The Age of Rebirth: The Stepmother of the Sick Beauty Just Wants to Salt Fish

"My mother-in-law was right."

Lin Ran's face showed no trace of dissatisfaction or anger toward Jiang Li because of what Cui Qinglan said. She said: "Before marrying my husband, I heard stories about my mother-in-law from him. Later, he took her home. The moment I first met my mother-in-law, I fell in love with my husband's mother, my current mother-in-law.

After a slight pause, Lin Ran smiled and said: "I'm not going to lie to you, my mother-in-law is really nice. One day you will involuntarily fall in love with an elder like my mother-in-law when you meet her. She is a gentle, wise, and knowledgeable lady." , through her guidance, not only did my husband win the honor of being the top scorer in the college entrance examination, but my eldest brother-in-law, two sisters-in-law, and three brothers-in-law also won the award, and they all developed very well in their respective fields of work. My parents were not less envious of me. Where are the parents-in-law!"

Regarding the deeds of Jiang Li's family, Cui Qinglan learned a lot from Lin Ran for her hidden thoughts. What's more, in the past few years, on the day when the college entrance examination results were released, the news media reported a lot about Jiang Li's family.

Even if he doesn't read newspapers but sits at home and watches Xinwen Lianbo, Cui Qinglan has seen it.

Hearing Lin Ran praise Jiang Li, her mother-in-law, Cui Qinglan would definitely be lying if she said she wasn't envious!

Because her ex-mother-in-law was a busybody, and when she learned that she didn't want children after marriage, she didn't have the slightest impression of her. Every time she saw her, she would either give her a cold face, or criticize her, and make sarcastic remarks at her.

With such a mother-in-law, even the attitude of other people in her ex-husband's family towards her is not very good.

They all regard her as an outsider. Once she appears, they immediately end the topic they are talking about, and either sit quietly and watch TV, or eat melon seeds and peanuts to entertain the younger generations in the family.

Anyway, she is not in my eyes at all!

"Is your mother-in-law so nice that you don't mind what she says about you?"

Cui Qinglan felt uncomfortable and couldn't help but feel angry in front of Lin Ran.

Lin Ran did not answer, but asked: "Do you still remember a children's TV show we watched when we were children?"

"what?"

Cui Qinglan didn't realize what Lin Ran meant for a while.

"My mother-in-law is 'Teacher Pear'. Is it surprising?"

Seeing Cui Qinglan's eyes widening, Lin Ran couldn't hide his pride: "My mother-in-law is also a well-known national athlete. Every time she participates in an event, she can win several gold medals, which brings glory to our country!"

"Listen to Teacher Lizi's story?"

Cui Qinglan said to herself.

"Yes."

Lin Ran smiled and nodded, and said: "My mother-in-law is beautiful and elegant. She is just like a fairy daughter. Even though she is in her early fifties now, she looks to be in her thirties at most. Walking with us, she is even older than We are still young!”

Cui Qinglan said nothing.

"It is said that time never defeats a beauty, and I have truly realized the meaning of this with my mother-in-law!"

Lin Ran spoke sincerely, even showing unknowing admiration in her eyes. A smile appeared on her lips: "In the past years of being married to my husband, I have learned a lot from my mother-in-law, and my mother-in-law usually She was very kind to me. If I hadn't really done something wrong, and if she didn't really treat me as her daughter-in-law, with my mother-in-law's temperament, she would never accuse me of anything.

Furthermore, even if my mother-in-law accuses me, she always has good reasons and does not criticize me casually. "

"Then you are so lucky. You have met a good and reasonable mother-in-law. Unlike me, during the marriage with my ex-husband, my mother-in-law found fault with me at every turn, even criticized her and made sarcastic remarks."

Upon hearing Cui Qinglan's words, Lin Ran felt a little embarrassed for a moment. She looked apologetic: "I'm sorry, I'm not trying to show you that I have a good mother-in-law. I just... I just meant what I said and said a few more words casually. , you must not be angry with me!"

"will not."

Cui Qinglan shook her head and then said: "As a friend, don't you understand me? I have always been generous!"

