On the day of the wedding, Zhang Ming's parents generously gave them a bride price of 150,000 yuan. This undoubtedly encouraged the two young people, and they secretly resolved to run the family well and repay their parents' expectations.
"We must put this money to good use and save for a down payment on a future home. Zhang Ming said excitedly to Li Xiao.
"Yes, with this money, our lives will definitely get better and better. Li Xiao also nodded hopefully.
Life after marriage was really smooth at the beginning, Li Xiao and Zhang Ming got along well, and their work also took a new turn. But the good times didn't last long, and the mother-in-law's attitude began to become cold.
"Mom, why have you been picking on me lately?" One day, Li Xiao plucked up the courage to ask.
The mother-in-law frowned and said, "I just think you are too casual and don't know how to take care of the family." "
"But I'm very good to my family, why do you say that about me?" Li Xiao was a little aggrieved.
"Okay, I know you mean the same thing. But when it comes to housework, you still have to learn more from me. The mother-in-law's tone softened slightly.
"Baby, don't take it too seriously. I'll talk to my mom about it. Seeing this, Zhang Ming hurriedly comforted Li Xiao.
"But I really don't understand, what am I not doing well, shouldn't we help each other and run the family together?" Li Xiao's eyes were slightly red.
"Don't be upset, I'll help you communicate with your mother. We'll be able to solve this problem. Zhang Ming gently hugged Li Xiao, trying to make her let go of the troubles in her heart.
Li Xiao took a deep breath and tried to keep himself calm. She believes that as long as Zhang Ming can communicate well with her mother-in-law, she will definitely be able to resolve the conflict in front of her. After all, they have just entered the marriage hall, and they must cherish the hard-won happiness in front of them.
Although Li Xiao was very confused by her mother-in-law's neglect, she still chose to believe that Zhang Ming could resolve this contradiction. Sure enough, Zhang Ming quickly took the initiative to communicate with his mother-in-law.
"Mom, I know that your attitude towards Li Xiao has not been very good recently. Can you tell me what is it that displeased you?" Zhang Ming asked gently.
The mother-in-law pondered for a moment and said, "I can't say clearly, maybe it's because our family's previous living habits are different from Li Xiao's." I'm worried that she won't be able to take care of this home. "
"But Mom, Li Xiao is very good to us, why can't you give her a chance?" Zhang Ming was a little helpless.
"I know you're just married, and I don't want to cause trouble for you. However, after all, we built this home single-handedly, and I can't help but want to take care of it. The mother-in-law explained.
"I understand your concern, but Li Xiao is indeed very kind, and she will definitely get used to it slowly. Can you give her some time and patience?" Zhang Ming pleaded.
"Well, I'll try to relax. But you have to run this house well, and don't let me down. The mother-in-law finally reluctantly agreed.
Zhang Ming smiled slightly and said gratefully: "Thank you, I believe that as long as everyone understands each other, we will be able to build this family better." "
Just when Li Xiao thought that things could finally get better, her mother-in-law's attitude began to become cold again. Sometimes, her mother-in-law will deliberately ignore Li Xiao in front of her family, as if she didn't exist at all. Sometimes, her mother-in-law will pick and choose Li Xiao's way of doing things, which makes Li Xiao feel at a loss.
"Mom, why do you always do this to me? I really want to get along with you, but you always distance yourself from me. Li Xiao finally couldn't help but tell her mother-in-law about her inner grievances.
"You're just too ignorant. Why can't you remember the rules of our house? Do you think you're here to eat white food?" The mother-in-law said coldly.
"But I'm trying to study hard every day, and I hope to adapt to life at your home as soon as possible. Why don't you just give me a chance?" Li Xiao's eyes were red again.
While Li Xiao and Zhang Ming were trying to maintain the family, the mother-in-law's attitude became worse and worse. Sometimes, she will deliberately ignore Li Xiao in front of her family, as if she does not exist at all. Sometimes, her mother-in-law will pick and choose Li Xiao's way of doing things, which makes Li Xiao feel at a loss.
"You're just too ignorant. Why can't you remember the rules of our house? Do you think you're here to eat white food?" Once, her mother-in-law sneered at Li Xiao again.
