu Taipan, he felt as if his temples were throbbing again.
"Shut up, what do you know?! You don't know what Su Liang is thinking! He is the kind of person who always puts himself in a difficult position, and always takes care of other people's ideas and forgets that he is also the one who should be taken care of. I have been his friend for so long, and I have never heard him say that he worships that monster! He must be thinking of me..." Lu Zhizhao's voice got lower and lower, his expression seemed to be neither smiling nor crying, "Yes, that must be the case. He was implicated by me, so he was exiled to a place like the Snake Cave, but he was afraid that I would get into trouble for him, and he was still concerned about me, so he didn't dare to show his unwillingness."
"Ah? But, I think Brother Su Liang..."
If Ning Jiayi had not been there at the time, he might have really believed what Lu Zhizhao said.
He turned his head and looked at Lu Zhizhao who was talking to himself and trying to convince himself, and a trace of boredom suddenly flashed through his heart.
If he had a choice, Ning Jiayi really wanted to just turn around and leave.
However, the words that Ning Tangsheng had told him not long ago seemed to ring in his ears again.
[“The two people we bribed with great difficulty failed.”]
[“We can’t find out whether the monster has tracked us down yet, but the situation is still very dangerous.”]
[“Ning Jiayi, you’d better quickly establish a relationship with Lu Zhizhao and stabilize the relationship between the Ning family and the Lu family. Otherwise, once the Ning family is destroyed, you will also be dead without a burial place. You should be very clear about this.”]
Ning Jiayi shook his lips and resisted the urge to shiver.
How could I fail?
Ning Jiayi felt helpless and desperate.
Didn’t we say that everything is planned? The monster from the Lu family is a madman and will kill anyone who gets close to him. Su Liang should be killed easily, right?
But now Ning Tangsheng told him that the plan had failed.
Before the worst outcome came, his only hope was to tie himself to Lu Zhizhao tightly together, because only in this way could he rely on the marriage relationship between the Lu family and the Ning family to control the situation when Lu Taipan settled accounts with them for their actions.
To achieve this, it is far from enough to rely solely on his Omega body that has not yet been fully differentiated and the title of the so-called "fiancée".
He would have to take action... and make some sacrifices.
"Actually, I have an idea that might be able to help you."
Ning Jiayi took a deep breath, and then a restrained and shy smile appeared on his face.
"A Zhao, how about you release some pheromones on me?"
"What the hell are you talking about?!"
As expected, Lu Zhizhao immediately refused. He looked at Ning Jiayi in confusion: "Didn't we talk about it before? I really don't have that kind of feeling for you."
The pheromone exchange between AOs represents so much and is the most intimate and private behavior.
Lu Zhizhao has always regarded Ning Jiayi as his best friend, so he told him before that no matter how the parents tried to match them up, he would not be able to form that kind of relationship with Ning Jiayi.
"I know, I just want to be your good friend. But you are still trapped here, and I don't think Uncle Lu will let you out without taking some special measures." Ning Jiayi concealed the darkness in his eyes and responded in a brisk voice, "My Omega glands are not fully mature yet, but I have entered the pre-differentiation stage. Ah Zhao, do you remember that method - releasing a small amount of Alpha pheromones to an Omega that has not yet fully differentiated can make the Omega's pheromone glands mature in advance."
"I know, but what does this have to do with me going out?" Lu Zhizhao seemed confused. "Didn't you take your physiology class seriously? It's very dangerous to use this method to prematurely ripen and differentiate, and it will have sequelae-"
"Specific Alpha Pheromone Addiction."
Ning Jiayi suddenly held Lu Zhizhao's hand. He looked at him straight and said a word that almost only appeared in physiology textbooks.
Addiction to specific Alpha pheromones was a major cause of social unrest and high rates of self-harm among Omegas hundreds of years ago.
Since ancient times, Alphas have been much more numerous than Omegas, so a few hundred years ago, a bad habit was prevalent in society: just as Ning Jiayi said before, before the Omega was fully differentiated, an Alpha would forcibly deprive the other of his freedom and then release a small amount of pheromones to him.
At this time, the Omega's pheromone glands are not yet fully mature and the glandular barrier has not been built yet. The Omega that is prematurely catalyzed in this way will develop a morbid craving and extreme dependence on the Alpha who releases pheromones.
This is pheromone addiction.
Omegas will lose control of their minds and bodies. They will greedily cling to each other, constantly craving to absorb more pheromones from Alphas. Once the Omega is unable to regularly ingest the Alpha's pheromones, it will experience withdrawal symptoms: fever, fainting, extreme weight loss, and panic.
This intense addiction continued until they completely differentiated successfully.
Of course, the physical symptoms of addiction will gradually fade away as the Omega information gland fully matures, but generally speaking, by this time many irreversible tragedies and consequences have already occurred between AOs.
Therefore, after entering civilized society, for the sake of protecting the rights and interests of Omegas, this behavior has been completely banned, at least on the surface.
…
"As long as I don't admit it, no one will find out."
