After looking at his wife for a moment, Song Qingshan said, “I’ve never been biased, whether it’s Donghai or Xiling, I don’t favor them. But I think if you pursue a political career, you could really benefit the people.”

This man, Su Xiangwan thought, was he a worm in her stomach? How could he flatter her so smoothly?

What should she do, being a time traveler?

Looking at this simpleton, she almost wanted to unlock a hundred different ways to respond.

Strangely, she didn’t transmigrate as the heroine but instead into a supporting character, a rather inconspicuous one.

In the original book, Gu Nan was a hardworking, optimistic girl who rose from a cultural promoter in the village to the position of county mayor, and eventually provincial governor. Her career was smooth sailing all the way.

However, she was so focused on her career that she remained unmarried her whole life.

After transmigrating, Su Xiaonan was confused for several days.

Then, she formed a new hope: to marry the character she liked most in the book, Song Tingxiu.

Although Song Tingxiu had a bit of a temper, he was kind, simple, and filial—a rare good man.

However, in the original book, Song Tingxiu was secretly in love with Su Xiangwan’s younger sister, Su Xianghong.

So, knowing that Song Tingxiu would fall for Su Xianghong, Su Xiaonan decided to act decisively.

She framed Su Xianghong to tarnish her image in Song Tingxiu’s eyes and then used Song Erhua to introduce her, so she could marry Song Tingxiu.

Of course, being the daughter of a teacher, Gu Nan had many classmates and friends in the provincial capital, all of whom were either officials or of high status. These people had a great deal of influence, even in today’s terms.

Upon arriving in this world, she quickly realized that Su Xiangwan had also transmigrated.

After all, the original Su Xiangwan had been a character she created herself, and now, every word and action of the current Su Xiangwan was exactly like her cousin.

Cousin Su Xiangwan had always been better off than her—her family was more prosperous, her parents more capable, and she was better at her studies, made more money, and, most importantly, always managed to hide her sense of superiority well.

Since childhood, Su Xiaonan had worn Su Xiangwan’s hand-me-down clothes, shoes, and even backpacks. Although her parents had wanted to take things from Su Xiangwan’s family just to save money, Su Xiaonan never felt proud of this. On the contrary, she always felt humiliated when accepting these things.

She resented her parents for being poor and incompetent, and she hated the unfairness of being born into such a family, while Su Xiangwan’s family had so much more.

That’s why, in the book, she had written Su Xiangwan’s character so tragically, even going so far as to kill off the two brothers at the end, despite readers’ complaints.

Why? Because of her hatred—the hatred of her cousin’s undeniable superiority.

When their identities were swapped, and Su Xiaonan had a better family and background while Su Xiangwan had nothing and several burdens, Su Xiaonan’s psychology finally felt somewhat balanced.

“Chengze, do you remember what you’re supposed to do later?” After arriving at the Xinxing Township government, Su Xiaonan gently tugged at Li Chengze’s hand and asked him.

Li Chengze gritted his teeth and said, “I know.”

The first thing Su Xiaonan did after transmigrating was to find Li Chengze, who had just arrived in Qingshui County, and adopt him. Why?

Because he was the most intelligent and ruthless child in the entire book.

His biological father was a policeman who had long been stationed on the China-Myanmar border, maintaining border security.

He had taught this child many things, including picking locks and making explosives by hand.

He was skilled in everything from theft to fraud. It was said that while in Yunnan, he had forged remittance forms to scam over 200 yuan from a bank.

Adopting him, treating him well, and getting him to work for her made him an invaluable asset—a real golden finger, right?

So, Su Xiaonan brought her godson to the Xinxing Township government building.

Li Chengze thought back to the goose he had stolen the day before, and he guessed that Su Xiangwan had probably eaten it by now.

Well, a debt was a debt; he had already made amends with Su Xiangwan. He had done no wrong.

Since it was the weekend, Su Xiangwan had to take her two little ones along.

Song Qingshan had to work overtime, so after dropping Su Xiangwan off at the meeting, he went to the reservoir.

A few days ago, he bought a lot of fleece fabric from Song Erhua, and Su Xiangwan had made fleece vests for Gou Dan and Donkey Dan. It was simple to make, but once they wore them, they looked just like little soldiers in the movies.

Zhi Zhi was wearing a small dress that Su Xianghong had asked for from the city, and she had a small straw hat with a soft, fluffy panda on top.

The little girl, white and tender, loved to be held by anyone, and it felt so comforting to hold her.

Xiong Danma and Tao Hongwu were representatives of the villagers in Xiaosong Village, and they were both running for election.

They fought over who could hold little Zhi Zhi, since there were so few girls in the village, and everyone loved to hold her.

Once they entered the courtyard of the township government, the representatives from the other villages had already gathered.

Today, Song Erhua had specifically arranged for Su Xiaonan to meet Song Tingxiu after the meeting. So, Su Xiaonan had dressed up for the occasion, wearing the most precious shirt made of cool fabric, the most fashionable corduroy pants.

Gu Nan’s appearance was quite similar to that of Su Xiaonan in her previous life—plain and unremarkable. But she had a good family background, and now, it wasn’t about looking pretty, but about the shirt she wore. Just that cool shirt attracted a lot of attention.

As soon as Su Xiaonan entered the courtyard of the Xinxing Township government, she immediately became the center of attention.

“Cool fabric! That must be expensive,” some of the women whispered.

A young man gathered his courage and said, “This girl must come from a good family background. How else could she afford such a nice shirt?”

“She must be an intellectual. Why don’t you go after her?”

“I can’t. How could someone like me ever pursue such a beautiful girl?”

