After I awakened my inner voice, I became the treasure of my family.

Chapter 78 Jiang Mianmian's Surprising Discovery

Oh dear! It suddenly occurred to me, wasn't it precisely because of me that the eldest brother and his wife were able to break free from the predetermined plot?

No, no, I need to sort out my thoughts first. First and foremost, I prevented Le'an from being replaced by someone else, deviating from her predetermined fate.

Secondly, I rescued Li Tingxue from being possessed, and thirdly, I rescued her younger siblings, saving her from being possessed and nearly dying!

[Now it's the second brother's turn. If I were to intervene, who knows if it would implicate me! No, I'd better look through some plot analysis materials about him first.]

Thinking of all this, Jiang Mianmian immediately began to carefully read through Shen Xiujin's plot analysis. She meticulously read through it word by word, afraid of missing any potentially useful clues.

Although I want to influence the plot, I must not act rashly or interfere directly!

If my interference prevents them from being together, and the whole story reverts to its original state, wouldn't I become that wicked, universally hated mother-in-law again?

As Jiang Mianmian flipped through the contents in her hand, she couldn't help but snort coldly in her heart!

[Hmph! I don't want to be that kind of hateful, wicked mother-in-law! I'm determined to become the most beloved mother-in-law in the entire capital, without a doubt!]

Not only that, but I also need to maintain good relationships with each of my daughters-in-law in the future. I will never do anything to make them suffer!

[I also want to fully demonstrate my utmost affection for my daughters-in-law, making them feel deeply proud and envious of having such a loving and kind mother-in-law as me!]

Jiang Mianmian became happier and happier as she thought about it, and the corners of her mouth involuntarily turned up. She felt wonderful inside!

Just then, a familiar name suddenly appeared in Jiang Mianmian's eyes, making her heart tremble—it turned out to be a vicious female supporting character who secretly loved Shen Xiujin: Zhou Jingyao.

Zhou Jingyao?

Upon hearing the name, Shen Xiujin's mind flashed like lightning, instantly recalling who she was and all the little things about this girl.

She was the beloved illegitimate daughter of General Zhou's household!

Despite being a concubine's daughter, General Zhou doted on her because she was his only daughter, and even raised her under the care of his principal wife.

Back then, he and several of his good friends went to the racecourse. It was there that he had the good fortune to meet this Miss Zhou twice.

In my memory, she had a pair of bright red lips and white teeth, her beauty captivating; her eyes were clear as water, bright and moving; her pupils were like autumn water that had been cut open, full of tenderness, and her stunning beauty was unforgettable.

It must be said, Zhou Jingyao is truly a beautiful woman! Not only that, she exudes a unique charm. Her heroic spirit and every gesture reveal a free and unrestrained style.

Even Shen Xiujin couldn't help but admire her when he saw her, and developed a certain appreciation for this girl.

Due to the difference between men and women, they only nodded to each other when they met, and there was no further interaction between them.

So why would she fall in love with him under such circumstances? This really puzzled Shen Xiujin, leaving him completely baffled.

To be honest, this girl is indeed very good. But from the few times they've met, it's clear that she has a slightly strong personality and isn't the type of woman he's attracted to.

Deep down, he had always longed to find a woman like his mother to be his wife. Her gentle, virtuous, and understanding qualities deeply attracted him; how could he describe this feeling...?

When he returns home exhausted after a long day of work, he hopes to be greeted by a gentle and considerate woman.

She would gaze at him with those caring eyes and softly ask him about his experiences and feelings that day.

She would prepare a hot meal for him and even stew various tonics for him, showing that she loved him with all her heart.

Jiang Mianmian thought for a moment, then looked at Shen Xiujin in front of her with a serious expression and said:

"Second brother! Even if there is some mysterious and unpredictable plot force influencing and forcing you to make certain choices, you cannot force other women to become your women, understand?"

However, on another note! Don't you have a girl you truly like in your heart? Look at those men your age; they're either already engaged or married with children.

"Second brother, why don't you just get married once and for all? That way, all the problems will be solved!"

But when she finished speaking, she saw the terrified expression on Shen Xiujin's face, and Jiang Mianmian couldn't help but feel annoyed. She continued irritably:

"You brat, if you really don't want to get married and start a family, that's fine too! At worst, you can spend more money to hire a woman you know well and who is of good character. You can let her be your woman in name only!"

