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I am Zhang Meihua, an ordinary housewife living a simple life. I was married to a well-to-do but somewhat reserved businessman from a small town, his name was Liu Jian. After I got married, I moved into Liu's house and lived with his parents in a small, traditional courtyard house.
I remember that when we first met, the parents of the Liu family were not particularly happy with me. I am from an ordinary family in the county, and compared to the status and wealth of the Liu family, I am a little inappropriate. But Liu Jian insisted on marrying me, and he said that he loved me and that this was the life he wanted. I love him too, though I don't have the courage to ask myself if I love him the same. After we got married, his parents didn't object on the surface, but they always gave me a sense of indifference.
As the days passed, I struggled to fit in with the family. Although they kept a distance from me, I still tried to be a obedient and filial daughter-in-law. I try my best to respect and care for them, even though in my heart this filial piety often brings a lot of unspeakable bitterness.
The hardest thing in life is the attitude of my mother-in-law. She was a traditional and powerful woman, and although she was over fifty years old, her words still had absolute authority in the family. She wasn't very happy with me, always finding fault, being critical of my words and actions, and even imposing her own ideas on me. Sometimes she would reproach me for no reason, and I could only swallow my anger and not dare to resist anything.
One day, a small thing became the fuse. Liu Jian was going on a business trip that day, and his mother reminded me to cook some dishes he liked to eat and prepared his clothes. I did everything she asked, but before Liu Jian left, she suddenly accused me of not taking good care of her son and not taking care of the family. I felt very aggrieved, but I couldn't reply, so I could only bow my head and admit my mistake. But I did everything I had to do.
That night, I hid in my room and secretly cried for a long time. I started to feel like this life was really hard and I didn't know how long I could endure it. Soon after, Liu Jian returned. He noticed that I was depressed and asked me with concern what was going on. I tried to hide it, telling him that he was just tired, but he seemed to sense the troubles in my heart.
"What's wrong with Mom today?" he said with a hint of uneasiness, "Did she say anything nasty?"
I shook my head, unwilling to embarrass him. But Liu Jian didn't let it go, he persuaded me to tell my heart, "If there is anything wrong with my mother, you can tell me." ”
I knew he cared about me, so I told him about my mother-in-law's attitude today. Liu Jian frowned, was silent for a while, and said, "She's like this sometimes, don't take it too seriously." She's always been like this, just get used to it. ”
I didn't really believe in his comfort. His silence and helplessness made me feel like an outsider. But I didn't say it, just nodded with a smile.
Liu Jian did not expect that this time the conflict between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law was not just a temporary misunderstanding. In the weeks that followed, my mother-in-law became more and more harsh and mean to me, and seemed to use me as a punching bag in her life. I often feel tired and powerless, but I also know that in this home, I have to endure and adapt, no matter how hard.
One day, I accidentally knocked over my mother-in-law's favorite teacup, and the pieces spilled all over the ground. When my mother-in-law saw this, she was furious and accused me of not knowing how to cherish her things. I quickly apologized and tried to clean up the debris, but she didn't give up, and blamed me for my bad heart and bad movements.
"Mom, don't do this to Meihua. Liu Jian finally couldn't help but speak, he looked at me, his voice revealing dissatisfaction.
"You're here to speak for her again!" a flash of anger flashed in the mother-in-law's eyes, "Do you think I'm not good to her?
Liu Jian was taken aback, he didn't expect his mother-in-law to say such a thing. "Mom, how can you say that?" he tried to explain, "Meihua is my wife, and she is my family. ”
"She's your family, not mine!" the mother-in-law didn't back down at all, "I've been putting up with it for a long time, I can't stand her anymore!"
These words made my heart ache like a knife, and I never imagined that my mother-in-law's dissatisfaction with me would reach such a point. Liu Jian looked at me with great embarrassment, he knew that he could not convince his stubborn mother. At that moment, I felt like I had completely lost my footing in this home.
