TOPGA 39

Chapter 39: Temporary Mark

The pheromones inside the room became more intense.

Their pheromones intertwined, creating a picturesque scene.

Gu Jun’s hands clenched tightly, veins bulging, yet his tone with Shen Mu remained gentle.

“Will this be more comfortable?” Gu Jun asked softly.

“I’m hot.” Shen Mu, now dazed, instinctively reached to pull the collar of his robe.

The robe easily opened, revealing a large expanse of snow-white skin in Gu Jun’s sight.

He couldn’t help but curse softly, then repeated in his mind, “He’s still young, he’s still young, he’s still young…”

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“I feel so uncomfortable, Gu Jun.” Shen Mu, now barely conscious, pulled Gu Jun’s collar, emotionally downcast. “I’ve been drugged.”

“Drugged?” Gu Jun’s heart sank at Shen Mu’s words. His desire instantly retreated. Without a word, he picked up the Omega princess-style and walked decisively to the bed, gently placing him down.

Then, Gu Jun quickly contacted Su Bei to explain the situation.

Su Bei informed Gu Jun that this was an abnormally intense heat, much more severe than a regular heat. In such cases, typical suppressants had minimal effect, and only large doses of potent suppressants could provide relief. However, excessive use of these suppressants could have adverse effects on an Omega’s body.

“Will large doses of potent suppressants have adverse effects on an Omega’s body?” Gu Jun inquired.

“It’s possible,” Su Bei responded, “Potent suppressants are injected directly into the gland, and the experience is quite unpleasant. Most people avoid it unless absolutely necessary, as the pain is intense. Moreover, in his case, continuous injections are needed, causing significant discomfort. The adverse effects could include disruption of future heat cycles and potential ineffectiveness of regular suppressants, forcing reliance on potent suppressants in subsequent heats.”

“Is there no other option?” Gu Jun’s brow furrowed deeper as he observed the Omega, covered in sweat, lying on the bed. His heart ached like never before.

“There is another option,” Su Bei explained, “These medications are originally designed for… so, ‘dilution is better than blocking.'”

Dilution is better than blocking.

Gu Jun hesitated. His partner had just reached adulthood, and they weren’t even married yet. Their relationship was a responsibility he took seriously. Though he had proposed, their connection lacked the typical romantic stages, leaving Gu Jun unsure if they could be considered a couple.

Most importantly, Shen Mu was currently in an unclear state of consciousness, making any decision on his behalf disrespectful. Gu Jun felt he had no right to make choices for him.

“Hey,” Su Bei, sensing Gu Jun’s dilemma, asked in confusion after several seconds of silence, “What’s wrong? Aren’t you with him right now? What are you waiting for? Given your relationship, he shouldn’t mind, or is it that you’re hesitant?”

“Temporary mark,” Gu Jun’s voice was heavy. “Just a temporary mark. Is that enough? Or maybe combined with pheromone soothing.”

“Whether a temporary mark is enough, I can’t say for sure,” Su Bei honestly admitted, “It varies among individuals. With your high pheromone compatibility and your S-level pheromones, having you around should not be a big issue.”

After saying this, Su Bei ended the communication, leaving Gu Jun in silence again.

“Shen Mu?” Gu Jun sat by the bed, gently stroking Shen Mu’s hair.

Shen Mu slowly opened his eyes, grabbing Gu Jun’s hand and pulling him into an embrace. Curled up on the bed, he looked up at Gu Jun. His eyes were slightly red, with a hint of moisture, and cold sweat gathered at his temples.

Gu Jun, guided by the Omega’s movement, lay down beside him, whispering, “Mumu, do you want potent suppressants or a temporary mark?”

“Hmm?” Shen Mu wrapped around Gu Jun’s neck, deeply inhaling his gland. His breath on Gu Jun’s neck intensified the pulsating sensation. Gu Jun gently coughed and shifted away from Shen Mu.

“Mu mu?” Gu Jun asked softly, “Can you understand my question?”

Shen Mu lightly “Hmm-ed.” In his current state, he couldn’t think, but hearing Gu Jun calling him “Mu mu” brought a subtle smile to his lips.

No one had ever addressed him so affectionately.

Even in this situation, Shen Mu’s lips instinctively curled upward. He whispered softly, “Want you.”

Do you want potent suppressants or a temporary mark?

Want you.

A sudden collapse echoed within Gu Jun’s heart.

Turning over, he embraced the Omega, his voice husky, “I’ll give you a temporary mark, considering you agreed. Blame me however you want when you’re clear-headed; I’ll accept it.”

Cedar and rose scents mingled in the air as they embraced and protected each other.

