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In an ordinary small town, there lives a newlywed couple, Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang. They work in a factory and live an ordinary and simple life. Although the income is not high, the two love each other, and their lives are content.
However, Xiaofang's mother-in-law, Lao Zhang, has some traditional ideas about their marriage. As an old-fashioned elder, she firmly believes that her daughter-in-law must bring a full bride price and dowry property before marrying into her husband's family, which is not only a respect for the woman's family, but also a test of her daughter-in-law's chastity.
Xiaofang often feels worried when she is alone. "Hey, my mother-in-law always hints that she wants us to give a full bride price, and we also want to buy a house as a wedding room. But where is the money for the two of us to work?" She muttered to herself, "It's hard to have a baby, where can you take care of those stereotypes?"
One night, Lao Zhang suddenly said to Xiaofang: "Fang'er, you have been married for a few years, but you have to give birth to a grandson for me to hug as soon as possible." But before that, you have to pay the bride price first, and you have to buy the house for the dowry. "
Xiao Fang was taken aback by Lao Zhang's words, and her face was full of shock and helplessness. She stammered and replied, "Mother-in-law, mother-in-law, you are really embarrassing us. The two of us add up to a salary of a few thousand yuan a month, where can we get so much money to buy a house for the bride price?"
Xiao Ming rushed over when he heard the movement, and hurriedly explained: "Mom, we have indeed always wanted a child, but the bride price and dowry room you asked for are too much for us to dow. Why don't we wait until we save up in the future?"
Lao Zhang unceremoniously dismissed: "What future? You have been married for a few years, don't you want to have a child? Besides, if you don't get these things done first, how can you have children? Isn't that sorry for your ancestors?"
Xiao Ming was speechless, and could only look at Xiao Fang helplessly. Xiao Fang's eyes were slightly red, and her heart was mixed. On the one hand, she longs for her to get pregnant and give birth as soon as possible; On the other hand, she knew that she could not afford her mother-in-law's request.
At this moment, Xiao Fang spontaneously felt a firm determination in her heart. She said to her husband, "Brother Ming, don't be discouraged. My mother-in-law's request was a bit excessive, but we always had to try to fulfill it. I decided that from now on, I will work overtime to make money, save money, and find a way to get the bride price and house first!"
Xiao Ming hurriedly took his wife's hand: "Fangfang, don't force yourself." I will also work harder, let's take our time, as long as we have perseverance, one day we can fulfill my mother-in-law's wishes. "
In this way, a young couple began a difficult struggle for the old concept of their mother-in-law.
Since then, Xiaofang has become more diligent and frugal. Not only did she work overtime in the factory to earn extra money, but she also worked in a nearby restaurant to wash dishes and brush pots when she returned home. I can't go home until one or two o'clock in the morning every day, and I'm so tired that I can't straighten my waist. But she always gritted her teeth and said to herself: "If you hold on for a while, as long as you can make your mother-in-law happy, what is this hard work?"
However, Lao Zhang didn't seem to appreciate it. On the contrary, she saw that Xiaofang had not moved, so she intensified the pressure. "Are you not taking my words seriously at all? Otherwise, why would you not have done anything at all?" Sometimes, she even deliberately praised other people's daughters-in-law in front of Xiaofang, saying how filial they were and completed the bride price real estate.
Every time she heard this, Xiao Fang would secretly cry. She wanted to explain her plight to her mother-in-law, but every time she spoke, she swallowed the words back when they came to her mouth.
Just when Xiao Fang was exhausted, Xiao Ming was hired by a factory in another place with a high salary and had to leave home to work. In this way, the little couple began to live a life far apart. Xiaofang takes care of the housework alone, and every time she thinks of the bitterness of her husband's absence, she blames herself very much. And Xiao Ming is even more lonely outside, and only in the occasional video call can he see his wife's tired face.
Just when the life of the young couple was in a difficult situation, an unexpected thing happened. Xiaofang is pregnant!
Early that morning, Xiaofang had just returned from a part-time job at a restaurant and suddenly felt sick to her stomach. She hurriedly rushed into the bathroom and vomited violently. This frightened her and rushed to the hospital for a check-up.
When the doctor told her the news that she was two months pregnant, Xiaofang was overjoyed. She excitedly dialed Xiao Ming's phone and told him the good news.
