Longing Leans One Way

Hearing that, Wan Ying fell silent.

Did he miss him?

Maybe a little.

He turned around and soothed him. "All right, go to sleep. I'll hold you while you sleep for a while. I have to leave in the second half of the night."

"So unfair. You want me to miss you, but you don't miss me, Brother." Bian He puffed out his cheeks and complained.

Yet he was very sensible. He lay on his side and wrapped an arm around Wan Ying's waist without letting go.

Too sensible. No unreasonable fussing.

This was supposed to be the scene Wan Ying wanted.

The embrace was tight.

As if Bian He wanted to knead him into his flesh and blood.

Wan Ying breathed in the faint floral scent and fell asleep in the warmth.

"Wan Ying, I'm really looking forward to seeing you."

Bian He murmured softly, coating the man in his floral scent.

Once he was marked with pheromones, those blind fools would not dare set their sights on his person.

Before dawn.

Wan Ying stood by the bed, looking at the sleeping Little Treasure.

A thought surfaced, and he bent down to kiss his forehead. "My Little Treasure, be good and wait for me to come back."

As soon as the kiss landed, Little Treasure turned over and mumbled in his sleep, "..."

Even in his dreams, it was Wan Ying.

He really knew how to please him.

When Wan Ying returned this time, he would have a ring custom-made for him.

He had to give Little Treasure some kind of gift to make him wholeheartedly devoted to following him.

Wan Ying picked up his backpack and gently closed the door.

A car that blended into the night was parked outside.

He opened the door and sat in the front seat.

"Director, why are you a few minutes later than usual? Did the one at home not want to let you go?"

"Yeah, Director. When have you ever not arrived early for a mission? This time, we're all here, yet you still couldn't bear to come out."

"Having an Omega really does change things. Even our stern and impartial Director has become much gentler."

One teasing remark followed another.

Wan Ying unscrewed his thermos and, before taking a drink, shot back, "If you have the time to talk nonsense, then don't screw up at a critical moment. Otherwise, get ready for extra training when we get back."

That single sentence successfully quieted everyone.

Their expressions turned miserable.

He Xiaowu pulled on his jacket. "Director, your tongue is so sharp, yet you managed to find such a beautiful Omega. That's not fair."

"Brother, why didn't you secretly bring him along? I even saved him a seat. He's home alone—aren't you worried?"

"An Omega alone at home could run into danger. Brother, go bring him over."

Why did this bunch of brats lose their minds whenever they saw an Omega?

Wan Ying gripped his phone, his voice low. "This mission is rather complicated. The district chief said we must secure victory. It would be inconvenient to bring him along."

As he spoke, he looked out the window. Outside was pitch-black.

They were getting farther and farther from home. Why had he started missing him after only a few minutes?

He really did want to bring Little Treasure with him.

He regretted it. He might as well pack Little Treasure into a suitcase.

His Little Treasure was so obedient. He would surely stay by Wan Ying's side obediently and do whatever he was told.

The car disappeared down the street without leaving a trace.

At the same time.

The figure sleeping in bed had long since awakened.

Bian He leaped out the window.

A dark green SUV was parked by the roadside.

Two people stood guard outside the vehicle.

Bian He changed clothes and put his Bite Guard back on.

Being away from his master for too long made him feel uncomfortable.

The suppressants were not working very well. While showering, he had nearly failed to hold himself back.

He had not controlled his strength when biting down and had bitten through the skin.

The car window rolled down.

Bian He sat in the passenger seat and fastened his seat belt.

He toyed with a button from Wan Ying's clothing and ordered coldly, "Get in."

The others got into the car one after another.

Inside the car.

"Damn, did someone eat mint candy? Why does it smell so strongly of mint?"

"Hiss, it really is a strong mint scent. Boss, give me a piece of gum."

"Brother, what brand of gum is that? Why is the flavor so strong? Send me the link when you have time. I'll buy some after we get back."

Bian He's gaze flickered, and he smiled without saying anything.

A strong mint scent?

It was the mark Wan Ying had deliberately left on him. He had not said the word "miss," but every gesture revealed his reluctance to part.

It was fine. His Wan Ying was awkward. He only needed a little patient coaxing.

His thin lips curved as he showed off. "This mint is exclusive to me. Even if you want some, you can't have it."

This was his partner's exclusive scent.

The one and only mint in the world.

"Hm? Boss, something's off. Since when were you this stingy? Could it be a gift from someone special?"

"Boss, what have you been doing these past few days? Why haven't we seen you come out for drinks?"

"Don't tell me you found an Omega and started dating?"

"I knew it. Our boss definitely wouldn't miss the chance to compete with the people from the Elite Law District."

"I heard that the Director from their district is participating in this mission too."

"Boss, don't go crazy again this time. You have to win at the critical moment. Take us brothers to victory too."

"What are you talking about? Has our boss not led you to plenty of wins?"

They chatted and joked around.

Instead of sleeping in the middle of the night, every one of them was surprisingly excited.

"That's enough. I'm going to sleep." Bian He closed his eyes to rest.

As soon as he spoke, the car fell quiet again.

Everyone obediently stayed in their seats. Those who could not sleep played on their phones, while the others leaned against the car and dozed.

It was so quiet that even their breathing was soft.

After all, no one dared provoke an enforcer who could go mad at any moment.

Once he put on that uniform and wore his distinctive Bite Guard, his presence was naturally intimidating even without anger.

Bian He inhaled the mint scent on his body.

There was not much of the scent left.

Breathing it in made his head feel a little light, and his eyes, filled with longing, had reddened slightly.

He parted his lips, and a flash of sharp fangs appeared.

The urge to tear and bite surfaced again and again.

The car gradually slowed down.

They entered the competition zone and split into two teams.

The paths grew increasingly complex and rugged.

Among the trees, little sunlight filtered through.

"Boss, I think I just saw people from the Elite Law District searching for supplies over there."

Hearing that.

Bian He opened his eyes and looked through the car window at several figures.

Where were they?

Why could he not see them?

They were in such a hurry to gather supplies. It seemed their desire to win was very strong.

"You go check elsewhere. Be careful, and don't fall into any traps."

Bian He put on his cap and mask, then jumped out of the car.

He was going to find his person.

He moved through the weeds.

After gathering supplies for an entire day, they hauled everything into the car.

Night fell.

It was time to set off back.

Bian He closed his eyes and searched the air for scents.

Why was there a trace of blood mixed into the mint pheromones?

He was injured.

He emptied his mind and listened carefully.

"Has anyone seen the Director? Why hasn't he come back after so long?"

"The Director said he was going to look for things in that row of houses. He told us to wait for him in the car. Let's wait a little longer."

"Then let's put these things in the car first."

Houses?

There was only one place with houses nearby.

Bian He slowly opened his eyes, scanned the area, and confirmed the direction.

His figure vanished in an instant.

He arrived at a row of white buildings.

They were all virus laboratories.

A trace of worry flashed through Bian He's eyes, and he quickened his search.

Pheromones drifted through the air.

He quickly caught the mint pheromones.