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My name is Uncle Sun and I am 62 years old this year. I have a son, Xiao Ming, who has been married for 10 years, and his wife's name is Xiaohong. My wife passed away and now lives with my daughter-in-law, Xiaohong.
"Dad, have you paid my mortgage this month?" Xiao Ming knocked on my door early in the morning.
I looked at the ledger in my hand and nodded: "I have passed, I will help you pay the mortgage on time every month, and you can work and earn money to support your family with peace of mind." ”
"Thank you so much, Dad!" Xiao Ming said with a smile.
My heart is sour, in the past 10 years, I have been helping Xiao Ming repay the mortgage, giving him 20,000 yuan a month. I only have such a son, so for him, I racked my brains to work to make money and insisted on helping him pay the mortgage. My health is not very good, but for the sake of my son, I still insist on doing odd jobs outside.
"Dad, you're fine, right? Don't work too hard, Xiaohong and I just need enough money. You can live at home with peace of mind. Xiao Ming looked at me with concern.
"I'm fine, don't worry. "I beat him up and comforted him.
Xiao Ming and Xiao Hong are also very filial to me, and will give me 2,000 yuan a month for living expenses. I rely on them for food and drink. I know they don't have a good time, and they often work overtime and stay up late. So I try to lighten the burden on them.
A few days ago, I was really not feeling well and went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said that my body was too overdrawn and needed more rest. I thought about it and decided it was time to retire and recuperate. So I made up my mind not to help my son pay the mortgage again.
Early this morning, I called Xiao Ming to the bedroom to tell him about the decision. I know it's a big blow to him, but there's no way around it.
"Xiao Ming, I have something to tell you. I took a deep breath and looked serious.
"Dad, what's the matter with you? Don't be so formal when talking to your son. Xiao Ming quipped.
"Ahem, I'm serious!" I frowned, "I thought about it and decided that I won't help you pay your mortgage anymore from next month." Xiao Ming's face changed instantly. He stood up and raised his voice a few points: "Dad, are you kidding, aren't you? Haven't you helped me pay my mortgage for the past 10 years, why didn't you pay it all of a sudden?"
I also raised my voice and said, "I'm 62 years old, my body is not good, and the doctor said I need to recuperate." I can't work so hard anymore, you should be able to repay the loan yourself!"
"Holy!" Xiao Ming slammed his fist on the table, "If you don't pay the mortgage, won't my house be repossessed by the bank?"
It's rare for me to see Xiao Ming so excited. I also felt very uncomfortable, but I still said resolutely: "Take 10,000 steps back and say, you and Xiaohong can rent a house!
At this time, Xiaohong hurriedly ran over, grabbed Xiao Ming and said, "You two don't quarrel! ”
Xiaohong turned to me and said, "Uncle, don't worry about this anymore if you are weak. Xiao Ming and I will find a way to pay it back ourselves. ”
I looked at the red eyes and felt very uncomfortable. I know it's hit them hard, and I'm actually in pain.
Xiao Ming angrily shook off Xiao Hong's hand, rushed out without looking back, and slammed the door. Little Red and I looked at each other, speechless.
After the news got out, the neighbors were talking behind their backs. Some people say that I am too unrighteous, and some people say that Xiao Ming is not responsible. These words made me feel sad in my heart, but for the sake of my body, I had to do it.
I called Xiao Ming a few times to explain clearly, but he didn't answer. I know he's annoyed right now and needs time to calm down. Xiaohong also had red eyes, tossing and turning and couldn't sleep.
After a few days, Xiao Ming finally returned home. As soon as I entered the door, I hurried over to pull him, and I saw that his face was very bad, and his eyes were bloodshot.
"Okay Dad, don't talk about it. Xiao Ming wiped his face and calmed down, "I figured it out." I bought this house myself, and I should pay it back myself. I can't rely on you all the time. ”
Xiaohong and I both breathed a sigh of relief and quickly nodded yes. After a few days of low points, Xiao Ming seems to be reinvigorated, and I also re-examine the boundaries of responsibility in the father-son relationship.
