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My name is Li Feng, an ordinary office worker. I come from a small city, and in addition to my wife Liu Lin and me, and my younger brother Li Fei, I live in the family. My parents died at an early age, leaving behind an old house and some savings for our brothers to live on together.
Our family was originally peaceful, plain and warm. However, a contradiction crept in, like a storm, and plunged me into unprecedented trouble.
The cause of the incident was because of my younger brother Li Fei. He was a straightforward and somewhat clever young man. I found a good job in the city, and my monthly income was stable. However, he has never been married and has no stable girlfriend. At home, his attitude is also a bit too egotistical, always likes to enjoy some family life, but is not very willing to take on some family responsibilities.
And my wife, Liu Lin, is a delicate and empathetic woman. She and I have been married for six years and our relationship has always been good. Lately, however, her attitude towards my brother has become a little odd. Every time I mentioned buying a house for my brother, she always kept a straight face and even complained.
Once, Liu Lin and I were having dinner at home, and I mentioned buying a house for my younger brother. After Liu Lin heard this, he immediately frowned: "Li Feng, why do you always think about your brother, our house is almost unlivable, and you still want to buy him a house?"
I was a little embarrassed and said, "Liu Lin, he is my younger brother, a member of our family, can't I think about him? Moreover, it is not easy for my younger brother, he is working hard outside, we should support him." ”
After hearing this, Liu Lin sighed: "Li Feng, I'm not saying that you shouldn't help him, but you also have to consider our own situation." Our family doesn't have a lot of savings, and if we keep spending like this, what will we do in the future? Besides, he already has a job and an income, so why should we buy a house for him?"
I lowered my head in embarrassment, and I knew that what Liu Lin said also made sense. However, as an older brother, I always felt a responsibility to take care of my younger brother. Although the dispute passed, my heart became heavy.
After that meal, my relationship with Liu Lin became a little strained. I tried to avoid mentioning my brother, but the awkward atmosphere was always there. Whenever I think of my brother, I always feel an inexplicable sense of guilt and uneasiness in my heart.
And Liu Lin's attitude became more and more tough. She told me more than once that she would consider a divorce if I still insisted on buying a house for my brother. I don't know if she was really angry, or if she was just talking in anger, but such words made me feel deeply frightened and helpless.
As the days passed, the distance between me and Liu Lin became farther and farther away. Every night, we were silent in our respective rooms, as if there was a transparent wall separating our hearts. I began to doubt our marriage and began to wonder if our relationship would really be able to withstand such a test.
And behind all this, my younger brother Li Fei has been silent. He doesn't seem to know about the contradictions between us, or he chooses to pretend he doesn't. Sometimes I think that maybe this is his character, who likes to run away from all unpleasant things and just wants to live a simple and stable life.
However, just when I thought everything would go on like this, things took an unexpected turn.
One weekend a month later, I received a phone call from my younger brother, Li Fei. His anxious voice came from the other end of the phone: "Brother, come over quickly, I have something I want to discuss with you." ”
I immediately put down what I was doing and drove to his apartment.
Coming to his door, I saw him standing at the door anxiously waiting for me. I walked up and asked, "What's wrong? What's the matter?"
He looked around to make sure no one was around, then pulled me into his room. He sat nervously on the couch as I looked at him, and the worry in my heart deepened.
He finally spoke, his voice trembling a little: "Brother, in fact, I haven't dared to tell you that I've been in some trouble recently. ”
I clenched my fists and asked anxiously, "What's the trouble?"
He shook his head: "No, no injuries. But I've been having some problems with my work lately, and I've got some debts ......"
I frowned and asked, "Debt? How much do you owe?" Is it because of a job problem?"
