Call Me the Mother of Quick Transmigration

by Usui Takumii

not mine, from bubble tea translations.wordpress.

16. 151 to 160

Chapter 151 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 6)

During the meal, Madam Qiao sat at the dining table. When she smelled the fragrance, her face was expressionless. Li Su gave her a bowl of rice and a bowl of savoury egg custard. "Mother, eat slowly."

Then, she gave Qiao Zhi half a bowl of bacon rice and a bowl of savoury egg custard. But, Qiao Zhi refused to eat it and insisted on waiting for his mother so they could eat together. "Mum, let's eat together."

Li Su couldn't do anything about him, so she said with a smile, "Big Zhi is a good child. Eat first. Mother will feed your younger sister first, then I will come join you later."

Qiao Zhi still refused. Madam Qiao said, "Big Zhi is a good child. Hurry up and eat first, or the meal will get cold."

Li Su nodded. "Mother is right. Big Zhi is a good child. Mum will come soon."

Only then did Qiao Zhi obediently hold the spoon and eat a little at a time.

After Li Su finished feeding her daughter and coaxed her to sleep, she came out. Qiao Zhi had finished his meal and was playing with a stick, drawing on the ground.

Madam Qiao had also finished eating, but remained at the table waiting for her. When Madam Qiao heard Li Su come out, she said quickly, "Xue girl is asleep? Hurry and eat!"

Li Su hummed and filled a bowl of rice. She then sat down to eat.

Madam Qiao sat next to her. "How was it today? Is Big Zhi used to the school? Has anyone bullied him? How about Xue girl? Are there any issues?"

"Don't worry, mother. It's fine. The students take good care of him. Xuechen is also a very good child. When I'm in class, the other teachers help me take care of her," Li Su said while eating.

Madam Qiao was a little relieved. "Is there any bacon at home?"

Li Su thought for a while. "There's one more. I will go to the mountains when I'm free and see if I can hunt anything."

Madam Qiao was anxious. "You're really intending to go to the mountains? No, you should buy something. It isn't a big deal to sell the gold bracelet. It's too dangerous in the mountains."

Li Su pursed her lips and smiled. "Mother, don't worry. I know. By the way, I'm going to buy something in town this weekend. Do you need anything? I can buy it for you." She had run out of toothpaste, and Big Zhi's toothbrush should also be replaced.

Madam Qiao was very worried, but she didn't know what to say.

But, before Li Su went to town, an uninvited guest came to the Qiao family that night.

"Hey, third younger sister. You live in such a ghost-like place!" the visitor said with a loud voice as she looked around with disgust.

Li Su was washing Qiao Zhi in the kitchen when she heard the voice. She opened the curtain and looked over. After staring for a while, she recognised the other person was the original owner's second older sister, the one who married Lu Wei instead of the original owner. "Second older sister, why are you here?" Li Su quickly picked up Qiao Zhi and put on his clothes.

What was she here for? Was she showing off or did she finally find a conscience?

Li Shu covered her mouth and smiled. "I came to see you. I brought you something. Little Wang, bring the things in."

A jeep was parked at the door. Two men in military uniforms took a lot of things out of the car and brought them into the house.

Li Su looked at them and found quite a few nice things, including rice, meat, clothes, and a radio.

"Second older sister, what is the meaning of this?" Li Su asked.

Li Shu stood at the door coolly. She acted like she didn't hear Li Su's words and only ordered, "Little Wang, put the things away and go back to the car to wait for me. I will come right away."

"Yes, ma'am."

When Little Wang left, Li Shu walked over to Li Su. She took out a stack of banknotes from her bag and stuffed them into Li Su's hands. She then said, affectionately, "Third younger sister, I came here today to thank you. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be living so well today. You may not know, but I am now the wife of the regimental commander. As your big sister, I can't forget you when I'm doing well, right? Our brothers have transferred back and Old Lu has arranged work for them. Eldest sister refused to return. I did give her some things and some money, but not as much as I gave you. After all, I am in a better position today thanks to third younger sister!"

Li Su understood that Li Shu was here to show off. Did Li Shu want to see her sad and regretful?

Li Su wouldn't do what Li Shu wanted. She collected the money and took Li Shu's hand. "Second older sister, it is nice of you to repay kindness. By the way, second older sister hasn't seen my son and daughter before. Big Zhi, come here. This is second aunt. Please call her second aunt! Second older sister, do you have a child? Is it a boy or a girl?"

Li Shu's expression was a little stiff. Was this on purpose? She and Lu Wei had been married for more than half a year and she dreamed of having a child soon. Everyone in the Lu family was urging her. She doesn't know how much bitter medicine she had drunk so far!

Li Su pretended not to see Li Shu's face. She smiled and asked Qiao Zhi to come over to say hello. She then took Xuechen out to show Li Shu. Then, she left to finish her meal.

Li Shu was unhappy at first. She wasn't willing to eat here. Besides, she wasn't able to see Li Su's regretful expression. Li Shu was in a bad mood, so she quickly got into the car and left.

Li Su sneered when she saw Li Shu leave. She turned around and closed the door.

Dashan's wife heard the movement. "Big Zhi's mother, was that person your relative? It is so lavish. They came in a car."

Li Su smiled. "My second older sister came to see me."

Dashan's wife was still sighing. Li Su said with a smile, "Sister-in-law, I have to give Xuechen a bath now, so I cannot talk to you anymore."

Dashan's wife nodded. "Go!" But, she was a little disapproving. Aiguo's wife was a bit too obsessed with cleanliness. Taking a bath once a month was almost enough. Not only did Aiguo's wife wash herself every now and then, but she also washed the children once a week. Xuechen was still so young. Was Aiguo's wife not afraid of Xuechen freezing?

But her two children were very clean.

Li Su closed the door and took out the money to count. Li Shu spent a lot of money this time. There was 300 yuan. How could she be willing to part with so much? Did Li Shu think that Li Su wouldn't accept it so she pretended to have a lot of money? Li Su happily took the money and went to look at the things in the house. The more she looked, the happier she became.

Li Su saw Qiao Zhi staring at the toffee. She took a piece, peeled the wrapper off, then stuffed one into Qiao Zhi's mouth. "You can eat the candy, but remember to rinse your mouth after."

Qiao Zhi's eyes widened. What was this? It was delicious. Then, he hid in the corner and slowly enjoyed it.

Madam Qiao walked over. "A-Su, was the person who came just now your second older sister?"

Li Su also peeled another candy and stuffed it into her mouth. It had a strong milky taste and was much better than the later generations of toffee that had saccharin in them. "Mm, it was my second older sister. Mother, this toffee is delicious. You should try some too." She stuffed a candy into Madam Qiao's mouth before Madam Qiao could refuse.

Madam Qiao didn't have the time to refuse. She was about to speak, but the milky taste and sweetness made her speechless. This toffee really was delicious.

Over there, Li Su was rummaging around again. There were 2 cans of malted milk, which was something good. Li Su took the things into the space.

In fact, Li Su had guessed correctly. Li Shu came here to show off and Lu Wei came to meet his comrades. After Li Shu heard about her husband's plans, she wanted to follow him, saying that her third younger sister was living here and married. She, as the older sister, just wanted to come and see Li Su. Lu Wei agreed. Li Shu had thought that, because of Li Su's pride, Li Su wouldn't accept the things Li Shu offered. At that time, Li Shu would pretend to be a good person and not suffer any losses. It would be a good way to kill two birds with one stone. She didn't expect Li Su to accept all of it!

It was all the money that Old Lu gave her to buy a birthday present for the old madam. Why did she lose her head at that time?! Li Su, that hussy! How dare she accept Li Shu's money! That really pissed her off!

Li Shu racked her brains trying to think of what to say. When she got to the hotel in town, Lu Wei had just returned and was reading a newspaper. When he saw her come back, he asked, "You're back?"

Li Shu smiled awkwardly and then sat down next to Lu Wei. "Old Wei, I have something to tell you. You know how I went to see my younger sister today? I brought a lot of things. I didn't expect that my third younger sister's life was very difficult now. Her man died last year. She has to look after a son, daughter, and blind old lady. My third younger sister is a teacher in the village and her monthly salary is so little. The entire family depends on her to support them. I couldn't stand it anymore, so I gifted her the three hundred yuan you gave me to buy mother a gift. I'm sorry, Old Lu," Li Shu said as she lowered her head.

Li Shu had mentioned the situation of her third younger sister, so he didn't think there was anything wrong with this. "It's okay. You did a good thing. Sisters should help each other. Is three hundred yuan enough? If not, then I can give some more. Today, I was rude. I should go and see your third younger sister with you."

How could Li Shu dare to let Lu Wei go to see Li Su? Instead of becoming uglier or older in the countryside, Li Su had become more beautiful. Li Shu quickly said, "There's no need. There are certain mannerisms that must be followed here. Of course, we do not adhere to them, but the rural areas pay attention to this sort of thing. People will talk."

Lu Wei thought about it too. "If your third younger sister isn't living well in the countryside, then we can take them back with us to the city."

"I mentioned it, but third younger sister doesn't want to. Her mother-in-law isn't willing to leave the countryside. Besides, third younger sister's father-in-law was a hero. Everyone in the village knows this and that helps her a lot." Li Shu quickly tried her best to dismiss Lu Wei's thoughts.

Lu Wei nodded and said nothing. He just wondered about Li Su's family.

At Li Shu's suggestion, Lu Wei and Li Shu left quickly.

Li Su didn't take Li Shu's visit seriously and still lived her own life. Just a week later, Cun Zhishu notified her to go to the county to receive a subsidy.

"What subsidy?" Li Su asked in surprise.

"I am not sure either. It seems that your father-in-law's former comrade-in-arms heard about your family and applied for it for you. You just have to go and get it." Cun Zhishu was also unclear about this.

Li Su couldn't figure out what was going on. Her father-in-law's comrade-in-arms? Who was it? It had been so many years, so why did they only remember this now?

Li Su didn't know what to think. Li Su took leave and went to the county to collect the money.

Chapter 152 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 7)

It was only when Li Su arrived at the county did she realise that this subsidy wasn't a one-off thing, but a monthly payment of 50 yuan.

The county staff explained that, because of the special circumstances of her family, the organisation had taken into account the actual situation of her family and specially applied for her.

Li Su was even more suspicious. "Leader, what is going on? Why is this so sudden?"

The leader laughed. "Comrade Li is very astute. It is actually very simple. There was a leader above who was Comrade Qiao Jianguo's comrade-in-arms. He happened to come here to inspect the work and remembered Comrade Jianguo. He casually said a few things. Comrade Qiao Jianguo was a hero and sacrificed much for the new China. We must take good care of the families of the heroes." The head said that this Li Su was Regimental Commander Lu's cousin and that they should take care of them.

Those words were similar to what Cun Zhishu told Li Su. "Thank you for your concern. The village takes good care of us. I am now a teacher in the primary school and get paid every month."

The leader smiled. "That's good."

Li Su received the money, but did not head back immediately. Instead, she went to the department store. She had to buy a lot of things for home.

When Li Su first went in, the sales clerks in the department store didn't take her seriously. They didn't expect to be slapped in the face in the next second. "Give me two bottles of this cold cream, five toothbrushes, and two boxes of toothpaste. Also, get me one of these hot water bottles and two bars of soap. Also, this, and this."

Li Su paid and the salesman immediately changed his expression. He thoughtfully packed everything Li Su wanted separately. He then followed Li Su around and asked if there was anything else she needed.

Li Su bought some clothes for Madam Qiao, Qiao Zhi, and herself. Xuechen was still young, but Li Su bought two nice dresses for her.

After a while, the 50 yuan she just received was spent. It wasn't enough. Li Su didn't feel too distressed. After all, money was there to be spent after earning it.

She had a lot of things to carry, so she quietly carried them to the bathroom. When she exited, she was empty-handed. She also had to go to the grain and oil store to buy some grain oil.

Not long after she left, Li Su noticed that someone was following her. She was afraid that someone was watching her because she made a big purchase at the department store.

