In the past, no one in the family had mentioned this, firstly because they hadn't thought of sending their father to a major hospital for examination and treatment, and secondly because it was not easy for them, as his children, to bring it up.
Because it involves money, bringing it up rashly might lead people to misunderstand that they are coveting the family's wealth, and they might be looked down upon.
Everyone was surprised when Liu Shile brought it up out of the blue, except for Liu Shihua, who knew a little bit about it.
Well, he knew that his sister wanted to send their father to a big hospital for treatment, but he didn't know that his sister would bring this up. He thought that they would pay for it.
"Well, I knew you were eyeing the family's money, you brat!" Zhang Sumei's heart skipped a beat, but she quickly realized what was going on, glared at her, and said angrily.
It's true that the family has some money, but whether Old Liu's leg can be cured is still uncertain. If he goes to a big city, not to mention the distance, the travel expenses, accommodation fees, examination fees, etc. will be a considerable expense.
If the leg injury can be cured, then it's worth the money. But what if it can't be cured? Wouldn't all the money spent be wasted?
After a slight pause, he continued, "There's no income at home now, yet you're still thinking about that little bit of money. Don't you even consider what our situation is like now?"
Do you think your education is free? Do you think your future living expenses are free? Do you think your older sister's wedding is free? We're already living off our savings, and you're still wasting money!
Oh, so you're the only ones worried about your dad? And I'm not worried? What if we spend money but your dad's leg still can't be cured? How will our family survive then?
"I think you're trying to tear this family apart, aren't you? You're all in high school, how can you be so heartless? Do you really want to see this family suffer?"
Her words made Liu Weisong, who had been somewhat tempted, calm down. There was indeed a lot of money in the family, but his wife was right; money was needed for everything.
If his leg can be cured with money, then it's worth it. He can earn some money back in the future and at least support his family, right?
But if it can't be cured, it's just a waste of money. The family has several grown children, three of whom are in school and there's a young one to support. The wife's health isn't good either. How will they manage in the future?
Thinking this, Liu Weisong's heart sank. Should he just give up? But he was still unwilling. If he could recover, who would want to be disabled?
Liu Shixi frowned slightly. Her family business used to be quite good. Although they had several children to support, they were still able to save some money each month.
So, is there really no money at home to treat Dad's illness? She shook her head. No, there is, but it seems that neither Mom nor Dad is willing to take the risk.
She thought for a moment and said seriously, "Dad, Mom, if Dad's leg can be cured, let's try our best to cure it. As for money, our savings plus dividends should be enough to cover the medical expenses."
As for our future, our family receives some dividends from the cooperative every year. After I got married, I'll set aside half of my salary for the family. Although it's not much, it'll be enough to get by.
In those days, married women rarely gave much of their wages to their parents' family; otherwise, Zhang Sumei wouldn't have delayed her daughter's return for a year.
Actually, she wanted to delay for two more years, but Liu Shixi was, after all, her own flesh and blood, so in the end, she agreed to let her marry after demanding a considerable dowry.
Now that she has stepped forward to express her opinion, Zhang Sumei is both angry and annoyed. Does this brat really not know what she means?
No, she knew that, but she still stood up for herself. Sure enough, those brats are all ungrateful wretches!
What do you mean by half her salary, what do you mean by annual bonuses? Does she even know how much it will cost to treat her father's leg?
Well, actually, Zhang Sumei herself didn't know either, which is why she was afraid and unwilling.
"If Dad goes to get treatment for his leg, my second brother and I won't need our family to pay for our tuition and living expenses, or even our high school and college fees," Liu Shile said earnestly upon seeing this.
Zhang Sumei was already furious that her eldest daughter had undermined her, and now that the brat was saying she didn't need her to pay for living expenses and tuition, she was enraged.
He sneered, "Ha, you don't want tuition and living expenses? Do you even know how much money you can earn in three years if you don't go to school and find a job?"
"Life is so hard for our family these days, and you still insist on going to school, especially you, a girl. What's the point of studying so much? If you really wanted to, why don't you go to work and earn money for the family?"
She was quite clever not to mention Liu Shihua, after all, he had excellent grades and was a boy, and Old Liu wouldn't agree to not let him go to school.
But it's different for Liu Shile, a young girl. Her family is struggling financially these days, and she wants her father to get treatment for his leg.
"That won't do. Lele isn't in good health, and she's a girl. What can she do if she stays at home and doesn't study? It's better for her to study more so she can find a job later."
Liu Weisong shook his head immediately upon hearing this. In the past, he might have wavered, but now he wouldn't, because Lele's grades were becoming increasingly outstanding.
Besides, what can a young girl do if she doesn't go to school? Paste cardboard boxes or do laundry, and then let his wife find him a husband?
That's absolutely not going to do. As long as she can read, she must read. Seeing that his wife was unmoved, he added, "Besides, doesn't the Poetry Kingdom also encourage them to read more?"
He rarely mentions his eldest son, but now, for his daughter's sake, he brought it up anyway, even though it would break his heart.
Upon hearing this, a hint of resentment flashed in Zhang Sumei's eyes. It's always like this, always like this, it's always the same!
"Dad, Mom must have forgotten our previous agreement. Didn't we agree last year that as long as we earned our tuition fees and could continue our studies, we would continue our education?"
Liu Shile spoke casually. She really wanted to cure her father's leg. Although she had selfish motives, the result was ultimately good, wasn't it?
But my mom is reluctant to spend the money. She just doesn't understand whether money or people are more important.
So after she finished speaking, she ignored her pale-faced stepmother and said leisurely, "Mom, you haven't forgotten about this, have you?"
Seeing how indifferent this brat was to the film, Zhang Sumei was so angry that her heart ached. But before she could speak, Liu Shile spoke up again.
"How about this: if Mom and Dad agree to go to a big hospital to treat his leg, I'll go with Dad. That way, it won't interfere with things at home, okay?"
Anyway, she doesn't have to go to school now. As for consideration, she can go once for the midterm exam and once for the final exam.
Liu Weisong moved his lips, but ultimately didn't speak. He wanted to go and see; the doctor in the county said that his leg might be treatable at a major hospital, and he wouldn't be willing to give up without trying.
So he turned his attention to his wife. She controlled all the money in the house, but he was also aware of their family's financial situation.
Zhang Suhua's expression was not good, especially when she noticed a hint of longing in her husband's eyes, she knew he was tempted!
Although he didn't speak, the meaning in his eyes was clear: he wanted to give it a try!
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