Chapter 353: Talking with Sister-in-law

Lin Xiaoxia and Fang Lan'e each took a sip. Their alcohol tolerance was no match for San Luzi.

While eating, they talked a lot about their past experiences. The three of them had all experienced hardships, so they had more resonance.

Originally, Lin Xiaoxia planned to go back to her parents' house for dinner today, but something happened suddenly and she didn't go back. After dinner, she didn't drink too much, so Lin Xiaoxia took a taxi home.

I got home, took a shower, packed my things, and planned to go back to my parents' house to stay for a few days tomorrow. They have pajamas and other things there, so I just need to bring some for temporary use, which is convenient.

Before going to bed, Lin Xiaoxia received a call from Lu Jingshen. She didn't tell him about what happened today, for fear that Lu Jingshen would worry, so she said everything was fine and that she would go back to her parents' home tomorrow. If Lu Jingshen called, he should call that place. She also asked Lu Jingshen to be careful and so on.

Lu Jingshen listened to his wife's instructions and smiled, "I know. I'm an adult now and I can take care of myself. It's good for you to go back and live with your parents. Otherwise, you won't be able to eat well alone."

Lin Xiaoxia said, "Don't work so hard that you forget to eat and sleep. I'm not around. You should drink more hot water and eat on time. Don't starve yourself."

"Well, I'll remember. Did you miss me?"

"Yes, it's only the first day and I already miss you."

"Me too. My work has caused you to suffer."

"You are contributing to the country, and I am honored."

"My wife is sensible. Wife, I will go back and love you well and make it up to you."

"Where are you calling? Don't let anyone hear you."

"It's okay, no one else can hear it. We live in a nearby village brigade, so it's quite convenient here."

"That's not bad. At least the food and accommodation will be comfortable. Just work hard and don't be distracted all the time."

"I know. I'm very serious when I'm working. Now that I have some free time, I want to listen to my wife's voice."

"Your mouth is so sweet after eating honey."

"Aren't we always this sweet?"

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The two didn't say anything else, just stayed in silence for a while before hanging up the phone.

The next morning, Lin Xiaoxia received a call from Wang Lijuan, asking her to have lunch together.

Lin Xiaoxia agreed because she also had something to say to her, so she made an appointment at a restaurant near Wang Lijuan's workplace.

Because I'm going back to my mother's house today, I'm packing my belongings. They have all kinds of pajamas and other things there, so just bring what you're used to.

Near noon, I carried my bag and went to the place where Wang Lijuan had an appointment. After the appointment, I went straight back to her parents' home.

When she arrived at the restaurant, Wang Lijuan was already there. Her eyes were red and swollen. Seeing Lin Xiaoxia coming, she stood up and said, "Xiaoxia."

Lin Xiaoxia went over, said hello, and sat opposite Wang Lijuan.

Wang Lijuan asked the waiter to order two signature dishes, then poured tea for Lin Xiaoxia and said to her, "Xiaoxia, I'm not going to lie to you. I really don't want to get divorced. I know you have a lot of influence in the Lin family, so I can only beg you."

Lin Xiaoxia said, "Sister-in-law, there are both love and conflicts between you and my elder brother. These are not things that can be changed by what I say. I think you can feel my elder brother's love for you. Of course, we can also see how good you are to my elder brother. So, your problem is actually more about communication and distrust."

Wang Lijuan nodded: "I know, it's all because of my low self-esteem and my lack of trust. I know why Lin Xiao is so angry, because he has always trusted me, so my actions have disappointed him."

"Well, my eldest brother was disappointed, but he also felt guilty."

"He shouldn't blame himself. Don't blame him for not noticing. I hid it so well. I act like an actor every day. I even look in the mirror before going home to see if my smile is bright enough. I'll search my bag to see if I left any receipts. Sometimes I even think I'm sick. It's really my fault. Don't blame him."

Although Wang Lijuan said that, Lin Xiaoxia couldn't deny that Lin Xiao also had problems. She said, "The unhappiness of a marriage is definitely caused by both parties having more or less problems. Sister-in-law, my eldest brother left these few days because he wanted to reflect on himself, so I hope you can think about what to do in the future during this time."

Wang Lijuan looked at Lin Xiaoxia anxiously: "Xiaoxia, teach me, what should I do to make your brother willing to go back to the past with me? I am willing to do anything and listen to you. You also know that when Ai Zhu came to me, I did not go along with her. My heart is with you."

"Well, I know that my sister-in-law has her own bottom line, which is why I'm willing to help you. The biggest problem between you and my brother is actually the relationship between you and your mother's family. Even without Ai Zhu, this will explode sooner or later. If you don't handle it properly, it will always affect your life."

"I know my parents have always had a lot of demands on me. If I don't agree, they will go to Lin Xiao or your parents. I'm really afraid that they will make a fuss, so I went to secretly find a solution myself."

"Then can you solve it secretly for the rest of your life?"

"No, I've already started to refuse. I used to be vain myself, but now I really know I'm wrong. But they always use filial piety and family affection to pressure me."

"Family love should have a limit, and it's mutual. They know all about your situation, yet they still exploit you like this. Do you really think they're qualified parents? You should repay the kindness of raising you, but you shouldn't blindly obey."

"Don't worry if you laugh at me, I still don't know whether my parents love me or not. If you say they don't love me, they've never hit me since I was a child, and they're not partial to me in food, clothing, or other necessities. I treat all my sisters the same. But if you say they love me, I've become depressed because of all of them. None of them cares about my health, and they still ask me to do this and that for them. It's because I don't understand that I'm confused."

Lin Xiaoxia also understood how much influence a person's original family has on him. She had a friend in her previous life. Because her father had an affair when she was a child, the mistress tricked her into the river when her mother was not at home and pushed her into the river. She was lucky enough to survive and went home to tell her father, but her father did not believe her. She was young at that time and did not know to call the police. However, this incident made her distrustful of men. She never got too close to men and told her that she would never get married in this life.

Wang Lijuan's parents are very smart. They show love and care to their children so that they can ask for more. However, their selfishness is really shameful, and I must wake her up.

She looked at Wang Lijuan with some sympathy: "Sister-in-law, you must get out of this black hole and start your new life. If you wander in this quagmire for the rest of your life, then even if you reconcile with my eldest brother this time, there will still be problems in the future."

Wang Lijuan looked at Lin Xiaoxia sincerely and asked, "Then how should I get out of this?"

Lin Xiaoxia thought for a moment and said, "I suggest you go back to your parents' house and tell them you're divorced. Take a few days to process the situation. Maybe you'll have some new insights."