I transmigrated to the ABO world—and now, I'm the only eldest son of the wealthy Gu family.
The person I transmigrated into… is the future heir, the one who will take control of the entire illustrious corporation. A life everyone dreams of.
But if I could go back just one day…
I was just a weak, bullied, and despised student. My parents died young, and I had no one to rely on. That day, they tricked me onto the rooftop, tore my clothes, humiliated me, called me a despicable person, and filmed it.
Resentment. Humiliation. Despair.
I threw myself from the rooftop, ending my life…
I thought it was the end. But no… it was the beginning.
I woke up in a luxurious room. The exquisite ceiling made me freeze, my heart pounding as if it could jump out of my chest at any moment.
"C…could it be…I'm still alive…?"
A refined woman rushed over and hugged me tightly. She trembled, her voice choked with emotion:
"I'm sorry…I'm so sorry, my child…It's my fault for not watching you carefully…"
I was speechless.
"…Mother?"
From childhood to adulthood, I had never had anyone to call by that word. I unconsciously recoiled slightly, my voice trembling so much it sounded like a whisper:
"W…who are you…?"
The woman's face turned pale.
"A Xiang…you…you don't recognize your mother…?"
Her trembling hand touched my cheek. My whole body stiffened, my heart pounding like a small animal cornered in a panic.
She quickly called for a doctor. And I… I could only look around, trying to remain calm while my mind raced.
Could it be…I really transmigrated?
I took a deep breath, trying not to show my fear. My eyes lowered, my voice noticeably softer:
"Ah… yes… I… I'm fine… I think… I'm just a little dizzy…"
She stared at me, then suddenly her eyes welled up:
"A Tường… you're so well-behaved today… you even thanked your mother…"
I froze as she hugged me, but that warmth… was so gentle that I didn't know how to react. The feeling was so unfamiliar, it made my heart clench slightly.
Just then, the housekeeper entered.
"Madam, the master is looking for you."
She squeezed my hand:
"You rest now. I'll just be out for a little while."
I quickly bowed my head, my voice barely a whisper:
"Y… yes… Mother, please… I… I'm fine…"
She still glanced at me worriedly, instructing the servants standing at the door not to disturb us.
I looked out the window. The sunlight streamed in, so warm that I blinked slightly. My heart still ached from the memory of yesterday's final moments of my life.
I had died once.
If I could live again… I wouldn't want to continue trembling like a shadow.
"At least… I must live better… even if only a little."
That's all. Not grand dreams. Just… to truly live.
A soft knock sounded at the door. The butler entered, his voice gentle:
"Young master, it's time for dinner. The master and mistress are waiting for you downstairs."
I paused, slightly startled, unaccustomed to anyone calling me "young master."
I instinctively bowed my head, my voice stammering:
"Y… yes… I… I'll be right down… You… you go ahead…"
The door closed. I sat on the bed for a while, clenching my fists to calm myself, thinking to myself:
"I have to play the role.
I can't let anyone find out.
I can't let myself be kicked out of this place."
And so… I stepped into a new world, beginning a new life, brighter but also full of unpredictable potential…
I quickly changed clothes in my room, my heart still in turmoil. My eyes scanned the luxurious room, my hands trembling as I picked up each piece of clothing. Everything was so extravagant, so different from my previous life.
After a moment of hesitation, I chose a comfortable outfit, something I'd consider appropriate for the occasion. Sighing, I tiptoed downstairs.
My mother was already there, her eyes shining as she looked at me:
"A Tường, come down quickly! The food's getting cold!"
I hesitated, clutching my sleeve, trying to smile:
"Yes… yes… I… I'll be right down."
Sitting at the table, my mother kept putting food on my plate, her voice gentle:
"A Xiang, eat a lot, you must get well soon."
I nodded, quickly swallowing a few bites, my heart still in turmoil. The feeling of being loved made me a little flustered, a mixture of fear and…familiarity.
My father, exuding a serious aura, spoke up:
"There will be a big auction tonight. A Xiang, do you want to go?"
I hesitated for a moment, looking up at my father:
"An…an auction…? What is it?"
He answered calmly, but the look in his eyes was slightly different, making me even more nervous:
"It's an annual gathering of tycoons. They're here to auction off valuable items. I heard there's a very special item this time."
I nodded slightly, still feeling confused, but trying to remain calm.
My mother turned to me, narrowing her eyes:
"A Xiang, will you come with us? We can introduce you to everyone."
I took a breath, my hand gripping the corner of my shirt:
"Yes... yes... I'll go with you... if you want."
She smiled brightly, pulling me to my feet:
"Then we must go choose an outfit right away! My son must be the most outstanding person tonight!"
I stammered, following along while thinking to myself: "How... how can I avoid being discovered as someone else...?"
My mother led me to a series of famous clothing stores. I awkwardly followed, my eyes glued to the luxurious clothes, my heart pounding.Excited yet nervous. My hand clung tightly to my mother's, occasionally pulling back slightly when the shop assistants smiled and greeted us.
"My son, take a look at this," my mother handed me an exquisitely embroidered white suit.
I picked it up, stared at it for a few seconds, then gently shook my head:
"Uh... uh... I... I think it's a bit... too big... I don't dare wear it..."
My mother smiled, gently but firmly:
"Just try it on. How will you know if it fits or not without trying it on? I'll help you."
I blushed, nodded softly, held the suit, and went into the fitting room. In the mirror, I felt both strange and... embarrassed, familiar yet unfamiliar, as if I were looking at a completely different person.
After several outfits, my mother finally chose one that fit well, sophisticated but not too flashy, just enough to make me feel comfortable. I took a deep breath, trying to stay calm, and silently told myself, "I… I have to get used to this life… one step at a time."
When I stepped out of the fitting room, my mother beamed at me:
"That's right! My son is always the most handsome in my eyes!"
I could only smile softly, nod, still feeling awkward. The feeling was both warm and… indescribable, like the whole world was gradually opening up before me, but I wasn't quite used to it yet.
Finally, my mother was satisfied with the suit she had chosen. I stood in front of the mirror, my hands trembling slightly, looking at myself in the perfectly fitting suit. The strange yet familiar feeling made my heart race.
"Do… do I look okay?" I asked softly, my voice still trembling, my eyes glancing at my mother.
My mother took my hand, gently smiling:
"Of course you do! My son is always radiant in my eyes."
I nodded, trying to smile, but still felt a little embarrassed. For the first time in my life, I felt attention and concern not only from my mother but also from the world around me, and that made me both excited and apprehensive.
As we prepared to leave the house, my father was already waiting by the car. He looked at me, his gaze serious but not overly harsh:
"A Xiang, today is the auction. Remember to maintain the demeanor of a son of the Gu family. Understood?"
I nodded, my voice soft:
"Yes… I will try."
On the way to the auction, I still held my mother's hand tightly, feeling both protected and anxious. Everything around me was so luxurious, so unfamiliar, that at times I wanted to… withdraw, reminding myself that I was still a newcomer in this world.
When the car stopped in front of the luxurious building, I looked up, my heart beating faster. My mother smiled at me:
"Don't worry. As long as you're confident, I'll be by your side."
I took a deep breath, trying to compose myself, then got out of the car and followed my mother inside. My steps were still a little shaky, but I told myself, "I can do this. Even though I'm confused, I'll keep going, one step at a time."