"Yes, yes, you are the most generous and will not care about me." Lin Ran laughed, and then she asked: "Are you really not going to find another one?"

Hearing this, Cui Qinglan was silent for a moment, and she said: "If I can meet a good man like your husband and a reasonable family, I don't mind getting married again. Otherwise, I would rather live alone for the rest of my life."

This actually implies a temptation. However, Lin Ran did not think much about it and said with a smile: "You will definitely meet a good man, but it will be very difficult to find one like my husband! After all, there are so many people in this world." There are no two identical leaves, let alone two men with the same temperament and taste.”

Speaking of this, Lin Ran suddenly joked: "However, if you were ten years younger, I could introduce you to my husband's fourth brother."

Cui Qinglan's face became hot: "You... what are you talking about? Am I the kind of person who eats young grass?"

Lin Ran laughed out loud: "No, no, but I also said that if you were ten years younger, I would help introduce you as a matchmaker!"

"If you keep talking nonsense, be careful and I'll tickle you."

Cui Qinglan stared.

Lin Ran: "Okay, I won't tease you anymore, but to be honest, my husband's fourth brother is really outstanding. Well, to be more precise, all of my husband's brothers and sisters are outstanding, and some of them are married. , the partners I have found are all extraordinary, not to mention other things, just in terms of appearance, my husband’s family is definitely full of beauty!”

"Stop talking. If you keep talking, I can't wait to turn into you!"

Cui Qinglan tested Lin Ran again.

However, Lin Ran still didn't notice anything. She smiled: "If you could become me, wouldn't this world become a fantasy?!"

"Then let's make a hypothesis. If I really become you one day, do you think your husband might recognize that I am not you?"

Cui Qinglan asked pretending to be curious.

"Absolutely. My husband once said that even if he blindfolds his eyes, he can immediately determine whether the person who appears next to him is me. He said this is called 'love intuition'. In addition, my husband And said there were other ways he could tell me apart.”

The smile on Lin Ran's face was extremely bright, and her eyes were filled with happiness. Such a look made Cui Qinglan's eyes hurt.

"You and your husband have such a good relationship!"

Cui Qinglan's tone revealed a sour taste.

But Lin Ran didn't notice it. She smiled sheepishly: "We are an old married couple. There is no need to be emotional. I feel that my husband and I are not only husband and wife now, but also the closest and dearest relatives!"

Cui Qinglan changed the subject at this time: "I have always heard you say how beautiful and nice your mansion is. Do you mind if I come to your house to pay my respects later?"

"Of course I don't mind."

Lin Ran responded with a smile.

"Okay, there is less than half an hour left before going to work, so I won't disturb you here. Let's talk when we have time." Cui Qinglan stood up from her chair. After being sent out of the office by Lin Ran, she did not take two steps. , his face became gloomy.

It’s not that she didn’t know that she had a failed marriage, and that she had an affair, Grandma Jing. If she really regarded her as a friend, would she stab her in the heart again and again?

You praise your husband, your mother-in-law, your brother-in-law and sister-in-law. Are there any friends like this?

Cui Qinglan felt that Lin Ran was just adding salt to her wounds, and felt that if she hadn't been so courageous, she and Lin Ran would have fallen out.

……

With the onset of winter, there are obviously more patients in the hospital. As a pediatrician, Lin Ran has been very busy recently and has performed several surgeries in a week.

In order to observe the condition of the minor patients in time, I have not gone home for several consecutive days.

"Aren't you going to go home and have a look today?"

Before getting off work that day, Cui Qinglan came to Lin Ran's office and seemed to ask a casual question.

"I just had an operation this afternoon and I need to monitor the patient's condition at all times."

While sorting out the cases on his desk, Lin Ran responded to Cui Qinglan.

"Don't you miss your husband and children?"

Cui Qinglan asked with a smile.

"The child is taken care of. They know that I am busy in the hospital. As for my husband, he has been very busy recently and has no time to go home like me." Lin Ran said, with a touch of softness in her expression: "My husband He calls me every day before going to bed and tells me not to be too tired."

