My name is Wang Xiaoli, and I am an ordinary office worker living in a small city. My boyfriend Liu Ming and I have known each other for a year, and our relationship has been very stable.
My family is ordinary, and my parents are ordinary workers, but they attach great importance to my education and teach me respect and filial piety. Although I don't have many material comforts, I have a happy family and good memories.
Storyline:
One day, Liu Ming invited me to his house. I am very happy and feel that this is a good opportunity to get to know his family and communicate with him on a deeper level. So I dressed up and came to his house with gifts and joy.
When I arrived at his home, the atmosphere in his home made me feel a little uneasy. His parents, though polite to me, always had a distant and disgruntled attitude. I don't know what exactly I'm doing wrong and why they're so cold to me.
During the meal, Liu Ming's parents asked me about the red envelope. They said that as a guest, I should give them some money as a sign of respect and courtesy. I felt very embarrassed and embarrassed because I didn't have this red envelope ready and I didn't expect them to ask for it.
Conflict:
After hearing their request, Liu Ming suddenly made a suggestion that shocked me even more. He said that if I don't give a red envelope, they can consider whether to burn some paper for me. When I heard this, I immediately felt a great sense of pressure and discomfort.
I didn't know what to do, and I felt like I was in a very awkward and embarrassing situation. I knew I couldn't accept their demands, but I didn't want to be rude and lose face in front of them.
Finale:
In the end, I chose to tell Liu Ming that I was dissatisfied and incomprehensible about his parents' request. I told him that as a guest, I would respect them, but I didn't think it was necessary to give red envelopes, let alone agree with their paper-burning practices.
After listening to my words, Liu Ming was silent for a while, and then hugged me gently. He told me that he would have a good talk with his parents and hoped that they would understand and accept my point of view.
I know that this incident has given me a better understanding of Liu Ming and his family. I have also strengthened my stance and will not easily succumb to external pressures and demands. I believe that as long as we understand and respect each other, our relationship will definitely get better and better.
Thank you for your support!