In 1997, my wife's complaint was scheming, and I had no choice but to leave the army

It was 1997, I was still in the army, and everything seemed peaceful. Who knows, a complaint broke the peace of my life, which was written by my wife. She said she was fed up with waiting and wanted to divorce me.

"Lao Li, look at it, what can I do about this?" I took the complaint, sweating all over my head, and found my best buddy Lao Li.

Lao Li's eyes widened, "This, it's not a joke, right?, sister-in-law, why is she so sudden?"

"Hey, I'm confused, too. It's not easy for her to take care of the children at home, but I can't help it. "I pinched the complaint and had mixed feelings in my heart.

"You have to think clearly, this retirement is not easy, your future ......" Before Lao Li finished speaking, I interrupted him.

"Of course I know, but I can't watch my family fall apart. I clenched my fists and made up my mind.

In this way, I began the long process of asking for leave and approving it. Every time I called home, my wife was always cold, and when I tried to explain, she always said, "You come back, we will say it to your face." ”

Finally, with the understanding and support of the leaders of the troops, I went through the discharge procedures and set out on the way home. It was raining heavily that day, and I stood in front of my house, took a deep breath, and knocked on the door.

The door opened, and my wife looked at me with red circles in her eyes. I hugged her, and she struggled a bit, then hugged me tightly.

"You're finally back. There was a cry in her voice.

"Well, I'm back and I'm not going to go again. I patted her on the back.

We sat on the couch and chatted for a long time. She told me how hard it was for her to be alone with a child, and I listened to it, and my heart felt like a knife.

"I know you're suffering, but I really can't help it. I'm a soldier, and I have to obey orders. I explained.

My wife looked at me, "I know, but I need you too." This home can't live without you. ”

I took her hand, "I know, I will never leave you again." ”

In this way, I was discharged from the army and opened a small shop in front of my house, although my life was not rich, but I was satisfied with being a family.

It's just that I have always cherished my wife's complaint to remind myself to cherish the person in front of me. It is a scheming complaint, but it is also a testimony of our love.

The days passed like water, and the small shop gradually got on the right track. Every morning, I open the door and watch the morning light shine on the street, and I feel a sense of satisfaction. The children ran around the store, laughing and laughing, while the wives were busy behind the cash register.

"Lao Zhang, is it so early today?" Uncle Li, a neighbor, came over early in the morning to buy a newspaper and greeted me with a smile.

"yes, get used to it. I replied with a smile.

"Your shop, business is getting better and better, I think it's about to become a sign on this street. Uncle Li nodded appreciatively.

I smiled, but I was a little worried. Business is good, but it also means that the wife is harder. She used to be alone with her children, and now she has to help take care of the store's business. I wanted to help her with the burden, but I found myself limited in what I could do.

That night, when the children were all asleep, I looked at my tired wife and couldn't help but say, "Let's get a helper, you're so tired." ”

The wife shook her head, "We're just starting out, so we can save a little." Besides, I'm not an iron man, so I pay attention to my body. ”

I know her character, and I can't pull back the eight horses that make decisions. I sighed and stopped insisting.

A few days later, a young girl came to the store to apply. Her name is Xiaofang, and she said that she had just graduated and wanted to find a job to train herself. I saw that she was sincere, so I kept her.

"Don't worry, I'll do a good job. Xiao Fang said to me with a firm look in her eyes.

At first, his wife was worried that Xiaofang would not be able to do it for long, but it didn't take long for her to find out that Xiaofang was a diligent and delicate girl, and she was also very helpful to the business of the store.

One day, my wife suddenly said to me, "Do you know, Xiaofang is actually an orphan, and it is really not easy for her to get to where she is today." ”

I was a little surprised, I didn't expect that there was such a story behind Xiaofang. I looked at her busy back, and I couldn't help but feel a little respectful in my heart.

"She's a good girl, let's treat her well. I said softly to my wife.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, the store has been open for three years. On this day, Xiaofang suddenly found me and said with some hesitation: "Boss, I may have to leave for a while." ”

I was taken aback, "What's wrong? Is there something going on at home?"

Xiao Fang shook her head, but her eyes were red, "I'm going to go to other places for internships, this is my dream all along." ”

I was stunned, and I had mixed feelings. On the one hand, I am happy for Xiaofang, she finally has the opportunity to realize her dream, and on the other hand, I am reluctant to this hard-working, kind girl.