Li Su looked around and happened to see a wooden stick in the corner. She picked it up and weighed it in her hands. It was too thin. She looked around again and found another one not far away. She picked it up and saw that it was thick enough.

The person who followed Li Su saw her move and laughed sarcastically. She was overestimating herself! Then, the person continued to follow.

He didn't expect that he would be hit in the face by a wooden stick. His eyes smarted in pain. He had no time to react and continued to get beaten. He hugged his head and shouted in his heart, "How could this be possible?! It's not possible! Why is this woman so strong?!"

Li Su continued to hit until she was tired. She found that she was more suitable for this kind of rough and simple life!

"Speak! Why are you sneaking around? Do you want to steal something?" Li Su pointed at the man hiding in the corner with her stick.

The crowd that had gathered were watching the fun. When they saw Li Su's agility, some people loudly applauded. At this time, someone called out, "He is a famous deadbeat named Cheng Gouzi. He is used to womanising and taking liberties with women. He has been caught many times, but his character has not changed!"

Li Su frowned. "Really? Then there's nothing to say. Please help me send him to the police station. Please help me with proof as well. It was in self-defence."

A few enthusiastic people came over to help Li Su tie up the man. "Don't worry. We will all testify for you."

The person who was sent to the police station was indeed a regular visitor. When the police saw him, they said, "Yo, Comrade Cheng Gouzi. You're here again. What happened now? Who's the hero who punishes evil!"

Cheng Gouzi was in pain and speechless.

Li Su explained the matter. "Comrade policeman, I acted in self-defence. I have witnesses. My father-in-law was a hero. I came to the county to collect the subsidy. I just bought some daily necessities at the department store and noticed someone following me. I was afraid of losing my things, so I hid them. I have to go back quickly, or I may end up losing my items."

The police were a little surprised that this weak woman had such a great ability to beat up a big man like this. When they heard that the other party was related to a hero, they immediately said, "Okay, there's no problem. Comrade, you can go." He then found 3 yuan and 50 cents on Cheng Gouzi. "Comrade, this is your compensation for wasting your time."

Li Su wasn't polite. She took the money, turned around, and left. She bought some peanuts and melon seeds with the money in the nearby store. She saw the enthusiastic people who helped out just now and went over. "Thank you, uncles and aunties for your help. Have some melon seeds and peanuts."

Those few people laughed and weren't polite. They thought this lady was quite a person!

After Li Su divided up the melon seeds and peanuts, she was ready to go to the grain and oil store.

An auntie pulled on her. "Hey, what are you doing?"

"Oh, I'm going to the grain and oil store to buy some rice and noodles. Then, I'll go to the vegetable market to get some veggies. My man is gone and my mother-in-law can't see anymore. As for me, I'm an elementary school teacher. Nobody farms at home, so I have to buy everything. No matter how old or young you are, you have to eat something good." Li Su smiled.

The auntie felt a little warm inside. "Young comrade, I see that you do not have a local accent. Were you an educated youth who went to the countryside?"

Li Su nodded. "Auntie, you have really good ears."

"Oh, you are such a good comrade. You are willing to stay when you have such a situation at home. How old are your children? When did your man disappear?"

Li Su told the auntie. The more she listened, the more excited she became. "Good comrade, don't you want to buy rice and noodles? Come to my house. My son works at the grain and oil store. I will take you there. The things there are definitely cheap."

Then, the auntie took Li Su to the grain and oil store, talking while she walked. Only then did Li Su understand why the auntie was so excited.

It turned out that the auntie's nephew's wife was an educated youth. As a result, she left her husband and children and returned to the city. The child was still young and couldn't be separated from the mother. He cried every day for her mother. One day, when the adults weren't paying attention, he ran out of the house, fell into a ditch, and drowned.

When the child's grandmother saw her grandson's body, she immediately fainted. When she woke up, she hung herself.

When the auntie said this, there were tears in her eyes. "A good family is gone. My nephew has not yet come out of the shadows. Say, how could there be such a cruel mother in the world?! You left and had a good life, but what about the child?! If he hadn't missed his mother, then he wouldn't have run out of the house and…"

Li Su sighed. There were too many instances like this. You couldn't say how wrong the mother was. After all, everyone had the right to pursue happiness. She actually didn't expect such a thing to happen. She could only say that she was a little selfish, but this was a choice most people make.

The auntie wiped away her tears. "Oh, let's not talk about this. What's done is done. In fact, there are a lot of instances like this. So, it's rare that you have chosen to stay for your family's sake."

Li Su laughed. She wasn't that noble either. She was also trying to complete the task.

The auntie took Li Su to the store and found her son. The goods were indeed much cheaper than outside. Li Su was very happy and bought 100 catties of rice, noodles, a lot of oil, and a lot of seasonings. Because she had too many things, the auntie planned to call a car for Li Su to help send the things to the station.

Li Su said that she still had to buy something else, so she didn't want to trouble them. Then, in front of the auntie, she carried the rice on her back. The auntie believed her. It happened that the auntie's daughter-in-law called and said that her grandson was sick. The auntie hurried back.

Li Su said goodbye to the enthusiastic auntie. She then put the rice and oil into her space. She only carried some noodles in her hand. She then strolled to the grain and oil store in the west part of the city and bought some rice noodles.

Finally, she went to the vegetable market and bought a lot of meat and veggies. The space had a function where it kept things fresh. Finally, she bought a roast duck and a few beef pastries for lunch. Of course, all these things were put into the space. Li Su then returned to the village with only some noodles and vegetables in her hands.

Then, someone saw her and said, "Aiguo's wife, why are you so incapable of living? These vegetables are everywhere in the village. Why did you go to the county to buy them?"

Li Su laughed. She would rather go outside to buy it, where the price was clearly marked. After the money was paid, nobody owed anyone anything. How much money was required to buy something in the village?

Before Li Su entered, she heard Xuechen crying. Madam Qiao and Qiao Zhi were helplessly trying to coax her.

Li Su entered quickly, closed the door, put down her things, then picked up her daughter. "Mother, I bought roast duck and pastries. They are still warm. You can eat some first. After I feed Xuechen, I'll cook."

Qiao Zhi had already smelled the food and was salivating. In fact, he wasn't very hungry. Madam Qiao had given him several pieces of toffee earlier this morning. He was just thirsty.

Madam Qiao also smelled the roast duck and beef pastries. Although she was a little greedy, she was more worried. They couldn't live like this. It wasn't a festival. How could there be roast duck and beef pastries? It would be better to save the money.

Li Su fed her daughter and changed her diaper. She then coaxed her daughter to sleep before coming out. "Hey, aren't you eating first? Why not?"

Then, she washed her hands, sliced the roast duck, cut the beef pastries, and poured 3 cups of malted milk. "Mother, Big Zhi, eat. We can work together at noon. We'll have a good dinner. Big Zhi, what do you want to eat tonight?"

"Rice!" said Qiao Zhi.

"Okay, mum will cook rice for you tonight, stir fry two dishes, and make soup," Li Su said with a smile.

Madam Qiao didn't want to talk anymore. She was afraid that she'd vomit to death.

After eating, Li Su washed the dishes. Qiao Zhi was full and drowsy. Li Su was afraid that he would get indigestion, so she sent him outside to catch earthworms.

Madam Qiao leaned on her crutch and walked to the kitchen. She hesitated.

Chapter 153 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 8)

Seeing this, Li Su smiled. Since she transmigrated here, Madam Qiao had always had this expression.

She knew what Madam Qiao was worried about. "Mother, don't worry. The country gave us a subsidy of fifty yuan a month. This, in addition to my salary and the money my second older sister gave us before, can support us. Don't worry about it!"

Madam Qiao lowered her head and thought about it. But, according to Li Su's calculations, it wasn't enough! How much was a roast duck? There were also beef pastries and rice, so it wasn't enough.

Li Su felt a little helpless seeing Madam Qiao like this. She couldn't explain it clearly to Madam Qiao. After all, her space was her best skill. She wouldn't let anyone know of the secret.

As for Madam Qiao's anxiety, Li Su figured that time would tell.

However, Li Su didn't expect for Li Shu to start communicating with her. Of course, most of Li Shu's letters were her showing off her current life, social status, love, and so forth.

Li Su knew Li Shu's thoughts. When she wrote back, she followed Li Shu's heart and complained, which greatly satisfied the peacocking Li Shu.

In fact, at this time, Li Shu's life wasn't as good as what she wrote in her letters. It was true that she married into the Lu family and married up. She remarried, and the Lu family didn't look down on her much. Externally, she was the happy regimental commander's wife, but in the Lu family, she was the servant of the entire Lu family. In the Lu family, anyone could tell her to do things, even her 7-8 year old nephew.

She tried her best not to say anything, but she was disliked everywhere. Li Shu didn't know who she could talk to about this. When she returned to her parent's house, her parents and brothers would only ask her for favours. They told their friends that she was the wife of the regimental commander whom everyone envied. She was so embarrassed.

It was just that Li Shu knew that she desperately needed to vent, otherwise her mental health would decline. So, she thought of her third younger sister, Li Su.

Fortunately, Li Su's response made Li Shu very satisfied. Sure enough, happiness was a comparison. Her life didn't seem so unbearable when compared to Li Su's misfortune, right?

Li Shu's vanity was greatly satisfied. Out of sympathy for the weak, Li Shu didn't care about Li Su's insatiable greed from before and remitted money to Li Su several times.

Although the Lu family looked down on her, Lu Wei treated her well and gave her most of his salary. He greatly praised her when he learned that she often remitted money to her family, saying that she was kind-hearted.

Because Lu Wei valued her, Li Shu's situation in the Lu family improved. But, this was far from enough. Li Shu desperately needed a child to improve her status. If it was a cute girl, that would be even better.

But, she didn't know why she still couldn't get pregnant. She had seen many doctors, but there was no definitive answer. It wasn't until she gave the doctor 50 yuan did the doctor ask her if she had an abortion before.

Li Shu paled. Yes, before she returned to the city, she was pregnant. It was her first child, but in order to cut off her past, return to the city smoothly, and marry into a good family, she had an abortion in a small clinic. She had been full of heartache.

"Could it be because…?" Li Su did not dare say it.

The doctor nodded. "A woman's first child is very important. Unless it is life-threatening, it is generally not recommended to have an abortion. It will cause habitual abortion. Moreover, your abortion doesn't seem to have been done in a regular hospital. The method was crude and has caused great damage to your body, which may be the reason why you aren't able to get pregnant again!"

Li Shu felt like she had been struck by lightning. She didn't even know how she got out of the hospital. She aimlessly walked down the streets until the guards found her.

Li Shu had a fever after she returned home. Lu Wei hurried back when he received the news. "What's the matter?"

Lu Wei's third sister-in-law said angrily, "Who knows what's going on with her? She didn't find cover when it rained, so she got drenched."

Mother Lu glanced at her third daughter-in-law and then said gently, "Don't worry. It's nothing major. The doctor has already given her a fever-reducing injection. You can go check on her!"

Lu Wei frowned. "I know, mum." He knew his wife's heart. She always wanted to have a child. For this, she had seen many doctors and had taken many remedies. Although he also hoped to have a child, he did not approve of the almost crazy things his wife did in order to try and have a child.

When Li Shu awoke, she saw Lu Wei sitting next to her. Her nose was sore and tears welled up in her eyes. "Old Lu!"

Lu Wei heard her voice and put down the newspaper. "You're awake. Are you hungry? Sister Zhang has cooked some congee. Do you want any?"

Then, he helped Li Shu sit up. Li Shu cried and said, "Old Lu, let's get a divorce!"

He frowned. "What are you talking about?"

No matter what era it was, in the minds of some people, divorce was not a good thing, especially in a family like the Lu family when Lu Wei's previous wife was dead.

Li Shu burst into tears. "I can't give you a child, Old Lu. I'm sorry. I can't hold you up, so we should divorce!"

Lu Wei frowned slightly when he heard this. So it turned out to be this. "What happened?"

