Li Xiaoming stood in the bright 4S store exhibition hall, his eyes lingering on the rows of shiny new cars. His wife, Zhang Wei, in a simple dress, was excitedly pointing to a white SUV with a sparkle in her eyes.
"Xiaoming, what do you think of this car? It has a lot of space, and it is convenient to take the children out to play in the future. Zhang Wei's voice was full of anticipation.
Li Xiaoming smiled and nodded, he walked to the side of the car and stroked the body with his hand, "It's really good, this car is quite cost-effective, and our savings in the past few years are enough." ”
The two looked at each other and smiled, their hearts full of longing for the future. They have been married for five years and have always dreamed of having a car of their own, and now it is finally coming true.
"We've got to celebrate. Zhang Wei proposed.
"Good idea, call my parents and brother in the evening, and let's go out for dinner together. Li Xiaoming responded, already thinking about the evening's menu.
They didn't notice that a salesman in the corner of the showroom was looking at them with envy. Xiao Wang, a salesman, is also a child of an ordinary family, and he knows what it means to own a car for a family.
"Xiaoming, you are so amazing, you can afford such a good car at such a young age. Xiao Wang walked over, with a hint of imperceptible envy in his tone.
Li Xiaoming smiled modestly, "Whereever, it's also money that has been saved hard for a few years." ”
Zhang Wei added on the side, "Thank you, Xiao Wang, for recommending such a good car to us." ”
Xiao Wang smiled and waved his hand, "It should be, it should be." ”
The three chatted a few more words, and Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei decided to take a test drive. When they sat in the car and felt the comfort of the seats and the spaciousness of the car, the two of them were even more excited.
"Xiaoming, you come and open it, I'm a little nervous. Zhang Wei said and handed the key to Li Xiaoming.
Li Xiaoming took the key, took a deep breath, and then started the car. With the roar of the engine, they slowly drove out of the 4S store and drove towards the future.
Little did they know that while they were basking in joy, a storm was brewing in their home.
In the evening, Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei returned home with full joy, and the table at home was already full of sumptuous dishes. Li Xiaoming's father, Li Guoqiang, was sitting on the sofa reading the newspaper, his mother Wang Lihua was busy in the kitchen, and his brother-in-law Li Xiaodong was helping to set the dishes and chopsticks.
"Mom and Dad, Xiaodong, we have good news for you. Zhang Wei said excitedly, with a happy smile on her face.
"What's the good news? Li Guoqiang put down the newspaper and asked curiously.
"We went to the 4S store today and ordered a new car!" Li Xiaoming added, with a hint of pride in his tone.
Wang Lihua poked her head out of the kitchen with a relieved smile on her face, "Great, you finally have your own car." ”
However, the joy did not last long. Mother-in-law Wang Lihua suddenly put down the dishes and chopsticks in her hand, and her face became serious, "It's a good thing to buy a car, but have you ever thought about Xiaodong? ”
The atmosphere at the table froze instantly, Zhang Wei's smile froze on her face, and Li Xiaoming also looked a little embarrassed.
"Mom, let's ......" Li Xiaoming tried to explain, but was interrupted by his mother-in-law.
"I know you work hard, but Xiaodong is also a member of the family, isn't it a bit selfish for you to do this?" Wang Lihua's words were reproachful.
Seeing this, Li Xiaodong hurriedly played a round, "Mom, don't be angry, Xiaoming and Weiwei bought a car for the convenience of traveling in the future." ”
"Convenient, I think it's a show!" Wang Lihua's tone became heavier and heavier, she stood up and slapped the table, "Have you ever thought that this more than 200,000 yuan can help Xiaodong make a down payment!"
Zhang Wei's face turned pale, she didn't expect her mother-in-law to be so angry. Li Xiaoming also felt unprecedented pressure, and he knew that this family gathering had turned into a debate about family responsibilities and personal dreams.
"Mom, we really don't mean to show off......" Zhang Wei's voice trembled a little.
"No, then why don't you help Xiaodong first?" Wang Lihua's question made the whole room fall silent.
Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei glanced at each other, and they realized that they needed to think about this problem.
The tension of the family gathering has not completely dissipated, and Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei's mood is also like being enveloped by dark clouds. One afternoon a few days later, Li Xiaoming met his brother-in-law Li Xiaodong on a bench in the community. Xiaodong was looking down at his phone, as if replying to something.
"Xiaodong, what are you doing here?" Li Xiaoming walked over, trying to break the silence in a relaxed tone.
"Oh, Brother Xiaoming, I'm looking at some rental information. Xiaodong raised his head and replied with a smile, but there was a hint of imperceptible bitterness in his smile.