"So, when are you going to leave?" I tried to calm my voice down.

"Early next month. Xiao Fang whispered.

I nodded, "During this time, you can prepare well, and you don't have to worry about things in the store." ”

Xiao Fang looked at me gratefully, and then ran into the warehouse. I looked at her back and felt emotional. This once stormy family is now helping other people's dreams.

I know that all this is because of my wife's scheming complaint back then. It was she who made me understand the importance of family and made me know how to cherish it. And now, we also want to give wings to Xiaofang's dream and let her fly higher and farther.

On the day Xiaofang left, my wife and I went to see her off. At the station, the three of us were relatively silent, save for the sound of trunk wheels echoing in the air.

"When you get over there, take care of yourself. The wife finally broke the silence, with a hint of reluctance in her voice.

Xiao Fang nodded, tears flashing in her eyes, "I will, boss, you have to take care too." ”

I handed Xiao Fang a small package, "This is a little bit of heart in the store, when you get there, if you encounter any difficulties, open it and take a look." ”

Xiaofang took the package, hugged it tightly in her arms, and then suddenly hugged me and my wife, "Thank you for giving me a home." ”

When the train whistle sounded, Xiao Fang waved her hand, turned around and embarked on a journey to a distant place. My wife and I stood still, watching her back until she disappeared into the crowd.

When I got back to the store, I suddenly felt empty. The wife looked at the place where Xiaofang used to work and sighed, "She is like a child of our family, she left all of a sudden, and she is really not used to it." ”

I took my wife's hand and said softly, "She will have a better future, and we will have it too." ”

As time passed, Xiaofang would occasionally send us photos and letters telling us about her life there. She was smiling happily and could tell that she was chasing her dreams.

One day, a strange middle-aged man came to the store, he was holding a photo, and asked if we knew Xiaofang.

My heart tightened, "Who are you, what's the matter with Xiaofang?"

The man sighed, "I'm her distant uncle, and I've heard she worked with you. Xiaofang's father entrusted me on his deathbed that if she had any chance, I must find her. ”

I looked at the young girl in the photo and felt mixed emotions welling up in my heart. It turned out that Xiaofang also had a relative.

"She is now interning in the field and is working hard. "I'll say it simply.

The man's eyes turned red when he heard this, "Her father would be very relieved if he knew." ”

Sending the man away, I sat in the store, unable to calm down for a long time. This small shop has witnessed the joys and sorrows of many people, and it also carries too many stories.

My wife came over and sat down next to me gently, "Xiaofang is a strong child, she will live well." ”

I nodded, looking at everything in the store, and a warm current welled up in my heart. This home, this shop, over the years, has not only given us warmth, but also given children like Xiaofang a haven.

"yes, she would. "I held my wife's hand tightly, and my heart was filled with gratitude.

Life goes on, and so does the shop. We don't know how many people and stories we will meet in the future, but I know that as long as we hold hands, we can walk through every spring, summer, autumn and winter together.

As the days passed, the shop became a frequent place for the neighbors. They love to come to the store to chat, have a cup of tea, and share each other's life trivia. Our small shop is not only a place to buy and sell, but also a part of the community, full of warmth and human touch.

One day, a familiar figure appeared at the door of the store, it was Xiaofang. She looked much more mature, with a confident smile on her face.

"Xiaofang, you're back!" his wife greeted him in surprise.

I looked at her and my heart was filled with joy. She was dressed in professional attire, looking smart and intellectual.

"Hostess, boss, I'm back. Xiao Fang smiled, her eyes flashing with anticipation for the future.

"How are you doing outside, are you having any difficulties?" I asked with concern.

Xiao Fang smiled and shook her head, "Although it was hard outside, I learned a lot. Most importantly, I achieved my dream. ”

I looked at her with pride in my heart. This girl, who used to work in our small shop, has now grown into a wonderful professional woman.

"Do you have any plans for coming back this time?" asked his wife.

Xiao Fang smiled slightly, "I want to come back here and use the knowledge and experience I have learned to contribute to the community." ”

I looked at her, and a warm current welled up in my heart. This girl, who used to work in our small shop, has now grown into a wonderful professional woman.

"Then we welcome you back, and the shop is always ready to welcome you. I laughed.