Transmigration: Becoming the Wicked Stepmother of Four Children

Chapter 240 Let bygones be bygones

Lin Erzhu returned in the evening.

The oxcart was also carrying stones, two cents, and three cents.

With Da Ya, Er Ya, and the others.

The oxcart had just come to a stop

Shi Tou dashed off towards Lu Qingqing in a flash.

"Mother, mother,

The Master said, "Let a few of us take the exam for the young students."

Two cents and three cents are not to be underestimated either.

Stone ran after him.

Looking at the children's energetic appearance, Lu Qingqing

Overjoyed, I quickly knelt down to greet them.

"Really? That's wonderful."

But Stone, why did you go home early?

"Isn't the holiday in a few days?"

Er Mao quickly replied:

"Mother, the teacher told us..."

This year, the Emperor was in high spirits and added an additional imperial examination.

Whether it's taking the entrance exam for the lowest level of education or the exam for the highest level of education,

Or perhaps they're aiming for the top score in the imperial examinations; students are always very happy about that.

The Master told us to hurry home and prepare.

This is a rare opportunity.

Lu Qingqing stood up, her eyes full of smiles.

That would be wonderful.

Did your teacher mention a time for testing the young scholars?

Er Mao scratched his head, just about to answer...

Stone quickly interjected:

"mother,

The Master said the county examination would be held in mid-October, more than a month later.

The prefectural examination was held at the beginning of the eleventh month.

The provincial examination is in mid-February of next year.

Lu Qingqing nodded slightly.

He quickly calculated the time in his mind.

"A little over a month isn't a long time."

It's not a short time, so we need to plan it carefully.

This county-level examination is the first and most crucial hurdle.

You all need to lay a solid foundation.

"Mother, we understand."

"Then let's go review our lessons."

Stone carried two or three cents.

He said with a serious face.

Lu Qingqing nodded with a smile.

"My dear children, you are my good little darlings."

If you get tired, take a break.

Don't push yourself too hard.

She spoke with the air of a loving old mother.

The children obediently responded.

He then went into the house.

I began to concentrate on reviewing my lessons.

Lu Qingqing looked at Lin Erzhu walking over and asked:

"Second brother,"

Did you go and inquire about Qin Xiulian today?

What exactly happened?

Lin Erzhu looked like he wanted to say something but hesitated.

Then, with a mournful face, he said:

"Qingqing, I went into town today to inquire..."

We went to my cousin's house.

My cousin's brother is a real scoundrel.

He kicked me out and wouldn't let me into the house.

I wasn't satisfied, so I inquired around his neighborhood.

An old neighbor of his told me

My cousin recently took a concubine.

It was the money he got from selling his mother.

Later, my mother escaped and went to confront my cousin.

As a result, my cousin became furious.

He and his concubine beat his mother to death.

And my sister-in-law, I heard she died somehow too.

They just dumped them in a mass grave.

I wanted to verify the truth of the matter.

I went to a mass grave.

Lu Qingqing asked in surprise:

"Have you seen their bodies?"

Lin Erzhu shook his head, his eyes red.

I went there.

The bodies of my mother and sister-in-law were not found.

Lu Qingqing's heart sank, and her brows furrowed.

"This is unbelievable!"

Lin Erzhu continued:

"Later, I found out where my older brother lived."

My older brother called me a piece of trash.

They said I couldn't stand seeing him live a good life.

They also said that their mother was already dead.

From now on, we will have absolutely no relationship.

I asked him where his mother was buried, and he said...

He'd only talk if I gave him ten taels of silver.

He only spoke after I gave him the silver.

My mother is buried in the land next to the mass grave.

I went to the mass grave again.

Sure enough, there were two new grave mounds nearby.

My dear, I really don't have a mother anymore.

She's dead, she's really dead.

Suddenly, a loud crash was heard.

The sound of something falling to the ground came from the doorway.

The two turned to look.

It turned out that Lin Qingshan had just returned home.

Having overheard their conversation,

The hoe he was holding also accidentally fell down.

Lin Qingshan asked in disbelief:

"Second brother, who did you just say died?"

Lin Erzhu, his eyes red and his voice hoarse, said:

"Father, it's Mother... Mother was killed by my cousin and his gang."

My sister-in-law is dead too.

Lin Qingshan's face turned deathly pale instantly.

He swayed and almost lost his balance.

Lu Qingqing quickly stepped forward to support him.

"Father, please don't worry."

Lin Qingshan's lips trembled.

"How could... how could this happen?"

Second brother, have you... have you found out the truth?

What exactly happened?

Lin Erzhu suppressed his grief.

He recounted in detail his journey into the city to inquire.

