After Transmigrating into 1970s the Villainous Ex-Wife of a Bigshot Became the Darling of the Whole Family

Jiang Yuman transmigrates into the body of a villainess in a retro romance novel set in 1970s China. She becomes the wife of Fu Jingchen, a military officer from a prestigious family, and finds herself six months pregnant. The original owner of this body had been vain and materialistic, scheming to marry into power. When Fu Jingchen’s father was suspended for investigation and the family was ordered to relocate to the countryside, the original owner panicked. She demanded a divorce, attempted to abort the baby, and reported the Fu family to authorities to secure her own safety in the city. This betrayal caused the Fu mother to die of a heart attack and the Fu father to fall ill, leading to the family’s ruin. In the original story, the villainess later fell for a scammer and was sold to a remote village, meeting a tragic end.

Jiang Yuman, aware of these future events, decides to change her fate. She chooses to stay with Fu Jingchen and keep the child, hoping to enjoy the privileges of being the wife of a military elite. When Fu Jingchen, exhausted and heartbroken, asks her to keep the baby for the sake of his parents, she agrees. She also announces her intention to accompany the family to the countryside, shocking everyone. Fu Jingchen is suspicious of her sudden change in attitude, but the Fu parents are relieved and grateful. They give her their remaining savings and supplies before departure.

Jiang Yuman returns to her natal home to reclaim gifts and money that her stepmother and father had taken from her. Her father, Jiang Mingbin, and stepmother, Pan Lanfeng, are greedy and neglectful. Jiang Yuman threatens to expose them to the factory authorities if they do not return her mother’s compensation and jewelry. Fearing scandal, they reluctantly give her eighteen hundred yuan and her mother’s progressive award certificate. During this process, Jiang Yuman discovers a mysterious emerald pendant inside the frame. When her blood touches it, she gains access to a spatial dimension with fertile land, spring water, and storage capacity.

Using this golden finger, Jiang Yuman prepares for the move to the countryside. She visits black markets to buy large quantities of food, including eggs, pork, beef, rice, and flour, storing them in her space. She also purchases daily necessities and clothing. The Fu family departs for Luochuan County, traveling by train for two days. On the train, they encounter Zhou Yun, a woman who despises Jiang Yuman’s perceived laziness and privilege. Zhou Yun’s family is also relocated to the same brigade.

Upon arrival at Shinianzi Brigade, the Yao family, led by Brigade Leader Yao Anguo, assigns them housing at the youth station. Zhou Yun’s family is housed nearby. The conditions are poor, with only two rooms and no separate stove. Jiang Yuman is told to rest due to her pregnancy while the men clean the house. Zhou Yun and her mother-in-law mock Jiang Yuman, predicting that the Fu family will suffer without a working woman to earn points for food rations. Jiang Yuman, however, is confident due to her stocked supplies and the support of her husband and in-laws. The story follows her efforts to navigate rural life, manage her family’s reputation, and avoid the pitfalls that led to the original villainess’s downfall.

Fu Jingchen remains cautious but begins to trust Jiang Yuman as she proves her commitment to the family. He protects her from harassment and ensures her comfort. The Fu parents treat her with kindness and respect, contrasting with the original owner’s abuse. Jiang Yuman maintains a facade of fragility to avoid excessive labor while secretly planning to use her space to improve their living conditions. She anticipates conflicts with Zhou Yun and other villagers but relies on her foresight and resources to overcome them. The narrative focuses on her adaptation to the harsh realities of 1970s rural China while preserving her status and happiness.

As the family settles in, Jiang Yuman gives birth to a healthy child, strengthening her bond with Fu Jingchen. The Fu father is eventually exonerated, and the family’s prospects improve. Jiang Yuman uses her space to provide ample food and medicine, earning the respect of the villagers. She also reconciles with Fu Haitang, who initially resented her but comes to appreciate her kindness. The story highlights Jiang Yuman’s strategic use of her knowledge and supernatural advantage to transform her destiny from a tragic villainess to a beloved matriarch.