Li Shu cried and said, "I went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said that the injury I had to my body when I was in the countryside during my early years means that the possibility of pregnancy is very low. Old Lu, I know you've always wanted a child, but now I… I can't give birth. I can't hinder you. So, even if I don't want to, even if I love you more than anything, I still…"

Although Lu Wei was a little unhappy in his heart, he wouldn't divorce Li Shu because of this. For one, he had 3 older brothers in his family and he had 4-5 nephews. The Lu family had no shortage of sons. Second, Li Shu still agreed with him. At this critical moment of his promotion, he couldn't be caught by his opponent because of such a matter. Yes, although Lu Wei had always been called the head of the Lu family, he was only a deputy head. He had been wearing this descriptor for several years and he would like to change it as soon as possible.

"I thought it was going to be a big deal, but it is just that you can't get pregnant. That's nothing. If you really like a child, then you can adopt one," said Lu Wei.

When Mother Lu heard those words, she frowned. But, after seeing her son's gaze, she only said, "This is your couple's business. You can decide for yourselves."

Li Shu was secretly delighted when she saw this. But, she still had a look of self-blame on her face. "Old Lu…"

"Okay, don't think about it too much. It's more important to take care of yourself." Lu Wei patted Li Shu's shoulder.

After Li Shu drank the congee, she fell asleep again. When Lu Wei walked out of the room, Mother Lu stopped him. "A-Wei, have you thought about it?"

Lu Wei frowned, knowing that Mother Lu was talking about the matter of children. "I can't get a divorce, so it doesn't matter if she can give birth."

Mother Lu sighed. "If I had known this, then I wouldn't have promised your marriage in the first place. Your three older brothers all have their own, but you are the only one… Alas!"

Lu Wei frowned. "Maybe I just won't have children!"

"But, you talk about adopting a child so casually? Do you really mean it? Let's talk about it first. Our Lu family can't raise children of unknown origin," said Mother Lu.

Lu Wei suddenly thought of someone, but it wasn't the time to talk about it yet. "We will talk later! During this time, when the army is in an emergency, I won't be able to come back often. Mum, take more care of Li Shu."

Mother Lu knew that this was related to her son's position, so she nodded. "Don't worry. I know."

The mother and son of the Lu family didn't take this matter to heart, but Li Shu did. After she recovered, she went home and discussed it with her parents.

When Mother and Father Li learned about this, they felt resentful towards Li Shu for not being able to meet expectations. "Why are you so stupid?! How can you take the initiative to tell the Lu family that you can't give birth?!"

"If I didn't take the initiative to say it, then should I have waited for the Lu family to find out that I've had an abortion? I call it progress by retreating!" Li Shu said disdainfully. "Old Lu said it isn't my fault and he won't divorce me because of this. He also said that it is okay if I can't have a child. We can adopt one. I came back this time to discuss this matter with you."

When Mother Li heard that the Lu family wanted to adopt a child, she immediately said, "Is this worth thinking about? Of course, you should take from your own family first. Your eldest brother has two sons and your sister-in-law is also pregnant. You can choose."

Li Shu rolled her eyes. "Eldest brother's eldest son is seven or eight years old and is too old. The younger one is so unsightly that I can't bear to look at him. Moreover, he is five years old and too old. If younger brother's kid is a girl, then I will take it back to raise. If it's a boy, then that's fine."

Mother Li glared at her. "Are you stupid? Your son is the foundation of your life in the Lu family. Why do you want a daughter?!"

Li Shu gave mother Li a cold look. "Mum, you are the one who is stupid! What age is it now? Now we pay attention to equality between men and women. Who do you and dad rely on today? Is it eldest brother? Youngest brother? No, it is me who married into the Lu family. It is because of me you were able to successfully elevate your professional titles and get a house. Eldest brother and youngest brother also got good jobs from this! Everything you have now is because of me. Yet, you still want to dislike the thought of a daughter in front of me?"

Mother Li's face turned red. "What nonsense are you talking about?! Don't forget who it was who brought you back from the countryside!"

Li Shu raised her head. "Don't forget who it was that eldest sister, third younger sister, and I went to the countryside for in the first place!"

Father Li slammed the table when he saw the conversation becoming more unreasonable. "Okay, don't talk about this. Is this the time to argue?"

Mother Li and Li Shu stopped talking.

Father Li continued. "I think what second girl said makes sense. Does the Lu family lack a grandson? No! What the Lu family lacks is a daughter! The three generations of the Lu family don't have a girl. If second girl really wants to have a child, then a girl is the best choice. Of course, if second girl gave birth to a girl with the Lu family blood, it would be for the best. If not, then a girl is better than a boy." Father Li thought more than Mother Li. If Li Shu adopted a child, then a girl would make the Lu family less wary than a boy.

"Yes, it's better if it is a cute and pretty girl. Dad, you may not know, but my mother-in-law and a few sisters-in-law are girl crazy. Several members of Old Lu's family have never raised girls. If the Lu family had a daughter, she would be the jewel in the palm of one's hand!" Li Shu said proudly. When she said this, a thought suddenly popped up. Third younger sister had a daughter! Third younger sister was so beautiful. Her daughter would not be bad. If…

Chapter 154 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 9)

Of course, Li Shu had a better choice now and that kind of thinking was just a thought. Fortunately, her youngest brother's wife was due in 2 months.

Li Shu never considered her siblings' opinions at all. In her opinion, they were able to have such a good opportunity. There would be no objections.

Two months later, the Li family's youngest daughter-in-law gave birth to a boy.

Li Shu was disappointed that it wasn't a girl. However, when she held the child in her arms, the complicated feeling turned into her heart softening.

Forget it. A boy was a boy. She didn't dislike him.

Li Shu's eyes were red and she sniffed. "Dad, mum, if you don't choose… It's him!"

Mother and Father Li saw that Li Shu had chosen their own grandson, they were happy. "Good!"

Li Shu's younger brother, Li Wei, was a little puzzled. "Mum, dad, second older sister, what are you talking about? What do you mean by 'it's him'?"

Mother Li wiped away her tears. "A-Wei, it's a good thing. Your second older sister wants to adopt your son. From now on, your son will be the son of the regimental commander."

Li Wei was stunned. "What did you say?!"

A member of the family of Li Wei's daughter-in-law was nearby and overheard this. That person immediately said a few words to Li Wei's mother- and father-in-law. Li Wei's mother-in-law snatched her grandson from Li Shu's arms! "My daughter exchanged her life for the child. Who are you to say you will adopt him? If your Li family doesn't want this child, we do! This child can have the same surname as our Qian family!"

Then, Li Wei's brother-in-law spat at Li Wei. "Bah! You useless man! How shameless are you?! Are you that short of money? You can't even feed a child?"

Li Wei was full of grievances. "No, I didn't know about this! I really didn't! Mum, dad, why didn't you discuss such a big matter with me?! I won't agree to this. I definitely won't agree to this!"

Li Shu's eyes widened. She looked at the Qian family. "Li Wei, you don't want to? Are you out of your mind?! Do you know what this means?"

Li Wei was actually willing inwardly, but in front of his in-laws, he didn't dare to admit it. Otherwise, not only would he not be able to keep his marriage, but his life would be in danger. He also complained about his parents. If they had told him earlier, then there would have been some time to sort this out and it wouldn't have ended up like this.

"Second older sister, this is my first child. I can't bear it. You have so many nephews. Eldest brother and second older brother have kids. You can choose them," said Li Wei.

Li Shu reddened. She didn't expect that there were people in this world who didn't know good from bad. "Okay, forget it. You better not regret this!"

She then turned around and went to leave. She didn't expect that a member of the Qian family was there and she bumped into them. Li Shu fell awkwardly and felt a little pain in her lower abdomen.

She frowned and clutched her stomach.

Seeing this, Mother and Father Li quickly supported her. "Second girl, what's wrong? Hurry, go see a doctor."

Then, Mother and Father Li left to help Li Shu see a doctor.

When the Qian family saw this, there was a lot of discussion.

Li Wei was also a little unhappy inwardly. Wasn't it just a light bump? What was there to be so nervous about? And his parents… How could they not tell what was more important? They were just abandoning his in-laws' family. How could he raise his head there in the future? This was the talk of a lifetime!

Mother and Father Li helped Li Shu go to the clinic. The results of the examination made them stunned. "What did you say? I'm pregnant? Really? Is it possible you are mistaken?" Li Shu was excited and was a little incoherent.

Mother and Father Li couldn't believe their ears. They stared at the doctor in excitement.

The doctor was a little unhappy. "Although I'm not a professional obstetrician or gynaecologist, I can still take a simple pulse. If you don't believe me, then go to the ob-gyn department for a check-up."

Li Shu stood up excitedly, afraid that she would injure her stomach if she moved too vigorously. She carefully supported her waist. "Go to the ob-gyn department!"

Finally, the ultrasound results came out and Li Shu really was pregnant. She had been for about a month and a half.

Li Shu held the report and cried with joy.

Mother and Father Li stood behind Li Shu and wiped away their tears.

When Mother and Father Li sent Li Shu back to the Lu family house. It was only when they left did they remember the people back at the hospital.

The couple hurried back to the hospital.

When faced with the accusatory gazes of the Qian family, Mother Li snorted. "Don't look at me like that! Don't worry, nobody will take away your grandson. My second girl is pregnant. Our second girl is benevolent and wanted to adopt a child. This kind of good thing should be offered to the family first. We didn't expect that some people wouldn't appreciate it. Well, good people are rewarded and my family's second girl has a child."

Li Wei was a little embarrassed. "Mum, second older sister really is pregnant?"

Mother Li glanced at him proudly. "Of course!" Then, she deliberately said loudly, "You regret it? It's too late to have regrets."

Li Wei actually really regretted it, but he didn't dare to say anything.

As for the Lu family, they were very surprised to learn that Li Shu was pregnant, especially Mother Lu. Li Shu was the one who said she couldn't give birth, but now she was pregnant.

But, when Li Shu showed the ultrasound to Mother Lu, Mother Lu believed her. Maybe it was a quack doctor who misdiagnosed her before! Anyway, Li Shu was pregnant, which was a good thing.

Mother Lu said with a smile, "Why don't you call and tell Lu Wei the good news?!"

Li Shu nodded shyly and was about to make a phone call, but her phone rang. It turned out that Lu Wei had been successfully promoted.

"Double happiness has come!" Mother Lu said, excitedly.

Li Shu felt moved and she touched her stomach. "I just found out that, with this little one, Old Lu was promoted. What a coincidence!"

Mother Lu glanced at her and knew what she was thinking. She smiled warmly. "If you are pregnant with a girl, then that would be great. Then, she would be our family's lucky little star."

Li Shu was secretly delighted and patted her stomach proudly. God treated her well and she would definitely make her dream come true. This must be a daughter!

Due to the matter of adopting and pregnancy, Li Shu didn't write to Li Su for several months. Li Su didn't care. She was very busy every day. Xuechen was teething, had a fever, and was crying. Her daughter was very pitiful.

Li Su had to prepare lessons again and take care of her family.

This morning, Li Su suddenly opened her eyes and looked out the window. She rose quickly. She had slept late.

She didn't expect to see Xuechen squirming on the blanket and smoke from something cooking on the stove when she was in a hurry to get dressed and head out. Qiao Zhi heard movement and ran out. "Mum, you're awake. I've cooked sweet potato congee with milk. You can eat it right away. Mum, hurry and wash up."

Li Su was a little surprised and moved. How did they wash and cook the rice? Madam Qiao was blind and Qiao Zhi was so young. There were also sweet potatoes. How were they washed and peeled?

When it was time to eat breakfast, Li Su took a bite of the sweet potato and ate a mouthful of mud. She felt a little helpless.

"Mum, I'll make breakfast in the future!" said Li Su.

Going from a frugal life to a life of luxury was easy, but the other way was difficult. Madam Qiao was used to eating meals that Li Su made. She also found it difficult to eat this sweet potato congee.

Qiao Zhi was the only one who didn't dislike it. He blindly immersed himself in the joy of cooking something with his own hands. He ate happily.

