"It was your father's idea to let you finish university. He said you're a smart and filial child and shouldn't stay at home all the time. So I always felt that your father was biased. I thought, what's the point of a girl studying so much? Besides, it's not even a prestigious university. But now Mom understands. Mom knows that you didn't go out because you're filial. I'm the one who made you a village girl. Actually, girls can live with dignity too. So if you have the chance, you should go out with your sister and explore the world. The world there is much wider..." Her mother's words echoed in her ears, and without realizing it, Su Li's eyes welled up with tears.
Mom, thank you for raising me. Our neighbor is a good person; I will repay their kindness in the future.
Mom, I understand what you're thinking. You'll always be my mother. Stay home and wait for me. After I've gained more experience, perhaps I'll have the ability to change your fate and help you recover...
The moonlight was bright outside the window. After tossing and turning for a while, Su Li sighed and slowly closed her eyes...
The next morning, Su Li was preparing breakfast in the kitchen when she discovered that there were only a few eggs left...
Su Mei, wearing a cotton pajamas with pockets, came out of the bedroom, got up and washed, and then sat down at the dining table.
She looked tired and her face was pale.
"Sis, do you often stay up late? Look, your eyes are all red." Su Li held up a plate and placed the fried eggs in front of Su Mei.
As usual, Su Mei only wanted half an egg, explaining that she wanted to maintain her slim figure.
Of course, Su Li wanted to eat two and a half, and she also had an extra glass of milk that had been prepared beforehand.
"Mind your own business, don't interfere in my affairs." With an expression that kept everyone at arm's length, Su Mei's behavior now seemed somewhat strange.
"Sister, I was thinking of going out to buy some groceries today, and I wanted to ask what I need to do? I've been here for so long and haven't been given any instructions yet." Su Li sat down and started eating her eggs.
"Don't bother buying groceries, I'll have them delivered. As for your matter, the boss will let you know when the time comes, so don't worry about it." Su Mei tossed the knife and fork in her hand, her eyes not looking at Su Li.
“But I can’t stay here forever.” Su Li looked around. She hadn’t stepped out of the room for the past few days and felt very stifled. She really wanted to go out for a walk. “If there’s nothing else for the time being, I might go back and see my mom first.”
“Why go back? The boss said that as long as you do your job well, Mom can come over anytime. Besides, didn’t you already ask the neighbors to take care of Mom? They will take good care of her.” Su Mei forked a small piece of egg, put it in her mouth, and swallowed it without chewing.
"Sister, what do you mean by this? I feel like I'm being confined." Su Li was a little indignant. She threw the last bite of egg from her plate into her mouth, chewed it heartily, pushed the plate aside, and stood up.
"Xiaoli, since you're here, just stay put. Don't be in such a hurry." Seeing that Su Li was angry, Su Mei frowned, and softened her tone slightly as she ate the last piece of egg.
At that moment, Su Mei seemed to be feeling very unwell. Suddenly, she leaned forward and, in obvious discomfort, opened her mouth and gagged, almost vomiting up the food in her mouth...
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