He shook his head: "Not exactly, the problems at work are just the fuse. I've been thinking about how to fix this lately, but I'm just not able to do it. ”
I patted him on the shoulder and comforted, "Don't worry, if there's anything you tell me, we'll figure it out." ”
He looked at me with a gleam of gratitude in his eyes: "Thank you, brother, I know you have always supported me." Actually, I've been thinking about selling some of my valuables to make up for some of my debts lately. ”
When I heard this, my heart tightened, did he want to sell his family's old house? I quickly shook my head and said, "No, absolutely not." That was the only property our parents left us, and we must not sell it. ”
He was silent for a moment, and then he said, "Do you have any good advice?" ”
I thought for a moment, and then said, "I can lend you some money and solve the problem in front of you first." As for the long-term solution, we can discuss it together. ”
After hearing this, a trace of emotion flashed in his eyes, and he hurriedly waved his hand and said, "Brother, you are really my great benefactor." However, I don't want to trouble you, and I'll find a way to pay it off as soon as possible. ”
I smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "The affairs of the family are the affairs of the family, you are welcome." As long as you can solve the problems in front of you, we are satisfied. ”
He nodded and looked at me gratefully: "Thank you, brother, I will work harder." ”
I looked at him, and my heart was full of concern and love for him. Perhaps, this time things will
Becoming a deeper bond between our brothers, perhaps, this is a new beginning.
After returning home, I told Liu Lin about Li Fei's situation. Liu Lin was silent for a while after hearing this, and then sighed: "Li Feng, this matter is really a headache. We don't have a lot of savings, and if you keep solving problems for your brother, how will we live our own lives?"
I shook my head slightly: "Liu Lin, I know your worries, but my brother's current situation is indeed a bit tricky. I can't just ignore him, he's my own brother after all. ”
Liu Lin looked at me, and a trace of helplessness flashed in her eyes: "I know your feelings, but you also have to consider our own lives." Our house is almost unoccupiable, and if something goes wrong, what are we going to do?"
I was silent for a while, but finally chose to believe my brother. I know that he will do his best to solve the problem at hand, and I will do everything I can to help him through it.
A few days later, when Liu Lin and I were having dinner at home, I couldn't help but mention my brother's matter. I told her that I had decided to lend my brother some money to help him through the difficult time he was facing.
After hearing this, Liu Lin frowned: "Li Feng, are you really sure? Our savings are not very large, if you keep solving problems for your brother, our own life will be very difficult." ”
I smiled and patted her hand gently: "Liu Lin, I believe in my brother, he will definitely try his best to repay it." Moreover, the family should help each other, and I can't just watch him get into trouble. ”
Liu Lin sighed, looked at my serious expression, and finally nodded: "Okay, since you have decided, I can't say anything more." I just hope that your brother can solve his problem as soon as possible. ”
I was relieved to know that my decision had been supported by Liu Lin. I was determined that I would do everything I could to help my brother overcome the difficulties in front of me.
A few days later, I lent some of the money to my brother. Although he was a little hesitant at first, he finally accepted my help. I looked at the gratitude in his eyes, and my heart was also very gratified.
As time passed, my relationship with Liu Lin gradually eased. We began to understand each other again, and regained the warmth and intimacy of the past.
And my younger brother, with my help, gradually got out of the predicament. He worked hard and faced life's challenges positively, gradually finding his direction and purpose.
As the days passed, our family became more harmonious and happy. I know that no matter what difficulties and challenges we encounter in the future, we will face them together and work together until the end. Because we are a home, a home where blood is thicker than water.
Time flies, and a year has passed in the blink of an eye. During this year, Liu Lin and I became even closer, and we experienced many laughs and tears together. And my younger brother Li Fei gradually got out of the past predicament, found a stable job, and regained his strength.
However, just when we thought everything was going to get better, a sudden change of events shattered our peaceful life.
That day, I was busy working at the company when I suddenly received a call from an unfamiliar number. I picked up the phone with some confusion, but I heard an anxious voice coming: "Li Feng, come over quickly, I have an urgent matter to discuss with you." ”
I was shocked, this was Li Fei's voice! I immediately put down what I was doing and drove to his apartment.
Coming to his door, I saw him anxiously waiting for me at the door. I walked up and asked, "What's wrong? What's going on?"
