Lin Xiaoxiao stood in the spacious and bright living room, looking around, with a warm current surging in her heart. Li Ming's family not only prepared a wedding room for them, but also took care of the decoration, which made her feel both surprised and grateful for this generosity.
"Xiaoxiao, look, this living room is big enough, right? In the future, we can have a small party here. Li Ming pointed to the corner of the living room, his face full of pride.
"yes, it's really big, I love it." Lin Xiaoxiao responded with a smile, but she was thinking in her heart that with such a large space, she would prefer to arrange it as a warm reading corner.
Li Ming's mother, Aunt Li, came over with a decoration magazine, "Xiaoxiao, how do you see this chandelier?" Your uncle and I both think this style is very stylish. ”
Lin Xiaoxiao took the magazine and glanced at the golden chandelier, she felt that it was a little too gorgeous, but out of politeness, she still said: "It's very good-looking, Auntie, you must not be wrong in your choice." ”
Li Ming's family has always been enthusiastically involved in the renovation matters, but Lin Xiaoxiao gradually found that her opinion did not seem to be so important. Whenever she put forward her own ideas, Li Ming always said: "Listen to your parents, they have experience." ”
One day, Lin Xiaoxiao and Li Ming had another disagreement when choosing wallpaper for the bedroom.
"Ming, I think this beige wallpaper is very warm, what do you think?" Lin Xiaoxiao pointed to a wallpaper and asked.
"This one is too plain, my parents like the one with the pattern, and it looks lively." Li Ming pointed to another wallpaper.
"But we're going to live here in the future, and I like the simpler style." Lin Xiaoxiao insisted.
"Oh, Xiaoxiao, don't be too stubborn, my parents are also for our good." Li Ming was a little impatient.
Lin Xiaoxiao was silent, and she began to realize that this home didn't seem to be exactly her home. She wanted more than just a place to live, but a home that reflected her personality and taste.
At night, Lin Xiaoxiao sat alone in the future wedding room, looking at the starry sky outside the window, with mixed feelings in her heart. She picked up her phone and sent a message to her friend Xiaoya: "Xiaoya, I suddenly feel that if you can't even call your own home, then what kind of home is it?" ”
Lin Xiaoxiao and Li Ming sat on the sofa in their new home, with a bunch of furniture catalogs and decoration magazines spread out in front of them. Li Ming's family wanted the decoration style of their home to reflect the family's heritage and traditions, while Lin Xiaoxiao preferred modern and simple design.
"Xiaoxiao, look at this set of mahogany furniture, it has a lot of texture, it is just right for our living room." Li Ming said, pointing to a set of heavy mahogany furniture on the catalog.
Lin Xiaoxiao frowned, she preferred light Nordic-style furniture, "Ming, I think this kind of furniture is too heavy, our home is not large, and it is even more crowded to put this kind of furniture." ”
"Xiaoxiao, this is carefully selected by my parents, and they think that this kind of furniture can reflect the taste of our family." Li Ming was a little displeased.
"Taste doesn't have to be reflected in heavy furniture, modern minimalist style is also tasteful, and it is more suitable for young people." Lin Xiaoxiao tried to convince Li Ming.
Li Ming sighed, "Xiaoxiao, I know you have your own aesthetics, but can we accommodate my parents in this matter?" They are old and traditional-minded. ”
Lin Xiaoxiao felt a little lost in her heart, what she wanted was a common home, a place that could reflect the common preferences of the two. She decided to try again, "Ming, can we make a compromise?" For example, the living room can be according to the parents' preferences, and the bedroom can be the style I like, so that both sides can be taken care of. ”
Li Ming was silent for a while, as if he was weighing, "Okay, I'll go back and discuss it with my parents." ”
A few days later, Li Ming brought Aunt Li's reply. Aunt Li insisted that the style of the whole home should be unified, and the bedroom was no exception.
Lin Xiaoxiao felt unprecedented frustration, and she began to question whether this relationship could really bring her the life she wanted. She decided to have an in-depth communication with Li Ming.
"Ming, I know you have a lot of respect for your family, but I want our marriage to be based on equality and respect. Renovation is the beginning of our life together, and I hope we can decide together what our home will look like. Lin Xiaoxiao said seriously.
Li Ming looked at Lin Xiaoxiao, a trace of guilt flashed in his eyes, "Xiaoxiao, I understand." I will communicate with my parents again, and we will decide together. ”
However, the results of the communication were not satisfactory, and Li Ming's family still insisted on their opinions. Lin Xiaoxiao felt a deep sense of powerlessness, and she began to think about whether this relationship was really suitable for her.
While sorting through the documents of her new home, Lin Xiaoxiao stumbled upon some bank statements and loan documents that revealed the financial problems of the Li Ming family. Her mood became complicated, and she didn't understand why Li Ming wanted to hide this situation.
"Ming, when I was sorting out the documents today, I saw some bills and loan documents." Lin Xiaoxiao brought up the topic at dinner.
Li Ming's face suddenly became a little unnatural, "Oh, that's some old accounts at home, it's not a big deal." ”
Lin Xiaoxiao frowned, "However, the amount shown in these documents is not small, and it seems that it has not been paid off yet." Why didn't you tell me before? ”
Li was obviously a little embarrassed, "Xiaoxiao, I don't want you to worry, I will take care of our family's affairs." ”
"But, as your fiancée, I have the right to know these things." There was a hint of disappointment in Lin Xiaoxiao's voice.
