After time travel, share a space with your modern family.

Because of the Purple Elf's forced upgrade, Ruan Mumu had been holding a grudge, so angry that she couldn't sleep all night.

She kept calling out to the beast, hoping it would come out and explain, but the beast never appeared. Since it was at home, the beast felt that Ruan Mumu wouldn't encounter any danger, so it wasn't worried.

The next morning, sunlight streamed into the room through the window. Ruan Mumu was still lying in bed, her eyes closed, looking utterly exhausted.

Meanwhile, Chen Donghua had returned from arranging things at the new house. She went to Ruan Mumu's room and gently knocked on the door. "Mumu, get up quickly! There are still many things to do at home today, so get up and help!"

Hearing her mother's call, Ruan Mumu struggled to open her heavy eyelids and mumbled, "Mom, I know, I'll get up right away." Although she agreed verbally, her body remained still, as if being held back by an invisible force.

After a while, Ruan Mumu finally struggled to sit up in bed, rubbed her sleepy eyes, and stretched.

Only then did she realize that her mother had entered the room and was smiling at her. Seeing that Ruan Mumu was finally getting up, Chen Donghua urged, "Mumu, hurry up! We still need to get to the new house for the fire-entry ceremony."

After a while, Ruan Mumu came to her senses and remembered that today was the day her family moved into their new home, and she immediately became excited.

She quickly changed into a dress, which she had specially prepared for moving into her new home today, and then began to comb her hair.

Chen Donghua also took this opportunity to change into a new outfit.

When Ruan Mumu saw that Chen Donghua had changed into a new outfit, though still her work clothes, she quickly said, "Mom, today is a big day for our family! You should wear the pretty dress I bought you!"

"Mom isn't used to wearing skirts," Chen Donghua said a little shyly.

"Mom, hurry up and change! You'll definitely look the most beautiful today." Ruan Mumu pulled out the new dress and pushed Chen Donghua to change into it.

A moment later, a woman in a purple dress gracefully emerged. Her steps were light, and her elegant figure was captivating. A shy smile graced her face. "Mumu, is it inappropriate for Mother to dress like this?"

"Mom, you should dress like this, you look so beautiful!" Ruan Mumu couldn't help but exclaim.

Chen Donghua has a curvaceous figure, but she usually wears clothes that are practical for work, which hides her beautiful figure. This dress perfectly accentuates her beauty and makes her look so pleasing to the eye.

Everyone has a love for beauty, especially women, who have a unique pursuit and passion for it. Chen Donghua stood in front of the full-length mirror, carefully examining herself. She slowly turned around, looked at herself in the mirror, and smiled with satisfaction.

"Mom, sit down quickly, let me do your makeup again so you can make a dazzling appearance today!" Ruan Mumu excitedly pulled Chen Donghua to sit down in a chair, eagerly taking out various modern cosmetics, ready to show off her skills.

She carefully selected a foundation that suited Chen Donghua's skin tone, gently applied it to her face, then meticulously drew delicate eyebrows and eyeliner, and finally applied a bright lipstick.

The entire makeup process was meticulous; Ruan Mumu treated her mother's face like a precious work of art, carefully sculpting her features. When it was finished, Chen Donghua looked at herself in the mirror and could hardly believe it was her.

When Ruan Mumu and Chen Donghua arrived at the door of their new house with their sons, none of the guests recognized Chen Donghua as she stepped out of the carriage. They speculated about the identity of this unfamiliar woman, some even assuming she was a distinguished guest from afar. Chen Donghua was dressed in gorgeous new clothes, her makeup exquisite, and she exuded a captivating charm that immediately caught everyone's eye.

At this moment, Dr. Liu, standing in the crowd, was deeply attracted by Chen Donghua. He stared wide-eyed in disbelief as this picturesque woman gracefully walked out of the carriage.

He had seen countless beautiful women, but never had he felt such a stunning beauty. Dr. Liu was no longer a hot-blooded young man, yet at this moment, he felt a sudden flutter in his heart. He couldn't help but exclaim, "Such a beauty exists in this world..."

"Mumu, where's your mother? We have important guests, and you don't even know where she is." Chen Donglan quietly pulled Ruan Mumu aside and asked.

“Aunt Donglan, there are no distinguished guests. Take a close look and see who she looks like?” Ruan Mumu said mischievously.

