Li Xiaofen gently closed the door and quietly walked into the kitchen. It was late at night, and her husband Zhang Wei hadn't come home yet, which had become commonplace. She began to prepare dinner, and only she and her son Xiao Ming ate it.
Mom, is Dad coming back for dinner today?Ten-year-old Xiao Ming came running from the living room, his eyes full of anticipation.
Li Xiaofen smiled and touched his head, "Maybe I won't come back, I'm very busy working overtime." Let's eat first. ”
After dinner, Li Xiaofen sat on the sofa and flipped through an old magazine. Her eyes fell on a ** of Zhang Wei's forgotten wedding anniversary, and a trace of loneliness passed through her heart.
Suddenly, the doorbell rang, and Li Xiaofen got up to open the door. Zhang Wei stood outside the door, expressionless.
It's so late and you haven't slept yet?Zhang Wei asked coldly.
Waiting for you to come back. Haven't you eaten dinner yet?Li Xiaofen tried to stay calm.
After eating, there is entertainment. Zhang Wei casually took off his coat and walked into the bedroom.
Then I'll clean up the kitchen. Li Xiaofen responded softly, turned around and walked to the kitchen, a hint of disappointment flashing in her eyes.
In the kitchen, Li Xiaofen was busy, but she heard Xiao Ming's voice from the living room, "Dad, I got a perfect score in math today, look!."The child's voice was full of excitement.
Well, that's good. Zhang Wei's voice was indifferent, and he seemed to care more about the content on his phone.
Li Xiaofen washed the dishes silently, feeling a little sad. She once dreamed of a happy life for a family of three, but now she feels more and more like a shadow.
The next day, Li Xiaofen woke up early as usual to prepare breakfast. Zhang Wei hurriedly ate a few bites, then hurried out of the house, without even saying a word of goodbye.
Mom, why is Dad always so busy?Xiao Ming asked puzzled.
Li Xiaofen replied with a smile: "Dad's work is very important, we have to understand him." ”
But she knew in her heart that such days were becoming more and more unbearable. Every day, she asks herself, is there any meaning to such a marriage?
Li Xiaofen sent Xiao Ming to school, and then hurried to the company. In her busy work, she tries not to think about the unpleasantness of her family. However, she has never been able to escape the emptiness and doubts in her heart.
In the evening, Zhang Wei did not go home again. Li Xiaofen sat at the dining table, facing the empty chair, and the rift in her heart became bigger and bigger. She began to wonder if she could still find happiness in this marriage
That night, Li Xiaofen lay on the bed, tossing and turning, unable to sleep. Her heart was full of unknowns and uneasiness, she didn't know what the future would hold, but she knew that she couldn't go on like this.
That night, Zhang Wei returned late as usual. When he opened the car door, a sudden voice message broke the silence of the night. Li Xiaofen happened to come down from the upper floor, and this message came to her ears clearly.
Wei, can't we meet tonight?I miss you so much......The female voice is gentle and a little coquettish.
Li Xiaofen was stunned, her heart seemed to be hit by a hammer. Zhang Wei's face suddenly turned pale, and he hurriedly turned off the Bluetooth of his mobile phone.
This is ......You explain!Li Xiaofen's voice trembled, and her eyes were full of disbelief.
Zhang Wei hesitated, the expression on his face was intertwined with embarrassment and guilt, "It's not what you think, it's just ......."Just a friend at work. ”
Friends at work?Li Xiaofen's voice gradually increased, "Do you take me for a fool?"This kind of thing can be said!”
Zhang Wei didn't answer, just lowered his head. Li Xiaofen's heart seemed to be torn apart, and she tried to suppress the anger and sadness in her heart.
We have been married for so many years, and you ...... meJust a little sense of responsibility for this family?Li Xiaofen's words were full of reproach.