Qiao Xuechen, who was in a simple walker, cried out unwillingly, probably because of the smell of food.

Although Li Su knew that it wasn't good for a child to use the walker so early, but she had no other choice. Fortunately, Xuechen had no strength so she could only sit in it. She wouldn't be able to move around for the time being.

Li Su quickly finished breakfast. When she saw that there was still some congee left in the pot, she dug out some unwashed sweet potatoes. She turned around and took some green vegetables from her space, blanched them, drained them, then chopped them up before putting them into the pot to cook.

Xuechen was 6 months old, so she could eat a bit of solid food. She was really interested in the vegetable congee. She took a few bites. It tasted very good.

Over there, Qiao Zhi was happily working. After breakfast, he was squatting on the ground and washing the dishes.

Li Su didn't spoil the child. When she saw that Qiao Zhi wanted to wash the dishes, she put some water in the basin and let Qiao Zhi play.

After Li Su fed Xuechen, Qiao Zhi had almost finished washing the bowl. He was covered in water. Madam Qiao sat under the porch. "Are your clothes wet? A-Su, hurry and change Big Zhi's clothes."

Li Su went over to take a look. The dishes were quite clean. "Quickly, come here. I'll change your clothes."

Qiao Zhi stood in front of Li Su, cheerful. He let Li Su help him change. "Mum, am I good?"

"Mm, our Big Zhi is the best. He can help his mother!" Li Su changed his clothes and kissed him on the cheek.

Qiao Xuechen, who was next to them, cried out. Li Su also kissed her cheeks and Qiao Xuechen calmed down.

Li Su couldn't help but laugh. "This little girl knows how to compete for favour at such a young age."

Suddenly, someone knocked on the door, saying that someone had sent her an express delivery.

Li Su opened the door, signed for the delivery, and saw the big box. She brought the box in, opened it, and found that it contained some clothes and shoes for a little girl. There was also a letter inside. Li Su took it out and saw that it was sent by Li Shu.

The letter said that Li Shu was pregnant and that the Lu family happily hoped that she was carrying a girl. She bought a lot of girl's clothing and shoes, but couldn't store all of them at home. She thought it was a pity to waste them, so she decided to send some to Li Su since Li Su had a daughter.

After reading the letter, Li Su nodded. Lu Mingzhu was still here after all. There were many things that were different from the original now. Lu Mingzhu had a different mother and her relationship to Big Zhi was more distant. Even if she had a kidney disease and needed a transplant, perhaps Big Zhi wouldn't be suitable.

It was just that Li Su was still a little worried. In case the plot was unstoppable, Big Zhi was still Lu Mingzhu's most suitable donor. It wasn't impossible either.

Not to mention, their family had to stay here. If they left, then the 50 yuan/month subsidy would be gone. Besides, Madam Qiao might not be willing to leave. She couldn't tell Madam Qiao that her second older sister's daughter was likely to have a kidney disease in the future, so it was likely they would ask Big Zhi to donate a kidney, therefore they had to go into hiding.

What should she do?!

Chapter 155 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 10)

Li Su put this aside for a while. She looked through the clothes one-by-one. The quality was really good, and many of the styles weren't available in this small place. A lot of them were also foreign goods. Li Shu was really generous! Could this be another level of showing off?

That was her decision. Li Su would be stupid to not take advantage of it! Li Su tidied up the clothes. When she saw a pink princess dress in the right size, she put it on Xuechen.

"Oh, my daughter is so beautiful! Big Zhi, come and take a look. Isn't your younger sister cute?" Li Su said cheerfully.

Qiao Zhi clapped his hands enthusiastically, but was a little disappointed that there were no clothes for him in the box.

Li Su smiled and patted his head. "It's okay. Mum will buy you new clothes another day!"

Qiao Zhi immediately grinned.

But, Madam Qiao frowned. "Is it your second older sister again? She gave you money and clothes. What kind of favour will you need to provide her with in the future?! We are rural people. I'm afraid it won't be easy to pay it back!"

Li Su also knew this, but with the current situation at home, she could only shamelessly take advantage of it. However, since it had been brought up, Li Su decided to say, "Mother, have you ever thought of moving to the county?"

"Move to the county? Why?" Madam Qiao asked nervously.

"Mother, this is what I think. Although our family has a few acres of land in the countryside, Aiguo isn't here and the land is rented out to others. In that case, why should we stay here? Besides, although being a teacher is leisurely, the salary is low. This isn't a good solution in the long run. So, I thought of moving to the county to start up a small business. We can buy some food. It is definitely more profitable than being a teacher. There is a nursery in the county, so both Big Zhi and Xuechen can be sent there. What do you think?" Li Su said. "I want to move to the county for Big Zhi and Xuechen. If there is a chance in the future, I want to take them to a bigger city."

Madam Qiao didn't speak for a long time. Li Su thought she didn't want to continue the conversation, so she stopped. She didn't think she could persuade Madam Qiao in one shot. The two kids were still young so she still had time!

Madam Qiao suddenly said, "How are you going to buy food? Can you make money?"

When Li Su heard this, she said, "Mother, tomorrow is the weekend. Why don't we go to the county together? You can see for yourself."

Madam Qiao had never been out since she was blind, so she didn't dare to go. "Forget it. There's no need. You can make up your own mind about this matter. Just think about it. You are a teacher now. You get paid monthly. Can you earn so much in a month if you run a business?"

Li Su hesitated. It should be possible! However, if she can't earn that much, she would still leave here sooner or later. "I'll do some market research tomorrow. I'll know then. Don't worry, mother. I won't fight a battle unprepared."

Li Su went to the county town again with high fighting spirit, but found that her thoughts had been too simple. Running a catering business really wasn't easy. Although a catering business could make money, it was difficult. For example, if you were making breakfast, you had to get up at 2-3am to prepare the store for opening. In addition, you had to manage all your connections, such as the health department, your competition, and so forth.

In addition, there was the fact that after starting a business, one's family was bound to be affected.

Li Su looked at several shops. There were some breakfast places and food stalls. Without exception, they were very busy and had no time to take care of their families. This conflicted with her goal.

After considering the idea, Li Su dismissed it.

When Madam Qiao saw that Li Su came back and said nothing, she knew what happened. She said, softly, "You can make money doing business, but you can't take care of your family. With our current family situation, I can't help you much. Nobody can watch the two kids. What if they go down the wrong road?! It's better to stay in the countryside. We don't expect to make a lot of money. We just need to worry about food and clothing."

Li Su nodded. "I thought so too. Forget it. I'll work harder in the future!" Since she couldn't do business, it was better to go hunt in the mountains and make more money. The more money you had, the more confidently you could speak!

Next weekend, Li Su prepared meals for the entire family in the early morning. Even Xuenchen's complementary food was ready. It was hot in the pot so they could get it later.

Then, she went up the mountain alone.

Li Su went up the mountain just to explore. She didn't intend on getting anything.

Li Su met many villagers who went up the mountain to hunt. Some people carried prey while others were empty-handed. They looked at Li Su with strange eyes, as if mocking her.

Li Su ignored them and simply turned the other way. She stayed far away from these people.

Li Su walked aimlessly in the mountains, holding a stick and sweeping the ground. She had been in the mountains for a long time, but she didn't notice anything. She guessed that any prey had either been hunted by the humans or that they were hiding deep in the mountains where humans were afraid to enter.

After walking for a half a day, she only found some fungi. But, Li Su didn't know which ones were poisonous and which ones were edible. She didn't want to risk it.

Suddenly, there was a flash of red in front of her. At first, she thought she was confused, but when she turned her head, there was a hint of red under the tree not far from her.

Li Su's eyes widened.

Li Su walked over and found that the red she saw was a thread tied to the plant. Li Su was so happy. She wanted to laugh at the sky with her hands on her hips. She really was a heroine with the heroine halo. She managed to find this sort of thing.

This red thread was likely tied by someone else. She guessed they wanted to dig whatever it was when it grew to maturity. They surely weren't expecting Li Su to find it.

Li Su carefully dug it up. It really was a ginseng! It was a small one, about the size of her palm. It didn't look young, so it should be worth money!

Li Su solemnly wrapped the ginseng in a handkerchief and put it in the bag. She suddenly had an idea. She should sell this ginseng to Li Shu. It would get some of Li Shu's favour! Although she was a little reluctant, Li Su also knew that, compared to money, favours were the hardest to repay.

Li Su quietly descended the mountain and discussed this decision with Madam Qiao. Madam Qiao touched the mountain ginseng and trembled. She nodded. "Take it. This is enough!"

Li Su nodded and was ready to go.

She carefully wrapped the ginseng in paper. She found a box and put some quicklime at the bottom before she placed the ginseng inside. After she sealed the box, she wrapped it carefully then went to the county. She sent the ginseng off with express delivery.

There was also a letter with the ginseng. The letter said that Li Shu had helped her a lot before. There was nothing good in the countryside, so she was sending this wild ginseng as a gift in return. She also told Li Shu not to send things over in the future. They had nothing to give in repayment.

Maybe she really had a heroine halo! When Li Shu received the letter and the ginseng, it arrived when Lu Wei had been injured during an exercise. Although he was rescued and had no lifelong injuries, he had hurt his vitality. The doctor said that it was best to eat some ginseng to replenish his vitality. With the ability of the Lu family, it was not impossible to buy ginseng. However, they couldn't find a suitable authentic ginseng with the right appearance and age.

It just so happened that Li Shu received the package from Li Su. She didn't take it to heart at first, thinking that Li Su wouldn't be able to send anything good from the countryside. When she received the package, she was by Lu Wei's bed. For the sake of giving Li Su face, she opened it and looked at the contents. She was startled.

It was a wild ginseng. Where did Li Su get this good thing?

She looked at the letter again and Li Shu was stunned.

Mother Lu saw Li Shu frozen and thought that Li Shu's stomach was uncomfortable, so she hurried over and asked, "What's wrong?" Then, Mother Lu saw the ginseng in the box and her eyes widened. "This? What is this? What's the matter?"

Li Shu came back to her senses. "Mum, this is from third younger sister. I sent a lot of things to third younger sister before. She said there is nothing good in the countryside. She happened to dig up this mountain ginseng deep in the mountains and sent it as a return gift!"

Mother Lu couldn't help but pick up the intact mountain ginseng. "This is too precious! Quickly, Doctor Chu, come and see how effective this mountain ginseng will be."

Doctor Chu took the mountain ginseng and had a look. He couldn't help but say, "Where did this come from? This is pure wild ginseng and is at least seventy or eighty years old. This is a good thing."

When Mother Lu heard this, she was very happy. "That's great. Doctor Chu, do you think that this ginseng should be cooked in a soup or sliced up and ingested?"

"Either is fine. This ginseng isn't small, and you don't need to eat it all at once," said Doctor Chu.

Mother Lu was so happy. She turned around and saw Li Shu, so she smiled and said, "Your third younger sister is very caring. It is not easy to be in the countryside, so we can't take advantage of this. Since this is the case, I'll ask your second older brother to send her a thousand yuan. How does that sound?"

Li Shu refused without thinking. Who was she kidding? She only had 1500 yuan in her savings. Why did they need to give so much? "Mum, no need. We are all family. If you give her money, then you will be seen as an outsider. It's not a big deal. I'll just take more care with her in the future."

Mother Lu glanced at Lu Wei. Lu Wei nodded. "Li Shu is right. We are all family. If you give them money, then you will be seen as an outsider. We will make it up to her in the future!" Among the relatives in the Li family, the ones he liked the most were his wife and her third younger sister. So, he could help her secretly. These facts have proved that Lu Wei's decision was not wrong.

No, he was rewarded in turn.

Mother Lu saw this and said, "Fine. You just need to keep this in mind." In fact, Mother Lu also looked down on the Li family. Even though her in-laws were teachers, their characters were not good. Not to mention, her daughter-in-law's brothers always had disgusting faces full of flattery.

There was also the eldest daughter of the Li family. Although she was a bit stupid, she took advantage of it and was quite powerful. Mother Lu still remembered the wedding banquet of her son's wedding. When the eldest sister of Li Shu was served a dish, she poured the dishes into a plastic bag she had prepared before anyone could get their chopsticks.

