The wicked mother-in-law doesn't try to whitewash herself; she only abuses her awful children.

Chapter 87: Recognizing the County Magistrate's Son as His God-Grandson
After the county magistrate's son, Liu Yanhong, had fully recovered, he wiped away his tears and thanked Tong Huaqiong.

The entire image of the mischievous child has vanished.

Ms. Han stated that her eldest grandson was rescued by Tong Huaqiong, who was like a second parent to him, and therefore she wanted to find a godmother for him. However, Tong Huaqiong is already a grandmother, and it would be inappropriate for her to become her grandson's godmother, as they would be of different generations.

So they forced Liu Yanhong to recognize Tong Huaqiong as his godmother.

Tong Huaqiong's lips twitched, and she waved her hand, refusing repeatedly.

However, Madam Han refused, saying, "Don't worry, my son doesn't agree. If he doesn't agree, he doesn't need to call me 'mother' anymore." With Old Madam Huang chiming in, Liu Yanhong loudly called out to Tong Huaqiong, "Grandma!"

Tong Huaqiong was so frightened that she wanted to run away.

This is truly something else; attending a banquet has given me an extra godchild, and not just any godchild, but the young master of the county magistrate's family.

If we substitute the equivalent amount, does that mean the county magistrate should call her godmother?

This is a bit too much of a cheat code.

At that moment, Magistrate Liu, who was presiding over a case, suddenly sneezed a few times.

Liu Yanhong called out "Godmother" even more enthusiastically than his own mother. He felt he wasn't at a loss, since his godmother was skilled at making pastries, and he could ask her for pastries whenever he wanted from now on.

Others consider anyone who provides milk as their mother, but Liu Yanhong considers anyone who provides pastries as his dry milk.

Gu Taohua looked at her mother with admiration. Good heavens, the county magistrate's son is already her godchild. Does that mean she can go to the county government office to ask for a godbrother?

Standing next to Gu Taohua, Gu Baishuang was stunned by this series of changes. Her stepmother had become involved with the county magistrate.
You know, her husband tried everything but couldn't get into the county government office. Today, she also thought about trying to build a relationship with the county magistrate's mother at Old Madam Huang's birthday banquet, but she just couldn't squeeze into that inner circle.

Her heartless stepmother accomplished it with ease.

When her stepmother said at the banquet that she wanted to remarry, it was no joke. She had gotten close to the county magistrate, and there was a real possibility that someone would want to marry her.

Gu Baishuang felt that her deceased father was being cuckolded.

After accepting her godson, Tong Huaqiong politely bid farewell to Old Madam Huang and Master Huang and returned home.

Grandma Huang and her son, Mr. Huang, naturally tried their best to persuade her to stay, but Tong Huaqiong politely declined with a smile. The mother and son gave Tong Huaqiong a red envelope, which she squeezed to show her satisfaction.

Yuqin whispered a few words in Old Mrs. Huang's ear, and Old Mrs. Huang waved her hand and gave Tong Huaqiong a set of exquisite pastry molds from the small kitchen, as well as a satin dress for Gu Taohua and Man'er.

Master Huang instructed his servants to prepare a box of meat and a box of various medicinal herbs for Tong Huaqiong.

Master Huang knew that meat and medicinal herbs were rare items for ordinary farming families, so he specially sent the Gu family what they needed.

Tong Huaqiong expressed her satisfaction and accepted the gift without refusing.

Master Huang ordered someone to hire a carriage for Tong Huaqiong and her two grandchildren to take them to Qinghe Bay, but Tong Huaqiong politely declined, guessing that her second son and daughter-in-law were probably already waiting for her outside the Huang family mansion.

So Master Huang couldn't insist, and ordered his maids and servants to carry the things to the gate.

Han personally took Tong Huaqiong's hand and saw her out. Upon learning that Tong Huaqiong was also a widow, the feeling of sympathy for her in their shared plight intensified.

She told Tong Huaqiong that although she was running a pastry business in Yanguan Town, her son would be a strong support for her if anyone caused trouble.

Han's beloved grandson, Liu Yanhong, took Man'er's hand and whispered, "Man'er, look, my hands are all scratched, but I forgive you for pushing me down. Let's be friends."

Liu Yanhong followed Man'er around, calling her "sister" this and "sister" that, and even showed her his scraped hand.

"I don't forgive you for taking my pastries."

