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My name is Lin Xiaochen, I am Chinese New Year's Eve years old, I am an accountant, and my husband Zhang Qiang and I live a seemingly ordinary but complicated life in this metropolis. We have been married for six years and have a stable relationship, but the family relationship is a permanent problem, especially with my eccentric mother-in-law.
Today is a special day because my mother-in-law suddenly made an unacceptable request. I still remember that the sun was shining on the floor through the curtains in the living room, Zhang Qiang and I were sitting on the sofa, and my mother-in-law was sitting on the chair opposite, and the atmosphere was a little heavy.
"Xiaochen, I have an idea that I want to discuss with you. The mother-in-law spoke, her voice calm, but I could feel the uneasiness hidden in it.
"Mom, you say. Zhang Qiang responded, his tone revealing a hint of uncertainty.
The mother-in-law took a deep breath and then said slowly, "You know that your little uncle has been in some trouble lately, and he needs a car to help him with his business. I was thinking that you could use your car for him......"
I was stunned. This car was bought by Zhang Qiang and I when we got married, and it is not only a means of transportation for us, but also a symbol of our joint efforts.
"Mom, this car belongs to the two of us, and Xiaochen has to use it every day to commute to work. Zhang Qiang said with some hesitation.
"Hey, I know that's a bit excessive, but your uncle really needs this car. You husband and wife are young, and there is still a chance, and he ......" the mother-in-law's voice pleaded.
I felt powerless, my mother-in-law is always like this, whenever she is biased towards her own son, and turns a blind eye to the needs of me and Zhang Qiang.
At this time, a voice came from outside the door, it was the voice of my sister-in-law Zhang Ting. "Mom, I'm back!" Zhang Ting walked into the living room and was a little surprised when she saw our expressions, "What's wrong?"
The mother-in-law looked at Zhang Ting and then at us, "It's nothing, we're discussing something." ”
Zhang Ting sat down and looked at us curiously, "What's the matter?"
Zhang Qiang looked at me, and I shook my head. This topic is too sensitive, and now is not a good time to discuss.
"It's nothing, my mother is just asking if we can lend our car to my uncle. Zhang Qiang tried to make his voice sound as easy as possible.
"Oh, that's right. Zhang Ting obviously didn't realize the complexity, "Then lend it to him, anyway, our family also has a car." ”
My heart tightened, Zhang Ting's words were undoubtedly supporting her mother-in-law's proposal. I could sense that Zhang Qiang was also trying to balance the complexity of this family relationship.
In the next few days, the matter became a hot topic at home. My mother-in-law brought it up from time to time, and each time it was in the form of persuasion and pleading, but I could feel her persistence and expectation.
Over the next few days, the topic became heavier and heavier, like a boulder weighing on my heart. Whenever my mother-in-law mentions this, I can feel Zhang Qiang's embarrassment. He was caught in the middle, not wanting to upset me or disappoint my mother-in-law.
One night, just after dinner, my mother-in-law brought it up again. "Xiaochen, look at this matter......"
I took a deep breath and tried to stay calm. "Mom, this car is very important to us. I use it every day on my commute and ......"
My mother-in-law interrupted me, "I know, I know, but you also know the situation at home. Your little uncle ......"
Zhang Qiang interjected: "Mom, let's talk about this matter tomorrow, everyone is tired today." ”
But the next day, things didn't get any better. Zhang Qiang's younger brother and brother-in-law Zhang Hao suddenly visited. He's a man in his thirties who doesn't have much contact with us on weekdays, but his arrival today clearly has something to do with the car.
"Sister, brother-in-law, I heard from my mother, can you lend me your car for a while?" Zhang Hao sat on the sofa, looking a little embarrassed.
Zhang Qiang and I glanced at each other, and Zhang Qiang spoke, "Hao, this ......"
"I know it's a big request, but I really need the car. I've had some difficulties in my business lately, and with this car, a lot of things will be much easier. Zhang Hao's tone was eager.
I felt a little suffocated. Don't they know what this car means to us? Zhang Qiang and I worked hard to save money to buy it, and this car accompanies us every time we travel, every time we work overtime and return late. Now, it has easily become a lifesaver in the eyes of others.