After a while, the cold sweat on the omega’s body finally faded, and he slept soundly in the comforting arms of the alpha.

He slept deeply.

After confirming he wouldn’t wake easily, Gu Jun gently got up and went to make a communication call.

Throughout the call, Gu Jun’s demeanor was frosty, his tone lacking the previous warmth.

“Alright, investigate this matter as soon as possible. Find out who tampered with what shouldn’t have been touched.” Gu Jun ended the call, still carrying a heavy aura of anger. It had been a long time since he felt this furious.

Returning to the room, he ensured Shen Mu was still asleep, then went to the bathroom for a cool shower.

Gu Jun spent over an hour in the shower before emerging from the bathroom.

The scent of pheromones in the room, especially the rosy one, lingered strongly.

Gu Jun couldn’t help but recall the day when he entered his sensitive period, holding Shen Mu and bringing him home. At that time, in his bedroom, their pheromones also intertwined.

Running his fingers through his still damp hair, Gu Jun walked to the doorway of the secondary bedroom, leaning against the frame as he observed the peacefully sleeping omega. Thoughts rippled through his mind.

Suddenly, he felt something tugging at his pant leg. Looking down, he discovered a small, pure white rabbit. To be precise, the rabbit wasn’t small; it was larger than the typical ones.

Did Shen Mu have a pet at home?

It didn’t make sense.

Shen Mu hadn’t been home for an entire semester; a pet couldn’t survive on its own for almost half a year. Moreover, when he arrived at Shen Mu’s house earlier, he didn’t notice any pets. Could this be Shen Mu’s companion beast?

Gu Jun considered the possibility.

The rabbit, despite its obvious initiative for attention, found Gu Jun impassive. So, it hopped and fluttered more vigorously around his legs.

Gu Jun sighed inwardly. This little rabbit made his heart soft, and he couldn’t resist giving it the attention it sought. Regardless of whether it was an ordinary rabbit or Shen Mu’s companion beast, he crouched down, picked it up, and absentmindedly petted it from head to tail.

Everything seemed natural, like subconscious movements.

The satisfied rabbit nestled into his arms.

The familiar sensation reminded Gu Jun of a winter several years ago. Back then, he returned home for the New Year and found a little rabbit at the doorstep.

At that time, he didn’t know whose rabbit it was, but it was freezing outside. So, he brought the rabbit inside. Soon after, the little rabbit disappeared.

The rabbit from back then and the one currently in his arms looked quite similar—fluffy and cute, just that the size seemed smaller. At this moment, the previously docile rabbit suddenly stood on its hind legs, one front paw pointing towards the bed.

The Omega on the bed woke up.

He slowly opened his eyes, then raised his hand to gently rub his drowsy eyes, unconsciously stretching.

Midway through his stretch, he suddenly looked towards the door. The hand that reached over his head during the stretch instantly retracted.

He quickly sat up, the red cheeks and earlobes that faded during sleep now turning red at a visible speed.

“Awake?” Gu Jun walked to the bedside, holding the little bunny, and asked gently, “How do you feel? Any discomfort?”

Shen Mu shook his head, first making eye contact with Gu Jun, then his gaze avoiding, fixing on the fluffy white creature in Gu Jun’s arms.

“Well…” Shen Mu cleared his throat, “How did it end up in your arms?”

“Oh, sorry about that.” Gu Jun casually sat by the bed, then lifted the bunny’s buttocks with one hand and hugged its fluffy body with the other, handing it to Shen Mu, “Your bunny insisted I hold it, so I did. Here, for you.”

Shen Mu nervously took it, feeling his earlobes getting even redder. Having someone else hold and touch one’s bonded creature was an intimate affair. Indeed, his bonded creature would always jump into Gu Jun’s arms, just like a few years ago and still the same now. Normally, it wouldn’t let anyone else touch it except Shen Mu.

“Still uncomfortable?” Gu Jun raised his hand, pinching Shen Mu’s earlobe, “A bit warm.”

“Brother.” Shen Mu lowered his head, embarrassed to look at Gu Jun, speaking in a low voice.

“Hmm?” Gu Jun looked at Shen Mu with confusion.

Unable to suppress a stomachache, Shen Mu wondered what was wrong with the kid. Did he not satisfy him when making the temporary mark? Did he do something wrong? He tried to follow the textbook instructions as much as possible.

“It’s not a bunny.” Shen Mu suddenly said, “He’s my bonded creature, a fox.”

Ah, I see.

So, it was indeed the kid’s bonded creature. He not only held and touched it but also mistook the species.

Gu Jun suddenly felt a bit awkward.