In an ordinary family, Li Ming and his mother Wang Fang are busy preparing dinner in the kitchen. Wang Fang is a traditional and strict mother who has never relaxed her expectations for her son. Li Ming knew that after this meal, he would reveal to his mother the progress of his relationship with Wang Jing.
"Mom, I want to talk to you about me and Jingjing," Li Ming said as he cut the vegetables, testing his mother's reaction.
Wang Fang's hand paused slightly, but soon returned to normal. "Jingjing, people are good people, that's—" There was an indescribable trace of worry in her voice.
Li Ming knew in his heart that this "is" the hidden worry behind it. "I know you're worried about how things are going to happen in her house that will affect us, but I really care about her."
"Obviously, I didn't mean that, and you know that I've always liked Jingjing's child. But marriage is not just a matter of two people, but also two families. Wang Fang stopped what he was doing, turned around, and looked at Li Ming with a firm gaze, "If you marry Jingjing, you may have to bear the debts of their family, and this burden is not light." ”
Hearing his mother's words, Li Ming's heart was mixed. "Mom, but we're both serious about each other, should we give up just because of this?"
Wang Fang sighed and took Li Ming's hand, "Child, things in the world are often unsatisfactory, I know that you have a good relationship, but you are just starting out, I am afraid that this burden will drag down your future." ”
"But I..." Li Ming had a lot to say, but looking at his mother's concerned and determined face, his words gradually became weak.
After dinner, although the atmosphere was quiet, Li Ming's heart set off huge waves. He paced back and forth in the room, his thoughts wandering. Wang Jing is the daughter of his uncle Wang Gang and a cousin who grew up together. The relationship between the two quietly took root in the young years, and now it has long been unfathomable. However, Jingjing's family background worries his mother, who is afraid that all this will become vulnerable in the face of reality.
Just when Li Ming was deep in thought, his mobile phone rang, and the caller ID was "Jingjing". He picked up the phone: "Jing, Jingjing, I told my mother about us tonight." ”
On the other end of the phone, Wang Jing's voice was a little low, "Ming, I'm also thinking about this, if because of me, you feel pressure, I... I'll be sorry. ”
Li Ming's heart tightened, "How can you say that, Jingjing, it's not your fault." ”
Wang Jing said softly: "But your mother is right, I don't want you to suffer because of me." ”
The silence that followed was like a heavy weight on the hearts of the two, and finally Li Ming said slowly: "Maybe, maybe we need time, I'll set up a business first." ”
There was a barely audible "um" on the other end of the phone, and the two of them were speechless. The moonlight shines through the gaps in the curtains, casting mottled shadows, Li Ming knows that on the road of life, there will always be such a night, which makes people have to face the cruelty of reality.
Late at night, Li Ming walked to the window, looked at the night view of the city, and secretly made a decision in his heart, he wanted to work harder, at least for himself, but also for the love in his heart that he was unwilling to give up.
Day after day, time passes like a white horse, inadvertently drifting away. Li Ming's career has risen steadily, his advertising agency has established a place, and he has grown from an ordinary designer to a department manager. But even so, there was always a gap in his heart that could not be filled. That is the unfinished fate with Wang Jing, it is like a thorn, which makes him feel painful from time to time.
"Obviously, you always seem to be preoccupied lately, are you facing any problems at work?" Wang Fang asked with concern during a meal.
"It's not about work, it's mom, it's... It's me..." Li Ming wanted to speak and stopped, but he didn't know how to say it.
Wang Fang looked at Li Ming, and already understood in her heart, "Can't you let go of Jingjing's girl?" I actually like your mother a lot, but you also see that the situation at your uncle's house is getting more and more difficult. ”
Indeed, Wang Gang's family situation has not improved over the years, and the debts are like a bottomless pit, so Wang Jing has to drop out of school to work outside to make money.
"I know my mother, but I just can't let go of her in my heart, I always feel like I... What should I do. Li Ming pursed his lips, his expression full of helplessness and struggle.
Wang Fang sighed, she couldn't do anything about this kind of emotional entanglement, she only hoped that her son could be happy, "Obviously, the emotional matter is barely coming, if you really like Jingjing, give yourself some time and give her some space." ”
"Mom, I understand." Li Ming nodded, although the turmoil in his heart had not subsided, at least he decided to give himself a chance to see the way forward.
Here, Li Ming is hesitating in the entanglement of feelings and responsibilities, but the situation of his uncle Wang Gang's family is even more difficult. In the past few years, Wang Gang has been trying to turn over his book by borrowing money, but the result is getting deeper and deeper, and the debts on his body are like a huge black hole, devouring this originally warm little home.
"Uncle Wang, you can't go on like this, you should think about how to stabilize your income now, and stop being opportunistic." Li Ming persuaded his uncle during a chance encounter.
