Beneath their feet was a naturally protruding gigantic rock, with no other paths around, the only route being the steep cliff forest they had climbed up from. This place was deserted, serene, and had breathtaking scenery.
Ryan walked over, crouched down, and locked eyes with Yang Huaijin. “Are you okay?”
“I’m fine, just a bit of overexertion,” Yang Huaijin waved his hand.
Ryan frowned, unfolded his coat and draped it over Yang Huaijin’s shoulders, wrapping him tightly.
“This place is very beautiful, thank you, Noah,” Ryan said, “but something’s not right with you. Even for an Omega, your stamina wouldn’t be this bad. What’s going on with you?”
“Can’t I be a delicate Omega?” Yang Huaijin shrugged indifferently, his gaze shifting into the distance. “I just need a rest, nothing serious. Come, enjoy the scenery.” He patted the spot next to him.
“I used to come here often ten years ago. This rock formation is the best viewpoint of the District six Docks. But, I’m a bit selfish. I didn’t want tourists to spoil the original charm of this place, so I simply changed the original planning map. Later, this beach restaurant was built nearby, which conveniently blocked the original path up the mountain, resulting in even fewer people knowing about this viewpoint.” Yang Huaijin pointed in the direction of the Docks for Ryan. “That’s the dock over there. I can see your ship. To the north of the port is the city area, and further this way is the university town…”
Ryan nodded in agreement but was not looking at the scenery, but at the person in front of him.
Yang Huaijin was the initial driving force behind the construction and development of the District six Docks, and one could tell he had strong emotions for the place. The sea breeze on the rock felt comfortable, Yang Huaijin’s soft hair was tousled by the wind, revealing his smooth forehead and straight nose, which was considered very handsome even by Western standards. He was in a good mood today, with a smile playing at the corners of his lips, and behind him stretched the azure sky and vast expanses of green forests.
Ryan leaned in closer, suddenly wanting to catch a whiff of this Omega’s scent…
Yang Huaijin leaned back slightly. “Ryan!”
Ryan’s golden hair was also tousled by the wind, his deep and affectionate eyes fixed firmly on Yang Huaijin as he said, “Noah, you’re very charming.”
Yang Huaijin raised his hand and placed it on Ryan’s shoulder, then suddenly exerted force. Caught off guard, Ryan was pushed down, and the two of them completely reversed positions.
Looking down at Ryan from above, Yang Huaijin pressed down on him with one hand and said, “I know. But, sorry Ryan, my response that day was a bit impulsive. After going back, I carefully considered it and realized that I can’t reciprocate your feelings. So, let’s just forget about it!”
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“However, our partnership will not change.” Yang Huaijin released Ryan and extended his right hand. “How about… wishing for a long friendship?”
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“You are a stubborn person,” Yang Huaijin shook his head, pulling his hand away. Ryan’s gesture was gentlemanly and gentle, but it made him feel uncomfortable.
“Often the stubborn will get the ultimate victory.”
…
When the two returned to the beach restaurant, it was already dusk, and the golden-red sun was sinking towards the sea, casting fragmented gold light onto the surface. It was the most beautiful moment of the day at the beach restaurant.
Yang Huaijin was feeling somewhat tired. Although Ryan behaved politely at all times, it wasn’t easy to get along with him.
Fortunately, they were just stepping into the restaurant when someone came to ‘rescue’ Yang Huaijin.
“Ryan!” A girl’s voice, clear and pleasant.
Ryan halted his steps. “Alice?”
The girl ran over cheerfully, rushing into Ryan’s arms and speaking affectionately to him, “I’m so happy to see you here.” Then she popped her head out from Ryan’s embrace. “Huh? And who’s this… Noah?”
“Hello, Alice.”
Alice looked excited and happy, but Ryan showed little expression, keeping some distance from her. “Why did you come here?” he asked.
“I came to play by the beach! This is the famous tourist area of A City, Golden Sands Beach, such a great name!” Alice’s pretty big eyes carried three parts innocence and seven parts naivety. Beautiful girls always have the magic to make the surroundings better, and Alice’s voice and smile attracted many glances around.
The three found an outdoor seating area by the sea, with a broad view and pleasant sea breeze.
When they sat down, Ryan asked Alice to sit next to him, but she refused, insisting on sitting next to Yang Huaijin. Ryan said a few words but didn’t insist any further. The whole dinner became lively because of Alice.
Midway, Ryan briefly stepped away.
The lively Alice immediately fell silent after Ryan left. Yang Huaijin initially didn’t notice, continuing to chat and eat as usual, but his words didn’t receive the same responses as before. He turned his head, finding the girl smiling and staring at him with her delicate chin propped up.
“What’s wrong?” Yang Huaijin asked with a gentle smile, his tone still like that of an older brother to a younger sister.
Alice’s eyes were probing. “Are you dating Ryan?”
“No.”
“Then why are you out with him alone, and even having dinner together?”
“We’re partners, isn’t it normal to have dinner together after work?”
“Ryan is a very powerful Alpha, all Omegas would like him.”
Yang Huaijin chuckled at the girl’s words. “Just because everyone likes him, I should date him?”
“He’s not my brother,” Alice suddenly turned cold, “He’s Ryan, and I’m his Alice.”
Yang Huaijin set down his utensils.
“So what?”
Alice hesitated for a moment, then suddenly laughed again after a brief silence. Her young and beautiful face was bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun, and even her long eyelashes were tinted with the reddish-gold hue. She lifted her eyes and mouth into a gentle curve, returning to her lively and cheerful tone, saying, “So Noah, you should be careful, don’t date Ryan. If you fall in love with him, we’ll be family, and I won’t be able to pursue you anymore!”
Yang Huaijin smiled faintly, glancing at Ryan’s tall figure emerging from around the corner not far away.
“Do all kids think as much as you do? You’re only 17, grow up well, don’t always think about dating.”
Alice mischievously blinked, whispering, “I’m 16, actually, turning 17 in two months.”
She laughed again, this was an amazing girl, it seemed that as long as she wanted, she could envelop her surroundings in a cheerful atmosphere.
Yang Huaijin played along with her laughter, but in his heart, he began to reevaluate this girl.
After dinner, Yang Huaijin declined Ryan’s offer to drive him home. He was too tired today and didn’t want to deal with people anymore.
Sitting in the car, Yang Huaijin said to Lao He, who was sitting in the front seat, “If I go out again lately, add more manpower around me.”
“Alright, Master Jin, don’t worry.”
“And keep an eye on Ryan’s side too. If Zhou Qing finishes monitoring the goods, let him contact me.”
“Understood.”
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thanks for the chapter!
Lol, Alice’s cheerfulness looks so fake. Are they step siblings who has feelings for each other but keeps brushing it off or is it Alice who has one sided love with Ryan? 😒