One evening a few days later, my mother-in-law came to talk to me again. "Meihua, you know that I am not satisfied with you, and you are not happy living here. She confessed, "I don't think it's appropriate for us to continue together, you'd better leave." ”
I sat there, speechless for a moment. Although I had a premonition in my heart, when I actually heard this sentence, I still couldn't accept it. Liu Jian stood up and wanted to say something, but was stopped by his mother-in-law.
"Son, don't say anything. It was my decision. "Mother-in-law's attitude is resolute.
I bit my lip and tried to keep my emotions under control. "Okay, Mom. I finally spoke, "I'll leave." ”
That night, I packed my belongings and prepared to leave the home where I had placed my hopes. Liu Jian came to my room, his eyes full of helplessness and guilt. "I'm sorry, Meihua, it's all my fault. He whispered.
I shook my head and tried to comfort him, "No, it's not your fault. You're a good husband, but there are some things we can't change. ”
Liu Jian was silent for a while, and suddenly took out a small package and handed it to me. "Here are some of the things I bought for you, I hope you like it. His voice was a little slurred.
I took the package and untied it gently. Inside is a book and a delicate necklace. I raised my head and looked at Jian Liu. "Thank you, Ken. I love all of that. ”
He smiled slightly, but didn't say anything. We both knew that the family could no longer accommodate me.
The next morning, I left Liu's house. Liu Jian accompanied me to the door, his eyes full of helplessness and reluctance. "Meihua, you have to take care of yourself. His voice was a little hoarse.
I nodded, trying to smile. "I will. You also need to take good care of yourself and your parents. ”
He didn't say anything more, just looked at me until I walked out of the house. I glanced up at the home I had once dreamed of, and then turned away, my heart twisting.
I returned to my hometown, a place that was both familiar and strange. My family was amazed at my return, especially my parents. Although they don't know the real reason for the Liu family, they have always supported me and just hope that I can have a good time.
In my hometown, I rediscovered my rhythm and life. I started teaching at a local elementary school, and although the salary was not high, I felt content and happy. My family has always been by my side and has given me infinite care and love. Time passes slowly, me
It is true that I have lived a fulfilling life in my hometown, and I have gradually forgotten all the unhappiness of the Liu family. However, one day after work, I received a strange phone call.
"Hey, hello, are you Zhang Meihua?" said a strange male voice on the other end of the phone.
"Yes, who are you?" I was a little surprised.
"I'm Liu Jian, I want to meet you, can I meet somewhere?"
When I heard his name, my feelings suddenly became complicated. I hadn't heard him for years, but I heard his name on the phone again. I hesitated for a moment, but finally agreed to his request.
We agreed to meet in a nondescript café. I got there early, feeling a little flustered. Liu Jian also appeared at the appointed time, he looked a little tired, but there was a hint of anticipation in his eyes.
"Meihua, thank you for meeting me. Liu Jian sat down, trying to break the silence.
I nodded and didn't speak. Liu Jian looked at me, was silent for a while, and finally spoke: "Meihua, I know that my mother is not good to you, and I also know that all this is my fault. I should have protected you more, but I didn't. ”
I listened quietly and didn't respond.
"The conflict between me and my mom has become so bad that she doesn't even want to see me anymore. Liu Jian's voice carried a hint of helplessness, "I'm really sorry for letting you be wronged." ”
I looked at Liu Jian and felt his sincerity and guilt. But that's all in the past, and I don't know what else to say between us.
"I just wanted to apologize to you and give you a gift. Liu Jian pushed a small package in front of me, "This is what I brought back from abroad, I hope you can accept it." ”
I took the package and untied it gently. Inside is a beautiful book of photographs, as well as a letter. I opened the letter, and it contained a few short words: "Meihua, I hope you can live happily. No matter what the future holds, you will always be beautiful in my heart. ”
Looking at this, I felt a pang of sourness in my heart. For many years, I had tried to forget the pain of the Liu family, but at this moment his sincerity touched my heart again.
"Liu Jian, thank you for the gift. I finally spoke, "I'll cherish it." ”
He smiled slightly, but there was a trace of unspeakable regret in his eyes.