Li Ming was silent for a while, and then said, "Xiaoxiao, I know I should have told you earlier, I just didn't want you to feel like our family was a burden. ”
Lin Xiaoxiao sighed, "Ming, I hope we can be honest with each other." If you have difficulties in your family, we can face them together, not you alone. ”
Li Ming held Lin Xiaoxiao's hand, "Xiaoxiao, thank you for your understanding, I will share things at home with you in the future." ”
However, Lin Xiaoxiao's heart was not completely relieved because of Li Ming's promise. She began to realize that marriage was not just a matter of two people, but also two families. She needed time to think about whether the relationship could really bring her happiness.
A few days later, Lin Xiaoxiao mentioned this incident when chatting with her friend Xiaoya.
"Xiaoxiao, I think you have the right to know their family's financial situation, after all, this is related to your future." Xiaoya said.
"yes, I think so too. However, what I'm more worried about now is that if he can hide such an important matter from me, what will happen in the future? Lin Xiaoxiao was worried.
Xiaoya comforted her, "Xiaoxiao, you are a smart girl, you know what you want." If the relationship is upsetting you, you can consider reassessing. ”
Lin Xiaoxiao nodded, she knew she needed to make a decision, one that was crucial to her future.
The atmosphere of the family gathering should have been warm and harmonious, but for Lin Xiaoxiao, this time became a turning point in her relationship with Li Ming.
"Xiaoxiao, do you have any plans for the future? Like work or children? Li Ming's mother suddenly asked at the dinner table, with a hint of scrutiny in her tone.
Lin Xiaoxiao was stunned for a moment, she looked at Li Ming, hoping that he could say something, but Li Ming just ate silently. "Auntie, I am very satisfied with my current job, as for the child, I discussed it with Li Ming, and we want to wait for it to be more stable before considering."
Aunt Li's face was a little unhappy, "Stable? A woman's youth waits for no one, you have to think about it quickly. Moreover, our family Li Ming needs a wife who can take good care of him at home. ”
Lin Xiaoxiao felt unprecedented pressure, she looked at Li Ming, hoping that he would stand up and say something, but Li Ming was still silent. "Auntie, I think career and family can be taken into account, Li Ming and I are still young, and we have our own plans."
Aunt Li was obviously not satisfied with this answer, and she continued: "Xiaoxiao, your idea is too selfish in our opinion, you have to think more about Li Ming and your future. ”
Li Ming's silence disappointed Lin Xiaoxiao, and she began to realize that her place in the family might not be as important as she thought. She took a deep breath and said firmly, "Auntie, I respect your opinion, but I also stick to my ideas. I believe that Li Ming and I can find a lifestyle that suits the two of us. ”
The atmosphere at the dinner table became awkward, and Li Ming's family was obviously not satisfied with Lin Xiaoxiao's answer. Li Ming finally spoke, but what he said was: "Xiaoxiao, don't fight with my mother, she is also for our good." ”
Lin Xiaoxiao's heart sank, she felt that she was marginalized, and her thoughts and feelings didn't seem to be taken seriously. After the party, Lin Xiaoxiao walked alone on the way home, full of doubts and uneasiness.
"Xiaoxiao, are you okay?" Li Ming chased after him, with concern in his tone.
Lin Xiaoxiao stopped and turned to look at Li Ming, "Ming, I feel that I am not understood in this family, and my thoughts and feelings don't seem to matter. ”
Li was obviously a little helpless, "Xiaoxiao, I know it's difficult for you, but you have to understand the situation in our family." ”
Lin Xiaoxiao shook her head, "No, Ming, it's not a matter of understanding. I feel like the problem between us is worse than I thought. I need time to think about our future. ”
Li Ming was silent, he knew that Lin Xiaoxiao was telling the truth. The silence between the two was heavier than any words.
Lin Xiaoxiao sat in the corner of the café, the rain gurgling down outside the window, as if telling her inner entanglement and uneasiness. She played with the coffee spoon in her hand, and across from her sat Li Ming, and the air between the two of them froze with an indescribable heaviness.
"Xiaoxiao, I know you've been in a bad mood lately, and you've been wronged by things at home." Li Ming spoke first, with a hint of guilt in his voice.
Lin Xiaoxiao raised her head, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes, "Ming, it's not because of family matters, but I realize that the life we want is too different." ”
Li Ming was stunned, he didn't seem to expect Lin Xiaoxiao to say this, "Xiaoxiao, we... Can't we figure it out? ”
Lin Xiaoxiao took a deep breath and said firmly: "Ming, I have seriously thought about it. Our differences are not just differences in decoration or small things, but deeper differences in values and lifestyles. What I want is a partner with whom I can grow, not a relationship that keeps me compromising and sacrificing. ”
Li Ming's face turned pale, and he spoke with difficulty: "What do you mean... Are we done? ”
Lin Xiaoxiao nodded, although she was reluctant in her heart, she knew that this was a good decision for both of them, "Yes, let's break up." I hope we can all find a better fit. ”
Li Ming was silent, his eyes showed loss and reluctance, but in the end he nodded slowly, "Xiaoxiao, I respect your decision. I will always remember the days we were together. ”
Although the conversation between the two was calm, every word was like a hammer hitting each other's hearts. After the breakup, Lin Xiaoxiao felt an unprecedented lightness, and she knew that it was a difficult but correct choice.
A few weeks later, Lin Xiaoxiao started a new life. She is engaged in her work and also actively participates in social activities, and her life has become more fulfilling and colorful. Although she occasionally thinks of Li Ming, she believes that there will be someone who is more suitable for her waiting for her in the future.
This article is a microfiction, please do not sit in the opposite seat