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I'm Lin Ting, an ordinary Shanghai housewife. My husband's name is Li Ming, and he is a senior manager of a foreign company. We have a lovely daughter, nicknamed Xiaoyu, who is only in the first grade of primary school this year. My life was originally peaceful and beautiful, but it was recently shattered by a family turmoil.
It happened a few months ago, on an ordinary weekend morning. I was still enjoying a lazy sleep in bed when I was woken up by a sharp knock on the door. I walked to the door in a daze, opened the door, only to see the nervous expression of my mother-in-law, Aunt Liu.
"Mother-in-law, what are you doing so early?" I asked, confused.
Aunt Liu looked at me, her eyes full of worry: "Ting'er, you have to get up quickly, we have to talk." ”
I was even more confused by her words, but I followed her obediently to the living room. There, my husband Li Ming and his sister Li Ting were already sitting there. Their expressions were a little solemn, which made my heart tighten.
"What's wrong? what's going on?" I felt my voice tremble.
Li Ming took a deep breath and said, "Ting'er, we need to talk to you about our family's economy. ”
I was shocked and didn't know what they were going to say. I know that our family's financial situation is not wealthy, but it is still okay, and my husband gives me 5,000 yuan a month for living expenses, although it is not much, but it is barely enough for our family of three.
"Economic problems?" I repeated uneasily, trying to sort it out.
"Yes, Ting'er. Aunt Liu said in a deep voice, "Recently, our family's expenses have been getting bigger and bigger, and although your husband's salary is not low, it is not particularly much. ”
My heart sank as I listened, and I vaguely felt a hint of foreboding.
"And, Ting'er, you know, our family tradition has always been that the extended family shares responsibility. Li Ting continued.
I nodded, knowing what they were trying to say.
"So, we want to discuss something with you. Aunt Liu said slowly, "Your husband gives you 5,000 yuan a month, we think this amount is too little." We are willing to give you an additional 15,000 yuan per month from his salary, so that you have 20,000 yuan per month. ”
I listened to this proposal and was a little confused for a moment. What do they want from me?
"But this extra part, you have to use it for household expenses, and some other expenses. Li Ming's tone revealed a hint of expectation.
"I don't understand, what's going on?" I felt a little dazed, wondering why they were making such a request.
"Ting'er, we are here for your good. Aunt Liu put her hand on my shoulder, "You are now 5,000 yuan a month, although it is barely enough, but you are too nervous." We worry about your quality of life. ”
I listened to their words, grateful and a little confused. Such an offer is indeed good news for me, but I always feel that something is wrong.
I was silent for a moment, pondering the meaning behind the proposal. Their words warmed my heart, but I had some doubts. I know there must be something unknown about this.
"So what should I do?" I finally asked.
"It's simple, Ting'er. Li Ming said, "You only need to spend this money every month according to the needs of the family." ”
"But I don't know how to manage money, how to spend so much money. I said with some embarrassment.
"You don't have to worry about that. Aunt Liu smiled and comforted me, "Li Ming and I will help you manage your finances together to ensure that your family's expenses are in order." ”
"And, we'll oversee your spending, too. Li Ting added, "That way, you won't have too much pressure." ”
I listened to their words and felt a little comforted, but I also felt a little uncomfortable. I know they're doing it for my good, but it's always a little uncomfortable.
"Ting'er, what do you think?" Li Ming asked expectantly, looking at me.
I thought about it for a moment and finally nodded, "Okay, I'll do my best to cooperate." ”
Li Ming and Aunt Liu saw that I agreed, and smiles of relief appeared on their faces. They all seemed to be happy with the result.
"Then it's decided. Li Ming said, "Starting next month, we will implement a new family economic system. ”
I could only smile wryly and nod, although I felt a little uneasy, but for the sake of family harmony, I could only choose to obey.
After the new family economic system was introduced, my life changed drastically.
Every month I receive 15,000 yuan in "pocket money", a figure that makes me a little dumbfounded. In the past, my monthly living expenses of 5,000 yuan were barely enough to support us, but now it is twice as much, and I feel a little overwhelmed.
"Ting'er, have you planned your expenses this month?" Aunt Liu would come over to ask me from time to time.
"Not yet, I'm watching. I quickly replied, a little flustered.
I tried hard to manage my finances, but soon found myself at a loss. I don't know how to plan so much money, let alone how to allocate it to ensure the quality of life for my family. When faced with a spending plan, I always feel like I don't know where to start.
"Ting'er, you have to pay more attention. Aunt Liu said with some seriousness, "So much money is not for spending casually. ”
"I know, I'm going to try. I nodded hurriedly, but my heart became more anxious.
As time went on, I felt more and more like I was in a state of bondage. Although I had more money in my hands, I lost the right to free disposal. Every expense must be strictly reviewed, and every penny must not be wasted.
"It's too much to spend this month, and it's time to control it next month. Li Ming looked at my expense report and said with some concern.
"Yes, Ting'er, you have to pay attention. Aunt Liu also admonished.
I could only nod helplessly, feeling more and more heavy in my heart. It's not what I want, but I can't change it.
As time passed, I gradually became accustomed to this kind of bound life, but I often felt a sense of emptiness and uneasiness in my heart.
One day, when I was tidying up Li Ming's wardrobe, I stumbled upon a thick account book. I was curious to open it and see that it recorded all the income and expenditure of our family, and each expense was annotated in detail. I watched intriguedly until Li Ming walked in.
"Ting'er, what are you looking at?" he asked, with a hint of alarm in his voice.
I looked up at the account book in his hand and tried to explain, "I just stumbled upon this book and wanted to see what it contained." ”
Li Ming was silent for a while, then took the account book from my hand, put it on the table, and said in a serious tone: "This thing is not something you should see. ”
"But I think we should have some idea about the family's finances. I tried to argue.
"You don't need to know that. Li Ming's tone became a little stiff, "You just need to spend money as I say." ”
I was taken aback by his attitude, and a wave of dissatisfaction and anger welled up in my heart, but I didn't dare to show it.
"Okay, I see. I could only bow my head and say in obedience.
Li Ming glanced at me, seemed satisfied with my answer, and then turned and left the room.
I sat there in silence, filled with helplessness and loss. I thought that this extra money would bring us happiness and peace, but I didn't expect it to become a bondage and oppression.
"Ting'er, what's wrong with you?" Aunt Liu walked in, saw that I was silent, and asked with concern.
"Nothing, just a little tired. "I forced a smile and didn't want her to worry.
Aunt Liu looked at me and seemed to understand what I was thinking, but she didn't ask much, just patted me lightly on the shoulder and comforted, "Don't worry too much, everything will be fine." ”
I nodded, but I didn't know the bottom of my mind. I don't know what the future holds, but I hope to be able to find my own path and get rid of this shackles and have my own life again.
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