Title The year I was taken in by my cousin, what happened in the rental house shook me to this day
My cousin Lin Xiaomei and I haven't seen each other for ten years.
My cousin is five years older than me and is my favorite older sister.
That year, I had just graduated from high school, my parents were dead, and I was unemployed, and my life was in trouble.
At this time, my cousin contacted me, encouraged me to cheer up, and offered to take me in for a while and let me stay in her rental house in Shanghai until I found a job.
I replied to my cousin very excitedly, and said incoherently words of thanks: "Cousin, I really don't know who else to turn to, it's really my blessing that you are willing to take me in."
During this time, I felt lost and distressed, and it was all thanks to your proposal that I saw ...... hopeThe cousin said softly on the other end of the **: "Silly boy, be strong."
Although the rental house is not big, you will start a new life first. ”
I immediately said yes to her and began to pack my bags and prepare for Shanghai.
Although my cousin's rental house is small, it is already satisfying for me.
At this moment, I just want to leave this city that carries too many painful memories and start a new life in a new environment.
Three days later, I arrived at my cousin's house with a full bag.
This is a rental house of about 20 square meters on the top floor of an old apartment in downtown Shanghai, with some yellowed walls and old furniture, but it is very clean and tidy.
My cousin opened the door to greet me, and I immediately gave her a big hug: "Cousin, I'm so happy to see you!" My cousin smiled and patted me on the back: "Silly girl, you have grown so tall all these years!" "I moved my luggage into the house and my cousin warmed me milk and bread.
Cousin, thank you for your willingness to take me in.
I'll work hard and won't bother you for long. ”
It's small, but it's big enough for you and me for the time being.
You can live in peace, don't think too much, and take a good rest and recuperation. ”
The cousin was as pleasant as ever.
On the first day, I slept most of the day.
This kind of relaxation is really a luxury for a long time.
The next morning, I was woken up by the sound of my cousin shouting to get up for breakfast.
I slept on the only single bed in the room, while my cousin was supposed to sleep on a fold-out bed in the living room.
It must be that my cousin can't sleep well, and I'm going to find a job and move out as soon as possible. ”
After breakfast, my cousin was ready to go to work, explained some of the situation in the house, and went out.
I decided to take a look around the neighborhood first to get acquainted with the environment.
When I got back to the house, I started packing my bags.
My cousin set aside a few drawers for my laundry, and I folded them one by one and hung them on the balcony.
In the past, the owner of the room was supposed to be a girl, and there were several posters of idol stars on the wall.
I sat on the edge of my bed in a daze, everything here was new to me and it took me some time to get used to.
Although my previous life was difficult, at least I still had my parents by my side.
Now that I have taken this step, I have to face everything independently.
In the evening, my cousin came back from work, and she brought back some steamed buns and seasonal vegetables.
Let's cook at home tonight and have more chat. ”
The cousin proposed.
I nodded busily and began to help my cousin wash and cook.
While stir-frying, we chatted about each other's lives over the years.
Although my cousin is five years older than me, she understands my thoughts very well and always gives me valuable advice.
I felt a sense of gratitude.
Three days passed, and I began to adjust to life here.
I was woken up every morning by the sound of the vegetable vendors shouting and selling, and occasionally I could hear the laughter of the neighbors at night.
During the day, I would go around the neighborhood and get acquainted with the neighborhood.
When my cousin came back from work, we cooked together and shared each other's bits and pieces.
I feel that my spirit is getting better every day, and my life is gradually getting hopeful.
On the weekend, my cousin offered to go to Jing'an Temple together.
I was so happy that I immediately agreed.
We spent the morning visiting Jing'an Temple, and in the evening we went to Tianzifang for a meal of soy milk fritters.
It's been a long time since I've been so happy.
Cousin, thank you for taking care of me these days, I will remember this kindness. ”
When I got home, I said to my cousin from the bottom of my heart.
Silly girl, we are family, and this is how it should be.
Don't worry, take your time, and believe that good days are ahead. ”
My cousin smiled and patted me on the shoulder.
With my cousin, I suddenly realized that the feeling of home was so warm.
In this way, under the care of my cousin, I slowly settled down in the rental house.
During the day I would go out grocery shopping, cook, occasionally wander around the neighborhood and then come back in the evening to cook and have dinner with my cousin.
My cousin is very busy at work, and I try to lighten her load.
Sometimes when she comes back late from overtime, I will prepare a hot meal in advance, and when I see her tired, I will take the initiative to massage her to make her relax.
My cousin laughed and said that I took care of her like a sister than she did.
I also started to pay attention to job postings and was ready to look for a job.
My cousin encouraged me and gave me a lot of advice on employment.
I rekindled hope and felt like my life was getting back on track.
And so it passed another half a month.
One night, my cousin came back very late.
I had already prepared dinner and was waiting for her, and when she pushed the door in, I noticed that she had an ugly face, and went to take a shower after eating without saying a word.
Cousin, are you in trouble with the company? Tell me about it, I can't help but I can hear from you. ”
I said to my cousin with concern.
My cousin waved her hand, and there was still an ugly expression on her face: "It's okay, it's just that the work pressure is a little bigger, I'll go take a shower and go to sleep, and you can rest early." ”
I was a little worried, but I didn't want to ask any more questions, so I could only watch my cousin enter the bathroom.
After a while, my cousin came out of the shower, and her expression seemed to be a little softened, but her eyes were still very complicated.
