AWB Chapter 3 Eating Pastries
Chapter 3 Eating Pastries
Lu Qingqing hurried into the kitchen, thinking of making a hot meal for the children first.
But when she saw that all the kitchen cabinets were locked, she was stunned.
Her brows were furrowed, filled with doubt and anger.
Just then, the original owner's memories flooded into her mind like a tidal wave.
She then realized that her mother-in-law and sister-in-law Liu Cuihua had always been the heads of the household.
My husband and my second son's family have absolutely no say in this family.
The original owner had humbled herself to please her sister-in-law in order to avoid going hungry.
It's just a pity for these children, having to be treated like slaves at such a young age.
Because only by working can they get a meal in this family.
Thinking about this, Lu Qingqing felt that the original owner of this body truly deserved to die since she was able to transmigrate here.
Looking at this body, Lu Qingqing felt an urge to slap herself twice to vent her anger.
Thinking of her biased mother-in-law, Lu Qingqing felt even more resentful.
When my husband, the living dead, was doing well, he would give me filial piety money every month on time.
Back then, my mother, Qin Xiulian, could still put on a show.
Now that the third child has become a living dead, the mother-in-law treats them even worse.
And her own foolish predecessor, because of her eagerness to curry favor with Liu Cuihua...
They almost dragged their whole family into a fire, which led to this situation of selling their child.
As for household chores, the whole family is now at the mercy of the second son's family.
The second son and his wife were honest people, but because the second son's wife gave birth to two girls in a row,
The old lady disliked her son very much and often scolded the two daughters of the second son's family, saying that Daya and Erya were a money-losing burden.
This made the two girls do chores every day, and the two granddaughters were afraid of being beaten by their grandmother.
At such a young age, they can only obediently work hard.
The old lady, Qin Xiulian, not only made her second son's family work like slaves, but also ensured that they were never well-fed or clothed.
Lu Qingqing bit her lip, vowing to change this pathetic situation.
We must never let ourselves and our children suffer such humiliation again.
Lu Qingqing took a deep breath and prepared to turn around and leave the kitchen.
Just then, the system Xiaodou's voice rang out.
"Congratulations, host. You have successfully completed the mission. You are hereby rewarded with some food."
The following categories are available for your selection: 1. Snacks, 2. Grains and Oils, 3. Pastries, and 4. Dried Fruits.
Lu Qingqing was overjoyed and immediately replied, "Xiaodou, I choose 3." Xiaodou said, "Okay, host."
Instantly, several plates of pastries appeared in the system space, including delicate osmanthus cake,
Sweet red date cake, and soft and glutinous mung bean cake.
Lu Qingqing's eyes lit up, and she picked up a piece of osmanthus cake and put it in her mouth.
The sweet flavor spread in her mouth, and she squinted her eyes in satisfaction.
Lu Qingqing returned to the room with the pastries, a gentle smile on her face, and gave each child a piece.
Lu Qingqing looked at the children, who were full of questions, and said softly, "The kitchen is locked."
There's nothing to cook, so have something to eat first."
Stone stared at the pastry in his hand, but hesitated to take a bite, his eyes filled with wariness.
He said, "What are you up to now? This pastry isn't poisoned, is it?"
Er Mao and San Mao nodded in agreement, clutching their pastries tightly, not daring to put them in their mouths.
Lu Qingqing didn't answer them, but took out another piece and ate it in front of them.
A bitter feeling welled up in Lu Qingqing's heart, but she still patiently said, "Shitou, I'm sorry."
I was wrong before, but I swear I've changed and will be good to you from now on.
Mother really didn't have any other intentions, she just wanted you to have something to eat.
"Eat quickly, there aren't many pieces, and don't let your aunt find out later."
Shuang'er didn't understand much; she only heard Lu Qingqing say that she had changed for the better, and she believed it.
Shuang'er took a small bite of the pastry, her face beaming with a happy smile.
Looking up at the stone, she said, "Big pot, it's so delicious. Mom said she's changed, and I believe her."
Lu Qingqing knelt down and gently stroked Shuang'er's hair.
With a firm look in her eyes, she said, "Shuang'er, I promise I will treat you well from now on, and I will never be like before."
Stone snorted coldly: "Who believes you?"
"You might revert to your old ways tomorrow, hitting and yelling at us again."
Tears welled up in Lu Qingqing's eyes, and her voice choked with emotion: "Shitou, Mother knows I hurt you all before."
But this time, Mother has truly changed. Please believe Mother this once, okay?
Er Mao whispered, "Big brother, I feel like she's acting a little different this time."
Shi Tou glared at Er Mao: "What do you know? Don't be fooled by her."
Lu Qingqing took a deep breath and said, "Children,"
Time will tell. I will show you through my actions that I have truly changed for the better.
From now on, your mother will not only take care of you, but also your father, and get him medical treatment…
A silence fell over the room, with only Shuang'er still taking small bites of her pastry.
She would glance up at Lu Qingqing every now and then, her eyes filled with anticipation and hope.
Lu Qingqing took a deep breath, walked to the stone's side, and whispered, "Stone,"
"Eat quickly, or your grandma will be back soon."
Stone's body trembled. After hesitating for a moment, he finally couldn't resist taking a bite of the pastry.
The sweet flavor instantly filled his mouth, and his expression unconsciously became one of enjoyment.
But he quickly reverted to his stubborn demeanor.
Seeing that Brother Stone had already eaten, Er Mao and San Mao started eating too.
Seeing how happy they were, Lu Qingqing poured them some water to drink, worried they might choke.
Lu Qingqing watched the children wolf down the pastries, feeling both gratified and worried.
She was worried that the children wouldn't be able to digest too much at once, so after each child had eaten two pieces...
Then he said, "Children, there are no more pastries."
Stone, with pastries still in his mouth, heard this...
A hint of suspicion flashed in his eyes: "Really, there isn't any left? You didn't hide it, did you?"
Lu Qingqing gently patted Shitou's head: "Really, there's nothing left. Mother was just worried that you might have an upset stomach if you ate too much."
Er Mao and San Mao licked their lips, seemingly still wanting more.
Shuang'er nodded obediently: "Mother, I know you're doing this for our own good. Shuang'er will listen to you."
Looking at the adorable Shuang'er, Lu Qingqing's heart almost melted.
Lu Qingqing lowered her voice and said to the children with a serious yet mysterious expression, "Children,
There's one more very important thing about this pastry—you absolutely mustn't tell anyone!
"If others find out, we won't be able to eat such delicious pastries anymore."
Stone frowned and muttered, "Why can't I say?"
Lu Qingqing patiently explained, "Shitou, think about it, what if Grandma and Auntie find out?"
They'll definitely come and take it, and then we won't have any left.
And it might even cause us trouble.
Er Mao quickly said, "Brother, let's not talk about it, I still want to eat."
Sanmao nodded in agreement: "I won't say anything either, this is the first time I've ever eaten something so delicious..."
Stone hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded: "Okay, I won't say."
Lu Qingqing breathed a sigh of relief when she saw the children obediently nodding in agreement.
Smiling, she said, "You're such a good child, Mother. Let's pinky swear, and no one is allowed to tell anyone."
The children all stretched out their little hands and made pinky promises with Lu Qingqing...