It was an ordinary autumn day, the sky was high and the clouds were light, and the sun was just right. I was wearing an old military uniform, holding the discharge certificate that had just arrived, and standing at the door of my girlfriend Xiaofang's house. I took a deep breath, mustered up the courage, and rang the doorbell.
The door opened, and Xiaofang's father, Lao Li, looked me up and down, with a hint of scrutiny and doubt in his eyes. I was a little nervous, and my discharge card trembled slightly in my hand.
"You're Xiao Wang, aren't you?" Lao Li's voice was low, revealing a sense of majesty.
"Yes, Uncle Li." I try to make my voice sound calm.
"Come in." Lao Li turned sideways, and I cautiously walked into the house.
After sitting down, Lao Li said bluntly: "I know that you and Xiaofang are in love, but I have always been not optimistic about you. You are a soldier with a low income, what kind of living security can you give her in the future? ”
My heart tightened, and the question was like a ticking time bomb that could detonate the conversation at any moment. I stabilized my emotions and replied, "Uncle Li, I know that you care about Xiaofang, and I understand your concerns. But after I leave the army, I will find a job and work hard to make Xiaofang live a good life. ”
Lao Li frowned, and wanted to say something, Xiao Fang and her mother happened to come out of the kitchen. When Xiaofang saw me, her eyes were full of joy, and her mother warmly beckoned me to eat fruit.
At the dinner table, the atmosphere was relatively harmonious. I tried my best to show my politeness and humility, hoping to win the favor of Lao Li. However, when the conversation turned to my military certificate again, the atmosphere instantly became tense.
"Xiao Wang, what are your plans after you leave the army?" Lao Li asked.
"I want to get a job first and gain some social experience." I replied.
"Then can you guarantee happiness for Xiaofang?" Lao Li chased after him.
I was silent for a while, and then said seriously, "Uncle Li, I can only say that I will do my best. Love and marriage need to be managed, and I believe that as long as we work together, we will definitely make life better and better. ”
Lao Li's eyes widened, and he seemed a little surprised by my answer. At this time, Xiao Fang stood up and said firmly: "Dad, I believe in Xiao Wang, we will be happy." ”
Looking at Xiaofang's trusting eyes, a warm current surged in my heart. Lao Li glared at Xiao Fang, but finally didn't say anything.
After dinner, Xiaofang and I took a walk in the yard. She reassured me that I didn't care about her father's attitude, and I told her that I would prove my resolve with my actions.
That night, I had insomnia. I know that life after being discharged from the army is not easy, but I am willing to work hard and fight hard for Xiaofang and our love.
Now, 20 years later, Xiaofang and I have already walked through the ups and downs hand in hand and run a happy family together. That discharge certificate has also become a testimony to our love story. Whenever I recall the meeting that day, I still feel a lot of emotion in my heart. The hardships of that past have made us beautiful today.
The days passed like a white horse, and in an instant, Xiaofang and I had been married for 10 years. Over the years, I have grown from a military veteran to the head of a small business, and Xiaofang is a respected teacher. Our daughter, Xiaomin, is also at the age of elementary school.
On this day, when I came home from work, Xiaofang was tutoring Xiaomin with her homework. Seeing me enter the door, Xiao Min ran over excitedly, waving a certificate in his hand: "Dad, I won the first place in the class today!" ”
I took the award and smiled with satisfaction: "Xiao Min is awesome, we want to celebrate for you!" ”
After dinner, Xiao Min went to sleep, and Xiao Fang and I sat on the balcony, looking at the starry sky, reminiscing about the bits and pieces of the year.
"Remember the first time you saw my dad?" Xiao Fang snuggled up to me and said with a smile.
I nodded: "How could you forget?" Your father's attitude towards me at that time was really nervous. ”
Xiao Fang sighed softly: "Actually, my dad was just worried about me at that time, he was afraid that I would suffer if I followed you." ”
I held Xiaofang's hand and said affectionately, "I understand, that's why I have to work harder to make you live a good life." ”
During the conversation, Xiaofang's mobile phone rang, and it was her father calling. Xiao Fang answered the phone, and her face suddenly became nervous.
"What's wrong?" I asked with concern.
Xiaofang hung up the phone and said hesitantly: "My dad is sick, and the doctor said that he had a heart attack and needed surgery." ”
I immediately stood up: "Let's go to the hospital right away." ”
In the hospital, Lao Li was lying on the bed, looking much weaker. When he saw us come in, he had a smile of relief on his face.
"Xiao Wang, you're here." Lao Li's voice was a little weak.
"Uncle Li, don't worry, we will always be with you." I comforted.
The operation was successful, but Lao Li needed to recuperate. Xiaofang and I took turns taking care of him, and Xiaomin often went to the hospital to accompany her grandfather.
During those days, I deeply realized the preciousness of family affection. Lao Li's eyes when he looked at me gradually changed from doubts to trust and dependence.
A month later, Lao Li recovered and was discharged from the hospital. That day, he held my hand and said with emotion: "Xiao Wang, you and Xiaofang have not had an easy time these years, I was wrong, you must be happy." ”
I nodded vigorously, my heart filled with gratitude.
