Li Xiuying has been a very kind and likable child since she was a child, and when she was a child, she longed to be a teacher and tell children about the wonderful world in books. The years passed, and before she knew it, she really became a teacher, and a good teacher in the eyes of the children.
After retirement, her biggest pleasure every day is to go for a walk in the park, and then go home to watch TV dramas and do knitting. The ordinary life made her feel very satisfied. Despite her small pension, Ms. Lee has been living frugally, saving a little money every month in her pension for several years. She was going to do something big with the money - to treat her eyes, which had been blurred by age. The ophthalmologist told her that with surgery and proper treatment, her vision could be greatly improved.
"Mom, I'll come over and cook for you at noon today, right?" Daughter Yang Yue's voice came from the other end of the phone, sounding a little anxious.
"No need, Yueyue, Mom still has some leftover food from yesterday, and I can still eat it." Li Xiuying replied gently, "You are busy with work, so you don't have to go on this trip." ”
"Mom, I—I actually have something I want to talk to you about." Yang Yue was stunned, with a little hesitation in his words.
Li Xiuying felt the abnormality in her daughter's words, "What's the matter, Yueyue, you say." ”
"That's right, Mom, you know I recently bought a house, and I'm overwhelmed by my monthly mortgage." Yang Yue's voice lowered, "No, the car loan is about to expire again." I... I'm a little short on money, and I want to ask if you can help me cushion it first, and I'll pay you back when my salary is paid later. ”
Li Xiuying was silent for a while, with mixed feelings in her heart. Her money was saved bit by bit, for the sake of her own eyes. However, the daughter in front of her is really in trouble, how can she not help?
"Mom, don't worry, I will definitely pay you back as soon as possible." Yang Yue's anxious voice came from the other end of the phone, "It's just that in a short period of time, it's really difficult for me to raise so much." ”
"Yueyue, do you know what Mom has been saving money for all these years?" Li Xiuying's words changed, with a hint of expectation in her tone.
"Mom, I know, you've always wanted to have eye surgery..."Yang Yue felt a little guilty, "but I promise, I will work harder in the future, and I will make up your surgery fee as soon as possible." ”
"Okay, Mom believes you." Li Xiuying sighed, she knew she couldn't refuse. "Then you come over at noon, let's talk face-to-face."
Hanging up the phone, Li Xiuying looked at the sunshine outside the window, feeling both relieved and helpless. She touched the book "Dream of Red Mansions" and remembered the sentence in the book: "There is no feast in the world." She smiled, as if mocking her own plans, and as if convincing herself to accept the impermanence of life. Yang Yue pushed open the door with a hint of nervousness and apology, and saw her mother sitting on the sofa, her needlework in her hand stopped in mid-air, quietly looking out the window.
"Mom." Yang Yue slowly approached and sat opposite Li Xiuying, "I'm here." ”
Li Xiuying put down the needle and thread in her hand, smiled and nodded, "It's good to come." Hungry or not? I made a la carte. ”
Yang Yue shook her head, she knew that the atmosphere at the moment was not suitable for eating, "Mom, shouldn't we talk about that?" ”
Li Xiuying sighed, and the smile on her face gradually disappeared, "Yueyue, Mom knows that you are in trouble. But the money was saved by my mother for so many years, and it was originally intended to be used to treat her eyes. ”
"I know Mom... But I was really difficult, I didn't expect to be so nervous when I bought a house, and I couldn't support the monthly mortgage plus living expenses. Yang Yue's eyes showed urgency.
"When you bought a house, I said you have to do what you can. Mom also hopes that you are well, but now that I have given you all my only savings, what will Mom do in the future? Li Xiuying's voice trembled a little.
"Mom, it's not that I don't pay you back, you know me, I work so hard, I will definitely find a way to pay you back as soon as possible." Yang Yue grabbed her mother's hand, with tears in her eyes, "I will also be responsible for your surgical expenses." ”
"Yueyue, the problem of mother's eyes really has to be dealt with in time. You know I haven't been able to see clearly in the past few years, and I can't even wear a needle and thread..."Li Xiuying sighed, and her eyes began to moisten.
"Mom, I understand you, I really blame myself, and I know that it's unfair to you to do this. But Mom, don't worry, I will save all the overtime pay in the future. Yang Yue's voice became firmer, "I will reduce all unnecessary expenses, even if it is a desperate Saburo, I will return the money to you as soon as possible!" ”
Li Xiuying looked at her daughter, and the contradictions in her heart became even more intense. She knows that she has been working for her children all her life, and every time she has worked hard and paid, she hopes that her daughter can live a better life. And today, this well-behaved and obedient child has to reach out to her for help because of the burden of life.
"Okay, that's it." Li Xiuying finally made a decision, she hugged Yang Yue, "You are your mother's daughter, isn't your mother's money still yours?" You are in trouble now, how can my mother not help you. ”
"Thank you, Mom!" Yang Yue hugged her tightly, the burden in her heart seemed to be lighter, but the guilt for her mother was even worse.
At this time, Li Xiuying, although she was worried about her surgery, looked at her daughter's relieved smile, she knew that she had made a choice that a mother should make.
"But Yueyue, you can't always do that." Li Xiu said earnestly in English, "You also have to learn to solve problems by yourself, don't count on your mother every time." ”
"I will, Mom, I will work harder in the future, and I will be an independent and strong woman." Yang Yue held her mother's hand and responded firmly.
