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That was five years ago. Xiaofang and I met on a blind date on a dating website, and we both had a vision and a beautiful yearning for the future. Soon, we entered the palace of marriage and started a new life in the world of two. In the first few years, we were very close to each other. But with the passage of time, contradictions gradually emerged. Eventually, for a variety of reasons, we chose to break up.
Although Xiaofang and I have divorced, our relationship has not disappeared. Xiao Fang's younger brother Xiao Ming is about to get married, and she hopes that I can pay 300,000 bride price for the newlyweds. Hearing this request, I immediately fell into a deep entanglement.
"Hey, is it Xiaogang? I'm Xiaofang. A familiar voice came from the other end of the phone.
"Xiaofang, what's wrong?" I picked up the phone, feeling a little apprehensive.
"Xiao Ming, they're getting married, you know, right?" Xiao Fang's tone sounded a little excited.
"Well, I know. Congratulations to them. I said absent-mindedly.
300,000 is an astronomical amount! As an average office worker, that's too much for me. Suddenly a huge wave was set off in my heart.
On the one hand, Xiaofang is my ex-wife after all, and we used to have so many good memories. On the other hand, we have been divorced for several years, why does she want me to pay so much money? Xiao Ming is not my own brother.
I was deeply entangled, and the thoughts in my head collided violently. In the end, I made up my mind to refuse Xiaofang's request.
"Xiaofang, I'm sorry. We're divorced, what's my business with your brother's marriage? I don't have that much money to spare right now. I said it categorically.
There was silence on the other end of the line, and I could almost imagine the look of disappointment on Xiaofang's face. After a long time, she sighed: "Okay then, I won't force you anymore." "
After hanging up the phone, Xiaofang's heart was full of mixed feelings. She was so expecting Xiao Gang to help with this, but she didn't expect him to be so ruthless. Thinking of the bits and pieces of their past, Xiao Fang felt more and more that his approach was disappointing.
Xiao Fang said to her mother indignantly: "Mom, look at it, Xiao Gang is such a person! We have been divorced for a few years, but he is still so stingy." Xiao Ming's marriage is very important, why is he so unreasonable?"
The mother sighed and went up to comfort her angry daughter: "Fangfang, don't worry too much. Xiao Gang is not your own brother after all, and 300,000 yuan is indeed a lot of money for him alone. You can't always treat him as family, you're divorced. "
At the same time, Xiao Gang is also repeatedly weighing whether his decision is correct. He actually likes Xiao Ming a lot, but 300,000 is really an astronomical amount. As an ordinary office worker, this amount of money is too heavy for him.
"Xiaofang and I are divorced, and she is not qualified to ask me so much. Besides, Xiao Ming is not my own brother. Although I have the ability, the money is a little too much. Xiao Gang comforted himself.
However, on the other hand, Xiaofang and herself have indeed been together for so many years. Xiao Ming is like a younger brother to him. Should we agree to Xiao Fang's request for the sake of the love we once had? Xiao Gang fell into deep contemplation.
When Xiao Ming learned about this, he was also anxious. As a client, he naturally hopes to get more people's support and blessings. He took the initiative to meet Xiaogang and wanted to talk to him.
"Hi, Brother Xiaogang. I heard that you are not willing to give me a bride price of 300,000 yuan?" As soon as Xiao Ming came up, he asked straight to the point.
Xiao Gang frowned: "Xiao Ming, you also know that the two of us have divorced." Your sister asked me to pay so much money, and I really couldn't get it. "
"But Brother Xiaogang, you have been with my sister for so many years, and you are like a brother to me. If you don't help with this, how can I be safe?" Xiao Ming said pitifully.
In the face of Xiao Ming's pleading, Xiao Gang's heart once again fell into the battle between heaven and man. Of course he understands Xiao Ming's distress, and he does regard Xiao Ming as his own brother. However, 300,000 yuan is too heavy for an ordinary wage earner.
On the one hand, Xiao Gang felt that he should be considerate of Xiao Ming's feelings, after all, they did have a close relationship like brothers. On the other hand, he also has his own focus in life, and 300,000 is not a small amount for him.
Xiao Gang fell into a deep entanglement. Does he insist on the fact that he has been divorced, or does he give back to his former family affection? At this juncture, how should he weigh and choose? After careful consideration, Xiao Gang finally made an unexpected decision.
"Alright, Xiao Ming. For the sake of our former affection, I promise to give you 300,000 dowry. Xiao Gang took a deep breath and said these surprising words.
