Lao Li and Wang Fatzi: The Differences and Pursuits of Rural Life
In this small village, there lived two neighbors, Lao Li and Wang Fatzi. Their lives are so different that you can't help but want to explore why.
Since childhood, Lao Li has lived a hard life. He is the only son in the family, so he carries the hope of the family. Boys are staggeringly valued in rural society, while girls are neglected. This kind of value deeply affected Lao Li's psychological state when he grew up.
As time passed, Lao Li gradually understood the importance of the concept of face in rural society. He saw the people around him compare real estate, vehicles and material wealth, and his heart developed a desire for a better life.
However, in contrast, Wang Fatzi lived a leisurely life. He didn't have much pressure since he was a child, and he didn't have much interest in material pursuits. He enjoys fishing, chatting, and enjoying the tranquility that nature brings.
As he grew older, Lao Li worked hard to provide a better living environment for his family. He traded his hard work for every penny and saved up a sum of money to buy a house. This dream became the motivation for his perseverance.
However, in the social comparison, Lao Li felt tremendous pressure. Whenever he saw someone else owning a luxury villa, his heart was filled with anxiety and uneasiness. His quest for real estate goes beyond simply providing a living space.
In Lao Li's eyes, the house represents face, status and dignity. Only having his own independent, complete and beautiful and spacious house can make him feel satisfied and proud.
It is undeniable that in this era of rapid changes in globalization, rural society is also undergoing earth-shaking changes. Traditional ideas are gradually being incorporated into modern thought, and family is still very important to a person.
By comparing the living gap between Lao Li and Wang Fatzi and their pursuit methods, it can be found that in rural society, individual living standards are closely related to the concept of face.
In the end, after the passage of time, Lao Li finally realized his wish for many years - to have a complete and happy space for his own family.
Through this story, we can deeply understand the values of rural society and the efforts and changes made by individuals in the face of external pressure!