Zhang Qiang looked at me with indescribable helplessness in his eyes. "Hao, we need time to think about it. ”
Zhang Hao was obviously a little disappointed, but he didn't say anything more, just said goodbye and left.
That night, Zhang Qiang and I had a long talk in the bedroom. "Xiaochen, I know it's very unfair to you, but you also know the situation at home. I don't want to ...... like that."
I interrupted him, "Strong, I understand your difficulties, but we can't always sacrifice ourselves like this. This car is also very important to us. ”
"I know, I know. Zhang Qiang sighed, "I'll talk to my mother again." ”
But the problem is not that simple. The next day, my mother-in-law came to me with a resolute tone, "Xiaochen, you also know the situation in our family. Your brother-in-law really needs this car right now. ”
I tried to stay calm, "Mom, I understand the difficulties at home, but this car is also very important to us. ”
The mother-in-law had a disappointed expression on her face, "I thought you could understand our family's difficulties. Your brother-in-law is really in need of help right now. ”
I felt a pang of heartache, why are our needs always ignored?
Things seem to have reached an impasse. Every time after dinner, the atmosphere in the house becomes unusually heavy. My mother-in-law no longer spoke to me as kindly as before, but every time she saw me, it was as if she had something to say, but she stopped.
One afternoon a week later, I came home from work and found several people sitting in the living room, in addition to my mother-in-law and Zhang Qiang, Zhang Hao and his wife Li Jing, and our neighbor, Aunt Wang.
"Xiaochen, you're back. Zhang Qiang looked at me with nervousness in his eyes.
"What's the matter, it's ...... today" I was a little surprised.
The mother-in-law stood up, "Xiaochen, we got together today to talk about that matter again. ”
My heart sank, I didn't expect this to turn into a family meeting. Zhang Hao and Li Jing sat on the side, looking a little cramped. Aunt Wang was concerned.
"Xiaochen, I know this request is a bit sudden for you. The mother-in-law's tone was a little softer than before, "But you also know the situation at home, Xiao Hao, he really needs help now." ”
Zhang Hao also spoke at this time, "Sister, I really didn't mean to cause trouble for you. I'm having a hard time with my business and I would probably ...... without this car"
Before he finished his words, Li Jing interjected, "Xiaochen, we really have no other way. For the sake of the family......
I felt an indescribable pressure, as if all eyes were on me, waiting for my answer.
Aunt Wang looked at me and said softly, "Xiaochen, there is a problem at home, everyone has to take a step forward." You see......"
I took a deep breath, and then said slowly, "I understand the difficulties at home, and I also understand Xiaohao's situation. But this car is also very important to me and Zhang Qiang. We also have our own lives and plans. ”
There was silence in the room. The mother-in-law's face became ugly, and Zhang Hao and Li Jing lowered their heads.
Zhang Qiang stood up and walked over to me, "Mom, we need time to think about it." It's not easy for us either. ”
The mother-in-law looked at Zhang Qiang, and a trace of disappointment flashed in her eyes, "I thought you would understand the difficulties at home." Your brother-in-law really needs help right now. ”
Zhang Qiang didn't answer, just held my hand tightly.
That night, Zhang Qiang and I discussed it for a long time in the bedroom. "Xiaochen, I know this matter is difficult for you to accept. But if we don't help Xiao Hao, he may really ......"
I interrupted him, "Strong, I know it's hard, but we can't always sacrifice ourselves. We also have our own lives, and our needs are also important. ”
Zhang Qiang was silent for a while, and then said, "I understand, I will find a chance to talk to my mother and see if I can find other solutions." ”
But I know it's not going to be that simple. Once the mother-in-law has decided something, it is very
Difficult to change. I lay on the bed, looking at the ceiling, feeling powerless. I was so exhausted from this family strife that I began to wonder if our marriage could really handle such stress.
The next day, Zhang Qiang went to work, and only me and my mother-in-law were left at home. At breakfast, we barely communicated with each other. I can feel my mother-in-law's disappointment and dissatisfaction, but I also have my own persistence.
After breakfast, I was about to go upstairs when my mother-in-law suddenly stopped me. "Xiaochen, you wait. ”
I stopped and turned to face her.
