My name is Zhang Yuqing, I am 35 years old and I am a middle school Chinese teacher. Three years ago, I divorced my ex-husband Zhang Wei because he cheated. After the divorce, I lived with our only son, Xiao Ming. Xiao Ming is 10 years old and a lively and cheerful child. Although I don't have a husband, I work hard and do my best to give Xiao Ming a happy home.
This summer, I decided to take Xiao Ming on a trip. As a single mother, I rarely have time to spend with him, and this trip not only compensates him, but also rewards myself. After consideration, I chose this place in Yunnan, which not only has magnificent natural scenery, but also rich ethnic minority culture.
"Mom, are the snow-capped mountains in Lijiang really high, can we ski?" Of course, you can, but be careful when skiing. "Are there really a lot of butterflies in the Butterfly Spring?" Yes, it's as beautiful as a wonderland. "I smiled and answered my son's every question, looking forward to the journey.
Finally, the long-awaited trip arrived. The night before departure, I helped Xiao Ming pack his suitcase.
"Mom, where's my swim trunks? Can we go swimming?" Xiao Ming asked.
"Of course, I've got you covered. I pointed to the swim trunks in my suitcase and said, "But first of all, remember to listen to the guide and don't run around." "
"Got it, I'll be obedient!" Xiao Ming assured. Looking at his excited little face, I felt sincerely happy.
We first took the high-speed train to Kunming, and then transferred to a bus to Lijiang. The scenery along the way is indeed unique, with high mountains and steep mountains, clouds and mist, and occasionally you can see a unique Dai village built against the mountain. Xiao Ming looked around with great interest, and pulled me to ask this and that from time to time.
"Mom, what's that? so pretty!"
I looked in the direction of Xiao Ming's finger, and it turned out to be a field of rape flowers, swaying golden flowers in the wind, a scene full of vitality.
"That's the rape field, isn't it beautiful like a golden carpet?"
"Well, that's beautiful! Can we get out of the car and take a closer look?"
"Of course you can, but remember not to run around and don't pick flowers. "
Xiao Ming nodded, looking out the window expectantly.
A few hours later, we finally arrived in Lijiang. This ancient city, known as the "small bridge and flowing water family", is full of leisure and comfort. We took a short break at the hotel before starting the tour.
In the old town of Lijiang, small bridges and flowing water, bluestone-paved alleys are lined with all kinds of shouts. I took Xiao Ming's little hand and admired the buildings on both sides while explaining the history of this place to him. Xiao Ming nodded his head and asked curious questions, and that focused expression made me feel very gratified.
"Mom, what is that auntie selling? Xiao Ming suddenly shouted, pointing to a vendor baking snacks.
"That's a barbecue bun, it's a special snack here, do you want to try it?"
"Yes, yes, I like to eat this fragrant thing the most!" Xiao Ming pulled me and ran to the stall.
"Wow, that's so beautiful!" Xiao Ming couldn't help but admire.
We followed the guide through the city gate to a small square. The square is surrounded by a variety of characteristic shops, and it is full of strong Naxi customs. Suddenly, a burst of melodious music came, and it turned out to be a group of Naxi girls in costumes dancing.
"Look, Mom, those aunts are so beautiful!" Xiao Ming pointed to the dancing girl and said.
I smiled and nodded: "Yes, their clothes are all carefully embroidered, representing the culture of the Naxi people." "
Xiao Ming was fascinated by what he heard, and asked eagerly, "Mom, can we also learn to dance like this in the future?"
"Absolutely. I touched his head, "But let's take a look for now, and then I'll learn from the teacher later." "
The dancing girls have graceful and elegant movements, twisting their waists and swinging their hips to show ethnic customs. Xiao Ming watched intently, his eyes lit up, and occasionally he couldn't help but shake his body to the music. I was also fascinated by this touching scene.
The next day, we went to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The view of the snow-capped mountains is truly breathtaking, snow-capped and majestic. We first took the ropeway up the mountain, and then walked to a viewing platform not far from the summit.
"Wow, that's beautiful! Mommy, look there's a big snowy field there!" Xiao Ming excitedly tugged at my sleeve.
I looked in the direction of his finger and saw a large expanse of snow glistening and glistening in the sunlight. I smiled and nodded, thinking that this was the legendary "Snow Light".
"yes, that's Snowlight. Would you like to go over and play in the snow?"
"Of course!" Xiao Ming jumped up with joy.
