Scum A with a Sweet Black Lotus O – Chapter 113
by Little PandaFirst Visit
Inside the CEO’s office at Xingdong Entertainment.
The beauty lightly tapped her knuckles, each tap like a death knell,1 “Speak.”
The System knew it probably couldn’t escape this time, so it could only roll out reluctantly.
【Probably possibly maybe perhaps…】 Its gaze hardened. 【It’s her.】
“Just as I thought, you didn’t catch her.” Fu Chaoyun sighed.
【…】
The System seemed a little bit awkward.
“Useless!”
Having been scolded, the System had things it wanted to say too. Just as it was about to talk back, it saw Fu Chaoyun’s exceptionally cold eyes at that moment and could only say timidly,
【While it’s true something went wrong on my end, you should reflect on it too—don’t you bear even one ten-thousandth of the responsibility in this matter?!】
Fu Chaoyun: ?
“So why couldn’t you catch her?”
【I’ve always told you, Pei Xuezhi is the Daughter of Fortune. You benefit from being near her. In the last life, Scum A tormented Pei Xuezhi and also got stained with some of her fortune. So, with that fortune as cover, it’s not that I didn’t want to catch her, I really couldn’t!】
“Oh, so still useless.”
System: 【…】
The System’s explanation seemed logical and well-reasoned, clear in its logic, but Fu Chaoyun noticed something.
“I remember you told me before that this world’s fortune converges on Pei Xuezhi. To benefit from her good luck, she either has to willingly share it, or it has to be with someone she feels favorably towards.”
The System nodded: 【That’s right.】
“But according to the Original Plot you gave me, Scum A tormented Pei Xuezhi in various ways, and from beginning to end, Pei Xuezhi had not the slightest favorable impression of her, even feeling disgust and contempt. Only then could the final counter-kill2 ending be achieved.”
Speaking up to this point, Fu Chaoyun paused, her clear eyes revealing hints of questioning emotion. “So, how did a Scum A, despised by the Daughter of Fortune, obtain this world’s fortune?”
【!!!!】
The System was stunned. It instantly backtracked, 【Ah, did I say that?】
“You did.”
Fu Chaoyun’s sharp gaze swept over, piercing straight to the heart—if the System had such a thing. “Don’t play dumb. Explain.”
“Regarding Scum A, is it that you don’t want to catch her, or that you can’t?”
“You said you were here to reform me, to save Pei Xuezhi. Yet such a dangerous element appeared near Pei Xuezhi for so long, and you never once gave a warning. Is it because you’re truly too useless and didn’t know a thing, or did you know but failed to report it?”
【…………】
Fu Chaoyun’s questions came one after another, like daggers striking straight at the System’s vital points.
The mechanical voice remained silent for a long time. Fu Chaoyun wasn’t anxious either. Since she had chosen to lay things bare today, she was determined to get an answer.
Now it was a matter of wearing each other down, probing each other.
Although the System was said to have placed some restrictions on her when it first bound to her, up until today, they haven’t harmed her.
The so-called “Fu family bankruptcy” never occurred, and the body control actually saved her from falling into the frenzy of the susceptibility period… instead, these things turned into advantages.
Was this because the “Daughter of Fortune” Pei Xuezhi stood beside her, or perhaps…
Finally, the System answered the question: 【I know, but I can’t do it.】
Fu Chaoyun didn’t say whether this matter was now closed or not. She directly asked the next question, “Why didn’t you tell me when Scum A appeared near me?”
【I cannot say.】
“Do you have some kind of penalty mechanism?”
The System was silent for a moment, finally replying in a muffled voice, “…Mhm.”
This seemed to push the System to its limit. Knowing she couldn’t get anything more out of its mouth, Fu Chaoyun began organizing all the clues she currently possessed.
The System said she was the original owner of this body—of course, Fu Chaoyun had long understood that not everything the System said could be fully believed.
This System could lie, and often did when speaking, mixing truth with falsehoods, making it even harder for people to figure things out.