Cui Qinglan was a little disgusted when she heard this. She said, "It's great to have a husband. Look how considerate your husband is!"

"You can also have a considerate person by your side to talk to you."

Lin Ran tidied up his desk and looked up at Cui Qinglan: "Director Zhang seems to be interested in you, don't you want to consider it?"

"You mean Director Zhang Xinglei of our Department of Pediatrics?"

Cui Qinglan frowned slightly: "Are you really talking about him?"

"What? Are you not satisfied, or do you think it's impossible?"

Lin Ran raised his eyebrows: "Director Zhang is only a few years older than you. Although he is a little tall, he is about 175cm, which is considered short. Furthermore, Director Zhang has a ten-year-old son, so I can save you. When it comes to having children, I personally think you and Director Zhang are a good match together."

"What does it mean to be a good match?"

Cui Qinglan was a little unhappy: "Director Zhang is six years older than me. He also has a ten-year-old son who is just average in appearance. I will not consider him."

"It's not good to pick and choose, not to mention that we are all about to reach our fourth grade. Do you think you can meet someone better if you miss Director Zhang?"

Lin Ran personally thinks Director Zhang is pretty good.

He has a gentle temperament. Although he is about 175cm tall, he is thin and looks quite tall. Furthermore, Director Zhang has a handsome appearance and a gentle personality. He was widowed five years ago and has a decent style. He is a grown man who takes care of his son alone. , she has taught her children very well, there is really nothing to fault about her, and she is a perfect match for her good friend.

I don't know if she was angry, but Cui Qinglan blurted out: "If you think Director Zhang is good, you can divorce your husband and marry Director Zhang."

"..."

Lin Ran looked stunned. After a while, she came back to her senses and asked, "Qinglan, do you know what you are talking about?"

Cui Qinglan was asked so much that her eyes dodged and responded: "I'm joking with you, don't you be more true to me." "Have you joking?"

Lin Ran was still a little unhappy after all. She said: "We are friends. I think Director Zhang's conditions are just right for you. After all, you have never thought about having a child by yourself, and Director Zhang has a son. You don’t need to think too much.

Furthermore, Director Zhang has a handsome appearance and a gentle temperament. He has taught his son well and is a native of Beicheng. The most important thing is that Director Zhang should be sincere towards you. This is evident from the way he looks at you. It's hard to find, but it's easy to find priceless treasures, and it's rare to find a lover. I really think you two are suitable, and I don't want to miss a good marriage. "

Hearing this, Cui Qinglan did not respond for a long time.

Good marriage?

What's better?

Is Director Zhang’s family background better than your husband’s, or is his appearance, height, and ability better than your husband’s?

I can stand and talk without pain in my back, I marry well, but I ask her to make do with my life. Is this a bad thing for a friend like this?

Cui Qinglan murmured in her heart.

Lin Ran was unaware of Cui Qinglan's psychological activities. She continued to work for Cui Qinglan out of good intentions and said: "Director Zhang has no brothers, only one sister. He was married six or seven years ago. He has a house in our hospital. He does not live with his parents. His only son is named Zhang Fei. He lives with his grandparents during school days and only goes to Director Zhang during the winter and summer vacations. It is said that the child studies well and is very sensible. If you marry Director Zhang, you will have Aren’t you happy to have such a ready-made son?”

"What should I be happy about? Yes, I never thought about having children before, but after divorcing my ex-husband, I changed my mind and felt that it would be good to have a child of my own if I could have one."

Cui Qinglan pretended to be nonchalant and said: "Lin Ran, you don't have to say good things to Director Zhang in front of me. I have something to say to you today. To be honest with you, if I remarry, then the other party's conditions will not matter. To reach the level of your husband, at least it has to be similar, otherwise, I don’t think there’s anything wrong with being single like this.”

"But Director Zhang's conditions are not bad."

Lin Ran couldn't figure out what Cui Qinglan was obsessed with. Compared to her husband, Director Zhang was inferior in terms of his own conditions and family background, but did Cui Qinglan need to compare Director Zhang to her husband?

