Five years later, my uncle gave me an envelope and I was torn between them

Five years passed like a white horse, and it passed in a flash. That day, I was packing up my old belongings at home when I suddenly received a call from my uncle, who asked me to go to his house and said that he had something important to hand over to me. I was beating a drum in my heart, not knowing what this usually serious old man wanted to give me.

When I came to my uncle's house, he took out a yellow envelope from a dilapidated wooden box, handed it to me, and said, "This letter was given to you by your grandfather when he was dying, and he said that you will not open it until you are 25 years old." I took the envelope, curious and nervous, not knowing what was inside.

Back at home, I sat on the couch with the heavy envelope in my hand, hesitating. Open it, and I'm afraid of touching some taboo; If you don't open it, you really can't suppress your curiosity. In the end, I decided to open it anyway.

The letter reads: "Dear grandson, when you read this letter, I have left this world. I know you've always wanted to know about the unknown experiences of my youth, so let me tell you through this letter. When I was younger, I fell in love with a girl named Ah Lian, but for various reasons, we couldn't get together. She bore me a son, your current cousin. When you're 25 years old, I want you to find her and fulfill my promise that year......"

Seeing this, I was stunned. I didn't expect my grandfather to have such a romantic debt when he was young, and I didn't expect that I also had a cousin. It was a bolt from the blue for me. What am I going to do? Go to find this cousin you have never met, or pretend that you don't know anything?

I couldn't make up my mind, so I went to my father to discuss. After reading the letter, the father was silent for a long time, and finally said, "This is your grandfather's last wish, you better go and find her." However, this matter should be kept secret and not let the rest of the family know. ”

So, I embarked on a journey to find Grandma Ah Lian. After many twists and turns, I finally found her. She lives in a small remote mountain village with dilapidated houses and a difficult life. When I identified myself to her, she was stunned and tears welled up in her eyes.

We talked a lot, and she told me that she had to leave her grandfather because of family reasons, and later married someone else and lived an ordinary life. She also thought about looking for her grandfather, but she never had the courage. Now, her grandfather has passed away, and the regret in her heart cannot be made up.

When I left, Grandma Ah Lian handed me a wooden box, saying that it was a token of love given to her by her grandfather back then, and now she handed it to me, which is considered to be the fulfillment of her grandfather's last wish. I opened the box, and inside was an ancient jade pendant with the names of Grandpa and Grandma Ah Lian engraved on it.

Back at home, I handed my uncle the jade pendant and the envelope, telling him that I had fulfilled my grandfather's last wish. Uncle looked at these things, tears moistened his eyes, he sighed, and said, "Your grandfather is under the Nine Springs, and he can also look at it." ”

After this incident passed, I often thought of Grandma Ah Lian and the cousin I had never met. Perhaps, this is life, full of unknowns and variables. And I, just in this story, played the role of a microphone. But this role has made me grow a lot.

As the days passed, the doubts and curiosity in my heart grew heavier and heavier. I want to know more about Grandma Ah Lian and that cousin. So, on a sunny afternoon, I set out again on my journey to the small mountain village.

This time, I brought some daily necessities and food that I would like to give to Grandma Lian. When she saw me, she looked very surprised, held my hand tightly, and asked me why I was here again. I laughed and told her that I wanted to know more about my grandfather and her past.

We sat under the eaves, and Grandma Ah Lian began to tell the story of that dusty past. Her eyes revealed a deep attachment to her grandfather, and I couldn't help but be moved. "At that time, the two of us were a recognized couple in the village, your grandfather was talented, and I was also a bit beautiful. It's a pity that fate made people, and we couldn't come together after all. ”

I couldn't help but ask, "Grandma Ah Lian, are you happy after you and your grandfather are separated?" ”

She was silent for a while, and then said lightly: "How to say, life has to go on." I later married your cousin's father, and he was very kind to me, but I couldn't let go of your grandfather in my heart. Now that you've grown up, I'm content to come and see me. ”

While chatting with Grandma Ah Lian, I learned that my cousin was also in this village. I decided to go to him and see this loved one who was related to me by blood. Grandma Ah Lian told me that my cousin's name was Chen Qiang, and he made a living from hunting in the village.

Along the winding mountain road, I found Chen Qiang. He is burly and strong, and his eyebrows and eyes are somewhat similar to his grandfather. When I explained what I was doing, his eyes widened and he couldn't believe his ears. "You mean, I have a nephew?"

I nodded, watching his reaction, mixed feelings. Chen Qiang held my hand excitedly and said, "I heard my mother say when I was a child that I have an older brother, but unfortunately I have never had the opportunity to meet. Unexpectedly, you came to the door today. ”

The two of us talked for a long time in the woods, and Chen Qiang told me that he knew his background, but he never blamed anyone. He loves the mountains and forests deeply and respects his mother's choice. I'm so proud of him, he's strong and unyielding in life.

When I left the village, I told Chen Qiang and Grandma Ah Lian that I would visit them often. This journey has taught me that family is an inseparable bond, and that we still have to cherish each other even if it is difficult to do so.

When I got home, I couldn't calm down for a long time. I remembered my grandfather's letter and he hoped that I would fulfill his last wish. Now, I've done it. I found Grandma Ah Lian and Chen Qiang and made them feel the warmth of family affection.

