Li Ting gently pushed open the door, the familiar aroma of food rushed to her face, she took a deep breath, and the fatigue of the day seemed to dissipate with this warmth. Zhang Qiang was already sitting at the dining table, holding the remote control in his hand, but his eyes were staring at the busy figure in the kitchen. Wang Fang, their mother-in-law, is making final preparations for dinner.
"Come back, wash your hands and eat. Zhang Qiang's voice was gentle, he stood up and took Li Ting's bag.
"Well, how is your work today?" asked Li Ting as she washed her hands.
"It's ok, it's just a bit busy. Zhang Qiang replied with a smile, turned around and went to the kitchen to help serve the food.
At the dinner table, the three of them sat around, and Wang Fang kept picking up dishes for Li Ting, "Eat more, see that you have lost weight recently." ”
Li Ting smiled and nodded, and a warm current surged in her heart. Such days are simple and warm, and she cherishes them.
A few days later, Zhang Li suddenly visited, she was Zhang Qiang's sister, a very ambitious woman. Zhang Li's arrival broke the peace of this small family.
"Sister-in-law, I have something I want to discuss with you. Zhang Li took Li Ting's hand with anticipation on her face.
"What's the matter? Li Ting smiled, but she was a little apprehensive in her heart.
"I've been very busy at work lately, and Xiao Ming has no one to take care of him after school after school, I think... Can I let Xiao Ming live with you temporarily? Zhang Li's words made Li Ting stunned, she looked at Zhang Qiang, and then at Wang Fang, and the eyes of the two were also full of complexity.
Li Ting was entangled in her heart, she liked Xiao Ming, but at the same time, she was also worried that Xiao Ming's arrival would affect the two-person world between her and Zhang Qiang, as well as the harmonious relationship with her mother-in-law.
"Let me think about it, Zhang Li. Li Ting didn't agree immediately, she needed time to think about it.
A hint of disappointment flashed in Zhang Li's eyes, but she still smiled and said, "It's okay, sister-in-law, you think about it." ”
At night, Li Ting lay on the bed tossing and turning, she didn't know what to do. On the one hand, she couldn't bear to refuse Zhang Li, and on the other hand, she was also worried that the rhythm of family life would be disrupted.
"Or, let's help Zhang Li this time, right?" Zhang Qiang saw Li Ting's hesitation and proposed softly.
Li Ting shook her head, "I'm worried that when Xiao Ming comes, the house will become a mess." ”
"Let's try it, maybe it's not that bad?" Zhang Qiang held Li Ting's hand, his eyes full of encouragement.
Li Ting was silent, she knew that no matter what decision she made, it would affect the family. She needs to think carefully about what is the best choice.
Li Ting was lying on the bed, tossing and turning, her heart full of entanglement. She knew that Zhang Li's request was not unreasonable, but family harmony was equally important to her. The next day, after much deliberation, she decided to stand her ground.
"Sister-in-law, I've thought about it for a long time, but I still think it's not suitable to add another child to the family now. Li Ting tried her best to keep her tone calm, but the meaning of refusal was clear.
Zhang Li's face sank, she obviously didn't expect to be rejected. "Sister-in-law, I really can't help it, you can help me this time. There was a hint of pleading in Zhang Li's tone.
"Zhang Li, it's not that we don't help you, it's just that you also know the current situation at home, and we're afraid that we won't be able to take care of Xiao Ming. Zhang Qiang added on the side, with helplessness in his eyes.
Wang Fang had been listening to the side, and at this time she couldn't help but interject: "How are you talking? Xiao Ming is the grandson of the Zhang family, how can there be any reason to refuse?"
"Mom, we are also for Xiao Ming's good. Li Ting tried to explain, but Wang Fang's face was already ugly.
"For my good, I think you are selfish!" Wang Fang's voice raised, "Li Ting, how old are you?
The atmosphere suddenly became tense, and Zhang Qiang hurriedly played a round: "Mom, don't be angry, let's discuss it again." ”
But Wang Fang's anger did not subside, she turned around and entered the room, slamming the door shut. Zhang Li left disappointed, and did not forget to leave a sentence before leaving: "Sister-in-law, you disappointed me too much." ”
Li Ting had mixed feelings in her heart, she knew that her decision might hurt the feelings of her family, but she firmly believed that she was right. However, a few days later, an unexpected piece of news made her mood even more complicated.
"Sister-in-law, Xiao Ming fell and broke a bone while playing in the community yesterday. Zhang Li's voice on the phone was crying, "Fortunately, I didn't live in your house, otherwise you would have to worry about it." ”
Li Ting was stunned, she didn't expect this. On the one hand, she was glad that she had made the decision, and on the other hand, she felt sorry for Xiao Ming's injury.
