Chapter 392 – ABO: The Heaven-Sent Sweetheart – The Birth of the Grand Marshal’s Spouse (16)
Jacob’s sudden move caused an uproar across the entire network.
No one had expected that their prospective next Grand Marshal already had a partner.
Who was Bai Tang? No one had heard of him before. There was no record of him in the Omega Association either. It seemed he was not an omega, but a beta.
A beta, huh—
Once Bai Tang’s identity was confirmed, everyone felt relieved. Those who had hoped to introduce potential partners to Jacob also breathed a sigh of relief.
As everyone knows, an alpha paired with an omega is considered the optimal match, with a higher chance of producing offspring.
The general public only entertained the idea casually, talking about it without taking any real action. They knew that whether Jacob had a partner or not, their chances of being chosen were extremely slim. Still, if Jacob remained single, they could at least cling to a bit of fantasy.
Other leaders, however, thought differently. Jacob was clearly a rising star and enjoyed immense public support. If they could build a good relationship with him, things would be much easier for them in the future.
They made up their minds to find Jacob a considerate and devoted omega, so that he would remember their favor.
A group of people who were incompetent at everything somehow, after much deliberation, chose Milly—an omega who had just been brought from a remote small planet’s Omega Association to the Interstellar Alliance Center.
After reviewing Milly’s profile and photos, they nodded in satisfaction.
She came from a small planet and lacked experience—easy to manipulate. If they treated her a bit better, drew her into their faction, and then married her off to Jacob, they wouldn’t have to worry about lacking informants around him. Excellent, truly excellent.
Pillow talk might seem insignificant, but when used well, its power is beyond imagination.
They already seemed to see themselves regaining real authority and standing once more at the pinnacle of power.
Unfortunately, no matter how perfect their plan seemed, it was nothing more than wishful thinking.
Milly lived a life of indulgence in the Omega Association on the small planet. If she wanted the stars, they wouldn’t give her the moon—but anything else was delivered without question. Sweet food at noon, savory dishes at night—everything was arranged for her. She truly lived in bliss, reluctant to leave. Her life was far better than modern times: no struggle, no penny-pinching over money. Even the life of a rich second-generation heir couldn’t compare to what she had now.
Milly enjoyed this luxurious life for quite a long time. Meanwhile, the Omega Association staff conducted daily health checks and carefully recorded her physical condition.
About five months later, they received a notice from the Interstellar Alliance to select an omega partner for the next Grand Marshal.
This was a huge matter. If the next Grand Marshal’s partner came from their planet, the planet’s ranking would definitely rise by several levels.
To make sure Milly could participate in this selection, they spent a large sum of money to have a spaceship arrive early and send her to the Interstellar Alliance.
She had thought that life on the small planet was already good enough, but she never expected the Interstellar Alliance to be even more advanced. Milly felt as though her eyes weren’t enough—everything dazzled her.
Accompanying her to the Interstellar Alliance were also Father Bai and Mother Bai.
Milly had no close relatives. When she first arrived, she had received help from Father Bai and Mother Bai. Seeing that the elderly couple had lost their son and seemed rather pitiful, she brought them along, treating it as a way to repay their kindness.
Father Bai and Mother Bai, who had long known that it was Milly who had revealed Bai Tang’s identity, were naturally unwilling to act as Milly’s “elders,” much less let her marry into a powerful family. If not for the protection afforded by her omega status, Mother Bai would have had the urge to kill someone—how could she possibly support Milly?
The reason Father Bai and Mother Bai agreed to travel with them to the Interstellar Alliance was because Jacob had contacted them. He and Tang Tang were currently on the Alliance’s central planet, and Tang Tang missed his parents and hoped they could come.
As doting parents who adored Tang Tang to the extreme, once they finally had news of Bai Tang, no matter how far the distance, they would find a way to go to him.
At first, the two elders refused. Later, they changed their minds, which made Milly think they had seen her value and wanted to cling to higher status.
But that didn’t matter—she had already considered it repayment anyway.
Who would have thought that the moment they stepped off the spaceship, Bai Tang and Jacob would be standing at the exit to welcome them.
“Dad, Mom~” The young man happily ran toward Father Bai and Mother Bai.
Jacob looked at his now-empty palm. Just a second ago, he had been holding his beloved youth’s hand; the next second, it was empty.
A storm brewed in his lowered eyes. How could Tang Tang leave him?
Demonic energy leaked out once again. Qiu’er turned around and saw Jacob shrouded in black aura. He shuddered all over—who had provoked this living calamity again? How terrifying.
Before Qiu’er could even tell Tang Tang to go coax him, the young man—who was still acting spoiled toward his parents—turned his head and shouted loudly at Jacob, “Abu, come quickly! Your father-in-law and mother-in-law want to see their son-in-law~”
The alpha, who had been under oppressive low pressure just a moment ago, suddenly cleared up. His whole demeanor was as if he were bathed in spring breeze—bright, sunny, and cheerful.
Jacob took the luggage from Father Bai and Mother Bai and said, “Tang Tang has been waiting for a long time and is tired. Let’s go back first and talk there.”
“Alright, alright…” Mother Bai responded repeatedly. Seeing that Tang Tang, who had been away from home for so long, had not lost weight but had even gained a little, she felt more and more satisfied—like a mother-in-law looking at her son-in-law.
They got into a hover car and quickly left the port.
Milly had intended to greet them, but Father Bai and Mother Bai had already left, leaving her feeling inexplicably frustrated.
She had kindly brought the two elders to the Interstellar Alliance, yet they left without even saying a word. As expected of people from a small planet—so ill-mannered.
