Lao Zhang sat on an old sofa in the living room, holding a yellowed photo of him and his wife when he was young. There was a hint of melancholy in his eyes, and a helpless smile on the corner of his mouth. In the corner of the living room, an old-fashioned TV is playing a family drama, but Lao Zhang's mind is obviously not on it.
"Dad, you're looking at this picture again." Xiao Zhang walked into the living room, saw the photo in his father's hand, and sighed softly.
Lao Zhang raised his head and looked at his son, a trace of love flashed in his eyes: "Yes, every time I see this photo, I think of your mother and our family's traditions." ”
Xiao Zhang sat opposite his father, frowning: "I know you have always wanted a grandson, but the doctor said that I am ...... sick."
Lao Zhang interrupted his son's words: "Xiao Zhang, you don't need to say it, I know everything." But it's a matter of our family's bloodline, how can I not worry about it? ”
Xiao Zhang was silent for a while, and then said, "Dad, I actually have an idea, I don't know if you agree with it." ”
Lao Zhang looked at his son suspiciously: "What do you think?" ”
Xiao Zhang took a deep breath: "I want my sister Xiaofang to help, she can give birth to a child for me." ”
When Lao Zhang heard this, he was stunned, and the photo in his hand almost fell: "This ...... How does this work? Xiaofang is already married, what will her husband Xiao Li think? ”
Xiao Zhang said firmly: "I have already talked to Xiao Fang, and she is willing to make sacrifices for our family. As for Xiao Li, we will try our best to convince him. ”
Lao Zhang shook his head: "It's not a trivial matter, you have to think about it." Xiaofang's happiness is also very important, and we cannot sacrifice her future for the sake of our own wishes. ”
Xiao Zhang stood up, walked to his father's side, and held his hand: "Dad, I know this is difficult for you to accept, but this is the only way at the moment. I will work with Xiao Fang to have a good talk with Xiao Li. ”
Lao Zhang looked at his son's firm eyes, and his heart was mixed. He knows that his son is for his good, but behind this decision, too many people's emotions and futures are involved.
"Okay, you guys go talk to Xiao Li first and see his attitude. But remember, no matter what the outcome, we have to respect Xiao Fang and Xiao Li's decision. Lao Zhang finally compromised, but his worries were not alleviated.
Xiao Zhang nodded, turned around and was about to leave, but stopped at the door: "Dad, don't worry, we will take care of all this." ”
Lao Zhang looked at the back of his son's departure, and silently prayed in his heart, hoping that the family could find a way to satisfy the tradition and protect everyone's happiness.
Xiao Fang sat in her room, holding a doctor's diagnosis in her hand, which clearly stated her younger brother Xiao Zhang's infertility. She has mixed feelings, both sympathy for her brother and worries about the future of her family.
"Xiaofang, have you really thought it through?" Xiao Zhang's voice came from outside the door, with a hint of uncertainty.
Xiao Fang took a deep breath, opened the door, and looked at her younger brother: "I have already thought very clearly, for the sake of my father and our family, I am willing to do this." ”
Xiao Zhang looked at his sister's firm eyes, and his heart was full of gratitude: "Xiao Fang, you are really great." I know this is a great sacrifice for you, I ...... I don't know how to thank you. ”
Xiao Fang smiled slightly and patted her younger brother's shoulder: "We are family, we don't need to say thank you." It's just that we have to talk to Xiao Li about this matter. ”
Xiao Zhang nodded: "Yes, Xiao Li's side, we have to find a suitable time to explain it clearly." ”
A few days later, Xiao Fang and Xiao Zhang sat in the living room together, waiting for Xiao Li to come home from work. When Xiao Li pushed the door in, he couldn't help but feel nervous when he saw the serious expressions of the two.
"Xiao Li, we have something to discuss with you." Xiao Fang said.
Xiao Li put down the briefcase in his hand and sat down: "What's so serious?" ”
Xiao Fang and Xiao Zhang glanced at each other, and Xiao Zhang said, "It's about my body, I ...... I can't have children of my own. ”
Xiao Li was stunned for a moment, and then asked with concern: "Then what are you going to do?" ”
Xiaofang took over the conversation: "I want to give birth to a child for Xiao Zhang through artificial insemination, so that my father's wish can also come true." ”
After Xiao Li heard this, his face suddenly became complicated: "Xiao Fang, do you know what you are talking about?" It's not just about having a baby, it's about the relationship between us and our husband, and the future of the child. ”
Xiao Fang held Xiao Li's hand and said sincerely: "I know this is difficult for you to accept, but this is for our family and for Dad." I will do my best not to let this affect our marriage. ”
Xiao Li was silent, he looked at Xiao Fang's firm eyes, and then at Xiao Zhang's pleading gaze, and the struggle in his heart became more and more intense.
