Inside the house, Huo Bing breathed a sigh of relief when she heard her daughter say that her sister-in-law had eaten the poached egg.

In the past, she always ate the worst and used the worst things in the household.

She had nothing to show gratitude toward her husband’s younger sister.

Today, she had finally managed to eat something good, and the fact that her sister-in-law didn’t mind was already a great relief.

Seeing that her sister-in-law had gone to forage for wild vegetables, she wanted to go too.

But under the current circumstances, she couldn’t.

It wasn’t because she was in confinement after childbirth.

In the village, some women did observe postpartum confinement, but only if they had good mothers-in-law or if they had given birth to a son.

Giving birth to a daughter?

They could forget about it—especially since she had given birth to two daughters in a row.

She was treated like a sinner in her own home.

Her mother-in-law disliked her, and her husband did not protect her.

What would become of her and her two daughters in the future…?

As Huo Bing was drowning in despair, she suddenly looked up and saw her mother-in-law entering the house.

Startled, she quickly stood up and cautiously asked, “Mother-in-law, is there something you need me to do?”

Her younger brother-in-law had gone to catch fish, her sister-in-law was out foraging, and her husband had yet to return from fetching the doctor.

She was the only one left to do chores.

Ever since she had given birth to daughters, her mother-in-law had never stepped foot in her room. Now that she was here, there must be something she wanted her to do.

Meanwhile, Shen Qing, who had eaten her fill and regained her strength, finally registered that her eldest daughter-in-law had been calling her “mother-in-law” instead of “mother.”

That sounded strange. Wasn’t a daughter-in-law supposed to call her husband’s mother “mother,” just like their own sons did?

Especially since Huo Bing was a child bride, having come to the Jiang family at the age of ten.

Oh, right—Shen Qing suddenly remembered.

The original owner of this body had insisted that Huo Bing, being a mere purchased bride, was unworthy of calling her “mother.” So, Huo Bing had been forced to call her “mother-in-law” instead.

Even a simple form of address had to be categorized into ranks, forcibly dividing the family instead of uniting it.

No wonder the household had been falling apart.

Casually, Shen Qing said, “You gave me two wonderful granddaughters. We’re family. From now on, just call me ‘Mother,’ like Xiangdong and the others do.”

Huo Bing’s eyes widened as she looked at her mother-in-law.

Her lips parted slightly, and her tall frame trembled with excitement.

Was her mother-in-law not being sarcastic?

Having daughters could still make them a family? Granddaughters could actually be considered “good”?

Before, no—her mother-in-law had changed. She shouldn’t doubt her words!

“Ah—alright, Mother.”

Her mother-in-law had accepted her!

Shen Qing didn’t realize how much her casual words had shaken her eldest daughter-in-law.

As she looked at the woman standing in front of her with her head bowed, she suddenly noticed something—

Her daughter-in-law was tall!

Whoa!

At least 177 cm! That was considered tall even in modern China.

Let alone in this place, where most people were short—Huo Bing was probably taller than her husband, Jiang Xiangdong!

No, there was no “probably” about it—Jiang Xiangdong was definitely shorter than her!

And compared to her “mother-in-law,” Huo Bing was more than a full head taller.

Shen Qing had to look up at her.

Not only was Huo Bing tall, but she was also sturdy.

Years of hard labor had left her with not an ounce of fat, only lean, powerful muscles.

Shen Qing suddenly felt a deep sense of security.

Huo Bing was diligent, fiercely protective of her family and children, and physically strong.

If she took good care of her body, she could definitely intimidate any troublemakers during their journey as refugees!

As for her eldest son, Jiang Xiangdong… Well, he could focus on taking care of the children for now.

If he managed things at home well, then Huo Bing wouldn’t have any distractions.

As a father, Jiang Xiangdong needed to be involved in raising his daughters.

If he continued to neglect them because of his mother’s past words, how could he possibly stand up for them when they married in the future?

He’d probably take his in-laws’ side and blame his daughters instead!

Shen Qing made up her mind with satisfaction, then remembered the reason she had come to find Huo Bing.

She controlled all the household finances, and once the doctor arrived, they would need money for the consultation and medicine.

She had to prepare in advance.

There wasn’t much silver left in the house, but no matter how much they had to save, medical expenses couldn’t be neglected.

Especially in a place where medical resources were scarce—a simple cold could take a life. It had to be taken seriously.

She gestured for Huo Bing to come closer.

Huo Bing took a step forward.

Shen Qing handed her a small piece of silver and thirty copper coins, instructing, “Keep this money with you. Once the doctor arrives, you can use it for the consultation fee. If there’s any left over, you keep it. If it’s not enough, come to me.”

Huo Bing froze.

She was now absolutely certain—her mother-in-law had truly changed!

Not only had she shared eggs with her and Xiao Hua, but she had also sent her once-spoiled sons to run errands and cook.

She had even taken the initiative to call a doctor for Xiao Hua and was now entrusting her with money.

This was real.

It was like her mother-in-law was a completely different person.

But whether it was the guidance of a benevolent deity in her dreams or something else—it didn’t matter.

What mattered was that she would recognize and follow this person wholeheartedly!

Thud!

She dropped to her knees, pulling her eldest daughter down with her. Her voice trembled with emotion but was firm, “Mother! From now on, you are my sky. You are more important than my husband—no, more important than my life!”

What was a husband?

The kindness her mother-in-law had shown today was a thousand times more significant than her husband had ever been!

She added, “Xiao Hua, you must always listen to your grandmother. She comes before your mother, your father, and anyone else!”

From now on, her mother-in-law was her world—her daughters’ world!

Xiao Hua didn’t fully understand what her mother meant, but she knew that her grandmother had given her food and had called a doctor for her.

Her grandmother was good!

Better than her father. Better than her mother.

And since her mother said that Grandmother came first, then she did!

She nodded eagerly, her little voice soft and sweet. “Mhm! Xiao Hua will always listen to Grandma. I’ll give Grandma the best food first!”

Shen Qing had never been kneeled to before, let alone so solemnly.

Eating two eggs, seeing a doctor when sick—these were the most basic things in modern China.

But to these two, who had been oppressed for so long, receiving just this little bit of kindness made them willing to give her their lives.

She panicked and quickly bent down to help them up.

Just then, a notification sounded in her mind.

Ding!

“The ‘Good Deeds Reward’ store is now open. You have been granted access to the medicine and food categories for free.”

“Detected: 23 pounds of premium dried fish. Selling price: 18 yuan per pound. Would you like to sell?”

Shen Qing was stunned.

Wait—was this a transmigration perk?

But why was it unlocking at this exact moment?

Meanwhile, Huo Bing earnestly said, “Mother, I—please, you should keep the money! I know you truly want Xiao Hua to get better.”

Shen Qing suddenly realized—this wasn’t just about doing good deeds.

It was about doing the right thing for the right people—and having them genuinely appreciate it.

She suppressed her excitement, firmly placed the silver in Huo Bing’s hands, and then hurriedly ran off to check the mysterious store.

To Huo Bing, it just looked like her mother-in-law was afraid she’d return the money.

Her heart grew even warmer.

She clenched the silver tightly in her hands, her resolve even stronger—

From now on, her mother-in-law was her everything!