Xiao Ming's family has not returned to their hometown for more than two years, and as the Spring Festival approaches, they decided to take their friend Xiao Wang's car back for the New Year. Xiao Wang is Xiao Ming's good friend since childhood, and the relationship between the two is as close as siblings.
A week before departure, Xiao Ming called Xiao Wang and said, "Brother Wang, how have you thought about going back to your hometown for the Chinese New Year?
Xiao Wang agreed without saying a word: "Okay, no problem! I'm ready here, when the time comes, you can come directly downstairs to my house and put everything in the car." "
Early the morning before Chinese New Year's Eve, Xiao Ming's family came downstairs to Xiao Wang's house. Xiao Ming's parents carried two large boxes, and the little sister carried a small school bag. Seeing Xiao Wang, everyone greeted him warmly.
"Brother Wang, thank you so much for being willing to take our family back!" Xiao Ming stepped forward and gave Xiao Wang a big hug.
Xiao Wang smiled and said: "What's this, we are like family, you can count on me at any time." Hurry up and put your luggage in the car, I've left room in the trunk. "
The family began to put their luggage in Xiao Wang's car. Xiao Ming's sister Xiaohong was particularly clingy to Xiao Wang, and while stuffing her schoolbag into the trunk, she threw herself into Xiao Wang's arms and coquettishly said: "Brother Wang, can I sit next to you?"
Xiao Wang rubbed Xiaohong's hair dotingly: "Of course you can, get in the car." "
Soon, everyone put everything away and started the long journey home. Xiaohong really obediently sat in the co-pilot's seat, and as soon as she got in the car, she leaned on Xiao Wang's shoulder and took a nap. Xiao Ming and his parents sat in the back row, talking in a low voice.
Xiao Wang started the car and slowly drove out of the community. He glanced in the rearview mirror and saw that Xiao Ming's parents were seriously talking to each other, as if they were discussing something important. But he didn't care, just concentrated on driving.
The car slowly drove on the way back to his hometown, and the road was smooth. Xiao Wang hummed a little song and was in a very happy mood. He turned on the car stereo, and the melodious music sounded, and the atmosphere suddenly became more relaxed and comfortable.
After the car drove for a few hours, Xiao Ming's mother suddenly spoke: "Brother Wang, you have to pay some fuel money, our family has gotten into your car." "
Xiao Wang was a little surprised, but still replied politely: "Auntie, it's okay, you just think of it as a little bit of my heart for you to celebrate the New Year." "
Xiao Ming's father continued: "But Brother Wang, you put so many things in the trunk, and we have no place to put our luggage." "
Xiao Wang explained: "I have already sorted out the space in the trunk, and your luggage can be placed." As for the cost of gas, you are my best friend, so why would you ask me for gas? I should take your family back to my hometown. "
Xiao Ming's mother frowned, but didn't say anything more. Xiao Wang saw the look on Xiao Ming's face, so he took the initiative to divert the topic and chatted with him about his work and life. Xiao Ming was relieved and began to talk to Xiao Wang about his career development.
It was almost noon, and Xiao Wang stopped at a gas station to refuel. Seeing this, Xiao Ming's parents suddenly got out of the car and asked Xiao Wang for money. Xiao Wang smiled and shook his head: "No, no, this fuel cost is nothing." Think of it as a little bit of my heart. "
Unexpectedly, Xiao Ming's father suddenly became angry and said loudly: "Are you so rich at a young age?
Xiao Wang finally couldn't bear it anymore, and raised his voice and retorted: "Uncle, what you said is too much! We are like family, how can you treat me like this? I have spent a lot of time and energy on taking your family back to my hometown, but you don't even have a word of thanks, but blindly ask for my fuel money!"
Xiao Ming hurriedly stepped forward to persuade him, for fear that his parents and friends would fall out. "Dad, Mom, Brother Wang is my best friend, how can you do this? We should thank him. "
Xiao Ming's mother was unmoved: "Thank you for what? Since he took the initiative to take us back, he should bear this fuel cost, this is his obligation!"
