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Li Ming was sitting in the study working on some work documents, when suddenly his mobile phone rang. He glanced at the caller ID, which was the phone number of his cousin Zhang Yan. He immediately connected the phone, and Zhang Yan's excited voice came from the other end of the phone.
"Brother, Xiaoli's college entrance examination results are out, 438 points!" Zhang Yan's voice was filled with excitement that could not be concealed.
Li Ming smiled, although 438 points was not a particularly high score, he knew that for Xiaoli, who had been working hard, it was a result worth celebrating. "It's so good, Xiaoli has worked so hard, and it has finally paid off. When are you going to meet? I've got to go and celebrate her. ”
"It's scheduled for this weekend, and there won't be too many people at home, all of them are relatives and friends. You must come, Xiaoli must be very happy to see you. Zhang Yan's tone was full of anticipation.
"No problem, I'll be there." Li Ming happily agreed.
The weekend is fast approaching. Li Ming drove to Zhang Yan's house, and along the way, he thought about what gift to give Wang Xiaoli. Eventually, he decided to buy a bouquet of flowers and a motivational book, hoping to give Xiaoli some encouragement on this special day.
When he arrived at the door of Zhang Yan's house, Li Ming saw that several cars had been parked at the door, and obviously, the relatives had already arrived. He walked into the house with a gift and saw the living room bustling. Zhang Yan was busy preparing food in the kitchen, while Wang Xiaoli chatted with a few relatives on the sofa.
"Oops, Li Ming is here!" When Zhang Yan saw Li Ming, she immediately greeted her, "Come in, don't stand at the door." ”
Li Ming walked into the living room with a smile and handed the flowers and books to Wang Xiaoli, "Xiaoli, congratulations!" This bouquet of flowers and this book are sent to you, and I hope you will get better and better on your future learning path. ”
Wang Xiaoli accepted the gift a little shyly, "Thank you, uncle, I will work hard." ”
Li Ming patted her on the shoulder, "Come on, the future belongs to you." ”
The atmosphere in the living room was very lively, everyone sat around and talked and laughed. Zhang Yan walked in with a plate of delicacies and beckoned everyone to eat. Li Ming and a few relatives sat at a small round table, eating and chatting.
"Zhang Yan, it's really not easy for you, you have put a lot of effort into Xiaoli's education, right?" Li Ming asked as he ate the dish.
Zhang Yan sighed and wiped the sweat from her forehead, "Yes, I have really spent a lot of money for her studies over the years, and even sold a house." As long as she can get into a good university, it's all worth it. ”
When Li Ming heard this, his heart was slightly shocked, he knew Zhang Yan's hardships over the years, but he didn't expect to pay so much. "You are such a great mother, willing to do anything for the sake of your children."
"Actually, it's nothing, what parent in the world doesn't want their children to have a good future?" Zhang Yan smiled, her eyes full of the brilliance of maternal love.
Wang Xiaoli, who was on the side, listened to the conversation between her mother and her cousin, and felt a lot of emotion in her heart. She knew that her mother had given a lot to her studies, but she had never thought about it so much. At this moment, she was even more determined to study hard and live up to her mother's expectations.
"Xiaoli, you must work hard in college in the future, don't let your mother's hard work go to waste." Li Ming looked at Wang Xiaoli and said earnestly.
Wang Xiaoli nodded heavily, "Uncle, I will definitely do it." ”
Zhang Yan walked into the living room with a plate of steaming braised pork, put it in the center of the table, and beckoned everyone to eat more. At this time, Li Ming put down his chopsticks, looked at Zhang Yan seriously, and asked, "Just now you said that you even sold a house for Xiaoli's education, is this true?" ”
Zhang Yan nodded, a trace of tiredness appeared on her face, "Yes, Li Ming." When Xiaoli was in high school, I spent a lot of money to get her into the best middle school in the city. Not only are tuition fees expensive, but the cost of extracurricular cram classes is staggeringly high. Later, when the house price rose rapidly, I gritted my teeth and sold our old house in exchange for money to pay Xiaoli's tuition. ”
Li Ming was deeply shocked when he heard this, he didn't expect Zhang Yan to pay so much for his daughter's education, "Then where do you live now?" ”
"Fortunately, Xiaoli and I now live in a smaller apartment, which is not big, but it is enough." Zhang Yan smiled reluctantly, "As long as Xiaoli can have a good future, it's all worth it." ”
"Sister, although it is necessary to invest in education, do you think the money is worth it?" Li Ming asked with a frown.