"I need time to think about it." Xiao Li finally said, his voice trembling a little.
Xiao Fang and Xiao Zhang nodded, they knew that this decision was equally difficult for Xiao Li.
"We're waiting for you, Xiao Li. Whatever your decision is, we will respect it. Xiao Fang said softly.
Xiao Li stood up and walked to the balcony, with his back to them, looking at the sky in the distance, his heart full of entanglement.
As night fell, Xiao Li sat alone on a rocking chair on the balcony, holding a glass of untouched red wine in his hand. His mind was like the wine in this glass, swaying and difficult to calm down. Xiao Fang's decision was like a boulder thrown into his otherwise peaceful heart lake, causing ripples.
"Xiao Li, are you still thinking about that?" Xiao Fang walked lightly to the balcony, with a hint of worry in her voice.
Xiao Li didn't look back, just responded lightly: "Well, I'm thinking, we have been married for so many years, and I always thought that there was no secret or estrangement between us." But now ......"
Xiao Fang walked up to him, squatted down, and looked up at him: "I know this is a huge blow to you, but I really hope you can understand. It's not for myself, it's for our whole family. ”
Xiao Li turned his head, and a trace of pain flashed in his eyes: "Xiaofang, it's not that I don't understand your hardship, but I can't accept that my wife gives birth to someone else's child, even if that person is your own brother." It's about the dignity of our husband and wife, and our future lives. ”
Xiao Fang held Xiao Li's hand with tears in her eyes: "I know it's not fair to you, but I've already decided." If you really can't accept it, I ...... I can understand that. ”
When Xiao Li heard this, his heart tightened, he knew that Xiao Fang meant that if he insisted on opposing it, their marriage might come to an end.
"Xiaofang, I don't want to leave you, I just need time to digest all this." Xiao Li's voice trembled a little.
Xiao Fang hugged Xiao Li gently, tears sliding down his shoulder: "I know, I give you time, but please believe that no matter what happens, I will be on your side." ”
Xiao Li closed his eyes, feeling Xiao Fang's warmth, and the struggle in his heart became more and more intense. He knew that this decision would be a great test in their marriage.
A few days later, Xiao Li went to the beach alone, and he needed a quiet place to organize his thoughts. The sea breeze was blowing, the waves crashing against the reef, and his mood was as unstable as the waves.
"Xiao Li, you are here." Xiao Fang's voice suddenly sounded behind him.
Xiao Li turned around and saw Xiao Fang standing not far away, her eyes were full of anticipation.
"Xiao Fang, I ......" Xiao Li wanted to speak and stopped.
Xiao Fang stepped forward and held his hand tightly: "No matter what your decision is, I will accept it." But remember, I love you, and that will never change. ”
Xiao Li looked at Xiao Fang, and the struggle in his heart seemed to have found an exit at this moment. He took a deep breath and finally made his decision.
"Xiaofang, I decided, I support your decision. But we have to face everything that lies ahead, both good and bad, together. Xiao Li's voice was firm and powerful.
A hint of surprise flashed in Xiao Fang's eyes, she hugged Xiao Li tightly, and tears welled up again: "Thank you, Xiao Li." We'll get through it all together. ”
The sea breeze is still there, but the hearts of the two seem to have found a common harbor at this moment.
The day of the family reunion finally arrived, and the living room was filled with all kinds of delicacies, and relatives sat around and talked and laughed. However, Xiao Fang's heart is like a stone hanging in the air, heavy. She knew what kind of waves would be caused if the secret was revealed.
"Xiaofang, what's wrong with you? The face is so ugly. Xiaofang's aunt asked with concern.
Xiao Fang barely squeezed out a smile: "It's okay, maybe I've been too tired lately." ”
Xiao Li sat aside, looking at Xiao Fang, and his heart was also mixed. He knew that this secret could not be hidden forever.
