In a hospital in the town, Li Juanjuan has just experienced the most exciting moment of her life - she gave birth to a healthy and lovely daughter. In the hospital room, the warm sunlight shines through the window on the bed, illuminating the newborn's red face.
Juanjuan stroked her daughter's little hand, full of joy, she looked up to her husband standing by the bed and said, "Look at our daughter, how lovely she is, she has your eyes." ”
Although her husband Li Wei was smiling, he could not hide his worry between his eyebrows. He replied softly, "yes, it's really cute." Juanjuan, you have worked hard. ”
Just as the two were immersed in the joy of the new life, the mother-in-law Zhang Guizhi walked into the ward with a little eagerness. She asked directly, "Is it a man or a woman?"
Juanjuan replied nervously, "Mom, it's a girl." ”
Zhang Guizhi's face suddenly sank, and his voice was obviously displeased: "It's a girl again! How many times have I said that the family needs a boy to inherit the family business." Did you do it on purpose?"
Li Wei tried to ease the atmosphere: "Mom, girls are as good as boys, and we should be grateful that she is healthy and perfect." ”
Zhang Guizhi snorted coldly: "You young people always say this, but you don't understand how important it is to maintain the family's traditions. I think you've really disappointed me this time. ”
With tears in her eyes, Juanjuan whispered, "Mom, I've worked really hard, and the gender of the child is not something I can choose." She's your granddaughter and our baby. ”
Zhang Guizhi was not softened, and said firmly: "I don't need such a baby." If you do this again, don't go home. ”
This sudden threat made Li Wei angry, and he stood up to protect Juanjuan: "Mom, it's too unfair to Juanjuan like this. We are a family and should support each other. ”
Zhang Guizhi turned around and left: "Support? Without a boy, who will support this family! The door slammed shut, leaving Juanjuan and Li Wei looking at each other, helplessness and heartache filling the entire ward.
Li Wei hugged Juanjuan tightly and comforted softly: "Don't be afraid, no matter what, I will support you and our daughter." We'll figure it out ourselves. ”
Juanjuan leaned on Li Wei's shoulder, tears slipped quietly, although her heart was full of uneasiness, but at least she was not alone in facing it.
Li Juanjuan took her daughter to the house of her husband's eldest brother Li Dawei. Li Dawei and his wife Sun Li saw Juanjuan's lonely expression and worried, so they immediately put down what they were doing and led them into the house.
Li Dawei asked with concern: "Juanjuan, what's wrong? You came suddenly with a child, what happened?"
Juanjuan looked at her daughter in her arms, trying to suppress her emotions, but she still choked up: "Big viagra, I ...... My daughter and I were kicked out by my mother, who was upset that I had a daughter and said that the family needed a boy. ”
Sun Li was very angry when she heard this, and immediately answered: "How is this possible! What age is it now, how can there still be such patriarchal thinking!"
Li Dawei frowned, pondered for a while, and said, "I know that Mom's idea is very traditional, but she is too much for you like this. You can stay here for now, don't worry. ”
Sun Li walked over, hugged Juanjuan gently, and comforted her: "Don't be sad, Juanjuan." We've got your back. This home is also your home. ”
Juanjuan nodded gratefully, tears welling up again: "Thank you, I really don't know what to do." ”
Afterwards, the three of them sat around on the sofa in the living room and began a more in-depth discussion. Li Dawei said: "We need to find a time to talk to my mother, so that she understands that her daughter is equally valuable." This old notion needs to change. ”
Sun Li interjected: "Yes, I also think that this problem should be faced head-on. You can't sacrifice the happiness of Juanjuan and the baby because of the concept of the older generation. ”
Li Dawei nodded: "I'll talk to my mother tomorrow and try to soften her attitude." But no matter what, Juanjuan, you and your daughter have our support. ”
Juanjuan looked at her sleeping daughter in her arms, and felt a trace of comfort in her heart. She knows that the road ahead may still be difficult, but with the support of her family, she feels that she is no longer alone.
The discussion between the three continued, and although the issue was not resolved, at least Juanjuan no longer felt alone and helpless now.
The atmosphere of the family gathering was originally relaxed and pleasant, and the living room of Li Dawei's house was full of all kinds of dishes, and the family sat around and laughed. However, when the conversation gradually turned to Li Juanjuan and her daughter, the atmosphere began to get a little tense.