We walked to the edge of the snow, and Xiao Ming couldn't wait to pounce on it. He was rolling in the snow, building snowmen, and even I was led to play together. We joke around and have a fun snowball fight once in a while. At that moment, we were like two carefree children, unleashing our inner nature to the fullest.
When we were tired of playing, we sat side by side on the snow, looking at the peaks in the distance and the clouds and mist. I held Xiao Ming in my arms and felt the warmth on his body.
"Mom, can we still come to this place to play in the snow more often in the future?" Xiao Ming suddenly asked.
I was silent for a moment, and then whispered, "Of course you can, as long as you're happy, mom will take you everywhere to play." "
"Great!" Xiao Ming jumped up with joy, "Mom, you're the best!"
Looking at Xiao Ming's immature face, my heart swelled with warmth. As a single mother, I really rarely find time to spend with him. But at this moment, I made up my mind to give Xiao Ming enough love and care no matter what, so that he can grow up healthy and happy.
In the blink of an eye, the ten-day trip to Yunnan was soon coming to an end. The last stop was Kunming, where we experienced a few days of slow-paced life in this livable spring city. But the day before the return trip, something unpleasant happened.
That day, Xiao Ming insisted on going to a park farther away, so we walked there. Along the way, Xiao Ming looked around with great interest, pointing to something from time to time and asking questions. I answered them one by one, and I was secretly glad that this trip had given Xiao Ming a lot of knowledge.
Before we knew it, we were far away. When he was about to arrive at the park, Xiao Ming suddenly found that his schoolbag had fallen off. We hurried back, but we couldn't find any trace of our school bags. I was anxious, it contained all our papers and money. Just when I was helpless, the figure of my ex-husband Zhang Wei appeared in front of me.
"What are you doing here, what's going on?" He looked at me suspiciously.
"You idiot, you can't even handle this little thing!" As he spoke, Zhang Wei began to accuse me.
I was ashamed, but more disappointed and angry with him. At this juncture, he is still as selfish and narrow-minded as ever, and completely unsympathetic. I gritted my teeth and resisted the urge to have a seizure.
"Alright, you can figure it out for yourself. Zhang Wei sneered and left without looking back.
I looked at his back in the distance, and my heart was mixed. Years of married life have made me see him clearly. However, in the face of such an important matter, he still stood by and watched, and this callousness still made me sad.
And just like that, we returned home rather embarrassed. Half of my luggage was missing, my documents and money were gone, and I didn't feel safe when I returned to the familiar environment.
Exhausted, I opened the door, only to find that the key could not open the lockhole. I tried a few more times and it still didn't help. Could it be that the lock cylinder is broken? I was so annoyed that I was looking for someone to pick the lock, but I found that the uncle of the next door happened to be passing by.
"Master Zhang, hello, my door lock seems to be broken, can you open it for me?" I hurriedly stepped forward to ask.
Uncle's words were undoubtedly like a thunderbolt from the sky, hitting me fiercely. I stood still, at a loss. Xiao Ming was also frightened, hugging my legs tightly, shivering.
"Mom, what's wrong with us, how can there be anyone else in the house?" He asked me crying.
I quickly picked him up and comforted: "Don't be afraid, don't be afraid, mom is here, she will definitely find a way." "
But in fact, I was also in a panic. I looked around, and all but the rented house were familiar neighbors. They either looked at me sympathetically or chose to turn a blind eye. At this time, I was like a poor man overboard, struggling helplessly in the turbulent waves.
"What's going on? When we left, the house was spotless!" I can't believe it.
"It looks like someone broke into the room during your free time. The policeman carefully checked the surrounding items and said thoughtfully, "You guys check carefully to see if there are any valuables missing." "
I had to do as he told me to start looking at them one by one. Sure enough, all the cash and jewelry we had left at home when we left the house were gone. What's even more sad is that the family photo of our family of three is also missing.
"Why is this happening? Who is so vicious?" I hugged Xiao Ming, tears rolling in my eyes.
We rummaged through every corner of the house and finally found a note under the coffee table in the living room. I carefully picked it up and looked at it, and suddenly I was so shocked that I almost collapsed to the ground.
Next to the note, there was a lighter that I was all too familiar with. That's Zhang Wei's.
"Mom, what's going on, why is Dad doing this to us?" Xiao Ming asked me crying.
I couldn't stop the tears from my eyes. It turned out that Zhang Wei did all this! He not only stole our money, but also took revenge on us so despicably! Thinking of his embarrassment when he cheated back then, my heart was filled with endless anger and disappointment.
