Lin Xiaowei, 34, has lived independently for two years. After the divorce, she started her life again. The job is stable, the income is good, and the life is regular and orderly. Although she is occasionally annoyed by her mother-in-law's nagging, on the whole, she has come out of the haze and regained her expectations for the future.
On a sunny weekend morning, Lin Xiaowei opened her eyes. She stretched, feeling the warmth of the sun on her face. I slept well last night and today is sure to be a good day.
She got out of bed and washed up and went into the kitchen to prepare breakfast. There are still leftover dumplings from yesterday in the fridge, and she plans to cook some dumplings with a refreshing vegetable salad, which will be both nutritious and delicious.
Just as she was busy, her phone rang. It was her ex-husband Zhang Ming who called. "Hey, Zhang Ming, why did you call so early?" Lin Xiaowei picked up the phone and spoke in a calm tone.
"Xiaowei, I just want to ask, can I come to pick up Xiao Ming from school today?" Zhang Ming's voice sounded a little hesitant.
"Of course, he'll go to your place after school. But I remind you that you must be sent back by six o'clock in the afternoon, and we have made an appointment to have dinner together. Lin Xiaowei said as she put the dumplings into the bowl.
"Okay, then I'll wait for you to pick him up. Lin Xiaowei hung up the phone and focused on the breakfast in front of her.
Soon, Xiao Ming walked out of the bedroom. "Mom, good morning!" He happily ran to Lin Xiaowei and gave her a big hug.
"Good morning, my darling!" Lin Xiaowei hugged her son and kissed him on the face. "Come and have breakfast, it's dumplings and salad today. "
"yes, I like to eat my mother's dumplings the most!" Xiao Ming sat down happily and couldn't wait to start eating.
Lin Xiaowei looked at her son with a smile, feeling extremely warm in her heart. Although she has experienced lows in her life, she has slowly come out and embraced sunshine and hope again. She believes that with hard work, everything will get better.
Just as they were having a good time, the doorbell rang. "I'm going to open the door. Lin Xiaowei put down the dishes and chopsticks in her hand and walked to the door.
opened the door, it was Lin Xiaowei's mother-in-law, Zhang Li. "Good morning, daughter-in-law. Zhang Li had a smile on her face and a large bag of things in her hand.
"Mom, why are you here so early?" Lin Xiaoxu was a little puzzled.
"I'm coming to see you today, and by the way, I've brought some snacks and new clothes for Xiao Ming. Zhang Li said with a smile.
"Thank you so much, come on in. Lin Xiaowei stepped aside and let Zhang Li walk in.
"Mom, why are you here so early?" Xiao Ming also ran over and looked at his grandmother happily.
"I'm coming to see my dear Xiao Ming!" Zhang Li squatted down and hugged Xiao Ming with open arms. "Grandma has brought you a lot of delicious food and new clothes, go try them out!"
"Great! Thank you, Grandma!" Xiao Ming cheered and took his grandmother's hand into the bedroom.
Lin Xiaowei looked at them and couldn't help but smile. Although the mother-in-law sometimes nags, she cares about herself and her children after all. She decided to put aside the mustard and enjoy the weekend.
Under Zhang Li's warm hospitality, Xiao Ming quickly put on new clothes and walked around the living room excitedly. Lin Xiaowei couldn't help but laugh when she looked at her son's happy appearance.
"Mom, this dress is so beautiful! Thank you, Grandma!" Xiao Ming said excitedly.
"Oh, my good grandson! Grandma looks how good you look in this!" Zhang Li exclaimed. She turned her head to look at Lin Xiaowei, "Daughter-in-law, what do you think of this dress? I specially picked it, I hope Xiao Ming likes it." "
"Pretty good, Mom. Thank you. Lin Xiaowei said with a smile. Although she was a little reluctant to her mother-in-law's frequent visits, she couldn't bear to refuse when she saw her son's happy appearance.
Just then, the doorbell rang again. "Oh, who is this? Coincidentally, I happened to come to see you. Zhang Li walked to the door and opened the door.
It is Lin Xiaowei's ex-husband Zhang Ming. "Good afternoon, Aunt Zhang Li. He greeted politely.
"Oh, Brother Ming, you came at the right time, I was bringing new clothes and snacks for Xiao Ming. Zhang Li warmly invited him in.
