In the countryside, Li Laifu and Li Jinhua, an elderly couple over 70 years old, have been living a simple and happy life. They made a promise for the future pension issue: whoever dies first, the one who remains will be free to retire.
This vow may seem simple, but it has deep emotions to hide.
Li Laifu and Li Jinhua get up together every morning and slowly walk to their small courtyard, where lush vegetables are grown.
They take care of the green leaves, water and fertilize them, and quietly enjoy the tranquility of the countryside.
"Today's dish is growing so well, Jinhua. Li Laifu said with a smile, the cane in his hand tapping lightly on the ground.
Li Jinhua responded with a smile: "Yes, Laifu, the weather is so good, the dishes are stronger than yesterday." ”
As usual, they talked about their vegetable growing skills and past experiences, and shared their lives with each other. The old cow was leisurely grazing beside it, as if he was also enjoying this quiet time.
However, this tranquility is shattered by the arrival of the children. The eldest son, Li Ming, proposed: "Mom and Dad, you have been living too hard here, why don't you move to the city with us." The medical and living conditions in the city are better, and it is convenient for us to take care of you. ”
"Yes, Mom and Dad, the environment here is too bad, how can you feel at ease here?" The second daughter, Li Xiu, also joined the persuasion.
Li Laifu and Li Jinhua are a little hesitant about this, although they are old, they have a deep attachment to their hometown. "Kids, we're doing well here, Xi used to it. Li Jinhua said slowly.
"But Mom and Dad, you are old and not as good as before, we can take care of you. The third son, Li Qiang, also joined the persuasion team.
Li Laifu frowned, "We grow vegetables and raise cattle, this is our Xi of life. ”
"But it's too hard, Mom and Dad, don't worry, we can hire someone to help. The fourth daughter, Li Fang, also tried to convince them.
Li Jinhua shook her head, "Children, this is our promise, whoever leaves first, and those who stay will be supported like this." ”
The children realize that this is their unshakable determination, but they are also unwilling to let their parents continue to live in such an environment.
Li Laifu and Li Jinhua were silent for a while, they understood their children's concern, but they also understood their feelings for their hometown.
"Mom and Dad, you should think about it again. The eldest daughter, Li Xia, finally broke the silence, and the children temporarily put down their persuasion, but the persistence in their hearts did not change.
Li Laifu and Li Jinhua stood silently beside their vegetable patch, looking into the distance, feeling the deep attachment to their hometown and the care of their children. They know that this conflict will not end easily.
Li Laifu and Li Jinhua returned to the house and sat silently at the table. Li Jinhua picked up stacks of washed and dried white clothes and began to fold them, and she said softly: "The children are for our good, and they are worried that we will suffer here." ”
Li Laifu frowned and said, "But we are Xi here, this is our home, we grow vegetables and raise cattle, this is our life." ”
"We can also have a new life in the city and no longer have to work hard to farm. Li Jinhua tried to alleviate this contradiction.
"Our family grew up on this land, and it's our roots. Li Laifu said firmly.
Li Jinhua sighed, she understood her wife's obsession, but she was also worried about his body, "Laifu, your body is getting weaker and weaker, life here is too hard for you." ”
"I can do it, as long as you're by my side. Li Laifu held Li Jinhua's hand tightly and said.
Quarrels and quarrels have strained their relationship. Li Jinhua gradually became silent, while Li Laifu became more and more stubborn.
Whenever the children brought up the topic of relocation, they would have a heated argument.
Once, Li Jinhua sat quietly in the yard basking in the sun, and Li Laifu took a hoe and worked hard in the field. Li Jinhua said softly: "Laifu, you are tired, you need to rest for a while." ”
Li Laifu replied solemnly: "I can." ”
"We can go to the city together, where there is better medical care. Li Jinhua tried to persuade again.
"This is our home, and I'm going to guard it. Li Laifu refused.
The quarrel distanced them further and further, as if an invisible wall separated their hearts. Li Jinhua understands his wife's persistence, but is also worried that his choice will make him more troubled.
Slowly, Li Jinhua began to think alone. She sat in the yard, caressing the blooming flowers, reminiscing about the bits and pieces of her hometown with Laifu, and remembering the difficulties and happiness they had faced together.
On a quiet night, Li Jinhua quietly walked to Li Laifu's side, gently held his hand, and whispered, "Laifu, maybe we can reconsider." ”
Li Laifu looked at her, with a little surprise in his eyes, "Why?"