The wrinkles on Wang Gang's face seemed to be deeper, and he sighed, "Ming, I know, but the creditor is urging tightly, what can I do?" Jingjing is also working outside, and our family is anxious. ”
Li Ming couldn't help but feel a sense of guilt in his heart, although he was able to occasionally help his uncle Wang Gang over the years, but those were just a drop in the bucket, and they couldn't solve the problem at all.
"Uncle, don't worry, I will find a way to help you." Li Ming knows that the existing help alone is not enough, and he needs to take further action.
Wang Gang shook his head, "Your own road is still long, don't let me..." Li Ming interrupted his uncle firmly, "Family members are meant to support each other." Time is like this, love is like a wit, Li Ming's thoughts about Wang Jing have not decreased due to the passage of time, on the contrary, his feelings have become more and more firm in his repeated struggles and thoughts. He knew that he had to make a change, not only for his love, but also for the sake of his lost youth and the fate he had not grasped.
Three years seem to be just a matter of a moment. Li Ming's career has gained a firm foothold, but the vacancy in his heart has never been filled. By chance, Li Ming met Wang Jing on the street. She changed her hairstyle and wore a pair of glasses, which made her look much more mature, but Li Ming recognized her at a glance.
"Jingjing, is that you?" Li Ming approached and called out uncertainly.
Wang Jing raised his head, and after being surprised, there was a bitter smile, "Li Ming, long time no see." ”
The two found a café to sit down, and Li Ming noticed that although Wang Jing was neatly dressed, her face revealed an imperceptible tiredness. "How have you been? Is everything alright? He asked tentatively.
Wang Jing shook her head and smiled bitterly, "Since my uncle's business failed, the family's debts have snowballed, and I have to drop out of school to work. The helplessness in her tone revealed the weight of life.
Hearing this, Li Ming had mixed feelings in his heart, he had heard of his uncle Wang Gang's investment failure and debt, but he didn't expect that Wang Jing not only gave up his studies, but also suffered from the pressure of life.
"Jingjing, why didn't you tell me?" Li Ming's heart swelled with deep self-blame and guilt.
"You also have your life," Wang Jing said bitterly, "I don't want to be a burden to you." ”
At this time, Wang Fang's words sounded in Li Ming's mind, 'Happiness that doesn't come hard is bitter'. He suddenly realized how wise his mother's decision was, and if he hadn't heeded his mother's advice, he might be another person who is in debt and can't extricate himself.
"Jingjing, you know what? I've been thinking about us all these years. If I hadn't listened to my mother at the beginning, we ...... now" Li Ming didn't finish speaking, and his eyes were already blurred.
Wang Jing shook his hand, "Li Ming, we are both young, and we still have a long way to go, I am also grateful that you can understand me." Maybe that's fate, anyway, I want you to be happy. ”
In the dialogue between the two, there are not only memories of the past, but also today's helplessness. Li Ming suddenly realized that his mother Wang Fang's concerns and persistence back then saved him from the heavy burdens he may face today, so that he could have the courage and opportunity to pursue his own happiness.
Leaving the café, the night was already dark, but Li Ming's mood was as bright as the first morning light. Wang Jing's last sentence "I hope you can be happy" is like a warm hug in the morning breeze, although he failed to continue their love, he has grown and seen his future direction.
After that chance encounter with Wang Jing, Li Ming walked on the way home, his heart turned a thousand times, and he kept thinking about his past and future. Wang Fang has always been strict with him, and the deep meaning behind it is finally able to understand it. He knew that his mother's views on family responsibilities and financial independence were born out of a deep and genuine love for him.
Walking into the house, Li Ming found that Wang Fang was carefully reading a book on family finance in the living room, and he asked softly, "Mom, what are you reading?" ”
Wang Fang raised his head and smiled, "Obviously, this is a book about how to manage money, I think you have to learn it too, it will be good for the future." ”
Li Ming sat next to Wang Fang, and the emotion in his heart was like a spring, "Mom, it's because I wasn't sensible before, and your worries back then were right." If I hadn't listened to you, I would have been crushed by the financial pressure. ”
Wang Fang looked at Li Ming gently, "Child, feelings are a part of life, but it is also important to be able to face the challenges of life independently. I hope you can find your own happiness in stability. ”
At that moment, Li Ming no longer saw the strict mother, but an elder full of wisdom and love. His heart was filled with a kind of gratitude and respect that he had never felt before, and his understanding and support for Wang Fang were incomparably precious.
"Mom, I will remember your words and plan my future well." Li Ming silently made up his mind in his heart, and this experience gave him a valuable lesson - how to love and how to bear.
Time flies, Li Ming's figure is gradually moving away, and the pace of growth is becoming more and more firm. He knows that only by managing his own life well can he have the ability to take responsibility and give. The "wronged head" who once made his heart ache slowly turned into a mature and wise adult. His future has been inspired by this reunion, and a new chapter has been opened about the family's financial management and life.