"I know you may think I'm biased, but you have to understand that as a mother, I can't help it. There was a hint of pleading in the mother-in-law's voice.
I took a deep breath and said calmly, "Mom, I understand your feelings, but Zhang Qiang and I also have our difficulties and plans. This car is more than just an object, it has a special meaning for us. ”
The mother-in-law was silent for a while, and then said slowly, "I know, I will think of other ways." ”
I nodded, feeling a little relieved. At least, our position was taken seriously.
That afternoon, when Zhang Qiang returned home, I told him about his mother-in-law's change in attitude. Zhang Qiang looked relieved, "This is the best, and I don't want to affect our relationship because of this incident." ”
But it doesn't end there. A few days later, Zhang Hao and Li Jing came to our house again.
"Sister, I know this car is important to you, but I really can't do anything else. Zhang Hao's tone revealed despair.
Zhang Qiang and I glanced at each other, and we could feel each other's helplessness.
"We can lend it to you for a while, but we also have conditions. Zhang Qiang finally spoke.
"What conditions?" asked Zhang Hao urgently.
"We'll write an IOU that specifies when to borrow the car and some basic rules. In the meantime, we hope that you will find other solutions soon. Zhang Qiang's tone was firm.
Zhang Hao and Li Jing looked at each other, and finally nodded, "Okay, we agree." ”
In this way, a family turmoil temporarily subsided. Although this is not the most ideal solution, at least we maintain our position, and at the same time give Zhang Hao a glimmer of hope.
Over the next few weeks, our lives were calm again. Although commuting to work has become less convenient without a car, at least the family atmosphere is less tense.
However, just when we thought that everything was slowly getting better, something else happened, breaking the peace again......
Just when we thought we could catch our breath, my mother-in-law suddenly fell ill and was hospitalized. The news exploded like a bomb in our peaceful lives. Zhang Qiang hurriedly asked for leave, and we rushed to the hospital together.
In the corridor of the hospital, I saw Zhang Qiang's eyes full of worry. My mother-in-law's condition was not mild and she needed an operation. The doctor told us that although the surgery was not very risky, it was expensive.
"What should I do, the cost of this operation ......," Zhang Qiang said anxiously.
"We can use my savings. I said without hesitation.
Zhang Qiang looked at me with gratitude in his eyes, "Xiaochen, thank you." ”
The surgery was successful, and my mother-in-law gradually recovered. During the days of accompanying me in the hospital, I had more communication with my mother-in-law. Perhaps it was the illness that made her softer and more open.
"Xiaochen, thank you really this time. "One day, my mother-in-law held my hand with tears in her eyes.
"Mom, don't say that, we're family. I said with emotion.
This experience seems to have brought me closer to my mother-in-law. As a result, the family atmosphere has become more harmonious. Zhang Qiang always had a warm smile on his face when he saw all this.
However, when our lives gradually got back on track, Zhang Hao brought bad news. The car, which was supposed to be borrowed for a period of time, was damaged in an accident.
"Sister, I'm really sorry. Zhang Hao stood in front of us with a guilty face.
Zhang Qiang and I glanced at each other, and we could feel the disappointment and helplessness in each other's hearts. "How could this car ......" Zhang Qiang's voice trembled a little.
"There was an accident on the way to deliver the goods, although the person is fine, but the car is ......" Zhang Hao lowered his head, and his voice became smaller and smaller.
For us, this car is not only a means of transportation, but also a carrier of our common memories. Now, it's gone.
"We'll find a way to compensate. Zhang Hao bit his lip and looked very sad.
Zhang Qiang took a deep breath and tried to calm down, "It's useless to talk about this now. Let's take care of the car first. ”
Over the next few days, we were busy dealing with the aftermath of the accident with our vehicle. Although the insurance company can compensate some of them, there are still many losses.
This incident is undoubtedly another blow to us. But in this series of events, Zhang Qiang and I have learned to cherish each other more, and at the same time, we have better understood every member of the family.
After my mother-in-law recovered, she was more considerate to us. Zhang Hao also became more mature and responsible because of this accident. The atmosphere of the family, although complicated by these challenges, has also become more authentic and solid.
We started planning to buy a new car, and we also started planning for the future. Life is always full
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