Eavesdropping on Fu Bao's inner thoughts, emptying the stored grain and fleeing the famine

Seeing that her mother and son were settled, Lian Rongrong walked up to Qi Liushi.

Because of some past experiences, Qi Liu instinctively took two steps back when she saw Lian Rongrong approaching.

To everyone's surprise, Lian Rongrong bowed very politely.

“Madam Qi, although Qi Wangsheng and I have divorced, you are my elder and I should respect you.”

"Although Qi Wangsheng went so far as to smear me for the sake of his pregnant mistress, and even bribed the midwife to try to kill me, I believe that Old Madam Qi was completely unaware of the truth."

At this moment, a large crowd had gathered in front of the Qi residence, and Lian Rongrong's words were like a thunderclap among them.

"What? Qi Erlang divorced his wife as soon as he got home? And he even brought back a pregnant mistress?"

"Men are all the same, not a single one of them is any good!"

"He even wanted to kill his wife and his own children? That's utterly depraved!"

The whispers of the common people reached the ears of the Qi family, and Qi Wangsheng and Meng Yuyan, who were unaware of the situation, also came out of the mansion.

"Look! That's the shameless mistress, isn't it?"

The onlookers began to point and whisper about Meng Yuyan.

"This girl is far less attractive than the eldest daughter of the Lian family. Is Qi Wangsheng blind?"

"Don't listen to this slut's nonsense! She's the one who seduced some other man and gave birth to this bastard child, and now she's trying to play the victim!"

"That old woman is shameless. Just a few days ago, she came to my place with the young mistress to buy things for the unborn little master. And now, she doesn't even recognize her grandson."

"That's because I didn't know this slut was having an affair!" Qi Liushi, unable to silence the gossip, shouted anxiously.

"What makes you say that, Madam Qi? Since my wedding, I have rarely left the mansion. When I do go out, it is always with my aunt."

"Could it be that my aunt helped me have an affair? Besides, I gave birth today, and according to the timing, the child was conceived on my wedding day."

"Qi Wangsheng insists that we did not consummate our marriage. Then I must ask, how could an outsider enter the bridal chamber at a wedding in the Qi family? And where was Qi Wangsheng?"

Lian Rongrong pressed closer and closer, while Qi Liushi retreated repeatedly. This scene, witnessed by the onlookers, made them feel even more strongly that the Qi family was in the wrong.

Inside the carriage, Lin Yuechu listened to the commotion outside and smiled at Lian's mother:

"Mother-in-law, you can rest assured, my younger sister is not someone who can be easily manipulated!"

Mother Lian was relieved and nodded slightly. "It is only right for a daughter of the Lian family to do this."

Outside the carriage, Qi Liushi was still making a scene. Lian Rongrong taking away all the grain and money was tantamount to taking away Qi Liushi's life.

"Lian Rongrong, you're a divorced woman now. If you know what's good for you, hurry up and hand over all the grain and money. Otherwise, don't blame me for being impolite!"

Qi Liu stopped arguing with the onlookers and turned to look at Lian Rongrong.

Unexpectedly, Lian Rongrong simply smiled calmly, spread her hands, and spun around in place.

"Where do you think I could hide money and food, Madam Qi? Everyone saw me go out just now, but did they see me carrying anything?"

"Madam Qi, Qi Wangsheng's monthly allowance has only been ten taels over the years."

"The Qi family has grown from a humble household to the grand mansion it is today. Besides the achievements made by my eldest uncle, a significant portion of that success was made possible by my dowry."

"Every flower, every blade of grass, every bowl of porridge, and every meal in the Qi family mansion—what hasn't benefited from the Lian family's influence?"

"Don't say I didn't bring anything. Even if I did, what's wrong with that?"

Lian Rongrong's words immediately drew condemnation from the onlookers towards Qi Wangsheng and his mother.

"The Qi family has gone too far. How can they be so aggressive?"

"Who says otherwise? Qi Wangsheng is a freeloader and yet he's so ungrateful."

"I think he's gotten too cocky after making this contribution!"

"Even if such a person achieves military merit, there is nothing to praise about him."

"If you ask me, I'd say that Qi Jia Dalang is just trying to embellish his reputation!"

Seeing that the situation was not right, Meng Yuyan quickly stepped forward and pulled Qi Liushi back.

"Now is not the time to settle scores; Wang Sheng's reputation is more important!"

Although Lady Qi was still unwilling, she eventually forced herself to endure it when Meng Yuyan mentioned her son's reputation.

Lian Rongrong boarded the carriage and returned to the General's Mansion with her mother and sister-in-law.

When the three returned to the mansion, Lian Jinghuai and his two sons had not yet returned home.

“Little sister, your father-in-law and elder brother haven’t returned yet. We can’t let this matter go. When they return, we must demand justice from the Qi family.”

My aunt was such a kind person; it's just a pity she died so young.

The moment the little guy in her arms spoke, Lian Rongrong's expression changed instantly. She looked down at her son, but for a moment she didn't dare to speak.

But the little guy seemed to be able to see through Lian Rongrong's feelings.

"Mother, don't worry. I almost died in childbirth, but I'm alive and well now. Your survival might just be the beginning of a change in your destiny."

Lian Rongrong stared intently at the baby in her arms. A woman's intuition told her that this little guy was definitely not simple.

"Rongrong, you just gave birth and then went through all this, you must be exhausted. You don't need to worry about anything else, now that you're back, just rest well. Chuntao, Qiuju, quickly help Miss back to her room to rest."

Even though Lian's mother was in extremely poor health, she was still most concerned about Lian Rongrong.

Just then, Rongrong also needed an opportunity to spend time alone with her child; she needed to figure out exactly what the situation was.

Lian Rongrong carried the child back to the room and dismissed Chun Tao and Qiu Ju.

Although Chun Tao had entered the space ring with Lian Rongrong, she was unaware of Lian Rongrong's transmigration. To be on the safe side, the secret of her background could not be revealed to Chun Tao for the time being.

Only Lian Rongrong and her child remained in the room. Lian Rongrong placed the child on the bed and watched the little guy waving his arms and babbling. The softest part of Lian Rongrong's heart was gently touched.

Having been betrayed in both her lifetimes of having children, Lian Rongrong's heart was already riddled with holes.

She hadn't felt anything when she was fighting with the Qi family, but now that she was suddenly safe, Lian Rongrong felt a lump in her throat and tears welled up in her eyes.

Why is Mother crying? Mother, don't cry.

The little one stretched out his chubby little arms, babbling and comforting Lian Rongrong. This kind of warmth is something only a mother can truly understand.

Lian Rongrong wiped away her tears, walked to the bedside, and held the child in her arms.

"Don't cry, Mommy. Mommy hasn't named you yet. Let Mommy think about it. You little one have brought Mommy good luck and blessings, so how about we call you Fu Bao?"

【Hello Fu Bao, I like Fu Bao.】

Fu Bao kicked his little feet back and forth, seemingly expressing his joy.

"Fu Bao, your mother is asking you, are you..."

Yes, Fu Bao was reborn. So was her mother, right?

"I……"

Lian Rongrong hesitated. She didn't even know if she could be considered reborn. She had the same name and appearance as the original Lian Rong, and the two seemed to have a close relationship.