However, she quickly pushed that bit of irritation out of her mind. At first, she really had thought Jacob was a good match. Now, it seemed that marrying the Grand Marshal would be far better than staying with just a Jacob.
She followed the introducer eagerly, admiring the scenery along the way while listening to the explanations. Her anticipation for the young and handsome Grand Marshal only grew.
What would her future husband look like?!
The introducer and the assistant exchanged a glance and smiled knowingly.
After returning to their residence, Father Bai and Mother Bai finally learned that Jacob was actually the next Grand Marshal. Their hearts, filled with concern for their son, instantly tightened.
Although they were intimidated by Jacob’s status, Father Bai and Mother Bai had not forgotten that Milly—who had come on the same ship as them—was one of the candidates for the Grand Marshal’s spouse. If a Grand Marshal’s wife was being selected, then what did that make Tang Tang to Jacob?!
The more Father Bai thought about it, the angrier he became. Sitting on the sofa, he huffed and glared, only held back from charging over to fight Jacob because Mother Bai pulled him back.
Bai Tang and Jacob brought out fruit and snacks from the kitchen, and the four of them sat facing one another.
“Dad, Mom, make yourselves at home. There’s no need to be so formal,” Bai Tang said with a smile as he pushed the plate toward his parents.
Mother Bai graciously picked up a piece of fruit with her fork.
“Tang Tang, open your mouth.”
“Ah—”
The two across from them fed each other sweetly. Holding that piece of fruit, Mother Bai found herself unable to eat it—yet unable to put it down either.
In the end, she set it aside and beckoned to Tang Tang, signaling for him to come over.
Just as Bai Tang was about to move, the restraint around his waist kept him in place.
He looked up at Jacob in confusion.
Jacob smiled and said, “Dad and Mom have traveled a long way to get to the Interstellar Alliance. And you still want to go over and pester them, hmm?”
Bai Tang suddenly understood. He turned to look at Father Bai and Mother Bai’s tired faces, guilt rising in his heart. Now truly wasn’t a good time to act spoiled.
Jacob’s domineering and forceful manner did not escape Father Bai and Mother Bai’s notice. Mother Bai sighed and said, “Jacob, don’t blame me for being blunt. You’re already the prospective Grand Marshal now. The entire Alliance is busy over the position of the Grand Marshal’s spouse. On the passenger ship we took, there was already an omega who is one of your potential spouses. Tell me honestly—what are you thinking? As for Tang Tang, you…”
“Madam Bai, please rest assured,” Jacob interrupted calmly. “The position of my spouse can belong only to Tang Tang.”
He had never once considered marrying anyone other than Bai Tang.
“But those…” Mother Bai hesitated. In front of Bai Tang, she truly couldn’t bring herself to say things like keeping lovers or similar implications.
Yet Jacob seemed to know exactly what she was about to say. He continued,
“I don’t need to select a Grand Marshal’s spouse. However, the former Grand Marshal rendered great service. His wife unfortunately died in this war, and everyone deeply mourns her loss. The former Grand Marshal and his wife shared deep affection, and their only son is unfortunately disabled, leaving no heir. It would be most appropriate for him to remarry and produce a successor.”
Jacob’s expression was upright and righteous, yet the words he spoke sent a chill down one’s spine.
Who was the former Grand Marshal? His reputation was already so foul it couldn’t possibly get worse. Even the omegas who wanted to push Tang Tang aside to take his place didn’t deserve that kind of fate.
Mother Bai felt a surge of compassion. Even Father Bai’s lips twitched, as though he wanted to say something.
Bai Tang tugged at Jacob’s hand. Jacob lowered his head and looked at his beloved gently.
“What’s wrong, Tang Tang? Are you hungry? I’ll go cook right now.”
“No,” Bai Tang said, holding Jacob back. “There’s actually no need to go this far…”
Jacob immediately understood what Bai Tang meant. He reached out and ruffled the young man’s hair.
“Don’t worry. I’ll let the rumor spread. Those who are sensible will naturally back off. As for those with ulterior motives—they can get exactly what they want and ascend to the position of ‘Grand Marshal’s spouse.’”
The wordplay was deliberate and profound. Those eager to curry favor by searching for omegas had said they were selecting a Grand Marshal’s spouse, but they had never specified which Grand Marshal’s spouse.
Jacob wasn’t heartless—since some people liked the title of “Grand Marshal” so much, he would simply fulfill their wishes. Of course, he would first filter out the omegas who had been forced to participate in the selection.
Jacob acted swiftly. Once the rumor spread, those who realized something was amiss immediately backed out. Those who had been coerced and had come to terms with reality participated in the selection with a sense of grim resolve—only to be told upon arrival that they could go home.
Each of them was stunned at first, then overjoyed.
They had no desire to be the third party, nor did they want to incur the current Grand Marshal’s displeasure and become targets.
Milly’s ambitions had already been inflated. Her original intentions had long been worn away by a life of indulgence and excess. Even after hearing this news, she still clung to hope.
She had been tested—her physical condition was excellent in every aspect. Her fertility rate was higher than that of ordinary omegas, and she was good-looking as well. If the Grand Marshal knew all this, there was no reason for him not to choose her over a beta who would have difficulty bearing children.
Her lofty ambition was soon discovered by Jacob.
Jacob decided to grant Milly her wish. With a single order, he had her sent to the Grand Marshal’s residence.
Amid her screams, Milly was dragged into a room by the former Grand Marshal…
Author’s Note :
It’s not that she wasn’t given chances—it’s just that the female lead persisted all the way through. Let us congratulate the female lead on successfully achieving her dream and becoming the “Grand Marshal’s spouse.”