In short, Granny Hua found she had no reason to refuse Meizi's arrangements. If she tried to voice the slightest objection, Meizi would immediately cry out, "Mother..." and stare at her as if she'd seen a ghost. It was as though Granny Hua wasn't from the village and had just committed some grave violation of Qingnan Village's rules.
And so, Meizi began her life as a new wife, organizing the household with perfect order. Her days were hectic but fulfilling, and she felt very happy. Meanwhile, Granny Hua began her life of hardship as a mother-in-law, bidding farewell to her past comfortable life. She was constantly being called "Mother" here and "Mother" there by Meizi, so busy her feet barely touched the ground.
That evening, Li Changming thought about the way Meizi and his mother had acted during the day. He wanted to ask Meizi how she was communicating with his mother, so he asked hesitantly, "Meizi, is... is Mother doing all right?"