"That's great, I'm just here to pick up Xiao Ming from school. Zhang Ming walked in, and his eyes were immediately attracted to Xiao Ming in the living room. "Hey, Xiao Ming, Dad is here to pick you up!"
"Daddy!" Xiao Ming rushed to Zhang Ming's side and gave him a big hug.
"Good boy, how are you doing?" Zhang Ming touched his son's head, and his face was full of loving smiles.
"I'm fine, Daddy! Grandma bought me new clothes, look!" Xiao Ming excitedly showed his father his new clothes.
"Wow, that's pretty! Zhang Ming praised exaggeratedly, making Xiao Ming giggle.
Lin Xiaowei stood aside, watching her ex-husband and son interact intimately, and she couldn't help but have some complicated emotions in her heart. Even though they were divorced, she was relieved to see that they were getting along.
At this moment, Zhang Li suddenly interjected: "Oh, Brother Ming, why did you come to pick up Xiao Ming so early today? "
"Oh, that's right, Aunt Zhang Li. I happen to be free today, so I want to pick up Xiao Ming early and play with him for a while. Zhang Ming explained.
"That's great! Xiao Ming, go play with Dad. I'm here to chat with your mom. Zhang Li said with a smile.
"Okay, Grandma!" Xiao Ming excitedly took Zhang Ming's hand and walked to the bedroom.
Lin Xiaowei looked at them and frowned slightly. She knew that since the divorce, her mother-in-law had always hoped that she and Zhang Ming could get back together.
"Daughter-in-law, I see that you and Brother Ming get along very well. Do you want to think about it and get back together?" Sure enough, Zhang Li began to nag.
"Mom, we're divorced, and this matter is in the past. We're in a good relationship now, but it's not my idea to be back together. Lin Xiaowei patiently explained.
"Oh, why are you so stubborn? You two still have feelings, why should you give up?" Zhang Li was a little puzzled.
"Mom, we've decided. I'm fine now, you can see it, I get along well with Xiao Ming. We've all stepped out of the past and started living again. Lin Xiaowei tried to make her tone appear more calm.
"Mom, I know you're thinking about me, but I'm living a good life right now, and I'm very satisfied. Don't talk about it again, okay?" Lin Xiaowei held Zhang Li's hand and said gently.
Zhang Li looked at Lin Xiaowei's firm eyes, and finally sighed, "Okay, since you have made up your mind, then I won't force it." Still, you two have to get along well and don't make me worry about you. "
Lin Xiaowei nodded, "Don't worry, Mom." We'll be fine. "
She breathed a sigh of relief and finally avoided the topic. However, she could feel that Zhang Li was still a little unhappy. She decided to talk to Zhang Ming about it later.
At lunchtime, the family sat around the table and enjoyed a hearty lunch. Xiao Ming was eating fried rice made by his mother while chatting with his father excitedly.
"Dad, do you have any arrangements for today?" Xiao Ming asked.
"I don't have any special arrangements for today, I just want to take you out to have fun. Is there anything you'd like to visit?" Zhang Ming replied with a smile.
"I want to go to an amusement park! Recently I saw a new super fun amusement park!" Xiao Ming's eyes were shining.
"Okay, how about we go to the amusement park after dinner?" Zhang Ming said.
"Yay! that's great!" Xiao Ming cheered and ate happily.
Lin Xiaowei couldn't help but smile when she saw that the father and son were getting along well. Even though she and Zhang Ming have divorced, they still maintain a good relationship, which makes her feel relieved.
At this moment, Zhang Li suddenly spoke, "Brother Ming, are you going to take Xiao Ming out to play today?"
Zhang Ming and Lin Xiaowei looked at Zhang Li in unison, a little surprised.
"Mom, didn't you come to see us today? The three of us went to the amusement park to play, don't you think it's a little crowded?" Lin Xiaowei asked tentatively.
"Oh, it's not crowded, it's not crowded, how nice it would be for us to go and play together as a family!" Zhang Li said with a smile, "And I haven't played with Xiao Ming for a long time, and I want to play with him too." "
Lin Xiaowei hesitated for a moment and looked at Zhang Ming, wondering what he thought.
Zhang Ming thought for a while and slowly spoke, "Okay, since Auntie also wants to go, let's go together." "
"Great! Then let's leave after dinner!" Zhang Li said happily.