The in-laws felt embarrassed. They scolded and hit her, but the eldest daughter of the Li family stayed the same. After the wedding banquet, she carried 3 bags of dishes and left by herself.

The Li family had a third daughter, whom she had never met. At least she knew how to repay a favour.

Chapter 156 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 11)

After Li Su sent the ginseng, she thought she had paid off her favour and drew the line in the sand. She didn't take it to heart and continued on with her life.

The next weekend, she went to the mountains again. She wanted to see if she would be lucky.

As a result, she spent the entire day on the mountain but didn't get lucky again. Fortunately, when Li Su was heading down the mountain in a bad mood, she met a stupid rabbit. She picked up a rock and threw it at the rabbit's head. The rabbit fainted, and Li Su tied it up. She felt a little better since it was better than nothing.

After she returned home, she heard Qiao Xuechen screaming before she even entered the door. Li Su looked down and sure enough, her chest was wet.

She sighed. Should she wean Xuechen?

Dashan's wife was hugging Xuechen and trying to coax her. When she saw Li Su, she sighed in relief. "Aiguo's wife, this girl from your family is really good. She has been howling for such a long time and her voice isn't hoarse."

When Xuechen saw her mother, she stretched out her hands and made a hurried cry. Li Su quickly took her daughter. "I have troubled sister-in-law today. I will clean up the rabbit and send half of it to sister-in-law."

Dashan's wife smiled. "Then I will have to thank you!"

"No, mum, don't eat the rabbits!" Little Qiao Zhi had already untied the stupid rabbit and held it in his arms. He looked at Li Su pitifully.

Did he want to keep a rabbit as a pet?

Dashan's wife smiled. "Does Big Zhi not want to eat rabbit meat? Rabbit meat is delicious."

"Don't want to eat rabbit meat. Can eat other meat," said Qiao Zhi as he raised his head.

"Okay, okay. You can raise it if you want. Sister-in-law, I'll bring something else for you, third uncle, and brother Dashan to drink!" Li Su agreed with her son. It wasn't as if a rabbit was a rare thing.

Although it was a pity that Dashan's wife couldn't eat rabbit meat, it was up to Li Su to figure out what to do with the rabbit. "What are you talking about? We are neighbours. It is natural to help each other. Am I just here to take your family's food?"

Li Su smiled. "Yes, yes. What sister-in-law said is true. I won't tell you this anymore. I have to go and feed Xuechen now." Qiao Xuechen was already trying to tug at Li Su's clothes.

"Go quickly! Auntie, I'll go back!" Dashan's wife greeted Madam Qiao before she returned.

Li Su went into the house and fed Xuechen. Li Su then patted Xuechen's butt lightly. "Little rascal, I'll wean you tomorrow. You're still making trouble."

Outside, Qiao Zhi was talking to Madam Qiao. "Grandma, how should rabbits be raised?"

Madam Qiao had never raised rabbits, but it was probably like raising chickens and pigs. What did rabbits eat though? Did they eat grass or vegetable leaves? How about carrots?

Alas, never mind.

"Put it outside with the chickens, then go and get some vegetable leaves," said Madam Qiao.

Qiao Zhi happily put the rabbit in the chicken coop, then went to pick vegetable leaves with great interest.

Li Su fed her daughter, put her in the walker, then started making dinner. She was going to prepare stir-fried rabbit for dinner, but her son wanted to keep the dumb rabbit as a pet. So, she had to prepare something else. Li Su went to the space to get some spare ribs and braised them.

After a while, the tantalising smell of meat came from the Qiao family's yard.

Qiao Zhi was picking up vegetable leaves outside and playing with his friends. When he smelled the scent of meat, he couldn't wait to go home.

After returning home, he threw the leaves into the chicken coop. He even ignored his new favourite rabbit and went into the kitchen to wait eagerly.

Li Su fried 2 more vegetable dishes, one was a stir-fried vegetable dish and the other was white radish with roasted meat. She then took out half of the braised pork ribs and sent it to Dashan's family next door. Then, she brought back a fish.

Li Su didn't like to eat fish. Madam Qiao couldn't see it, so she didn't dare to eat it. Qiao Zhi was still young, so she was afraid that fishbones would get stuck in his throat, so their family rarely ate fish.

However, Dashan's wife's kindness was difficult to accept. Li Su had to bring the fish back.

Li Su gave Madam Qiao and Qiao Zhi a bowl of rice. She poured them some fragrant soup and picked a few pieces of spare ribs. Madam Qiao and Qiao Zhi gulped the delicious food down.

Qiao Xuechen also watched eagerly, but she was still young. The braised pork ribs had a strong flavour, so Li Su didn't dare let her daughter eat it. Qiao Xuechen could only eat bland and tasteless steamed egg custard.

Li Su fed Qiao Xuechen half a bowl and ignored her daughter's cries.

In order to keep in shape, Li Su would subconsciously eat less at night.

Over there, Qiao Zhi ate 2 bowls of rice. He had a chubby belly. Li Su kicked him out so she could eat. Madam Qiao also ate a bowl and a half. She felt her stomach and was speechless. Madam Qiao wanted to eat less, but she couldn't help it as soon as she came to the table.

It was all Li Su's fault! If she was willing to use oil to cook, then she should add some shredded pork to the stir-fried vegetables. How could she not eat it?!

Madam Qiao was worried, but she didn't say anything.

Li Su washed the dishes and put them away. She then boiled water. After the water was boiled, she gave Madam Qiao a bath. Madam Qiao was expressionless because she was embarrassed, not because she was unhappy.

After Madam Qiao took a bath, Li Su bathed Qiao Xuechen, then Qiao Zhi, before finally washing up herself.

Madam Qiao coaxed the 2 children to sleep. Li Su was still doing laundry at night. She went to school in the morning and had no time to do laundry, so she could only do it at night. After Li Su washed the clothes, she thumped her waist. She didn't know if there were washing machines for sale. If she had to continue hand-washing, then her waist would break!

Washing machines were expensive. Li Su calculated how much money she had, then shook her head. She was still reluctant.

Damn, she will go back and wait. She must buy all these necessities, like a washing machine, a fridge, and an air conditioner. Then, she would put them in her space. No, what if the next world was set back in ancient times? Without electricity, what use would these do? Did she have to buy a solar generator or something?

Li Su thought about it for a long time before she remembered that she isn't an actual entity. Even if she completed the task, she couldn't go to the real world to buy what she wanted. She could only collect things in her life now. But, Li Su didn't know the value of those things. She remembered that stamps are very valuable, but didn't remember what stamps they were and what year they were issued.

Li Su was about to cry stupidly.

No matter how difficult it was, there was no way. The days would continue.

Madam Qiao waited until there was no movement from Li Su before she lay down. But, she still tossed and turned and couldn't fall asleep. She could tell Li Su was working hard, but she unfortunately couldn't see it for herself. She also couldn't help at all.

Early in the morning, Li Su woke. Breakfast was tomato and egg noodles. She cooked some congee for Xuechen and added a quarter of an egg yolk.

After breakfast, Li Su took the children to school. Halfway through school, someone came looking for her. They said that someone had sent her something big from the capital. She had to go home and quickly sign for it.

Li Su was a little puzzled. From the capital? Apart from Li Shu, she couldn't think of anyone else. But, what did Li Shu send her this time? Didn't she tell Li Shu not to send anything in the future?

Li Su didn't have time to think about it. She bid farewell to her colleagues and hurried home with Xuechen on her back.

When Li Su returned, there were many people around her door. She quickly squeezed in.

She saw… a washing machine?

Li Su's eyes widened. My god, what was this?! Which nouveau riche sent this?!

Li Su hurried over. This was a Bailan brand washing machine. Although it was incomparable to the washing machines of later generations in terms of appearance and functionality, it was quite remarkable in the 1980s. There were also several bottles of laundry detergent next to it.

The deliveryman next to it saw Li Su and said, "Comrade Li, you are here. Hurry and sign for it!"

Li Su asked, while signing, "Was this sent by second older sister again?"

The deliveryman shook his head. "This time the sender is a man named Lu Wei. It is not Li Shu."

Lu Wei? Li Su's eyes widened. How could it be him? Why would he send a washing machine?!

Could it be because of the ginseng? Apart from this, Li Su couldn't think of any other explanation.

After seeing off the postman, Li Su hurriedly went to close the door. When the people watching the fun saw this, they dispersed. Only a few people who had a good relationship with Li Su came over, and that included Dashan's wife. "Aiguo's wife, what is that? Your second older sister sent that to you? Your second older sister is really kind to you."

"How is that possible? The washing machine is so expensive. How could second older sister be willing to send it over? I asked second older sister to buy it for me." Li Su laughed.

"You bought it? It's so expensive. How did you have the money to buy it?" A young lady next to her was surprised. Was Qiao Aiguo's family so rich?

"I don't have any money. I borrowed it. I will repay it in installments every month. My relatives just don't charge interest," Li Su explained quickly. "Everyone knows my family's situation. There are a lot of things to do in school. After class, I have to prepare lessons and homework. I really can't do much for my family. So, I bit the bullet and borrowed money from my second older sister to buy this washing machine. It will make it easier to do laundry in the future."

Dashan's wife nodded. "Yes, I see that you're always busy past eleven every night since your lights are still on. It must be really hard." Although Dashan's wife envied Qiao Aiguo's family for having a washing machine, she remembered their situation. She was relieved. "You aren't allowed to talk nonsense outside. Don't attract thieves. It isn't easy for widows and fatherless children."

Several others nodded. "Look at what sister-in-law said. We are kind people! But, Aiguo's wife, do you want to keep a dog? It can look after the house."

Li Su smiled bitterly. "My family's Big Zhi has a pet rabbit. I don't know if I can keep a dog!"

Dashan's wife smiled. "Your family's Big Zhi is really going to raise the rabbit? I saw him pick up vegetable leaves outside after school every day recently. How will you raise it?"

"We'll just raise it with the chickens. That rabbit is so stupid that the chicks dare to bully it." Li Su smiled.

Chapter 157 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 12)

Li Su and Madam Qiao discussed this matter for a long time and finally decided to accept the washing machine since they really needed one right now.

It was just that, if they accepted the washing machine, their relationship with Li Su's relatives was unclear. Li Su thought that she had to send something back.

Li Su thought about going to the mountains again. If she was lucky, then she might come across some valuable medicinal herbs. It was a pity that her heroine halo was not always available. She spent the entire day on the mountain and didn't get anything.

In the end, there was really no other way. Madam Qiao suggested that they send some farm produce. Li Su thought about it too, then went over to Dashan's house and bought 100 catties (60kg or 132.3 lb) of rice. She then sent it to Lu Wei.

If nothing else, the postage alone made Li Su feel distressed. It was too expensive.

When the Lu family received the 100 catties of rice, they were dumbfounded. Lu Wei had sent a washing machine to the third younger sister of the Li family. Mother Lu also knew about it. Because of this, the eldest brother and eldest sister-in-law of the Li family made a fuss, asking why they bought a washing machine for third younger sister and not them.

However, because the parents of the Li family suppressed this matter and Li Shu was pregnant, Mother Lu didn't care. Did the Lu family need the Li family's consent when it came to gifting something to someone? Ridiculous!

"This one is really honest!" Mother Lu smiled as she looked at the 100 catties of rice. "The postage must have cost a lot. It is not easy for her as someone who lives in the countryside."

Although these things were considered small, the most important thing was the feelings behind the gesture. Mother Lu thought it was nice. This third younger sister was much better than the other Li family members, who only knew how to take benefits and never repay them.

The other daughters-in-law of the Lu family also thought so. "Mum, I see that this rice isn't worse than the ones we can buy in the market. So, I will cook this rice for lunch!"

Mother Lu nodded. Then, she talked to Lu Wei about this. "This family is honest and doesn't want to take advantage of others. In the future, you and your wife shouldn't send things to them. It isn't easy for them to live in the countryside. Your sister-in-law's family situation is like that so don't burden them. If you're embarrassed, then you can help in other ways."