We're getting back to the good old days. I learned the rules of life after retirement; Xiao Ming worked harder and was more determined to pay off the mortgage; Xiaohong also began to open a commissary at home and became more independent. This incident has made our family closer and closer, and I have finally learned to trust and respect Xiao Ming. After the Chinese New Year, Xiao Ming found a new job, although it was hard, but the salary was higher than before. I see he's been in good spirits lately.
One day at dinner, he suddenly said, "Dad, I thought about it, I still have to pay the mortgage by myself." You've helped me pay for it for so many years, and I will definitely work hard to make money to pay it off. ”
When I listened, my heart surged. I nodded and said, "Son, you've grown up." I'm sure you will!"
"I've been delaying you for a few months, and I'll pay you back!" Xiao Ming stood up to get the money.
I held his hand, shook my head, and said, "The most important thing is that you pay off the mortgage first." We'll talk about the money later. ”
Xiao Ming kowtowed to me respectfully, and my eyes were hot. Xiaohong also burst into tears.
In this way, Xiao Ming began the long journey of repaying the mortgage. I work during the day and drive a taxi to pick up passengers at night to earn extra money. Xiaohong and I try to share the housework as much as possible so that he can concentrate on his work.
At first, we all advised him not to work so hard, but he insisted on paying off the mortgage within five years. I saw that he was so resolute, so I stopped persuading him, but always paid attention to whether he was overtired.
In terms of living expenses, Xiao Ming and Xiao Hong will still give me 2,000 yuan a month. I know it's a lot of pressure on them, so I often ask Xiaohong to take a little less. But Xiaohong is also very stubborn: "Uncle, this is as it should be, don't shirk it." I had no choice but to accept it with tears in my eyes, secretly glad that my son had married such a good daughter-in-law.
The days passed, and two years passed in the blink of an eye. Xiao Ming's hair seemed to turn a little grayer, but his resolute eyes told me that he would succeed.
Just yesterday, Xiao Ming mysteriously called me over, took out a red envelope and handed it to me: "Dad, this is a little bit of heart that I have saved in the past two years, you can accept it." ”
When I opened it, it was more than 100,000 yuan in cash. I was stunned, and hurriedly waved my hand and said, "Son, every penny you earn is not easy, you can keep this money to pay off the mortgage!"
"Dad, I'm going to pay off the mortgage early. Xiao Ming smiled slightly, "I've calculated, I can completely pay off the mortgage after another year of hard work." You can accept this money, and when my mortgage is paid off, I will thank you for your cultivation of me in the past ten years!"
I listened and was speechless with excitement. Tears welled up in his eyes. My beloved son, you are so proud of me! I hugged Xiao Ming excitedly, and he hugged me tightly. At this moment, my mind flashed the bits and pieces of him from birth to growth, and I didn't expect that my good son was already good enough to be on his own.
"Thank you, son!" I burst into tears.
"Dad, I just want to thank you. Xiao Ming also shed male tears.
We father and son, hugged our heads and cried. Xiaohong's eyes were red when she looked at it from the side.
"Okay, okay, why are the men still crying!" Little Red came up to pull us away.
Xiao Ming and I looked at each other and smiled, wiping away our tears.
"Xiaohong, our family will be yours in the future. You have children, take care of your home!" I said with a smile.
"Uncle, you are the backbone of our family, you want to live to be 100 years old!" Xiaohong said busily.
My heart was surging, my son was about to pay off the mortgage, and I instantly felt a lot more relaxed. My wish for the past ten years is about to come true, and I can retire as a retirement.
One day a month later, Xiao Ming ran home excitedly and announced loudly, "Dad!
Little Red and I cheered and opened champagne to celebrate. Xiao Ming said that this is the reward for the nurturing relationship between me and Xiaohong over the years. I am full of emotion, my son has grown up, and I can rest easy.
Since then, Xiao Ming and Xiao Hong have lived a small life. I am also officially retired at home and live a down-to-earth and nourishing old age.
We are a family of three, and our relationship is closer than ever. I often teach Xiao Ming to be honest and trustworthy, and Xiao Hong has grown from a wayward girl to a good wife and mother.
