Chapter 17

Chapter 17

How much damage could a dominant Alpha cause?

Chu Li was an extremely determined individual. Once he had a goal in mind, he would spare no effort to achieve it.

The next day, he went to the school library and borrowed a pile of medical books.

The original owner might have been a high-ranking Omega. Despite being suppressed by Chu Heyang's family, resulting in a reserved and introverted personality, their physical attributes were exceptional. They possessed an almost photographic memory.

Starting with the basics, Chu Li noticed similarities between what he was reading and what he had learned in his previous life.

However, Alphas and Omegas had additional glands located at the back of their necks. For Alphas, there was a small gland nestled in the depression behind their ears, connecting to their fourth or fifth tooth. When an Alpha bit an Omega's gland, this small gland would release its pheromones like a venomous snake, marking the Omega.

Moreover, male Omegas had an additional reproductive chamber deep within their bodies, functioning similarly to a female's uterus, responsible for final marking and conception.

But this reproductive cavity would only open during the annual rut, and only under the condition that an Alpha released pheromones. Thus, male Omegas couldn't conceive with Betas since Betas lacked pheromones to stimulate the opening of the reproductive chamber in male Omegas.

Certainly, the advantage was that male Omegas didn't have to endure the monthly agony of menstruation like female Betas and female Omegas.

This was probably the only thing Chu Li was grateful for.

While attending classes at Omega Academy, Chu Li devoured books on the medical field in the library.

Before he could submit his application to change majors, rumors had already spread throughout the Omega Academy about an overly ambitious Omega attempting to transfer to the Medical Department.

Chu Heyang relentlessly ridiculed him from all angles, but Chu Li ignored him. As soon as class ended, he would rush to the library, unwilling to waste a single moment of his time.

In the interstellar era, information technology had reached its pinnacle. In such a time, learning new skills was actually quite simple. One just needed to search on their personal terminal to find various forms of educational materials - texts, recordings, videos, even 3D videos - addressing any questions they might have.

The Medical Department wasn't a highly secretive discipline; its curriculum was mature and easy to grasp. Chu Li taught himself through several professional textbooks, but when he searched for other courses within the Medical Department, he realized that what was taught in school was different from what he expected.

In this age, many medical treatments were entrusted to machines. Medical instruments performed various therapeutic functions, making the Medical Department... or perhaps it should be called the Medical Instrument Operation Department. All the content taught in the department was related to operating these instruments. Some Medical Department students didn't even know which medications to administer for a common cold.

They simply needed to place a patient with a cold inside the medical instrument and activate the "cold virus elimination mode." Within two hours, the ordinary illness caused by the virus would be completely cured. Furthermore, while curing the cold, the medical instrument would give the patient's immune system a "booster shot," making it difficult for them to fall ill again for the next six months.

The cancer that had plagued Chu Li in his previous life was easily treated here with just two sessions. Not only would it lead to full recovery, but it would also strengthen the body and permanently prevent recurrence of the disease.

Currently, apart from neurological and genetic disorders, humanity had conquered all natural diseases. Chu Li was astounded by this state of affairs. Reflecting on the cause of his death in his previous life, he felt like an ant, working tirelessly throughout his existence, only to be crushed effortlessly by an elephant's foot.

Upon deeper contemplation, this was likely the result of future technological supremacy.

A week later, Ning Yue returned, forcing Chu Li to reluctantly remove the kitten from their dormitory. During its stay, the kitten would "secretly cross the Chen River" each day, curling up at Chu Li's feet or knees before bedtime. Once Chu Li fell asleep, it would instinctively slip under the covers, nestling into his embrace.

Despite being a nocturnal creature, the kitten adapted to a diurnal routine, always grooming itself clean before awaiting Chu Li's return in bed each evening.

Its overly "domesticated" behavior often gave Chu Li an illusion that he was coming home to a devoted partner. Moreover, since the kitten's arrival, Chu Li's daytime drowsiness and irritability had significantly improved, and his sleep quality at night had become much better.

Unaware that these changes were due to his exposure to the kitten's Alpha pheromones, Chu Li believed the kitten to be his good luck charm. His affection for the little feline grew, solidifying his decision to change majors.

The kitten, seemingly understanding, didn't resist when Chu Li released it back onto campus. It allowed Chu Li to find a secluded corner to set it down, watching him silently as he left.

Its quiet compliance tugged at Chu Li's heartstrings. After walking a distance, he couldn't resist turning back for one last look.

Seemingly sensing his unease, the kitten meowed at him in consolation.

Chu Li smiled and swiftly left.

Upon returning, he searched for the steps to apply for a transfer on the school forum. After filling out the online application form, he clicked send.

The review process usually took three working days. The success of the transfer would also depend on his subsequent exam results.

He studied the requirements carefully and confirmed that there was no explicit prohibition against Omegas entering the Healthcare Department. Thus, he held onto the hope that his transfer application would be approved.

With no classes in the afternoon, he headed to the library as usual. Unexpectedly, he encountered an "uninvited guest" at the entrance.

Peng Zihao was dressed in the military uniform of the school's department today, looking quite the part. His previously slightly long hair had been trimmed into a neat buzz cut, enhancing his already stern demeanor.

