Cheng Su started developing a fever in the middle of the night. Fortunately, Mother Cheng was sharing the bed with her. When Cheng Su groaned in discomfort, Mother Cheng woke up, turned on the light, and saw her frowning and complaining about being cold. She touched her forehead and realized she had a fever.
This was the first time Cheng Su had a fever in years. Her health had been quite good, especially in the past two years, without even catching a cold. Now, this sudden fever made Mother Cheng quite worried.
To prevent the spread of germs, Mother Cheng sent Qi Xiaoqi over to his grandfather’s place. She then brought the porridge made by Mother Qi to Cheng Su, poured water, and got some medicine.
"Have this porridge, then take the medicine. Sweat it out, and you’ll recover quickly," Mother Cheng said.
Feeling sick, Cheng Su replied, "Mom, I really don’t feel like eating!"
"You need to eat to take the medicine, don’t be stubborn. It’s the porridge your mother-in-law made for you!" Mother Cheng sat down, stirring the porridge, and whispered, "It’s only been a night, and she’s like a different person. So busy taking care of things, quite attentive. She got quite anxious hearing you were sick."
Cheng Su reluctantly curled her lips, "You must be imagining things!"
"No, she’s genuinely worried," Mother Cheng lowered her voice further and said, "I think your mother-in-law is scared by what happened with your aunt."
Cheng Su raised her eyebrow.
"People get old, and can only rely on their sons and daughters-in-law. If your mother-in-law doesn’t treat you well, will you treat her well in the future? She’s just doing good for herself!" Mother Cheng analyzed Qi Mother’s change in behavior like Sherlock Holmes.
Cheng Su said, "With Qi Taiguo there and money, why would she worry about not having anyone to take care of her?"
"It’s not the same as having a daughter-in-law care for you. Some people just prefer their daughters-in-law to look after them!" Mother Cheng sighed.
Cheng Su wasn’t convinced. Paid caregivers with money could take care of people just fine—they’re more professional.
No matter how good a daughter-in-law is, there’s always a layer between them. No matter how attentive, there are always moments that are missed.


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