[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-reborn-as-a-1960s-mother-i-ll-shield-my-forgotte":3,"chapter-reborn-as-a-1960s-mother-i-ll-shield-my-forgotte-reborn-as-a-1960s-mother-i-ll-shield-my-forgotte-chapter-433":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Reborn as a 1960s Mother: I’ll Shield My Forgotten Children!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2328128,4552,"Chapter 433: Have You Found the Person You Want to Spend Your Life With?","reborn-as-a-1960s-mother-i-ll-shield-my-forgotte-chapter-433",433,"\u003Cp>These past two days, Lin Zhao felt her nose itchy and kept sneezing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body showed no discomfort, but her left eye kept twitching; Gu Chenghuai was deeply worried and even suggested taking her to the hospital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Zhao firmly refused, “Nothing’s wrong—why go to the hospital for no reason? Just waste a few vials of blood.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those needles are thick as hell; they hurt like hell when they pierce you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She subtly changed the subject, “I have a strong feeling—something good is about to happen.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Chenghuai listened carefully and replied, “Is that so? Then I hope your intuition comes true.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I will definitely get what I wish for.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu rested for two days, waiting until her car arrived before driving to Haicheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her father had taught her: at all times, remain calm and composed; first make yourself comfortable, then attend to other matters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So she was someone who strictly followed comfort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first thing she did upon arriving in Haicheng was to visit her family’s ancestral home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lin family’s ancestral home was vast, built in European style, with a massive crystal chandelier, a spiral staircase, a huge front lawn, many servants, a driver, and bodyguards—it was the paradise holding countless beautiful memories of Lin Yu’s youth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But right now, what did she see?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Where had the beautiful lawn gone? What were those potholes?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And what were those messy, filthy, stinking little huts?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu’s beautiful face darkened instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had never, never been this angry before!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart felt like it would explode!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yuyu.” Cen Yan sharply sensed the cold aura around him and turned to his fiancée in surprise, “What’s wrong?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He asked, confused, “Didn’t you want to come home? Why aren’t you moving?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu took a deep breath, her tone calm, “We’re here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan: “?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On his handsome, shrewdly businesslike face, a rare flicker of stunned confusion appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pointed to the chaotic spot nearby, “That? How could this be?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan would never believe his fiancée had grown up in such a filthy, disorderly place—such a lady, radiating innate pride, was raised from childhood with pure gold and silver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Has your family home been occupied?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu felt as if an arrow had pierced her chest; she didn’t want to respond to that, turning instead to the receptionist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is my family’s ancestral home—why are people still living here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the official could speak again, Lin Yu continued, “Our Lin family has shown great sincerity, but it seems…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yun Jia’s expression changed slightly; he hurried to say, “Ms. Lin, we too have great sincerity. The nation is rebuilding after years of neglect, and your family voluntarily returned to support national development—we, all the leaders, welcome you wholeheartedly, and that is beyond doubt. As for this matter…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He apologized, “It’s our oversight. Give me two days—I’ll handle it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu wasn’t the type to make things difficult; she nodded, “Fine. I trust Minister Yun.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s discuss the investment in two days. I haven’t returned home in a long time—I’d like to wander around, uh… also to assess things, get a sense of the place first.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yun Jia understood. “Of course.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu and her fiancé stayed in the best room at the Peace Hotel. After one glance at the ruined ancestral home, Lin Yu left with a foul mood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the car window closed, Lin De arrived just in time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He called out, “Miss,” but Lin Yu inside didn’t hear; the car drove off, vanishing quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De sighed deeply, didn’t chase after it, and turned to find Lin Heling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Uncle De, you mean Little Aunt is back?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncle De nodded, certain, “It’s Miss—no doubt about it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His face glowed with joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If Miss is back, Young Master’s return can’t be far off—Grandpa’s vengeance can finally be avenged!” As he spoke the last sentence, a cold glint flashed in Lin De’s eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mastermind behind Grandpa’s death still held a high position, protected by powerful backers. Now that the Lin family had returned with vast funds, he didn’t believe that man could remain seated on his throne!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Uncle De mention her grandfather, Lin Heling’s mood shifted; he was momentarily lost in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where is Little Aunt staying?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncle De: “I arrived too late—I didn’t even catch sight of Miss. I guess she’s staying at the Peace Hotel. I plan to go there tomorrow morning and see if I get lucky.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll go with you.” Lin Heling said without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncle De hesitated, then said, “No need. I’ll go alone—it’s uncertain whether I’ll even find her. Two people aren’t necessary. You focus on your own matters.