The two talk about the future in the afternoon sun, and although difficulties remain, with the support and trust between mother and daughter, there will always be a light in life. At this time, Li Xiuying's heart, although there was sacrifice, was also full of warmth and love. On a weekend full of spring, Li Xiuying invited several old colleagues and relatives and friends to gather at home. The table was filled with her carefully prepared delicacies, and the sounds of laughter and conversation created a welcoming atmosphere.
In the small talk, Li Xiuying's friend Aunt Liu inadvertently mentioned that Li Xiuying was going to have eye surgery. "Xiuying, I heard that the money you saved is about to have surgery?"
Li Xiuying took a sip of tea, and the smile on her face was a little reluctant, "Hey, what about this matter, it may have to be postponed." ”
"What, what's wrong?" Aunt Liu asked with concern.
Yang Yue, who was next to him, lowered his head a little embarrassed when he heard this.
Li Xiuying smiled and tried to dilute the topic, "What's the big deal, isn't it just a little useful at home." By the way, did you hear Yueyue, Yueyue recently bought a house..."
"That's a good thing!" An uncle clapped his hands happily, "It's not easy for young people nowadays to have their own houses in big cities!" ”
"It's not easy, but it's a big burden to make a down payment and make monthly payments." Aunt Liu said, looking at Yang Yue, "Yueyue, are you okay?" ”
Yang Yue smiled awkwardly, "Auntie, it's okay, it's just a little nervous." ”
The atmosphere suddenly fell silent, and everyone seemed to be vaguely aware of something.
An uncle suddenly spoke, "Actually, young people have to learn to be independent, and as parents, they can't do everything, otherwise what will they do in the future?" ”
"But parents always want their children to have a better life." Another aunt immediately retorted, "Being able to help is a handful, this is a traditional virtue of the Chinese." ”
"Traditional virtues are one thing, wisdom is another." Aunt Liu said slowly, "Prevention is better than prevention, and it is also for Yueyue's good." ”
Li Xiuying glanced at her daughter deeply, and then turned to everyone, "Actually, Yueyue did encounter some difficulties, I... I decided to help her through it first. ”
"Xiuying, you're taking too much risk by doing this!" Uncle's voice raised a little, "Your eyes are getting worse and worse, isn't it better to have faculty insurance now?" Know that health is the most important thing! ”
"I agree, Xiuying, the child's affairs are important, but your own health cannot be ignored." My aunt also said.
Yang Yue shook her hand nervously at this time, "Everyone is reasonable, I don't want to do this myself, I will try to solve it myself, and I won't let my mother worry about it." ”
Li Xiuying sighed, "I understand what everyone said." I also tell myself every day to be kind to myself. But as a mother, when I see my child in trouble, I just..."
Everyone fell silent, and the atmosphere suddenly became heavy. The difficulties of a family have led to a discussion about responsibility, love and tradition. They may not have found the most suitable answer, but this discussion made everyone think more deeply about life and family. After that passionate family gathering, Lee so-young stayed up all night. The stars faded, revealing a faint morning light, and she finally made up her mind.
"Yueyue, Mom thought a lot last night. I decided, I can lend you the money. Li Xiuying called her daughter early the next morning, and her voice was firm.
"Mom, really? You won't regret it? I... I really don't know how to thank you. Yang Yue choked on the other end of the phone.
"Don't talk about those useless ones, you can do well, Mom will rest assured." Lee so-young's words were full of tenderness.
Just as the two mothers and daughters were discussing the specific details of the loan, Li Xiuying's grandson Xiaohai came home from school. He heard their conversation, and his eyes showed the child's doubts and worries.
"Grandma, why are you lending money to your mother? What about your eyes? Xiaohai asked cautiously.
Li Xiuying smiled and stroked Xiaohai's head, "Grandma's eyes will be fine, you don't have to worry." ”
And Xiaohai, a child who grew up in the digital world, had an idea, and he came up with an idea that Li Xiuying didn't expect. "Grandma, we can ask for help online. I've seen people raise money online for surgery, and we can try it too. ”
"On the web? This...... Is that good? Although Li Xiuying was confused, she was also moved by her grandson's idea.
"Of course, grandma, now that information is so developed, many well-wishers are willing to help." Xiao Hai said as he picked up his tablet and began to search for relevant information.
Sure enough, Yang Yue took Xiaohai to make a fundraising page, explaining Ms. Lee's situation and sharing the link on social media. Unexpectedly, many people were moved by Li Xiuying's decades of dedication and maternal love, and reached out to help and donate.
In just a few days, the kindness on the Internet gathered into a warm current, not only raising the surgery fee, but also many warm messages and encouragement.
The family sat around the living room, watching the donation numbers on the tablet continue to rise, Li Xiuying's eyes moistened, "There are so many kind-hearted people in this world. ”
"Yes, grandma, you see, this time, everyone is helping us." Xiao Hai said proudly.
Yang Yue held her mother's hand, didn't know what to say, and only said, "Mom, thank you." ”
At this moment, Li Xiuying feels not only the understanding and support of her family, but also the warmth and care of this era. Life may be challenging, but who can say that love and warmth are not the strongest pillars in this rapidly changing world?