"Dad, don't worry so much, it's good for our family to have a simpler New Year." Lao Zhang's son, Lao Wang, persuaded.
"What? Simpler? Don't you kid take me as the master of the house seriously? The New Year pays attention to face, what do you know?" Old Grandpa Zhang said unhappily.
"Dad, don't be angry. You're so worried about it alone, we're all worried about you. You're not in good health right now, so don't be too tired. Lao Zhang's daughter-in-law Xiaoli also persuaded.
"Hmph, you juniors are just ignorant. The Chinese New Year is going to be lively, and we want relatives and friends to see the pomp and circumstance of our family. Prepare for the arrival of your friends and family. "Old Grandpa Zhang looked unquestionable.
Lao Wang and Xiaoli glanced at each other helplessly, they knew that it would be useless to say anything at this time, and Grandpa Zhang was such a face-loving person.
In this way, under the "command" of Grandpa Zhang, the family began various preparations for the New Year. From Zhang Luo's Chinese New Year's Eve dinner, to decorating the room, to purchasing various holiday supplies, Grandpa Zhang arranged them one by one. Although his son and daughter-in-law reminded him to pay attention to his body from time to time, Grandpa Zhang just refused to relax and had to stare at it himself.
Finally, the thirtieth year of the Chinese New Year's Eve has arrived. The family sat around the dining table and enjoyed a sumptuous Chinese New Year's Eve dinner. Old Grandpa Zhang looked around with satisfaction, a proud smile on his face.
"Look, I just said that the New Year is going to be lively. Look at it, the dishes are rich, the furnishings are exquisite, and relatives and friends are here, our family's New Year's pomp is not small, right?" Old Grandpa Zhang said proudly.
"yes, Dad, you've worked so hard. But you also need to pay attention to your body and don't get too tired. Lao Wang said with some concern.
"What's not tired, I'm in good health. Enjoy the year and leave me alone. Old Grandpa Zhang waved his hand, as if to say, "This little thing is nothing."
After the meal, relatives and friends came to pay New Year's greetings, and Grandpa Zhang received them one by one, full of enthusiasm. He greeted each guest with a smile on his face, and from time to time boasted of his sumptuous Chinese New Year's Eve dinner and unique decorations. Everyone also praised Grandpa Zhang's generosity and hospitality.
In this way, a lively Chinese New Year's Eve dinner passed. Old Grandpa Zhang blossomed, and he felt that his face was finally enough.
"Son, hurry up and get the car ready for me, I'm going to visit relatives and friends." Old Grandpa Zhang was urging while busy dressing up.
"Dad, just rest for a while, you don't have to get up so early on the first day of the new year. You've been busy all night last night, and you're exhausted. Lao Wang persuaded.
"What is not tired, I am in good spirits! Hurry up and get the car ready for me, don't grind. "Grandpa Zhang didn't mean to relax at all.
Seeing Lao Zhang's undoubted appearance, Lao Wang had no choice but to obediently prepare the car.
Soon, Grandpa Zhang got in the car and started a one-day New Year's greeting trip. He first visited the highest-ranking families among relatives and friends, and everywhere he went, Grandpa Zhang put on an enthusiastic look, boasting about his family's pomp and circumstance for the New Year from time to time. Relatives and friends also praised Grandpa Zhang's generosity and hospitality.
"Oh, Grandpa Zhang, your New Year's celebration is really fanfare! The dishes are rich and the decorations are exquisite, and I envy the lively atmosphere of your home. An old friend said from the bottom of his heart.
"Haha, that's that! I, the master of the house, am willing to pay for it. The New Year is going to be lively, let relatives and friends see the pomp and circumstance of our family. Grandpa Zhang said proudly.
The praise of relatives and friends made Grandpa Zhang more and more inflated. He felt that this Chinese New Year was really a great success, and he had enough face.
It wasn't until the afternoon that Grandpa Zhang finally returned home to rest. He was panting with exhaustion, but he still had a satisfied smile on his face.
"You see, I've been very busy today, visiting a large circle of friends and family. They all said that our family's New Year's pomp was too big and too face-saving. Old Grandpa Zhang gasped and said smugly.
"You're so tired, do you want to take a break?" Xiaoli asked with concern.
"There's no rest, I'm stiff! The New Year is to be busy, and only when you are busy can you have the energy to celebrate the New Year. Old Grandpa Zhang waved his hand, as if to say, "This little thing is nothing."
In this way, Grandpa Zhang began his New Year's greeting journey on the second day of the Lunar New Year. On this day, he was busy again, visiting relatives and friends outside from morning to night. By the time he got home, he was so tired that he was about to collapse.
"Dad, you're so tired today, do you want to take a break?" Lao Wang asked with concern.
"Tired, tired, I'm in good spirits! The New Year is to be busy, and only when you are busy can you have the energy to celebrate the New Year. "Old Grandpa Zhang still looks unquestionable.
In this way, for several days, Grandpa Zhang was busy visiting relatives and friends. Although his son and daughter-in-law reminded him to pay attention to his body from time to time, Grandpa Zhang just refused to relax and insisted on visiting him in person.