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he met Miss, she’d surely ask about Grandpa. As the Lin family’s steward, he couldn’t lie to her—he’d have to tell the truth. But… if he told the truth, he feared that in the overwhelming wave of grief, she might blame the innocent Young Master.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People under immense anger and sorrow speak without thinking—and their words are the most hurtful. Uncle De feared she’d say something irreparable, and feared the Young Master would sink into unbearable guilt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was the last thing he wanted to see.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Heling instantly understood Uncle De’s concerns; he didn’t insist, simply replied, “Alright.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The matter was settled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was a steady person—even knowing he’d soon meet his long-absent father, he didn’t rush or lose patience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncle De arrived at the entrance of the Peace Hotel and walked in confidently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guard glanced at him—a plain-looking old man, yet his aura was anything but ordinary, like someone from the underworld.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Old comrade, you’re…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the guard finished, Lin De waved him off, “Go about your business. I’m just asking about someone—I’ll be gone in a moment.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, he passed the well-dressed security guard and entered the hotel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He approached the front desk and asked directly, “Girl, can I ask you about someone?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The receptionist flashed her standard eight-white-teeth smile, “Hello, guest. I’m sorry, but I can’t help you. We strictly protect our guests’ privacy—we cannot disclose any information. I truly apologize.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De had prepared for this; he ignored her words, “I know that. When I came and went from this hotel, you weren’t even born. I won’t make you break rules—no need to check anything. Just pass on this message for me: tell Ms. Lin Yu that an old man named Lin De is looking for her…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the girl’s pupils contract slightly, Lin De confirmed: Miss was definitely here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He slowly walked to the sofa by the glass window, sat down heavily, and stared outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The receptionist went to the manager, explained the situation. The manager thought for a moment, then went personally to the top floor and knocked on the VIP guest’s door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu was resting. Hearing the knock, she frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood up, walked over, opened the door—her bathrobe was of excellent quality, soft as clouds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What is it? I didn’t call room service,” Lin Yu asked, her tone faintly questioning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager nodded gently, then explained, “Ms. Lin, I apologize for the disturbance. There’s a special matter requiring my personal visit. Someone claiming to be Lin De asked us to deliver a message to you…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing “Lin De,” Lin Yu’s mind went blank for an instant—her eyes instantly brightened. She grabbed the female manager’s hand, her face filled with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where is he?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is he still here? Did you not chase him away?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hurried to go down and meet the steward, but after two steps, realized she was still in her bathrobe. She turned back, and before entering the room, said to the manager, “I’ll go change clothes—please keep him here. Thank you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Rest assured, Ms. Lin.” The manager knew she’d won; her lips curved upward as she took the elevator down with light steps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She personally brought Lin De tea, a plate of fruit, and a plate of specialty pastries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De glanced once and knew it was settled. He picked up the teacup, blew on it, and sipped the Peace Hotel’s tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The taste was wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Far inferior to what it used to be.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu quickly changed clothes, put on jewelry, applied a light makeup to brighten her complexion, and ran downstairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her beautiful face beamed with a smile—anyone could see her good mood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan had just finished exercising and brought Lin Yu the butterfly pastries she’d long craved; he was heading to her room when he stepped out of the elevator and met her face-to-face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yuyu, why are you up so early? Didn’t you want to sleep in a little longer?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu got straight to the point: “My family’s former steward has come. I’m going to see him—you’re my fiancé, come with me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sure.” Cen Yan followed his fiancée into the elevator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He adjusted his appearance in the elevator mirror, unsure whether the sweat on his forehead came from exercise or nerves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I haven’t showered—I still smell of sweat. That’s rude. I hope Father won’t misunderstand. I’m usually very careful about personal hygiene.” Cen Yan cleared his throat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm, I can vouch for that. You don’t smoke, don’t drink, don’t touch gambling, drugs, or vice—you’re a good man. Relax, I’ll prove it to him. Don’t worry.” Lin Yu patted her fiancé’s arm, her smile teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan: “...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they spoke, they reached the first floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The female manager stepped forward, pointing to where Lin De sat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“There.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu nodded. “Thank you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan casually tipped her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People from Hong Kong were generous—his tip equaled two months of the manager’s salary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager secretly rejoiced, her face expressionless: “Let me know if you need anything.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu’s heart was already on the reunion; she murmured an answer and hurried toward Lin De with a bright smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Big Brother De.