Lu Wei nodded. His wife and her third younger sister were really different from the rest of the Li family. Mum was right. He shouldn't send more things in the future, lest he burden his cousin-in-law. If he had the chance, then he should help in another way!

He told Li Shu about the behaviour of the Li family and she was very embarrassed. She was also afraid that, if she heard about such events from other channels, she would become dissatisfied with them. It was better to take initiative and be honest about everything. She thought that, for her own sake, Lu Wei would not make a fuss over the Li family.

Although Lu Wei wasn't angry, he was a little impatient with the people from the Li family as it kept happening. He had to do justice to his in-laws. The titles of his parents-in-law, and the jobs of his cousin-uncles were all arranged by him. The Li family benefited a lot.

But, they acted like this, which really annoyed Lu Wei. Therefore, when Li Shu cried, Lu Wei only said that she should go back to her parent's house less in the future.

Li Shu's expression at that time was fresh in Lu Wei's memory. He couldn't help but laugh. Did she really think that he loved her the most and was willing to give everything to her, including tolerating her parents' excessive needs and their insatiable greed? He had put up with everything before as he was too lazy to care about such things. But, once the Li family touched his bottom line, then they couldn't blame him for being ruthless.

Qiao Aiguo's family buying a washing machine was big news in Qiaojia Village. Every day, people came to watch the fun. There were even those who liked to take advantage of people and brought their own dirty clothes to try out the washing machine.

Of course, those people were sent back by Madam Qiao. She didn't have to do anything really. She just sat at the door and began to recall the past while crying sadly. Before she could cry for long, those who tried to take advantage of them were sent away by Cun Zhishu. Cun Zhishu then had to comfort Madam Qiao.

Li Su's life was much easier with the washing machine. At least she didn't have to waste her time on washing clothes. She could spend more time preparing lesson plans and teaching Qiao Zhi the first grade curriculum. Li Su didn't know how much Qiao Zhi listened in class. However, after teaching him, Li Su was pleasantly surprised to find out that Qiao Zhi was very smart. He could remember all the words that he had been taught.

The final exams were coming up. Qiao Zhi didn't have to take it, however, when Li Su sent out the test papers, she also gave him one. She wanted to see how Qiao Zhi would do.

After the results came out, Li Su was very happy. This happiness was not because the two classes she taught had excellent grades. Her happiness was because Qiao Zhi had a 61 in Chinese and a 62 in math. This was very rare for Qiao Zhi. After all, he usually played in class and only seriously studied for half a month.

Even so, Li Su didn't plan to let Qiao Zhi go with her. After all, he was still too young. He was only 5 years old after the new year, so he would stay in first grade for another year.

Because Li Su was a teacher and the classes she taught had good grades, many parents of the students sent a lot of New Year's goods to express their gratitude, such as meat, vegetables, and other things. Li Su originally rejected them, but the parents were too enthusiastic. They threw the things, then turned around and ran away. Li Su had no choice but to accept them. She thought about going back to the county town to buy some toffee so when school started, she could send a little to each of the students in the class as a return gift.

It was Madam Qiao who reminded her that maybe something great would happen in the new year, so it was better to prepare earlier.

Li Su thought about it too. She hurried to the county town and bought a lot of White Rabbit Candy1 and other things.

Madam Qiao guessed correctly. From the beginning of the new year, parents continued to lead the students to pay their New Year's greetings. Li Su brought out a lot of food to entertain everyone. She also prepared some red envelopes. Although she didn't put much in there, it showed her sincerity.

They ate and drank a bit, but once she took out the red envelopes, the parents dragged their kids away and didn't accept the envelopes.

Li Su had no choice but to put a lot of the candy into the child's pocket.

Before the first month was over, Li Su looked at the things piled up in the house and sighed helplessly. They were all New Year's greeting gifts from the parents of her students. These things weren't considered precious, but they were symbols of their sincerity. It seemed that no matter when or where, parents love their children the same way.

She was just an ordinary person. What had she done to deserve this respect from everyone? It seemed like it was just because she was a teacher. The parents respected her because she was a teacher and they could see growth in their children. Li Su felt that she had to work harder to be worthy of these parents.

This was an unprecedented feeling, but Li Su thought it was good. In the past, Li Su only thought of teaching as a lucrative profession. From now on, Li Su would manage it as a career.

At the beginning of the new semester, Li Su devoted herself to teaching with great enthusiasm. Qiao Zhi stopped sleeping and playing in class as Li Su talked to him during the holidays. He slowly began to carefully listen in class.

Li Su gave rewards to her students at her own expense. As long as they did well in their exams or made progress in their homework, there would be prizes. Sometimes, they were homework books. Other times, they were pencils and candy. For a while, the students' enthusiasm for learning was very high.

Everything was developing well, except for Qiao Xuechen.

This girl was getting older and was no longer satisfied with sitting in a walker and waiting for her mother to finish class. She was very curious about the outside world and would often run off when people weren't looking.

On this day, her mother went to class. Although there were other people in the office, everyone was busy. Qiao Xuechen slipped out the back door quietly while nobody was paying attention to her.

Fortunately, the teacher's office was on the first floor, so there were no steps. Qiao Xuechen sat in the walker and with a kick, the walker rolled on.

Qiao Xuechen happily walked on the road.

A car drove by not far away. Fortunately, the driver saw Qiao Xuechen from a distance and parked the car on the side of the road.

Lu Wei looked at the girl sitting in the walker and thought she was cute, like a cat. He felt a little soft and got out of the car to walk over. When he saw the girl's appearance, his eyes widened. She was a beautiful little doll. Although he was reluctant to admit it, Mingzhu couldn't compare to her in terms of appearance.

"This rural place can have such a beautiful child. But, looking at her clothes, it doesn't look like she's from the countryside." A person got out of the car.

Lu Wei glanced at him. "Old Xue, you're discriminating against our rural brothers!"

Xue Gang glanced at Lu Wei and smiled. "But, whose child is this? Why did she come on the road alone? Although there aren't cars in the countryside, there are still ditches. What if she had fallen into a ditch?"

Lu Wei also wondered this. Who was so careless as to let their child run around alone?!

"Qiao Xuechen!" There was a roar in the distance. Many people ran over, led by a woman in a yellow skirt.

God knew how Li Su felt when she discovered that Xuechen wasn't in the office after class. She instantly thought of many possibilities, such as being abducted by traffickers, being hit by a car, or falling into a ditch. Every possibility made her shudder.

She quickly came out to find someone. Other teachers and classmates also came to help.

Fortunately, as soon as she left the school gate, she saw someone hugging Xuechen on the side of the road.

Li Su sighed in relief and ran over quickly. She snatched her daughter from Lu Wei's arms. "Qiao Xuechen, how many times has mother told you not to run around. Why don't you listen? You scared your mother to death!"

Li Su's tone wasn't good, but Qiao Xuechen was still ignorantly smiling and holding her mother's face in her hands as she kissed her mother several times. No matter how angry Li Su was, it melted away from her daughter's actions.

She glared at Qiao Xuechen and then looked at the teachers and students behind her with embarrassment. "Thank you, everyone. Xuechen is ignorant and has worried everyone."

"As long as Xuechen is fine, then it's okay," the others said as they smiled.

"This is what we should do. Younger sister Xuechen is fine. Teacher Li is welcome," the students said with a smile.

"Okay, Big Zhi, your younger sister is fine. You can go back quickly. We will have class later," Li Su said softly as she patted her panic-stricken son's head.

Chapter 158 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 13)

After watching her son and the students enter the school, Li Su was able to pay attention to the other two. "Thank you! Without the two of you, I don't know what would have happened!"

In fact, when they saw Li Su, Lu Wei and Xue Gang were stunned. It turned out that this woman was the mother of the little girl. No wonder the daughter was so cute, like a porcelain doll. She inherited her mother's good looks. It was really rare that there was such a bright and generous woman in the rural area.

"Pay more attention in the future. Don't let this kind of thing happen again. It was a fluke this time. It would be bad if there was an accident," Xue Gang said.

Li Su smiled helplessly. "Yes, thank you." Then, she said to her daughter fiercely, "Next time, I will use a rope to tie the walker to the leg of the table. I'd like to see how you run."

"It is just a child's nature to be active. How can you restrain her? It's fine as long as someone is watching!" A childish voice came from the side.

Xue Gang looked down and saw that his son had slipped out of the car at some point. He was looking at the little girl curiously.

"Little An, why did you get out?" Xue Gang asked.

His son ignored him and stubbornly stared at the beautiful little sister. This little sister was so beautiful, and so cute and small. How could her mother treat her like this? This shouldn't be.

Li Su was now a teacher, so her patience with children was unprecedentedly high. She explained, good-naturedly, "Little friend, you don't know my family's situation. Her father died before she was born. There is only one grandma at home who is blind. Nobody could watch her at home, so I had to bring her to school. I let her stay in the walker during class. However, after class I will go to her. Her older brother is also in class and will take her out to play after class."

The little boy looked at Qiao Xuechen more tenderly. She didn't have a father? How pitiable! "Younger sister doesn't have a father? Then I'll divide my father in half!"

Xue Gang rolled his eyes. This stupid child didn't even ask for his opinion and wanted to give half of him to someone else?

Li Su couldn't help but laugh. "Thank you, little friend, but there's no need. Although Xuechen doesn't have a father, there are many people who love her. It doesn't matter."

At this time, Lu Wei, who had been silent, suddenly said, "You are Li Su. Your father is Li Jianyang and your older sister is Li Shu?"

Li Su was a little surprised. How did he know?

Xue Gang was surprised. "Old Lu, do you know each other?"

Lu Wei said, with a little difficulty, "Yes, she is Li Shu's younger sister."

There was a flash of bitterness in Lu Wei's eyes. It turned out that he had been wrong. The person he had seen at the station back then was Li Su. But, he had heard wrong and had thought it was Li Shu. Although, Lu Wei thought it was strange when he met Li Shu again later. It seemed that her appearance was different from what he remembered.

But, Lu Wei didn't think about it much at the time. The name was right, and Li Shu did take a train to go to the countryside to become an educated youth. While their appearance was somewhat different, perhaps his memory was overly glorified. Coupled with the situation at that time where he desperately needed to start a family to clear the shadows of his past, he ended up marrying Li Shu.

But, just now, Lu Wei realised that he was wrong, dead wrong. Unfortunately, he was too late! Lu Wei looked at Li Su with a complicated expression.

Xue Gang, on the other hand, was still saying excitedly, "So that's how it is. It was really a misunderstanding between two people who failed to recognise each other1. It turned out that you are Old Lu's wife's younger sister. Old Lu, your second older sister's husband, and your second brother-in-law have come to find you. What a coincidence."

Lu Wei! Li Su's eyes widened. She didn't understand why Lu Wei came to Qiaojia Village. "There is one more class before school is over. You can go to my house and stay for a while. We'll be right back after school is done." Li Su had no classes next, but she still had to correct the students' homework and wait for her son to finish class. She couldn't go home immediately.

But, she had a bit of time now to send them home.

"Mum, there is a guest who is here to rest for a while. It is my second older sister's husband. I have something to do at school. Let them rest at home for a while. I'll be back when school is finished." Li Su explained things to Madam Qiao and quickly brought tea and water. She took out some food and put it on the table. "Sit down for a while. I'll be back. Xuechen…" Li Su was hesitating on whether to take her daughter to school.

"Just let younger sister play with me. Thank you, auntie." The little boy looked up at Li Su.

Li Su looked over at Madam Qiao, who nodded imperceptibly. "Okay, I'll be right back."

After Li Su left, she didn't feel relieved. She went to Dashan's house to ask her third auntie to take care of it.

Her third auntie patted her chest and assured Li Su. She pretended to go chat with Madam Qiao and went to the house.

Li Su then left with confidence.

After Li Su left, Lu Wei calmly looked at his surroundings, which were the living conditions of the Qiao family. He could see that it was poor and cold, but unexpectedly clean and tidy. At first glance, Lu Wei saw the washing machine he sent in the corner of the yard. It was covered.

