My name is Li Weiguo, and it was 1988 that year, and I was working the front line of Laoshan to protect my family and defend the country. My bride, Xiao Fang, was waiting for me at home, her big eyes that were bright and bright, always flickering in my heart. However, I never expected that just when I was desperate, she would encounter misfortune in her hometown.
That day, I was digging trenches at the front line when a shell exploded not far away, and I fell to the ground violently. At this time, the instructor came over, patted me on the shoulder, and said, "Weiguo, there is a letter from your hometown." I took the letter, with Xiaofang's name written on it, and my heart tightened, and I couldn't wait to open it.
The letter said that Chen Dacang, a village cadre, took advantage of the night to break into Xiaofang's home and assault her. After reading the letter, my lungs were about to explode, and I clenched my fists tightly, eager to fly back immediately and settle accounts with Chen Cannon. The instructor looked at me and asked me what was wrong, and I told him what had happened.
The instructor frowned and said, "We can't ignore this matter, you quickly write a letter, and I will help you send it to the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection." With tears in my eyes, I wrote down my guilt for Xiaofang and my accusation against Chen Dacang.
It didn't take long for the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection to pay attention to the matter becoming bigger and bigger. Chen Dacang was investigated, eventually expelled from the party, and was sanctioned in accordance with the law. However, this did not heal the wounds in Xiaofang's heart.
I took leave from the front line and came home, and when I saw Xiao Fang's haggard face, my heart was like a knife. I walked up to her, hugged her gently, and said, "Xiaofang, I'm sorry, I didn't protect you well." She looked at me with teary eyes and said, "Weiguo, I know it's not your fault, it's that Chen Cannon who lost his conscience." ”
We had a wedding in our hometown, and although there was not much pomp, we both knew in our hearts that this love was not easy to come by. After I got married, I took Xiaofang back to the front line, and she became my strong backing.
One day, while I was on patrol, I spotted a Vietnamese soldier quietly approaching our position. Without hesitation, I rushed forward and engaged in a life-and-death struggle with him. The Vietnamese soldier raised his bayonet and stabbed at me, but I couldn't dodge and was stabbed in the shoulder. At this moment, Xiao Fang suddenly appeared behind me, picked up a stone, and smashed it at the Vietnamese soldier.
The Vietnamese soldiers were taken aback by Xiao Fang's actions, and I took the opportunity to subdue him. Back at the position, Xiao Fang bandaged my wounds, and I looked at her with gratitude. She said: "Weiguo, I know that I can't help you share the dangers of the battlefield, but I will do my best to protect you." ”
We snuggled up to each other and got through those difficult years together. Finally, the war ended, and we returned home with honor. Xiaofang gave birth to a lovely son for me, and we lived happily ever after.
Although that past is unbearable, we have walked through the ups and downs hand in hand and have become an indispensable part of each other's lives. Whenever I think of those years, in addition to emotion, I feel more gratitude and love for Xiaofang. Our story, although twists and turns, eventually leads to happiness.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, our son Xiao Li has grown into a teenager, with big eyes that look like his mother, always flashing with curiosity about the unknown world. Xiao Fang has become more gentle and considerate, and her smile can always sweep away the tiredness in my heart. Life in my hometown was peaceful and fulfilling, and I started to run a farm while Xiaofang taught in the village primary school.
One day, I was working in the fields, and Xiao Li came to me and panted and said, "Dad, a stranger has come to the village, saying that he is looking for you." "My heart was tight, I didn't know who this man was, and what was the matter with me.
When I returned to the village with Xiao Li, I saw a middle-aged man standing in front of our house, wearing an old military uniform and his face was carved with wind and frost. When he saw me, a trace of excitement flashed in his eyes, and he said, "Li Weiguo, I am your comrade-in-arms back then, Zhao Tiezhu." ”
I was stunned, the name was blurred in my mind, but the familiar uniform and tone of voice instantly reminded me of those war-torn days. I held his hand tightly, tears rolling in my eyes.
Zhao Tiezhu stayed in our house, and he recounted his experiences over the years, and it turned out that he had gone to a distant town after the war and had been living there ever since. He told us that he found me because he found a letter I wrote to Xiaofang when he was sorting through his old belongings, and the letter mentioned Chen Dacang. He felt guilty in his heart and felt that he didn't protect Xiaofang back then, so he decided to find us and apologize in person.
After hearing this, Xiaofang was silent for a long time, then smiled faintly, she said: "Let the past pass, life has to go on, we are all old, we should learn to forgive." ”
That night, the four of us sat in the courtyard, looking at the starry sky, Zhao Tiezhu took out a bottle of old wine, and several of our comrades-in-arms drank while reminiscing about the bits and pieces of the year. Xiao Fang listened quietly on the side, interjecting two sentences from time to time, and the courtyard was full of laughter.
Zhao Tiezhu lived in our house for a month, and during that time, we seemed to have returned to our youthful days, fighting together, and sharing the joys, sorrows, and sorrows of life together. When parting, Zhao Tiezhu said to us: "Weiguo, Xiaofang, you are the strongest people I have ever met, and I hope your life will always be happy." ”
He is gone, with our blessings, and continues with his life. And our lives go on, albeit uneventful, but full of happiness. I know that no matter what difficulties we encounter in the future, as long as we hold hands and connect hearts, there is nothing that cannot be overcome. Xiaofang, my love, my comrade-in-arms, we will always be like this, happily.
