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In the early morning of the second day of the Lunar New Year, the sun shone on the door of Zhang's house, and there was a lot of joy. Daughter Xiaomei and eldest son-in-law Li Qiang returned to this long-lost home full of gifts and expectations. Big red envelopes, new clothes, and various specialties all carry their thoughts and blessings to their families. Especially the big red envelope of 5,000 yuan, which Xiaomei specially prepared for her father-in-law to express her filial piety.
However, just as the family sat around the dinner table, ready to enjoy this rare reunion time, the atmosphere suddenly became tense. It turned out that the attentive old man found that there was no braised eggplant on the table. For him, this dish is not only a dish, but also an emotional sustenance. The old man's face instantly became gloomy, he glared at Li Qiang, and blamed: "Why didn't you even cook my favorite braised eggplant?"
Li Qiang was stunned for a moment, and he quickly explained: "Dad, I'm sorry, I forgot." But now that the market is closed, why don't I buy it tomorrow and make it for you?"
The old man did not seem to be satisfied with this explanation. He thought that Li Qiang was belittling him and disrespecting the majesty of his elders. So, he began to insult Li Qiang loudly, and his words became more and more intense.
After enduring the insults for a while, Li Qiang finally couldn't bear it anymore. He jerked to his feet and flipped the table in a rage, leaving him in disarray. This sudden conflict stunned everyone, especially Xiaomei, who never imagined that her husband, who had always been gentle, would make such a move.
After the conflict, the Zhang family fell into silence. Xiaomei and Li Qiang stood aside, their faces very ugly. The old man sat on the sofa, panting heavily. For a while, the originally happy and peaceful second day of the Lunar New Year became extremely embarrassing.
Afterwards, the incident quickly spread in the community. The neighbors talked about it, some accused Li Qiang of disrespecting his elders, and some thought that the old man was too picky. And what makes Xiaomei even more sad is that there is a rift between her and Li Qiang. She began to wonder if her marriage to Li Qiang could really withstand such a test.
In the next few days, Xiaomei and Li Qiang did not speak. They each mentally reflect on their actions and try to find a solution to the problem. However, things don't seem to be that simple. Xiaomei begins to wonder if Li Qiang really loves her, and Li Qiang feels that he will never be respected in this family.
At this moment, an insider revealed a message to Xiaomei: it turned out that Li Qiang had tried to explain his hardships to his father-in-law before flipping the table, but his father-in-law didn't listen at all. This news made Xiaomei even more entangled, and she didn't know who to believe.
Faced with such a dilemma, Xiaomei and Li Qiang finally decided to sit down and have a good talk. They want to be able to resolve conflicts and find solutions to problems through communication. However, the conversation did not go well. Both sides stood their ground and refused to budge. Eventually, they decided to stay apart for a while to allow each other to calm down.
After separation, Xiaomei and Li Qiang both started their new lives. Mei works hard and tries to numb her pain with her work. Li Qiang, on the other hand, began to reflect on his own behavior, and he realized that he did have many deficiencies in dealing with problems. He began to try to change himself, learning how to communicate and get along with people better.
Although they are all trying to change themselves, the scars in their hearts are not easy to heal. Xiaomei often thinks of the bits and pieces with Li Qiang, and she doesn't know if she can really let go of this relationship. And Li Qiang often thinks of Xiaomei's goodness, and he begins to doubt whether his decision is correct.
In this context, the divorce rumors of Xiaomei and Li Qiang began to spread. Neighbors are speculating whether they have really made it this far. In fact, Xiaomei and Li Qiang are indeed facing tremendous pressure. They began to re-examine their marriage, wondering if it was still necessary.
Eventually, after a period of calm and reflection, Xiaomei and Li Qiang decided to sit down and talk again. They want to find a solution to the problem so that they can all come back together. However, the outcome of this conversation did not turn out as they had hoped. Differences between the two sides persist and appear to be increasingly difficult to reconcile.
Faced with such a dilemma, Xiaomei and Li Qiang finally made a difficult decision: they decided to end the marriage. While this decision made them all feel painful and reluctant, they also understood that this might be the best option for now. They hope that each other will be able to find their own happiness and fulfillment in the future.
The end of this marriage plunged the Zhang family into silence again. Although the old man felt regret and disappointment, he also understood that this was his daughter and son-in-law's own choice. He could only silently wish them a better life in the future.
And Xiaomei and Li Qiang also started their new lives after the divorce. They may no longer have each other's company and support, but they still believe that they can find their own happiness and fulfillment. This experience has made them more mature and stronger, and it has also made them cherish each day in the future.
(The names of the characters in the article are all pseudonyms)