Ning Jiayi persuaded word by word.
"My body is like that anyway, anything can happen. There are precedents for atypical pheromone addiction during the pre-differentiation period because of the high degree of compatibility. When I react, they will ask you to go out with me anyway to stabilize my physical condition. After all, both my family and yours are counting on me to get through the differentiation period so that I can be yours..."
Ning Jiayi vaguely skipped the word "partner".
"Anyway, it's easier to deal with it in the hospital than in the confinement room. I'll cover for you then, and you can go find Brother Su Liang."
Lu Zhizhao, who had originally firmly intended to reject Ning Jiayi in his heart, felt relieved when he heard Ning Jiayi's last words.
Go find Su Liang.
The temptation of this matter was so great that it even made him begin to waver.
"Pheromone addiction is very dangerous and difficult for an Omega. Your health is not good to begin with, so it's too risky to do this."
He said hesitantly.
Ning Jiayi was silent for a moment, then smiled considerately and gently: "It's only for a short while, it's not a big problem. Anyway, there are mature withdrawal drugs that can temporarily suppress that kind of pathological dependence. Moreover, in the worst-case scenario, I believe you will not completely ignore me, right, A Zhao."
He could clearly see that as he persuaded, the wavering look on Lu Zhizhao's face became more and more intense.
And Ning Jiayi's heart became more and more bitter.
Of course there are so-called withdrawal drugs, but they are only useful for AO with normal matching degree. For someone like him who has a 90% compatibility with Lu Zhizhao, once he develops an addiction, the reaction will be extremely strong.
What's more, his information gland...
Ning Jiayi couldn't help but gently touch his information gland.
"No, why don't you just pretend you're addicted to pheromones? But releasing pheromones to you is still too weird."
Lu Zhizhao was still refusing.
"There is no way to fake the data on the body."
Ning Jiayi lowered his eyes, hiding the fear in his eyes, and said bitterly.
In fact, he didn't want to let himself fall into that situation at all.
However……
When he thought of Ning Tangsheng's words, he was so panicked that he had to use this method to tie up Lu Zhizhao.
Just as he said, once he becomes addicted to pheromones, Lu Zhizhao will not be able to ignore him.
By that time, even if he wanted to be Ning Jiayi's "good friend", there would be people who would find ways to prevent him from doing so.
Lu Zhizhao is destined to be Ning Jiayi's exclusive Alpha.
Everyone who knew the situation knew that the monster Lu Taipan of the Lu family would not live long. In the end, the only one who could take charge of the Lu family would be Lu Zhizhao. All he needed to do was to endure until then.
Thinking of this, Ning Jiayi ignored Lu Zhizhao's slight resistance.
The slender Omega suddenly pressed towards Lu Zhizhao, then he unbuttoned his collar and exposed the back of his neck to the man.
"A Zhao, just be gentle."
A soft, pitiful voice.
Sweet, with a strong and alluring pheromone scent.
And...Su Liang.
After he gets out, you can go find Su Liang.
He can explain everything to Su Liang.
Can he even elope with Su Liang like in his dream?
Lu Zhizhao was very sure that he would never let the things in his nightmare happen to Su Liang. He would protect Su Liang, he would love Su Liang, and the two of them would grow old together and never be separated.
Lu Zhizhao breathed rapidly, his cheeks slightly flushed.
"I'm sorry, Aning. Thank you very much."
He said in a deep voice.
Then he lowered his head and bit the boy in his arms hard.
Sorry, Xiaoliang.
At the same time, Lu Zhizhao kept whispering in his heart.
This is not betrayal.
He thought.
This is just... just to be able to see Xiaoliang as soon as possible.
This is for a longer and happier future.
…
The inner courtyard of the "Snake Cave" at the same time.
“Hmm…”
Su Liang hung up the phone and suddenly shivered for no apparent reason.
"Master Su Liang, are you feeling unwell?"
It was clearly just a slight tremor, but the bionic man next to him noticed it immediately.
The housekeeper asked about Su Liang's physical condition with concern, which made Su Liang feel a little embarrassed.
"I'm fine. Maybe someone is scolding me." He said. Then he thought about it and couldn't help but muttered with a bitter face, "I hope the person scolding me is not my sister. I thought she would be gentle to me during the call, but in the end she still scolded me."
On the surface, Su Liang was complaining about Su Nuan's nagging, but anyone could see that his eyes were full of love for Su Nuan.
"I'm glad to see you're so happy. Just as I deduced before, contact with your family can effectively relieve the tension and fear caused by the attack, and help relax your mind," said the butler. It was he who suggested that Su Liang contact Su Nuan, "and a relaxed mental state is good for your injuries."
Injury...
Thinking of the attack a few days ago, Su Liang couldn't help but rub the back of his neck.
"Please don't touch your wound, it will stimulate your information glands."
The butler saw his action and immediately reminded him.
"Alpha's pheromones are slightly toxic. This is a marking behavior. Because of this, the wounds caused by the initial release need time to heal." The android seriously explained to Beta in front of him, "By the way, I will give you a medical examination later to determine your physical condition today."