Xiao Ming looked at Xiao Wang helplessly, and could only ask him to give the money to his parents first, and then return it to him when he returned. Xiao Wang agreed discouragedly and handed the money to Xiao Ming's father.
For the rest of the way, the car was full of slaughter. Xiao Wang drove silently, with mixed feelings in his heart. He didn't understand why Xiao Ming's parents were so him? In the end, he made up his mind that when he arrived at Xiao Ming's house, he would immediately return to the city.
"Brother Wang, you have driven so far away, how can you leave immediately? at least stay for a few days and have a good rest. Xiao Ming looked surprised and dissuaded him again and again.
However, Xiao Wang said categorically: "No, Xiao Ming." I have completely lost the desire to live in your house. Your family's attitude towards me makes me feel as if I am just an outsider, a laborer, not your closest friend. "
"Alright, Xiao Ming, it's time for me to go. Xiao Wang patted him on the shoulder, "Happy New Year." Reunite when you have time. After saying that, he walked to the car without looking back, started the engine, and drove away from Xiao Ming's home. Somehow, he felt a sense of relief in his heart that he had never felt before.
On the way back to the city driving alone, Xiao Wang's mood was unprecedentedly calm. No one in the car spoke, no one made unreasonable demands, and no one rolled at him or sneered. This silence, this loneliness, gave him unprecedented freedom.
Xiao Wang began to reflect on his past life. Since he was a child, he has always regarded Xiao Ming's family as his own family, and Xiao Ming's home is his home. But what happened today made him realize how naïve and naïve this idea was. Blood is thicker than water, family affection is the most important thing after all, and it is difficult for outsiders to integrate into it.
However, Xiao Wang did not have much resentment towards Xiao Ming's family. On the contrary, he felt more regret and helplessness. As a good friend, he should have understood Xiao Ming's situation, instead of deciding to leave because of a momentary impulse. Perhaps, after a while, after both parties have calmed down, their friendship will return to normal.
Thinking of this, Xiao Wang's mood became more peaceful. He turned on the car stereo and hummed an old song softly, as if expressing his complex emotions in this way.
Before he knew it, Xiao Wang had already driven back to the city. He parked the car at the entrance of the community, picked up his mobile phone and dialed another friend, Xiao Li.
"Hey, Lizi, I just came back from Xiao Ming's house, and now at the gate of the community, are you at home?
Xiao Li asked in surprise: "How was it that you came back so early, did the journey go well?"
Xiao Wang sighed softly: "It's okay, it's just that Xiao Ming's family is a little too much and has a bad attitude towards me." But that's okay, let's talk about it in another place. "
"Oh, then I'll come here. Xiao Li said.
Soon, Xiao Li came to the gate of the community and got into Xiao Wang's car. The two drove together to a nearby tavern.
"What's going on, why does Xiao Ming's family have such a bad attitude towards you?" Xiao Li asked curiously.
Xiao Wang smiled bitterly and said, "How can I fight back? They are indeed Xiao Ming's family, and I am just an outsider." Besides, Xiao Ming is my best friend, and I don't want to hurt my feelings with him for this little thing. "
"But, even if it's your best friend, the other party can't insult you like that, right?" Xiao Li frowned and said, "If it were me, I would have driven Xiao Ming's family out of the car a long time ago." "
Xiao Wang smiled and shook his head: "You are just too impulsive." We can't completely negate years of friendship because of a moment of resentment. I believe that after a while, this matter will be forgotten, and the relationship between me and Xiao Ming will return to the same as before. "
Xiao Li sighed helplessly: "I just admire that you can be so transparent." But seriously, I think you should have a good talk with Xiao Ming so that he can also realize how excessive his parents' behavior is. Friends should also respect each other, and you are not the only one who is giving in. "
Xiao Wang nodded: "I will, I will have a good talk with Xiao Ming." But don't disturb their reunion time now, let's wait for the New Year. "
The two of them drank a little wine and chatted about their work and life at the end of the year. Xiao Wang's mood gradually calmed down, and his heart was filled with joy and anticipation again. He believes that friendship can stand the test, and that as long as both parties are sincere, they will be able to repair the rift and regain their original intimacy.
