After a Metaphysics Master Transmigrates into a Scummy Alpha, She Ends Up with the Best Actress - Chapter 5

Ye Lin walked toward Gu Li, who scooted over to make room. She sat down, feeling the lingering warmth on the seat left by the Movie Queen.

Ah, how could I be so bold? She unstrapped her backpack, held it to her chest, and tilted her head to thank Gu Li.

Ming Fanshuang and Luo Quan were baffled by Gu Li’s hospitality. Did the Movie Queen not know Ye Lin was a “Scum Alpha”? The two of them rested their chins in their hands, pondering the situation for a long time until, almost simultaneously, a bolt of realization struck them: Movie Queen Gu has been deceived by that Scum Alpha’s pretty face. It has to be!

Ye Lin hugged her backpack tighter, flashing her small tiger teeth in a goofy grin at Gu Li. Gu Li was truly beautiful—the gentle, mature “Big Sister” type and so kind-hearted that she didn’t seem to mind her at all. What a good person, Ye Lin thought.

Unaware that she had just been handed a “Good Person Card,” the Movie Queen offered Ye Lin a faint smile in return.

Ye Lin’s pale face instantly flushed bright red. Goodness, when beautiful people smile, it’s truly something else! Those two dimples felt like they were about to suck her soul right out.

Gu Li was startled by the reaction. That expression is actually kind of cute?

Wasn’t she supposed to be a notorious playgirl? Why did she react like a total virgin? And she was staring so intently—bold, indeed.

“Do I look good?” Gu Li asked, propping her cheek on her hand. Her movement was slightly predatory, a faint cold glint shimmering in her eyes. She looked both dangerous and alluring.

“Ah! Yes, you, you look good.” Ye Lin clumsily retracted her gaze and buried her face in her backpack. Oh, the shame! How did I get the honor of sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with a Human Koi, only to get caught peeking at her? How embarrassing!

In her past life, Ye Lin had been destitute and alone, with zero chance of sitting next to a beauty, let alone one with a “Lucky Charm” constitution. She was still dizzy, feeling as though none of this was real.

As the van exited the highway, the smooth road turned into a bumpy village path. The vehicle jolted violently. Ye Lin’s nose twitched as she caught the scent of agarwood. She straightened up and confirmed the fragrance was coming from Gu Li. Agarwood was a heavy, sophisticated, and understated scent; she hadn’t expected the Movie Queen to have such refined taste. As she pondered this, she drifted off to sleep.

It took over three hours to reach their destination. Curiously, despite the rough ride, everyone except the driver fell into an incredibly deep sleep.

Shen Biejun was the first to hop out, stretching his limbs with a long sigh. “Ah! That was a great nap!”

The other guests felt the same. Ye Lin was also surprised she had managed to sleep through the final leg of the trip.

“That just means you were all exhausted,” the driver said with a laugh. “The road after the highway is incredibly bumpy for an hour. I was afraid of waking you, but you were all snoring away. So, I just focused on the gas.” He had driven many celebrities before, but never a group that could sleep like this. It was almost as if they were under a spell.

Ye Lin wiped a bit of drool from her lip. Her left cheek had a few red creases from the pressure of her backpack. Because she was so beautiful, the creases didn’t look messy; they gave her a bit of a “rogueish” charm. She gave Gu Li an apologetic smile.

Waking up with a pinkish flush on her face, Ye Lin’s refined features paired with that slightly dim-witted grin looked “derpy-cute.” It hit Gu Li’s “moe” button perfectly.

The live stream comments began to flood in:

【Tsk, is she faking it? Why is she nothing like the rumors?】

【Exactly. If Ye Lin isn’t causing trouble, she must be plotting something huge! Watch out.】

【Aww! My baby Shuang is so precious!】

【Who is Xiao Qing watching? Quick, switch the camera angle! I need to know who caught his eye!】

Ye Lin rubbed her face sheepishly and hurried to get her backpack and clear the way for the Movie Queen. She felt like her brain’s IQ dropped whenever she was around Gu Li.

Stepping out of the van, the fresh air awakened her senses. It had been a long time since she had been in the countryside. Ye Lin took a deep breath and surveyed the village. The village sat with its back to the mountains and faced the water—excellent Feng Shui. Moreover, she could see a faint purple mist hovering over the houses; this was a highly auspicious settlement.

“Guests, the place we are in is called Xiao Wang Village,” the Director introduced enthusiastically. “Since the early days of the nation, this village has produced many remarkable people—astronauts, master craftsmen, you name it. It’s a cradle of talent for our country.”

Ye Lin listened with great interest, but the male guests still looked half-asleep. Gu Li, however, stood nearby looking quite refreshed. Ye Lin glanced at the other guests and staff, then back at the village and the mountain behind it. Finally, she rubbed her chin thoughtfully.

“Now, please hand over your electronic devices. We are going to experience a ‘1950s Countryside Romance’!” The Director’s words drew groans from the guests—mostly performative, as this was in the script.

In that era, material life was simple. Regardless of ABO status, everyone wore the same Mao-style suits, sturdy canvas trousers, and traditional cloth shoes with multi-layered soles.

While the guests took turns changing in the van, Ye Lin stealthily slipped a folded talisman into Gu Li’s pocket. She then stood there looking innocent as the Director explained the rules.

The Rules:
1. Guests must gather as many food ingredients as possible within the time limit. These will be used by the crew to cook dinner.

2. Accommodations will be assigned based on how much food each guest gathers.

3. The method of distribution and room selection will be revealed at dinner.

Cunning production team, Ye Lin thought.

Ming Fanshuang stole a glance at Gu Li. She dreamed of staying under the same roof as her idol. Besides, they were the only two female Omegas in the group; staying together would be safer. She sneaked over to the Director to ask about the room assignments.

The Director gave her a three-word answer: “It’s a secret!”

Ye Lin, with her sharp hearing, shook her head and started walking toward the village with her long strides.

“Don’t bother asking,” Chen Qingyang whispered to Ming Fanshuang. He was a rising Omega star with notoriously bad luck. He wanted to form an alliance with her so they could work together and split the results. “I think if we gather more food, it’ll definitely help.”

“You have a point.” Ming Fanshuang nodded seriously, her eyes lighting up. “How about we team up? We’ll ask for food together and split it 50/50?”

It was exactly what Chen Qingyang wanted. They hit it off immediately.

Luo Quan radiated an “aura of exclusion” because he had just offered an olive branch to Gu Li and been rejected. Her reason? The rules required individual action. As a man, he had never been the one to initiate an invitation only to be snubbed. In his mind, he temporarily blacklisted Gu Li, mentally locking her in the same “room” as Ye Lin. They were both “villains” in his book now.

Shen Biejun wandered into a farmhouse courtyard. Being large and muscular, he simply started helping the family with their farm work.

The two Omegas avoided the crew’s cameras and headed toward the village square. There were more people there; they hoped to use their celebrity charm to trade for food.

Everyone was using their own “special skills,” while Ye Lin wandered aimlessly. The village atmosphere was lovely—picket fences, small vegetable gardens, rows of brick houses, and endless fields. Combined with the mountain backdrop, it was a peaceful stroll.

As she rounded the row of houses at the foot of the mountain, Ye Lin heard the sound of a child crying.

The crying was weak and thin, mingled with the anxious voice of a woman.