After transmigrating, I became a stepmother.

What do you mean she's always forgetting things? It's to calm her restless nature down, otherwise how could she sit down and learn something quietly?

Alas, it's her fault. She was over thirty when she had this daughter. Not only did she and her husband dote on her like a precious jewel, but even Lan'er's brother and sister-in-law, who were ten years older than her, loved her dearly. Before she knew it, she had developed such a lively and unruly personality.

And what happened? This brat is badmouthing her outside! It's infuriating!

"Huff~" Madam He took a deep breath, struggling to maintain her swaying figure. After all, she was a well-educated and refined young lady from a prestigious family!

Unfortunately, her nemesis had no intention of letting her have her way.

“I’m not lying! Mother, lying is wrong. We should humbly admit our shortcomings. No one is perfect. As long as we sincerely correct our mistakes, we are good children!” He Xinlan’s words were like a sharp dagger, adding another cruel blow to Madam He’s already wounded heart.

Mrs. Ho said she was really tired! She didn't want to explain anymore, whatever!

Madam Zhang, who had previously thought Madam He was lucky to have raised such an interesting daughter, was now beaming from ear to ear. This child was just too amusing! Look at Madam He's face, it was practically as black as the bottom of a pot!

Not only Madam Zhang, but everyone else was laughing uncontrollably. Only little He Xinlan looked puzzled as she watched everyone laughing. She scratched her head, wondering what everyone was laughing about. However, since everyone was laughing, it must be something good, so she slowly put on a bright smile.

Madam Zhang looked at the little girl, who, though she didn't know why, still stayed with everyone, and she couldn't help but feel utterly fond of her. She affectionately took Madam He's hand: "No, I really like this child. How about I make her my goddaughter?"

"This..." Madam He hesitated for a moment, seeing that the other party didn't seem to be joking.

Logically speaking, for a merchant family like hers to be able to marry into the family of the County Magistrate's wife is a stroke of good fortune. However, since it concerns her daughter's future, and the character of this adoptive mother will directly affect how the marriage is arranged, Madam He was unsure whether she should agree.

“We are deeply honored by your kindness, Madam, but this matter is of great importance. May I go back and discuss it with my family?” Madam He asked tentatively.

"That's only right, I should go back and make some preparations too!" Madam Zhang naturally knew that this was no small matter. While she genuinely loved He Xinlan, she hadn't acted without careful consideration.

Although the He family is not considered a wealthy family in Qingyuan County, their influence is not to be underestimated. What is even more remarkable is that the He family's business has always had an excellent reputation, and they are honest and trustworthy to all, young and old. Being on good terms with such a family would be beneficial to the master's career.

"Yes, then I'll discuss it with my family when I get back." Mrs. He's smile became even more genuine.

"No rush, there's another matter," Madam Zhang said with a smile.

Madam He was taken aback. Was he going to back out? She subconsciously asked, "What is it that you mean, Madam?"

“We’re having such a lively discussion here, we should at least ask the children!” Mrs. Zhang replied with a smile to reassure them.

"Of course, of course." Madam He secretly breathed a sigh of relief. She had originally planned to ask when she got home, but since Madam Zhang was so impatient, she decided to let her have her way.