The third auntie saw Lu Wei looking at the washing machine and said with a smile, "Aiguo's wife is a careful person. She was afraid that the washing machine would be damaged by the sun, so she made a cover for it."

Lu Wei felt a little sour in his heart. He remembered that Li Shu at home didn't do anything, let alone the laundry. She didn't even deal with her own children. He compared Li Shu to Li Su's living environment. Lu Wei was filled with emotion. Good fortune made people. The person he wanted to cherish the most was living such a life.

The third auntie noticed something was wrong with the man's emotions and asked tentatively, "You really are the second brother-in-law of Aiguo's wife!"

The title of second brother-in-law deeply hurt Lu Wei's heart. Just as he was about to speak, Xue Gang smiled next to him and said, "Of course! We are here this time to find her for something."

Madam Qiao was a little worried. She heard Xuechen call out, "Grandma, grandma!"

Madam Qiao was at a loss and third auntie smiled and said, "It seems that she is hungry. Is there food at home for her? I'll feed her something."

Madam Qiao said, with a wry smile, "This girl is very cunning now. Ever since her mother weaned her, she likes to drink malt milk extract. Unless her mother feeds her herself, she would rather be hungry than eat." Madam Qiao felt a headache coming. How expensive was malt milk extract? There were always 2 jars at home, but they were finished in less than a month. Li Su went to the county town and bought 2 jars for Big Zhi and Xuechen to eat every day. Li Su said that, no matter how difficult things were, she couldn't let the children suffer.

The third auntie couldn't help but click her tongue. "Also, is this child actually from the urban area?"

Madam Qiao shook her head with a wry smile. "Third auntie, the malt milk extract is on the table. Please make a bowl for Xuechen."

The third auntie nodded. After a while, she made a bowl of malt milk extract. She was about to feed it to Xuechen when the little boy next to her stretched out his hand and said, "I'll feed younger sister."

The third auntie was stunned. She looked at the stubborn expression on the little boy. "Can you do it? This malt milk extract is precious. You can't spill it."

Xue Gang smiled and said, "Let Little An feed her."

The third auntie glanced at Madam Qiao. When she saw that Madam Qiao had no objections, she gave the bowl to the little boy.

The little boy then started to feed her. When he saw Qiao Xuechen drinking happily, he raised his head and said, "Dad, little sister likes to drink malt milk essence a lot, so let's buy more for her later! Does little sister like to drink milk powder? Older brother can buy some for you, how does that sound?"

Xue Gang couldn't help but laugh when he saw his son already knew how to please girls at such a young age.

Madam Qiao said, "You aren't relatives. It's not good for you to spend money like this. Her mother is willing to buy things for her."

The third auntie nodded. "Aiguo's wife is willing to spend her money on her children. Although Big Zhi and the girl don't have a father or grandfather, they can still eat and wear better clothes than the other children."

When Lu Wei heard this, he was inexplicably relieved. He knew that the girl he liked was a good woman who was honest and had integrity!

Li Su quickly brought Qiao Zhi back. When Qiao Zhi saw a strange little boy around his younger sister, he immediately broke free of Li Su and ran to his younger sister's side. He looked at the young boy warily. "Younger sister is mine. You can't steal her!"

The little boy blinked. "Is she your younger sister? Your younger sister is so pretty and cute. I have never seen a younger sister who is cuter than her!"

"You think my younger sister is pretty? I agree. I've never seen someone prettier than my younger sister!" Qiao Zhi was immediately happy when he heard this. "Do you have a younger sister? If not, then you can also share her, but you can't take her away!"

The two young boys got together and began to talk about the younger sister.

"Sorry, I haven't eaten yet, so I need to cook. Let's talk after eating! Third auntie, have a meal at our house today!" Li Su greeted.

Third auntie thought for a while. This widow had a lot of trouble show up. Although she was a relative, these were suspicious circumstances and she had to avoid arousing suspicion. She did not immediately refuse.

"Okay, then I'll eat here today! There are no vegetables here, so I'll head back and get you some!"

"Thanks a lot, third auntie. Bring your family and others too. There will be more children and it will be lively." Li Su smiled.

"Okay! The young boys will eat you poor if they come." Third auntie wasn't the kind of person who liked to take advantage of others. So, she quickly refused on behalf of the others and went home.

After a while, third auntie brought over some potatoes, green vegetables, green peppers, and others.

Li Su was already cooking. "Aiguo's wife, I'll help!" said third auntie.

"Okay, please help me set the fire, third auntie! It will be fine soon." Li Su did not refuse.

It was much faster for 2 people to set the fire and stir-fry.

Over there, Qiao Zhi took his younger sister and his new friend to see his rabbit. He was startled with what he saw. "Mum, grandma, the rabbit gave birth to little rabbits!"

Li Su was busy cooking, so she didn't hear her son. Madam Qiao came to take a look, but she couldn't see.

Xue Gang came over. "Oh, it's true. There are eight in one litter. But, why are your rabbits and chickens living together?"

Madam Qiao blinked. "Can they not?"

The corners of Xue Gang's mouth twitched. "It's fine!"

Chapter 159 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (Part 14)

Over there, after some brief embarrassment, Lu Wei returned to normal and began to chat with Madam Qiao. Madam Qiao hesitated and asked, "You said that you were here to find A-Su this time. What's the matter?"

Lu Wei thought for a while, then said softly, "Auntie, didn't third younger sister send us wild ginseng a few days ago? It so happened that I was injured at that time, and the doctor suggested that I eat some ginseng to replenish my vitality. I ate it and the effect was very good. The person who came with me is Xue Gang. His father isn't in good health, so the doctor also suggested that he eats some wild ginseng. In fact, he brought a lot home but they were always fake. He heard that the mountain ginseng that third younger sister sent me was good, so he wanted to come and take a look. If there is any, then I will buy some and go back. It doesn't matter how much it costs."

Madam Qiao's mouth twitched. "If you want to buy authentic wild ginseng, then you have to go northeast to buy it. We rarely have it here. It was a coincidence that A-Su found one here after so many years. Later, when you sent the washing machine, A-Su said that she had nothing for you, so she went up the mountain again. She looked a few times, but couldn't find anything."

Lu Wei was mentally prepared, so he wasn't disappointed. He came out this time more for accompanying Old Xue and his son to relax as the current Xue family situation was very chaotic.

"We also know that we were just here to try our luck. Best case, there would be something, but it's no issue if there isn't anything. We also came to see my relatives." Lu Wei smiled. "Auntie, how are things at home now? Are you having any difficulties? We are family. If you need any help, feel free to tell me."

Madam Qiao smiled awkwardly. She and A-Su were afraid of owing them too much, so they tried to repay the favour. "Everything is fine. You don't need to worry. A-Su works as a teacher in the village primary school and her salary is more than twenty yuan a month. The county also gives a subsidy which is fifty yuan a month."

Lu Wei was a little relieved when he heard about this, but was also a little annoyed. He was relieved that he had accidentally helped Li Su on a whim. Sadly, he forgot that Li Su was different than the rest of the Li family. He was too enthusiastic, which burdened them.

The atmosphere was a little awkward. At this time, Li Su opened the door and came out. "Mother, brother-in-law, it's time to eat. Big Zhi, bring your younger sister and…" Li Su didn't know who that little boy was, but he was taller than her son. At this point, he was maybe an older brother. "Take your younger sister and the little older brother to wash their hands. Then you can come to eat."

Li Su and third auntie brought the food to the table. "I hope you enjoy this humble meal."

Xue Gang and the children came over after washing their hands. They looked at the table and saw sweet and sour pork1, scrambled egg with tomatoes2, shredded pork with green peppers3, hot and sour potato strips4, claypot potato slices5, and last but not least, a vegetable and meatball soup6.

Xue Gang liked to eat hot and sour flavoured things the most. He liked several of the dishes today, so he said with a smile, "This is a humble meal? This dish looks appetising. We won't be polite."

Li Su served everyone with a smile, then said, "Everyone can eat." Then, she served Madam Qiao and Qiao Zhi a bowl of vegetable and meatball soup, asking them to drink it before eating. She wasn't in a hurry to eat, so she brought a bowl of pumpkin from the kitchen and mashed it to feed to her daughter.

Seeing that everyone was eating and only Li Su was feeding the child, Lu Wei felt a little uncomfortable. "Hurry up and eat. The food will get cold." Had she lived like this all along?

Li Su said with a smile, "Brother-in-law, you eat first. Xuechen eats quickly."

Xuechen was a really good child. After a while, half the bowl of pumpkin puree was eaten. Li Su poured another bowl of water and fed her daughter. Then, she put her daughter in the walker and left her to walk in the yard. She sat down and ate.

"Little An, have you finished eating?" Xue Gang was feasting when he suddenly saw his son put down the dishes and looked like he was leaving. His son's taste was similar to his own, so the food should be to his liking. Why did his son only eat half of it?

"Younger sister is playing alone, so I'll go with her."

The corners of Xue Gang's mouth twitched. The older brother was sitting there eating peacefully. Why was his son in such a hurry? However, this was the first time he had ever seen his son so attentive. There were a lot of little girls in the compound and he had never seen his son behave this way to any of them. Could it be that his son wanted to learn what kind of games they played? He didn't have any insight, and he was afraid that his family would not approve.

Xue Gang laughed at himself. Maybe his son was just doing things on a whim. He was thinking too much!

After eating, Lu Wei didn't wait for Li Su to start. He began to pack up the dishes. When Xue Gang saw this, he also helped.

Li Su said, "How can I let my guests do this? Put them down quickly. I'll do it after I'm finished."

Xue Gang smiled and said, "We came here empty-handed and ate your food, so let us wash the dishes."

After third auntie finished eating, she said she would leave. Li Su stopped her and quickly went to her room to grab a handful of candy. She stuffed them into third auntie's pocket. "Take these back for your nieces and nephews."

Third auntie quickly declined and said, "No need. The children have eaten it at school. You can keep it for Big Zhi and Xuechen to eat."

"There's more! Thank you for today, third auntie!" Li Su didn't let her refuse.

Third auntie had to accept it. She was very happy. Aiguo's wife was a good person, but a good person did not necessarily live a good life. No wonder older sister-in-law worried about them.

After Qiao Zhi finished eating, he went to rinse his mouth out and took some water over for Madam Qiao to do the same. When Lu Wei saw this, he was a little relieved. Li Su was a really good wife and mother. She taught her children well.

Over there, Qiao Xuechen suddenly called out. Li Su reacted and rushed over to pick up her daughter. Her daughter had urinated.

Li Su shook her head helplessly. "Wait, mum will fetch some water." Then, she carried her daughter into the house.

"Auntie, where are you taking younger sister?" Little An asked as he tugged on Li Su's clothes.

"Older brother Little An, my younger sister has wet herself. Mother is going to change her pants. You aren't allowed to go in." Qiao Zhi took out the cookie box from the room. "Older brother Little An, are you full? Do you want some cookies?"

Little An nodded. Qiao Zhi took his hand with a smile and sat on the bench before generously sharing his snacks with his friend.

When Li Su saw this, she smiled. Her son was really a warm boy.

When Xue Gang saw this, he said to Lu Wei in a low voice, "Your nephew and sister-in-law can take care of others. It is said that the children of the poor are more responsible earlier. I don't see anything wrong with that."

Lu Wei looked at his surroundings and sighed. If the person who had a blind date with him had been Li Su, then she wouldn't have to live like this now. Unfortunately, it was too late to say anything. In the end, the woman who had moved his heart was his wife's younger sister. He didn't want her to have a hard time. How could he help her quietly without burdening her?

Lu Wei felt that he had to think about it carefully.

Over there, Xue Gang had learned where the mountain ginseng Lu Wei was given had come from. But, he didn't give up. He wanted to go up the mountain to have a look. Even if he couldn't find it in the end, he could just go out to travel and relax.

Xue Gang mentioned his thoughts and Lu Wei nodded. "Okay, go back and tell her."