"But I'm trying to study hard every day, and I hope to adapt to life at your home as soon as possible. Why don't you just give me a chance?" Li Xiao's eyes were red again, she really couldn't stand her mother-in-law's troubles.
"Okay, okay, stop crying. I know you're a good boy, but you still don't quite understand our family habits. But as long as you study hard, I believe that one day you will be able to integrate into it. The mother-in-law's tone softened a little.
Li Xiao wiped his tears and nodded reluctantly. She really wants to get along with her mother-in-law, but her mother-in-law's attitude always makes her scratch her head. She began to wonder if she had really done something wrong to make her mother-in-law so disgusted.
Just when Li Xiao fell into self-doubt, Zhang Ming also discovered his wife's abnormality. He hugged Li Xiao tenderly and asked softly, "Baby, what's wrong?" "
"It's nothing, I just feel that my relationship with your mother is getting stiffer and stiffer. I'm really trying to fit in with your family, but she just won't give me a chance. Li Xiao sighed.
"Don't be sad, I'll continue to communicate with my mom. I believe that as long as we communicate more, we will be able to find a solution. Zhang Ming comforted.
"However, I'm really worried about whether it's going to get worse in the future. We had just gotten married, and we were supposed to live happily ever after, but now we are living in dire straits every day. Li Xiao couldn't help but shed tears.
"Don't think so, baby. We'll get through this. I will always be there for you, support you, and love you. As long as we understand each other and trust each other, everything will be fine. Zhang Ming gently kissed away Li Xiao's tears and said firmly.
While Li Xiao and Zhang Ming were trying to maintain the family, the mother-in-law's attitude became worse and worse. One day, her mother-in-law actually said to Zhang Ming in front of Li Xiao: "You, you are too indulgent of this daughter." If it weren't for your marriage, I would have kicked her out a long time ago. "
When Li Xiao heard this, his heart felt like he had been stabbed severely. She felt helpless and hopeless, and tears flowed involuntarily.
"Mom, you're talking too much. Li Xiao is my wife, how can you do this to her?" Zhang Ming frowned, and his tone became stern.
"It's too much? Where am I going too far? She's just not sensible, and she's making trouble here every day, don't you know?" The mother-in-law retorted with confidence.
"Mom, I know you have your own set of things for your family, but Li Xiao is also a member of our family. Can you give her a little more patience and understanding?" Zhang Ming tried to communicate with his mother-in-law.
"Hmph, why should she be worthy of my patience? If it weren't for your sake, I would have kicked her out. The mother-in-law said with a sneer.
Li Xiao felt that her heart was about to break, she never thought that her mother-in-law would treat her like this. Originally, she believed that as long as Zhang Ming communicated with her mother-in-law, everything would be better, but now it seems that the family is irretrievable.
"Mom, I really hope you can give Li Xiao a chance. She is my wife and your daughter-in-law, and we should respect each other and help each other. Zhang Ming pleaded.
"You're just too indulgent of her. If you really feel sorry for her, send her back to her parents' house. We don't need a daughter-in-law like this in our family!" The mother-in-law was resolute.
"No, I won't drive Li Xiao away. She is my wife, and I will always protect her and love her. Zhang Mingyi said rhetorically.
"Hmph, you're just too weak. If it weren't for your face, I would have kicked her out a long time ago. The mother-in-law left in annoyance.
Li Xiao looked at Zhang Ming and couldn't stop shedding tears. She was in complete despair, and the family seemed to be beyond salvage. She felt helpless and hopeless, and didn't know what to do.
Zhang Ming gently hugged Li Xiao and said gently, "Baby, don't cry." I will always be there for you and will not let anyone hurt you. "
Li Xiao hugged Zhang Ming tightly, feeling his warmth. However, her heart was full of helplessness and despair. She doesn't know what else will happen in the future, but she only hopes to be with Zhang Ming forever.
After this fierce quarrel, Li Xiao completely lost hope in this family. She felt like an outsider, never able to fit into the family.
"Zhang Ming, I really don't know what to do. You see, your mom didn't want to accept me at all, and I'm really an outsider in this family. Li Xiao said desperately.