However, based on Fu Chaoyun’s own interactions and feedback from those around her, the point that “she is the original owner of the body” should be true. Her return had also squeezed Scum A out.
From Scum A’s perspective, there was a reason3 for hating and resenting her.
But Scum A’s initial revenge against her was through Fu Li, using the overseas identity of ‘Mr. Chou’. After failing, Scum A personally possessed ‘Mi Shan’. This time, the main goal was actually to get close to Pei Xuezhi. Later, Mi Shan’s susceptibility period triggered early, trapping the two of them in the same little black room, again aiming to frame her.
Both attacks targeted her, yet took no negative action against Pei Xuezhi. And the reason for targeting her seemed less about Fu Chaoyun reclaiming this body, and more like… she had gotten too close to Pei Xuezhi?
From this, one could see Scum A’s obsession with Pei Xuezhi ran extremely deep.
The timing of her own transmigration was quite coincidental. And even if the original Scum A was a paranoid, according to the Original Plot’s description, at that earlier time point, Scum A’s feelings towards Pei Xuezhi were more akin to a hunter’s, the favorable impression wasn’t nearly that deep, nor was there such a strong fixation.
But now, Scum A had continuously switched between several bodies to approach Pei Xuezhi, even doing dangerous things.
Let’s tentatively call it love at first sight—is this how someone experiencing love at first sight behaves?
Scum A was very likely reborn, arriving with memories from a past life, just like Pei Xuezhi.
Pei Xuezhi was reborn—Fu Chaoyun had already guessed this part, but simply didn’t expose it.
The “Original Plot” Fu Chaoyun saw from the System was, for Pei Xuezhi, the past life she had actually experienced. All of it was excessively cruel, needing time to slowly heal.
Fu Chaoyun was also willing to accompany her as she healed.
But now it seemed…
All of this—the so-called Original Plot—might be fake!
The Original Plot described Scum A as never having had any feelings of love for Pei Xuezhi, even harming her physically and psychologically multiple times. But seeing the reality now, setting aside whether Scum A’s obsession with Pei Xuezhi could even be defined as “love”, at least in every clash4, Scum A had targeted her, never harming Pei Xuezhi.
A paranoid soul.
This time counted as a failure, a retreat, but Fu Chaoyun believed that given this individual’s obsession, she would definitely return.
The Alpha’s eyes darkened.
The System’s mouth couldn’t be pried open. Regarding the past life’s Original Plot, there were still many suspicious points. What she could do now was to lay out a plan in advance, to lure the enemy into the trap!5
Days passed, and the weather gradually cooled.
The Mid-Autumn Festival brought a three-day holiday, a perfect time for visiting relatives and friends. Fu Chaoyun brought Pei Xuezhi for a visit.
Pei Xuezhi was somewhat lacking in worldly wisdom6, and had previously consulted her experienced teacher on the matter.
The old teacher smiled broadly, “Are you two together now?”
Pei Xuezhi didn’t even blush. “Mhm.”
The old teacher had a tolerant and kind expression, still muttering like an old child7, “I saw long ago how clingy you two were together. I thought things would be settled around the time that variety show ended, didn’t expect it to take this long to get sorted out. So long…”
But talk is talk, teasing is teasing; the old teacher still gave a lot of useful advice.
Pei Xuezhi noted them down one by one, even more seriously than she took her major courses.
The teacher knew about Pei Xuezhi’s family situation and offered a special word of care before she left, “When people get old, they just hope the younger generation below them are doing well.”
“We will.”
…
Over these past few days, Pei Xuezhi had secretly bought alcoholic drinks, tea leaves, and some dried goods.
Cigarettes were unhealthy, and since Fu Chaoyun had mentioned no one in her family smoked, she didn’t buy any. Similarly, health supplements were also eliminated because “they aren’t that old yet” and “they might not be too happy to receive them”.
Pei Xuezhi’s EQ was growing by the day.
