The spring breeze is rising, but it can't hide the cruelty of winter. In this unpredictable season, I received the distressing news that my aunt, Li Guiying, had been hospitalized due to a sudden illness. Since my aunt was widowed, she has been living alone in her hometown, and her children are working hard in other places, so she can't stay by her side at all times, and this news undoubtedly slammed into my heart like a hammer. I know that at this time, a little warmth of mine may be able to bring some sunshine to my aunt's cold world. So, I decided to visit her in my spare time in the hospital.
On the way to the hospital, the view of the car window receding quickly seemed to move with my thoughts. Childhood memories flashed back in my mind, when my aunt was always smiling, and every time the family reunion was celebrated during the Chinese New Year, she would always be busy and warmly greet every separated relative. However, the passage of time has taken away people's laughter and laughter, as well as the vitality of the aunt. Now she is a patient who needs to be cared for.
Walking softly into the hospital room, I saw my aunt lying on the bed. Her face was much more haggard than she remembered, but when she saw me, her eyes still flashed. "Xiaoming, you're here." The aunt's voice was weak but happy.
"Auntie, how are you doing? Is there any better? I asked with concern, and at the same time silently blamed myself for why I didn't come to visit sooner.
"The body is this thing, and when you get old, you won't listen to it. Fortunately, there are doctors and nurses to take care of it, which is not too bad. The aunt replied humorously, but it was difficult to hide the helplessness in her eyes.
I talked a lot with my aunt, from her illness to my current situation, to all kinds of interesting things among relatives. During this time, I noticed that she coughed several times, each of which stabbed my heart. At the end of the visit, I promised, "Auntie, I'll come back to see you in a few days." If you need any help, please feel free to call me. ”
My aunt looked at my back nostalgically and waved goodbye: "Xiaoming, be careful on the way home." "It seems to be an ordinary goodbye, how do I know that it is the aunt's implied affection.
On the way back, I couldn't calm down for a long time. What kind of torment should the feeling of being tormented by illness and loneliness at the same time be for an old man who has worked hard all his life? I silently made a vow in my heart that no matter how busy I was, I would find time to spend more time with my aunt.
However, life is always moving forward in a hectic way. As an employee of a small company, I can't take much time to spare. I was looking forward to the day when I would visit my aunt in the hospital again, and my aunt seemed to be looking forward to my next arrival. Unexpectedly, it backfired.
Soon after, I received a call from my aunt, and her gentle voice surprised and delighted me. "Xiaoming, it's okay. I just want to hear your voice. ”
Again and again, like a drizzle, but always let me feel the warmth. My aunt on the phone always spoke in a relaxed tone, she would ask me how I was doing at work and remind me to pay attention to my body. Every time I hang up, that thick affection always makes me feel guilty and distressed. It wasn't until the end of the eleventh call that I made up my mind that no matter how busy I was with work, I would go to the hospital to visit my aunt.
After that visit, the figure of my aunt always came to my mind, with a smile in her words, but a touch of melancholy in her eyes. I know that her thoughts about her children are like a trickle, long and imperceptible. In order to make my aunt feel that the world is not lonely, she takes time to go to the hospital to see her after work.
Taking advantage of the leisure of one weekend, I went to my aunt's hospital room again. She looked in good spirits, with a long-lost flush on her face. "Xiaoming, how can you have time to come over today?" My aunt looked at me with tenderness in her eyes.
I found a chair and sat on the edge of the bed, the fruit basket in my hand neatly arranged. "Auntie, I came here today to chat with you, and it's been a long time since I sat down to listen to your story."
The aunt smiled softly, as if she had a deep meaning: "Xiaoming, you have grown up and have your own responsibilities and responsibilities, and the aunt understands." It's just that sometimes, I miss you juniors. ”
We talked a lot, and she talked about the past and the present. Talking about her condition, the aunt always flickered and seemed a little evasive. I was a little puzzled, so I asked, "Auntie, is there anything wrong with your body?" Would you like me to ask the doctor for you? ”
"Hey, Xiaoming, it's not a big deal. It's just an old problem, and it won't get better for a while. My aunt waved her hand, avoiding my gaze.
However, I think there must be something strange in it. Thinking about it, I really have to find an opportunity to ask about this matter slowly. With that in mind, I decided to change the subject to ease the faint awkwardness.
"By the way, auntie, I heard that some new flowers have been planted in the big tree park here recently, and when you are better, I will accompany you to go there for a walk."
