After Transmigrating as the Abandoned Rich Wife O, I Turned the Scum A's Life into a Crematorium [Transmigration] - Chapter 20

Shen Siying’s thoughts drifted back to a day many years ago. A sudden flash flood on the mountain had swept away all the locust trees. Shen Siying had turned back to save the trees and became trapped. After Gu Bei’s father sent people to rescue her, she remained unconscious for three whole days and was bedridden for an entire month.

Upon waking, her memory was spotty. It wasn’t until several years later, during high school, that she returned to normal, though some details had long since faded.

Shen Siying’s eyes widened in disbelief. “How is that possible? Grandma, you can’t choose to deceive me just to make me keep Gu Bei!”

She walked over to Xin Mengyao’s side. “Mengyao, I’m sorry…”

“You scoundrel, Bei Bei is still right here!” Grandmother’s voice was full of reproach.

Gu Bei didn’t particularly care. Exhausted, she let out her fifth yawn, her eyes misty with fatigue. “Ah, I—it’s fine, really!”

Several days had passed since that incident. Shen Siying barely looked at Gu Bei, though she hadn’t spoken much to her anyway. She left earlier than Gu Bei and returned later.

Although Gu Bei inhabited the original host’s body, memories are not easily replicated; she only learned of the past through Xiao Ba and the natural progression of the plot. So Gu Bei hadn’t lied—she truly knew nothing of it.

To avoid causing trouble for Shen Siying, Xin Mengyao also began accepting small commercial performances, trying to keep herself occupied. Gu Bei, naturally, didn’t know this and didn’t want to waste brain cells thinking about it.

With only one day left until “Super A-Buff” debuted, Gu Bei was a bundle of excitement and nerves, her system under constant tension. Having not eaten well, she had indeed grown thinner. A small Omega already at a physical disadvantage, she now appeared even more frail.

The first thing Magna said upon seeing her was, “Are you sick or something?”

Gu Bei felt it didn’t matter.

There was a new photo shoot today. As she got out of the car, Gu Bei let out a sneeze. She pinched her nose, clutched her coffee, and followed the “Four Beauties,” fully immersing herself in the role of a manager.

Jian Peiyun occasionally turned back to ask if she had a cold. Gu Bei smiled and shook her head, telling Jian Peiyun not to worry.

After half a month of spending time together, the four beauties had become familiar with each other and understood Gu Bei better. Everyone was moving in the same direction, giving their all to every outfit change and shoot.

The shoot went smoothly, finishing just after 4:00 PM. The rest was editing work.

As they left the studio, they saw Shen Siying’s driver waiting at the entrance in the luxury company van Gu Bei had only used a few times. She wasn’t sure if he was waiting for her and assumed Shen Siying was inside. When the driver opened the electric door, she instinctively looked toward the back seat, searching for Shen Siying.

“President Shen ordered that until a suitable driver is found for you, I will take over the role.”

Gu Bei looked at the driver, initially wanting to say thank you, but then thought, What about Shen Siying? The driver told her that for the next few days, Shen Siying would drive herself to work, and if there were social engagements, Xiao Ye would act as the designated driver.

The four beauties were now quasi-celebrities with enough hype and fans that going home alone might result in being swarmed by “sasaeng” fans. Therefore, from today on, the driver’s job was not only to bring Gu Bei home safely but also to drop the four beauties at their respective homes.

Along the way, the four beauties closed their eyes to rest, but Gu Bei’s mind was racing. Tomorrow was the debut. Once tomorrow passed, she would have no reason to stay by Shen Siying’s side; her goal would be achieved. With a fuller schedule ahead, it would be more convenient to live independently. She wanted to discuss this with Shen Siying when she got back.

However, Shen Siying had a social engagement and didn’t return until very late. By then, Gu Bei was already asleep. Shen Siying stood outside Gu Bei’s closed door for a few minutes, and only after hearing her steady, light snoring did she head to her own bedroom with satisfaction.

Midwinter, 6:00 AM. The sky outside was still pitch black. The unextinguished streetlights coldly illuminated a limited field of vision.

Gu Bei wore a dark gray knit dress with a blue double-faced cashmere short coat. Stepping into custom high heels that were difficult to balance in, she gave a sweet, confident smile to the mirror: “Gu Bei, fighting!”

She climbed into the van, not noticing the gazes of the butler, maids, and driver, who looked at her as if she were the most beautiful protagonist of the day.

Shen Siying stood by the bedroom window, watching Gu Bei jog to the car through the cream-colored lace curtains. She suddenly remembered the first time she saw Gu Bei; the girl was just three years old. She had been babbling indistinctly but could say Shen Siying’s name perfectly. The toddler’s voice had been so sweet—like a piece of milk candy, soft and smooth.

