The sun seemed to melt the sun that summer, but the solemn atmosphere in the barracks could freeze everything.
My name is Li Qiang, I was just 30 years old at the time, looking back at that time, my life has always been simple and straightforward, except for my parents, I am the only one left in the family.
Since my parents were ordinary workers and I was the only child in the family, being a soldier was both a responsibility and an escape for me.
Note: This article is a fictional novel, and the names of people and places are all apocryphal
One day after I was discharged from the army, I was sorting out some old things, and the yellowed photo album I was holding in my hand was inadvertently opened, and there was a photo in it, which was taken of me and my comrade-in-arms Wang Gang.
Wang GangMy old brother, who was two years younger than me at that time, was a very hot-blooded young man, full of curiosity and enthusiasm for everything.
In the photo, he is triumphantly hugging a girl, who is his wife: Miao Miao.
Miaomiao is a city person, she is very smart, she and Wang Gang got married lightning when the man was on vacation.
But married life, especially the life of a military wife, was a huge challenge for her.
Wang Gang often performs tasks because of work, so the burden of the family falls on her alone, I thought that marriage was a harbor, but who knew that Miaomiao seemed to be trapped on an uninhabited island.
The real turmoil began shortly after Wang Gang got married.
Miaomiao's discomfort and Wang Gang's frequent outings made her feel like she was married to a ghost, and her dissatisfaction finally exploded.
Her mother still seems to me to be like an Iron Lady-like figure, and after learning of her daughter's plight, she rushed directly into our army with her.
The scene of Miaomiao taking her mother at the gate of the army that day was really uproaring.
At that moment, I and a few other comrades-in-arms happened to come back from the training ground, and they were dumbfounded when they saw this scene, the janitor of the army was not a place where they could enter and exit casually, but that day it was like a market, and there was talk everywhere.
Miaomiao's mother, Aunt Yao, is a veritable head of the family, and it is said that she has a fiery personality since she was a child, and she has to take care of everything and be in front of everything.
She shouted at the door, accusing our troops of using her daughter as a cattle, and saying that Wang Gang had abandoned his wife and children and was not a man.
Wang Gang was on a mission at the time, and he was not present at all, and he could not be reached by phone.
Several leaders of the army had to come forward to try to calm the situation, but Aunt Yao seemed to be crazy and did not listen to anyone's advice.
I looked at Miaomiao, she was obviously a little embarrassed, her eyes showed that she was overwhelmed, and obviously she didn't expect her mother to do this.
It was the first time I had seen this kind of scene for a whole afternoon, when the mother and daughter were arguing at the gate of the army, and I felt like the whole world was shaking.
In the end, it was our company elder Zhang who stepped in to deal with it, and Lao Zhang was a well-informed man, who usually didn't talk much, but every time he spoke, he could get to the point.
He first let the troops disperse, and then slowly approached Aunt Yao and Miaomiao, trying to communicate with them.
Lao Zhang's patience and sincerity eventually eased the atmosphere, Aunt Yao's anger was slightly suppressed, and Miao Miao began to tell Lao Zhang about her suffering.
She said that she thought that marrying a soldier would have a sense of honor, but the reality was loneliness and endless waiting, and she didn't understand why she had to endure so much pain and incomprehension when she loved someone.
Lao Zhang did not answer immediately after hearing this, but took them to visit the troops.
He showed them the soldiers' daily training, our living quarters, and even let them stay for dinner.
Through these contacts, Miao Miao and her mother began to understand that the life of a soldier is not just the glamour on the surface, but also the hard work and sacrifice behind it.
Just as Miaomiao and her mother began to have some understanding and sympathy for the life of soldiers, Wang Gang suddenly ended his mission early and returned to the army.
As soon as he returned, he heard about the farce at the door, and immediately rushed to the scene, and when he saw his wife and mother standing at the gate of the army all day, he not only felt guilty, but also felt extremely distressed.
Facing the two most important women in front of him, Wang Gang first apologized to them, admitting that he did not communicate well with his family and did not fully foresee the pressure and challenges of being a military family.
Later, Wang Gang was very frank in explaining to Miao Miao and her mother the duties, sacrifices and obligations of soldiers, and the impact of all this on the family.
Just as Wang Gang was trying his best to explain and reassure, Aunt Yao suddenly broke down emotionally, tears rolling in her eyes.
She expressed her true fears: she was afraid of losing her daughter, of suffering too much too early that she could not understand, and she admitted that she was so tough because she could not accept that her life was more difficult than her own.