Upon hearing Ruan Mumu's words, Chen Donglan looked closely at Chen Donghua. She was shocked by what she saw. "This...you're the eldest sister? You really are the eldest sister!"

Chen Donghua nodded with a smile.

"My God, this is Xiaojun's mother. This is actually Xiaojun's mother!" When Chen Donglan mentioned that this was Chen Donghua, the scene erupted in excitement.

When Dr. Liu heard that the woman was actually Ruan Xiaojun's mother, a glimmer of hope rose in his heart.

"Big sister, come inside quickly, the ceremony is about to begin." Chen Donglan pulled Chen Donghua along, and the two of them walked into the front hall of the new house.

In the main hall, the village chief, the clan chief of Ruan, and other respected clan elders and elders of the village were already seated.

"Uncle Village Chief, Uncle Clan Chief, Xiaojun's mother is here. The ceremony can begin," Chen Donglan said with a smile to everyone.

When everyone saw the woman Chen Donglan was holding, they could vaguely make out that she looked like Chen Donghua, and finally believed that the beautiful woman in front of them was Chen Donghua.

"Village Chief Uncle, clan elders Uncle, thank you for your help," Chen Donghua said.

"No trouble at all, no trouble at all," the respected elders replied with smiles.

"Then you two sit down for a while. We'll go through the ceremony, and when we come back, Xiaojun will come over and have a couple of drinks with you," Chen Donghua said with a smile.

Then, leading his children, and guided by the Taoist priest of Hongguang Temple, he began the ritual of entering the fire.

They first arrived at a small ancestral hall next to the main hall. Although the ancestral hall was not large, it appeared exceptionally solemn and dignified. Inside, only the memorial tablet of Ruan Dongping, the biological father of Ruan Xiaojun and his family, was enshrined. The offering table in front of the tablet was filled with various offerings and incense.

Under Chen Donglan's meticulous care, a sumptuous meal, fresh fruit, and exquisite pastries were laid out before the memorial tablet. Chen Donglan led her children to respectfully offer incense and then kowtow devoutly. Afterward, the Taoist priest began chanting scriptures, the melodious and solemn voice echoing throughout the ancestral hall.

Ruan Mumu stood quietly to the side. She couldn't understand the meaning of the scriptures, but from the Taoist priest's solemn expression and rhythmic tone, she could sense a sacred atmosphere. She guessed that the scriptures were probably a remembrance and praise of deceased relatives, as well as a prayer for the protection and blessings of ancestors.

The chanting lasted about fifteen minutes before finally ending. Everyone rose and left the ancestral hall. Next, they were to head to the kitchen for the most important part of the day—the worship of the Kitchen God.

The group entered the kitchen, which was filled with the aroma of cooking. Chen Donghua lit more than a dozen incense sticks and carefully distributed them to Ruan Mumu and her siblings. The group bowed three times towards the stove and then placed the incense sticks in the altar in front of the stove.

Chen Donglan picked up a plate of popped rice made from fried rice, with a few copper coins and two red silk ropes inside, and walked straight toward the Taoist priest.

The Taoist priest took the plate and began to chant a passage from the Book of Songs. His voice was melodious and gentle, full of ancient charm. As he sang, he grabbed a handful of puffed rice and gently sprinkled it into the kitchen, as an offering to the Kitchen God to bless the family with prosperity and longevity.

Once the formalities are complete, all that's left is to eat and drink.

"Master, you've worked hard." Chen Donghua bowed to the Master and then handed him a piece of silver, about two taels.

The Taoist priest opened the cloth bag and let Chen Donghua put it in. Chen Donglan then quickly filled the bag with three bowls of rice and poured them into the bag.

"Thank you, benefactor." The Taoist priest bowed to Chen Donghua and the others like a monk before taking his leave.

"Xiaojun, go to the main hall and have a couple of drinks with the village chief and the elders. Treat them well, otherwise, with their help, we wouldn't be living such a good life today! But remember to drink less," Chen Donghua instructed her eldest son.

Ruan Xiaojun nodded and left the kitchen for the main hall.

"Mom, I'll go help them cook outside," Ruan Xiaohai volunteered, and then walked away.

"Mother, my third brother and I are going to prepare some drinks." After saying that, Ruan Mumu pulled Qiao Tinghao away.

"Sister, let's go! Let's go to the side hall and greet the female guests," Chen Donglan said.

