Li Ke listened quietly as Li Meng finished recounting these events. She didn't really remember these little things. Her clearest memory was of the period before and after her uncle's death, a time filled with depression, sadness, self-blame, and self-doubt.
She only remembered that she and Li Meng were very close when they were little, and that the two little girls had so much joy and laughter together back then.
Back in her hometown, the thing she looked forward to most was her older cousin coming back to play with her. Her older cousin was a boy, a bit older than her, and he liked to play with boys, so their relationship was just so-so.
However, the details have become very blurry in her memory; she only remembers that there was a lot of happiness in her childhood.
“I’ve never blamed you, and I also miss those days when we were kids,” Li Ke said honestly. Last time she criticized her aunt, she mentioned her child, and it was just a moment of anger.
At that time, my older cousins were in a critical period of their studies, and the adults wouldn't let them get involved in their arguments. As children, their words didn't carry much weight either.
"You hate my mother, don't you? Actually, I knew she went to see you that day. She hasn't enjoyed any happiness these past two years with me, her daughter; instead, she's suffered a lot, and her temperament has become much gentler than before."
I had to take care of my child that day, so I told her that I would talk to her nicely when I got there, and she agreed. I really didn't expect things to turn out like this.
"If I had known it would turn out like this, I should have stopped her. We shouldn't have bothered you anymore. I'm so sorry," Li Meng said apologetically.
“I wouldn’t call it hatred. If you hadn’t appeared before me, I probably wouldn’t even remember you existed. But to ask me to repay your aunt with kindness would be unfair to myself after all the suffering I’ve endured over the years. I just hope that your mother and I can be like strangers from now on, and not bother each other.” Li Ke’s attitude turned cold again after hearing Li Meng’s words.
“I know, I never thought of pleading for my mother. She’s just been this kind of person all her life, a bit selfish and a bit unreasonable, and she can’t change those traits.”
But as her daughter, she has given me enough love and help, so I am not qualified to apologize to you on behalf of my mother.
Because in her heart, she really didn't think she had done anything wrong, and she had selectively forgotten many of those bad memories, which didn't make sense.
I know what the older generation thinks; they have their own unique stubbornness, and all the bad things are forgotten and not acknowledged.
I know how advanced and clear-headed young people are these days, so I fully understand and support your ideas.
I will no longer let my mother disturb your life. In addition, I am very grateful for your care of my child.
"This time, if it weren't for you, my child might really be gone." Li Meng said with a bitter smile. She really envied Li Ke's life now, unlike her, who was trapped in a cage and couldn't break free.
Li Ke sat quietly without saying a word. She remembered watching her aunt wipe her cousin's face, comb her hair, and braid it when she was little. At that time, she watched from the side and was extremely envious.
For a long time, the image of her mother in her mind was that of her aunt.
Li Meng stood up, preparing to leave: "Keke, I hope your future will be better and better. Although the current situation is very difficult, my blessings are sincere. I came to find you because I really wanted to talk to you again. If I could go back to when I was a child, I would definitely protect you well and be a good older sister."
Li Meng's voice grew softer and softer as tears streamed down her face. She was overwhelmed with emotion and didn't want Li Ke to see her tears, so she immediately turned around and left.
Touched, Li Ke quickly stood up, grabbed her, and said, "Wait a minute, I'll be right back!"
Xia Qing and Meng Yu were still sitting in the distance chatting, waiting for Li Ke to return so they could leave together back to the law enforcement building.
Li Ke approached them and asked, "How many work points do you have? Lend them to me first, and I'll return them to you tomorrow."
Upon hearing this, Xia Qing and Meng Yu immediately began to rummage through their pockets. Both of them were wealthy, and in the blink of an eye, Li Ke had a receipt for 800 work points.
Li Ke thanked them, then turned and walked towards Li Meng. She added the largest denomination of her work point receipts (100 work points) to the list, and then stuffed all the receipts into Li Meng's hand.
"Take this and move to a better place. Don't tell anyone that I helped you, and don't come looking for me again. I'm not giving you this as charity, but because of our childhood friendship and the favors I received from your family."
Li Meng's face turned red, and she firmly refused, saying, "I came to see you not for this. I really miss you and miss our past. I just wanted to talk to you."
Li Ke forcefully made her accept the receipts: "I know, and I believe you, but you do need these work point receipts right now."
Take it. For your child's sake, and for our memories, I hope you can be happier.
After saying that, Li Ke turned around and beckoned Xia Qing and Meng Yu to leave without waiting for Li Meng to reply.
Li Meng stood there, clutching the receipt in her hand, tears streaming down her face.
When Li Ke was little, she was like a delicate porcelain doll, extremely beautiful. She would always follow behind her like a little shadow, constantly calling out "Sister, Sister."
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