This meeting made everyone feel a heavy emotional pressure, but at the same time, it also opened the door to communication between each other.
Wang Gang shook Miaomiao's hand and assured her that no matter how busy he was, he would try his best to be a better husband and comrade-in-arms.
Miao Miao also began to express her understanding and support, admitting that it would take her time to adjust to this life, but she was willing to try because she loved Wang Gang.
At this moment, all misunderstandings and conflicts seem to have found the key to resolution, and the unity of a family and the strength of affection are revealed under the hard shell of the soldiers.
That night in the barracks, all the tension and uneasiness seemed to be released, Wang Gang, Miao Miao, and Aunt Yao sat down in the small conference room of the company, surrounded by several comrades-in-arms and company leaders.
There was a heavy but gradually warm atmosphere in the air, and Wang Gang spoke, his words simple but full of strength and determination.
He said: "I know I didn't do a good job, I didn't let you guys really understand my life as a person, I'm a soldier, but first and foremost, I'm a husband and a son, and I'm going to learn to do better!" he said.
In this small "family meeting", Wang Gang recounted in detail his daily life as a soldier, including his hardships on the border line, his sense of responsibility to the country, and his love and loyalty to his family.
He did not hide the hardships of life in the barracks, nor did he glorify his sacrifices, but he expressed a strong commitment to his family.
Miaomiao listened to the tears that flowed involuntarily, she stood up and walked to Wang Gang's side, hugging him tightly.
She said: "I never thought before, you are suffering so much every day, I am wrong! There is no effort to understand your world, I am willing to learn with you and become stronger together." ”
Aunt Yao saw the firmness of her daughter and son-in-law, and her heart softened.
She said: "I have always wanted to protect you, I am afraid that you will suffer, and seeing you so determined, I know that I also need to change, and I will try my best to understand your life and stop being so willful." ”
At this moment, all doubts and estrangements seem to be gradually dissipating, the emotional connection of the family is being rebuilt, and the comrades-in-arms and leaders around are all moved, which is not only a family reconciliation, but also a profound lesson in the understanding of military life.
As the conversation ended that night, the relationship between Wang Gang and Miaomiao gradually entered a new stage.
They began to communicate more, not only about the small things of daily life, but also about their feelings and expectations, and Miao Miao also began to participate in family activities organized by the army, and slowly adapted and understood the life of military families.
A few months later, Miao Miao and Aunt Yao came to the army again, this time not to quarrel, but to participate in a special family day event.
Wang Gang led them on a tour of his work and showed him his usual working environment, where they were warmly welcomed by their colleagues in the army in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
That evening, the troops held a small celebration to thank the families for their support and understanding.
Beside the flickering campfire, Wang Gang publicly thanked Miao Miao and Aunt Yao for their support and understanding, saying, "Without your understanding and support, I cannot fully perform my duties, and you are the source of my strength." ”
Miao Miao and Aunt Yao not only understood Wang Gang's responsibilities as a soldier, but also felt the unique spirit of unity and sacrifice in the military camp, and their stories were passed down as good stories in the army, reminding every soldier and their family that understanding and support are the key to overcoming all difficulties.
Years later, my life seems to have taken a whole new pace, and now that I've been discharged from the military, I've started a small security company in my hometown, using the skills I've learned in the military to serve the community.
Although the business is not big, it is enough for me and my family to live a stable life, and my wife Linglong and I have two children, a son and a daughter, and Linglong has always been my strong support.
Since I came back from the army, she quit her job in the city to support me wholeheartedly in my business, while also taking more care of the children and family, our eldest son is already married, and the youngest daughter is about to graduate school.
Although I no longer wear a military uniform, my true character as a soldier has never faded.
I often tell my employees about my experiences in the army, use those stories to motivate them, impart responsibility and discipline, our small company is well-known in the local area, and is well received by customers for its integrity and professionalism.
I have to say that the experience over the years has made me more mature and stable, although I occasionally miss those challenging and exciting military life, but now life has given me different satisfaction and happiness.
I've learned to appreciate the people in front of me, and I've learned more about my responsibilities as a husband and father, and I've realized that the most important thing is how to protect and support your loved ones, both on the battlefield and in the community.
I often think back to the past when I walk in the evening, and I believe that as long as our family is united, we can overcome any difficulties together.
This story is purely fictional, the names and events in the story are fictional, and the purpose of using place names is only for the purpose of describing the plot and making it easy to read and understand
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