Uncle Zhang is a retired old man who lives alone in an old house in the old town. His only son Zhang Xiaoming and daughter-in-law Li Ying were temporarily unable to settle down in other places due to work, so they moved in with Uncle Zhang.
At first, Uncle Zhang was glad to have his family as his companion. However, as time went on, some contradictions gradually emerged. Although Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying will give Uncle Zhang some living expenses every month, it is not enough for the expenses of the three of them. Uncle Zhang often has to be careful in his calculations, and even shrink his mouth. But the son and daughter-in-law have no moderation, and they will buy an expensive durian every week and eat it sweet and delicious.
One day, Li Ying took a big durian and said to Uncle Zhang: "Uncle, look, this durian is really fragrant!"
Uncle Zhang smiled reluctantly: "Well, it's quite fragrant." "
"Uncle, would you like to try it?" Li Ying asked diligently.
"No, you can eat. Uncle Zhang waved his hand.
Zhang Xiaoming asked with concern: "Dad, what's wrong with you?"
Uncle Zhang's heart is mixed. Yes, of course he also wants to taste the sweet durian. However, his son and daughter-in-law never took the initiative to invite him to share with him, and he always felt that he was left out. Besides, it was already a luxury for the two of them to eat one durian, and it would be even more extravagant if he joined in. Uncle Zhang is a man who is accustomed to frugality and has never liked extravagance and waste.
"Dad, what's wrong with you?" Zhang Xiaoming couldn't help but feel anxious when he saw that Uncle Zhang had not answered for a long time.
Uncle Zhang took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. He looked at the expectant faces of his son and daughter-in-law, and a sense of powerlessness suddenly swelled up in his heart. He lowered his head, avoided their gaze, and slowly spoke: "It's nothing, I'm just a little tired." Eat and leave me alone. "
After saying that, Uncle Zhang got up and left the living room and returned to the bedroom alone. He sat on the edge of the bed, looking out the window at the view, his eyes filled with tears. He knew that the gap between him and his son and daughter-in-law was getting bigger and bigger, and it seemed that they could no longer truly understand and understand each other.
Uncle Zhang looked at his son's concerned eyes, and his heart suddenly felt sour. He sighed and said, "Son, you buy such an expensive durian every week, I know you are here to reward yourself for your hard work. However, have you ever thought that my monthly living expenses are not enough for three people? Your living expenses are earned by yourself, and I understand that you can squander them as you like. But my share of living expenses is something I've saved by working hard for many years. "
Speaking of this, Uncle Zhang's tears finally couldn't help but burst out of his eyes. Yes, he couldn't bear that money, because it was all his savings. However, more importantly, he felt that his son and daughter-in-law lacked the most basic respect and understanding for him. He opened the home to them so that they could live for a while, and he thought they could regain their family ties and live happily. Unexpectedly, they were so selfish and turned a blind eye to his feelings.
Seeing this, the expression on Zhang Xiaoming's face suddenly became helpless and guilty. He stepped forward and wanted to hug Uncle Zhang, but Uncle Zhang subconsciously avoided him. "Dad, I'm sorry, we really did something wrong. Zhang Xiaoming said bitterly, "We only care about enjoying life, but ignore your feelings." We are so selfish. "
Li Ying also stepped forward, her face full of apologies: "Uncle, what you said is too reasonable. We are indeed extravagant and have no respect for you at all. You're retired, living expenses are all your income, and we should be frugal. From now on, we will never buy such a valuable thing again. "
Uncle Zhang looked at the sincere expressions of the two, and the anger in his heart calmed down a little. However, he knew that apologies alone were not enough, and the rift between them was too deep and too deep. "Son, I'll be honest, I'm really glad you moved in with me. However, after all this time, you I have seen and I remember you are two people. Uncle Zhang's tears rolled down his cheeks, "You have become so selfish and only interested in pleasure, but you are unaware of my feelings. I don't know how to get along with you anymore. "
Uncle Zhang's words were like a hammer, hitting Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying's hearts fiercely. The two looked at each other, speechless.
After a moment of silence, Zhang Xiaoming finally spoke: "Dad, you're right. We did get a lot of things wrong. However, you have to believe that our feelings for you are genuine. We're just confused. From now on, we will definitely correct our mistakes and do our best to make up for you. "
Li Ying also nodded again and again: "Uncle, please give us a chance to be a new person." We were wrong, but we will correct it. "
Uncle Zhang nodded and said, "Okay, I trust you. However, you must strictly follow the new rules we have set, or I will have to ask you to move out. "
Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying nodded again and again if they were reborn. The three of them sat down and made detailed plans for the distribution of living expenses and daily expenses. Uncle Zhang strictly demanded that the monthly expenses must be controlled within a certain range, and they must not be extravagant and squandering. At the same time, he also put forward some other requirements, such as doing housework every week, spending more time with him on holidays, and so on.