Xiao Ming was also extremely excited over there: "It's really good! We've been heartbroken in the past few years! But Fangfang, you have to take care of your body, don't force yourself too much like before." "
Xiao Fang answered, feeling happy in her heart. She felt that she finally had a chance to make her mother-in-law happy, and maybe her mother-in-law would stop dwelling on those stereotypes for the sake of her great-grandson.
However, when Xiaofang told Lao Zhang the news of her pregnancy, she was unexpectedly reprimanded by her mother-in-law.
"What's the matter with you? Pregnancy first, isn't that a reversal of the order? I said a long time ago, you have to get the bride price and the house first, why can't you even do this?" Lao Zhang's face was pale, and he looked quite annoyed.
"Poor? You are young, and you can always earn money by working your own! If you don't even have this determination, how will you raise your children in the future? Lao Zhang reprimanded him fiercely, and then slammed the door and left.
Xiao Fang cried and fell on the sofa, her joy turned into tears in an instant. At this moment, Xiao Ming hurried back. He hurriedly stepped forward to comfort his wife and was determined to intercede with his mother-in-law on her behalf.
"Mom, you asked us to buy a house for the dowry, and we really couldn't do it with all our might. Xiao Ming said sincerely, "However, now that Fangfang is pregnant, you have a lot of adults, let her wait for childbirth with peace of mind." When Fangfang gives birth, we will definitely redouble our efforts to fulfill your wish as soon as possible. "
Lao Zhang was silent for a moment, and finally sighed and said, "Okay, let's put this matter on hold for the time being." But you have to be sincere in all the bride price houses, and don't procrastinate when the time comes!"
When Xiao Ming heard this, he finally breathed a sigh of relief. He immediately assured Lao Zhang that after Xiaofang gave birth, they would definitely fulfill his mother-in-law's wish as soon as possible.
Under Xiao Ming's full mediation, her mother-in-law Lao Zhang finally took a step back and agreed to let Xiao Fang get pregnant and give birth. The young couple was overjoyed, but they also knew that it would not be easy to fulfill their mother-in-law's request.
In the next few months, Xiaofang gradually had a pregnant belly. Despite her gradual bloated body and limited mobility, she never relaxed her demands on herself. Every day after work, she would drag her tired body to do housework and prepare dinner at home. Xiao Ming, on the other hand, continued to work hard outside the home, sending most of his salary home every month, hoping to save a sum of money.
Lao Zhang saw the desperate look of the little couple, and he also felt a little guilty in his heart. Still, she sticks to her principles and takes traditional customs for granted.
Just when Xiaofang was seven months pregnant, an exciting news came. Xiao Ming's factory in the field was promoted to management, and his salary was greatly increased!
Upon learning of the good news, Xiao Ming immediately called his wife and told him: "Fangfang, we finally have hope! I will work hard to earn more money, and strive to get the bride price and the house before the child is born!"
Xiaofang burst into tears of joy. She prayed in her heart, hoping that her and her husband's efforts would finally be recognized by her mother-in-law.
Sure enough, after Xiao Ming came back with a considerable salary, they quickly booked a new house and prepared a considerable bride price.
Finally, when Xiaofang was nine months pregnant, a baby boy weighing 8 pounds was born safely. When Xiao Ming hugged the child and happily introduced him to Lao Zhang, the old man's eyes finally had unprecedented tenderness.
"Good, good grandson!" Lao Zhang was so happy that he couldn't close his mouth, and praised his great-grandson for his cuteness again and again. Looking at the happy scene of the family, she also seemed to realize whether her approach was a little excessive and outdated.
Since then, the young couple has never heard their mother-in-law mention the bride price and the dowry room. They feel comfortable putting their energy into earning money to support their families and raising their children, and their lives become happier and more contented.
A few years have passed, and Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang's lives have changed dramatically. With his diligence and studiousness, Xiao Ming soon took up important positions in the company, and his salary also rose. Xiaofang, on the other hand, became a full-time housewife, taking care of her husband and children.
With enough income, they finally bought a new two-bedroom house in the old town and booked a place for their child at the best local kindergarten.
What was once a life of poverty seemed like just a dream. The young couple often reminisce about the past together, and they only feel that all the efforts are worth it.
"Although my mother-in-law's request made us suffer a lot, she was also out of kindness. Xiaofang often says, "She's just so attached to the traditional bad habits that it puts a lot of pressure on us." "
Yes, those old ideas are not necessarily correct, and they need to be constantly updated with the changing times. Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang both have this understanding.