Li Xiaoming's heart tightened, he knew that Xiaodong had been working hard to save money to buy a house, but the high price of housing made his dream seem out of reach. He sat next to Xiaodong, and the two began to chat.
"Xiaodong, that day's mother's words, don't take it to heart. We also bought a car for the convenience of travel in the future, and we didn't care about you. Li Xiaoming said sincerely.
Xiaodong waved his hand, "I know, Brother Xiaoming." Actually, I've been helping you, and some of the money you have paid for the car has been saved by me over the years. ”
Li Xiaoming was stunned, he didn't expect Xiaodong to say this, "Xiaodong, you are ......"
"I hope to contribute to my family, and you buy a car for a better life. Xiaodong's words reveal a kind of maturity and understanding.
The conversation between the two was interrupted by a ringing phone, and it was Wang Lihua calling. Li Xiaoming picked up the phone, Wang Lihua's voice carried a hint of anxiety, "Xiaoming, are you with Xiaodong?" I was chatting with the neighbor just now, and I realized that Xiaodong has been helping you, why didn't you tell me?"
Li Xiaoming's heart warmed, and he realized that behind his mother-in-law's accusation, there was actually a desire for family harmony, and she hoped that every family member could get the attention and help they deserved.
Hanging up the phone, Li Xiaoming looked at Xiaodong, his eyes were full of gratitude and guilt, "Xiaodong, thank you." We ......"
Xiaodong interrupted him, "Xiaoming, we are a family, and it is right to help each other. Mom is also worried about me, and she wants everyone in the family to live well. ”
Li Xiaoming nodded, and he had already made a decision in his heart. He knew that they needed to rethink how to balance family and personal dreams so that everyone could feel the warmth and support of family.
After a long conversation late at night, Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei made a big decision. They decided to sell the new car they had just bought and use the money to help their brother-in-law Li Xiaodong solve the housing problem. It was not an easy decision for them, but the harmony and support of the family took a more important place in their hearts.
Early the next morning, Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei contacted the 4S store and expressed the idea of returning the car. Although the manager of the 4S store was a little surprised, he still expressed his understanding and began to go through the relevant return procedures.
"Xiaodong, we decided to return the car, you can use this money to make a down payment. Li Xiaoming said to Xiaodong on the phone.
Xiaodong on the other end of the phone was silent for a while, and then slowly spoke, "Brother Xiaoming, I have received your wishes, but I don't think this is the best solution." ”
Li Xiaoming was stunned, "Why? So that you can have your own home." ”
"I know you're doing it for my good," Xiaodong's voice said with a hint of determination, "but I also want to make this dream come true through my own efforts." You also bought a car for a better life, and I don't want it to affect you because of me. ”
Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei were deeply touched by Xiaodong's words. They realize that the value of family and individuals should not be based on sacrifice and compromise, but on mutual support and respect.
"Xiaodong, you're right, we should all have our own dreams and pursuits. Zhang Wei said with emotion.
Xiaodong smiled, "Yes, we can work together and help each other, but we don't need to sacrifice each other's happiness." ”
The three reached a consensus on the phone, Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei decided to keep the car, and Xiaodong also strengthened his determination to work hard to buy a house. They know that no matter how difficult the road ahead may be, nothing is impossible as long as the family is united.
After some deep family discussions and inner struggles, Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei finally found a compromise. They decided to sell their original luxury SUV in favor of a more affordable model. This not only retains their need for cars, but also provides some financial support for the younger brother-in-law Li Xiaodong.
"Xiaodong, we discussed it and decided to buy a cheaper car. Li Xiaoming announced the news at a family gathering.
Wang Lihua looked at her son and daughter-in-law in surprise, and a hint of relief flashed in her eyes, "Really?
"Yes, Mom. Zhang Wei replied with a smile, "We feel that family harmony is more important than anything else, and Xiaodong also needs our support." ”
Xiaodong looked at his brother and sister-in-law with emotion, his eyes were a little moist, "Brother Xiaoming, Weiwei, thank you, but I really don't want you to sacrifice too much for me." ”
"Xiaodong, this is our mutual decision. Li Xiaoming said firmly, "We are a family and should help each other." ”
In the end, Li Xiaoming and Zhang Wei chose a compact car with high cost performance. They used the money they saved, plus some of their own savings, to help Xiaodong pay a down payment for a small apartment. Xiaodong also promised that he would repay the money as soon as possible.
"Mom, look, everyone is happy this way. Zhang Wei took Wang Lihua's hand and said gently.
Wang Lihua smiled and nodded, "Yes, this is what home looks like." ”
This decision not only made Xiaodong feel warm, but also made the relationship between the whole family more harmonious. They understand that home is more than just a place to live, it's a haven of love and support.
This article is a microfiction, please do not sit in the opposite seat