Li Mei is a working woman in her early thirties, with a stable job and an orderly life. The year before last, her husband Chen Hao's job was transferred, and the family moved from the provincial capital to this bustling metropolis. At first, Li Mei was worried that she would not be able to adapt to the pace of life here, but as time went on, she gradually liked everything here.
Today is a big day, Li Mei's parents-in-law are coming to visit their family. Some time ago, Chen Hao's parents bought a new house here, saying that they wanted to live here for a few more years and take care of their young couple. At that time, when Li Mei heard the news, she was somewhat worried. She knew that her mother-in-law had always been nosy, and she was worried that the relationship between her mother-in-law and daughter-in-law would deteriorate because of this. However, in order not to worry her husband, she still pretended to be very excited and said that she must entertain her parents-in-law well.
"Meizi, when will your parents arrive? I can't wait to meet them. Just as Li Mei was cleaning up the room in the living room alone, Chen Hao walked in, his face full of excitement.
Li Mei turned her head and said softly to her husband, "They said it would be around three o'clock in the afternoon. You go to pick up the airport, I'll prepare it at home. "
"Nothing special, just tidy up the house and prepare dinner. Don't worry, I can do it alone. Li Mei said with a smile.
"That would be great. I'll pick you up, so keep busy. After Chen Hao finished speaking, he walked out of the door quickly.
Seeing her husband leave, Li Mei couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief. She was actually a little apprehensive in her heart, and she didn't know what kind of situation her mother-in-law and daughter-in-law would get along this time. However, for the sake of her husband and family, she decided to remain optimistic and do her best to welcome this reunion.
Li Mei carefully cleaned the living room, carefully wiping down every ornament. She knew that her mother-in-law had always loved neatness and would definitely be picky about the furnishings here. In order to avoid unnecessary disputes, she did all this very seriously.
Just as Li Mei was busy cleaning, the doorbell rang. She hurriedly walked to the door, opened the door and took a look, only to see Chen Hao holding her parents' hands with a bright smile on her face.
"Mom, Dad, you're here!" Li Mei greeted her warmly.
"Meizi, I haven't seen you for a long time, you're really getting more and more beautiful!" Mother-in-law Wang Li said with a smile.
"Mom, you're so polite. Please come in, you and Dad must be exhausted. Li Mei hurriedly got out of the way and let the two old men into the house.
"Oh, this house is really well decorated, spacious and bright, very tasteful. Wang Li exclaimed as she walked.
"Of course, we've put a lot of thought into it. Chen Hao said proudly.
Li Mei smiled and did not answer. She knew that her mother-in-law had always liked such boastful talk, but she knew in her heart that this house was the brainchild of her and her husband. However, for the sake of harmony, she still chose to remain silent.
"By the way, we just bought some fruit and snacks on the way, you must be hungry, try it. Wang Li took out some fruit from her handbag and handed it to Li Mei.
"Mom, you're so thoughtful. I'm going to cut the fruit, so sit down and rest. Li Mei took the fruit and walked quickly into the kitchen.
At this time, Chen Hao's father also said: "Good boy, your environment here is really good, we must come and see more in the future." "
"Of course, you can come at any time. You are always welcome here. Chen Hao said with a smile.
Li Mei was cutting fruit in the kitchen and couldn't help but feel a little worried. She knew that her mother-in-law had always been worried, and she was worried that this visit would bring a lot of trouble to family life. However, for the sake of harmony between her husband and family, she decided to maintain a positive and optimistic attitude and do her best to maintain the family.
Li Mei cut the fruit, walked into the living room with a plate, and said gently: "Dad, Mom, the fruit is cut, try it." "
"Oops, that's so sweet, my good daughter. Wang Li smiled and took the fruit bowl and handed it to her husband.
Li Mei sat down on the sofa, looked at the family in front of her, and couldn't help but feel a little emotional. Since she married Chen Hao, the relationship between her mother-in-law and daughter-in-law has not been very harmonious. However, for the sake of her husband and the family, she has been trying to maintain this relationship.
"By the way, Meizi, how have you been working lately?" Wang Li suddenly asked.
"The work is stable, nothing is a big problem. Li Mei said with a smile.