We chatted for a while in the café and talked about how we were doing. Liu Jian told me that he had decided to leave the city and pursue his dream. Listening to his words, I felt an indescribable heartache. Perhaps, we are really destined not to come together again.
In the end, we left the café and set ourselves on different paths. Liu Jian's figure faded away, and I stood silently in place, with a lot of thoughts in my heart.
When I got home, I reopened the photo book, which documented beautiful landscapes from all over the world. I looked slowly, as if I saw Liu Jian's figure in the distance. My mood gradually calmed down, and I told myself that life was going to go on, no matter what happened.
As the days passed, I continued to teach in the primary school, and my life gradually returned to peace. However, one day I received a special package from Jian Liu.
The moment I opened the package, I saw a letter and a photo. The letter reads: "Meihua, this is a photo I took during my travels, and I think you'll like it. May you be happier when you receive this gift. ”
A wave of emotion welled up in my heart. Liu Jian's kindness and thoughtfulness made me feel an indescribable touch. I looked up and looked at the beautiful scenery in that photo, and my eyes moistened.
This package made me feel a touch of warmth, a kind of care that I had not felt for a long time. Perhaps, there will always be some unexpected warmth in life that makes people see hope again.
I keep this gift in my heart, and my heart is full of gratitude. Perhaps, Liu Jian's departure is not a bad thing, maybe it is the arrangement of fate, let us each find our own happiness.
Life gradually returned to peace, and I began to enjoy the joy of teaching and educating people, and the laughter of children became the best note of my day. However, on an ordinary weekend, I received a special package from my former mother-in-law.
The package was opened, and there was a letter and a beautiful embroidery manual. I was a little surprised, I didn't expect my mother-in-law to send me such a gift. I opened the letter, which read:
"Dear Meihua,
I know I had a bad attitude towards your past, and I'm deeply sorry for that. Time passed, and I thought back to the past, and I felt deeply guilty and guilty. I understand that you left because of my own unreasonableness and stubbornness. I have never been able to forget your kindness and hard work, you have always been a good daughter-in-law, and I have not given you the respect and understanding you deserve.
This embroidery manual has been carefully selected by me, I hope you will like it. I hope you will forgive me for all my past offenses and be able to return to our family. No matter what happens, you're my family, and I hope we can rebuild our old days.
Sincerely,
Your mother-in-law."
After reading the letter, I was stunned. I never thought that my mother-in-law would write such a thing, let alone that she would give me such a gift. For a moment, my heart felt extremely complicated, both moved, hesitant and overwhelmed.
I picked up the embroidery manual and flipped through it carefully. The embroidery inside is delicate and elegant, and every stitch and thread reveals the mother-in-law's intentions. I can't help but think of the days of the Liu family, those indifference and contradictions, and the strong attitude of my mother-in-law. But at this moment, her actions made me feel a glimmer of warmth and hope.
I thought about it for a long time and finally decided to reply to my mother-in-law. I wrote a letter expressing my gratitude and forgiveness, as well as my blessings and good wishes for her. I hope we can really let go of the unpleasantness of the past and start anew.
A few days later, I received a reply from my mother-in-law. She writes:
"Dear Meihua,
Thank you for your reply, I'm really glad you were able to forgive me. I hope we can get back together and face the future together. You are my family and I will cherish you no matter what happens.
Hopefully, we can work together to create a better life together.
Sincerely,
Your mother-in-law."
After reading this reply, I felt a sense of relief in my heart. Perhaps, misunderstandings and contradictions between people can be resolved as long as one party is willing to take the first step. I decided to accept my mother-in-law's invitation and go back to see the Liu family.
I returned to Liu's house, and my mother-in-law received me warmly. She looked much kinder than before, as if all the past conflicts had vanished.
"Meihua, you're here. The mother-in-law smiled and said, "Welcome home." ”
I smiled and nodded, "Thank you, Mom." ”
This time, instead of feeling strange and uneasy, I felt that everything had become warm and harmonious. My mother-in-law and I sat down again and talked about the past and the future.