"I'm sorry baby, it's all Mom's fault. I hugged Xiao Ming in pain, tears soaking his clothes, "We will definitely be fine in the future, and my mother will protect you." "
Xiao Ming choked and nodded, but those innocent eyes were full of confusion and sadness. As a mother, how I hate myself for causing him so much harm!
After some tossing, Xiao Ming finally fell asleep on the sofa. I sat on the sidelines and watched him sleep peacefully, but the guilt and self-blame in my heart intensified.
I silently recalled my marriage to Zhang Wei as if everything was yesterday. Back then, we were a couple of lovers who truly loved each other. He is gentle and considerate, and he has a sense of responsibility, which makes me fall in love with him. But not long after Xiao Ming was born, he actually began to cheat. The most ridiculous thing is that the cheating partner turned out to be my best friend!
"Yuqing, don't blame yourself too much. It's not your fault, it's that bastard Zhang Wei who is not a thing!" My sister comforted me, "What you have to do now is to protect yourself and Xiao Ming well, and don't be crushed by him." "
"But now that we have nothing, what will we do in the future?" I choked up.
"What's there to be afraid of, don't you still have a job? As long as you have an income, you don't lack anything. My brother-in-law said, "Besides, you and our relatives, friends, and friends will always support you." "
The encouragement of my family and friends gave me courage and hope again. I know very well that it is difficult to defeat Zhang Wei, a sinister and cunning guy on my own. So, I decided to seek legal help.
I told Zhao Ming what had happened before and after, and took out the note left by Zhang Wei as evidence. After Zhao Ming listened carefully, a solemn look appeared on his face.
"Ms. Zhang, what you have encountered is indeed a heinous criminal act. He said slowly, "Judging from this note, Zhang Wei not only committed theft and trespass into the residence, but also constituted the crime of extortion." We have every reason to accuse him. "
Hearing these words, I finally had confidence in my heart. Over the years, Zhang Wei has relied on the advantage of family status, and we have been in a passive and weak situation. But now, we can finally rely on the law to return the weapon to color.
"Then what should we do? Zhang Wei is now empty, and his whereabouts cannot be found at all. I asked.
"Don't worry about this, when the case is established, the police will be responsible for arresting him. Zhao Ming said confidently, "As long as we have enough evidence, sooner or later he will have to pay for his crimes." "
With Zhao Ming's full help, Xiao Ming and I quickly filed a lawsuit against Zhang Wei. At the same time, the police also launched an arrest operation. The case is progressing smoothly due to the overwhelming evidence. In less than half a year, Zhang Wei was successfully arrested and tried in court.
In the end, Zhang Wei was sentenced to 5 years in prison for theft, extortion, and trespassing. When I heard this, I was neither too excited nor too frustrated. I just watched quietly as he was escorted out of the courtroom by the guards, thinking that maybe this was what he deserved.
After the trial, I stood alone in front of the courthouse, staring at the sky. A breeze blew through and blew away the gloom in my heart. I know that from now on, our family will truly have a new beginning.
Xiao Ming came over and took my hand, and innocently asked, "Mom, we won't have to see that bad guy again, right?"
I nodded, smiled and said, "yes, moms will never let any bad guy hurt you." In the days to come, we will start from scratch and live a good life. "
As I spoke, I hugged Xiao Ming tightly. As long as our mother and son are together, we will definitely be able to create a new and beautiful life.
With the help of the law, Xiao Ming and I were finally able to completely unload the burden on our bodies and devote ourselves to the construction of a new life.
One night, Xiao Ming suddenly said to me, "Mom, I'm really happy, we are living a new life now." Although a lot of unhappy things have happened before, as long as you are there, I am not afraid at all. "
I was deeply moved by these naïve words. Yes, even if fate is unlucky, as long as our mother and son are together, we will always have a bright future. I firmly believe that from now on, happiness will always be ours.
Time flies, and in a blink of an eye, Xiao Ming is about to graduate from middle school. We've been through so much over the years. But every time I think back to those difficult years, my heart is filled with immense pride and pride.
Yes, we have fallen to the lowest point in our lives, but we are still not defeated by fate. On the contrary, we used courage and wisdom to regain happiness little by little. Today's Xiao Ming is already a sunny and handsome big boy, he performs well in study and life, and is a role model for his peers.
And I, too, have transformed from a devastated single mother to a confident and sunny working woman. I love what I do and I have a mentor and a colleague. What's more, the bond between our mother and son is closer than ever.
Yes, happiness is such an ordinary and beautiful thing. It's not something you are born with, it's something you earn. If I hadn't had the courage to face the reality and move forward, I would never have experienced this happiness.