Just as the two sisters reached the entrance of the side hall, a hurried shout came from afar: "Auntie, Auntie, Grandma's family is here! Hurry up and go to the front gate to check!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a boy ran up to Chen Donghua and her sister, panting, and then said to Chen Donglan's hand, "Mom, Grandpa and Grandma have come too."

Chen Donghua and Chen Donglan exchanged a glance, also confused about the situation. They had been married into this village for many years, and none of their family members had ever visited them. It was such a coincidence that they had come today. Who would believe there was nothing wrong with it?

"Let's go!" Chen Donghua patted her sister's hand, and the two walked towards the front door together.

While Chen Donghua wasn't looking, Chen Donglan quietly told Ruan Xiaoguan to go find Ruan Mumu at the main gate. Chen Donglan felt that with Ruan Mumu there, there might be a way to solve the problem.

Ruan Xiaoguan ran off in a flash. Based on the direction Chen Donglan pointed out, Ruan Xiaoguan guessed that Ruan Mumu should be inside the house at this moment, so he ran into the backyard.

"Sister Mumu, are you there?" Ruan Xiaoguan called out as she ran.

Ruan Mumu and Qiao Tinghao, who were pouring fresh orange juice into a jar, heard the noise and quickly came out of the main room.

"Xiao Guan, what's wrong? What happened?" Ruan Mumu asked hurriedly when she saw Ruan Xiao Guan running out of breath.

"Sister Mumu, hurry, your maternal grandparents' family has arrived at the gate. My mother told me to come and call you right away because she's worried that your aunt won't be able to handle it." Ruan Xiaoguan explained the situation, panting.

Ruan Mumu handed him a bottle of pure milk, inserted the straw for him, and told him to hide the box after he finished drinking so that no one else could see it. Then she pulled Qiao Tinghao and hurriedly headed towards the front door.

In Ruan Mumu's vague memory, her maternal grandmother's family had never visited Jinwan Village. This was why Zhang's wife dared to bully Chen Donghua so openly all these years. Without her maternal family's support, her husband's family could bully her at will.

"Girl, are those grandma's family here to cause trouble?" Qiao Tinghao deduced from Ruan Xiaoguan's few words that those so-called grandma's family were definitely not good people.

"I think so. Let's hurry! Knowing Mom's temperament, she'll get bullied later." Ruan Mumu ran outside, and Qiao Tinghao ran after her.

When the two arrived at the gate, it was already surrounded by villagers, all of whom had come to eat the feast and help out.

"Just talk, why do you want to hit someone?" At this moment, Dr. Liu pulled Chen Donghua behind him, separating her from the people from her family.

When Ruan Mumu and Qiao Tinghao pushed through the crowd to get in front of Chen Donghua, one sleeve of Chen Donghua's new dress was torn.

"Mom, are you alright?" Ruan Mumu anxiously checked Chen Donghua's entire body. Apart from the torn sleeves and dust on the back of her skirt, it was clear that she had been pushed over.

Seeing the situation, Ruan Mumu was immediately enraged. She looked coldly at the family she remembered and said in a deep voice, "Mother, who pushed you?"

Ruan Mumu's voice startled the person on the other end for a moment, and then a fierce-looking middle-aged woman roared, "You brat, what business is it of yours to meddle in your elders' affairs?"

Ruan Mumu didn't care who she was. She stepped forward and slapped the middle-aged woman across the face, coldly saying, "This is my home. Someone has come to bully my family. I don't care if you're an elder or not."

When the woman felt the burning sting of the slap on her face, she finally believed that someone had actually dared to hit her. In all these years, no one had ever dared to be so disrespectful to her. At that moment, she immediately resorted to her ultimate tactic: throwing a tantrum. She plopped down on the ground, slapping her thigh and crying out, "Someone hit me! Someone hit me! My niece actually hit her aunt! Everyone, come and judge this!"

The middle-aged man standing nearby realized that Ruan Mumu had hit his wife, and reached out to hit Ruan Mumu in the face.

In the blink of an eye, Qiao Tinghao acted swiftly, grabbing the man's hand and squeezing it hard, causing the man to let out a "howl".

"If you dare to lay a hand on me again, you'll lose your hand," Qiao Tinghao warned menacingly.

Seeing this, two elderly people in the distance said in trembling voices, "We all say that we should talk things out, but she is your sister and she just won't listen."

"Shut up!" the middle-aged man roared again.

"Shut up! You come to my doorstep to cause trouble. Do you think no one dares to touch you?" Qiao Tinghao warned again.