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My name is Li Yuxuan, and I am an ordinary housewife. My husband Zhang Jian and I have been married for five years and we live in a bustling city. Zhang Jian is a middle-level manager in a large enterprise with a busy job but a stable income. Our life is ordinary, but it is also happy. However, an unexpected family gathering made me experience the contradictions and helplessness in family relationships.
It was a fine weekend afternoon, and I went to a party at his house with Jian Zhang. His family is in good condition and lives in a villa on the outskirts of the city. At the party, I met Zhang Jian's mother-in-law, my mother-in-law, a typical traditional Chinese mother-in-law, strict and traditional. She was always picky about everything about me, from how I dressed to how I cooked.
The party was very enjoyable, the meals were sumptuous, and everyone sat around talking and laughing. But in such a seemingly harmonious setting, a small thing changes everything. I was helping to clean the dishes and chopsticks in the kitchen when I suddenly found a bill at the table. The bill was filled with the amount of money each person had spent, and next to my name was a drink I had never ordered, and it was mineral water worth 8 yuan. I instinctively felt that something was wrong, so I brought it up.
"Mother-in-law, there is an extra bottle of water on this bill that I haven't drunk, I shouldn't have to pay it, right?" I tried to use as tactful a tone as possible to avoid unnecessary arguments.
The mother-in-law frowned and replied unceremoniously: "Didn't you drink it? I saw it with my own eyes, and I can't let others pay for you." "
I felt aggrieved for a while, but it was difficult to refute it directly, so I had to put it down for the time being. But I distinctly remember that I didn't drink that bottle of mineral water. I looked at Jian Zhang with some displeasure, hoping that he could help me speak fairly. However, he pretended not to hear and stared intently at the phone in his hand, as if checking an important work email.
"Mom, I'm sure I didn't see her drink that bottle of water. I tried to ask him for help, but he only barely smiled at the corners of his mouth and didn't speak.
At this moment, I felt a deep sense of disappointment and isolation. When I needed support and understanding, my husband chose to remain silent. And the mother-in-law, in her way, strongly insisted on her point of view. This is not only a dispute about 8 yuan, but also an exposure of the hidden contradictions in the family.
I tried to control the anger in my heart and didn't want to lose my temper in front of my mother-in-law. But I didn't want to be wronged, so I decided to find out the truth. I looked around at the others present, hoping that someone would be able to testify for me. But everyone chose to remain silent, as if they were afraid of being drawn into this quarrel.
"Can I go to the waiter and check the bill? Maybe there's a misunderstanding. I tried to come up with a solution to the problem.
The mother-in-law didn't give up, and her tone became tougher: "No need, I saw you drink it with my own eyes, so don't shirk it." "
I felt a sense of powerlessness hit me. In the face of such an attitude, I feel that it is pointless to defend it. I took a deep breath, tried to calm myself down, and let go of the matter for a moment.
I felt a little embarrassed and uncomfortable throughout the party. I tried to pretend that nothing happened, but my heart was haunted by this little dispute. As usual, Zhang Jian also ignored me, only occasionally throwing some meaningless glances at me. I felt an unspeakable sense of isolation and loss.
Finally, the party ended. On the way home, I remained silent, full of doubts and dissatisfaction. I don't understand why Zhang Jian chose to let my mother-in-law blame me, why he couldn't stand on my side and say a fair word for me.
When I got home, I didn't mention it to Zhang Jian, but I just sat silently in the living room for a while, thinking about everything that happened today. The more I thought about it, the more unhappy I felt, and I felt that I had been wronged and had no power to defend myself. Gradually, a wave of anger came over me, and I felt that I needed to get justice for myself.
Soon after, when Zhang Jian returned to the living room, he saw that I was silent and asked suspiciously, "What's wrong?
I hesitated, but finally decided to tell him what had happened today. "Actually, at the party at my mother's house today, something happened that made me very uncomfortable. "
Zhang Jian frowned and motioned for me to continue.
I paused for a moment and continued, "It's that 8 yuan bill, and I feel very wronged. I really didn't drink that bottle of water, but my mother insisted on me to pay, and you didn't come out to speak for me, and I was disappointed. "
After listening to my words, Zhang Jian was silent for a while, his expression was a little embarrassed, but he still tried to defend his mother: "Maybe it's a misunderstanding, my mother sometimes remembers wrong." Besides, 8 yuan is not a big deal, so why bother?"
Hearing him say this, I felt even more uncomfortable. "However, it's not just a matter of 8 dollars, it's a matter of attitude. I feel that at a critical moment, you should be on my side and support me, rather than choosing silence. "
Zhang Jian was silent for a while, and he seemed to realize my dissatisfaction. He sighed softly and said, "I'm sorry, maybe I didn't handle it well enough at the time, I will communicate well with my mother." "
Hearing his apology, the anger in my heart calmed down a little, but the doubts in my heart remained. I don't know if Jian Zhang will actually communicate with his mother, and I don't know if he will really be on my side. I felt powerless and confused, not knowing how to deal with the conflicts in this family.
The next day, I woke up with a heavy heart. Last night's quarrel left me feeling like the whole family was in a shadow. I don't know how to face my mother-in-law and Zhang Jian next, and I don't know how they will react.
When I went downstairs, I found that Zhang Jian had already gotten up and was preparing breakfast. Seeing his serious look, I felt a little guilty, after all, we had a fight last night because of my matter.
"Good morning, Ken. I tried to break the silence and open up a relaxed atmosphere.
"Good morning, Yuxuan. Zhang Jian turned his head and looked at me with a smile, his expression revealing a hint of apology.