Time flies, time flies. Our family has gone through one hardship after another hand in hand, and finally ushered in the other side of happiness. The discharge card is still lying quietly in the drawer, witnessing the ups and downs of our journey along the way. And life goes on, and we will continue to write our own beautiful chapter.
Life is always full of surprises and challenges. Just when we thought everything was going well, my company suddenly ran into difficulties. The sudden change in the market environment has put my company in an unprecedented predicament.
During that time, I worked overtime at the company almost every day, trying to figure out how to solve the problem. Xiao Fang saw it in her eyes and was anxious in her heart. She tried to comfort me, but I knew she was worried.
One night, I came home exhausted, and Xiaofang was sitting in the living room waiting for me. She handed me a cup of hot tea and whispered, "No matter what the outcome, I will be there for you." ”
I took the teacup and felt a warm current in my heart. This woman, from a young girl to the present, has always been the same.
"Xiaofang, the company's situation is not very optimistic." I sighed.
"It's okay, we still have each other, and Xiaomin." She said firmly.
That night, we hugged each other and slept as if we had returned to the courage and determination we had faced with difficulties.
Soon after, the company did not survive the crisis and declared bankruptcy. I lost my job, and my family's financial resources suddenly became strained. Xiao Fang didn't complain in the slightest, and she encouraged me to get back on my feet.
"You were able to grow from a veteran to an entrepreneur, and now you can start over." Xiao Fang's eyes were full of trust.
I nodded and decided to start over. After some time of thinking and market research, I decided to try opening a small restaurant. Xiaofang didn't say a word, and took out her savings to support me.
During the preparation of the restaurant, I was busy almost every day. Xiao Fang helps me take care of Xiao Min in her spare time, and also takes care of trivial matters at home. I know, she worked hard, but she never complained in front of me.
Finally, the restaurant opened. It was a simple and warm little shop, and Xiaofang and I designed the menu and chose the decorations by ourselves. On the day of the opening, Lao Li brought Xiao Min to the store.
"Xiao Wang, your store will definitely be prosperous." Lao Li patted me on the shoulder and said confidently.
I smiled, my heart filled with gratitude. This old man, who once questioned me, is now my staunchest supporter.
As the business of the restaurant gradually got back on track, our lives returned to calm. Xiao Min is still excellent academically, and Xiao Fang is also loved by the students in school. I, on the other hand, found new pleasure in the kitchen.
In the dead of night, I would take out the discharge card and quietly reminisce about the past. Those difficult days, now it seems, have become the most precious treasure in our lives.
The years are quiet, although there are occasional twists and turns in life, but as long as we walk hand in hand, we can always find the strength to move forward. The story of me and Xiaofang, just like this small restaurant, is ordinary, but full of warmth and hope.
Business at the restaurant was getting better and better, and we started to recruit some staff to help. Among them was a young man named Xiao Zhang, who was smart and studious, and soon became a right-hand man in our store.
One day, I was busy in the kitchen, and Xiao Zhang came up to me and asked, "Boss, what did you do before?" Why did you open this restaurant? ”
I put down what I was doing, looked at Xiao Zhang, smiled and said, "I used to be a veteran, and then I changed careers to start a business, but in the end I decided to open this restaurant." ”
Xiao Zhang listened, and a trace of admiration flashed in his eyes: "Boss, you are so amazing!" ”
I waved my hand and said with a smile, "Actually, I'm not fighting alone. My family has always supported me, especially my wife Xiaofang, who is my strongest support. ”
Xiao Zhang nodded and said with emotion: "Boss, you are so happy!" ”
I smiled, my heart filled with gratitude. Indeed, with Xiaofang by my side, I feel extremely happy and satisfied.
However, life doesn't always go so smoothly. One day, Xiaomin suddenly fell ill and needed to be hospitalized. Xiaofang and I were very worried, and we took turns taking care of Xiaomin in the hospital.
Xiao Fang looked at Xiao Min, her eyes were full of worry: "Xiao Wang, do you think Xiao Min will get better?" ”
I held Xiao Fang's hand and said firmly, "Don't worry, Xiao Fang, Xiao Min will definitely get better." We will face it together as a family, and we will definitely be able to get through this difficult time. ”
After a period of treatment, Xiaomin finally recovered and was discharged from the hospital. Our family hugged each other tightly and was full of emotion.
That evening, we had a little celebration at home. Xiao Min said happily: "Mom and Dad, thank you for always being by my side, I love you!" ”
Xiaofang and I looked at each other and smiled, our hearts full of happiness and satisfaction. As a family, we support each other to face life's difficulties and challenges together, and we believe that as long as we are united, nothing can stop us from moving forward.
Nowadays, our restaurant business is becoming more and more prosperous, and Xiao Min has also achieved excellent results in her studies. Our lives, though ordinary, are full of warmth and hope. The discharge card is still lying quietly in the drawer, witnessing the ups and downs of our journey along the way. The years are quiet, and we will continue to write a beautiful chapter that belongs to us.