What's more, Director Zhang's conditions are better than those of many ordinary men. Besides, Cui Qinglan, her friend who is about to go to the fourth grade, will undoubtedly be a high-collar mother if she wants to have a child. Whether it is during pregnancy or delivery, there will be carries great danger.

Compared with her own fate, Lin Ran felt that if she were Cui Qinglan, she would choose not to give birth.

——Since you decided not to have children at the best age for pregnancy, why should you choose to take risks again at this age when you are about to turn four?

"Lin Ran, if you insist on saying that, I very much suspect that you are attracted to Director Zhang. If you are really convinced by me, you can divorce and show your affection to Director Zhang. Maybe Director Zhang will register with you to get the certificate without saying anything. .”

Cui Qinglan's words were obviously filled with dissatisfaction and a bit sharp, but Lin Ran was not stupid and could not help but sense something was wrong. She frowned: "Qinglan, I am trying to persuade you with good intentions, but you don't want to just ignore it. Do you need to speak so harshly?"

Before Cui Qinglan could speak, she added, "I have a son and a daughter. I'm just living a good life. Why should I divorce my husband?"

"Lin Ran, don't think my words are unpleasant. Think about it from my perspective. If you were me and I obviously don't like Director Zhang, but I thought you had to choose from him because of your good reputation, would you be happy?"

Cui Qinglan looked at Lin Ran steadily. Hearing this, Lin Ran was stunned for a moment. She looked unclear and said, "I'm sorry for meddling in other people's business!"

"We are friends. You really do it for my own good, but you don't have to apologize to me for such a small thing."

Although she said so, Cui Qinglan felt in her heart that Lin Ran should apologize to her.

"I will be on duty in the second half of the night. If you have nothing else to do, I will go back to my residence to rest." After working in this hospital for many years, Lin Ran was naturally assigned a house in the family hospital with an area of ​​about 80 square meters. It is a two-bedroom apartment. If you work overtime or need to work night shifts, it is undoubtedly more convenient to live in the housing allocated by the hospital.

Cui Qinglan shook his head: "You go ahead, I'm on duty in the first half of the night."

Walking out of the office with Lin Ran, Cui Qinglan looked unclear as she watched Lin Ran walk away. She put her hands in the pockets of her white coat and returned to her own office.

With this incident, the friendship between Lin Ran and Cui Qinglan seems to have not changed on the surface, but in fact, Lin Ran still has some grudges against Cui Qinglan in his heart.

But she didn't know that Cui Qinglan's desire to poach her was growing day by day.

No, while she was too busy to go home and communicate with Minghan, Cui Qinglan used her banner to go to Minghan's workplace and put a portion of the spareribs soup she cooked by herself in the guard duty room. She said that she was a good friend of Minghan's wife, and she was passing by to help bring some bone soup to Minghan's body.

Cui Qinglan was not worried that Minghan would expose the matter to Lin Ran. She thought it was just a trivial matter, and Minghan would not specifically ask Lin Ran if he asked a friend to bring him bone soup to the work.

Clinker, not long after Cui Qinglan put the insulated lunch box in the guard duty room of Minghan's unit, Minghan received a call from the guard and came to pick up the insulated lunch box. At that time, he dialed Lin Ran's mobile phone.

"Daughter-in-law, thank you!"

"what?"

"Thank you for the bone broth. By the way, when are you going home?"

"Bone soup? I've been very busy recently. I haven't even gone home. I live here in the hospital. How can I have time to buy ribs to make soup for you? Do you want to explain to me what's going on on these bones? "

Lin Ran was full of doubts.

"Didn't you ask your friend to help bring it here?"

"No, which friend are you talking about?"

"Cui Qinglan, the comrade on duty in the guard room of our unit told me this."

"Okay, I understand. If you want to drink, you can drink it. If you don't want to drink it, take it home. I will go back after get off work today."

Hearing that something was wrong with Lin Ran's tone, Minghan responded directly: "I will take it back." He had already noticed that the origin of this bone soup was fishy. Well, it was Lin Ran who made it clear enough, and Minghan was not lacking. Take a sip of bone broth and naturally you won’t touch something made by another woman.