Man'er pulled her hand away from Liu Yanhong's, looking unhappy. This fat boy was just as deserving of a beating as Gu Yaozu in the past.

They stole her things and then turned around and accused her.

He was the one who snatched her pastry first, and that's why she pushed him away.

And this annoying chubby boy has also become his grandmother's grandson. Man'er is very unhappy that an outsider is taking away her grandmother.

"Sister Man'er, I shouldn't have taken your cake. Can you forgive me?" Liu Yanhong, who had been so domineering, smiled and his eyes narrowed as he stood next to Man'er.

"No," Man'er said decisively. "How about I come to your house to play with you later? I'll bring you lots of fun things from Pingchuan County," Liu Yanhong said with a fawning expression.

Man'er ignored Liu Yanhong, snorted, and quickly went to Tong Huaqiong's side, taking her grandmother's hand.

She needs to stay far away from that chubby boy.

"Grandma, I'll come visit you at Qinghewan sometime."

Seeing that Man'er didn't like him, Young Master Liu Yanhong wasn't angry. He shouted at Tong Huaqiong.

Tong Huaqiong released Han's hand, her lips twitched, and she hurriedly nodded, saying, "Alright, as long as the young master doesn't mind, feel free to come to my house."

She wouldn't say no, would she? They're practically her godson now, so she shouldn't try to maintain a high-and-mighty image.

She wouldn't cling to the magistrate's coattails, nor would she consider clinging to the emperor's; she simply lacked the connections.

As soon as they stepped out of the Huang family's gate, Gu Dashu and Liu Yue'e were already waiting outside with a flatbed cart.

Tong Huaqiong saw that Gu Dashu and his wife were chatting enthusiastically with the Huang family gatekeeper. It has to be said that the second son's family does have some of the characteristics of a gangster. If they are used well, they can be a great asset in expanding the market.

"Mother, sister, you're out."

Gu Dashu went to greet Tong Huaqiong and Gu Taohua.

"Mother, it seems the Huang family is very satisfied today. I saw a lady dressed in fine clothes seeing you off just now. She must be Old Madam Huang."

Liu Yue'e warmly took Tong Huaqiong's hand and took the box from Tong Huaqiong's hand, her eyes constantly glancing at the Huang family through the door. She had heard from the doorman that her mother-in-law had been quite the star at the birthday banquet and had even been invited to sit at a table with the host.

The Huang family's banquet was definitely top-notch.

She was so envious.

"Second sister-in-law, that's not Old Madam Huang, that's the magistrate's mother." Gu Taohua smiled smugly.

"What?"

"The magistrate's mother?"

Gu Dashu and Liu Yue'e were so shocked that their minds went blank. The highest official they knew was the village head, and the county magistrate was truly beyond their comprehension.

The county magistrate was no stranger to Qinghewan. Every spring, the county magistrate would come to the village to inspect the spring plowing. The village was packed with people, even the village chief would wander around on the periphery, let alone the villagers.

"Mother, is this true?" Gu Dashu asked in a trembling voice.

"What's so strange about that? The magistrate's mother isn't human either; she has two eyes and a nose, doesn't she?" Tong Huaqiong remained remarkably calm.

Gu Dashu felt that his mother was getting too big for her britches after hearing what she said!

That's the county magistrate's mother! Even though she has two eyes and a nose, how can she be the same as those old women in the village?
"Oh my, Mother, how did you manage to catch the eye of the county magistrate's wife?"

Liu Yue'e looked at Tong Huaqiong with admiration.

She came to Yanguan Town today looking for a shop. When she mentioned peach blossom desserts, everyone praised Tong Huaqiong for her good pastry making, straightforward personality, and honest business dealings. This made Liu Yue'e wonder if they were praising her own mother-in-law.

She now realizes that she underestimated her mother-in-law.

Now they can even marry the county magistrate's mother.

"My mother saved the magistrate's son."

Gu Taohua, feeling honored, vividly described how Tong Huaqiong had saved the magistrate's son at the banquet.

When Gu Dashu heard that the county magistrate's son had recognized Tong Huaqiong as his godmother, his mouth stretched from ear to ear with a big smile.

"The magistrate's son calls his mother 'god-grandmother,' which means he calls me 'god-uncle,' which means that the magistrate and I are also sworn brothers."

Gu Dashu was increasingly pleased with himself. He hadn't even met the county magistrate yet, but they had already become sworn brothers from afar.

I can do it!
(End of this chapter)