Hearing the whispering voices, Gu Xiaonan became even happier.

At that moment, she saw her cousin, Su Xiangwan, enter the courtyard of the township government.

The moment Su Xiaonan saw her cousin, Su Xiangwan, she nearly jumped up. She realized that her cousin was there alone with three kids, all dressed neatly and energetically.

Especially Song Xiling. Originally, he was someone who couldn’t be helped, like mud that couldn’t stick to the wall, but look at him now—wearing a little floral cloth jacket, his head held high, looking so lively and energetic. It was almost maddening.

Su Xiaonan felt a bit regretful. Since she adopted Li Chengze, she hadn’t bought him a single good piece of clothing. But seeing the cold, menacing look Li Chengze was giving Su Xiangwan, she said, “Kids should stay simple. Su Xiangwan is too indulgent, and she’ll spoil her children. Although I don’t give you much material support, I’ve always loved you spiritually, do you understand?”

Li Chengze actually said, “Godmother, I know you love me a lot, but I don’t like it when you make me steal from others.”

“I’ve told you before, Su Xiangwan and Song Qingshan are bad people, and they’ve always been using you. Everything I do is for your good, to prevent them from taking away your inheritance. Don’t you understand that?” Su Xiaonan said, as she tried to act affectionate, hugging the child like Su Xiangwan would.

Li Chengze gently pushed his godmother away, then stared from a distance at Su Xiangwan, who had just entered the venue, with a little girl on her shoulder.

The little girl looked adorable and soft, and she was staring at him as well.

However, the little one’s eyes were full of anger. After staring at him for a while, she suddenly puckered her lips and gave a soft hum, likely still muttering, “Bad brother.”

Li Chengze, still needing to act like a thief, didn’t dare look at Su Xiangwan or even meet Zhi Zhi’s gaze. He just clenched his lips tightly and stood silently by Su Xiaonan’s side.

As soon as Su Xiangwan entered the gate, she spotted Su Xiaonan.

This was the first time Su Xiangwan saw Gu Nan’s true face. How should she put it? From her appearance alone, she looked exactly like the previous Su Xiaonan.

Compared to her, she wasn’t too beautiful. Of course, she couldn’t even compare to Su Xianghong, which was why she harbored jealousy and framed Su Xianghong.

In the past life, Su Xiaonan had always been sneaky, like a thief.

In this life, being the daughter of a teacher, whether it was classmates, colleagues, or relatives, all held high positions, but it hadn’t cultivated her aura. She still seemed so vulgar.

“Now, I will announce the candidates for the cultural publicity officer,” said the township chief, Han Yuejin, passionately speaking on stage.

“Su Xiangwan, from Xiaosong Village, the village branch secretary. Everyone knows the situation in their village. This year, their village’s grain production has increased tenfold. Our provincial daily is planning to report this, so please welcome her.” After Han Yuejin paused, he added.

When Su Xiangwan stood up to accept the praise, Dog Dan quietly asked, “Mom, how does it feel? Are people praising you?”

“Feels good, really good.” Su Xiangwan replied.

Dog Dan clenched his fists and smiled mischievously, “I want to be an official too. One day, I’ll get praised by the people just like you.”

See? Like father, like son. Why does the mouse’s child only know how to dig holes? Because the big mouse always digs holes!

When parents are excellent, how can children not learn well by observing them?

“Gu Nan, the current women’s federation director of Hongqi Commune, is known for her writing skills. Whether it’s writing stories or arranging skits, she always makes it accessible, benefiting the community. Please welcome her,” Han Yuejin continued.

There were a few other candidates, but Su Xiangwan didn’t pay much attention.

She focused her gaze on Li Chengze, and saw that the little brat was also looking at her with discomfort.

After a while, he stood up and walked off, not knowing what he was up to.

Su Xiangwan quickly whispered to Gou Dan, “Song Xiling, see that kid in the front? I think he stole the township chief’s wallet. Go, and get that wallet back for me.”

“Mom, wouldn’t that make Song Xiling a criminal?” Gou Dan was frightened.

Su Xiangwan said, “Silly, you have to be flexible in life. I’ll explain to you later why you also need to steal. Okay?”

Gou Dan hesitated, then stood up and quietly followed Li Chengze.

Meanwhile, the township chief was still speaking, and Su Xiaonan stood up.

She didn’t look at anyone else, but walked straight towards Lu Dan, who was holding Zhi Zhi, walking back and forth under the shade of a big locust tree near the venue.

“Little boy, didn’t you steal the township chief’s wallet just now?” Su Xiaonan suddenly grabbed Lu Dan’s wrist and said.

Lu Dan was stunned, “No, I didn’t.”

Su Xiaonan was rummaging through his pants. “How could you not? I saw you steal the township chief’s wallet with my own eyes.”

“His mom’s running for election, and he’s stealing wallets. Oh, it’s so embarrassing for the elders.”

“I heard this kid’s father is still a regiment leader. How did they raise a child who would steal?”

At once, whispers erupted all around, and everyone was quietly gossiping.

Lu Dan, a straightforward kid, was embarrassed and red-faced as Su Xiaonan groped him. He couldn’t speak up.

However, Su Xiaonan had clearly made Li Chengze steal the wallet earlier and stuffed it into Donkey Dan’s pants.

Now that she couldn’t find the wallet, she grabbed the boy and kept pulling him, saying, “You clearly stole the township chief’s wallet, hand it over!”

Just then, someone’s hand grabbed hers. “Comrade Gu, I just want to ask, what are you doing, rummaging through my son’s pants?” It was Su Xiangwan. She had been sitting among the crowd, but now she had already come up behind Su Xiaonan.