There is still half an hour before I go to work in the afternoon.

Lin Ran was waiting at the door of Cui Qinglan's office. The moment he saw Cui Qinglan walking over, obviously in a good mood, Lin Ran's face immediately darkened.

"Wait for me here?"

Cui Qinglan raised her eyebrows: "Is something wrong?"

"What do you say?"

Lin Ran walked in after the other party took out the key and opened the office door. When Cui Qinglan closed the door, she looked at Cui Qinglan with a complicated expression, as if she wanted to look into the other party's heart and asked, "Why do you do that?"

She didn't want it to be what she thought.

A few years ago, Wang Qiang wanted to poach her. Unexpectedly, her good friend Cui Qinglan... after her marriage was broken by a third party, she actually imitated the third party and tried to destroy her marriage. This is a good thing. What can friends do?

"Lin Ran, I don't understand what you mean. How about you speak more clearly."

Cui Qinglan vaguely had a bad premonition. After all, what she did was disgraceful, but at this time she was holding on to a trace of luck, hoping that it was not what she thought.

Unexpectedly, Lin Ran slapped her casually.

"you……"

Covering the beaten face, Cui Qinglan's eyes were filled with annoyance: "What do you mean?"

"It's already this time, and you're still pretending to be confused. Cui Qinglan, having a friend like you makes me feel sick!"

Lin Ran glared at the other party: "I regard you as a friend, but you are targeting my husband. Is it because all the men in this world are dead that you are targeting my husband?"

"You know? Did he tell you?"

Although he already had the answer in his mind, Cui Qinglan still asked Lin Ran without giving up.

"My husband thanks me for the pork rib soup that I asked you to deliver. Cui Qinglan, don't you think your methods and intentions are dirty?"

As Lin Ran said, she suddenly laughed at herself: "I was also stupid. I didn't know that you had been eyeing my husband for a long time, right? In fact, you had been eyeing my husband for a long time, and that's why you didn't take a liking to Director Zhang, and you almost even had sex with me. I turned against him and thought I was being nosy."

"..."

The corners of her mouth twitched. Cui Qinglan wanted to defend herself, but she didn't know how to speak.

Just because she feels guilty!

"Have you nothing to say, or are you too embarrassed to say it?"

Lin Ran asked: "You gave me an idea earlier, asking me to make trouble with my husband when I have nothing to do, so as to arouse my husband's ideas and ask me to ignore my children, so as to scare them, so that they take the initiative to ask for help." When I got close, you were already eyeing my husband, right?"

After pursing her lips and being silent for a while, Cui Qinglan bravely tried to clear herself up: "You misunderstood me. How could I have such thoughts? We are the best friends, not to mention that as the saying goes, rabbits don't eat grass beside their nests..."

Lin Ran interrupted the other party: "Okay, I won't believe a word you say!" There was disappointment and anger in her eyes, and she said word by word: "I didn't expect you to be that kind of person... Obviously you are My marriage was broken up because of a third party. How come I want to be a third party and intend to destroy my marriage?

But it's a pity that my husband is different from your ex-husband. He is dedicated to relationships, has a sense of responsibility for his family, and is smart enough. Otherwise, I would not have been firmly seated as the second daughter-in-law of the Luo family for many years! "

Cui Qinglan knew that from this moment on, her friendship with Lin Ran was over. Based on this, she stopped pretending and said coldly: "If you have finished speaking, please leave."

Lin Ran's face was extremely ugly: "Just let me go like this, do you think you did nothing wrong?"

"I never regret anything I've done."

The implication is that if you do it, you do it. It is impossible for her to apologize.

"Okay, I was blind and mistook the jackal for my friend. From now on, you and I are no longer friends!"

After finishing his words, Lin Ran left with a cold face.

The office door opened and closed, and Cui Qinglan sat on the office chair with an expressionless expression.

The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. She felt that Minghan was a ruthless man who wanted to tell his wife everything. As a result, she not only received a slap in the face from Lin Ran, but was also pointed at the nose and humiliated.

Then catch the bugs. . .