"If I had to do it all over again, I would never agree to my mother-in-law's unreasonable demands. Xiaofang smiled and said, "But at that time, we were young and vigorous, and we were constrained by the old customs, so we worked hard to complete it." "
Xiao Minghui nodded approvingly: "Yes, we were too young and innocent at that time, and we took my mother-in-law's words completely as a guideline, but I didn't know that she was just blinded by feudal thoughts." "
Every time she recalls the hardships during pregnancy, Xiaofang will be full of emotion. "At that time, my mother-in-law's embarrassment to us was simply a kind of mental abuse. She would say, "I was pregnant and should have been recuperating, but instead of being considerate, she was so vexatious that we had to work day and night." "
Xiao Minghui shook his head again and again, feeling that his mother-in-law was too much. "If it were now, I would never have acceded to her unreasonable demands. He always said, "But it's okay, let it pass." Now that everyone has let go of their prejudices, what is happy is the best result. "
Yes, now the family is harmonious and happy, which is the most important thing. The young couple often take their children to the park for a walk, and the family of three frolicks and plays in the shade, and the hearty laughter often attracts the attention of passers-by.
Watching the child running around on the lawn, Xiaofang can't help but feel a sense of happiness. "In order to give him a good home, we suffered too much. She used to say this to her husband.
Xiao Ming would gently hug his wife and whisper in her ear, "Yes, that's all in the past." Now that we have a happy and fulfilling life, we should cherish it. "
As they spoke, they would all look at the old man who was sitting in the shade of the tree. Today's old people are the same as they were a few years ago. Her face has long since lost the gloom and sternness of the past, replaced by a kind smile.
"My mother-in-law finally got her senses. Xiao Fang would say, "If it weren't for those tribulations at the beginning, she might never have been able to get rid of the shackles of feudal thinking." "
Xiao Ming will also nod his head thoughtfully: "Yes, it is precisely because of our hard work and persistence that my mother-in-law finally recognized the reality and let go of her prejudices." Therefore, those difficult days are also meaningful. "
Looking at the joy on the old man's face, the little couple will also feel extremely relieved in their hearts. Yes, all the hard work is worth it, because it has brought about a happy and happy life today.
"In the future, we must also educate our children well to keep them away from those outdated feudal ideas. "We want him to grow up freely and without being bound by any old customs." "
Xiao Minghui nodded vigorously in agreement: "That's right, our generation has just gotten rid of the shackles of old ideas, but the next generation will have to stay away from them completely." Only then can they truly live freely. "
Yes, allowing future generations to live a free and happy life is the direction of the young couple's efforts in the future. They hope that through their own efforts, they can pave a sunny road for future generations, so that they will never be imprisoned by outdated habits again.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, the children of the young couple have grown up and left home to stand on their own. They also became fathers and mothers, and lived their own happy and contented lives.
One day, Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang were sitting on the balcony of their home to enjoy the shade. The old couple looked at the green scenery in the yard and couldn't help but feel a lot of emotion.
"Our son is doing really well. Xiao Fang said, "He has not been bound by any old customs since he was a child, and he has lived a free life. "
Xiao Ming nodded, quite agreeing with his wife's words: "Yes, we made up our minds back then, that is, we want our children and grandchildren to live a completely different life from us. Now, it seems that our resolve has finally been realized. "
Xiaofang will say with emotion: "If we hadn't insisted and succumbed to my mother-in-law's unreasonable demands, I'm afraid my son would have to repeat our mistakes." Thankfully, we persevered, and we were able to live the free life we have today. "
Xiao Ming felt the same way: "That's right, we have suffered all the way. But it is precisely because of that ordeal that we cherish the happiness in front of us so much. If everything goes too well, we may not be so happy. "
The two would look at each other and smile, full of relief. Yes, all the efforts are worth it, because they have brought about a happy life today.
Sometimes, Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang will also be full of emotion, feeling that although the mother-in-law was too rigid, her original intentions were also good. It is precisely because of her persistence that they will do their best to realize their dreams, and finally in exchange for today's results.