Upon seeing Chu Li, he still managed a smile and approached proactively. "Finding you is no easy feat."

After waiting for him multiple times outside the Omega College without success, Peng Zihao had asked around and discovered that Chu Li had been spending all his time in the library lately.

Compared to those Omegas who only discussed fashion and cuisine or strategized ways to please their Alphas, Chu Li was indeed unconventional. He even knew how to read books.

Peng Zihao had initially intended to play around with Chu Li, but after discovering that Chu Li was different from his expectations, he developed the desire for a more serious relationship.

On the other hand, Chu Li never expected to encounter this person. He had spent the past week engrossed in books, his mind filled with knowledge, completely forgetting about someone named Peng Zihao, leaving him in an unknown galaxy.

He flashed a professional eight-tooth smile, polite yet distant, and asked, "Ah, may I ask what brings you to me?"

This tone immediately darkened Peng Zihao's expression. He had not forgotten the humiliation he faced by Chu Li and his roommate on the sports field. Stepping forward, he said with a cold face, "Chu Li, what do you mean by that?"

Chu Li was confused. "What... do you mean?"

Peng Zihao replied, "Stop playing these little games. We're all adults. Keeping someone on a string isn't fun."

He assumed that Chu Li's actions were intentionally meant to toy with him.

Chu Li was momentarily stunned before realizing Peng Zihao's interpretation. He couldn't help but inwardly scoff, but maintaining his composure, he responded politely but firmly, "I believe you have misunderstood..."

Before he could finish, Peng Zihao stepped closer, attempting to grab his wrist.

After the recent lessons he'd learned, Chu Li now acutely understood the distinction between Omegas and Alphas, ingraining the instinct to keep unexplained Alphas at bay. As Peng Zihao approached, Chu Li's first reaction was to retreat, swiftly slapping Peng Zihao away!

The sequence of actions was so smooth that Peng Zihao didn't even have time to react. After being struck, he looked at Chu Li in disbelief and shock. "What are you doing?! You actually dared to hit me?"

Chu Li rubbed his numb wrist. He had intended to gracefully end this misunderstanding, but the other party was stubbornly persistent, not giving him a chance to explain.

Now that physical contact had been made, there was no need for pretense.

He decided to harden his expression and said, "I apologize, fellow student, but I have no interest in you. Previously, when I asked you to escort me to my dorm, it was because I genuinely hadn't been to school in a long time and had forgotten the way. I am truly grateful for your help. Offering to treat you to a meal was my way of expressing gratitude. It has nothing to do with any other feelings. Once we finish the meal, we will be even. Right now, we are just two unrelated strangers. I'm sorry, but I don't understand what you mean by 'stringing you along.' I have no other intentions towards you, nor am I stringing you along. Fellow student, you seem to be misinterpreting the situation."

Peng Zihao: "..."

Peng Zihao was handsome, well-built, and an Alpha. Throughout his life, many had confessed their feelings to him, with few being rejected.

Still, Chu Li was the first to so bluntly and publicly refuse him in such a manner.

As he finished his words, the attention of passersby shifted towards them. Even those reading at the library entrance set aside their books, secretly glancing over, as if eager for the drama of an "Alpha relentlessly pursuing an Omega only to be slapped down."

Never before had Peng Zihao felt so humiliated.

The shock on his face dissipated, replaced by a darkening expression. "What are you talking about... Chu Li, are you doing this on purpose? Deliberately drawing my attention with such tactics? Let me tell you..."

Advancing yet another step, it seemed Peng Zihao was still intent on reaching for Chu Li.

With no politeness, Chu Li replied, "By attempting to touch me without permission, you've already crossed the line into sexual harassment. If you continue to approach, I'll have no choice but to assume you're forcing me. In that case, I'll have to give you another slap."

Peng Zihao had never encountered such an Omega in his life! On the surface, this one was polite and gentle, but beneath lay a bed of spikes. As soon as you peeled back the facade of his courteous demeanor, he wouldn't even bother to pretend anymore! He'd simply throw a direct insult!

Regaining his composure, Peng Zihao touched his face and couldn't help but laugh through gritted teeth. "Alright, you've got guts."

Chu Li's expression remained stoic. "I do have courage." At least, he did when he was still on Earth.

Now that he was an Omega, he wasn't sure if it would still apply.

With more and more eyes watching them, Peng Zihao knew that continuing this confrontation would only embarrass himself. With a livid face, he took two steps back, repeatedly saying "Okay" before vengefully warning, "Just you wait."

Chu Li: "…"

He was utterly speechless. Why did such people exist in the world?

When someone passed by him, he assumed they were intentionally getting lost to seduce him; when someone thanked him with an offer for a meal, he thought they were using cunning tactics to deepen their connection; when someone felt that their debt of gratitude was repaid and went about their business, he believed they were deliberately ignoring him.

Rejection etched on his face as if he were the one who'd been humiliated, though it was he who had been unjustly misunderstood - that was truly more vexing.

Chu Li knew he had certainly irritated Peng Zihao today, and there might be more troublesome antics to come. However, he also understood that since he had entered this world as an Omega, these challenges were bound to surface sooner or later.

Enduring quietly was not his approach; finding solutions was.