Xiao Ming was suddenly overjoyed: "Great, Brother Xiaogang! Thank you, I will definitely remember it." "
Xiao Gang waved his hand: "However, this is all my savings." You must cherish this family business and live happily. "
That night, Xiaogang's wife, Xiaohong, was furious when she learned about it.
"Are you crazy? With all our savings out, aren't you afraid that you won't have enough food and clothing in the future?" Xiaohong said angrily.
Xiao Gang helplessly explained: "Xiao Hong, Xiao Ming is like my own brother. For the sake of his marriage, I have to pay out of my pocket. "
"So what? Does he really have a brotherly relationship with you? You are just being led by Xiao Fang's nose?" Xiaohong said angrily.
"Xiao Ming is like a younger brother to me, how can I die without saving him? However, 300,000 yuan is too heavy for us, this is all our savings for several years. Xiao Gang fell into deep self-doubt.
The tangled little gang tossed and turned, unable to sleep at all. He was weighing over and over again, whether he should stick to his decision, or should he take back his fate? This night, Xiao Gang experienced a major decision in his life.
"Xiao Gang, I heard Xiao Ming say, you promised to give them 300,000 dowry, I thank you so much!" Xiaofang couldn't hide the joy in her heart.
Xiao Gang said a little awkwardly: "It's nothing, it's all for our previous relationship." But 300,000 is all our savings, you must cherish this family business. "
Xiao Fang assured without hesitation: "Don't worry, Xiao Gang, I will definitely take good care of Xiao Ming and make him happy." I will remember your kindness to us!"
Hearing Xiao Fang's sincere words, Xiao Gang's heart felt a little relieved. Perhaps, this money was not spent in vain, but in exchange for an eternal family affection.
After hanging up the phone, Xiaohong once again questioned Xiaogang's decision. The two quarreled again.
"Do you just listen to Xiaofang's nonsense? She is divorced, how can she still be grateful to you?" Xiaohong said indignantly.
Xiao Gang explained helplessly: "Xiao Hong, Xiao Ming is like my own brother. I'll have to pay for him. "
Xiaohong sneered: "So what? Does he really have a brotherly relationship with you? You were led by Xiaofang's nose like this?"
After arguing for a long time, Xiaohong saw the persistence in Xiao Gang's eyes, and finally sighed and said, "Okay, since you have made up your mind, I will no longer object." But you have to think twice, this money is too important to us. "
Xiao Gang nodded, feeling a little relieved in his heart. He knew that his wife had finally understood him, and that made his decision a little stronger.
After learning of Xiao Gang's decision, his parents and siblings also called.
"Xiao Gang, I heard that you took out all your savings and gave Xiao Ming a dowry of 300,000 yuan? The eldest brother praised from the bottom of his heart.
"It's nothing, it's all for the love before. Xiao Ming is like a brother to me. Xiao Gang explained.
His sister advised him to think twice: "Brother, 300,000 is an astronomical amount!
The parents also instructed with concern: "Son, although money is important, family affection is more precious. But you have to think about yourself too. "
With the support and understanding of his family, Xiao Gang's heart has become more firm. He felt that his decision was the right one, even if it was costly, it was worth it.
After careful consideration, Xiao Gang realized that the 300,000 bride price was far more than the value of money, but also carried a deep family affection.
Although Xiao Ming is not his own brother, after many years of getting along, the two have indeed established a brotherly friendship. Xiao Ming's marriage is as important to Xiao Gang as his brother's marriage.
For this brotherhood, Xiao Gang is willing to give all his savings. He knew that this was a heavy price, but his heart was full of relief and calmness.
The power of family affection is greater than the weight of money. Xiao Gang felt that for Xiao Ming and this friendship, his efforts were worth it.
This 300,000 bride price also made Xiao Gang experience a major choice in his life.
At first, he was crushed by the weight of money and rejected Xiaofang's request. Then, under Xiao Ming's pleading, he wavered and began to weigh the merits.
After much thought, Xiao Gang finally made this seemingly "confused" decision. He gave up all his savings, but in exchange for an eternal family affection.
This decision-making process made Xiao Gang realize the value of family affection. Money is important, but it is so small compared to family affection. For Xiao Ming, for the love of the past, Xiao Gang is willing to give everything.
This choice also gave Xiao Gang a new understanding of life. Sometimes, we have to let go of the pressure and make a brave choice, even if it comes at a cost. Only in this way can we finally attain happiness.
The whole incident also reminded Xiao Gang of his past with Xiao Fang.
Although they eventually divorced, that marriage did leave good memories. Xiaofang and him have been together for many years, and there is an inseparable love between the two.
