My name is Dajun and I'm a veteran. In the army, I have an iron buddy named Ah Hao. The two of us have experienced life and death together, and we are like brothers and sisters. However, just last year, Ah Hao tragically died in a mission, leaving behind a five-year-old daughter.
I was devastated to hear the news of Hao's passing. During that time, I think about the days we spent together every day, as if they were right in front of me. And Ah Hao's daughter makes me even more worried. Her name is Xiaoli, a smart and lovely child. When Ah Hao was alive, he always mentioned her to me, saying that she was a sweet little padded jacket for the two of us.
One day, I received a phone call from Xiaoli's grandmother. She told me that the family's economic conditions were not good, and she couldn't take care of Xiaoli alone. I didn't say a word, and immediately decided to pick up Xiaoli back.
That day, I took a train for more than ten hours and came to Xiaoli's hometown. It was a small remote mountain village with beautiful mountains and rivers, but it was extremely poor. The first time I saw Xiaoli, I couldn't help but burst into tears. She was dressed in shabby clothes, and her little face was dirty, but her big eyes were full of wit.
"Uncle, are you here to take me home?" Xiaoli looked at me and asked cautiously.
"Yes, Lily. From this day forward, you are my daughter. I crouched down and hugged her gently.
On the way back, Xiaoli kept holding my hand tightly. I know she was both expectant and scared. I secretly vowed to let this child live a happy life.
However, life is not all smooth sailing. When I returned to the city, the first problem I faced was how to take care of Xiaoli. I have to work during the day and can't be there for her all the time. So, I decided to consult my neighbor, an enthusiastic retired teacher.
"Dajun, you're a good man. In this way, I will help you take care of Xiaoli, and you can work with peace of mind. The teacher patted me on the shoulder and said.
In this way, Xiaoli began her life in the city. Every day after work, I would take her to the park to play and buy her beautiful clothes and toys. Gradually, she became more cheerful and smiled.
However, the good times were short-lived. One day, I came home from work and found that Xiaoli was missing. I panicked and searched around. Finally, with the help of my teacher, I found Xiaoli in an abandoned factory. It turned out that in order to surprise me, she secretly ran out to pick up scrap.
I angrily scolded her: "Xiaoli, do you know that this is dangerous? Don't do that in the future. ”
Xiaoli lowered her head and said aggrievedly: "Uncle, I just want to help you share a little burden." ”
Hearing this, my heart was sour, and I hugged her tightly. I know that this child has made me her relative.
As the days passed, Xiaoli and I depended on each other. During this period, we encountered many difficulties, but we overcame them one by one. In the process, we grow and cherish each other more.
Now, Xiaoli has grown up and been admitted to a prestigious university. And I'm getting old. Whenever I look back on this time, I feel incredibly proud. Because, I fulfilled my promise to Ah Hao and raised his daughter to adulthood.
This is my story, a story of commitment, affection, and growth. In this story, I realized the meaning and value of life. And Xiaoli is the most precious gift in my life.
On the day Xiaoli was admitted to university, I watched her excitedly holding the admission letter, and the joy in my heart gushed out like a spring. That night, we sat in the small living room of our home with warm and soft lighting.
"Xiaoli, you are going to leave this home and go to a bigger city to study, uncle is proud of you." I handed her a glass of hot milk and smiled.
Xiaoli took the milk, and her eyes flashed with determination. "Uncle, I know that you have been working hard, I will work harder, and I will definitely let you live a good life in the future."
At that moment, my heart was deeply touched. This little girl, who once needed my protection, has now grown into a strong, independent girl.
University life is a new beginning for Xiaoli. She studied hard, worked part-time in her spare time, and would call me almost every day to tell me about her time at school. And I, too, began to learn to adapt to a person's life.
One day, Xiaoli mentioned a boy on the phone, with shyness in her tone. My heart suddenly tightened, and I realized that Xiaoli was no longer the little girl I needed to protect at all times.
"Uncle, his name is Xiao Yang, he is a classmate in our class, and he is very good to me." Xiaoli's voice was full of happiness.
"Xiaoli, you have to learn to distinguish others, don't trust others easily." I tried my best to hide my worries and whispered a reminder to her.
"I know, uncle, don't worry." Xiaoli comforted me.
Time flies like a white horse, and in a blink of an eye, Xiaoli is about to graduate. She told me that Xiao Yang was also admitted to graduate school, and the two were going to go to further studies together. Although I was a little reluctant in my heart, I knew that Xiaoli needed to have her own life.
On the day of the graduation ceremony, I sat in the audience and watched Xiaoli wearing a bachelor's gown with a confident smile on her face. The moment she received her diploma, my eyes were blurred with tears, and my heart was both emotional and gratified.
After the ceremony, Xiaoli and Xiao Yang walked up to me, and Xiao Yang stretched out his hand to me: "Uncle, thank you for raising Xiaoli so well, I will be good to her for the rest of my life." ”
I held his hand tightly and looked at him deeply: "You must be good to her, otherwise I will never let you go." ”
Xiaoli smiled, and she hugged me: "Uncle, we will definitely be happy." ”
I nodded, my heart full of blessings. This girl, whom I regard as my own daughter, has finally found her own happiness.
