Married to the Boss in the '70s: All He Wants Is a Child

Jiang Tian, a modern woman with billions in assets and a spatial dimension, transmigrates into the body of a village girl known for being simple-minded. Born after her mother died in childbirth and abandoned by her missing father, she lives with her younger brother, Jiang Er. Upon arrival, she discovers she has married Xie Chen, the second male lead of a novel she once read. Xie Chen is a frail, poisoned man destined to die before twenty, sold by his family to Jiang Tian’s household because no one else wanted him. In the original story, the female lead, Jiang Ying, a reborn educated youth, would eventually save Xie Chen and win the affection of the male lead, Lin Muyu. Jiang Tian, however, refuses to yield her husband to the reborn female lead, deciding to use her knowledge and spatial abilities to change their fate.

Immediately after transmigration, Jiang Tian retrieves Xie Chen from a mass grave where Jiang Ying had abandoned him. Using spiritual spring water from her space, she begins treating his chronic poisoning. She also reveals her intelligence to Jiang Er, securing his loyalty while maintaining a low profile regarding her abilities. The Xie family, led by Xie Chen’s stepmother Ma Yueying and second sister-in-law Chen Meiling, arrives demanding Xie Chen back and accusing Jiang Tian of mistreatment. Jiang Tian counters by summoning the village doctor, who confirms Xie Chen has been poisoned for years. She publicly severs ties with the Xie family, obtaining a legal document that frees her from any further obligation or financial claim.

With the Xie family cut off, Jiang Tian focuses on restoring Xie Chen’s health and improving their living standards. She hunts game in the mountains with Jiang Er, establishes a black market trade network to acquire supplies, and uses her spatial resources to provide nutritious food and medicine. Xie Chen’s condition improves significantly, and he begins to develop deep affection for Jiang Tian, who reciprocates despite her initial reservations. Meanwhile, Jiang Ying, unaware that Jiang Tian has also changed, attempts to insert herself into Jiang Tian’s life under the guise of friendship. She requests to stay at Jiang Tian’s house, hoping to get closer to Xie Chen and uncover the source of his recovery.

Jiang Tian firmly rejects Jiang Ying’s requests, citing propriety and lack of space. Jiang Ying’s persistence draws criticism from villagers and the women’s director, who recognize her manipulative tactics. Despite the hostility, Jiang Ying remains determined to reclaim her place in Xie Chen’s life, believing her rebirth gives her an advantage. Jiang Tian, however, remains vigilant, using her modern knowledge and spatial cheats to protect her family and secure their future. The story follows their daily life as they navigate the challenges of the 1970s countryside, build their household, and face the ongoing schemes of the reborn female lead.

As Xie Chen grows stronger, he takes on more responsibilities, assisting Jiang Tian with household chores and preparing to hunt alongside her. Their relationship deepens, marked by moments of intimacy and mutual support. Jiang Tian continues to manage their finances and trade, ensuring a steady supply of food and goods. She also plans to send Jiang Er to school, believing education is key to his future. The narrative highlights the contrast between the original novel’s tragic ending and the new path Jiang Tian has carved out, emphasizing themes of survival, family, and resistance against predetermined fate.

The conflict with Jiang Ying escalates as she attempts to sabotage Jiang Tian’s efforts and win Xie Chen’s favor through deceit. Jiang Tian anticipates these moves and counters them with calculated actions, leveraging her knowledge of the plot and her spatial advantages. The story concludes with Jiang Tian and Xie Chen solidifying their bond, having successfully severed ties with his toxic family and established a stable, prosperous life. Jiang Ying’s schemes remain unresolved, setting the stage for future confrontations as she refuses to accept her diminished role in Xie Chen’s life.