Xue Gang nodded.

Li Su took Xuechen out with fresh pants. When Little An saw them, he immediately ditched Qiao Zhi and ran to Li Su's side. Li Su was a little amused when she saw this. She put her daughter in the walker and let them play.

Xue Gang also told Li Su of his intentions. "I want to go and try my luck. It doesn't matter if I can't find any. I can just go out to relax. Don't worry, I'll make up for the delay."

Li Su also planned on going into the mountains in the next few days. The first few times she entered the mountains, she dug a few traps deep within. Therefore, Li Su agreed. "Okay. If you are going to discuss compensation, then forget it. You are my brother-in-law's friend, so of course I should help you."

When Li Su spoke, she was very candid. In fact, she had experienced a lot of melodramatic situations, so she had long noticed Lu Wei's attitude towards her was a little strange. He sometimes felt distressed and guilty, and other times he was hesitant to say anything. Li Su herself was still wondering if the original owner and Lu Wei had met before, or if Lu Wei liked the original owner, but mistook her for Li Shu.

But Li Su didn't take this seriously. She knew that, compared to the others in the room, Lu Wei was actually quite upright. From the very beginning, Lu Wei disapproved of asking Qiao Zhi to donate his kidney and his disapproval grew when he learned that the original owner deceived a child. Later, Qiao Zhi was involved in a car accident, which Lu Wei didn't expect. When Qiao Zhi was sent to the hospital in his previous life, he could have been saved. It was the original owner and the rest of the Lu family who bribed the doctor into saying that Qiao Zhi couldn't be saved. Lu Wei reluctantly agreed for Qiao Zhi's kidney to be removed and be used in his daughter's kidney transplant surgery after the original owner and the Lu family begged him.

Later, when Lu Wei learned the truth, he felt guilty and uneasy. He died due to depression during his prime. Before he died, he refused to say a word to the original owner.

In this life, there were already too many changes. If she added Lu Wei's attitude into the mix, then she believed that such a thing wouldn't happen again.

So, Li Su decided that she would do this in order to display an appropriate amount of gratitude to Lu Wei.

Finally, the 3 agreed to go to the mountain this weekend.

After the discussion, Xue Gang and Lu Wei were ready to go back to the hotel in town. Little An was reluctant to leave, so Xue Gang finally said, "Xue Chao'an, don't be so fussy. We will be back tomorrow."

Little An got into the car.

They left Li Su alone. Wasn't Xue Chao'an the male lead? Shouldn't his official match be Lu Mingzhu? How did it become her family's Xuechen? Was this the benefit of being the heroine? No, she didn't want such benefits.

Chapter 160 – Rescuing the Transparent High-Ranking Official (part 15)

Although Xue Chao'an was the male lead, the Xue family's situation was different from the Lu family. The Xue family was very chaotic. Although Xue Chao'an's father was the youngest son, Xue Chao'an had the highest qualifications out of all the grandsons and was most favoured by his grandparents. He was the default third-generation heir to the Xue family.

Lu Mingzhu and Xue Chao'an's family backgrounds were comparable. Even Lu Mingzhu's status in the Lu family was higher than Xue Chao'an's status in the Xue family. But, because of Lu Mingzhu's health, she was very unpopular in the Xue family. Xue Chao'an's grandmother and mother never consented to their marriage.

Even though Lu Mingzhu's operation was successful, they still disagreed. Although her kidney had been replaced, she still had to take medication for the rest of her life and was still sick.

If Xue Chao'an had been a weaker male lead, then he would have given up long ago. But, he was very strong and said that he wouldn't marry anyone else. As Xue Chao'an's achievements grew, the Xue family couldn't do anything. So, they agreed to marry him and Lu Mingzhu.

In the end, Lu Mingzhu gave birth to a pair of healthy twins through IVF and the Xue family was satisfied.

With Lu Mingzhu's family background, Lu Mingzhu still had a difficult road as the daughter-in-law of the Xue family. Her Xuechen would face even more difficulties.

No, no. Her family could not afford the male lead.

Li Su turned to look at her daughter, who was still walking around the yard in the walker. She wondered if she was thinking too much since her daughter was still so young. The male lead was interested in her at such a young age. Didn't that make him a paedophile? She was certainly thinking too much.

Early next morning, when Li Su was getting her son and daughter ready for school, she saw the male lead happily standing in front of their house. Her face blackened.

"Auntie, I asked my father to buy a lot of malted milk essence for younger sister to drink!" Xue Chao'an said excitedly.

Li Su looked up and saw that Lu Wei and Xue Gang were standing a short distance away. They were holding a lot of things.

When Lu Wei saw Li Su's expression, he said, "Have you always been like this? You still bring your children to school?" This was too hard. But, he then remembered the Qiao family's situation. He felt a little helpless. What else could Li Su do except bring her children with her?

"If you think it's fine, you can leave Xuechen with us," said Lu Wei.

After thinking about it, Li Su still shook her head. "It's not that I'm worried about you two. It's just that, you are both men. Where would you bring Xuechen if she was hungry and wet herself?"

Lu Wei and Xue Gang were stunned. It was okay if she was hungry as they could just feed her the malted milk essence. If she wet herself, then what should they do? Xue Gang looked down at his son. "Little An, just forget about it. Your Uncle Lu and I don't know how to look after her."

Xue Chao'an frowned and muttered, "You don't even know how to do this. So stupid."

Li Su said with a smile, "Why don't you just walk around and go up the mountain tomorrow?"

Lu Wei and Xue Gang were about to speak, but Xue Chao'an said, "Auntie, can I go to school with you? I want to see what they learn in elementary school."

The corners of Xue Gang's mouth twitched when he heard his son's words. Son, haven't you already skipped to third grade?

In the end, Lu Wei, Xue Gang, and Xue Chao'an went to school with Li Su.

Lu Wei frowned as soon as he entered the door. Was this the school where Li Su worked? It was too shabby! Xue Gang thought the same. Xue Chao'an saw Qiao Zhi enter the classroom and followed him to take a look.

After a while, Xue Chao'an ran out with a worried expression. "Is younger sister going to go to school here in the future?"

Lu Wei frowned. Xue Gang looked around. "The school building is dilapidated and the walls are cracked. I'm afraid there may be accidents!"

It so happened that the principal was going to work. When he saw them, who were dressed well, he quickly greeted them. "Who are you?"

"How much will it cost for you to rebuild the school building?" Lu Wei asked directly.

The principal's eyes lit up. Could these wealthy people want to donate money to rebuild the school? The principal rubbed his hands excitedly. "This… This is something we haven't calculated yet. However, I estimate that it will cost around seven to eight thousand yuan!"

Lu Wei and Xue Gang didn't speak. Both of them had a lot of money, so it wasn't like they were ignorant about matters pertaining to money. But, seven to eight thousand? Currently, the average monthly income of workers was only about 30 yuan, and the tuition fee for rural elementary school was only a few yuan per semester. But it cost seven to eight thousand to fix the school? Was he taking advantage of them?

The principal saw that the situation was not quite right, so he quickly said, "That is just my estimate, an estimate! It may not cost that much. Maybe four or five thousand?"

Xue Gang smiled. They really wanted to help Li Su's family. There were many ways to help, so they didn't have to donate money to renovate the school building. If the principal hadn't been so greedy, then they might have considered it. But, since it was as such, then they wouldn't bother!

When the principal saw that they stopped talking, he became anxious. He wanted to take advantage of this opportunity to make a fortune, so he deliberately exaggerated the amount. He didn't expect that these two were not easily deceived. "If you think it is too much, then we can discuss it?"

"Sorry, we have something to do. We'll go first," said Xue Gang politely as he picked up his son.

He then left with Lu Wei.

They left the principal to stand alone and sigh in embarrassment. The principal missed such a good opportunity to make a fortune!

The three walked out of the school and got into the car. "Old Lu, don't be confused. You want to help your wife and her sister. There are many other ways to help her. That principal is too greedy."

Lu Wei frowned for a while. "Let's go to the county and see."

Xue Gang looked at him. "Do you want to transfer her to the county?" Xue Gang and Lu Wei had been close brothers for decades. They could understand what the other was thinking with just one look.

"We are all family. Look at how my two brother-in-laws live, and then look at how my sister-in-law lives. I don't think having a son is better than having a daughter. I should help as much as I can!" Lu Wei nodded. "She has two young kids and an old lady that she must provide for. She has to go to work and take care of her children, so there is a lot of financial pressure." If they could be transferred to the county, then her wages could be doubled. Additionally, there were nurseries and kindergartens in the county, so the children would have somewhere to go. If nothing else, it was safer.

Xiao Chao'an said suddenly, "Dad, Uncle Lu, just transfer auntie to the capital. That way, I can see younger sister more often."

Xue Gang laughed, but saw his son's serious expression. He knew that his son wasn't just saying things. He had a headache. "Xue Chao'an, are you serious?"

"Dad, I'm not sure why, but when I saw younger sister, I really liked her. I want to see her often!" Xue Chao'an said earnestly. "Auntie and Auntie Lu are sister, so we are relatives. Shouldn't we help each other?"

Xue Gang felt a little helpless. "Do you think this is a simple matter?"

But, when he glanced at his friend, he saw that he was contemplating the feasibility of his son's suggestion. Xue Gang gave him a wry smile. "Old Lu, you shouldn't take the child's words so seriously. You know the situation of your Yue family. If you really do this, then your brother-in-laws will make trouble again. I heard that your eldest brother-in-law rioted last time because of the washing machine!"

"It's not the Lu family's duty to appease those surnamed Li." Lu Wei knew that Li Shu loved face and often subsidised her parent's family. But, the insatiable greed of the Li family made Lu Wei gradually become annoyed. But, Li Shu didn't know anything about it so continued to act as before. It seemed to get worse after she gave birth to Mingzhu.

Xue Gang felt that Lu Wei's actions were a bit too much. After all, it was just his sister-in-law. His parents didn't care about her. There could be gossip.

"Old Lu, I advise you to think clearly. It's good to be transferred to the county, but transferring to the capital will be a problem. Think about it. Your sister-in-law obviously has a bad relationship with her parents. If your sister-in-law lives closer, then I'm afraid…" Xue Gang racked his brains trying to persuade Lu Wei.

Lu Wei thought about it too. Xue Gang saw that his friend had listened, so he persisted. "Again, listen to what you said before. Your sister-in-law is a principled and ambitious person. She doesn't like to take advantage of others. If you really transfer her to the capital, then how would she pay back that big favour? She won't accept it."

Hearing this, Lu Wei was a little distressed. Yes, she was that kind of person. "You don't need to say it. I know."

Xue Chao'an was a little disappointed. What happened when one grew up? They wanted to be good to someone, but had to worry about so many things! When he grew up, he would treat who he wanted however he wanted, and nobody would be able to stop him! Hmph! He wouldn't expect things from them anymore. When he grew up, he would bring younger sister to the capital himself.

Xue Chao'an angrily got off Xue Gang and sat to the side.

Xue Gang didn't take it seriously either. Children liked to make trouble without reason.

At noon, Li Su saw that Lu Wei and Xue Gang didn't come back for dinner. She didn't care. They were both rich. Why should she be afraid that they wouldn't be able to eat?

The next day, early in the morning after Li Su had taken a shower, Lu Wei and Xue Gang showed up. Qiao Zhi saw that Xue Chao'an was there and he shouted that he wanted to go with him.

Li Su felt a little helpless. Xue Gang smiled and said, "Let's go."

Li Su had no choice but to agree. She then went next door again and asked third auntie to come take care of Madam Qiao and Xuechen. Third auntie agreed immediately. Li Su gave third auntie 10 yuan, but third auntie refused to accept it. The two argued for a while before third auntie accepted it.

When Lu Wei saw this, he decided to resolve Li Su's work problems before they left. Yes, there should be a place to stay. Time was a little tight, but Old Zhou could maybe get things done.

Lu Wei was just a little embarrassed. He knew Li Su's temperament quite well and he knew that she probably wouldn't accept his kindness easily.

Who knew when the opportunity would arrive?