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My name is Zhang Dafu and I am 30 years old this year. My wife, Li Mei, and my three children live in a dilapidated studio in our 20s. The house was old, the walls were peeling off, the roof leaked every rainy day, and there was wet mud everywhere. I haven't had a job for a long time, and Li Mei drives a small cart to sell snacks and daily necessities on the street as a hawker, barely supporting a family of five. The children are still young, the eldest son is only 10 years old, the second son is 8 years old, and the youngest daughter is only 5 years old. Li Mei set up a stall outside during the day and took care of the children at night, and her body was already very tired. The children's lives are also very difficult, they often go hungry, they can't afford to buy new clothes to wear, and they don't have New Year's gifts to receive during the Chinese New Year.
I feel very uncomfortable, I don't have a job, my family is so poor, and I have low self-esteem, and I often secretly shed tears in my room alone. Finally, I couldn't stand it anymore and decided to take my family to the county seat to find my brother Zhang Daming for help. Zhang Daming has a good job in the county, with an annual income of hundreds of thousands, married a beautiful and capable girl from the city, and lives a very rich and decent life. This time, I took my wife and children to my brother, hoping that he could give us some help and make the children's lives better.
It is very uncomfortable for children to suffer so much at such a young age. But our family is so poor, and I don't have a job, Li Mei is extremely tired with all the responsibilities of the family alone. This time we went to my brother for refuge, which was our last hope. Zhang Daming has a very high income every year, and he will definitely help us, at least so that the children can be fed and clothed, and live in a house that does not leak rain.
After more than five hours of bumpy driving, we finally arrived at the county seat. I got out of the car with the kids in my arms, and they hung on me weakly, their faces were pale and it was really distressing to look at. I know that they can't keep up with their nutrition these days and their bodies are very weak, but for their good, I can only endure the pain and let them suffer a little bit. My brother will definitely give them good food and let them regain their health.
The doorbell rang for a while, and finally someone came to open the door. The one who opened the door was a tall, sweet-looking woman, who should be my brother's wife, Li Yan. She looked at our tattered family with a surprised expression on her face, and politely asked, "Excuse me, who are you?"
I hurriedly explained: "Li Yan, I am your Zhang Daming's younger brother Zhang Dafu. This is my wife and children, we have come here from our hometown and want to come to you for a while. ”
Li Yan looked us up and down, and the expression on her face became a little impatient: "Why did you suddenly come to our house?"
I briefly explained the situation at home, and pointed to the weak appearance of the children, hoping to impress her: "It is really difficult for us in our hometown, you see that the children are skinny, it is really too bitter." I hope to stay here for a while and leave when we get better. ”
Li Yan frowned: "Live with us? What are you kidding, our home is not a nursing home or a shelter, you can come and stay casually." Zhang Daming is so busy with work, he doesn't have time to take care of your family. Besides, you have to spend money on food and housing, and we can't afford to support your whole family. ”
I begged bitterly: "Li Yan, just help, your conditions are so good, it shouldn't be a big problem to take us in for a short time." The children are so young that they really can't eat and clothe themselves, so you can do well, give them a food and clothing environment, and when we stabilize, we will definitely be grateful to you. ”
Li Yan was unmoved, and said resolutely: "No, it's not good, we are living in a very poor situation, and we can't afford to support your family." Don't expect your brother to agree to take you in, he's so busy with work, how can he have time to take care of you. I'll give you a piece of advice, let's figure it out on your own, don't expect anyone else to help you. All we can do is get you here, and it's time for you to go. ”
I wanted to beg her again, but seeing her resolute attitude, I was speechless and could only walk out of the community disappointed with my family. I looked back and saw Li Yan gesturing to the security guard in the door, and then the door slammed shut.
At this time, it suddenly rained heavily in the sky, and our family stood in the rain, depressed and helpless. My heart fell straight down, and I couldn't muster any more strength. This sudden heavy rain, like the sky
The tears drenched us. I watched the children tremble, and my heart was like a knife. They are so young, but they have to suffer so much, and I am really sorry for them as a father.
