After transmigrating, I became a stepmother.

Lin Hao thought that, judging from Fu Cui and Liu Dan's identities, they couldn't possibly be Lin Shu's people, the original owner's older sister. They were more likely to be the old lady's or Gu Liunian's people, so she wasn't afraid.

"Fu Cui, I want to know some things about my sister. Tell me everything you know, especially about Yu Ge'er," Lin Hao said directly, her tone more casual than before.

Seeing Lin Hao's serious expression, Fu Cui realized that what she was about to say seemed very important, and she couldn't help but take it seriously as well.

Furthermore, based on her observations, the lady was a kind and gentle person, devoted to the young master, but her attitude towards her own family was rather indifferent, even cold. She couldn't help but hope that the lady would see the Lin family for who they truly were and instead side with the Gu family, so she decided to tell the truth.

“This servant remembers that the late Madam entered the family five years ago. The first time I saw her was on the second day of her marriage when she came to pay her respects to the old lady. It was the first time I had ever seen such a beautiful person.” At this point, Fu Cui paused and looked at Lin Hao’s expression.

Lin Haoyi knew what she was thinking from her eyes, and couldn't help but laugh. She waved her hand and said nonchalantly, "Go on, I've known since I was little that she's prettier than me, and I won't get angry about it."

Seeing that she really didn't care, Fu Cui continued, "The late Madam was married into the family for three years and she and the master treated each other with respect and harmony. She was also very respectful to the old Madam, paying her respects morning and evening without fail."

"The only drawback is that they have never had any children. Although the old lady is a little anxious, she has never shown it to the late lady. Instead, she advises the late lady not to worry, saying that she will naturally have children as she gets older."

Hearing this, Lin Hao couldn't help but sigh. In such a feudal society, being married for three years without having children, yet not being pressured by her mother-in-law, Lin Shu was quite lucky to have such an understanding mother-in-law!

It's important to know that countless women suffered from being disliked by their husbands' families, and some were even divorced, because of this. Little did they know that women in ancient times married very young, and it was perfectly normal for them not to be able to conceive.

"But the late Madam herself was very anxious. I heard that she sought medical treatment everywhere and even asked her family to find folk remedies for conceiving a son. Finally, she became pregnant with the young master. But ever since she became pregnant with the young master, the late Madam's health has deteriorated day by day. She saw many doctors, all of whom said that the medicine had ruined her health and that she was overthinking, so it would be difficult for her to recover."

"Even after the young master was born, his health wasn't very good. It took the old lady a long time to take good care of him before he recovered!" Fu Cui's tone couldn't help but carry a hint of complaint as she said this!

"The old lady wanted to take over the management of the household so that the late lady could recuperate properly, but the late lady declined all offers. Seeing this, the old lady didn't want to force her, fearing that the late lady would think she was trying to seize power."

As expected! Perhaps Lin Shu's ability to conceive wasn't due to any effective folk remedy, but rather because she was of the right age. Unfortunately, most of those folk remedies for conceiving are potent and harmful, damaging her body long ago.

Alas! Feudal superstition is deadly! Even in this state, she still won't rest and recuperate properly, instead clinging tightly to power. What's the point? Isn't this a classic case of having the life to earn but not the life to enjoy?

Thinking of this, Lin Hao couldn't help but shake his head. This person really couldn't see things clearly and couldn't distinguish between what was important and what was urgent!

"In less than two years, the late Madam's health completely collapsed. Before she passed away, fearing that the master's second wife would not treat the young master well, she begged the old madam and the master to let you marry her."

"At first, the old lady and the master disagreed, but they couldn't resist the late lady's pleading and even kneeling down. They also called on the old lady Lin to act as a mediator. In the end, even the master Lin came along."

"With the marriage arranged, the late Madam, who had been holding on so tightly, finally couldn't bear it any longer. She took one last look at the young master and passed away that very day." As she said this, Fu Cui's eyes reddened, probably because of Lin Shu's loving motherly heart.

Lin Hao was at a loss for words. Lin Shu—you could say she was bad, she truly poured her heart and soul into her child; but you could also say she was good, she never seemed to consider asking her sister if she was willing. Human nature is indeed complex!

"Later, Madam Lin said that the young master couldn't be left unattended. After the funeral of the late Madam, we should welcome you into the family. There was no need for a grand ceremony; since it was an emergency, everything should be kept simple. The old lady disagreed and insisted on doing it according to the late Madam's standards. So the matter was at a standstill."

Lin Hao thought the old lady was truly a wise woman. Having the Lin family decide on the remarriage candidate made it clear to others that the Gu family was doing well, showing their concern for the young master and Lin Shu. If the Lin family had been allowed to dictate the marriage arrangements, it would have been seen as the Gu family being inferior to the Lin family, and where would that leave the Gu family's reputation?

"In the end, Madam Lin couldn't persuade the old lady, and the master also said that the marriage was a matter of face for the Gu family and could not be taken lightly. So she had to compromise, but still insisted that if the Lin family couldn't provide that much dowry, she wouldn't care."

Hearing this, Lin Hao's impression of her mother worsened even more. She really seemed to be constantly trying to take a disservice to the original owner of this body! It was truly unfortunate for the original owner to have such a stepmother.

Judging from the time of Lin Shu's death, the little boy was probably too young to remember anything at that time. Judging from his behavior, he seemed to completely consider her his biological mother. Thinking this, Lin Hao asked, "So, Yu-ge'er doesn't know he has a biological mother?"

Hearing Lin Hao's question, Fu Cui's face showed a strange expression. She hesitated for a moment before speaking: "This servant also finds it strange. It seems that the young master has never been very close to the late madam since he was a child. Sometimes, he would even cry uncontrollably if he got close to her. On the contrary, after you came, the young master became very attached to you."

Well, Lin Hao didn't expect to hear such an answer. Then she thought, a child wouldn't recognize anyone; perhaps Lin Shu's smell from years of medication disgusted the little one! She quickly stopped thinking about it.

"What about the master? Yu-ge'er isn't close to the late madam. What's his relationship with the master like?" Lin Hao was eager to know why the little bun was so eager for his parents to be with him.

“Master has been very busy these past few years, often leaving early and returning late. It’s only this year that things have gotten a little better,” Fu Cui replied.

Lin Hao understood. This was a typical case of a lack of fatherly love. It turned out that this problem existed not only in modern times but also in ancient times.

Looking at it this way, she really felt sorry for little Gu Yu.