She had just tried to use her magic to test the situation, but the magic was bounced back.

How is that possible?

In the mortal realm, even if her immortal powers are restricted, it's impossible for a mere mortal to reflect them back.

There's something strange about this person!

"Who are you, and how do you know why we're here?" Shen Wanli asked in a low voice.

There was a hint of fear between his brows.

Isn't this person a bit too terrifying?

The voice of the person hidden in the black cloak was devoid of any emotion: "You've been hiding there for so long, do you still need to ask?"

We knew this as soon as the three members of the Shen family arrived!

Shen Erming's pupils contracted, and he swallowed nervously: "Who exactly are you?"

This feeling is awful.

It's as if everything about you is controlled by the other person, yet you know absolutely nothing about them!

It's so painful.

That's terrifying and unsettling.

Under these circumstances, not only Shen Erming, but even Shen Liuliu was a little nervous.

"Let's go."

The man in the black cloak was clearly unwilling to say more.

Shen Erming asked doubtfully, "How do I know if you're telling the truth or not?"

He said that if you drip water from this bottle into it, you can detect the poison, and that's true?

What if it was Tian Niangzi lying to them?

Whether you believe it or not is none of my business.

Shen Erming wanted to ask more questions, but the door was suddenly closed.

The door closed at an abnormally fast speed, so fast that it was almost blinding.

Shen Erming and his son Shen Wanli exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.

"How about we go home first and discuss it together?" Shen Wanli asked, feeling a little uneasy.

He was truly at a loss.

All of this is too mysterious, it sends chills down my spine.

Shen Liuliu was also somewhat distracted by what had just happened, so the whole family went home.

However, Shen Erming held the small porcelain bottle that person had given him firmly in his hand.

When the three of them returned home, Shen Yishan and his wife had already brought the child back.

Meanwhile, Tian Guifen had already told Shen Yishan everything.

"You're back. How was it?"

Tian Guifen stood anxiously at the door waiting. When she saw the person, she immediately pulled them into the house.

Shen Wanli cursed angrily, "You're such a scoundrel! You really went to buy medicine and tried to harm you!"

Immediately afterwards, Shen Wanli recounted what had just happened.

As a mother, Tian Guifen was even more observant. She noticed something was wrong with her daughter at first glance and immediately hugged Shen Liuliu in her arms, gently stroking her daughter's head.

Then she gently leaned close to her head and asked, "Liuliu, what's wrong? You seem a little unhappy."

Shen Liuliu was somewhat frustrated, her voice muffled: "I couldn't contact the animals in that person's yard. I asked many animals on the way back, but none of them knew who that dark-skinned person was."

She thought that with her status, she could protect her family and do whatever she wanted in this life!

But little did they expect that they would encounter an opponent before even leaving the small town of Qingyang.

Waaaaah, I'm so sad.

Is Liu Liu sad because she feels she hasn't been able to help her mother and second brother?

"Yes! Liu Liu is so stupid."

As she spoke, Shen Liuliu pouted, and tears streamed down her face.

"Oh dear, baby, don't cry. Our Liu Liu is the best! If it weren't for Liu Liu, how would we have known that Tian Yexiang was trying to harm Mommy? Right? You saved Mommy's life!"

"That's right, my sister is the best. If Tian Yexiang really succeeds, then I, your second brother, would rather die!"

"They're all amazing!"

The whole family comforted the little sister, not wanting to see her shed a single tear.

Shen Liuliu wasn't one to be dramatic, and she quickly stopped crying, blinking her big, wet eyes as she asked, "Is Liuliu really that amazing?"

"Of course, Daddy, Mommy, and my brothers all love Liu Liu very much."

"Smack."

Shen Liuliu kissed her mother and scratched her face shyly, saying, "Liuliu likes everyone very much too."

"It's okay as long as the baby stops crying."

After appeasing Shen Liuliu, everyone began to discuss what to do next.

After all, they weren't sure if the things the other party offered would work. If things escalated and it turned out there was no poison, wouldn't that be a huge joke?

Just when everyone was at a loss, Shen Liuliu rolled her eyes twice and came up with an idea.

"I have a way, like this..."

Everyone nodded in agreement as they listened to the little guy's sweet, cuddly voice.

"My daughter is so smart."

"Liu Liu is really clever."

"Wow, my baby is amazing."

Shen Liuliu smiled shyly, but with considerable pride.

It feels so good to be able to help my family.

"Alright, hurry up and eat your food so you can get some rest. We'll be busy tomorrow morning."

Tian Guifen waved her hand, and Shen Yishan hurriedly went to find his third brother and the others so they could eat quickly.

Shen Yishan said, "Mother, my father-in-law said that they have some fruit tree seedlings. Didn't you want some last time? If you want more, he will have someone bring them to us at the next market day in Qingyang Town."

The Wang family, my in-laws, grows quite a few fruit trees and makes a living from them.

After the Shen family's large brick house was built, Tian Guifen wanted to plant some fruit trees in the backyard and at the front gate, but since there weren't any at the time, she had to give up on the idea.

Now that they had the opportunity, Tian Guifen readily agreed: "Great! Your in-laws are really kind to us. You two should also make time to visit them, okay?"

"Yes, remember to buy something when you go, don't go empty-handed," Shen Wanli kept reminding him.

Seeing the old couple's attitude, Shen Erming felt quite uncomfortable.

It's not that I'm dissatisfied.

I'm just jealous that my older brother is so happy.

If my wife were as easy to take care of as my sister-in-law, I imagine my parents would give me the same advice when I visited my in-laws' house.

But his wife... actually wanted to poison his mother!

ridiculous!

That's ridiculous!

"Erming, don't overthink it. Maybe, maybe..."

Perhaps, but Tian Guifen couldn't continue.

But seeing her second son so heartbroken, Tian Guifen also felt bad.

"Okay, Mom, I understand. I'm not hungry, so I'll go back and rest now."

Shen Erming had no interest in the meal and didn't want to disturb his family, so he simply left.

With his departure, the Shen family's mood turned gloomy.

"well."

"Alright, once we get through this hurdle, everything will be alright."

Tian Guifen encouraged everyone.

Shen Yishan said, "Mother, I'll go tell my aunt that I won't be going to the city to sell wine tomorrow."

"Okay, go ahead."

The food was simple, and no one had much of an appetite.

Shen Tiantian felt extremely uncomfortable, and as soon as she finished eating, she jumped off the stool to clear the dishes.

"You're still so young, go play with your little sister Liu Liu, your auntie can take care of things."

"Auntie, I'm eight years old. I can wash the whole family's clothes and do the dishes!"

Shen Tiantian eagerly expressed that she was very capable and would not be a freeloader.

I couldn't wait to roll up my sleeves and show my aunt how hard I was working!

Seeing her insistence, Tian Guifen let her go.

However, when it was time to go to sleep that night, with Shen Tiantian and Shen Liuliu sleeping between the elderly couple, Tian Guifen whispered a lot of things to Shen Tiantian.

After Shen Tiantian fell asleep, Tian Guifen shook her head, sighed, "What a tragedy," and went to sleep as well.

To give birth and not raise it properly is surely a sin.