However, seasonal fruits couldn’t be kept for long. Pei Xuezhi was only 21. Although her Omega mother had left her a reasonably substantial inheritance, she had still been studying at university before, so she hadn’t bought a car.
On the day itself, Fu Chaoyun came to pick her up, and subsequently, all of Pei Xuezhi’s stealthy actions were discovered.
The Alpha laughed heartily, “When did you prepare so much? I didn’t notice at all! I originally came early thinking I’d take Zhizhi to just casually buy a few things, but instead—”
“We have a little hamster at home.”
Being teased like this, Pei Xuezhi’s expression almost broke. She went to poke the soft flesh at Fu Chaoyun’s waist; she knew the Alpha was extremely ticklish.
The Alpha indeed couldn’t take it, repeatedly begging for mercy, “I was wrong, I was wrong! Zhizhi is the cutest!”
Only after hearing her foolish Jiejie yelp enough did Pei Xuezhi finally let go.
Fu Chaoyun leaned in close again, “Thank you.”
In the ABO world, generally, when an Alpha visits an Omega’s family, the gifts brought should be more formal and significant. If an Omega visits, casually preparing some fruits or health supplements is usually sufficient.
But Pei Xuezhi had prepared everything. Although gifts can’t represent the depth of affection, and spending money doesn’t necessarily mean someone treats you well, if someone isn’t even willing to spend this little bit of money, you probably can’t count on them at all.
Pei Xuezhi had done it very seriously. Now, being mentioned so earnestly by Pei Xuezhi, she actually seemed slightly uncomfortable herself and lightly made a joke.
“I remember Jiejie said she wanted a live-in daughter-in-law.”
“I remember.” Fu Chaoyun nuzzled her head against Pei Xuezhi’s, her eyes gentle and brimming with sweetness. “Zhizhi is the best.”
…
The Fu Residence.
Madam Fu had retired some years ago and was living a married retirement life with Gu Huaiyi.
Wen Wan also held a position at the Wen family’s company, but it was usually quite relaxed; she didn’t even need to go to work every day, so she spent a fair amount of time at home.
Most surprising was Fu Lingfeng. Although this person couldn’t get away from work even on holidays, she was home today, handling business on the ground floor with a notebook.
The four of them sat waiting on the living room sofa, some working, some talking, but clearly, their minds weren’t focused on those tasks.
Not until the housekeeper, Zhang Ma8, called out, “They’re here, they’re here!” did the four finally perk up slightly and rise to walk over.
Must show proper hospitality!
As the door opened, Fu Chaoyun and Pei Xuezhi stood there.
Sunlight streamed in—
Fu Chaoyun was dressed in her usual flamboyant and striking style;
Pei Xuezhi, however, was dressed a bit more simply and elegantly, clearly leaning towards the style elders prefer. Her cool and detached demeanor had also softened somewhat. Meeting the gazes directed at her, she nodded slightly and said politely,
“Uncle, Auntie, and Fu-jiejie, Wen-jiejie, sorry to intrude.”9
The three Alphas in the Fu family, aside from Fu Chaoyun, weren’t very down-to-earth. At times like this, it was up to Gu Huaiyi and Wen Wan to step forward.
“No intrusion at all. May I call you Xiao Xue? Ah Yun often mentions you at home. Welcome to our home.”
“What are you doing standing at the door? Come in first.”
Hearing this, a lovely smile appeared on Pei Xuezhi’s face. She seemed to be acting natural and poised, but Fu Chaoyun, being familiar with her, could naturally tell that her Zhizhi was nervous right now.
Fu Chaoyun grasped one of Pei Xuezhi’s hands and called out to the others, “Zhizhi is timid, don’t you scare her.”
The rest of the Fu family: “…”
Fu Chaoyun was carrying all the visitor gifts—couldn’t be helped, it was her own request. Now, she handed them to Zhang Ma, who was waiting nearby, and specifically instructed, “These were all bought by Zhizhi. The fruit is fresh; wash some for everyone to eat.”