"That's good, that's good. I heard Chen Hao say that you have recently bought a new house, isn't it tiring to move?" Wang Li asked again.
"It's okay, with the two of us busy together, it's going well. Li Mei really didn't want to talk about this topic too much, for fear that it would cause unnecessary disputes.
"Oh, really? That's great. However, I think this house is well decorated, are you looking for a professional company to decorate it?" Wang Li asked again.
"Yes, we found a very professional renovation company. Li Mei replied simply.
"That's good, that's good. However, I think there are still some things in this house that can be changed, such as the lighting in the living room and the countertop in the kitchen, you can consider it. Wang Li said, stood up, and began to look around.
Li Mei looked at her mother-in-law helplessly, feeling a little irritable. She knew that her mother-in-law had always been worried, but this time she just wanted to take a good rest and didn't want to hear her mother-in-law's nagging.
At this moment, Chen Hao suddenly said: "Dad, Mom, you just came, take a good rest first, don't care about these details." We'll slowly improve it later. "
"Oh, too, you're right. When we first arrived, we shouldn't be so picky. But if you don't like anything in the future, you must tell us, and we can help at any time. Wang Li said with a smile.
Li Mei looked at her husband and was sincerely grateful. She knew that her husband must have seen her unhappiness and came out in time to play the round.
"That's great, we'll be sure to ask you more in the future. Chen Hao said with a smile.
Just then, the doorbell rang again. Li Mei hurriedly walked to the door, opened the door and saw that it was a neighbor who had just moved in.
"Hello, I'm your new neighbor, I heard that you have a guest here today, so I came to say hello. The neighbor said enthusiastically.
"Oh, yes? Thank you so much. Come in and sit down. Li Mei hurriedly invited her neighbors into the house.
"If I don't disturb your family gatherings, I won't go in. However, I just bought some snacks and brought them to you to taste. The neighbor said, took out a box of delicate snacks from his handbag and handed it to Li Mei.
"Thank you so much, it's so valuable. Li Mei hurriedly took it.
"Oh, this is our specialty, you must try it. The neighbor said with a smile.
"That's great, we'll definitely taste it. Li Mei also said with a smile.
"Then I won't bother you, call me whenever you need anything. After saying that, the neighbor turned and left.
Li Mei closed the door and walked back to the living room with a snack.
"Oh, whose dim sum is this? Wang Li immediately got up, took the snack box, and looked at it carefully.
"It was sent by a new neighbor, and their family is a good show. Li Mei said with a smile.
"Oh, yes? Then we've got to try it. Wang Li said, opened the box, and carefully selected.
Li Mei looked at her mother-in-law's busy appearance, and couldn't help but sigh in her heart. She knew that her mother-in-law had always liked to worry about it like this, but this time she really just wanted to take a good rest and didn't want to hear her mother-in-law's nagging.
At this moment, Chen Hao walked up to Li Mei and whispered, "Meizi, I see that you are a little unhappy today, is it that your mother-in-law's words make you uncomfortable?"
Li Mei looked up at her husband and smiled slightly: "No, I'm not unhappy." It's just a little tired, and you know, we've been busy moving lately, and we're really a little tired. But I'm glad to have you here. "
"Meizi, you are my good wife, and I know that you have been working hard to maintain this family. I really appreciate you. Chen Hao gently held Li Mei's hand, his eyes were full of tenderness.
At this moment, Wang Li suddenly said, "By the way, we just saw a very nice restaurant next to it on the road, why don't we go and try it together?"
Li Mei looked at her mother-in-law's enthusiastic appearance and couldn't help but have a headache. However, in order to maintain the family, she still smiled and said, "Okay, then let's go together." "
So, the family happily went out to taste the new restaurant. Li Mei silently prayed in her heart, hoping that this reunion would go smoothly and make the family more harmonious and happy.
The family happily arrived at the newly opened restaurant. This is a small shop with a very distinctive decoration and an elegant and warm environment, giving people a feeling of coming home.
"Wow, this restaurant is so beautifully decorated, we can have a good taste. Wang Li exclaimed.
"Of course, let's have a good taste together. Chen Hao said with a smile.
The family found a comfortable seat and began to peruse the menu. Li Mei looked at the warm scene in front of her and couldn't help but feel down-to-earth and peaceful in her heart.