Once this matter is completely resolved, give that girl a generous sum of money as compensation. After all, not every girl in this world will like you! Wouldn't that solve your problem?

Take her for example, she has absolutely no affection for her husband! Ever since she had her own child, all she thinks about every day is that despicable bastard will die as soon as possible to serve his ancestors.

That's why, no matter how much he indulged in his philandering and womanizing outside every day, she couldn't be bothered to pay any attention to him.

Not only that, she even specifically instructed the kitchen maid to stew various nourishing soups for him every day, just to keep him full of energy! And if he had energy, wouldn't he want to use it on women?

Look at this, isn't it especially interesting?

If that bastard hadn't died so young, I'm afraid I would have been driven mad by him long ago!

Haha... Thank goodness! God heard my daily prayers and wishes!

However, he wasn't entirely without merit. For instance, with his death, the entire Hou family's vast fortune fell into her hands!

Hahaha……

Right after that bastard kicked the bucket, she would sometimes find herself laughing out loud, even in her dreams at night!

The old nanny Li, who was in charge of serving her at the time, actually mistakenly thought that she was too sad to sleep! Bullshit, I don't have that kind of emotion at all, it's utterly ridiculous!

Whenever she thinks back on these memories, she feels incredibly happy! She's so excited that she almost wants to get up in the middle of the night to set off firecrackers and celebrate her overflowing joy!

My mother has been hoping he would die soon, but she's afraid he'll die late. She keeps urging the kitchen staff to give him nourishing soup three times a day so he can go out and have his way with women.

Hehehe!

Otherwise, how could she be living such a life now, as the old noblewoman of the Marquis's mansion, with no worries about money, living a very fulfilling and comfortable life?

The mother and son chatted for a while longer before Jiang Mianmian chased Shen Xiujin away. She had to go see her beloved granddaughter; who had time to listen to his nonsense?

…………

In the study in the front yard.

Although Shen Xiuyan had left, he was still quite curious about what his mother had said to his second son. So he brought his second son to his study and asked him about the outcome.

Shen Xiujin rolled her eyes at him and said bluntly, "Big brother, what's there to ask? Shouldn't you have guessed it already?"

Shen Xiuyan's eyes flickered, and he coughed awkwardly: "Sigh! In fact, that's really what I think too. After all, you are the child that your mother raised single-handedly. She has raised you as her own son for so many years, so how could she not forgive you?"

"Luckily you didn't do anything irreversible, otherwise, even with this terrible idea I gave you, you wouldn't have gotten Mother's forgiveness, and I'd have to admit I was wrong!"

"Hey! Big brother, how can this be considered a bad idea? I was just being sincere. I took the initiative to kowtow to my mother and sincerely apologized, which won her sympathy and made her soften her heart and forgive me."

Shen Xiujin snorted coldly!

Don't think he doesn't know his older brother's little scheme. He sneered and said, "If you envy me, you can go to Mother and play the victim. See if she'll pity you."

Shen Xiuyan: "..."

Hey, that second brother, that heartless bastard, he's really kicking people when they've served their purpose!

Besides, I'm already quite old, and I'm a father of several children. How can I be as shameless as my second son?

Shen Xiuyan asked curiously, "By the way, second brother! Has Mother said how to help you with your problem?"

Is this what he really wants to know?

Mentioning this, Shen Xiujin sighed and said helplessly, "Sigh! Don't even mention it. My mother also gave me a terrible idea, telling me to hire a woman to act as my fiancée."

It means that only by having her with me can we resist that so-called plot, but my mother also said that she won't let the female lead ruin my marriage.

Although he couldn't be sure yet, and there wasn't a good way to immediately reject Su Qianqian, his mother's words made sense, and he was willing to give it a try!

Shen Xiujin didn't mention Zhou Jingyao, whom Jiang Mianmian had mentioned, to his elder brother. Although she was indeed quite capable, she also had a rather bad temper, which made him feel somewhat uncomfortable.

Then maybe I should just change to someone else? But... but in my mother's heart, she only said her name.

Ah! If only Mother had mentioned a few more names earlier, he could have carefully considered those extra names.

Finally, after choosing one that satisfies him, he will no longer be so troubled and distressed as he is now.