Wang Xiu'e's death was shocking, and it was due to difficult childbirth. It is unbelievable that this woman, who had selflessly helped deliver babies, could not escape the ruthlessness of childbirth. When Lao Ding returned to the island with a heavy heart, the news he brought was like a thunderbolt from the blue.
Jiang Dehua could not accept this cruel fact. An Jie believes that Wang Xiu'e's negligence led to the tragedy, but as a partner, does Wang Xiu'e's difficult birth have nothing to do with Lao Ding?
Are there any other things to think about behind this?
The combination of Wang Xiu'e and Lao Ding is a loveless marriage under the traditional arrangement. Her rural cousin status, unpretentiousness and lack of love cognition are all destined for her wholehearted devotion to Lao Ding.
She dedicates silently, gives birth to three sons, takes care of housework, and even takes care of the elderly and children alone when Lao Ding goes out, which can be called selfless. However, Lao Ding's inner desire for a partner who matches the cultural atmosphere is not a whim, but a reflection of long-term regret.
Despite this, he could not give up Wang Xiu'e's virtuousness, so he could only accept her into the city and give her life. Sun Ma praised Lao Ding for valuing love and righteousness, not Chen Shimei and others. However, he fails to give her a full sense of security in the city, and her world revolves around family and children.
When An Jie was born, she confessed that she rarely set foot outside the hospital because she was a rural woman and lacked the experience and understanding of urban life. She treats people with the most simple love, such as treating her neighbors, and the joy of seeing An Jie eating bread can infect her.
In the bustling metropolis, she seemed lonely and helpless, so when she met Jiang Dehua, her heart swelled with closeness, as if she had found a long-lost family bond.
For a long time, the audience has been puzzled by a key question: Did Lao Ding ever really love An Jie? Knowing Lao Ding's arrogance and culture, An Jie understands that he may never have taken himself seriously.
However, if fate can come back, there is no doubt that Anjie will be his first choice. When Jiang Defu left the island and An Jie stayed behind, the most anxious person was Wang Xiu'e. Seeing the frequent interaction between the two, she feared that any progress would be like cooking oil, and she was eager to facilitate their separation.
Wang Xiu'e firmly believes that An Jie and Lao Ding are a match made in heaven, their tacit understanding and spiritual fit are unmatched, and even Lao Ding's tenderness to An Jie is also lacking in her.
The ingenious arrangement of the principal's wife allowed An Jie to go to the island smoothly, and the worries in Wang Xiu'e's heart were calmed. Although Lao Ding's feelings for An Jie are complicated, his loyalty to friendship is unquestionable, which is why Jiang Defu is relieved to leave An Jie to him.
Lao Ding's cultural heritage makes him open-minded and never does anything sorry for his friends, which only Jiang Defu understands, but Wang Xiu'e fails to understand. Similarly, An Jie's attitude towards Lao Ding is firm, and she will never deviate in her absence like Zhang Guilan, her position is clear and resolute.
Lao Ding's patience with Wang Xiu'e was almost exhausted, her straightforward personality couldn't hide her emotions, and she even blurted out doubts about the relationship between the two. Ideally, he expects a partner who understands him, but the reality is that getting along with Wang Xiu'e has become difficult.
Although he tried to be patient, Wang Xiu'e's personality made it difficult for him to accept, resulting in frequent conflicts between them, and Lao Ding even did not hesitate to get angry and lack consideration. When An Jie carefully prepared for the prenatal check-up and became pregnant with twins, Wang Xiu'e's pregnancy was completely different, she was unwilling to spend money on the examination, and Lao Ding was powerless to convince, so she could only compromise with her ideas.
Without patience and love, Lao Ding's role as a husband is not dutiful. Just like the illogic of Jiang Dehua and An Jie's quarrel, the relationship between Lao Ding and Wang Xiu'e fell into a deep communication dilemma.
After a long time, Lao Ding chose to avoid communication, and Wang Xiu'e may not have noticed this. Even if she understood, it could not change the fact that she could not become an intellectual.
How can Wang Xiu'e's death not touch Lao Ding's heartstrings?Although he has not divorced his wife, his cold attitude towards Wang Xiu'e is obvious. She takes care of his life like an old mother, but she can't touch his inner world.
After losing Wang Xiu'e, Lao Ding's life fell into chaos, and he had to work and raise children, which made him look embarrassed. At this moment, he may only realize the value of Wang Xiu'e, but his spiritual needs transcend material things, so his choice of Jiang Dehua reflects his cultural adherence.
Until Jiang Defu and An Jie's lives brought new revelations, Lao Ding was unwilling to follow in Wang Xiu'e's footsteps and chose a partner who was completely different from her. However, the forgotten Wang Xiu'e, as a tragic supporting role in the play, her sacrifice was not mentioned, and Lao Ding, who readmitted Jiang Dehua, did not make up for her regrets.
Wang Xiu'e's story is undoubtedly the deepest lament.