Just as everyone was toasting to celebrate, Xiao Zhang suddenly stood up, his voice trembling a little: "Everyone, I have something to tell you." ”
Everyone's eyes were focused on Xiao Zhang, Xiao Fang's heart beat faster, and she knew that this moment had finally come.
"Xiao Zhang, what's so serious?" Lao Zhang put down the wine glass in his hand and frowned slightly.
Xiao Zhang took a deep breath and looked at everyone firmly: "What I want to tell you is that I can't have my own children. However, Xiaofang is willing to give birth to a child for me through artificial insemination. ”
As soon as the words fell, the living room suddenly fell silent, and everyone's faces were full of shock.
"Xiaofang, is this true?" There was disbelief in Lao Zhang's voice.
Xiao Fang stood up and faced her family, her voice firm and clear: "Yes, this is true. I am willing to make this decision for the sake of our family and for the sake of my father's wishes. ”
The atmosphere in the living room instantly became tense, and the chatters of relatives came and went.
"Xiaofang, how can you do this? It's about your marriage, and the future of your children. There was reproach in my aunt's voice.
Xiao Fang's tears rolled in her eyes, but she didn't flinch: "I know it's hard, but I've already decided." I also talked to Xiao Li, and we will face all this together. ”
Xiao Li stood up and held Xiao Fang's hand, his voice firm: "Yes, we will face it together." No matter what the future holds, we will be a complete family. ”
Lao Zhang looked at his daughter and son-in-law, and the emotion and worry in his heart were intertwined. He knew that this decision would be a great test for their family.
"Xiao Fang, Xiao Li, I'm so proud of you. But we must think carefully about this matter. There was a tremor in Lao Zhang's voice.
Xiao Fang and Xiao Li looked at each other, and they knew that this decision would be an important turning point in their lives.
"We'll think about it, Dad. But believe in our love and determination. Xiao Fang's voice was full of determination.
The atmosphere in the living room gradually eased, but deep thoughts remained in everyone's hearts.
As time passed, the turmoil of the family gathering gradually subsided, but the struggle in Xiaofang's heart did not stop. She knows that her decision will affect the future of her entire family.
One night, Xiao Fang and Xiao Li sat on the sofa in the living room, and a relaxing variety show was playing on the TV, but their minds were not on the screen.
"Xiao Li, I've thought about it for a long time, and I think I should give up that plan." Xiao Fang's voice was deep and firm.
Xiao Li turned his head and looked at Xiao Fang, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes: "Are you sure?" That's what you've always wanted. ”
Xiao Fang nodded, tears flashing in her eyes: "Yes, I'm sure." I can't sacrifice the happiness of our husband and wife, as well as our future life, because of one wish. ”
Xiao Li held Xiao Fang's hand, and his heart was full of emotion: "Xiao Fang, I support your decision." We'll find other ways to solve this problem. ”
Xiao Fang leaned on Xiao Li's shoulder, and tears finally couldn't help but fall: "Thank you, Xiao Li." I know this decision is difficult for our family, but I believe that as long as our family is united, there is no hurdle that cannot be overcome. ”
The next day, Xiao Fang and Xiao Li found Xiao Zhang together and told him about their decision.
"Xiao Zhang, we thought about it for a long time and decided to abandon that plan. We hope you understand. Xiao Li's voice was calm and firm.
Xiao Zhang looked at his sister and brother-in-law, a trace of loss flashed in his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by understanding and acceptance: "I understand, and I also hope that you can be happy." As for the child's problem, let's figure it out. ”
Xiao Fang held her brother's hand tightly: "Thank you, Xiao Zhang." We will face the future together. ”
After Lao Zhang learned of his daughter's decision, although he was a little regretful, he was also relieved. He knew that this decision was made by his daughter for her own happiness and for the harmony of the whole family.
"Xiao Fang, Xiao Li, I'm so proud of you. You made the right choice. There was a tremor in Lao Zhang's voice.
Xiao Fang and Xiao Li looked at each other and smiled, they knew that although this decision was difficult, it was an important turning point in their lives.
Family members began to reflect and adjust their own concepts, realizing that while the traditional lineage is important, the happiness and harmony of the family are even more indispensable.
As time passed, the family gradually came out of the shadows, and they learned to cherish each other more and face every challenge in life together.
This article is a microfiction, please do not sit in the opposite seat