Li Ming was busy preparing dinner, when his mobile phone rang suddenly, and he was stir-frying the dishes in the pot while holding his mobile phone between his shoulders, "Hey, Dad, what's wrong?" ”
"Ming, are you free this weekend? There are some things to discuss at home. On the other end of the phone, Mr. Li's voice carried a hint of seriousness.
"Weekend? What's so urgent? Li Ming's brows furrowed slightly, and he had a hunch that it might be related to family property.
"I can't tell you on the phone, but you'll know when you come." Mr. Li's tone was unquestionable.
Hanging up the phone, Li Ming's mood became a little heavy. He knew that the distribution of property in the family had always been a big issue, especially as his father got older, and the issue became more sensitive.
At dinner, Li Ming told his wife Zhang Li about it. Zhang Li stopped the chopsticks in her hand and frowned, "Divide the family property?" How is your dad going to divide it? ”
"I don't know, Dad didn't elaborate." Li Ming shook his head, he could feel his wife's nervousness.
"What about our son? He is your own flesh and blood, and you can't treat him badly. There was a hint of anxiety in Zhang Li's tone.
Li Ming sighed, "Don't worry, I'll fight for it." ”
On the weekend, Li Ming took Zhang Li and his son Li Xiaoqiang back to his hometown. As soon as I entered the door, I felt the tense atmosphere. Almost all the relatives in the family arrived, and everyone sat around the living room, waiting for Mr. Li's arrival.
Mr. Li walked into the living room, looked around, and cleared his throat, "I called everyone here today because I have an important matter to announce. ”
Everyone's eyes were focused on him, Li Ming and Zhang Li held hands nervously, and Li Xiaoqiang looked around curiously.
"I'm getting older, and it's time to think about the family property." Mr. Li paused and continued, "I plan to leave three houses to my eldest grandson, and I will give her 200,000 yuan on my granddaughter's side." ”
As soon as these words came out, a whisper suddenly sounded in the living room. Zhang Li's face turned pale instantly, she grabbed Li Ming's arm tightly, and her voice trembled a little, "What about our Xiaoqiang?" ”
Li Ming also felt unprecedented pressure, he took a deep breath and was about to speak, but was interrupted by Mr. Li.
"As for Xiaoqiang," Mr. Li's gaze fell on Li Ming, "I haven't thought about it yet." ”
Zhang Li couldn't hold back any longer, she stood up, with anger in her voice, "Dad, this is not fair!" Xiaoqiang is also your grandson, and he deserves what he deserves! ”
Li Ming hurriedly grabbed Zhang Li and signaled her to calm down, but his heart was also full of doubts and dissatisfaction.
"Unfair?" Old Mr. Li's voice raised a few points, and a trace of displeasure flashed in his eyes, "Zhang Li, I have my own sense of proportion in the matter of family property." ”
Zhang Li's face became even more ugly, and she bit her lower lip tightly, obviously trying to control her emotions. Li Ming felt his wife's anger and the tension in the room, he stood up and tried to de-escalate the situation, "Dad, can we find a time to talk alone?" ”
Old Mr. Li glanced at Li Ming, was silent for a moment, and then nodded, "Okay, let's go to the study to talk." ”
Zhang Li wanted to say something, but was stopped by Li Ming with his eyes. He knows that this is not the time to argue and that solving problems requires calmness and communication.
In the study, Li Ming closed the door, he looked at his father, and his tone was as calm as possible, "Dad, I know you have your considerations, but Zhang Li and I both think that this distribution is really unfair to Xiaoqiang." ”
Old Mr. Li sat behind the desk, his eyes were a little complicated, "Ming, you also know that things in the family are very complicated. I do this, and I have my reasons. ”
"Reason?" Li Ming was a little puzzled, "Dad, Xiaoqiang is your own grandson, he should be treated the same as everyone else." ”
Old Mr. Li sighed, he stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the scenery outside, "Ming, there are some things you don't know. I did this for the sake of the family's long-term interests. ”
Li Ming frowned, "Dad, can you explain it more clearly?" ”
Old Mr. Li turned around and looked at Li Ming, his tone became a little heavy, "Ming, do you remember what happened to your eldest brother?" ”
Li Ming was stunned for a moment, his eldest brother died in an accident a few years ago, leaving his eldest grandson alone, "Of course I remember, what does this have to do with Xiaoqiang?" ”
"After your eldest brother died, I have been thinking about what to do with the future of our family." Mr. Li's voice carried a hint of helplessness, "I left the house to my eldest grandson in the hope that he can have a stable home and grow up well." As for you, Ming, you have a job and ability, and I believe you can take care of Xiaoqiang. ”
Li Ming listened to his father's words, and the dissatisfaction in his heart slowly subsided. He began to understand his father's distress, but Zhang Li's side, how should he explain it?
There was a knock on the door of the study, and Zhang Li's voice came from outside, "Ming, are you done talking?" ”
Li Ming glanced at his father, then opened the door, "Zhang Li, let's go out and talk." ”
In the study, the conversation between Li Ming and Mr. Li continued. Li Ming's brows tightened, he tried to understand his father's decision, but his heart was still full of doubts.
"Dad, we all know about my eldest brother, but Xiaoqiang is also your grandson, and it's too unfair for him to do this." Li Ming's voice was choked with a hint of choking.
Mr. Li was silent for a while, and then slowly spoke: "Ming, after your eldest brother left, I have been thinking that the future of our Li family cannot rely only on real estate. I gave my eldest grandson a house in the hope that he would have a starting point, and you, I hope you can understand my painstaking efforts. ”
"Painstaking?" Li Ming asked puzzled.