His face was pale, and he looked extremely anxious: "Brother, things are a little troublesome, you come in and we will talk about it in detail." ”
I followed him into the house, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding. I asked, "What the hell is going on?"
He sat heavily on the sofa, his voice trembling a little: "Brother, I've been in some trouble lately, and ...... And I don't know what to do anymore. ”
I anxiously asked, "What is the problem?" You say, I'll help you solve it. ”
He sighed, then said, "I...... I'm being targeted. ”
When I heard this, I was shocked, and I was being targeted? What is going on? I hurriedly asked, "Who is being targeted?" What is the situation?"
His expression was unusually solemn: "I recently received some threatening phone calls, asking me to pay off my previous debts, otherwise I will take some extreme measures. ”
When I heard this, my heart sank, could it be that something had gone wrong with the debt problems he had encountered before? I asked eagerly, "What is the debt you are threatened with?" Have you called the police?"
He shook his head: "The debt I was threatened with was a loan from before, when I had to borrow some loan sharks in order to solve some problems. Now the other party threatens me to pay back the principal and interest, or they will retaliate against me. ”
I was shocked when I heard this, usury? This is simply adding fuel to the fire! I asked anxiously, "Have you ever thought of a solution?" Shall we discuss it with a lawyer?"
He shook his head: "I'm really at a loss right now, I don't know what to do." ”
I was silent for a while, my heart filled with helplessness and anxiety. I knew it was time for me to intervene, and I couldn't watch my brother get into a deeper predicament.
I patted him on the shoulder and said firmly, "Don't worry, I'll do everything I can to help you with this." Together, we will find a way to get through it. ”
He raised his head, his eyes flashing with gratitude: "Thank you, brother, I know you have always supported me." I'll try to work with you. ”
I smiled and swore silently in my heart that I would do everything I could to help my brother through this difficult time. Because, in my heart, family is always the most important.
At that difficult moment, Liu Lin and I discussed many solutions. We decided to ask some familiar friends about the situation first and see if there was a way to solve the problem. However, we soon discovered that the situation was much more complicated than we thought.
I asked many friends for information, but no one knew who was behind these loan sharks. I became more and more anxious, and this was not the way to go. In the end, I decided to consult with a professional lawyer to see if there was a better solution.
So, Liu Lin and I went to a well-known law firm. We explained the situation to the lawyer in detail and hoped to get some help and advice.
After listening to our account, the lawyer frowned, obviously feeling a headache about the situation as well. "Depending on your situation, this is really a tricky question," he said. Loan sharks tend to be very nasty, and they may take extreme measures to force you to pay your debts. ”
My heart sank, and I knew that the situation was indeed very critical. I anxiously asked, "So what are we going to do? Is there any good solution?"
The lawyer thought for a while, and then said: "At present, the best solution is to negotiate with the other party as soon as possible and strive to reach a proper solution." At the same time, you can also consider applying for legal aid to see if you can get the protection of the law. ”
When I heard this, I was relieved that there was at least a glimmer of hope. I nodded, indicating that we would act as soon as possible. I decided to talk to the loan sharks first and see if I could come up with a proper solution.
So, Liu Lin and I went to find a loan shark. The man set us a small number and asked my brother to pay off the debt as soon as possible. I know that this number is indeed a bit difficult for us, but for the sake of my brother's safety, I can only agree to it.
After returning home, Liu Lin and I discussed for a long time and finally decided to apply for legal aid from the court. While we knew that doing so might involve more trouble, we had to do it to protect our families.
With the help of legal assistance, we finally found an acceptable solution. Although we had to pay some price, at least my brother could get rid of the threat of loan sharks and start his life again.
After experiencing this turmoil, my relationship with Liu Lin has also deepened. We understand the importance of family members and cherish the warmth of each other. And my younger brother, with our support, has gradually stepped out of the shadows and re-embarked on his own path in life.
Although this experience has given us a lot, I believe that as long as we are united, no difficulties are insurmountable. Because, the love between family members is always the strongest support.
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