Zhang Yan pondered for a moment and replied, "Actually, I often ask myself this question. Education is indeed an investment, but no one can say whether this investment will pay off. I only hope that Xiaoli can change her destiny through hard work and not have to work as hard as me. ”
Li Ming nodded, "I understand your feelings, every parent hopes that their children can have a good future." However, have you ever thought that there are many other ways to help children grow besides money? ”
Zhang Yan sighed, "Of course I know, but you see, the competition in this society is so fierce now, and without a good educational background, how can children gain a firm foothold in the future?" ”
Wang Xiaoli has been listening silently to the conversation between her mother and her cousin, and she feels a lot in her heart. She knew that her mother had done a lot for her, but when she heard this today, she really understood her mother's hardships and expectations.
She whispered, "Mom, uncle, I will work hard and live up to your expectations." I know you've done a lot for me, which makes me feel stressed, but it also gives me motivation. I will definitely study hard and do my best to repay you. ”
Zhang Yan touched her daughter's head, her eyes were a little moist, "Xiaoli, mom just hopes that you can grow up happily and don't put too much pressure on yourself." Grades are important, but physical and mental health are even more important. ”
Li Ming also chimed in: "Yes, Xiaoli. Studying is important, but don't forget to relax. We all want you to have a bright future, but that future should not be based on pain. ”
The atmosphere in the living room became a little heavy, but also full of warmth and understanding. Zhang Yan looked at her daughter and cousin, and felt a trace of comfort in her heart. Although the future is full of uncertainties, she believes that as long as the family works together, any difficulties can be overcome.
At this time, Li Ming smiled and said, "Okay, let's stop talking about such a heavy topic." Today is a day worth celebrating, come, let's toast to Xiaoli's achievements together! ”
Everyone raised their glasses, and the smiles returned to everyone's faces. Wang Xiaoli looked at her mother and cousin, and silently made a determination in her heart: she must study hard and live up to this deep love and expectation.
After the party, Li Ming waved goodbye to Zhang Yan and other relatives, and on the way home, he repeatedly thought about Zhang Yan's words in his head. As the night outside the car window grew darker, and the lights on both sides of the street twinkled like stars, Li Ming took a deep breath, and pictures of the past appeared in his mind.
Back at home, Li Ming parked the car in the garage, sat in the car, and did not get out of the car for a long time. He recalled Zhang Yan's efforts and sacrifices for Wang Xiaoli's education, and his heart was full of mixed feelings. Li Ming knows that he also has two children, and their future also needs him to work hard and pay.
Pushing open the door, his wife Wang Lin was watching TV in the living room, and when she saw Li Ming coming back, she immediately turned off the TV and stepped forward, "I'm back, how is the party?" ”
Li Ming changed into slippers, walked to the sofa and sat down, and breathed a long sigh of relief, "It's not bad, Xiaoli scored 438 points, although it is not high, but it is not easy for her." ”
Wang Lin nodded, "Yes, this kid has been working hard. Zhang Yan must be very happy, right? ”
"Happy is happy, but she also gave a lot." Li Ming then told Wang Lin about the conversations at the party one by one.
After listening to this, Wang Lin was silent for a while and said: "Indeed, the current competition in education is too fierce, and we also have to plan the future of our children." ”
"Yes," Li Ming nodded, "but I think that in addition to spending money, we also need to spend more time with our children, communicate with them more, and understand their thoughts and needs." ”
On the other side, Zhang Yan and Wang Xiaoli were also on their way home. The car drove on the street at night, and the car was quiet. Zhang Yan looked at her daughter sitting in the passenger seat and asked softly, "Xiaoli, how do you feel when you hear the conversation between your mother and your uncle today?" ”
Wang Xiaoli was silent for a while, and said, "Mom, I know that you have paid a lot for me, and I didn't know about selling the house before. Sorry for the trouble. ”
Zhang Yan reached out to hold her daughter's hand and said gently: "Xiaoli, my mother has never thought you were in trouble. I am willing to give everything for you. As long as you can have a good future, your mother will be satisfied. ”
Wang Xiaoli's eyes were a little moist, and her voice was a little choked, "Mom, I will work hard to live up to your expectations." Although my grades today are not very good, I will definitely work harder in college and strive to get better grades. ”
Zhang Yan nodded, tears of relief flashed in her eyes, "Good boy, mom believes in you." As long as you work hard, everything will be fine. ”
The mother and daughter were immersed in a warm conversation, and the car slowly drove home. Back at home, Wang Xiaoli returned to her room, sat at her desk, took out a notebook, and began to write down her goals and plans. She knows that there is still a long way to go, but she is ready.
At the same time, Li Ming was also in the study, turned on the computer, and began to consult information about children's education. He decided to spend more time with the children from today onwards, learn more about their ideas and needs, and plan better for their future.
In the dead of night, Li Ming stood in front of the window of the study, looking at the night sky in the distance, and his heart was full of longing for the future. He knows that the responsibility of the family is not only about financial support, but also about the time and energy. He hopes that through his own efforts, he can create a better future for children.