I am reminded of that unforgettable night, which was a confrontation between me and my mother-in-law and a turning point in my relationship with my mother-in-law.
Here's the thing, that night, I was quietly preparing dinner at home when my phone rang suddenly. I picked up the phone and heard my father-in-law's anxious voice: "Child, come to the hospital quickly, your mother-in-law is not feeling well and needs you to pay the bill." ”
I was stunned for a moment, not knowing what to say. My father-in-law's words made me confused and dissatisfied because my relationship with my mother-in-law had never been very harmonious. My mother-in-law is a very stubborn person, while I am a person who pursues freedom and independence, and our personalities and concepts are always not completely compatible.
Still, I decided to go to the hospital. By the time I arrived at the hospital, my mother-in-law had already been admitted to the emergency room. I walked in and saw my mother-in-law pale and lying on the bed with a tired look. I couldn't help but feel a pang of distress in my heart, and I knew that even if there was a conflict between us, my mother-in-law was my family after all, and I couldn't ignore it.
I walked over to the bed and asked softly, "Mother-in-law, what's wrong with you?"
The mother-in-law smiled bitterly and said, "It's not a big deal, just a little problem." Then she complained about her father-in-law: "This old man, he always lets you run around, I really don't know how to care for people." ”
I felt a little unbearable, but I felt helpless. I know that the reason why my mother-in-law is so dissatisfied with my father-in-law is because the conflict between them has existed for a long time, and I am always involved in it and become a containment between them.
The doctor came to check on my mother-in-law and determined that it was just a minor problem, so she didn't have to worry too much. However, the mother-in-law was still placed in the hospital for observation for one night. While my father-in-law was busy paying the bills, I stayed with my mother-in-law and brought her some fruits and snacks.
The mother-in-law took the fruit and smiled with satisfaction, she said, "Child, you are still so sensible, I know that I sometimes ask too much of you, but I am still very grateful for the care you have always taken care of us." ”
My heart moved, this was the first time I heard my mother-in-law praise me like this, I felt a little surprised, but also felt a little warm. Perhaps, the mother-in-law is not so cold and stubborn, but for various reasons, our relationship has become strained.
At this moment, my father-in-law walked in, holding a payment slip in his hand, he handed it to me, and said, "Child, you can help me take a look, we will AA this bill, you will pay half of it, and I will pay half of it." ”
When I heard my father-in-law's words, I felt a little angry. I know that he made this request because he felt that I should bear part of the responsibility for my mother-in-law's medical expenses. But I don't think it's completely unreasonable, and I don't think I'm obligated to pay for my mother-in-law's medical bills.
I glanced at my father-in-law and said coldly, "Since it has nothing to do with me, don't let me take care of it." Then I pushed the bill in front of my father-in-law and walked straight out of the ward.
When I walked out of the hospital gate, I felt an inexplicable grievance and helplessness in my heart. I know that my relationship with my father-in-law has completely broken down, and my relationship with my mother-in-law has become more complicated.
When I got home, I lay in bed with a lot of thoughts. I know that this incident has made me aware of the complexity and unpredictability of family relationships. I didn't know how to face the coming days, but I decided that no matter what, I would stick to my principles and bottom line and not be easily swayed by anyone.