Reasons

“A burden? Yuan Lili, you must be joking,” Grandma Yu scoffed. How could Momo’s child possibly be a burden? The interstellar alliance provided ample nutritional supplements, more than enough to raise a child comfortably. The idea was ridiculous.

Grandma Yu reflected on Momo’s past, recalling how Yuan Lili had heartlessly withheld those supplements meant for her granddaughter. Momo had always looked malnourished, and it wasn’t until the incident of the stolen supplements that the truth came to light. Yuan Lili’s actions were infuriating.

In the interstellar community, children were highly valued. Who wouldn’t want a child in this universe? The notion of a child being a burden was absurd.

“Mom, you can’t stop Momo from getting married, right?” Yuan Lili tried to change tactics, attempting to manipulate her mother-in-law into marrying off Ye Mo.

“I wouldn’t stop Momo from marrying, but it has to be her choice. Don’t pretend to care about her when all you want is control. I know exactly what kind of person you are. And as for Feng Qi, if he’s really awake, tell him to stay away from us. Momo and I don’t need him anymore.” Grandma Yu, who had never liked Yuan Lili, let her sharp tongue loose now that she knew her son was safe.

Unbeknownst to Grandma Yu, Yuan Lili had lied—Feng Qi was still unconscious.

“Mom, I’m serious about finding Momo a good future. My brother is unmarried, has no children, owns property and a spaceship, and earns a decent living. Momo could have a great life with him!” Yuan Lili exaggerated shamelessly.

“Yuan Lili, get out of my sight. Momo would never marry someone who was as fat as a pig, as old as her father, and who is still living on the minimum living allowance. She’s beautiful enough to marry a prince. If you’re so concerned, why not marry Yu He to him instead?” Grandma Yu retorted.

“Mom, that’s Xiao He’s uncle!” Yuan Lili fumed, appalled at the suggestion.

“This is the interstellar era; we don’t have outdated rules about uncles and nieces. But keep your schemes away from my Momo. If you don’t, you’ll regret it!” Grandma Yu’s words were sharp and unwavering.

After hanging up, Grandma Yu resumed her usual demeanor. Ye Mo, sitting quietly, couldn’t help but reflect. Grandma Yu was often reasonable, but when it came to her son, her judgment wavered. Ye Mo knew she couldn’t expect too much. Nonetheless, Ye Mo was a little sad about Grandma Yu’s indecisive attitude, where she did not care about the outcome of her decision. But when it comes to disappointment, she is not too disappointed. After all, she was still grateful to Grandma Yu and Aunt Yu for their help. Except that she was not too invested in it emotionally.

Excusing herself, Ye Mo went to her room and checked her trade shop messages. There were countless requests for level 6 fruits. She decided to start a live stream, showing only an apple on a plate without revealing her face. The stream was titled “Level 6 Fruit,” and it quickly gained attention, including from General Mo.

“Master, why are you streaming today?”

“Master, is that really a level 6 fruit? How will you sell it?”

“Master, what’s the experiment this time?”

“Master, I adore you! Do you need help? I don’t ask for too much. Just one level 8 fruit a month is enough. I can handle everything. I just want to help you!”

“Master, I just need to stay by your side. I’ll take care of your food, okay? One level 8 fruit a month. If you don’t have it, level 9 will do.”

Ye Mo finally spoke, “I’m showcasing this level 6 fruit today to conduct a live experiment with two fans. Thank you for supporting my shop. I’ll randomly select two of the most active viewers.”

She picked a young woman and a middle-aged man, instructing them to test their genetic health before mailing them the apples. They were average citizens, proving they weren’t part of any setup. Both had genetic health levels around ten points, and their fertility potential was intact (which means they have more than 1 point instead of zero point). After consuming the apples, their health levels increased by eight points—the woman’s went from sixteen to twenty-four, and the man’s from eighteen to twenty-six.

Both were moved to tears. If their health had declined further, they would have faced severe consequences, as their families couldn’t afford the expensive genetic repair treatments at hospitals. The best cabins could only improve health by one point per year, and the required nutritional liquids were exorbitantly priced. A single sixth-grade fruit achieving an eight-point boost was miraculous. Soon, offers flooded in, reaching five million credits per fruit.

As bids climbed, Ye Mo remarked, “Remember, there’s still the level 5 fruits. Are you sure you want to spend all your money on level 6 fruits?”

But no one withdrew their bids. Ye Mo sold fifty batches to General Mo at thirty million credits per batch, and the rest to those offering five million per piece. She had no hesitation in accepting the money.

Ye Mo announced, “Fruits below level 6 won’t be available anymore (which means no more level 6-10 fruits). The store will often sell level 5 fruits. Level 5 fruits, which provide a ten-point health boost, will be priced at eight million credits each.”

She listed the level 5 fruits in her trade shop at eight million credits per piece, knowing they would sell out quickly.

(End of Chapter)

(I don’t know why the scene of Grandma Yu changes from meeting Yuan Lili face to face to talking to Yuan Lili online 😅)