It was this affection that made Xiao Gang decide to help Xiao Ming. He hopes that through this decision, he will repay his former family affection, and his past with Xiaofang will not end here.
Therefore, this 300,000 bride price not only carries Xiao Gang's family affection for Xiao Ming, but also contains his attachment to Xiao Fang. It engraved a page of the past forever in Xiao Gang's heart.
In this way, with the support and understanding of his family, Xiao Ming's wedding came as scheduled, and Xiao Gang also attended this grand wedding.
Looking at Xiao Ming's red face, happy and joyful; Seeing Xiao Fang with tears in her eyes and crying with joy, Xiao Gang's heart was full of mixed feelings.
He was happy for Xiao Ming, and he was also happy for Xiao Fang. This 300,000 bride price finally got a happy marriage between two young people today.
Xiao Gang silently blessed the newcomer, and also blessed that his original decision was correct. For this moment, his efforts are worth it.
After the wedding, Xiao Gang said goodbye to Xiao Fang and Xiao Ming and walked home alone.
After the wedding, Xiao Gang walked home alone. Penniless, but full of heart like never before.
Money is important, but it is so small compared to family affection. Xiao Gang realized that his past self was too obsessed with money and ignored the value of family affection. From now on, he must cherish the people in front of him.
With this determination, Xiao Gang started again. Although the road ahead is full of unknowns, he is ready to face any challenge.
Back home, Xiaohong saw the perseverance in Xiaogang's eyes. She knew that this decision meant a lot to Xiao Gang.
"Listen to Xiao Gang, I understand your original decision. Xiaohong said, "Although 300,000 yuan is a huge amount of money for us, family affection is more precious than money." You are for Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang, I am sincerely proud of you. "
Xiao Gang nodded, his eyes moist: "Yes, I finally realized that money is not the whole of life." For the sake of family affection, I am willing to give everything. I'm so glad you understand me. "
Xiaohong smiled and said, "Then let's start again and start from scratch." As long as you and I work together, there is nothing that cannot be overcome. "
In this way, with the understanding and support of his wife, Xiao Gang regained his confidence in the future. They want to start with poverty, but with each other's company, everything is not a problem.
In order to start a new life, Xiaogang quit his old job and began to look for jobs everywhere.
Although he is getting older, Xiao Gang is not discouraged. With the determination to start anew, he kept submitting his resume. Soon, he received several invitations for interviews.
The interview process was extremely difficult, and Xiao Gang was repeatedly brushed. But he never wavered, and after each failure, he reflected on his shortcomings and continued to work hard.
In this way, after months of perseverance, Xiao Gang finally found an excellent job in a foreign company, and the salary was not bad. This gave him renewed faith in the future.
"From now on, I will definitely work harder, earn money well, and give my family a better life. Xiao Gang made up his mind.
The news of Xiaogang's re-employment soon spread throughout the family. Everyone called one after another to congratulate them.
"Xiaogang, that's great! I knew you would get a good job. "Big brother is sincerely happy.
"Brother, you can be regarded as working hard for your family. Come on for your new job!" My sister also admonished.
The parents said earnestly: "Son, as long as you work hard, your parents will be relieved." You can pay for Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang, we are very proud of you. "
The support of his family gave Xiao Gang unlimited motivation. With their encouragement and expectations, Xiaogang is more energetic and determined to do his best in his new job.
At work, Xiao Gang worked as diligent as a caterpillar, and was soon appreciated by his boss and colleagues. The life of the family has gradually improved, and the young couple no longer worries about money.
The most important thing is that Xiao Gang finally realized the value of family affection. For Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang, he gave everything without hesitation. This determination gave his life a new meaning and direction.
From now on, Xiao Gang is determined to cherish the people in front of him more carefully. Money is important, but it is so insignificant compared to family affection. Only by learning to cherish family affection can we truly achieve happiness in life.
With this belief, Xiao Gang strode towards a new journey of life. In the face of all the challenges ahead, he has enough courage and determination to overcome them.
Although Xiao Ming is not Xiao Gang's younger brother, the two have established a brotherly friendship. For the sake of this friendship, for Xiao Ming's marriage, Xiao Gang resolutely took out all his savings.
This decision seems "confused", but it contains Xiaogang's cherishing of family affection. In his heart, money is important, but it is insignificant compared to family affection. For the sake of family affection, he is willing to pay any price.
But then, at Xiao Ming's pleading, he began to waver. After repeated thinking, Xiao Gang realized that money is not the whole of life, and family affection is the most valuable wealth.
Money is important, but if you chase it too much, you will miss out on happiness. Only by learning to cherish family affection and understand that money is not everything, can we achieve true happiness in life.