Lin Xiaowei was a little worried in her heart, but seeing that her son and ex-husband were very excited, she couldn't refuse. So she nodded reluctantly, "Okay, then let's go play together." "
The family happily arrived at the newly opened amusement park. Xiao Ming took the hands of his parents and couldn't wait to play various game projects.
"Dad, Mommy, shall we go on the roller coaster first?" Xiao Ming asked excitedly.
"Okay, let's go on the roller coaster first. Zhang Ming said with a smile.
A family waited in line to board the roller coaster. Xiao Ming jumped around, completely immersed in the excitement that was coming.
"Xiao Ming, slow down, don't tire yourself. Lin Xiaowei reminded gently.
"Okay, Mom!" Xiao Ming stood obediently in place, but his eyes still flashed with excitement.
Soon, they finally boarded the roller coaster. Xiao Ming sat in the middle, shouting excitedly. Zhang Ming and Lin Xiaowei couldn't help but cheer. Zhang Li next to her looked a little nervous and clung to the handrail.
As soon as the roller coaster came down, Xiao Ming couldn't wait to pull his parents to play other sports.
"Dad, Mommy, shall we go play with that merry-go-round?" Xiao Ming asked, pointing to the merry-go-round on the side.
"Okay, let's go play the merry-go-round. Zhang Ming said with a smile, took Xiao Ming's hand and walked over.
Lin Xiaowei followed behind, looking at the father and son talking and laughing, she couldn't help but feel a little sour in her heart. She knew that since the divorce, Zhang Ming has always cared about Xiao Ming and wants to get back together with them. However, she has made up her mind that she does not want to go back to her old life.
At this moment, Zhang Li walked up to Lin Xiaowei and whispered, "Daughter-in-law, you see how close the two of them are, don't you really think about getting back together?"
Lin Xiaoxu sighed, "Mom, we've already discussed this issue. I'm happy with the situation right now and I don't want to change. We have a good relationship and Xiao Ming is very happy. "
"But, you still have feelings. Can't you try again?" Zhang Li was a little reluctant.
"Mom, I'm already satisfied. I'm doing a good job right now and I don't want to change anything. I hope you understand what I'm thinking. Lin Xiaowei said.
Zhang Li was silent for a moment, and finally sighed, "Okay, since you said so, then I won't force it." However, you have to cherish the happiness in front of you and don't let it slip away. "
Lin Xiaowei nodded, "I know, Mom." Thank you for your concern. "
She had some complicated feelings, but she decided to enjoy this warm family time. After all, her life is already very happy now.
The family had a lot of fun at the amusement park. Xiao Ming excitedly dragged his parents to experience various exciting and fun games, and Zhang Ming and Lin Xiaowei also accompanied him wholeheartedly, cheering from time to time. And although Zhang Li seemed a little scared, she still barely kept up with them.
When the sky was getting dark and the family decided to leave the amusement park, Xiao Ming was a little reluctant.
"Mom, are we going to play tomorrow?" Xiao Ming took Lin Xiaowei's hand and asked.
"Okay, let's play another day tomorrow, okay?" Lin Xiaowei kissed her son's forehead.
"Great!" Xiao Ming cheered happily.
The family walked back to the parking lot together, and Xiao Ming took his parents' hands and walked in front. Zhang Li walked behind, silently observing the family.
Although she still hopes that Lin Xiaowei and Zhang Ming can get back together, seeing that they are getting along so well now, she has to admit that the current situation is quite good.
"Daughter-in-law, I see that you and Xiao Ming are very happy. Zhang Li said softly to Lin Xiaowei.
"yes, Mom. We have a full life now and I am satisfied. Lin Xiaowei said with a smile.
"That's fine, as long as you're all happy. Zhang Li sighed, her eyes revealing a hint of relief.
The family finally returned home. Xiao Ming was so tired that as soon as he entered the door, he fell directly on the sofa and fell asleep.
"Looks like it's too much fun, my little darling. Lin Xiaowei doted on her son to cover her with a blanket.
"Yes, Xiao Ming really played today. Zhang Ming also smiled and looked at his sleeping son.
Zhang Li walked over and whispered, "Do you want me to help take care of Xiao Ming, and you two go to rest?"
