99 - Cinderella’s Dream: Together Forever

Upon Jiang Wan Ning's departure, Yi Yi finally lay down and rested her head on the pillow, allowing her optical computer to analyze what had just gone wrong with her CPU. After all, this was an unprecedented occurrence for her. The optical computer swiftly provided Yi Yi with an analysis: she was embarrassed. Yi Yi's eyes widened in disbelief. How could that be? She was so impressive; how could she possibly be bashful around Jiang Wan Ning? Unconvinced, Yi Yi decided to delve into the data stored within her optical computer. Was it truly possible for her to feel shy? Meanwhile, Chen Wan had already lulled the little one to sleep. She carefully placed the child on the right side of the bed, covered him with a small quilt, and created a barricade with another quilt on the rightmost side to prevent him from falling. She herself gazed expectantly at the bathroom, waiting for Jiang Yan Xin. The day had been perilous, and she found herself yearning for Jiang Yan Xin. Jiang Yan Xin, while showering in the bathroom, felt a fleeting dizziness. She attributed it to the high tension she had experienced that day and dismissed it, not giving it much thought. As she blew dry her hair and stepped out of the bathroom, she found Chen Wan staring at her like an obedient big dog. With a smile tugging at her lips, Jiang Yan Xin walked over to Chen Wan, who immediately patted the space beside her on the bed to invite Jiang Yan Xin to lie down. Amused, Jiang Yan Xin looked at Chen Wan, raised her eyebrow, and asked, "Why so eager today?" "We haven't seen each other all day. I missed my wife," Chen Wan replied with a charming and innocent expression. Jiang Yan Xin nodded, pleased and slightly indulgent of her adorable alpha, who, when missing her, did no more than ask for hugs and kisses, being adorably well-behaved. Lying down on the bed, Jiang Yan Xin turned her gaze to Chen Wan, who immediately snuggled over, seeking cuddles. Originally, Chen Wan just wanted to hug Jiang Yan Xin and act coy, but she caught a whiff of an enticing grape fragrance emanating from Jiang Yan Xin's neck. Unable to resist, she approached and inhaled the scent in small increments. "Wife, you smell so sweet, like grapes." Jiang Yan Xin's breath hitched from the affectionate sniffing. One hand hooked around Chen Wan, while the other instinctively touched the back of her neck, confirming the warmth emanating from her glands. Only then did Jiang Yan Xin recall her long-delayed susceptibility period. Promptly, she nudged Chen Wan, who was still nestled against her, inhaling the fragrance. The little one needed to be sent out first. "Chen Wan, I think my susceptibility period is starting. Quickly, take Yangyang out first," Jiang Yan Xin pushed Chen Wan, her breath growing more unsteady. Chen Wan was momentarily stunned, having forgotten about the possibility of susceptibility in this world. She quickly got up. "I'll hurry and take Yangyang away." "Remember to come back quickly after taking Yangyang," Jiang Yan Xin was now breaking into a cold sweat, the scent of grapes in the room becoming more pronounced. Chen Wan hurriedly carried the already sleeping child outside. Qin Ke, who was still engrossed in her book, looked up and asked, "What happened to Yangyang?" "Yangyang is fine. It's Jiang Yan Xin's susceptibility period. Please look after Yangyang for a bit and let her sleep with you. I need to hurry back to Jiang Yan Xin," Chen Wan explained, flustered. "Oh, alright. Give Yangyang to me. Chen Wan, remember to close your room's door well," Qin Ke reminded, aware of her own alpha status, which could inadvertently trigger an early susceptibility period if affected. "Got it," Chen Wan responded hurriedly before heading back into the room. Upon re-entering, she found Jiang Yan Xin already drenched in cold sweat. Seeing Chen Wan return, Jiang Yan Xin reached out as if grasping a lifeline. "Chen Wan, hold me." Chen Wan hurried over, obediently pulling Jiang Yan Xin into her arms. "Chen Wan, do you remember the things we got from the hospital before? Find the contraceptive pills, and some water," Jiang Yan Xin's voice trembled slightly, as if she were striving to endure something. Back when they had visited the hospital, Jiang Yan Xin intended to find a suppressant, but they came up empty-handed. Over time, her susceptibility period was delayed, and the matter slipped from her mind. Now it had caught her off guard. Though they lacked a suppressant, they did acquire contraceptive pills, which she could use with Chen Wan's help. Chen Wan dutifully took out the medication, supported Jiang Yan Xin as she took two pills, her puzzled expression asking how susceptibility and contraceptive pills were related. The moment she set the pills and water bottle on the bedside table, Jiang Yan Xin tackled her. Jiang Yan Xin called Chen Wan's name in a soft, sweet voice, clinging even more tightly. "Chen Wan, your pheromones, quickly." Feeling pressed, Jiang Yan Xin urged, and Chen Wan swiftly released her pheromones to soothe Jiang Yan Xin. Soon, the room filled with the scent of green plum wine. Vulnerable as she was, Jiang Yan Xin was intoxicated by the green plum aroma, her flushed face giving off a semblance of bleeding red and her vision overlapping when looking at Chen Wan. Inhaling as though plunging into green plum wine, even the air in her nostrils seemed intoxicating. "Chen Wan, quickly," Jiang Yan Xin nestled within Chen Wan's embrace, her sweet, soft voice beckoning, her warm