Contributor: Enthusiastic citizen Master Qian (Disclaimer: This article is not the author's personal experience, only processed and paraphrased according to the words of the contributor)
In 1975, I applied for family leave to go home to see my parents.
My mother took the money and went to the town to buy a piece of pork to help me improve my life.
Unexpectedly, the pork guy bullied others, so I took my mother back to the meat stall in a fit of anger.
When he saw the military uniform I was wearing, he suddenly lost his arrogance.
01
In 1975, China's economy was still stretched thin, and the people were slowly moving forward in hardship.
This is an era of scarcity of materials and hardship, and everyone's daily life revolves around how to fill their stomachs.
In this small town in the south, the streets and alleys are full of busy figures rushing for life.
This is an ordinary housewife with the marks of time engraved on her face, she is hardworking, tenacious, and can give everything for the sake of her family.
On this day, she decided to go to the butcher shop to buy some fatty pork, so that the children at home could have a meal full of oil and water, and slightly improve the long-term clear soup and lack of water.
She carefully pulled out a crumpled roll of horn tickets and cents from her close-fitting pocket.
It was saved by the family's frugality.
There was a long queue in front of the butcher's shop, and people exchanged complaints and expectations about life while waiting.
Finally, it was the mother's turn, and she looked at the pork guy with expectant eyes, hoping that he would trade fairly.
However, the pork guy glanced at her and saw that she was dressed plainly.
He skillfully cut a piece of pork from the meat table, and the portion was obviously insufficient, but he deliberately quoted a high price.
"This meat, at this price!" the pork guy's voice was non-negotiable.
Mother's heart sank, she knew that she was bullying her for not knowing how to do it.
In the face of this unfair transaction, her heart is full of helplessness and anger, but what can she do?
In this day and age, every penny is hard to come by, and she can't just give it up.
Thinking of the children at home, she gritted her teeth and reluctantly handed the money to the pork guy.
On the way home, her mother's steps were heavy, and her heart was full of unspeakable grievances.
She imagined the joy of the children in her family eating meat, but her heart was overwhelmed by the injustice in the butcher's shop.
Pushing open the door, her son applied for family leave and returned home.
This is a soldier in military uniform, handsome and straight, with firm eyes.
His appearance seems to be the pillar of this family, bringing security and dignity to this poor family.
When he saw his mother return, the son immediately noticed the sadness on her face.
He asked with concern, "Mom, what's wrong with you?"
Under her son's questioning, the mother couldn't help crying about what happened in the butcher shop.
Before she could finish her words, her son's face became gloomy.
As a soldier, he knows the value of justice and will never tolerate any bullying of civilians.
At that moment, a fire ignited in his heart, and a decision was formed in his heart - he wanted to get justice for his mother!
After listening to his mother's cry, the son's enthusiasm rushed to his head, and his eyes that had been tempered by the battlefield flashed with determination.
He knows that as a soldier, his mission is not only to defend his family and country, but also to protect the fairness and justice of society.
02
At the insistence of her son, his mother took him back to the butcher's shop.
At this time, the butcher shop is still bustling with people, busy and running for a living.
The son walked beside his mother, and his four-pocket military uniform stood out in the crowd.
They come to the pork guy, the former bully, who is now busy dealing with other customers.
The pork guy looked up and saw the mother and son, and a trace of panic flashed in his eyes.
He knew the uniform, and he knew what it meant.
His attitude instantly took a 180-degree turn, and he hurriedly put down the knife in his hand, and his face was full of flattering smiles.
"Comrade, are you here, do you need any help?" the pork guy's voice was full of nervousness.
The son stood in front of the pork guy, and his voice was calm and powerful:
"You deceived a mother who worked hard for her family, you insulted her dignity and insulted all those who worked hard to live.
Today, I want you to give her a fair apology in front of everyone. ”
The pork guy's face turned from red to white, from white to blue, and he opened his mouth to defend himself, but the eyes around him were like a thousand pounds of burden, and he couldn't breathe.
Finally, he lowered his head and said the words of apology in a trembling voice.
The crowd of onlookers, some nodding and some applauding, their eyes were full of admiration.
The son did not stop there, he continued:
"Not only do you have to apologize, but you also have to return the money you overcharged. This is what you should do, and it is what you have to do. ”
The pork guy didn't dare to resist, so he quickly took out the crumpled horn tickets and cents from his pocket and handed them to his mother.
At this moment, a long-lost smile bloomed on the mother's face.
She took the money, as if she had inherited her son's courage and justice, her eyes flashed with tears, it was the pride of her son and the hope of life.
In the crowd of onlookers, some began to whisper, while others applauded.