Ten-year-old Shen Siying had carried the little “milk-ball” three-year-old Gu Bei to the back garden, standing under the locust trees. That three-year-old’s smile had warmed Shen Siying’s childhood.

Shen Siying picked up her phone. “Xiao Ye, cancel all my appointments for today.”

“But, President Shang’s side…”

“Cancel them.”

“Understood, President Shen.”

At the press conference venue, staff were placing small gift sets on the transparent tea tables in front of every white chair. Gu Bei had chosen a gift set from a famous perfume brand—one of the group’s sponsors. They were launching a new spring line and had already selected “Super A-Buff” as spokespeople. The transparent boxes were wrapped in dark green, grass green, and white lace ribbons—very delicate and elegant.

Gu Bei had arranged different styles of hand-signed commemorative albums for the fan and media zones as a gesture of thanks. She and Magna checked the VIP guest list, the PPT controls, and the hall layout over and over. During the process, Gu Bei took off her coat and sat cross-legged on the carpet, helpfully tying flower balls with the staff.

She worked until the afternoon without a single drop of water. Magna bought her coffee and snacks, which she ate quickly before rushing to the signing desk to brief the ushers on etiquette.

By 5:30 PM, the front of the building had been cleared, and a red carpet was laid out. A crowd of trending stars cooperated with the frantic media, posing with smiles on the red carpet.

Passerby A: “Is all this fanfare necessary?”

Passerby B: “Absolutely! When a ‘Rich Wife’ makes a move, it’s bound to be high-quality!”

Passerby C: “Are there big shots from the political and business sectors here to show support?”

Passerby D: “Look at whose wife that is. Who doesn’t want to rub off on the luck of the true hidden boss?”

Then came the hysterical screams from various fan groups welcoming their idols.

When the black-and-silver Maybach stopped at the end of the red carpet, all the screaming stopped. Beyond curiosity, there was a sense of awe. Shen Siying wore a light khaki mink-fur coat over a wine-red floor-length gown encrusted with rhinestones. Clutching a dazzling limited-edition lizard-skin bag, she slowly entered the public eye. Her top-tier Alpha aura was second to no celebrity.

After a three-second stunned silence, the media began to snap photos frantically, capturing every detail of this top-tier socialite. Since Shen Siying rarely appeared in public outside of essential interviews, many knew her name but not her face; there were hardly any clear photos of her online.

“Shen Siying is here!” Excited staff kept bringing “frontline” updates.

Gu Bei, however, was unaware because she was in the dressing room with the four beauties. Gu Bei wasn’t normally a workaholic, but she had never worked this hard even when she was a bar singer struggling for a living. To the current Gu Bei, “Super A-Buff” was her career, her dream, and her life.

Gu Bei walked slowly past each member like a parent sending their children to an exam, saying earnestly, “Don’t be nervous, girls. Show them your best side!”

Two stylists were carefully applying makeup. The four shared a themed look, but each had unique characteristics. Gu Bei had requested that the stylists emphasize those individual traits so that the audience could distinguish them at a glance, matching them to their solo promotions. Today’s debut featured a green-and-white theme, making the four beauties look even more ethereal and fair-skinned.

Gu Bei looked at them with pure maternal affection. Jian Peiyun, looking cool and fierce, finished first and brought a cup of warm water to Gu Bei. “Boss Gu, take a rest. Your dark circles are as heavy as a panda’s.”

Gu Bei looked up at Jian Peiyun and smiled warmly. “I’m not tired.”

Gu Bei took the water, but there was a flicker of unease in her eyes. Perhaps from lack of sleep or true exhaustion, she felt a bit dizzy and had a slight, unnoticeable fever.

Meanwhile, the press conference hall was packed with distinguished guests. The spotlights dimmed, and the giant screens played “Super A-Buff” photos and short teaser videos.

The music swelled, and the photo backdrop switched to a live broadcast. The four beauties appeared slowly from a stage lift, a refreshing flash of green shining under the spotlights.

In that moment, standing in a corner, Gu Bei secretly wiped away a tear. She had dreamed of this day. All the grievances and hardships were released in this moment.

She thanked Magna for her constant help, the four members for their diligent practice, the fans for their support, and of course, Shen Siying for providing the funds. She remembered her own first performance—clutching a guitar, singing with nerves and desperation. That was the moment she was closest to her dream. Back then, she had no sponsors, no fans, and no professional team. All she had was passion and the determination to keep going even after hitting a wall.

She stood in the dark, yet she shone like a star.

The members on stage caught sight of her in their peripheral vision and performed with even more confidence. The fans below screamed hysterically; everyone praised the meaningful lyrics and the catchy melody. The chorus was incredibly rhythmic and infectious; before long, the fans had learned it, and by the second verse, everyone was singing along in unison.