"We can face the future together, and we don't have to stick to our promises. Li Jinhua said softly.
Li Laifu's eyes softened, "You mean we can go to the city together?"
"Yes, we can go together and stop holding on to promises. Li Jinhua smiled.
This time, their heart-to-heart communication broke the gap and brought the two closer together.
They decided to face the future together and no longer hold themselves bound by the promises of the past. This tacit understanding made their relationship glow with warmth again.
One morning, the sun shone on the Li family's courtyard, and Li Jinhua was busy sorting out the housework as usual. She bent down to pick up the clothes that had fallen on the ground, and suddenly her feet slipped and she fell to the ground. A muffled sound made Li Laifu rush out of the house.
"Jinhua, what's wrong with you?" Li Laifu hurriedly helped her up.
Li Jinhua's face was pale, holding her right hand, "I accidentally fell, I may have broken my hand." ”
Li Laifu anxiously helped her sit down and examined her injured hand. "Would you like to go to the hospital for a check?" he asked nervously.
Li Jinhua tried to hold back the pain, "Forget it, I have a little injury, and I will get better slowly." ”
Li Laifu insisted on taking her to the hospital. They hurried to the clinic. After the examination, the doctor said, "You have a broken bone in your hand and need to be treated, so it is best to stay in the hospital for a few days." ”
Li Jinhua frowned, "How can I be hospitalized, there are still so many things to do at home." ”
Li Laifu was anxious, "No, you must stay for treatment, I will take care of everything at home." ”
Li Jinhua nodded helplessly and agreed to stay in the hospital for observation. Li Laifu accompanied her, repenting of his stubbornness over and over again, and felt faintly guilty in his heart. He accompanied her in the hospital, took care of all her needs, fed her by hand, and gently arranged the quilt for her.
During this time, Li Laifu thought about it repeatedly and remembered the differences and quarrels between them. He felt the regret and pain that came with his stubbornness.
"I'm sorry, but I was too stubborn. Li Laifu held her hand, his eyes full of apology.
Li Jinhua said softly: "Fool, this is all in the past, we can be together now." ”
This conversation made Li Laifu feel relieved, and at the same time, he cherished the time in front of him even more. He knew that he couldn't afford to lose Jinhua, and he also understood the price of stubbornness. He secretly vowed that he would be more understanding, tolerant and respectful of her wishes in the future.
During his time with Jinhua, Li Laifu deeply experienced the importance of interdependence, and he realized that mutual support and understanding between the two were more important than commitment.
This incident has become a baptism of affection between them, and it is also an opportunity for Li Laifu to re-examine himself and repair the relationship.
After Li Jinhua was discharged from the hospital, Li Laifu's relationship with her seemed to be more fragile. When they returned home, there was a tense atmosphere in the originally quiet and peaceful courtyard.
"Laifu, you see that the doctor said that my hands need to rest for a few more days, you don't have to worry so much. Li Jinhua tried to lighten the mood.
Li Laifu had a heavy expression on his face, "Our children have returned, and they have started to tell us about moving to the city again. ”
Li Jinhua sighed, "They are for our good and want us to live a better life." ”
"They don't respect our choices, they think we don't know what we want. Li Laifu said indignantly.
"Blessings, but we must not be too stubborn, they make such suggestions out of love. Li Jinhua tried to explain.
"We've done so much for them, and now they're not willing to respect our decision!" Li Laifu's tone was full of disappointment and dissatisfaction.
Li Jinhua felt that she couldn't convince Li Laifu, so she silently walked out of the yard, sat on the bench, and quietly looked into the distance. She felt helpless and exhausted, and deep down she was conflicted. She understands Laifu's stubbornness, but she also hopes that he can understand the intentions of his children.
Li Laifu was busy doing farm work in the yard, and the anxiety and resentment in his heart made his movements seem a little rough. He felt lonely and helpless, and became increasingly dissatisfied with his children's proposals.
One night, under the starlight, Li Laifu and Li Jinhua both sat alone in different corners of the courtyard, silently gazing at the night sky. Their minds are intertwined with the stars, but they cannot find a common language.
"Jinhua, what do you think we should do?" Li Laifu broke the silence.