Including the cousin taking a concubine,

The mother escaped back to argue, but was beaten to death.

And the eldest brother demanded money before revealing the location of their mother's burial site, among other things.

Lin Qingshan was so angry that he trembled all over after hearing this.

He shouted loudly:

Even if your mother isn't good...

She was also the mother of that unfilial son!

And your mother's cousin.

They're worse than pigs and dogs!

To commit such a heinous act

Their conscience has been eaten by dogs!

A complex look flashed in Lin Qingshan's eyes.

Then, as if a nerve had been touched,

He suddenly burst into laughter:

"Hahaha, karma's coming on!"

This is all Qin Xiulian's retribution.

Why not enjoy a good life?

Why abandon two filial children?

He insisted on protecting his good-for-nothing boss.

Well, now that's karma has caught up with them.

He got himself killed.

Hahaha, karma's coming on!

After saying this, Lin Qingshan swayed slightly.

His face grew increasingly pale.

Large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead.

Lin Erzhu looked at Lin Qingshan with concern.

"Dad, Dad, what's wrong? Don't scare me!"

Seeing this, Lu Qingqing quickly stepped forward to help Lin Qingshan.

He said anxiously:

"Dad, are you feeling unwell?"

Don't scare us!

"Second brother, quickly help Father into his room to rest."

I'll take Dad's pulse.

Lin Erzhu didn't say a word.

She carefully helped Lin Qingshan into the house.

Upon entering the room, she gently settled her father onto the bed.

Lu Qingqing quickly followed and sat down on the edge of the bed.

He quickly reached out to take Lin Qingshan's pulse.

Her brows were furrowed as she intently felt the pulse.

The room was so quiet that the only sound was the rapid breathing of everyone.

After a moment, Lu Qingqing breathed a slight sigh of relief and said:

"Second brother, Father is suffering from a sudden surge of anger."

In addition, excessive grief and anger led to poor blood circulation.

Fortunately, there was no serious harm.

Let Dad get some rest first.

I'll go brew some calming medicine; I'll feel better soon."

Lin Erzhu looked at Lu Qingqing gratefully.

"Qingqing, you've worked so hard."

Lu Qingqing stood up.

He gently patted Lin Erzhu's shoulder.

Then he turned and went to the kitchen.

Lin Erzhu looked at Lin Qingshan's somewhat pale face.

He said with concern:

"Father, don't think like that."

Your own health is the most important thing.

Lin Qingshan nodded weakly.

"Second son, I'm so sorry."

"I chose a mother like that for you."

Lin Erzhu said with red eyes:

"Father, this is not your fault."

Aren't we living a pretty good life now?

We need to look forward; the past is the past.

The son isn't upset, as long as his father is alright.

I'm content.

Tears welled up in Lin Qingshan's eyes.

Holding Lin Erzhu's hand with trembling hands, she said with emotion:

"Second son, you've always been sensible since you were little."

Father saw it all.

You're right.

From now on, let's just live our own lives well.

Your mother is gone now.

Let's not dwell on the awkwardness from before.

Let's look to the future.

Lin Erzhu nodded vigorously.

"Yes, Father. Let bygones be bygones."

Dad, please take good care of yourself.

Let's live a good life as a family.

Lu Qingqing brought over the medicine she had prepared.

"Father, the medicine is ready."

Her steps were light and cautious.

They were afraid of spilling even a drop of the medicine.

She walked to the bedside and gently placed the bowl of medicine on the table.

She leaned down slightly and looked at Lin Qingshan with concern.

Lin Erzhu rushed forward and carefully helped Lin Qingshan up.

A pillow was placed behind him so that he could lie half-reclined.

"Dad, come on, it's time to drink your medicine."

As Lin Erzhu spoke, he picked up the medicine bowl and gently blew on it.

He scooped up a spoonful of the medicinal soup and held it to Lin Qingshan's lips.

Lin Qingshan slightly opened his mouth and slowly swallowed the spoonful of medicine.

He frowned slightly as the bitter taste of the medicine spread across his tongue.

But he still forced himself to drink, sip after sip.

Lu Qingqing gently comforted him from the side:

"Father, this medicine is bitter, but it's good for your health."

Take your medicine and get a good night's sleep.

I'll feel much better tomorrow.

Soon, the bowl of medicine was empty.

Lin Erzhu put down the medicine bowl, picked up the handkerchief,

Gently wipe away the remaining medicine stains from the corners of Lin Qingshan's mouth.

Lin Qingshan leaned against the pillow, breathing slightly heavily.

"Qingqing, you've worked so hard."

"After taking this medicine, I feel much better."