The Spring Festival holiday passed quickly, and Xiao Wang returned to work. But Xiao Ming's affairs have been haunting his heart. He began to reflect on whether he had been too impulsive and whether he should have been more patient and tolerant.
Finally, on a weekend afternoon, Xiao Wang dialed Xiao Ming's phone.
"Hey, Xiao Ming, I'm Brother Wang. "
"Ah, Brother Wang, have a good New Year!" Xiao Ming's voice sounded excited.
"Well, Happy New Year. Xiao Wang paused and said straight to the point, "I was in too much of a hurry that day, I'm sorry." "
"No, no, Brother Wang, it's our family who can't stand you. Xiao Ming hurriedly explained, "Mom and Dad, they are too much, you have every reason to be angry." I should have given them a hard lesson. "
"Well, you're speaking lightly. Xiao Wang sighed, "But I'm relieved to open it." After all, you are a family, and it is inevitable that there will be some short-term things in the parents. As an outsider, I shouldn't have been so calculating. "
"But Brother Wang, you are not an outsider to us. Xiao Ming's voice carried a hint of grievance, "You are my dear friend and my family." "
Xiao Wang's heart warmed, and he hurriedly said: "Then you have to discipline and discipline your parents well, don't let them be so unreasonable to my friends." "
"Don't worry, Brother Wang, I've already counted them down. Xiao Ming smiled and said, "They also realize their mistakes now, let me tell you, they sincerely apologize to you." "
"Oh, that's great. Xiao Wang said happily, "Then that's it, I'll invite you to have dinner again when I'm free, and get together." "
"Cheng, Cheng, you must come when the time comes. "Xiao Ming should take it.
The two chatted for a while, and Xiao Wang hung up the phone. His mood was extremely happy, and he finally untied the knot with Xiao Ming. The boat of friendship is finally back in the calm waters.
A few days later, on Saturday night, Xiao Wang invited Xiao Ming's family to a restaurant in the city for a party. Xiao Ming and his parents arrived early, and when they saw Xiao Wang coming in, they all had a sincere smile on their faces.
"Brother Wang, sit down. Xiao Ming greeted warmly.
Xiao Wang smiled and sat down opposite them, and Xiao Ming's parents also nodded their heads again and again, with apologetic expressions on their faces.
"Brother Wang, we were really too much that day, and we sincerely apologize to you. Xiao Ming's mother said.
"Don't take it personally, Auntie. Xiao Wang hurriedly waved his hand, "Let the past pass, let's just have a good reunion dinner." "
Everyone happily ordered the food. Xiao Wang took care of Xiao Ming's sister Xiaohong as always, and carefully sandwiched her favorite side dishes into her bowl. Looking at the happy scene in front of him, Xiao Wang's heart was full of happiness.
"Oh, that's good, Xiaohong, congratulations. Xiao Wang smiled and touched Xiaohong's head.
"It's all thanks to Brother Wang, your care and cultivation for me since I was a child. Xiaohong said shyly.
"Wherever you are, you're smart yourself. Xiao Wang waved his hand again and again.
Everyone ate happily and chatted about their parents. The atmosphere was warm and harmonious, and there was no disagreement at all. Xiao Wang's heart was filled with happiness, and he thanked God for allowing him and Xiao Ming to regain their precious friendship.
At this moment, Xiao Ming's father suddenly clapped his hands and said, "Brother Wang, I have discussed with my aunt, let's move to the city and live with you in a few days." "
"What?" Xiao Wang was stunned for a moment, "Are you going to move to the city?"
"Yes, my aunt and I don't have anything to worry about in our hometown. Xiao Ming's father said, "We plan to move to the city to enjoy the family and have a good time in the city, so that Xiaohong can go to a good school in the city." When the time comes, I will be able to see you often, and I won't have to bother you to drive so far anymore. "
"Great!" Xiao Wang clapped his hands happily, "Then I must treat you well!"
Everyone laughed and clinked glasses, and Xiao Wang's heart was filled with unprecedented happiness and expectation. He knew that the friendship with Xiao Ming's family would be as close as ever, and it would become stronger and longer.