“Aye, alright~!”
She then took the slippers from Zhang Ma’s hands, bent down, and placed them in front of the “timid” Pei Xuezhi. “Zhizhi, wear these.”
Thump-thump, thump-thump—
With this interruption, she indeed wasn’t nervous anymore. But looking at the face beside her, and the many gazes fixed on them from ahead, her heart rate actually became faster than before, even faster.
For a moment, she had no capacity left to worry about anything else.
But then she heard Fu Chaoyun lean closer, seeming about to say something.
?
Was it a word of advice?
Pei Xuezhi could only lean her head closer to hear Fu Chaoyun’s whisper.
“Zhizhi.” The Alpha’s voice held a hint of gritted teeth. “Don’t call everyone Jiejie.”
Pei Xuezhi: “…”
Is this the time to be jealous?
Besides, the difference of one word between ‘Jiejie’ and ‘Wen-jiejie’ makes the meaning completely different.
Suddenly, Pei Xuezhi realized.
Fu Chaoyun’s Jiejie, Fu Lingfeng, shared the same surname, so hearing it might be… unpleasant.
Rarely, Pei Xuezhi felt a sense of shame, especially in front of the elders. She snapped fiercely, “Shut up.”
“…”
Fu Chaoyun blinked, commanded by her own Omega, and pitifully closed her mouth.
The September sun was no longer scorching. Falling on the two of them, it was warm and harmonious, painting everything in an incredibly beautiful light.
Their whispered exchange was ultimately overheard by everyone else.
Gu Huaiyi revealed a proud father’s smile10; Wen Wan was younger, and although gentle and sensible, her personality was ultimately more lively. This one covered her lips, smiling until her eyes curved.
Madam Fu stood beside Gu Huaiyi, having clearly watched her younger daughter’s series of actions upon entering—including carrying the gifts and easing the tension.
Her gaze happened to meet Gu Huaiyi’s. Madam Fu raised an eyebrow haughtily, “She looks somewhat presentable, at least.”
Fu Lingfeng’s gaze, however, slowly shifted from the young couple at the door to her own smiling wife. Wen Wan sensed her gaze and suddenly suppressed her smile.
Fu Lingfeng could only look away, seemingly responding to her mother’s words, “…Mhm.”
The author has something to say:
It’s the end of the month, tricking everyone into giving Nutrient Solution as usual~
G’night everyone =3=
Footnotes
- 声声催命 | shēng shēng cuī mìng | Lit. “sound after sound urging fate/death”; Describes sounds that create intense pressure or feel ominous, like a countdown to doom.
- 反杀 | fǎnshā | Lit. “reverse kill”; Originating from gaming, it means turning the tables on an attacker and defeating them instead, often when initially at a disadvantage.
- 事出有因 | shì chū yǒu yīn | Lit. “the matter emerged from a cause”; Means everything happens for a reason, there’s a cause behind it.
- 斗法 | dòufǎ | Lit. “battle of wits/magic/methods”; A clash, struggle, or contest, often involving schemes or supernatural powers.
- 请君入瓮 | qǐng jūn rù wèng | Lit. “invite the lord into the urn”; An idiom meaning to lure someone into a trap, often one of their own making. Originates from a historical story about a cruel official being tricked.
- 人情世故 | rénqíng shìgù | Lit. “human feelings and worldly affairs”; Refers to understanding social etiquette, navigating relationships, and general worldliness or social graces.
- 老小孩 | lǎo xiǎohái | Lit. “old child”; Describes an elderly person who acts childishly, often endearingly.
- 张妈 | Zhāng Mā | Housekeeper Zhang; ‘Ma’ (妈) is often used for older female servants or nannies.
- 打扰了 | dǎrǎo le | Lit. “Disturbed you”; A common polite phrase when arriving at someone’s home or interrupting them, meaning “Sorry to bother/intrude.”
- 亲爹笑 | qīn diē xiào | Lit. “biological father smile”; A fond, proud smile like a father watching his child.
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