After this "thrilling" scene, Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying finally realized their mistakes and began to correct them. They stop splurging and save as much as they can. At the same time, they are also more considerate of Uncle Zhang's feelings, and often take the initiative to accompany him and share the housework.
Gradually, the atmosphere of harmony returned to the small family. Uncle Zhang watched the changes in his son and daughter-in-law, not to mention how happy he was. The three of them have also become more harmonious, and there is no longer the previous estrangement and mustard.
In this way, more than a year passed quickly. One day, Zhang Xiaoming happily ran to tell Uncle Zhang the good news that he and Li Ying had finally saved enough for a down payment and could buy a new house in the city.
Uncle Zhang was very happy when he heard this, he knew that his son and daughter-in-law had been running the house frugally for so long for this goal. However, he was still a little reluctant, because once his son and daughter-in-law moved out, he was the only one left in the family.
Seeing Uncle Zhang's worries, Zhang Xiaoming hurriedly comforted: "Dad, don't worry, the new house we bought is not far from here, and we will often come to see you in the future." "
Li Ying also said: "Uncle, you will treat this place as your home, and when you miss us, you will come to our new home as a guest." Our family's relationship will never change. "
Hearing this, Uncle Zhang's heart suddenly became much more steady. Yes, they are no longer the selfish son and daughter-in-law they used to be, they really love themselves and attach great importance to the relationship between their families.
So, on a sunny day, Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying happily moved into a new house. Uncle Zhang personally saw him off, and it was difficult to hide his pride and pride in his words along the way.
Since then, Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying have returned with their children to visit Uncle Zhang every weekend. The family is happy, warm and harmonious. Sometimes, Uncle Zhang will also take the initiative to go to his son's house as a guest, and the long-lost family affection flows and sublimates in this big family.
The road of life is always full of ups and downs, but as long as we are considerate and understand each other, we will be able to resolve differences and regain family affection. Uncle Zhang is sincerely happy for the change of his son and daughter-in-law, and he believes that the relationship between their family will get better and better forever.
After Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying moved into a new home, Uncle Zhang's life also underwent some changes. Although he was the only one left in the family, he did not feel alone. On the contrary, he enjoyed the quiet and solitude.
Sometimes, Uncle Zhang will tidy up the old things at home and recall all kinds of past events. He would look through old photos from his childhood, when he was young and handsome, full of ideals and ambitions. He will think of his parents, whose teachings made him grow up to be an upright and kind person. He will also recall the years spent with his wife, although she is long gone, but the bits and pieces between them will always be engraved in his heart.
Whenever this happens, Uncle Zhang will thank life for all the good things it has given him, even if there is inevitably some bitterness and regret in it. Yes, he has entered the old age of his life, but he does not take life too seriously. On the contrary, he cherishes every day more and treats every bit of life with an optimistic and positive attitude.
Sometimes, Uncle Zhang will also do some exercises within his ability to maintain his health. He would take a walk in the nearby park and get some fresh air; Or do aerobics at home and move your hands and feet. With such a lifestyle, Uncle Zhang has always been physically strong even though he is old.
Of course, what Uncle Zhang is looking forward to most is that his son's family will come to his house to reunite with him on the weekend. Every time he saw Zhang Xiaoming and Li Ying pushing the door in, and two lovely grandchildren threw themselves into his arms, Uncle Zhang would feel extremely happy and warm.
The family would sit together and talk and laugh about family life. Zhang Xiaoming will talk about interesting things at work, and Li Ying will share the growth of children. The two grandchildren are also always lively and active, and from time to time they will make the adults laugh.
Sometimes, everyone will play chess and cards together and spend a leisurely time. Uncle Zhang likes to play chess with his grandchildren, and although he often loses to these two "little ones", he enjoys it. Li Ying, on the other hand, is good at making some handicrafts, and she will patiently teach her two granddaughters, and the family is happy.
And just like that, amid laughter, the afternoon passed quickly. Before leaving, Uncle Zhang was always reluctant, he would hug his son and daughter-in-law and tell them to be careful on the road. And the two grandchildren will throw themselves into his arms and coquettish him to tell stories.
Yes, life is like this, there are ups and downs, and there are ups and downs. But as long as we have a grateful heart and face life with a positive and optimistic attitude, we will definitely be able to find the taste of happiness. Just like Uncle Zhang, despite some setbacks and tribulations, he eventually found his own path to happiness.