We sat down to have breakfast together and the atmosphere seemed a little lighter. But I know that last night's events were not resolved and that the problems between us remained. I don't know if I should bring it up again, I'm afraid of another fight, but I feel like this issue has to be resolved.
"Ken, about last night's ......" I hesitated, but finally chose to speak.
Zhang Jian stopped what he was doing, looked at me seriously, and motioned for me to continue.
"I know I'm probably a little too careful, but I think in the family, we should support and understand each other. Last night, I felt a little disappointed that you weren't on my side. "
Zhang Jian was silent for a while, his expression was a little complicated, as if he was thinking about how to answer.
"Yuxuan, I know I didn't handle it well enough, I should be on your side and support you. I'm sorry, I'll have a good talk with my mom. "
Hearing his apology gave me a sense of comfort that at least he was willing to admit his mistake and try to solve the problem. I don't want to complain anymore, after all, conflicts in the family need to be solved by everyone's efforts.
"Okay, I'm sure you'll take care of it. As long as we understand and tolerate each other, we will be able to solve our problems. "
Zhang Jian nodded and looked at me with a smile, his eyes revealing a hint of warmth and gratitude. Although there will be stumbles between us, love and understanding for each other is the most important thing in the family.
Over the next few days, Zhang Jian and I worked hard to ease tensions in the family. Although my mother-in-law didn't apologize to me, at least she was more polite in front of me. I also try to avoid conflicts with her, and try to resolve conflicts in the family with more tolerance and understanding.
However, although our relationship has eased somewhat, the 8 yuan incident still haunts me. I felt like I had been wronged, and there was always an indescribable grievance in my heart.
Until one day, I happened to meet the waiter at yesterday's party in the supermarket, and I suddenly thought of a solution to the problem. I walked over to him, greeted him politely, and then got straight to the point and asked, "I'm sorry, I want to ask, did you remember bringing us a bottle of mineral water last night?"
The waiter looked at me, nodded thoughtfully, and said, "Yes, as I remember, I did bring you a bottle of mineral water." "
Hearing this, I was immediately relieved in my heart, and finally found evidence. I looked at the waiter gratefully and hurriedly thanked him: "Thank you for your answer, this is important to me." "
I told Jian Zhang the news, and he was relieved and seemed happy to be able to resolve this conflict.
"It seems that it was a misunderstanding, and my mother may have misremembered. Zhang Jian said with a smile, his expression revealing a hint of relief.
I nodded, relieved. "Yes, I also think it's just a misunderstanding, I'll explain it to my mom. "
After this matter was dealt with, the atmosphere in the family gradually returned to its former calm. The relationship between me and Zhang Jian has also become more harmonious, and I feel that my relationship with him has become deeper. Although my mother-in-law is still a little critical of me, at least we can resolve the conflict through understanding and tolerance, and jointly maintain the harmony and warmth of this family.
Time flies, and my life and Zhang Jian's life have returned to their former peace and happiness. We work hard and support each other to build a warm family together.
However, on a sunny weekend, I received an unexpected phone call. A familiar voice came from the other end of the phone - it was Zhang Jian's mother.
"Yuxuan, I have something to tell you. My mother-in-law's voice was a little serious, and I was suddenly a little nervous.
"What's the matter, is there anything Mom needs help with?" I tried to keep my composure, but there was a hint of uneasiness in my heart.
"Yes, I have been feeling a little unwell recently, I went to the hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said that I had a serious illness that required surgery. There was a tremor in my mother-in-law's voice, and I could feel her uneasiness and fear.
When I heard the news, I felt a wave of sadness and anxiety in my heart. Although my mother-in-law is strict with me, she is my husband's mother after all, and her health is related to the happiness of the whole family. I immediately comforted: "Mom, don't worry, we will fully support you and will definitely be by your side." "
After listening to my words, my mother-in-law couldn't help but shed tears, and her voice was a little choked: "Thank you, Yuxuan." I know you're the closest people, and I don't want to drag you down. But I really need your help. "
When I heard her request, I felt a pang of sadness in my heart. Although we have had friction before, at this moment, her physical health is more important than anything else. I immediately comforted: "Mom, don't worry, we will definitely be by your side." We will do our best to help you, both mentally and materially. "
After hanging up the phone, I immediately discussed the matter with Zhang Jian. After listening to this, he also expressed his willingness to fully support his mother-in-law and help her through this difficulty. We decided to rush to my mother-in-law's city as soon as possible to accompany her through the surgery and recovery period.
In the hospital, I saw the anxiety and uneasiness on my mother-in-law's face, and I held her hand tightly and comforted her in every way I could. My mother-in-law's hand gradually warmed in my palm, and she looked at me gratefully, her eyes glistening with tears.
The operation went smoothly and the mother-in-law successfully survived the hurdle. During the recovery period, Zhang Jian and I took turns to take care of her, prepare nutritious food for her, and accompany her through her rehabilitation training. My mother-in-law also gradually regained her health and vitality in our company.
During this time, I deeply experienced the warmth and affection of family. Although there have been frictions and conflicts between us, we have all been able to support each other and get through it together at critical moments. My relationship with Zhang Jian has also deepened because of this experience, and we cherish each other's mutual understanding and tolerance even more.
Gradually, the mother-in-law's body recovered better and better, and her smile became brighter and brighter. On the day I left the hospital, my mother-in-law hugged me tightly and said gratefully, "Thank you, Yuxuan." You are my dearest person, and I am really lucky to have a daughter-in-law like you. "
Hearing this, my heart was filled with emotion and happiness. During this time, I not only helped my mother-in-law, but also gained a deeper understanding of the meaning and value of family. My family with Zhang Jian will always be a warm and harmonious harbor, and we will always support each other to face the challenges and difficulties in life together.
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