The Fat Wife of the 1980s Awakens

She was surprised, but more puzzled by Zhou's mother's attitude of "looking down" on the Xu family. In her memory, her brother's marriage did not involve so many twists and turns.

"My parents are unemployed and she may have misunderstood that my eldest brother is shouldering the burden of the family alone, and she may be dissatisfied."

There was a hint of bitterness in Xu's mother's words.

Xu Xiufang pondered for a moment, and when asked, her mother told her the reason why Zhou's mother went to Beijing - it turned out to be to take care of her grandson Chengcheng and to accompany Zhou Lijuan to complete her university studies.

Behind this action, there seems to be deep concern and reluctance for his daughter's life.

Xu's mother recalled her interactions with Zhou's mother, and those moments of misunderstanding and hardship still made her feel heartbroken.

Despite this, she always treated her with courtesy and tried to understand and accept her sensitive mother-in-law in her own way.

She knew very well that as a mother, it was natural for her to love her children, and although Zhou's mother's actions crossed the line, the maternal love that came from the bottom of her heart was common.

Thinking of this, Xu's mother couldn't help but give some advice to Xu Xiufang, encouraging her daughter not to be too tolerant, and if she encountered unreasonable accusations again, she could stand up and maintain her dignity.

Her eyes revealed determination, and her maternal love for her child would not tolerate any compromise.

Xu Xiufang frowned slightly, feeling mixed emotions.

She had never expected that her matchmaking would inadvertently bring about such a difficult family conflict for her brother.

Reason told her that marriage is not just a matter between two people, but also a union of two families.

I hope that there will be a turn for the better in the future, allowing this hard-earned emotion to continue to grow in understanding and tolerance.

Xu Xiufang responded casually, with a bit of confidence and determination, but also a hint of helplessness. Xiaole outside the door seemed to sense the mood swings of his master, alert and loyal, ready to defend this moment of peace for his master at any time.

Xu Xiufang gently stroked Xiaole's head, her fingers running through its soft hair, conveying silent comfort and intimacy.

Xiao Le's originally flamboyant attitude turned into obedience under her delicate touch, as if all his wildness had calmed down at this moment.

"If she really dares to do something to you," Mother Xu stared at the scene, a hint of coldness on the corner of her mouth, her eyes flashing with determination that could not be violated, "Don't say that Xiaole won't agree, even your father and I will never sit idly by!"

After she finished speaking, a mother's sharpness flashed in her eyes, a hidden strength that was born only to protect her family.

"When it comes to her attacking you, you seem quite courageous," Xu Xiufang raised her eyebrows slightly, with a hint of sarcasm in her voice, "but every time she goes too far, you always choose to endure it silently. Why is that?"

There was a hint of confusion and reproach in her voice, and her bright eyes reflected her care and heartache for her mother.

Xu's mother glanced sideways, with a complex look in her eyes, a complex emotion intertwined with helplessness and pain, as if there were many words stuck in her throat, which finally turned into a sharp look directed at her daughter.

Seeing this, Xu Xiufang felt powerless. She moved closer to her mother, gently hugged her arms, and said in a soft but firm voice: "I know that you are doing everything for my brother. There are some things that we are willing to give in because of him. But there is a limit to giving in. When others bully us at our doorstep, how can we remain silent? You raised my brother, not to let him become the source of your grievances."

"Indeed, some people will only push their luck. Every time we give in, it becomes capital for their arrogance."

Xu Xiufang's words were full of insight. "If there is really no other way out, just talk to your elder brother and his wife and let them handle the matter."

"Okay," Xu's mother was straightforward by nature and could not stand any grievance. Now that her daughter was implicated, the bottom line in her heart was instantly touched.

My patience seemed to have reached its end - was I going to have to watch my own flesh and blood being pushed into despair?

Xu Xiufang felt relieved when she saw that her mother's attitude had softened.

Although her eldest brother and Zhou Lijuan have already started a family, she has no intention and no right to interfere in their household affairs, but she will never tolerate her mother suffering any injustice!

The next morning, as the dawn broke and there were still a few touches of light blue in the sky, Xu Xiufang woke up earlier than usual.

Xie Yi beside her was fast asleep. He had been too busy these days and had hardly slept a wink. Xu Xiufang didn't want to disturb his sleep, so she quietly slipped out of the bedroom.

In the kitchen, the parents had already started a busy day. The mother was busy at the stove, while the father was adding firewood to the fire. Seeing his daughter getting up early, he asked with concern: "It's so cold, why don't you sleep a little longer?"

Those words were full of love.

Xu Xiufang sat by the stove, enjoying the warmth from the fire, and whispered, "I can't fall asleep again after I wake up."

In fact, I have been away from home for too long, and my heart is full of thoughts about my parents. I want to spend as much time with them as possible.

Hearing this, Father Xu's face was filled with a kind smile, and he suggested: "Do you want to accompany Dad to buy soy milk?"

These simple words are like a key that travels through time and opens up dusty memories.

When I was a child, whenever my mother was too busy with work to prepare breakfast, my father would take her out to enjoy the unique warmth, while my brother would always stay at home alone to eat cold leftovers.

"Okay!"

Xu Xiufang readily agreed, a bright smile blooming on her face, as if she had returned to her carefree childhood.

"Just soy milk is fine, nothing else is necessary, I'm just about to make breakfast."

Xu's mother's voice came from the kitchen. Although it contained some complaints, the tenderness in her words was hard to conceal.

"understood!"

Mr. Xu answered and walked out of the house with his daughter.

Outside the door, the severe cold of winter invades every inch of land. The new snow at night dyes the world white. There are few pedestrians and their pace is hurried. Everything seems exceptionally quiet and clear.

When I returned, I saw an unexpected scene at home.

Zhou's mother actually got up early and was making dumplings with Xu's mother. The scene was harmonious and warm.

Seeing them coming back, Zhou's mother greeted them with a smile, and her tone was warmer than ever before: "Are you back? It's cold outside, isn't it? Come over and warm yourself by the fire."

Xu Xiufang and her mother exchanged surprised glances. Such a change was really unexpected.

As far as I can remember, Zhou's mother has never been so proactive in participating in housework, let alone speaking in such a gentle tone.

Xu Xiufang remained calm. Seeing that Xie Yi was there, she walked towards him with a smile and handed him a cup of soy milk: "Brother Yi, would you like a sip?"

There was a hint of mischief in her actions.

When Xu's mother saw this, she immediately understood her intention and glared at her daughter with helplessness and amusement.

Xie Yi took a sip obediently, then frowned, "Has this soy milk gone bad?"

His doubts made people around him laugh.