On an ordinary weekend, the sun shines through the gaps in the curtains and into the cozy little room. Aunt Zhang was sitting on the sofa, holding an old photo album in her hand, flipping through the pages one by one, with a faint smile on her face. Her daughter, Xiaohua, and son-in-law, Xiaogang, are busy preparing lunch in the kitchen.
Suddenly, Aunt Zhang put down the photo album and asked a question that made the air freeze: "Xiaohua, how much is your unit's pension now?" Xiaohua was stunned for a moment, she knew the weight behind this question. Her pension is actually 8,000 yuan, but she and Xiaogang discussed it before, and in order to avoid increasing the financial burden on their parents, they decided not to tell their parents the real number.
Before Xiao Hua could speak, Xiao Gang had already replied: "Auntie, the pension has not risen much now, about 2,000." When Xiao Hua heard this, his heart tightened, but he quickly agreed: "Well, yes, that's pretty much it." ”
Aunt Zhang didn't ask much, just nodded slightly, and continued to look through the photo album. Xiao Hua and Xiao Gang glanced at each other, with complex emotions in their eyes. They know that this little lie is out of love for the family, but at the same time it is a kind of concealment.
After lunch, Auntie Zhang suggested that the whole family go for a walk in the park. In the sun, Xiaohua looked at the kind backs of his parents, and a warm current surged in his heart. She knows that no matter what her retirement pension is, the warmth and support of her family is the most valuable asset in life.
As time passed, Aunt Zhang didn't seem to care much about the pension thing. She spends more of her time gardening and community activities, becoming a bond between neighbors. Xiaohua and Xiaogang have also found balance in their busy lives, and their small home is full of laughter.
One day, when Aunt Zhang was sorting out old things, she accidentally found Xiaohua's payroll. At that moment, she finally knew the truth. She has mixed feelings, both the loss of being deceived and the deep understanding of her daughter. That night, Aunt Zhang did not mention this incident, but as usual, prepared a sumptuous dinner for the whole family.
After the meal, Aunt Zhang sat next to Xiaohua and said softly: "Child, no matter how much money you make, I will be proud of you." You don't need to hide anything from me, because home is the most honest place. ”
After hearing this, Xiaohua's eyes moistened. She hugged her mother tightly, her heart full of gratitude. She knows that this home, this warm harbor, is her greatest reliance.
It tells us that family is worth far more than money. In this world, the most sincere emotions and the deepest understanding often come from the people closest to us. We should cherish this hard-won emotion, and no matter what challenges life brings us, we must be honest with each other and face them together. Such a family can stand the test of time and become an eternal force in our lives.