They saw the demeanor of a soldier, the love of a son for his mother, and the final victory of justice over injustice.
This scene is deeply engraved in everyone's hearts and has become a story to be sung.
The son's behavior not only brought justice for his mother, but also sowed the seeds of justice in people's hearts.
He used his actions to tell everyone that everyone should speak up for justice, and everyone should uphold social fairness and conscience.
The uniform became a symbol of bravery and dignity, inspiring people to stand up for justice in the face of injustice.
03
In front of the butcher's shop in that town, the crowd's solidarity was like a spring breeze blowing through the fields, stirring up layers of waves.
The scene of the son seeking justice for his mother is like a banner of justice, flying high in people's hearts.
In the eyes of the onlookers, in addition to admiration, there is more resonance and praise for the soldier's behavior.
As the pork guy apologized and refunded, the surrounding crowd began to speak out, some condemning the pork guy's greed, and some praising his son's bravery.
An old man on crutches said excitedly:
"Such a soldier is an example for us to learn!" His voice was slightly hoarse, but full of strength.
The women were talking, and they looked at the mother as if they saw themselves.
Under the pressure of life, they have encountered similar injustices, but often choose to swallow their anger.
Today, the soldier's behavior has given them hope and let them know that in this world, justice and justice will always triumph over evil.
The children's eyes widened as they looked at this majestic soldier, and the seeds of justice were planted in their hearts.
They understand that when they grow up, they should also stand up bravely like this uncle, protect those who are weak, and maintain social fairness.
In the midst of everyone's support, the mother held her son's hand tightly, and her eyes glistened with tears of gratitude.
She knew that at this moment, her son was not just fighting for her alone, but for all those who were treated unfairly.
This courage and justice will become an eternal memory of this town.
The pork guy left the butcher shop with a face full of shame amid the accusations of everyone.
He understands that his actions have offended the wrath of the people, and that he will pay the price for his greed and deception.
And this small butcher shop will also become the focus of discussion in the town because of today's incident.
Over time, the story spread around the town and became an after-dinner conversation.
With his actions, the son proved that a soldier is not only a hero on the battlefield, but also a defender of justice in life.
That uniform became a symbol of bravery and justice, inspiring everyone.
The experience of this day not only sought justice for my mother, but also set a benchmark of justice for the whole society.
It lets people know that in this world, everyone should have a voice for justice and everyone should work for fairness.
This power of justice, like a bright star, illuminates the way for people to move forward.
Leading the residents of the town towards a fairer and brighter future.
04
With the passage of time, the story that happened in the butcher's shop quietly took root in the hearts of the people in the town like seeds sown in the spring breeze.
The figure of the son wearing a military uniform has become the most talked about legend in the town.
It is not just a story of the triumph of good over evil, but a legacy of courage, dignity and responsibility.
In that special historical period, the scarcity of materials and the hardships of life made people feel depressed.
And the son's behavior is like a lightning bolt in the dark clouds, illuminating people's hearts.
He was not only a soldier, but also a beacon of our time, guiding those who were struggling in difficult situations, allowing them to see hope and light.
Military uniforms, in those days, were not just a uniform, they represented a spirit, a faith.
The righteousness and courage shown by his son made the uniform more sacred and noble.
It is no longer a simple piece of clothing, but a symbol of justice, bravery, and dignity that inspires everyone who sees it.
The residents of the town, young and old, were touched by his son's actions.
They saw the shadow of their ideals in their son and saw the best side of human nature.
This story has become more vivid and touching in people's word of mouth, and it conveys a simple but profound truth:
In the face of justice, everyone can be a hero.
Over time, the son returned to the army, but his story spread throughout the town.
Whenever someone mentions the young man in the military uniform who seeks justice for his mother.
People can't help but straighten their backs, their eyes glittering with admiration and pride.
His actions became part of the spirit of the town, inspiring generations after generations.
Behind the figure of that military uniform, there are countless inspired hearts.
Those who once silently endured injustice are beginning to learn to use the law and courage to protect their own rights and those of others.
The social climate of the town gradually changed because of the son's behavior, and fairness and justice began to become a common pursuit.
Years later, when the children grew up, they may have forgotten the soldier's name.
But they will never forget what that uniform meant.
In their hearts, it is an eternal example, a flame that will never be extinguished in the face of difficulties and injustices.
This story that takes place in a small town eventually becomes a good story.
It teaches the world that no matter how times change, justice and courage will never go out of style.
They are the cornerstone of our society and the precious wealth we all guard.
And the young man in the military uniform became the eternal hero of this town.
His name and story will forever be etched in the history of the town.