Zhang Wei finally raised his head, his voice with a hint of indifference, "I also have my life, and I need more than just a family." ”
At this moment, Li Xiaofen completely collapsed. Her tears slipped silently. She turned and ran back to her bedroom, slamming the door shut.
At this time, Xiao Ming ran out of his room, and when he saw this scene, he felt confused and frightened, "Mom, Dad, why are you quarreling?".”
Li Xiaofen tried to calm down, she didn't want Xiao Ming to see this scene. "It's okay, Xiao Ming, you go back to the room first, Mom and Dad are just a little conflicted. ”
Xiao Ming still looked puzzled, but he still obediently returned to the room.
That night, Li Xiaofen barely closed her eyes. She pondered over and over again in her bed how she would face the rift in her family. She thought of Xiao Ming and her dedication to the family over the years. Her heart was full of pain and struggle.
The next day, Zhang Wei went to work as if nothing had happened. After Li Xiaofen sent Xiao Ming to school, she sat at home alone, her heart full of confusion.
What should I do?She muttered to herself. This family, this marriage, can she still hold on?
At this moment, the ** bell rang, it was her good friend Xiaoli. "Xiaofen, I heard that you haven't been doing well lately, is something wrong?”
Li Xiaofen was silent for a while, and then finally decided to confide, "Xiaoli, I'm ......."Zhang Wei and I may be getting divorced. ”
* On the other end, Xiaoli was shocked, "How come?".Haven't you guys been good?”
I thought it was, too. Li Xiaofen's voice was filled with endless sadness, "But I found out about his infidelity, this home is no longer the home I once dreamed of." ”
Xiaoli comforted her, but Li Xiaofen's heart had already decided. She couldn't go on like this. She needs to find a better future for herself and for Xiao Ming.
Li Xiaofen, who has made up her mind, is facing the most difficult choice in her life. She sat in the lawyer's office, clutching the divorce agreement tightly in her hand.
Xiaofen, have you really decided?The lawyer asked earnestly.
Li Xiaofen took a deep breath, "Yes, I think I need a fresh start. ”
Leaving the lawyer's office, she dialed her mother's ** and wanted to tell her decision. On the other end, Mom's voice was full of worry and incomprehension.
Xiaofen, why did you decide to divorce?Can't you think about it anymore for the sake of your children?”
Li Xiaofen tried to keep her composure, "Mom, I've thought about it. I can't allow myself and Xiao Ming to continue to live in such an environment. ”
As soon as the words fell, Li Xiaofen's tears flowed involuntarily. In the face of her family's incomprehension and social prejudice, she felt unprecedented pressure. But she knew she had to be strong for the sake of her own future and that of her son.
In the days that followed, Li Xiaofen struggled to adapt to life as a single mother. She works harder, while also trying her best to take care of Xiao Ming's emotional needs.
After work one day, she took Xiao Ming for a walk in the park. Xiao Ming held her hand tightly, "Mom, I will always be with you in the future." ”
Li Xiaofen looked at him with emotion, "Thank you, Xiao Ming." Mom will always grow up with you. ”
During this difficult journey, Li Xiaofen gradually felt the strength and support from her son. She began to re-examine her life in search of her long-lost self-worth.
A few months later, an unexpected opportunity presented itself. HR from a well-known company called her and invited her to interview for a senior position.
On the day of the interview, Li Xiaofen was full of confidence. She is well aware of her worth and abilities. After a fierce competition, she managed to get the job.
The new job has given Li Xiaofen a new perspective and challenges. Her abilities have been fully utilized, and at the same time, she has regained a sense of self-confidence and self-fulfillment in her work.
Every time she wears professional attire, stands in front of the office window, and looks at the busy city, she feels a sense of accomplishment that she has never felt before.
When she got home in the evening, she and Xiao Ming cooked together, chatted, and shared each other's daily routines. Their relationship became closer and deeper.
Mom, I think you're smiling more now. Xiao Ming said this one day.
Li Xiaofen smiled and hugged him, "Yes, because my mother is very happy now." ”