And all this makes me cherish the people around me even more. Life is like a play, and each of us plays our own role on the stage. What I want to do is to try to play this role well and make life more exciting.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, a year has passed. During this period, whenever I have free time, I will visit Grandma Ah Lian and Cousin Chen Qiang. The family relationship between us gradually deepened, and every time we met, there was endless words.

On this day, I received a call from Uncle Chen Qiang, and his voice was a little excited: "Nephew, come quickly, I have something important to tell you." "I was curious, and immediately set off for the small mountain village.

When I arrived, Uncle Chen Qiang was waiting for me at the entrance of the village. He led me into the woods and down a path to an open field. There is an old temple there that looks old.

Uncle Chen Qiang said: "This is what I recently found in the mountains and forests, and this temple is dedicated to our ancestors. I think it's fate, so I want to take you to see it. "I looked at the temple and a wave of respect welled up in my heart.

We walked into the temple, where there were statues of gods and incense smoke. Cousin Chen Qiang lit incense, and we knelt down and kowtowed together. At that moment, I felt the gaze of my ancestors, and my heart was full of emotion.

In the temple, Uncle Chen Qiang told me a secret. It turned out that the temple was discovered by accident when he was young, and since then, he has come here every year to worship. He said: "This place made me feel the strength of my family, and it also made me understand the value of family affection. ”

As we sat on the stone steps outside the temple, Uncle Chen Qiang took out a jade pendant from his pocket, handed it to me, and said, "This is what my mother gave me, and she said that it was given to her by your grandfather back then." Now I give it to you, and I hope you can pass it on from generation to generation, so that this family relationship will last forever. ”

I took the jade pendant and looked at it carefully, and a warm current surged in my heart. This is a testimony of the love between my grandfather and Grandma Ah Lian, and it is also the inheritance of our family. I solemnly promised: "Uncle Cousin, I will pass on this family affection and make our family more united." ”

As the days passed, I realized more and more deeply the importance of family affection. In my heart, Grandma Ah Lian and Cousin Chen Qiang have become my closest relatives. We cared about each other and spent one unforgettable day after another together.

One day, I received a call from Grandma Ah Lian, and her voice was choked: "Nephew, come quickly, your cousin is ...... Something happened to him. "My heart tightened, and I immediately rushed to the small mountain village.

When I got there, I learned that Uncle Chen Qiang had accidentally broken his leg while hunting. I accompanied him to the hospital and stayed at his bedside. Cousin Chen Qiang looked at me with gratitude in his eyes: "Thank you, nephew." I feel at ease to have you by my side. ”

I smiled and comforted him: "Cousin, we are relatives, these are what I should do." You can rest assured that I will always be by your side. ”

This experience made me realize that family affection is irreplaceable. In our lives, we meet many people, but only loved ones can accompany us through the most difficult times. I want to cherish this family affection and make it the most precious treasure in my life.

Uncle Chen Qiang's injuries gradually improved, but his mood became heavier and heavier. He often looked out the window, his eyes full of worry. I was worried about him and decided to find a chance to talk to him.

One afternoon, when the sun was shining through the leaves in the ward, I sat on the side of Chen Qiang's cousin's bed and asked softly, "Cousin, do you have anything on your mind?" He looked at me, was silent for a moment, then sighed and said, "Nephew, I'm worried about this mountain forest. ”

I looked at him suspiciously: "Mountains and forests? Why? ”

Uncle Chen Qiang explained: "Recently, I heard that some people want to develop this mountain forest and build a resort. If that were the case, the forest would be destroyed and the temples left behind by our ancestors would be affected. ”

My heart tightened, and I immediately understood his concern. This mountain forest not only carries the memories of our family, but also a part of nature. If it is destroyed, it will be a big loss. I said firmly, "Cousin, let's find a way to protect this mountain forest together." ”

In the days that followed, we ran around asking for help. We approached the local government and asked them to take steps to protect the forest. At the same time, we also mobilized the villagers to sign a petition together, hoping to attract more people's attention.

After a lot of hard work, our actions finally got a response. The government promised to give serious consideration to our request and send experts to assess the ecological value of the forest. The villagers also actively participated and expressed their support.

During the time he waited for the results, Uncle Chen Qiang's injuries had almost recovered. He took me to the temple again, and we prayed together in front of the tablet of our ancestors, hoping that our efforts would be successful.

Finally, the government announced its decision: the forest would be classified as a nature reserve and would no longer be commercially exploited. When the news came, Uncle Chen Qiang and I were relieved. We looked at each other and smiled, and the stone in our hearts finally fell to the ground.

This experience made me realize the importance of protecting the natural environment. We should not only cherish family affection, but also cherish the land we live in. Only in this way can we make it possible for future generations to enjoy the beauty of nature.

After Chen Qiang's cousin's injuries healed, he decided to continue to protect the forest. And I will often visit him and work with him to protect this land that we cherish together.

This experience has made me grow a lot. I have learned that the most important thing in life is not material possessions, but the companionship of family and harmony with nature. I will cherish these and make them the most precious treasure in my life.