Li Jinhua replied softly: "Maybe we need to think about it and don't let our persistence hurt the feelings between us." ”
Li Laifu smiled bitterly, "I understand, but I don't think we can easily give up our choice." ”
"Yes, but we can also try to compromise for the sake of our children and each other. "Li Jinhua is trying to find a balance.
This conversation loosened the knot between the two of them, and although they were still stubborn, they were willing to try to understand each other's positions. They understand that their persistence will hurt each other's feelings, but they can't completely let go of the obsession in their hearts.
On that night, they did not come to a consensus, but they began to realize that compromises and concessions were needed in order to maintain their relationship.
Soon after, Li Laifu fell ill.
The silence of the night was broken by the sound of hurried footsteps, and the hospital lights were dim and hurried. Li Jinhua waited anxiously, her heart full of fear and uneasiness.
"Doctor, how is Laifu's condition?" Li Jinhua asked the nurse anxiously.
"He's in a dangerous situation and we're doing everything we can to save him. The nurse had an anxious look on her face.
Li Jinhua prayed and waited, and her children hurried to the hospital. The family anxiously awaited news from the doctor.
Finally, the doctor walked out of the operating room. "His condition has stabilized, but further observation is needed. ”
Li Jinhua breathed a sigh of relief, her eyes were full of tears, "Thank you, doctor, it's great to be able to save Laifu." ”
The children also breathed a sigh of relief, but saw the deep worry in Li Jinhua's eyes.
"Mom, what's wrong with you? Daddy will be fine. The eldest daughter Li Xia comforted.
Li Jinhua wiped her tears, "I don't think I'm sorry to be blessed, if I could have listened to him earlier, maybe it wouldn't have happened this time." ”
"Mom, it's not your fault. The third son, Li Qiang, comforted.
Li Jinhua has been blaming herself, she realizes that her stubbornness and unwillingness to compromise may have made the family atmosphere more tense, and may also increase Li Laifu's pressure.
Li Laifu gradually woke up, his eyes were full of gratitude and concern, "Jinhua, don't worry too much, I'll be fine." ”
Li Jinhua held his hand tightly, tears flowing silently, "I'm sorry, I'm too stubborn." ”
Li Laifu shook his head, "It's not your fault, we are all responsible." ”
"Maybe we all need to compromise a little bit, for the sake of family harmony. Li Laifu said softly.
Li Jinhua nodded, "Yes, we should understand, tolerate and support each other. ”
In the company and care of the hospital, Li Laifu and Li Jinhua began to slowly open their hearts and frankly communicate each other's thoughts and feelings.
Li Jinhua said softly: "Laifu, why do you insist so much on your hometown?"
Li Laifu pondered for a moment, "Because it is our responsibility, we have raised this family from generation to generation. ”
"But we can also have a better life with our children. Li Jinhua tried to understand.
Li Laifu said softly: "I know you are worried about our future, but I want to be in my hometown"
Li Jinhua listened to Li Laifu's words, and her heart swelled with enlightenment. She felt her wife's deep attachment and sense of responsibility to the family, and also understood his original intention. She silently held Li Laifu's hand, "Laifu, I understand you, and I love our family too." ”
A gleam of relief flashed in Li Laifu's eyes, "Can we face the future together?"
"Yes, we're in this together. Li Jinhua said with a smile.
"Jinhua, you really love our children, and you think about them. Li Laifu said with emotion.
Li Jinhua whispered: "Yes, they are our pride and hope. ”
Li Laifu and Li Jinhua had a difficult time in the hospital, but this experience made them cherish the warmth of family and the importance of reunion even more.
After being discharged from the hospital, they made an important decision: to live with their children, to take care of and support each other.
"Mom and Dad, we're really glad you can live with us. The eldest daughter, Li Xia, was smiling, and she and the other children welcomed the decision.
Li Laifu smiled and nodded, "We are also very happy to be with you. ”
Li Jinhua said softly: "We understand the importance of family, and we hope to be with you to take care of and support each other. ”
The children did their best to arrange a comfortable living environment for their parents, and their new life began.
Everyone is trying their best to help their parents adjust to life in the city. Li Jinhua found new joy in interacting with her grandchildren, while Li Laifu began to enjoy chatting and walking with her children.
In the family reunion, Li Laifu and Li Jinhua found happiness again.
They realize that their relationship is not just a source of commitment and responsibility, but a source of mutual understanding and support.
They have learned to listen to each other, respect each other's choices, and be willing to compromise for the sake of family harmony.