Finally on the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, Grandpa Zhang looked very tired. His face was pale, and his eyes looked a little distracted.
"Dad, you're so tired these days, do you want to take a good rest?" Xiaoli said with concern.
"Rest? There is no time to rest during the New Year, and there are still many relatives and friends who have not visited. Old Grandpa Zhang said unhappily.
"But Dad, you look really tired right now, why don't we visit another day?" Lao Wang persuaded.
"Another day? Change what day! The New Year is to strike while the iron is hot, and if you drag it to the back, you will lose face. Go get your car ready, I'm going to continue my New Year's trip!" Old Grandpa Zhang had no intention of relaxing.
Seeing Grandpa Zhang's unquestionable appearance, Lao Wang and Xiaoli had no choice but to obediently prepare the car.
At this moment, Grandpa Zhang suddenly felt dizzy and almost couldn't stand steadily. Fortunately, his son and daughter-in-law were quick and helped him in time.
"Dad, what's wrong with you? Does it matter?" Lao Wang and Xiaoli hurriedly asked.
"No, nothing, I'm fine. Hurry up and get your car ready, I'm going out to pay New Year's greetings. Although Grandpa Zhang's face was pale, he still insisted on going out.
At this time, Xiaoli suddenly had an idea, "Dad, I see that you are too tired these days, why don't we take a good rest at home today?" I'll cook some of your favorite dishes and we'll have a good family reunion. "
"What? Resting at home? I'm not going to do it!" Grandpa Zhang immediately refused, "The Chinese New Year is to go out to visit relatives and friends, how can you stay at home?" Get your car ready!"
"But Dad, you're so tired now, and we're all anxious for you. Why don't you just rest at home today?" Lao Wang also persuaded.
"What are you two talking about! I said I was going out to pay New Year's greetings, and you prepared a car for me. "Old Grandpa Zhang changed his previous kindness and became a little irritable.
Looking at Grandpa Zhang's appearance, Lao Wang and Xiaoli glanced at each other, and couldn't help but feel a little helpless. They know that it is useless to say anything at this time, and Grandpa Zhang is a person who wants to save face.
At this moment, Xiaoli suddenly thought of an idea, "Dad, otherwise, let's spend the eighth day of the new year at home today, and go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings?"
"What? Spending the eighth day of junior high school at home? Are you crazy? The Chinese New Year is to go out to pay New Year's greetings, how can you stay at home?" Old Grandpa Zhang said angrily.
"Rest? There is no time to rest during the New Year, and there are still many relatives and friends who have not visited. Hurry up and get your car ready, I'm going to continue my New Year's trip!" Old Grandpa Zhang had no intention of relaxing.
Looking at Grandpa Zhang's unquestionable appearance, Lao Wang and Xiaoli both sighed helplessly. They know that no matter what they say at this time, it will be in vain, and Grandpa Zhang is a person who is determined to save face.
At this moment, Xiaoli suddenly had an idea, "Dad, I thought of a good idea, otherwise we will have a good time at home today, and then go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings?"
"What? Spending the eighth day of junior high school at home? Are you crazy?" When Grandpa Zhang heard this proposal, he immediately became angry again.
"Rest? There is no time to rest during the New Year, and there are still many relatives and friends who have not visited. Hurry up and get your car ready, I'm going to continue my New Year's trip!" Old Grandpa Zhang still insisted on his own views and refused to relax at all.
"Dad, why don't we spend the eighth day of the new year at home today, and you will go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings?" Lao Wang said tentatively.
"What? Spending the eighth day of junior high school at home? Are you two trying to harm me? The Chinese New Year is to go out to pay New Year's greetings, how can you stay at home?" Old Grandpa Zhang was even more angry.
"But Dad, you're so tired now, and we're all anxious for you. Why don't you take a good rest at home today and go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings?" Xiaoli persuaded again.
"Rest? There is no time to rest during the New Year, and there are still many relatives and friends who have not visited. Hurry up and get your car ready, I'm going to continue my New Year's trip!" Old Grandpa Zhang still refused to relax.
Looking at Grandpa Zhang's stubborn appearance, Lao Wang and Xiaoli glanced at each other, and suddenly had a bold idea.
"Dad, let's have a good time at home today, and you can go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings. You're so tired right now, we're all worried about you. Xiaoli said gently.
"What? Spending the eighth day of junior high school at home? Are you trying to harm me? The Chinese New Year is to go out to pay New Year's greetings, how can you stay at home?" Old Grandpa Zhang was even more angry.
"But Dad, you're so tired now, why don't you take a good rest at home and go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings?" Lao Wang said tentatively.
"Rest? There is no time to rest during the New Year, and there are still many relatives and friends who have not visited. Hurry up and get your car ready, I'm going to continue my New Year's trip!" Grandpa Zhang still insisted on his opinion.
At this moment, Xiaoli suddenly had an idea, "Dad, if you really don't want to spend the eighth day at home, then let's run away today!"