As the days passed, Xiao Li gradually grew up and began to know how to help the family share some farm work. Xiaofang is still teaching in primary school, and her voice is gentle and firm, and she is deeply loved by children. Whenever night falls, I will sit on the stone bench in front of the door, looking at the starry sky in a daze, Xiaofang will come over and sit next to me gently, her hands are always so warm.
One day, the village elder came to me and said with a serious expression: "Weiguo, a new road is going to be built in the village, which may occupy your family's land. "I was stunned, that piece of land was left by my father, and for me, it was not just a piece of farmland, but a part of my blood.
I went home and discussed it with Xiaofang. She was silent for a while, then raised her head and said with a firm gaze: "Weiguo, building roads is a good thing, it can make the village develop better, let us let our land out." ”
I looked at her, and a warm current welled up in my heart. This woman, no matter what difficulties I encountered, she was always my strong support. I nodded and decided to support the village's decision.
In the process of building the road, the whole village has contributed. Xiaofang and I also joined the team to build the road, although it was hard, but seeing the roadbed paved little by little, my heart was full of a sense of accomplishment. Xiao Li also came to help after school, his face was always covered with mud, but his eyes flashed with pride.
Just as the new road was about to be completed, news spread throughout the village that the town had decided to hold an agricultural fair in our village to promote the village's agricultural products. The villagers are excited, which is not only a major event for the village, but also an affirmation of our hard work.
Xiaofang suggested that we could sell the vegetables we grew at the fair. I agreed, and our family got busy getting ready for the fair. That day, we got up early and loaded the vegetables into the cart, Xiao Li was in charge of the cart, and Xiao Fang and I followed.
At the fair, people come and go, and it is very lively. Our vegetables are fresh and organic, which attracts a lot of people's attention. Just when we were busy greeting customers, a familiar figure walked over, it was Zhao Tiezhu.
He smiled and said to us: "Weiguo, Xiaofang, congratulations, business is prosperous!" I held his hand and was full of emotion: "Tiezhu, thank you, this is the effort of our whole family." ”
Zhao Tiezhu looked at Xiao Li, and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes: "This kid must have a future when he grows up." Xiao Li smiled shyly when he heard the compliment.
After the fair, we returned home with a full harvest. In the evening, Xiaofang and I sat in the courtyard, looking at the familiar starry sky, and our hearts were full of gratitude. I turned my head to look at her and said softly, "Xiaofang, thank you for accompanying me through so many ups and downs. ”
She smiled, tears in her eyes, "Weiguo, we still have a long way to go, don't we?" I nodded, holding her hand tightly. Yes, we still have a long way to go, but as long as we're together, there's nothing we can't get over.
Time flies like a white horse, Xiao Li grows up day by day, he becomes smart and capable, and begins to help teach in the primary school in the village, inheriting Xiao Fang's mantle. Xiao Fang's body is gradually not as tough as before, but her bright eyes still shine with love and warmth.
One day, I was working in the fields when I suddenly heard someone shouting my name. I looked up and saw Xiao Li running in a hurry, his face a little pale. My heart tightened, and I hurriedly asked, "What's wrong, Xiao Li?"
Xiao Li gasped and said, "Dad, Mom suddenly fainted, let's go back and have a look." My heart instantly rose to my throat, I threw down the farm tools in my hand, and ran home with Xiao Li.
When I got home, I saw Xiaofang lying on the bed, her face pale and her breath faint. I panicked and didn't know what to do. Xiao Li was unusually calm, he instructed me to boil water, and he was busy checking Xiao Fang's pulse.
After a while, Xiao Fang slowly opened her eyes, looked at our father and son, and said with a smile: "Don't worry, I'm fine, I'm just a little tired." I held her hand tightly and tears flowed down my face.
During that time, I put down my farm work and took care of Xiaofang wholeheartedly. Xiao Li also took a leave of absence to help at home. Although life is hard, our hearts are more closely connected.
One night, Xiao Li sat on the edge of the bed and gently told Xiao Fang a story. Xiao Fang listened, her eyes full of satisfaction and relief. I looked at them with gratitude. I think this is the happiness of our family, simple and real.
Day after day, Xiaofang's health gradually improved. She began to get out of bed and walk, her pace slow, but her spirits fuller than before. Our family of three has returned to the warm and harmonious life we used to have.
One day, Xiaofang suggested that we go to the town and buy some new clothes. I looked at her and my heart was full of emotion. This woman, even when she is unwell, always thinks about us.
In the town, we walked around for a long time, Xiao Li picked a blue coat, and Xiao Fang took a fancy to a red dress. I looked at them with happiness in my heart. That's my family, they're the most important people in my life.
Back home, we sat in the courtyard and looked at the familiar starry sky. Xiao Fang smiled and said: "Wei Guo, you see, our Xiao Li has grown up, and he will definitely become a promising person in the future." ”
I looked at her with gratitude. Yes, our son has grown up, and our story continues.