"Waiter, we want a braised pork, a fish-flavored shredded pork, and a kung pao chicken, okay?" Wang Li said to the waiter.
"Okay, I'll be ready for you right away. The waiter nodded and turned to leave.
After a while, the steaming dishes were served. Li Mei looked at the food in front of her and couldn't help but sigh: "Wow, these dishes look so tempting." "
"Of course, we've been very selective for a long time. Wang Li said proudly.
The family began to taste it with chopsticks. Li Mei tasted the braised pork first, and immediately felt the rich aroma of the meat melt in her mouth, and the taste was delicate and soft, which made her couldn't help but admire.
"Mom, this braised pork is so delicious, you look at the dishes we ordered, they taste very good. Li Mei said sincerely.
"I knew you'd like it. It took me a lot of work to choose these dishes. Wang Li nodded with satisfaction.
"Yes, the craftsmanship of this restaurant is really good, we will definitely come back more in the future. Chen Hao also said approvingly.
The family chatted while eating, and the atmosphere was harmonious and warm. Li Mei looked at the scene in front of her and couldn't help but feel joy in her heart. It turns out that as long as you manage it carefully, a family can be so harmonious and happy.
At this moment, Wang Li suddenly said: "By the way, our new house is not badly decorated, right? But I think there are still some places that can be changed, such as the lighting in the living room and the countertop in the kitchen, you can consider it." "
Li Mei couldn't help but sigh in her heart, she knew that her mother-in-law would definitely bring up this topic. However, in order to maintain family harmony, she still said patiently: "Mom, we do have some areas that need to be improved, but we are quite satisfied at present." We'll definitely take a good look at it again when we have time in the future. "
"Oh, yes? That's good, that's good. You young people, you still need to listen to the opinions of the elderly. Wang Li nodded with satisfaction.
Li Mei looked at her mother-in-law's smug appearance, and couldn't help but secretly slander herself in her heart. She really wanted to tell her mother-in-law that this house was the brainchild of her and her husband, and not the credit of her mother-in-law. However, in order to maintain the family, she still chose to remain silent.
"Alright, let's finish dinner, I'm hungry. Chen Hao broke the atmosphere in time and said with a smile.
After dinner, the family returned to their new house. Wang Li began to carefully look at the decoration of this house again.
"Gee, the lights here are a bit dim, why don't you change them? Also, the kitchen countertop is a bit old and needs to be renovated. Wang Li said as she walked to each room and took a closer look.
Li Mei looked at her mother-in-law's chattering appearance, and she was really a little irritable. She really wanted to tell her mother-in-law that this house was the brainchild of her and her husband, and not the credit of her mother-in-law. However, in order to maintain the family, she still chose to endure.
At this moment, Chen Hao walked up to Li Mei and whispered, "Meizi, you look a little unhappy, is it that your mother-in-law's words make you uncomfortable?"
Li Mei looked up at her husband and smiled slightly: "No, I'm not unhappy." It's just a little tired, and you know, we've been busy moving lately, and we're really a little tired. But I'm glad to have you here. "
"Meizi, I know this time must not be easy for you. But I want to tell you that you are my dearest wife, I see everything you do, and I really appreciate you. Chen Hao gently held Li Mei's hand, his eyes were full of tenderness.
Li Mei felt her husband's concern, and her heart suddenly warmed a lot. She knows that with her husband's support, she will be able to tide over this difficult time and make the family more harmonious and happy.
At this moment, Wang Li spoke again: "By the way, we can go to the nearby home store tomorrow to see if there are any suitable lamps and countertops that can be replaced." "
Li Mei looked at her mother-in-law's enthusiastic appearance and couldn't help but have a headache. However, in order to maintain the family, she still smiled and said, "Okay, then let's go and see it together tomorrow." "
So, the family began to discuss tomorrow's itinerary. Li Mei silently prayed in her heart, hoping that this reunion would go smoothly and make the family more harmonious and happy.
"Meizi, what are you doing so early?" Just as Li Mei was busy, Chen Hao walked in.
"I'm preparing breakfast, and your parents will be up in a moment. Li Mei said with a smile.
"Oh, that's great. I'll help you. Chen Hao walked to Li Mei's side as he spoke, and began to help.