"Then I'm sorry for you, Mom. Zhang Ming and I went to the kitchen to prepare some supper and eat together later. Lin Xiaowei said with a smile.
The three of them walked into the kitchen, and Lin Xiaowei took out a few ingredients from the refrigerator and began to prepare dinner. Zhang Ming also took the initiative to help chop vegetables.
"Brother Ming, aren't you really thinking about getting back together with Xiaowei?" Zhang Li took advantage of Lin Xiaowei's busy time and asked tentatively.
"Aunt Zhang Li, we have already talked about this before. We're divorced, but we're on a good relationship now. We have all stepped out of the past and started a new life. We're all content with the status quo and don't want to change anything. Zhang Ming said sincerely.
"But, you still have feelings. I can see that you both have a little bit of attachment to each other. Zhang Li was still persistent in trying to convince them.
"Auntie, I understand your thoughts. However, Xiaowei and I have both made our choices. We get along very well now, and Xiao Ming is also very happy. We are all very content with the life we have now. Don't talk about it again, okay?" Zhang Ming patiently explained.
Zhang Li was silent for a moment, and finally sighed, "Okay, since you all said so, I won't force it." But you have to get along well and don't let me worry about you. "
"Don't worry, Auntie. We'll get along. Zhang Ming said with a smile.
At this moment, Lin Xiaowei walked over with a plate of dumplings, "Okay, supper is ready." Let's eat together. "
The three of them sat down at the dinner table and began to enjoy this simple but warm supper. Xiao Ming was still asleep on the sofa, and the family enjoyed this rare tranquility.
After dinner, Zhang Ming said, "Then I'll take Xiao Ming back first, and I'll pick him up tomorrow." "
"Okay, then please. Lin Xiaowei nodded.
Zhang Ming walked to the sofa and carefully picked up the sleeping Xiao Ming. "Let's go, Xiao Ming, let's go home. "
"Sleep, sleep. We went home. Zhang Ming coaxed his son softly.
Seeing the father and son leave, Lin Xiaowei and Zhang Li returned to the living room.
"Daughter-in-law, your relationship with Brother Ming is really good. Zhang Li said with emotion.
"yes, Mom. We get along very well now. Although there were some contradictions and disagreements in the past, we have all come out of it now. Lin Xiaowei said with a smile.
"That's great. I am relieved to see that your family gets along so well. Zhang Li nodded.
"Mom, thank you for your continued concern. I know you're doing it for my good, but I'm content with my life right now. I hope you understand and respect my choice. Lin Xiaowei said sincerely.
"Well, since you've said that, I won't say anything more. As long as you and Xiao Ming are happy. Zhang Li sighed and reached out to hug Lin Xiaowei.
"Mom, I will cherish my current life. Lin Xiaowei also hugged Zhang Li back.
Just then, the phone rang. It was Zhang Ming who called.
"Hey, Zhang Ming, what's wrong?" Lin Xiaowei picked up the phone.
"Xiaowei, Xiao Ming is asleep, I'm home now. I'll pick him up tomorrow, okay?" Zhang Ming's voice revealed a hint of apology.
"Okay, then I'll bother you. Xiao Ming slept soundly. Lin Xiaowei said with a smile.
"That's it, good night. After Zhang Ming finished speaking, he hung up the phone.
Lin Xiaowei put down her phone and looked at Zhang Li on the side, "Mom, thank you so much today." It's rare for our family to get together and have such a good time. "
"Gee, what's there to thank you for. I'm also excited to play with you guys. Zhang Li smiled and said, "However, the relationship between you and Brother Ming is really good, and I am sincerely happy for you." "
"yes, we're getting along pretty well now. We have all stepped out of the past and started a new life. Lin Xiaowei nodded.
"That's good, that's good. Zhang Li reached out and patted Lin Xiaowei's shoulder.
The two chatted for a while until Zhang Li said that she wanted to go home and rest. Before leaving, Zhang Li once again told Lin Xiaowei to cherish the happiness of the moment.
Seeing Zhang Li away, Lin Xiaowei returned to the living room and sat quietly on the sofa. She couldn't help but smile as she thought about today. Although the mother-in-law sometimes nags, she cares about herself and her son after all. And she herself finally walked out of the haze of the past and embraced her own life again.
Lin Xiaowei believes that as long as she continues to work hard, everything will get better and better.