Two days passed quickly.
In the blink of an eye, it was Long Bao’s full moon celebration.
Sister-in-law Qian arrived early in the morning, feeling quite nervous.
Grandpa had already sent someone over with fresh ingredients that morning.
Wang Pei smiled and handed Sister-in-law Qian a bag of candies, saying, “I’ll trouble you with today’s preparations. I’ve never cooked for such a large group before, so if you need any help, just call me.”
The other sisters-in-law who had come for the feast also pitched in voluntarily—some washing vegetables, others cleaning plates.
In no time, the courtyard buzzed with activity.
It was at this moment that Li Hong arrived.
She had just finished her own postpartum confinement and, naturally, no one had asked her to help.
Li Hong joined the other sisters-in-law in the room to see Long Bao.
Her eyes immediately fell on Long Bao, who was being held in someone’s arms.
The one-month-old baby was like a porcelain doll, with round, bright eyes that darted around curiously, taking in everything around her. Her tiny nose twitched slightly.
When bored, she would play by blowing bubbles, her lips making soft “pop-pop” sounds.
If someone nearby spoke, she would quickly turn her little head as if listening intently.
Her adorable and lively demeanor drew continuous praise from the sisters-in-law.
Li Hong’s heart raced.
Her daughter was actually this beautiful!
Li Hong pushed past a few sisters-in-law and leaned in close to Long Bao. “Long Bao, I’m your aunt. Let me hold you.”
The sister-in-law holding Long Bao looked surprised but handed the child over. “Li Hong, what are you doing here? Didn’t you just finish your confinement today? Where’s your child? Why didn’t you bring her along to play?”
Li Hong replied casually, “She’s sleeping.”
Long Bao stared fixedly at Li Hong.
[So this is the vicious woman who wants to bully me. Hit her!]
Seeing Long Bao’s intense gaze, Li Hong was about to boast to those around her when, in the blink of an eye, a slap landed on her face.
Li Hong gasped sharply.
Clutching her cheek, she stared in disbelief at the child in her arms.
Where did this child get such strength!
The others, completely unaware of the slap’s force, joked, “Li Hong, it seems Long Bao really likes you. She even reached out to touch you.”
Li Hong grimaced in pain, but with everyone watching, she forced a smile and said, “I like Long Bao too.”
[Hit, hit, hit!]
Seeing Long Bao’s flailing hands, Li Hong quickly lowered the child a bit.
Watching the baby’s incessant waving, Li Hong subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief.
This child was incredibly strong!
She didn’t seem like a baby who had just turned one month old.
But this was her child.
Then again, how could a capitalist’s daughter like Lu Jingyi give birth to such a strong child?
Even Xiao Tao’s cries were as faint as a kitten’s.
Just then, Lu Jingyi emerged, having changed into a red outfit, and noticed everyone gathered around with Li Hong holding Long Bao.
Lu Jingyi hurried over.
[Hmph, only one hit?]
Lu Jingyi froze, instinctively glancing at Li Hong, and noticed a small handprint on her face.
She nearly laughed out loud.
This child, really.
[Watch me pee.]
Lu Jingyi quickly stepped forward. “Sister-in-law, give the child to me.”
Li Hong pulled Long Bao away. “Jingyi, I just started holding Long Bao. Let me hold her a little longer. You know Xiao Tao isn’t very healthy—I hope some of Long Bao’s good fortune will rub off on her.”
The sister-in-law nearby immediately asked, “When I visited your Xiao Tao earlier, I noticed she cries with such little energy. Is it because you had a premature birth?”
Li Hong lowered her head and said, “Like mother, like child.”
Just as she had always worked hard and had a strong physique.
Whereas Lu Jingyi was thin and frail, which was why she gave birth to such an unfortunate child.
“Don’t say things like that. The child’s health will improve as she grows up.”
Lu Jingyi was the only one who understood the underlying meaning in her words. She decided not to argue anymore, crossing her arms and watching.
She had wanted to take Long Bao back earlier because the clothes Long Bao was wearing were newly bought for the Full Moon Banquet.
Anyway, there were several more sets at home. Since Li Hong was asking for trouble, she would just watch.
Listening to the comforting words from those around her, Li Hong provocatively looked at Lu Jingyi.
At this point, Lu Jingyi still didn’t know the truth. Li Hong couldn’t wait to find out how regretful Lu Jingyi would feel when she later realized that Xiao Tao was actually her child.
However, in the next second, the smile on Li Hong’s face froze.
She felt a warmth on her chest and looked down to find a large wet patch.
The child in her arms seemed to have succeeded in a mischievous act, grinning with her gums showing.
“Oh, Long Bao peed.”
Li Hong was instantly flustered.
Because she rarely fed Xiao Tao, Xiao Tao ate little and excreted little.
Moreover, she seldom held Xiao Tao and had never experienced being peed on before.
Lu Jingyi stepped forward and took the child.
Li Hong instinctively tried to snatch her back, but the sister-in-law nearby pulled her aside and said, “Li Hong, you’ve just finished your postpartum month. Hurry back and change your clothes.”
“Don’t dislike this urine—it’s actually bringing you good luck.”
“Long Bao touched you and peed on you. It’s clear she really likes you.”
Li Hong raised her eyebrows, a pleased expression on her face. “Long Bao likes me?”
“Of course. Why else would she touch you and pee on you and not anyone else?”
Li Hong thought it made sense—it must be the bond between mother and daughter.
【Big fool.】
Lu Jingyi: “…”
Flattered by the people around her, Li Hong impulsively turned to Lu Jingyi and said, “Jingyi, I can’t be bothered to go back and change. Lend me a couple of your clothes.”
Many of Lu Jingyi’s clothes were brought back from abroad, in styles Li Hong had never even seen.
She had long wanted a few pieces but felt too embarrassed to ask directly.
Lu Jingyi was also inconsiderate, only thinking of her own comfort and never sharing any with her.
Lu Jingyi had already carried Long Bao to the bed to change her clothes. She glanced at Li Hong and said, “I’d like to, sister-in-law, but my clothes won’t fit you.”
Li Hong was stunned, looking at Lu Jingyi and then at herself.
She had forgotten that she had gained fifty pounds after pregnancy.
In contrast, although Lu Jingyi had also gained some weight right after giving birth, she had not only become more attractive but also slimmed back down during her postpartum recovery.
Now, she truly couldn’t fit into Lu Jingyi’s clothes.
Li Hong’s face darkened.
No one around dared to intervene.
Li Hong stormed out with a gloomy expression.
【Hmph, she’s definitely going to say Mom bullied her—not only refusing to lend her clothes but also mocking her for getting fat.】
Hearing what Long Bao said, Lu Jingyi spoke up just as Li Hong was leaving: “Sisters-in-law, you’re all here as witnesses. I didn’t mock sister-in-law for being fat—I was just stating the truth.”
Li Hong froze in her tracks.
The others hadn’t yet understood why Lu Jingyi had suddenly said that.
One of them spoke up: “We’re all watching, Li Hong. You’d better go change your clothes quickly. I see Sister-in-law Qian has already started cooking. If you don’t hurry, you might miss the meal.”
Li Hong turned her head and glanced at Lu Jingyi.
How did Jingyi know she had planned to use the clothing matter to gossip with others?
This was truly bizarre.