"What? Running away? Are you crazy?" Old Grandpa Zhang looked at Xiaoli in surprise.
"Yes, we won't be at home today, so you can go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings. You're so tired right now, we're all worried about you. Xiaoli said, took Lao Wang's hand and walked towards the door.
"What are you two going to do? Stop me!" Old Grandpa Zhang shouted angrily.
However, Xiaoli and Lao Wang had already walked out of the gate and walked outside without looking back.
"Stop! I said I was going out to pay New Year's greetings, how could you leave without permission?" Old Grandpa Zhang was so angry that he yelled loudly, but he still couldn't catch up with them.
In the end, Grandpa Zhang could only stand helplessly in place, watching the back of his son and daughter-in-law in the distance. He trembled with anger, but he was helpless.
In this way, Grandpa Zhang stayed at home alone, unable to continue his New Year's greeting journey. He sat on the couch with a confused look in his eyes and a sense of frustration in his heart.
"How did it come to this? The Chinese New Year is to go out to pay New Year's greetings, how can you stay at home? How can they leave without permission?" Old Grandpa Zhang muttered to himself, looking angry and disappointed.
At this moment, Lao Wang and Xiaoli suddenly turned back, holding something in their hands.
"Dad, look, we bought you some of your favorite New Year's goods, so you can take a good rest at home." Xiaoli said gently.
"What? You're back?" Old Grandpa Zhang was a little surprised.
"Dad, you're so tired now, we're all worried about you. Why don't you take a good rest at home today and go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings?" Lao Wang persuaded.
"However, the New Year is to go out to pay New Year's greetings, how can you stay at home?" Grandpa Zhang still insisted on his own point of view.
"Dad, you're so tired now, we're all worried about you. Why don't you take a good rest at home today and go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings?" Xiaoli persuaded again.
Looking at the sincere expressions of his son and daughter-in-law, Grandpa Zhang finally shook a little. He was silent for a long time, and finally sighed, "Okay, then let's have a good time at home." "
"Great, Dad! You see, we bought you some New Year's goods, so you can take a good rest at home and go out tomorrow to pay New Year's greetings. Xiaoli said happily.
This time, Grandpa Zhang was not so anxious, but slowly visited relatives and friends. Everywhere he went, he would take the initiative to care about each other's physical condition and chat with them about family life. Relatives and friends were also moved by Grandpa Zhang's concern, and praised him for becoming more sensible.
In this way, for the remaining few days, Grandpa Zhang rested at home, and occasionally went out to visit relatives and friends. Everywhere he went, he would take the initiative to care about each other's physical condition and chat with them about family life. Relatives and friends were also moved by Grandpa Zhang's concern, and praised him for becoming more sensible.
"Grandpa Zhang, your New Year's celebration this time has really changed, and you are no longer in a hurry to greet the New Year as in previous years. Are you getting some rest?" An old friend asked with concern.
"You're right! The Chinese New Year is all about relaxing and not getting too tired. Your attitude for the New Year is really good, we are all happy for you. Another friend and relative said from the bottom of their hearts.
The praise of relatives and friends made Grandpa Zhang feel very gratified. He finally realized that the Chinese New Year is not simply about saving face, but more importantly, about spending time with his family and enjoying the festival.
Back at home, Grandpa Zhang said to his son and daughter-in-law: "I am indeed too tired for the Chinese New Year, thanks to you for holding me in time." If it weren't for you, I would have been working hard and losing money. "
"Dad, we're all thinking about you. You're much better now, and we're really happy for you. Lao Wang said with relief.
"yes, Dad. Our family is the most important thing, and the Chinese New Year is to enjoy it and not to work too hard. Xiaoli also said with a smile.
"Dad, your New Year's celebration is really different this time, and you are no longer in a hurry to greet the New Year as in previous years. Are you getting some rest?" Lao Wang asked with concern.
"Haha, I'm not afraid you're worried. The Chinese New Year is all about resting, and enjoying it is the most important thing. Grandpa Zhang said with a smile.
"You're right! The Chinese New Year is all about relaxing and not getting too tired. Your attitude for the New Year is really good, we are all happy for you. Xiaoli said sincerely.
Old Grandpa Zhang nodded, with a relieved smile on his face. He thanked his son and daughter-in-law for their concern and for being able to stop their stubborn behaviour in time.
Since then, Grandpa Zhang's way of celebrating the New Year has changed. He is no longer in a hurry to visit relatives and friends, but to spend more time with his family and enjoy the happy hours of the holidays with them.
"The Chinese New Year is all about being with your family, having a good rest and relaxing, and not being too tired." This became the New Year's motto of Grandpa Zhang.
Every Chinese New Year, Grandpa Zhang will discuss the New Year's arrangements with his son and daughter-in-law in advance, and everyone will discuss how to have a simple and warm New Year.
In this way, Grandpa Zhang gradually learned how to truly enjoy the fun of the New Year, and no longer clinging to the vanity of face. He also cherished the time he spent with his family even more, learned to relax himself, and no longer worked so hard and lost money.