"Zhang Li, don't worry too much, the child will get better soon. Li Ting comforted, but thought in her heart that if Xiao Ming really lived in his own house, maybe this would not have happened.
This incident made Li Ting begin to reflect, perhaps she paid too much attention to her own rhythm of life and neglected the mutual assistance and support between her family. She decided to find a time to talk to Wang Fang, perhaps, the meaning of home is to support each other and face the ups and downs of life together.
Li Ting sat on the sofa in the living room, holding a cup of tea that had cooled tightly in her hand. Zhang Qiang was on the side, patting her lightly on the shoulder, trying to comfort her. Since Li Ting expressed her refusal to Zhang Li's request, the atmosphere in the home has become heavy.
"Wife, don't worry too much, the decision we made was considered. Zhang Qiang's voice was low, revealing a hint of helplessness.
Li Ting nodded slightly, but her heart was still not a taste. She knew that her decision might disappoint Zhang Li, but she was even more worried that Xiao Ming's arrival would disrupt the family order that she and Zhang Qiang had carefully maintained.
Wang Fang was busy in the kitchen, and the occasional sound of pots and pans seemed to express her dissatisfaction. After Zhang Li's request was denied, Wang Fang's attitude became obviously cold, and her dissatisfaction with Li Ting slowly accumulated in silence.
A few days later, Zhang Li suddenly called, with a hint of tremor in her voice: "Sister-in-law, Xiao Ming...... He accidentally fell and injured himself at school. ”
Li Ting's heart tightened, and she hurriedly asked, "How is Xiao Ming?"
"The doctor said it was a fracture and needed to recuperate for a while. Zhang Li's voice was full of worry.
Li Ting had mixed feelings in her heart, she was glad about her decision, but at the same time she felt sad and guilty for Xiao Ming's injury. She comforted Zhang Li softly: "Sister-in-law, don't worry too much, the most important thing now is to let Xiao Ming recuperate." ”
After hanging up the phone, Li Ting's mood couldn't calm down for a long time. Wang Fang walked out of the kitchen, the expression on her face was still serious: "Li Ting, have you heard about Xiao Ming?"
"Mother-in-law, I already know. Li Ting's voice was low, and she could feel the reproach in Wang Fang's eyes.
Wang Fang sighed and sat opposite Li Ting: "I know you're worried about the situation at home, but Xiao Ming is our family after all, can't we really do something for him?"
Li Ting's heart was shocked, and Wang Fang's words made her begin to re-examine her position. She realized that perhaps she was putting too much emphasis on her worries and neglecting the mutual support and support between her family.
At night, Li Ting lay in bed, tossing and turning, and her mood was extremely complicated. She began to think about whether she should reconsider Zhang Li's request, perhaps the meaning of home is to support each other and face the ups and downs of life together.
After tossing and turning that night, Li Ting's mood gradually calmed down. The early morning sun shone through the cracks in the curtains and sprinkled on her face. She took a deep breath and decided to have a good talk with Wang Fang.
"Mother-in-law, I think we need to talk. Li Ting's voice was not loud, but it revealed firmness.
Wang Fang walked out of the kitchen, the expression on her face was still a little stiff: "What do you want to say?"
"I know, I refused to let Xiao Ming come to stay, which made you very unhappy. Li Ting said sincerely, "I'm just worried that our lives will be affected, it's not that I don't want to help." ”
Wang Fang was silent for a while, and then sighed: "I understand your concerns, but as a family, should we support each other?"
Li Ting nodded: "You're right, I'll reconsider." ”
At this time, Zhang Qiang also came over, and he held Li Ting's hand: "Mom, wife, we are all a family, and we should face difficulties together." ”
A smile appeared on Wang Fang's face: "It's pretty much the same. ”
Zhang Li also took Xiao Ming back home, she looked at everyone, her eyes were full of gratitude: "Thank you for your understanding, I know that my request has caused trouble to everyone." ”
"Sister-in-law, you are too outward, we are all a family. Li Ting stepped forward and shook Zhang Li's hand.
Although Xiao Ming still had a plaster cast on his arm, he had an innocent smile on his face: "Auntie, when my hands are ready, can I still come to your house to play?"
Li Ting touched Xiao Ming's head and replied gently: "Of course you can, you are always welcome at your aunt's house." ”
In the end, the family sat around the dining table and enjoyed the breakfast carefully prepared by Wang Fang. Although the previous quarrels and misunderstandings made everyone's hearts a little heavy, now, they cherish each other's affection and understanding even more.
Through this incident, Li Ting has gained a deeper understanding of family responsibilities and personal choices. She understands that family is not just a haven for individuals, but also a strength to support each other in difficult times. The story ends with a family member reconciling and a positive outlook on the future, and Li Ting believes that as long as everyone thinks in one place and works hard in one place, there is no difficulty that cannot be overcome.