"Dad, I'm so cold. The youngest daughter sobbed.
"Mom, I'm hungry. The eldest son also whispered.
Li Mei and I looked at each other, but there was nothing we could do. This sudden rain extinguished our last glimmer of hope, and we had nowhere else to go.
Just then, a valuable business van drove by. I looked at it, and it was actually my brother Zhang Daming in the driver's seat! He must have come home from work. I excitedly stopped his car, and he rolled down the window to reveal an impatient face.
"Brother, you have to help me! Please, just take us in for a while!" I pleaded with the last shred of hope.
But Zhang Daming just frowned, didn't even look at me, and directly started the car and left. He saw how difficult our family's situation was, but he still drove away ruthlessly. I watched in despair as his car disappeared into the rain and finally collapsed to his knees.
Our family of five was at a loss in the pouring rain. I feel helpless and hopeless like never before, we don't even want our last loved ones, who else can we count on in this world?
"Zhang Dafu, you get up, the children are watching!" Li Mei held back her tears and helped me up, "Let's go, it's useless to be here anymore." ”
I know she's right, but where can we go? We have nothing in this strange city, not even shelter from the elements.
We just carried our luggage and walked slowly in the heavy rain. The rain quickly soaked through our clothes and shoes, and my hands and feet were frozen to the point of being unconscious. The children's situation was even worse, their physical strength simply could not support such a long walk, and soon they were too tired to walk, so they had to go from house to house to shelter from the rain.
The night came very quickly, the sky was dark, and the temperature plummeted. It was then that we realized that we might really have to spend this rainy night on the streets.
"Mom and Dad, I'm so scared. The youngest daughter leaned into Li Mei's arms and cried.
My heart is like a knife, but I can't do anything. Eventually, we found a park bench and barely managed to get out of it.
This park is desolate, and the benches are covered in bird droppings and stains. We had no choice but to lie down on the bench. The children fell asleep in a daze, too tired to even feel the cold and stiffness of the bench. Li Mei and I hugged each other to keep warm, but we both lost sleep until dawn.
The night was worse than hell for me. Accompanied by the sound of the night wind and rain, the sound of children crying and begging kept echoing in my head, and the indifferent faces of my brother and wife. I felt more ashamed and inferior than ever before for allowing my loved ones to live this life of displacement.
It was finally dawning, and a night of wind and rain had made the park look bleak. I looked at the sleeping faces of the children and gritted my teeth. We have to find a way to live!
As soon as I was excited, this was the dawn of hope! I asked Li Mei to look at the child, trotted to the newsstand, bought a newspaper and read the job information. It turns out that a new clothing processing factory has opened in the town, and a large number of employees are being recruited. I couldn't wait to come to the factory for an interview and passed it quickly.
Since that day, my life has changed dramatically. I work hard, and although the pay is not high, it is better to be diligent than to do nothing in my hometown. Li Mei also set up a small commodity vendor on the street, and the two of us worked together to make a living, and the days became more and more prosperous. The children's cheeks gradually plumped and became vibrant.
A year later, I saved some money and bought a small apartment for our family. It's only 50 square meters, but it's already very spacious for us. The kids were also old enough to go to school, so I found the best school in the neighborhood for them to attend. Every morning, I watched them rush to the school gate with their school bags on their backs, and the pride and emotion in my heart were beyond words.
Let's be grateful. During the holidays, I take the kids to the park to play and buy toys and snacks that they like. Now I have enough savings to buy a second-hand house so that the children have their own small room. I often proudly say to Li Mei: "Our efforts have not been in vain, the children are growing up day by day, and they will definitely live a good life in the future." ”
I don't think about my heartless brother and sister-in-law anymore. All I think about is my home, and my lovely children. Anyway, with your own hands and feet, you can always make do with your family.
