Transmigrated as a Supporting Character into a Villainous Family

In 1961, during the third month of the lunar calendar, Bai Ji gave birth to a premature daughter at seven months gestation. The delivery was complicated by a fall that occurred while she was pregnant, an incident caused by her five-year-old nephew, Lin Dayang, who pushed her in the Lin family courtyard. Despite the medical risks, both mother and child survived, though the doctor warned that Bai Ji’s difficult labor had likely rendered her infertile. This news devastated the Lin family, particularly Old Lin and his wife, who were obsessed with producing a male heir to continue the family line. Their disappointment was immediate and vocal, with Old Lin’s wife openly complaining that the hospital visit was a waste of money since the baby was a girl.

The Lin family is a large, traditional household where the eldest son’s branch is favored, and grandsons are treated as precious assets while granddaughters are largely ignored. Bai Ji’s husband, Lin Yongcheng, is the youngest son and works as a deputy head of security at a county mine. He had recently transferred back to his hometown, and the family had built a large brick house in the village, which became a source of envy and greed for the Lin elders. When Li Qiurong and Bai Zhu, Bai Ji’s parents, arrived at the hospital, they witnessed the Lin in-laws’ cruelty. Old Lin’s wife attempted to kneel before the doctor, begging for a cure so her son could have heirs, completely disregarding her daughter-in-law’s health. The Bai parents remained silent, observing the toxicity, and resolved to confront the Lin family once Bai Ji recovered.

Days after the birth, the Lin family refused to let Bai Ji and the newborn enter their home. Mrs. Lin declared that Bai Ji was useless because she could not bear more children and suggested that Lin Yongcheng divorce her and remarry to secure an heir. They even brought a matchmaker to find a new wife for Lin Yongcheng, hoping to replace Bai Ji entirely. The situation escalated when Lin Dayang’s grandmother cursed the premature infant, wishing she would die so she would not consume family resources. In response, Li Qiurong demanded a formal agreement to sever ties, ensuring the Lin family could not later claim the child. The agreement was witnessed by the village brigade leader, and Bai Ji’s elder daughter, Xiao Zisu, chose to leave with her maternal grandparents, rejecting the Lin family’s hostility.

Lin Yongcheng returned from work to find his wife and children gone and his parents actively seeking a new bride. He was furious upon learning that his family had driven his pregnant wife to premature labor and then abandoned them. He rode to the Bai family home to apologize and support his wife. Upon returning to the Lin household, he confronted his father and elder brother, Lin Yongjia, who had failed to protect his son from causing harm. In a violent outburst, Lin Yongcheng beat Lin Yongjia with a chair, demanding justice for his family. He threatened to kill his nephew if he ever harmed his daughters again and insisted on splitting the family.

Under pressure from Lin Yongcheng’s aggression and the threat of further violence, Old Lin agreed to the family split. Lin Yongcheng moved out, taking his wife and two daughters to live with the Bai family. He changed his youngest daughter’s surname to Bai, ensuring she would not be claimed by the Lin family for inheritance or labor purposes. The village viewed the Lin family’s actions as shameful, as they had driven away their most successful son. Meanwhile, the newborn, named Bai Guo, displayed unusual behavior. She was extremely quiet, rarely crying, and showed little interest in her surroundings. Her parents worried she might be dull or ill, but her grandfather, a barefoot doctor, confirmed she was healthy, albeit small.

As Bai Guo grew, her laziness became apparent. She refused to roll over or move, preferring to lie still like a salted fish. Her parents tried various methods to encourage her, including using toys and bath time as incentives. However, Bai Guo only responded to baths, which she loved. When her father tricked her by placing her in an empty bath basin, she held a grudge and refused to cooperate with future baths. Despite her passive nature, she showed moments of defiance, such as wetting her father during a diaper change. The family adapted to her quiet temperament, and Lin Yongcheng dedicated himself to caring for his daughters, working to provide for them while maintaining distance from his toxic extended family.

The story highlights the contrast between the selfish, patriarchal Lin family and the supportive, loving Bai family. While the Lin elders plotted for profit and male heirs, the Bai family prioritized the well-being of their daughter and grandchildren. Lin Yongcheng’s transformation from a dutiful son to a protective father marks a significant turning point, as he chooses his nuclear family over his parents’ demands. The narrative sets the stage for Bai Guo’s unique upbringing, where her unconventional behavior is met with patience and care rather than criticism.