"Meihua, I'm really sorry, I used to be too harsh on you. There was a hint of guilt in the mother-in-law's eyes, "I hope we can start over." ”
I looked at my mother-in-law and felt her sincerity and kindness. I know that this reunion is not just a simple return, but also a kind of reconciliation and growth of the heart.
"Mom, let the past pass. I smiled and said, "I'm glad to be back and live with you and Jian Liu." ”
A relieved smile appeared on the mother-in-law's face, "Okay, let's work together to create a better future together." ”
I looked at my mother-in-law with gratitude and hope. Perhaps, the family is not without contradictions and misunderstandings, but as long as there is love and understanding, everything can be resolved. I believe that the future will be even better.
After starting life in the Liu family, my relationship with my mother-in-law gradually improved, and she became more tolerant and caring for me. I try my best to be a good daughter-in-law and try my best to take care of the affairs of the family. Liu Jian worked outside the home and occasionally went home, and the relationship between us gradually returned to the intimacy it once was.
One weekend, Liu Jian suggested taking my mother-in-law and me to a nearby town. I was a little hesitant, but my mother-in-law accepted the offer with a smile. "Okay, I haven't been out for a walk in a long time, so it's time to relax. ”
We set off early in the morning, in the car driven by Liu Jian, and drove into the distance. On the way, my mother-in-law and I exchanged some homely topics from time to time, and the atmosphere was pleasant and relaxed.
When we arrived in the town, we first went to a famous old town restaurant and tasted the local specialties. My mother-in-law said to me, "Meihua, try this xiao long bao, it's the signature dish here." ”
I took a bite and thought it tasted really good. "Well, it's delicious. I responded with a smile.
After lunch, we strolled through the streets of the old town, admiring the ancient buildings and quiet streetscapes. My mother-in-law suddenly grabbed my hand, "Meihua, this little couple you and Jian do look really affectionate." ”
I was a little surprised, but I still smiled and said, "Mom, thank you for the compliment." ”
The mother-in-law continued: "I know that I was too harsh on you before, and you suffered a lot of grievances. But now I'm really happy to be able to start over and get back to you again. ”
When I heard my mother-in-law say this, I felt a sense of relief and gratitude. The contradictions and unpleasantness of the past seem to have become insignificant.
After a day of playing, we headed home. My mother-in-law and I prepared dinner together, while Liu Jian helped out. The home is filled with laughter and a warm atmosphere.
During dinner, the mother-in-law raised her wine glass, "Meihua, thank you for coming back, thank you for forgiving me." Hopefully we can all get along well in the future. ”
I also raised my glass, "Mom, thank you for your understanding and tolerance. In the future, we will definitely get along more harmoniously. ”
Liu Jian looked at us and smiled with satisfaction. At this moment, everyone in the family felt an inexplicable happiness and satisfaction.
After dinner, my mother-in-law and I sat in the living room drinking tea and chatting. She began to confide in me stories from the past, about her life and experiences as a young woman. I listened quietly, feeling the softness and fragility deep inside her.
"Meihua, do you know, it was not easy for me to marry into this family back then. The mother-in-law's eyes were a little confused, "The Liu family was not wealthy at that time, and my father-in-law and I had a very difficult time. ”
I felt the loneliness and helplessness in my mother-in-law's heart. Perhaps, her harshness and indifference to me may be a manifestation of helplessness and powerlessness in her heart.
"Mom, I can understand your feelings. I said softly, "In the future, we will work together to create a better life together." ”
The mother-in-law smiled slightly, "Yes, we will." ”
That night, my mother-in-law and I talked for a long time, as if the distance between us was gradually disappearing. I realized that the warmth and harmony of the family is not achieved overnight, but requires the efforts and understanding of each member of the family.
As time went on, my relationship with my mother-in-law grew stronger and better, and we learned to be tolerant and understanding of each other. Liu Jian has also made some achievements in working outside the home, and his family's life has become happier and more satisfying.
In this family, I learned to be more tolerant and tolerant, and learned to be grateful and cherish. The mother-in-law also gradually let go of her past resentments and embraced the warmth of the family again.
The future is full of infinite possibilities, and I believe that we will always come together and face the ups and downs of life together.
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