I was about to ask her if she needed help, but she suddenly pinned me down on the bed. I looked at my cousin in horror and struggled to escape, but she was too strong for me to break free.
It wasn't my familiar gentle cousin, it was more like a stranger, and my mind went blank and I could only instinctively want to resist.
My cousin, however, turned a deaf ear and her hands began to tear at my clothes, and my struggles and pleading could not stop her.
I closed my eyes in despair, it was all like a terrible nightmare, I couldn't believe it was really happening. Just when I thought everything was going to be irreparable, my cousin suddenly let go of me and gasped heavily.
I looked at her in horror, my heart beating like thunder, tears blurring my vision.
I apologized to my cousin: "I'm sorry. I'm sorry. She sat down on the ground, her head in her hands, "It's just a test, I'm really sorry." ”
I froze in place, my mind blank, unable to comprehend what was happening.
My cousin took a deep breath and looked at me with red eyes: "Are you okay?" I'm really sorry just now, I need to test your courage and wisdom in the face of adversity, but I chose the wrong way. ”
I looked at my cousin blankly, feeling too complicated to express.
My cousin got up, put on her coat, and motioned for me to follow her out onto the balcony.
The night breeze was slightly cool, blowing away Fang Cai's shock and anger.
My cousin confided in me in a confessional way, and it turned out that she had been worried about my weakness and hoped to strengthen my will through an "adversity test", but the implementation process got out of control.
My cousin really just wanted to develop my courage, and although the method was extreme, the starting point was worth understanding.
Cousin, I understand your intentions and appreciate your continued concern for me. ”
I took a deep breath, "It's just that this test is too big for me, and I need time to accept and **."
My cousin burst into tears: "It's all my fault, don't say that, blame me if you want to blame!" "Cousin, don't blame yourself. ”
I whispered, "If a person is not a sage, who can do no wrong?" Let this matter pass. ”
My cousin nodded and apologized to me again.
We hugged each other and watched wordlessly at the clear glow of the moon in the night sky.
I know that my cousin's love for me has never changed, but the way it needs to be improved.
I also want to grow stronger, to be able to defuse the storm when I encounter haze, and become my own light.
Since that day, my cousin has never mentioned the erroneous test again.
She learned to motivate me in gentler ways, and I regained hope and confidence in the future.
We will step into a new day together.
All the pain will eventually pass, and what remains is abundance and peace.
Time passed day by day, and the relationship between my cousin and I gradually returned to the way it used to be.
One weekend, my cousin made some dumplings and pulled me to sit on the balcony and eat them.
Hey, the dumplings are delicious, right? My cousin said with a smile.
Well! I nodded, "My cousin's cooking is delicious." ”
Let's eat like this every day from now on. ”
I was stunned for a moment, a little puzzled: "But I can't live with you all the time, I have to move out and live on my own." ”
The cousin touched the head of the **: "Silly girl, I mean that we will live together in the future and be a family."
I always felt like you were a kid who needed to be taken care of. ”
I looked at my cousin, and my eyes suddenly moistened.
I know that my cousin has always treated me as her own and wants to protect me in any way she can.
Cousin, thank you for your continued love for me. ”
I want to find my way. ”
The cousin was silent, and then sighed heavily: "The silly girl has grown up."
But if you need anything, just come to me. ”
I nodded gratefully.
We sat on the balcony and talked about the past, and my cousin told me interesting stories about her childhood, and the two of us started laughing.
In this way, I lived at my cousin's house for more than half a year, and during this time, she took care of me and gave me back hope in life.
Finally, one day, I got the job I dreamed of.
I was excited to share the good news with my cousin, who was also genuinely happy for me.
Cousin, thank you for everything you've done for me in the past six months.
I'm going to work hard, it's a new start in my life. ”
I hugged my cousin and said.
My cousin had tears in her eyes, but on her face was the warm smile I was most familiar with: "Go, my good sister, go and go for it."
I will always support you on your life path. ”
On my first day on the job, I put on my most formal clothes, took a deep breath, and stepped into an office full of strangers.
Everything starts a new life, no longer a cousin's shelter.
I had to face everything on my own, including the pressures and challenges at work.
At first, I was clumsy in every way, unfamiliar with the company's operating procedures, and unaccustomed to social interactions among colleagues.
Eating alone in the cafeteria silently at noon, I would think of the days at my cousin's house, where we always had endless topics to talk about.
After work, I went back to the small room I rented alone.
It was empty, and without my cousin, I felt at a loss.
In this way, I ran in with the company for a period of time, gradually became familiar with the work, and also met a few friends, and my life began to get on the right track.
My cousin would always be concerned about my situation.
She told me that she had moved to another city for work and that we could only keep in touch on the phone.
When I heard the news, I couldn't help but feel a little sad, the rental house where I spent those days is now only memories.
I started thinking about my life plan.
I want to grasp the present and work hard for my future.
As the days passed, I gradually gained a firm foothold in the company, and my leaders and colleagues recognized my work ability.
Whenever I encounter difficulties and bottlenecks, I think of my cousin's encouragement, and I can rekindle my fighting spirit.
Sometimes I work late and I send a message to my cousin to say that she is safe.
My cousin would also tell me to take care of myself.
Every time I communicate, I feel like my cousin is by my side.
I will meet more people and things, experience more setbacks and growth.
My cousin gave me a chance to be born again, and I will hold on to it and live a meaningful life.
People come and go, and encounters are for separation.
I am grateful to my cousin for showing up at my most difficult time and for the love and encouragement she gave me.
I will keep all this in mind and continue to move forward.