breath brushing against Chen Wan's neck. Chen Wan, overwhelmed, felt herself igniting, slightly unclear on Jiang Yan Xin's intentions. "Get a move on with what?" Chen Wan whispered hesitantly. "Silly, let me teach you. Chen Wan, first kiss me. I'm feeling uncomfortable. I want to drink green plum wine; you feed it to me," Jiang Yan Xin cooed softly, kissing Chen Wan before allowing any response. Taken aback, Chen Wan realized that the Omega's susceptibility period left her astonishingly tender. Her gaze was now shyly avoiding Jiang Yan Xin's. Yet, Jiang Yan Xin, holding Chen Wan’s neck and kissing her, was clingier than ever. Chen Wan was utterly absorbed, never before had Jiang Yan Xin been this way. In the mingling scents of green plum wine and grape, a singular sweet richness emerged. Gradually, Chen Wan glimpsed a new world, wary of any ensuing noises, she soundproofed the room to ensure Qin Ke remained oblivious. By the time Jiang Yan Xin and Chen Wan awoke, it was already midday. Jiang Yan Xin curled soft and warm into Chen Wan's embrace, teasing with light prods at Chen Wan's cheek. "How could you be so naive? Such things require the wife to teach. Did your past girlfriends never teach you?" Surprised by her inquiry, Chen Wan glanced at the languid Jiang Yan Xin reclining against her. "Wife, you already knew, didn't you?" "I knew long ago you weren't the original Chen Wan. What's your real name? How did you end up here?" Jiang Yan Xin inquired, cheeks flushed with the scent of green plum wine. "I'm also Chen Wan. I over-exerted myself and unexpectedly woke up with a system and found myself here, at Zhang Qiang's place – do you remember him?" Chen Wan asked softly. "I remember. I thought you seemed like a different person. Seems you really are," Jiang Yan Xin chuckled gently, following up, "And a girlfriend? Did you have any over there?" Chen Wan quickly shook her head. "None. But I have a wife now," she replied, softly kissing Jiang Yan Xin's lips. "That's more like it," Jiang Yan Xin murmured, snuggling for a bit before feeling uncomfortable. Wrapping her arms around Chen Wan, she tenderly requested, "Chen Wan, I want more." "Okay, okay," Chen Wan responded soothingly, comforting her Omega. Occasionally someone would bring food around, but they had little time to collect it. By around two, Jiang Yan Xin no longer clung quite as tightly, finally freeing Chen Wan to fetch their meal. When she emerged, she carried a potent scent of grape and green plum wine, prompting both Jiang Wan Ning and Qin Ke to step back considerably. Ultimately, it was Qin Ke who reheated the meal and had Yi Yi deliver it to Chen Wan. Their withdrawal stemmed from Chen Wan's overpowering fragrance, which, if inhaled too closely, might have influenced Qin Ke and Jiang Wan Ning. Chen Wan returned inside, cuddling Jiang Yan Xin as she coaxed her into eating. Famished herself, she seized the rare moment of respite to scarf down her portion. Drowsily, she drifted back to sleep with Jiang Yan Xin, only to be roused again by Jiang Yan Xin’s entanglement. Even Chen Wan hadn’t anticipated the Omega’s resilience during the susceptibility period. Had she lacked her various stat boosts, she might have wilted under the strain. Before she could ponder further, she was once again enveloped in the sweet crispness of grapes. Chen Wan ensured their privacy with her soundproofing efforts, ensuring no one outside could hear their activities. Throughout the day, Zai Zai had searched fruitlessly for both mom and mommy. Upon waking in the morning, he had found Qin Ke in their place. But familiar with Qin Ke, Zai Zai whimsically requested stories, letting her guide him through washing up and breakfast. The day lingered with Qin Ke and her companions amusing him, his mom and mommy off on their own unknown escapade, leaving him disgruntled. Zai Zai resolved they had to make it up to him properly! As bedtime approached, little Zai Zai, with a pout, asked the aunties, "Auntie, are Mommy and Mama still busy?" Earlier, when Zai Zai had asked where his mothers had gone, they had simply replied that they were busy. It wasn’t the sort of explanation little Zai Zai could be told! "Ah, your Mommy and Mama might be busy for another day or two. Isn't it fun playing with your aunties? Plus, your grandparents are here, too," Qin Ke gently patted Zai Zai's little cheek in reassurance. "Hmph! Mommy and Mama are mean, not taking me along to play. I'm not going to talk to them!" Zai Zai declared indignantly, then cozied up in Jiang Wan Ning's arms. "I'll sleep with Auntie tonight, Yi Yi Auntie tomorrow, and Qin Ke Auntie the day after." He held up his small hand, clumsily indicating three with his chubby fingers. The aunties burst into laughter at Zai Zai's cute assertiveness. "Little one, do you have a rotation schedule for us to keep you company at night? You've got us all sorted out, haven't you?" they chuckled. Zai Zai nodded earnestly, "Yes!" The aunties found Zai Zai's demeanor endearing. Following Zai Zai's decision, Jiang Wan Ning took him upstairs to keep him company. Meanwhile, Chen Wan and Jiang Yan Xin managed to share a quick dinner and continued their "busy" work, finally allowing Jiang Yan Xin to fall asleep exhausted around three in the morning. With a moment to catch her breath, Chen Wan held her soft and sweet wife tight in her arms, pondering that their planned visit to Funan University might need to be postponed for a couple more days. It seemed neither of them would be getting out of bed anytime soon!