In the blink of an eye, another year has passed. The company has recently been plotting a transformation to stop doing clothing processing and start its own clothing brand. I saw the opportunity and took the initiative to ask Ying to Xi fashion design. The boss saw that I was diligent and hardworking, so he gave me this opportunity.
"Mom, it's because Dad is so attentive that the boss reuses him!" The eldest son said happily.
In this way, our family relied on our unremitting efforts to finally live a decent and well-off life. I will never envy or blame others again, because I know that as long as I am willing to work hard, I will be able to change my destiny and create the future. Now I am full of strength and no longer afraid of any difficulties. I know that life is full of hope, and as long as I don't give up, I will definitely be able to open the door to life.
In the blink of an eye, I have been working in this clothing company for 5 years. From an ordinary worker, I have grown into one of the core designers of the company. The clothing line I designed was very popular, and sales increased dramatically every season. My boss saw that I was outstanding and had promoted me to be the manager of the design department.
As a result, I have accumulated a considerable amount of wealth, changed my family, and the educational environment of my children is getting better and better. I often feel how many difficulties I have gone through in exchange for today's happy life. This makes me more cherishing and more diligent.
Just recently, my boss talked to me and wanted to promote me to vice president and join the company's core management. I'm thrilled, it's the best reward for my years of hard work. From a down-and-out unemployed person to one day becoming an executive in a company, I had some hard time believing it was true.
"Congratulations Dad!" That night, the family gathered to celebrate my promotion.
"You are the ones who give me the most motivation. I will continue to work hard to lead the company to a more brilliant tomorrow!" I said with a lot of emotion.
In this way, a new journey began. I am fully committed to ensuring that the company continues to grow and that our family lives are more prosperous. The difficult years of the past are gone, and I feel happier and more fulfilled than ever.
Man, not being satisfied is the greatest sin. At the beginning, my brother's glamorous life was based on crimes that harmed others and benefited himself. As for me, I worked hard because I had nothing, but instead I went on the right path and gained true happiness.
"Dad, money is not the most important thing, health and happiness are. "My eldest son came and patted me, and he looked like an adult.
I nodded, yes, I have gone through the ups and downs of life and understood what the true meaning of life is. Money and status will eventually be far away from me, but my inner peace and happiness will always follow me.
I started spending more time outside of my family and work. I actively participate in some public welfare activities to reach out to those who need more help. I also often take my children out to enjoy the beauty of nature. Our family is getting more and more harmonious, and we are happy every day.
One day, an unfamiliar number called me out of the blue. After connecting, the other party was actually my second brother Zhang Dagang! I have not been in touch for many years, and I am indescribably excited. It turned out that he had been doing business in the field, and he remembered me as soon as he came back. I warmly reunited with him and invited him to my home.
"Daifuku, I heard that you are doing well in the clothing company, your brother and I are proud of you!" The second brother said with a hearty smile.
I smiled shyly and said to him, "I just keep a positive heart, and life will get better and better." Otherwise, I would have been crushed by the difficulties. ”
The second brother nodded approvingly: "It's not easy for you to go through so much and still be optimistic." Your success is made by your own hands, and you deserve respect more than anything else!"
Since then, I have reconnected with my second brother. His business acumen and connections have helped me a lot. With his support, my clothing business has become more and more prosperous, and I have become a leader in the industry.
And just like that, a few more years of calm passed. As the children grow up, they also shine in their respective fields. When they got married and had children, Li Mei and I also became happy grandparents.
Looking at the innocent and cute smiling faces of my grandchildren, I can't help but think of my most difficult years. At that time, the pain was blurred, and all that was left was a resilient heart. It was that heart that turned me from danger to safety and created a brilliant life.
My experience has taught me that there are no hopelessness in life, only the hopeless and hopeful. I was fortunate to have met Li Mei, a valuable companion, in the most difficult time.