Time passes quietly, and although the words with my aunt are bland, they can warm my heart. I can't help but think of what kind of loneliness and tenacity my aunt is in her heart at the moment, as well as her unwitting waiting and hope.
On the way home, I received the 11th call from my aunt just after the end. Every call was always a greeting and nothing else was mentioned. I set out on the way home, and the sunset outside the window was like fire, like my aunt's encouraging gaze, and like the endless concern for her in my heart.
With the passage of time, the aunt said "Xiaoming, will you come to see me next time?" when she was leaving. "It's ringing in my ears more and more often. I realized that it wasn't just about missing the child, my aunt seemed to have something on her mind to tell me.
It was the weekend again, and I arrived as promised and sat in my aunt's hospital room. At this moment, she was lying on the bed, and the sunlight outside the window was shining in and illuminating her face. She seemed to hesitate about something, and finally said as if she had made up her mind: "Xiaoming, can you do me a favor?" ”
While making the bed for her, I asked seriously: "Auntie, you said that as long as I can do it, I will help you." ”
The aunt was silent for a while before continuing: "Actually, I've been thinking about the old things in our family. I can't make up my mind what to do with the old homestead that your grandfather left behind. ”
I was taken aback, but I didn't expect my aunt to suddenly mention it. "I remember that it was a good position, did anyone think about it?" I asked.
As soon as the words came out, my aunt's face changed slightly, and she looked a little anxious: "Yes, I have received a lot of calls in the past few days, all of them are asking about this, I am here alone, and I am sick, I really can't cope with it." ”
I held my aunt's hand: "Auntie, don't worry, you can leave this matter to me." ”
After that, I began to go back to relatives to understand the whole thing. It turned out that during the aunt's illness, some relatives paid attention to the family inheritance, wanting to get some benefits here. Everyone has their own plans and calculations, as if the old homestead has become a piece of fragrant bait. While comforting my aunt, I also silently swore in my heart that I must deal with this matter fairly, and I can't let my aunt worry about family disputes on the sickbed.
The successive phone calls were like unclear threads, bringing me into a family palace fight. I tried to reach out to all parties in the hope of reaching an agreement that would be acceptable to everyone.
On this day, I walked into the hospital again and told my aunt that I had started to deal with the matter. Li Guiying held my hand tightly, and her voice was weak but full of strength: "Xiaoming, this matter is handed over to you, and I will feel much more at ease." ”
The moment I walked out of the ward, I knew that the burden on my shoulders was heavier, but my mood was unusually firm and bright. Not for anything else, just for my aunt's sentence "Thank you Xiaoming, when I get better, I must thank you".
Although the issue of the family inheritance of my aunt Li Guiying was tortuous, the dust was finally settled under my coordination. Through repeated negotiations and communication, the family members reached a consensus that the old mansion would be handled according to the aunt's wishes, especially a part of the proceeds would be used as a recognized good deed, which made the big stone in the aunt's heart finally land.
The many visits not only solved my aunt's troubles, but also made me calm down and listen to my aunt's true feelings about the family and life. The words in her mouth are like a warm current surging under the calm water, penetrating the power of family affection into my heart little by little.
"Xiaoming, you helped me like this, but I felt the warmth of my family, and I also witnessed you grow from an ignorant child to a responsible adult." My aunt held my hand, her eyes full of deep gratitude and recognition.
I smiled, and a sense of accomplishment and responsibility that I had never felt before surged in my heart: "Auntie, this is what I should do." You treated me well when I was a child, and that's a little bit of my return. ”
The moment I walked out of the ward, I realized that I had not only solved a real problem, but also grown a lot in the process. I learned to put my family's interests ahead of myself and understood the importance of family harmony for everyone.
Outside the window, the sunset is like blood, so beautiful that it makes people happy, and it is also like drawing a perfect end to this experience that is about to pass. I have a small plan in my heart, when my aunt is discharged from the hospital, I want to take the whole family to have a good reunion, no matter how busy I am, I have to squeeze out this time, because this is the warmth of home, this is the essence of our life.
In the days that followed, the phone rang occasionally, but each time I could hear the relaxation and tranquility in my aunt's tone. The topic between us is no longer limited to family disputes, but more about cherishing and looking forward to ordinary days.
And I, under the teachings of my aunt, learned how to face life better and how to play my role in the family. My aunt's wisdom and strength not only gave me a chance to grow, but also gave me the strength to understand and respect every family emotion. This strength will accompany me on every path in the future.