Li Dawei tried to break the silence: "Mom, we all know that you want a boy in the family to inherit the family business, but Juanjuan's daughter is also your granddaughter, she is equally cute and needs our love." ”
Zhang Guizhi listened, his face softened slightly, but he was helpless: "You don't understand, when I was young, I was often snubbed because I failed to give birth to a boy for my in-laws. At that time, without a son, the position of a woman was awkward at home. ”
Sun Li interjected: "Auntie, that was in the past, doesn't society advocate gender equality now? ”
Zhang Guizhi smiled bitterly: "I know that the current concept is like this, but you haven't experienced my experience, and the feeling of being looked down upon is really uncomfortable." ”
Li Wei also spoke: "Mom, I understand your feelings, but we can't let this kind of thing happen to Juanjuan and her daughter again." We should give them more support and love. ”
Zhang Guizhi silently bowed his head, pondered for a while, and a trace of emotion flashed in his eyes: "Maybe I'm really a little stubborn." Seeing that you are so united, I also feel that I should reconsider my own thoughts. ”
Li Dawei struck while the iron was hot: "Mom, we are all a family, no matter men and women, we should love each other." Let's give our little ones a loving home together. ”
Zhang Guizhi looked at the great-granddaughter in her arms, gradually smiled, and said softly: "Maybe you are right, I should learn to accept new things." After all, she is also a child of our family. ”
Although there were twists and turns in this family gathering, in the end, through understanding and communication, the family found a way to reconcile. Zhang Guizhi's attitude has changed, and the family atmosphere has become more warm and harmonious.
A few days after the family gathering, Li Dawei and Sun Li realized that Zhang Guizhi's life was not easy. One night, they whispered a discussion in the living room.
Li Dawei frowned and said: "I noticed that my mother has always mentioned the problem of money recently, and it seems that she is really under financial pressure. ”
Sun Li nodded: "Yes, I found out too." It is really not easy for her to live in such a big house by herself and manage so many tenants. ”
Li Dawei sighed: "We were too busy before to notice my mother's predicament. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why she insisted on a grandson to help manage the family business. ”
Sun Li gently touched Li Dawei's hand: "We should help her and make her feel the support of her family." Not just financially, but more importantly emotionally. ”
Li Dawei nodded: "Tomorrow we will go to see my mother, have a good talk with her, and see what we can do." ”
The next day, Li Dawei and Sun Li came to Zhang Guizhi's home. Zhang Guizhi looked a little surprised and a little excited.
Li Dawei said straight to the point: "Mom, we talked a lot yesterday and felt that we should help you more, whether it is family matters or other things. ”
A trace of fluctuation flashed in Zhang Guizhi's eyes: "You ...... What happened all of a sudden?"
Sun Li said gently: "Auntie, we are a family, we should help each other and support each other." We don't want you to feel lonely or stressed. ”
After Zhang Guizhi heard this, tears couldn't help but overflow in his eyes: "I... I always thought that the only way to secure the future of the family was through the traditional way, but maybe I was wrong. I really appreciate that you are willing to help me in this way. ”
Li Dawei held Zhang Guizhi's hand tightly: "Mom, from now on, we will pay more attention to family affairs, and we will also help you share some of the burden." We also hope that Juanjuan and her daughter will be accepted back home. ”
Zhang Guizhi nodded, his voice a little choked: "I also thought about it, maybe it's time to change." I will do my best to accept Juanjuan and her daughter. Thank you for showing me how important my family is. ”
Through this in-depth exchange, the misunderstanding and estrangement between family members began to be eliminated, and Zhang Guizhi also had a new understanding and acceptance of the concept of family. Li Dawei and Sun Li's intervention not only helped solve the financial problems, but more importantly, promoted understanding and communication within the family.
One weekend a few weeks later, the Li family arranged a family gathering, which was unusual because Zhang Guizhi was also in attendance. Li Juanjuan took her daughter with her, nervous and expectant.
At the party, Zhang Guizhi took the initiative to walk to Li Juanjuan and her daughter's side, squatted down, and gently stroked the baby's cheeks: "Little guy, grow up so fast." It's a joy to see her so healthy. ”
Li Juanjuan smiled slightly and responded, "Mom, thank you." I know it's hard to accept at first, but I'm really grateful that you gave us the opportunity. ”
Zhang Guizhi sighed, and his tone revealed some introspection: "I used to be too stubborn and missed too much time with you. I want to change, for the sake of our family. ”
Li Dawei and Sun Li also joined the conversation, and Li Dawei said: "Mom, we are very happy to have your words. Family is all about supporting each other, in good times and bad. ”
Sun Li continued: "Yes, Auntie, we are all a family, and no matter what happens in the future, we will be together and support each other." ”
Zhang Guizhi looked at everyone present, his eyes were full of warmth: "Today, I saw the meaning of home. Perhaps, the real good days are created together in understanding and acceptance. ”
Juanjuan's youngest daughter suddenly clapped her hands happily, and seemed to feel the warmth and joy of this home. The whole family sat together, laughing and chatting one after another, warm and harmonious.
This family gathering is not just an ordinary gathering, it marks a new beginning, a beginning of understanding, acceptance and support. Zhang Guizhi's change of concept has brought new harmony and hope to the Li family. This change also indicates that the Li family will usher in more 'good days'.
This article is a microfiction, please do not sit in the opposite seat