"Yes, painstaking heart." Mr. Li sighed, "I hope you can give Xiaoqiang a better future through your own efforts." The money I gave is in the hope that you can use it for Xiaoqiang's education and make him a productive person. ”
Li Ming was stunned, he didn't expect his father to think like this. His feelings were mixed, both touched and guilty.
"Dad, I see." Li Ming's voice was low, "I'll think about it." ”
Old Mr. Li nodded, a hint of relief flashed in his eyes, "Ming, I know this is difficult for you, but I believe you can make the right choice." ”
Li Ming stood up and took a deep breath, "I will have a good talk with Zhang Li, and we will figure out a way together." ”
Leaving the study, Li Ming saw Zhang Li anxiously waiting outside. As soon as she saw Li Ming come out, she immediately greeted her, "How is it?" What did your dad say? ”
Li Ming held Zhang Li's hand and said softly, "Let's go home first, and talk slowly on the way." ”
On the way home, Li Ming told Zhang Li about his father's considerations and decisions. After hearing this, Zhang Li was still a little dissatisfied, but she gradually understood Mr. Li's painstaking efforts.
"So what do we do?" Zhang Li asked.
Li Ming thought for a while, and then said: "We can use the 200,000 to give Xiaoqiang a better educational opportunity." I believe that as long as we work hard, Xiaoqiang will definitely have a future. ”
Zhang Li nodded, although she still felt a little unfair in her heart, she believed in Li Ming and believed that their son would have a good future.
Time flies like a white horse, and months have passed in the blink of an eye. The Li family held a family gathering again, this time to celebrate Mr. Li's birthday. Li Ming took Zhang Li and Li Xiaoqiang back to his hometown, and the home was filled with a festive atmosphere.
At the dinner table, everyone chatted while eating, and the atmosphere was warm and lively. Although Li Xiaoqiang is young, he has already shown maturity and stability beyond his peers. In one conversation, he inadvertently mentioned his plans for the future: "I plan to go abroad for further study after graduating from university, and then return to China to start a business and use my knowledge to contribute to society." ”
When Mr. Li heard his grandson's words, a trace of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he thought deeply. He didn't expect that his grandson, whom he had been neglecting, would have such lofty ambitions and ambitions.
"Xiaoqiang, your idea is very good, grandpa supports you." Mr. Li's words carried a hint of guilt and appreciation.
Li Ming and Zhang Li glanced at each other, and they saw the surprise and comfort in each other's eyes. Li Ming opened his mouth and said: "Dad, Xiaoqiang can have this heart, we are all proud of him." ”
Mr. Li nodded, he looked at Li Xiaoqiang, his eyes were full of love: "Xiaoqiang, don't worry, grandpa will help you." I will reconsider the matter of family property. ”
Zhang Li's face showed a long-lost smile, and she glanced at Mr. Li gratefully: "Thank you, Dad, we believe that Xiaoqiang will not live up to your expectations." ”
Li Xiaoqiang also looked very excited, he stood up and bowed deeply to Mr. Li: "Grandpa, thank you, I will work hard." ”
After the family gathering, Mr. Li pulled Li Ming aside and said earnestly: "Ming, my previous thoughts were a bit one-sided, and Xiaoqiang's ambition made me see the future of the Li family. I decided that the distribution of family property should be fair and that every child should receive the support they deserve. ”
Li Ming shook his father's hand with emotion: "Dad, thank you, your understanding and support are too important to Xiaoqiang." ”
Mr. Li smiled and patted Li Ming on the shoulder: "We are all a family, we should support each other and work together for the future of the Li family." ”
With Mr. Li's decision, the atmosphere in the home gradually became harmonious. Li Ming's family also felt unprecedented respect and warmth. At a family gathering, Mr. Li officially announced his new decision.
"Everyone, I have something to announce." Mr. Li's voice echoed in the living room, and all eyes were focused on him.
"After much deliberation, I decided to revise my previous plan for the distribution of the family's property." His gaze swept over everyone present, "I believe that every child deserves equal treatment and opportunities. ”
Zhang Li nervously held Li Ming's hand, while Li Xiaoqiang looked a little apprehensive, but his eyes flashed with expectation.
"I will redistribute the family property to ensure that every grandchild gets a fair share." Mr. Li's words were firm and powerful.
A warm current surged in Li Ming's heart, and he looked at his father gratefully, "Dad, thank you, this means a lot to us." ”
Zhang Li couldn't help but shed tears, she choked up and said, "Dad, I am really touched that you can think like this." ”
Li Xiaoqiang jumped up excitedly, "Thank you, grandpa, I will study harder and live up to your expectations!" ”
After the family gathering, Li Ming and Zhang Li took Li Xiaoqiang back to their home. Along the way, they discussed how the property could be used to support Li's education and future.
"We can use some of the money to set up an education fund to ensure that Xiaoqiang can receive the best education." Li Ming proposed.
Zhang Li nodded in agreement, "Yes, we can also keep some of it as his start-up fund to support him to realize his dreams." ”
Li Xiaoqiang listened to his parents' discussion, and his heart was full of gratitude and motivation, "Parents, I will work hard, and I will use this money to create greater value." ”
This family gathering of the Li family not only solved the problem of family property distribution, but also deepened the understanding and respect between family members. Li Ming's family was given the respect and property they deserved, and Mr. Li's wise decision also made the relationship between the whole family more harmonious.
This article is a microfiction, please do not sit in the opposite seat