Yu Yin and Lu Shurui had a great time playing with the children for a few days. Then A Xiang came over and said that the bedding and clothes were ready and could be sent to the orphanage.
Yu Yin and the others went to the orphanage together again. The clothes had been delivered, and to be honest, the retro style looked quite nice.
Yu Yin touched the finished bedding; it was quite nice, very soft, and had a sunny scent.
Yu Yin bought a lot of fabric this time and made separate sheets and duvet covers for the bedding, so that it would be easy to wash them if they got dirty. Dean Zhang felt very touched; this Comrade Yu genuinely wanted to do something for the children.
Over the years, many people have donated things to the orphanage, but very few have been truly thorough. Most donations are just token gestures, with a mess of things and little that is actually usable.
Comrade Yu not only brought bedding, clothes, shoes, books... all things the children could use, but also thoughtfully prepared gifts for the staff, which made the employees, who weren't very well-off, a little happier.
"Dean Zhang, we've been here for a while and are about to head back. The supplies we brought this time are a bit basic. Our factory has just started operating, and our capacity is currently limited, so there's not much we can do."
If any of these children get into high school, we can provide them with some financial assistance; if they get into university, we will also provide some financial assistance, so that the children have a chance to change their destiny.
Yu Yin and Zhong Liang discussed it and agreed that they could provide financial assistance, but not in a way that would be too much, especially after the students went to university and became adults. They could earn some money through part-time jobs. They were doing charity work, not supporting dependents.
"Thank you so much, I thank you on behalf of the children. This is a rare opportunity, a chance for the children to change their destiny." Dean Zhang was very excited. She knew this was not an easy task, and once it started, it would not be a small expense. There would be a steady stream of children, and even if not all of them could get into university, there would always be a few every year.
After saying what she needed to say, Yu Yin prepared to say goodbye. These matters would have to be temporarily left to A Xiang, as they did not have the manpower to handle this part.
As they left the orphanage, the older children came to express their gratitude. They still harbored a sliver of hope that they might find their families. Before leaving, each of them wrote a letter, thinking they could pass it on if they ever found their fathers or mothers.
Yu Yin solemnly accepted the letter. No matter the outcome, she would write back to the children.
I had another meal with Ah Xiang and the others, and this trip to Yunnan Province came to a successful end.
They also bought sleeper tickets for the return trip. There were quite a few people on the train. Yu Yin reminded the children not to go to other carriages by themselves, just in case.
Honestly, Yu Yin is always afraid of something unexpected happening whenever she takes her child out.
An'an and the others knew their mother was worried, so they wouldn't act alone, even the lively Kuai Kuai.
"Mom, will we find the parents of those other children?" Kuai Kuai has the most contact with the children in the orphanage. He seems carefree, but he is actually the most soft-hearted among the dozen or so children and has a strong sense of empathy.
"Mom doesn't know either, but she'll try her best to find out."
An'an suddenly said, "So what if we found them? If we were really worried about them, we wouldn't have lost contact for so many years."
"Maybe they don't even know their children have become orphans?" Pingping knew she was just making an excuse, trying to portray humanity in a more positive light, considering how long those children had waited.
"These are all excuses. If you don't love someone anymore, you just don't love them anymore." An'an is very rational when it comes to things.
"Mom, if we find the person and the outcome is bad, will you tell them the truth?" This was a question that was being asked slowly, and others also wanted to know.
“I will tell them that although they have been hoping for something, there is still a glimmer of hope. But reality is reality. Rather than holding onto unrealizable expectations, it is better to face the facts and find another path for their lives.” Yu Yin knows how terrible it is to deceive oneself in the end. The disappointment after expectation can easily destroy a person.
“I think we should tell them the truth. Since they thought of finding someone, they are already quite mature. Rather than deceiving them with a white lie, it’s better to let them see reality. Their lives have already been difficult enough; there’s no need for them to live in an illusion.”
Zhong Liang strongly supported Yu Yin's opinion. He felt that since life had already lost a good starting point, there was no need to fantasize about relying on others; one still had to walk one's own path.
"That's the truth. People have to accept reality. Many people don't have the right to dream. That's reality." He Haifeng's words are harsh, but that's the truth.
Lu Shurui looked at the children. They had seen many people and things they had never encountered before, which was very beneficial for them at this age.
“My mother and uncles are right. Children in orphanages start at a lower level than many other children, and they don’t have many options. Instead of living in a fantasy, they should face reality. Just like my mother told them, if they feel resentful, they should study hard and become capable so that they can ask the questions in person and resolve their resentment.”
They live in an orphanage, where there's competition; many opportunities will slip away if they don't work hard. Their mother has already provided some help, and if they seize the opportunities, they too can pave a bright future.
Lu Shurui's words made the children think deeply; they knew too little about this society.
Zhong Liang and the others pondered Lu Shurui's words. Yes, an orphanage is a small society, and competition exists there. If the children are trapped in pointless waiting, they could easily miss their few opportunities.
For now, studying hard, even if you don't get into university, will make your path easier with some cultural knowledge.
The train clattered along, and with that rhythm, they were all lost in thought.
Yu Yin didn't say anything more. Many things can't be understood all at once. It took her two lifetimes to figure some things out.
Sometimes, understanding something doesn't mean you can let it go or let it go.
A person's obsession can be terrifying sometimes. It may seem insignificant, but it can ruin a person's life!
Yu Yin has always insisted on letting her children do what they love and try to learn to make choices. She strives to provide her children with a good material foundation and intangible resources, hoping that they will have more choices in life.
This trip to Yunnan Province was of great significance, not only for the children but also for the adults.
When the train reached its final stop, the children's mood lightened. Appropriate reflection can foster children's thinking abilities, but too much of a good thing can be bad; they don't need to carry so much burden yet.
An'an and her friends are lucky; they started from a higher point than most people. I hope they will learn to cherish this opportunity, be grateful, and become people who contribute to society.
This is a mother's heartfelt wish!
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