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De was an abandoned child taken in by Old Master Lin; he was about the same age as Lin Fu, and originally served alongside Lin Fu. When Old Master Lin decided to stay behind to search for his grandson Xiao Jiu, Lin De, uneasy, volunteered to stay with him, promising they would reunite with the others in Gangcheng once Xiao Jiu was found—but then…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De stood up, sizing up Lin Yu. She looked just as he remembered—her eyes clear and bright, untouched by hardship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Old Master, you may close your eyes now. The Young Lady is well.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Lady.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu frowned. “Big Brother De, why so formal? Call me Yuyu.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s just habit,” Lin De replied, stubborn to the core, ignoring her words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu pulled him down, anxious. “Big Brother De, where’s my father? He didn’t come?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She pouted. “After all this time, he doesn’t even miss me? How heartbroken.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Remembering the matter at hand, Lin Yu’s face turned serious. She fixed her gaze on Lin De. “Big Brother De, have you found Xiao Jiu? How is he?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We found him. The Young Master is well,” Lin De answered carefully. “He’s married, has four sons and one daughter. The daughter is named Lin Zhao—a university student…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Shichang and his four brothers: Do we not deserve names?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing her nephew had a daughter, Lin Yu’s beautiful face lit up with joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A girl?” Her voice rose involuntarily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Really a girl?!” Lin Yu beamed. “Father must be over the moon! She’s the only girl in the new generation of the Lin family! No wonder he didn’t come see me—he’s got a granddaughter now. Hmph, I’m jealous. Father must buy me a set of jewelry to make up for it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood. “Big Brother De, where do Father and Xiao Jiu live? Take me there right away.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned to her fiancé. “Cen Yan, go get that ruby set for me—I want to give it to… Zhaozhao. That’s her name, right?” Lin Yu asked Lin De.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes,” Lin De explained. “Zhao as in ‘bright as the moon.’”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu said, “My name is Yu from ‘zhong ling yu xiu’—she’s Zhao from ‘zhao ru ming yue.’ We’re of the same lineage.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She felt an instinctive fondness for Lin Zhao; with so many nephews, a niece felt especially precious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan smiled at Lin De, then went to fetch the jewelry for his fiancée.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he turned, his brow twitched slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His father-in-law… must be…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was only his suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De’s reaction confirmed it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If her father were still alive, a man who adored his daughter beyond all else would never have missed meeting his daughter after ten years apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan also suspected her father’s passing… was tragic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of how his fiancée would react upon hearing the news, his heart sank, and he quickened his pace back to the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu was Old Master Lin’s late-life daughter, raised under Lin De’s watchful eye. Lin De, like Old Master Lin, worried endlessly over her marriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Lin Yu’s genuine affection for Cen Yan, Lin De knew he was her partner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Lady, have you found the one you wish to spend your life with?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu nodded openly. “Yes. His name is Cen Yan. He’s the one I’ve chosen.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Recalling how they met, she smiled. “Big Brother De, Father was right—destiny, when it comes, can’t be stopped. It’s truly wondrous.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She and Cen Yan had fallen in love at first sight—both of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that vast sea of people, their eyes met—and both hearts were pierced by Cupid’s arrow at once, beyond recovery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If not for her father’s promise to walk her down the aisle, she might have been married for years already.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your father can rest easy,” Lin De said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu didn’t think twice. “Yes, we’ve been engaged for years. It’s time for the wedding. When Father walks me down the aisle, I’ll be the happiest woman in the world.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was no longer young, but she lacked for nothing in life. Her partner was thoughtful, youthful-looking, kind-hearted—she still looked like she was in her early thirties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing her words, Lin De couldn’t bring himself to speak. His emotions nearly broke; he quickly lowered his head, hiding the pain in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan returned with the jewelry. The three left the restaurant and got into the car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu stared expectantly at Lin De, signaling him to give the driver the address—she was curious where her father and nephew’s family lived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De fell silent for a moment, then gave an address.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The car started.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu froze. “This is the Lin family cemetery’s address. Big Brother De, did you get it wrong?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then it struck her. She slapped her forehead and laughed. “You thought I needed to pay respects to our ancestors after returning, right? Is that the custom on the mainland?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t remember.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fine, we can go to the cemetery,” Lin Yu said. “We should pay our respects anyway.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin De remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cen Yan’s heart grew heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Yu finally realized something was wrong. Her lips turned white, her eyes went blank, her whole body went numb.\u003C\u002Fp>",2513,"2026-06-20T18:59:18.822Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","fc751e16960c30b521d95eb01385417b757d0790d6976a4d10f07cebc3432c47","reborn-as-a-1960s-mother-i-ll-shield-my-forgotte-chapter-434","reborn-as-a-1960s-mother-i-ll-shield-my-forgotte-chapter-432",480,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Freborn-as-a-1960s-mother-i-ll-shield-my-forgotte-cover.jpg"]