"Okay, okay, thank you for your help."
Listening to the housekeeper talking nonchalantly about "information gland", "marking" and "release", even Su Liang, who was a Beta, felt his face getting hot.
He certainly remembered the attack he had suffered in the Snake Cave, and was well aware that he had been injected with some kind of drug.
Then, under the effect of the potion, he underwent some changes that were... well, hard to describe.
His pheromones were swollen like an Omega's, and his body could even emit artificial pheromones like an Omega.
The worst part is, the only way to alleviate these symptoms that can only appear in xxoo novels is to ingest the pheromones of an Alpha? !
Su Liang was very fortunate that he was in an unconscious state at the time.
otherwise……
Well, he didn't dare to imagine the scene of "otherwise".
In short, it's very shameful.
Very shameful.
After waking up from coma and being told everything by the housekeeper, Su Liang lay in bed for half a day and couldn't calm down.
In addition to the conventional embarrassment, the more hidden reason was... Following the butler's explanation, some vague images appeared in his mind that made his ears smoke just thinking about them.
He could vaguely remember what happened before, but he had no memory of what happened afterwards. But he knew that he must have been rescued by someone, and Su Liang could still remember that absurd, intense, and wonderful feeling that could not be described in any words.
For example, now, he and the butler only talked about that night.
Su Liang's reason has convinced himself: this is normal, everything is just a simple treatment behavior.
But his body was completely out of control - it was as if an electric current suddenly ran through his back, his heart beat faster, and the skin on the back of his neck began to tighten.
It was as if someone was still pressing the back of his neck with their teeth.
In his vague memory, a cold, sharp, strong breath like an ice storm that seemed to be able to destroy everything lingered around him. His chaotic consciousness was unable to give that figure a specific form, but his soul firmly remembered the feeling that the other party's pheromones brought him.
He felt like a poor prey being entangled by a wet python and slowly devoured.
But at the same time, it seemed like some precious treasure being held tightly by a cold-blooded and brutal dragon.
Amid the ravages of the cold storm, something exuded a damp and obscure fragrance, like the whisper of a demon, constantly tempting him to move closer to that person.
…
"I-I think I should thank that Alpha. I am really grateful to him for saving me at that time."
Su Liang forced himself to return to reality from his memories.
He took a deep breath, then suppressed his shyness and said what had been lingering in his mind these days.
Regardless of the cause and effect, the Alpha who saved him did make a sacrifice.
Su Liang knew very well that things like releasing pheromones meant intimacy for an Alpha, but unfortunately, he was not an Omega at all, but a Beta.
Unless the sexual orientation is special, no Alpha would be willing to accept such a thing.
He felt very ashamed and very apologetic at the same time.
After hearing Su Liang's words, the butler's electronic eyes flickered slightly.
After Su Liang woke up, he followed Lu Taipan's instructions and did not tell the other party the whole truth.
Well, in Lu Taipan's words, it is...
【“There’s no need to give him this kind of shock.”】
Therefore, the housekeeper simply told Su Liang in a roundabout way that it was a kind-hearted Alpha who contributed his pheromones to neutralize his drug reaction.
"Ah, I think it's okay, Master Su Liang, you don't have to feel guilty about this matter. The Alpha who saved you has very noble ambitions and exceptional integrity. I can assure you with my database that he is very happy that his pheromones can help you."
The android said with great effort.
Su Liang blinked and relaxed a little because of the housekeeper's words.
Then he thought about it and suddenly couldn't help but burst out laughing.
"What are you laughing at?"
The butler asked.
Su Liang was startled, then he realized that he actually laughed out loud: "I laughed because before coming here, I actually heard a lot of terrible rumors. If it was me at that time, I would definitely think it was a fantasy if I heard someone say that the people in the snake cave have lofty ambitions and upright character."
“But after I came here, I realized that everyone here is actually very nice.”
The stinky-faced young man who saved him many years ago.
A kind inspector who proactively looks up information for you and responds to questions in the automatic communication system.
There was also the kind Alpha who had integrity and sacrificed himself to release pheromones to help him neutralize the toxicity of the drug.
“I’m glad I met them.”
Hearing Su Liang's whisper, the butler fell strangely silent.
After a moment, it began to change the subject.
"Ah, yes, a medical checkup!"
It raises the voice.
"All your indicators have returned to normal, but the wound on your neck has not yet been checked, which involves the swelling of your information glands. We should be able to examine them carefully today. Generally speaking, as long as the swelling of your information glands subsides, it means that the disgusting drug has been completely metabolized, and you can be considered to have fully recovered to normal..."
While muttering the examination details, the butler controlled the medical machine to probe Su Liang's neck.
At first everything seemed to be going smoothly until the complete examination image of the information gland on the back of Su Liang's neck appeared in the butler's database.
This is where things get a little tricky.
The housekeeper thought.
As a patient with hypoplastic information glands, Su Liang's information glands at this moment do not show swelling caused by drugs.
Instead, it's more like...
development?
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