During the Chinese New Year, the family reunited lively. I held Xiao Ming's daughter high in the air, and her innocent smile reminded me of Xiao Ming's newborn appearance.
"Daughter, listen to your grandfather, and when you grow up, you must be filial to your parents and become a responsible person like your father. I said softly to the chick.
"Yes, grandpa!" The little girl grinned and agreed.
My heart is filled with happiness and a sense of accomplishment. In my life, I didn't live in vain! That night, the family sat around the table for Chinese New Year's Eve dinner. Xiao Ming raised his glass and said: "Dad, I really thank you for your kindness to me in the past ten years. Without you, we wouldn't be where we are today. ”
I also stood up excitedly and clinked glasses with my son: "Son, you are the proudest person in my heart. Seeing you start a family, I, as a father, have no regrets. ”
"Dad, I want to surprise you. Xiao Ming smiled mysteriously and took out an envelope from under the table.
Confused, I opened the envelope, and inside was a plane ticket, and the destination turned out to be Bali!
"This is a honeymoon ticket for you and Red. After all these years of hard work, it's time for you to take a good rest. Just let me take care of the house for a few days!" Xiao Ming said happily.
I was so excited that I couldn't speak, and I laughed loudly: "Good son, you really will reward the old father!"
Xiaohong was also pleasantly surprised, she hugged our father and son tightly. I didn't expect my son to grow up to be old enough to repay me and allow me to enjoy my retirement.
In this way, in the new year, Xiaohong and I came to Bali. We walked by the turquoise sea, begged for good luck in temples, and kept taking selfies along the way. The days of vacation are free, and Xiaohong also regains the romance of his youth.
A month later, we reluctantly left Bali and returned home. Before leaving, Xiao Ming told me to have fun, and I joked that even if he lost the house bet, I would have a son to support my retirement.
When we got home, Xiao Ming and his daughter were already at the door to greet us. When I saw them, I was extremely emotional, and I felt extremely lucky and satisfied that God had blessed me to enjoy a happy old age.
Since then, my life has become more colorful. Sometimes I let Xiao Ming's family go out to play, and I enjoy my leisure time at home alone; Sometimes three generations of us go out on outings, and the whole family is happy.
I often tell Xiao Ming stories from my youth and educate him not to be fooled. He also shared with me the details of his work. There is no barrier between our father and son, and we cherish this rare family affection even more.
Life is like a practice. My son has grown from a headstrong young man to a successful man on his own. And I have also gone from a middle-aged man who worked hard to a happy and contented old man. We supported each other and finally completed this bumpy but fortunate journey of life. I believe that God will bless our whole family, and we will pass on the joy of family life from now on for generations to come! Xiao Ming and Xiao Hong and I lived a happy life. However, at the end of last year, I was diagnosed with advanced stomach cancer, and my life was short.
This is undoubtedly a huge blow to our whole family. I can see that Xiao Ming and Xiao Hong are also very sad in their hearts, but they are still strong in front of me.
"Dad, don't worry, we will definitely take care of you. Xiao Ming said with red eyes.
I nodded, smiled slightly, and didn't say anything. In fact, my heart is also very calm, people will eventually die, and I have no regrets in this life.
I was admitted to the hospital for treatment, and Xiao Ming and Xiao Hong came to see me every once in a while. They always make me happy with light topics and I know they don't want me to worry.
One night, Xiaohong came to the ward as usual to clean up. She thought I was asleep and turned around to secretly wipe her tears.
I opened my eyes on the bed: "Xiaohong, come here, I have something to tell you." ”
Xiaohong hurriedly wiped away her tears and squeezed out a smile: "Uncle, don't be like this, you will recover!"
"My days are numbered. I said lightly, "In the future, please take care of Xiao Ming and his granddaughter." ”
Little Red's eyes turned red all of a sudden, and she held my hand and sobbed, "Uncle, you are my biological father! ”
I nodded in satisfaction. When I was dying, I could rest assured that my family was in harmony and unity.
A few days later, Xiao Ming also told me about his inner feelings. He knelt in front of my bed with red eyes and put my hand to his face.
"Dad, don't worry. I will always remember your teachings and be a good man that you are proud of. ”