The days still go on, and Xiaoli and Xiaoyang begin their graduate school life. And I have also started a new chapter in my life. I joined the volunteer team in the community to help those in need. I know that Ah Hao will be proud of me in the spirit of heaven.
This is my story, a story of love and growth. In this story, I learned how to love and how to let go. And Xiaoli will always be the brightest star in my heart.
As time passed, Xiaoli and Xiaoyang's graduate school life gradually improved. They often share with me on the phone what I have learned academically and what I have interesting about life, and I listen to their voices with great relief.
One weekend, Xiaoli took Xiao Yang back home and said that she wanted to surprise me. I looked at the two of them mysteriously and couldn't help but be curious.
"Uncle, we decided to open a small shop for you so that you can live an easy life." Xiaoli said excitedly.
I was stunned, moved and a little worried: "You two are still studying, where did you get the money to open a store?" ”
Xiao Yang explained with a smile: "Uncle, this is the money that Xiaoli and I saved by work-study, as well as the start-up fund we applied for. We know you've always loved cooking, and this little shop can put your skills to good use and enrich your life at the same time. ”
I was so moved that I couldn't speak, but just held their hands tightly. It turned out that these two children had been silently planning for my future.
With their help, I started a new chapter in my life. The shop is located near a university and mainly serves home-cooked food. I put all the specialty dishes that Ah Hao taught me on the menu, and business was unexpectedly booming.
One day, a regular customer said to me with emotion: "Dajun, your food here tastes so good, it reminds me of the taste of my hometown." ”
I smiled and replied, "That's because every dish I make is filled with love and memories." ”
Xiaoli and Xiaoyang will come to the store to help whenever they are free. The three of us are busy together and share happiness together, as if we are back to the time when Xiaoli was a child.
However, life is always full of surprises. One day, Xiaoli suddenly fell ill and was hospitalized, and the diagnosis was heart-wrenching: she had severe kidney disease and needed a kidney replacement to stay alive.
When I heard the news, I felt like the sky was going to fall. I stayed at Xiaoli's bedside, regretting that I hadn't taken good care of her. Xiao Yang kept reassuring me, saying that he would definitely find a suitable kidney source.
During that time, all three of us were worried about Xiaoli's condition. I even wanted to donate my kidney to Xiaoli, but the doctor said that I was too old to have surgery.
Just when we were in despair, the good news came: Xiao Yang found a volunteer who was willing to donate a kidney. The surgery was very successful, and Xiaoli slowly recovered.
At the bedside, I thanked the volunteer with tears in my eyes: "Thank you for saving my daughter. ”
The volunteer smiled and said, "Uncle Dajun, Xiaoli is a strong girl, she will be fine." ”
After Xiaoli recovered, we cherished each other even more. The small shop has also reopened, and business is better than before. The three of us work together to make life more exciting.
This is my story, a story of family, affection and hope. In this story, we face the twists and turns of life together, and we also usher in a new dawn together. And Xiaoli has always been the brightest star in my life, illuminating my way forward.
As the days passed, Xiaoli became stronger and more independent during her recovery. Together with Xiao Yang, she plans the future development of the shop, hoping to make it a distinctive and warm restaurant.
One sunny afternoon, Xiaoli proposed: "Uncle, we can hold a parent-child activity in the store so that more families can leave good memories here." ”
I watched the glint of anticipation in her eyes, and I couldn't help but feel a warmth in my heart. This little girl, who once needed my protection, has now grown into a responsible and caring young woman.
"Xiaoli, that's a good idea. We can invite some children to come to the store to learn how to cook, so that they can experience the joy of labor in the process of hands-on. I agreed.
Xiaoli and Xiaoyang immediately took action and planned a series of colorful parent-child activities. Our small shop has become more lively because of these events, attracting more and more families.
One day, a young mother brought her baby to our parent-child activity. She watched the child concentrate on learning to cook, and her eyes were full of gratitude: "Uncle Dajun, thank you for holding such an event and allowing me and the child to spend an unforgettable time." ”
I smiled and replied, "That's what we're supposed to do." Seeing our children grow up happily here is our greatest happiness. ”
However, life is always full of surprises and challenges. On an ordinary night, a fire broke out in the shop. The fire spread quickly and engulfed the entire store.
When I arrived at the scene, I saw Xiaoli and Xiaoyang struggling to put out the fire. My heart was in my throat, and I feared for their safety.
"Xiaoli, Xiaoyang, let's go!" I shouted.
But the two of them shook their heads firmly: "Uncle, we can't leave you and Xiaodian alone. ”
With the help of firefighters, we were able to bring the fire under control. Although the small shop suffered serious losses, the hearts of the three of us were more closely connected.
After the fire, we decided to renovate the shop and give it a new look. Xiaoli and Xiaoyang used their savings and borrowed money from relatives and friends to revitalize the shop.
On the day of the reopening, the three of us stood at the door, looking at the bustling customers, and our hearts were full of emotion. This small shop is not only a joint effort, but also a deep emotional bond between us.
As the days passed, the business of the small shop became more and more prosperous. The three of us worked together to make this small shop a welcoming haven that brought joy and memories to more families.
This is my story, a story of family, affection and hope. In this story, we face the twists and turns of life together, and we also usher in a new dawn together. And Xiaoli has always been the brightest star in my life, illuminating my way forward.