Ms. Zhang's story.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, my husband and I have gone through many springs and autumns. When we think back to our encounter, it seems like it was yesterday. At that time, the Internet was a bridge for us to get to know each other, and our busy lives did not stop the two hearts from getting closer. The similar study experience and the same troubles of being urged to marry make us cherish each other more.
During the days of dating, we got to know each other better and decided to spend the rest of our lives together. After the parents met, our marriage was decided. His wedding house has already been prepared, his in-laws have made a down payment, and the loan is borne by him alone. I never asked for a name, nor did I mention the bride price, because I believe that love is not measured by money.
However, life after marriage was not as good as I imagined. His sister entered the society before graduating from junior high school, and he always wanted us to implement the AA system. Family expenses and personal contacts must be borne by one person for half. I've been angry about it, but he's always so calm, as if it all took for granted.
Over time, our daughter was born, bringing endless joy to the family. But the AA system has not changed, and he has never paid a penny more for me or my daughter. Every time I see him buying expensive items for himself, my heart is filled with helplessness and anger.
He had a higher education and a better job than me, but he never really cared about me and my daughter. My mother-in-law has no pension, and my father-in-law's pension is very small, but she always wears name brands and gold jewelry. Whenever I asked questions, he always told me to stop being nosy. I knew that in his heart, my daughter and I were far less important than his family.
Some time ago, I suffered from kidney stones and the pain was unbearable. He accompanied me to the hospital, but only at my urging to get the money. At that moment, I understood that in his heart, I was just a passerby. When I was discharged from the hospital, I asked him if he would save me if I didn't know my bank card password. He said lightly: "If you say that the AA system is good, of course you will pay for your own medical treatment." "At that moment, I completely lost faith in this marriage.
However, just as I was about to get a divorce, he suddenly changed his attitude. He asked me how much money I had saved over the years and offered to take out my salary card for me to keep. He also said that his life in the future will no longer be AA system. I coldly rejected him, thinking that he was playing some trick again. But he burst into tears and told me that he had a tumor in his stomach that needed surgery. The doctor said it could be treated, but he was not confident.
Looking at his haggard face and helpless eyes, most of the resentment in my heart suddenly dissipated. After all, he is my daughter's father, and I can't ignore a patient. So, I took him to the hospital for further examination. The operation required a deposit of 300,000 yuan, and I reached out to him to ask for a salary card, but he squirmed and refused to give it to me. When I swiped my card, it showed that the balance was insufficient. It turned out that his salary over the years was handed over to his mother-in-law except for his own living expenses. I was shocked by his stupidity, but even more distressed by his helplessness. I knew the marriage was in shambles, but I also knew I couldn't give up on him. Because he is my daughter's dad and a part of my life. I will accompany him on this difficult journey no matter what.