"Don't bother you, I'll do it alone. You go and stay with your parents. Li Mei hurriedly said.
"It's okay, I'm here to help you. Chen Hao insisted.
At this moment, Wang Li also walked in: "Oh, why are you two busy in the kitchen?"
"Mom, we're preparing breakfast. Let's go to the living room and take a break, we'll be fine soon. Li Mei hurriedly said.
"Oh, that's great. I'll just go to the living room and watch TV. Wang Li said, turned around and walked out of the kitchen.
Li Mei couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief as she watched her mother-in-law leave. She knew that her mother-in-law had always liked to take care of everything, and she really wanted to be able to take a good rest in this gathering.
After breakfast, the family decided to check out the nearby home store.
"Let's go, let's see what the right lamps and countertops are. Wang Li said enthusiastically.
"Okay, then let's go and have a look. Chen Hao said with a smile.
The family went to a large home furnishing store and began to carefully select.
"Oops, this crystal chandelier looks so beautiful, I don't know if it will fit into the living room of our house. Wang Li pointed to a chandelier and said.
"It's really good, but we have to look at the décor in the living room before deciding whether to buy it or not. Chen Hao said.
"Then take a look, you two pick together, I'll wait here. Wang Li said and sat down on the sofa beside her.
Li Mei and Chen Hao began to carefully select. The two of them repeatedly compared various lamps and countertops, and finally selected some favorite products.
"Mom, we've already chosen, are you satisfied with it?" Chen Hao walked up to Wang Li and asked.
"Gee, that's great, I think these things are perfect for the décor of our home. Wang Li nodded with satisfaction.
"That's great, let's go check out. Chen Hao said, and walked to the cash register with Li Mei.
The family settled the accounts and began to walk back. During this period, Wang Li has been excitedly discussing the new decoration.
"By the way, we'll get these things on when we get back, and I can't wait to see the final results. Wang Li said.
Li Mei looked at her mother-in-law's excited appearance and couldn't help but have a headache. She knew that her mother-in-law would definitely be more actively involved in the renovation of the home, which would undoubtedly cause her more trouble. However, in order to maintain the family, she still chose to remain silent.
When they got home, the family immediately started to decorate. During this period, Wang Li continued to put forward various suggestions and opinions, which made Li Mei feel a little breathless. However, for the sake of her husband and the family, she patiently listened to her mother-in-law's advice and tried her best to follow her advice.
"Wow, that's amazing, our house can be completely renovated now. Wang Li said excitedly.
"yes, now we can enjoy this home. Chen Hao also said with a smile.
Li Mei looked at the warm scene in front of her and couldn't help but feel joy in her heart. She knows that as long as she manages her carefully, a family can be so harmonious and happy.
Just then, the doorbell rang. Li Mei walked to the door and saw that it was the neighbor who had come to visit before.
"Hello, I heard that you are renovating the house today, and I came to see if there is anything you need help with. The neighbor said enthusiastically.
"Oh, thank you so much. We have just finished renovating and everything is going well. However, if you need help with anything in the future, feel free to let us know. Li Mei said with a smile.
"That's great, then I'm relieved. By the way, I just bought some fresh fruit to share with you. The neighbor said, took out some fruit from the handbag, and handed it to Li Mei.
"Wow, thank you so much. We'll definitely enjoy it. Li Mei hurriedly took the fruit.
"Then I won't bother you, and feel free to say anything you need. After saying that, the neighbor turned and left.
Li Mei closed the door and walked back to the living room with the fruit.
"Oh, whose fruit is this? It looks so fresh and delicious. Wang Li immediately got up, took the fruit plate, and looked at it carefully.
"It was given by a new neighbor and their fruit was very tasty. Li Mei said with a smile.
"Oh, yes? Then we've got to taste it. Wang Li said and began to distribute fruits to everyone.
The family enjoyed fruit in a warm atmosphere and chatted about various topics. Li Mei looked at the scene in front of her and couldn't help but feel down-to-earth and satisfied in her heart. She knows that as long as she keeps the family alive with her heart, everything will get better and better.
At this moment, Chen Hao walked up to Li Mei and whispered, "Meizi, you behaved so well today, I'm proud of you." "