"Mother-in-law, her old man, can be regarded as out of kindness. "She's just too complacent, so much so that she has caused us so much tribulation." But it's because of those trials and tribulations that we've become so resilient. "
Xiao Ming will also nod in agreement: "That's right, my mother-in-law's approach back then was certainly biased, but her starting point was to give us a happy home." Therefore, she is also indispensable. If it weren't for her 'persecution', we might have been content with the status quo and would never have been able to realize our dreams. "
The years flew by, and Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang also entered the old age of their lives. Today, they have become kind old people and have witnessed the growth of future generations.
Whenever they watch their grandchildren play and play in the yard, the two of them will spontaneously feel a sense of great relief and comfort. Yes, it is precisely because of their hard work and persistence that today's children and grandchildren can live such a free and happy life.
"Behold, how happy the children are!" Xiaofang often said to her husband, "They don't have to worry about the burdens of life at all, and their whole mind is only on having fun." "
Xiao Minghui nodded in agreement: "Yes, this is the life we worked so hard to get back then." If we hadn't gritted our teeth and realized our dreams, I am afraid that it would be difficult for children to enjoy the joy of childhood wholeheartedly. "
The two would look at each other and smile, their eyes full of kindness and relief. Yes, all the hard work is worth it, because it is exchanged for a carefree and happy life for future generations.
Sometimes, Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang will also be full of emotion, feeling that if they didn't have the unreasonable demands of their mother-in-law, they might never be able to understand the meaning of hard work.
"Actually, we should be grateful to my mother-in-law for her 'persecution' back then. Xiao Ming will say, "It is precisely because of her unreasonable demands that we will do our best to realize our dreams." "
Xiaofang will also nod her head in agreement with deep feelings: "Yes, if my mother-in-law had been considerate of us in every way back then, I'm afraid we would have been content with the status quo and would not have been able to realize our dreams." Therefore, although her approach is a bit extreme, it is also a driving force for us to work hard. "
Both realize that life's tribulations are often an invisible driving force that allows a person to grow in the face of adversity and ultimately achieve their dreams. It is precisely because of the "persecution" of their mother-in-law that they will do their best to pursue a happy and happy life.
"If my mother-in-law had been considerate of us in every way from the beginning, I am afraid that we would have been satisfied with food and clothing. Xiao Minghui said with emotion, "Who would have thought that it was her unreasonable request that made us realize that only hard work can change our fate." "
Xiao Fang will also nod approvingly: "That's right, although what my mother-in-law did back then made us suffer, but it is also a powerful driving force for us to grow." Without those trials and tribulations, we might not have stopped and could not appreciate the meaning of pursuing our dreams. "
Yes, all tribulations are a precious wealth, although they will bring people short-term pain, but they can exercise people's will, make people grow in adversity, and finally achieve self-transcendence. Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang both deeply understand that it is precisely because of the "persecution" of their mother-in-law that they will do their best to pursue a happy life.
Time flies, future generations have grown up, and the young couple is about to leave this world. One day, when they were lying on the hospital bed, looking at the bright sunshine outside the window, Xiao Ming suddenly said to his wife: "Fangfang, we have really worked a lot in this life." "
Xiao Fang nodded, showing a kind smile: "Yes, but our efforts are worth it." It is precisely because of the hardships of those years that we have become so resilient; And it is precisely because of our persistence that we have a happy and healthy life for future generations. "
Xiao Ming will also smile and nod in agreement: "That's right, in this life, we have grown up in tribulations and moved forward in struggle." Although we have endured all the hardships, we have never given up on our dreams, and we have all achieved them one by one. Look at our children and grandchildren, how free and happy they live!"
The two looked at each other and smiled, their eyes full of relief and comfort. Yes, all the efforts are worth it, because they are exchanged for a carefree and beautiful life for future generations.
At this moment, the sons and grandchildren of the young couple came to the ward and gathered around the bedside. Looking at the happy scene of the family, Xiao Ming and Xiao Fang were extremely relieved.
"Children, you must remember that happiness depends on your own struggle and struggle. Xiao Ming used his last strength and said to everyone, "Only by having the courage to pursue your dreams can you live a free and happy life." We are the best example of this!"
Xiaofang also nodded with a smile and said to the children: "Yes, your happy life is exactly what we have exchanged for with tears and sweat bit by bit. Therefore, you should cherish everything in front of you and use your own efforts to pursue a better future. "
Looking at the grateful expressions of their children and grandchildren, the two old men were extremely relieved in their hearts. Yes, all the hard work is worth it, because they not only realize their dreams, but also pave the way for future generations to be happy.