"Baby, don't say that. I will always be there for you, and we will get through this. Zhang Ming gently hugged Li Xiao and tried to comfort her.
"But your mother doesn't want to give me any chance. I tried to adapt every day, but she just wouldn't accept me. I don't really know what to do anymore. Li Xiao burst into tears.
"I will continue to communicate with my mother, and I believe that as long as we can understand each other, everything will be fine. Zhang Ming said firmly.
"But I really don't feel like I have any place in this family anymore. Perhaps, we should find another way out and start over. Li Xiao said hesitantly.
"Don't think so, baby. We just got married and this family is so important to us. We must try to keep it up. Zhang Ming anxiously persuaded.
"However, I really can't stand your mother's harassment and humiliation of me. I don't think I can survive in this house anymore. Li Xiao said desperately.
Looking at Li Xiao's painful appearance, Zhang Ming's heart also tightened. He knew that Li Xiao was on the verge of collapse, but he was not willing to give up the family.
"Baby, I know you're having a hard time right now, but we've got to keep going. As long as we believe in each other and in love, we will definitely be able to get through this difficulty. Zhang Ming said softly.
"But your mother doesn't want to give me any chance. I feel like I can't live in this house anymore. Perhaps, we should find another way out and start over. Li Xiao said in a choked voice.
"No, I'm not going to give up on this family. This home is so important to us. I will always be there for you to support you, and we will definitely overcome the difficulties in front of us. Zhang Ming insisted.
Looking at Zhang Ming's firm eyes, Li Xiao's heart also calmed down a little. She knows that no matter what happens, Zhang Ming will always be there for her to support her.
At this moment, Zhang Ming's mobile phone suddenly rang. It was my mother-in-law calling.
"Hey, Mom, what's wrong?" Zhang Ming picked up the phone, a little nervous.
"You, why didn't you tell me earlier that you two were going to leave our house?" The mother-in-law's voice sounded angry.
"What? We're not ready to leave. Zhang Ming was a little puzzled.
"Hmph, didn't you Li Xiao say that you want to find another way out and start over? Let me tell you, if you really dare to leave, I will never recognize you as my son and daughter-in-law again!" The mother-in-law said annoyedly.
"Mom, it's all a misunderstanding. We weren't ready to leave, it was Li Xiao who was too sad to say that. I will continue to communicate with her, please trust us. Zhang Ming hurriedly explained.
"Hmph, I just don't believe you two. If you really dare to leave, I will get back all the bride price I gave you!" After the mother-in-law finished speaking, she hung up the phone.
Zhang Ming looked at Li Xiao helplessly and said, "You heard it, my mother said that if we leave, she will ask for all the bride price back." "
"The bride price? Do you mean the 150,000 bride price?" Li Xiao was a little puzzled.
"Yes, it's the 150,000 bride price. Mom said that if we left, she would get all the money back. Zhang Ming sighed.
Li Xiao was silent for a moment, and suddenly said, "Then let's just leave and return this money to your mother." I don't think I can survive in this house anymore. "
"What? Do you really want to leave?" Zhang Ming was a little surprised.
"yes, I really can't stand your mother's harassment and humiliation of me. I feel like I don't have a place in this home anymore. Li Xiao said firmly.
"But this home is so important to us. We just got married, how can we just leave?" Zhang Ming said anxiously.
"But I really don't feel like I can live here. Why don't we just leave and start over. Anyway, the 150,000 bride price was also given by your mother, and it wouldn't be a big deal if we went back. Li Xiao said.
Looking at Li Xiao's firm expression, Zhang Ming also hesitated. He knew that if they did leave, everything would have to start all over again. However, if he stays here, Li Xiao's situation may be even more difficult.
In the end, Zhang Ming sighed and said, "Okay, since you really want to leave, then let's go." I will always be there for you to support you. "
Li Xiao looked at Zhang Ming gratefully, and tears flowed down involuntarily. She knows that even if she leaves this home, as long as Zhang Ming is there, she will definitely be able to start over and live a happy life.
In this way, Li Xiao and Zhang Ming decided to leave this home and start their lives again. They don't know what the future holds, but they believe that if they love each other, they will be able to get through the difficult times in front of them.