My name is Zhang Qiang, I am fifty and three this year, and I have spent most of my life with my daughter-in-law Liu Fang. She went out to buy vegetables that day, saying that she was going to make me my favorite braised pork, but who knows, she never came back.
When I received a call from the traffic police, I was stupid. They said, "Mr. Zhang, you have to come to the hospital quickly, Ms. Liu has been in a car accident." ”
When I arrived at the hospital, I only saw Liu Fang covered in a white cloth, and my legs were so weak that I almost didn't kneel on the ground. The little nurse next to her had red eyes and said, "Let's mourn and change, when Ms. Liu left, she didn't suffer anything." ”
In the funeral home, I looked at Liu Fang's peaceful face, not to mention the discomfort in my heart. I grabbed the funeral home staff's arm, and my voice was shaking: "This, how is this possible?" She's fine in the morning, how can she say it's gone? ”
"Mr. Zhang, calm down." The staff sighed, "We are also sad about this kind of thing, but the fact has happened, and you have to accept the reality." ”
My eyes widened, and tears fell uncontrollably: "Accept reality? I can't take it! She's fine when she goes out in the morning, why ......"
"Zhang Qiang, you are making such a fuss, can Sister Liu rest in peace?" I was interrupted by a familiar voice, it was my old friend Li Gang.
"You've come just in time." I looked at him with red eyes, "You help me find out what the hell is going on in this car accident." I always feel that something is wrong, how could something happen to Liu Fang who is such a careful person? ”
Li Gang frowned and didn't speak. I grabbed his hand and almost begged: "Lao Li, you must help me find out, I can't let Liu Fang leave so inexplicably." ”
For the next few days, I went crazy and asked around for the truth about the car accident. Li Gang also launched his relationship and helped me investigate this matter.
Finally, on the seventh day of Liu Fang's first day, Li Gang found me: "Zhang Qiang, I found it." Liu Fang's car accident was deliberately caused by someone. ”
"What?" My eyes widened and I was furious, "Who is it?" Why? ”
"It's a young man named Chen Ming." Li Gang said, "Because he owes a lot of debt, he wants to find a substitute for the dead." Liu Fang happened to bump into it that day. ”
I clenched my fists, my nails almost digging into my flesh: "I'm going to sue him, I'm going to make him pay!" ”
Li Gang sighed: "Zhang Qiang, I know you are uncomfortable, but you have to be calm." The most important thing for us now is to gather evidence so that Chen Ming can be punished by the law. ”
After a lot of hard work, we finally gathered enough evidence. Chen Ming was arrested by the police, and what awaits him will be severe punishment from the law.
In front of Liu Fang's grave, I told her the news: "Fang, don't worry, the person who harmed you has been caught. I will seek justice for you, so that your spirit in heaven can rest in peace. ”
The wind blew, as if Liu Fang was responding to me softly. I looked at her picture with tears in my eyes, and silently swore in my heart that no matter what, I would guard this home for her until we met again.
As the days passed, I began to try to accept this world without Liu Fang. In the dead of night, I would take out a photo of Liu Fang and silently tell her what I missed. Sometimes, I can even feel that she is right next to me, as if she never left.
One day, I passed by a flower shop and saw the roses in the window, and suddenly remembered the dream that Liu Fang once said: "Qiangzi, I have always dreamed that one day, you can give me a bouquet of roses." "At that time, I always laughed at her, she was an old husband and wife, and she also learned from others to be young and romantic. But now, I just want to make her wish come true.
I walked into the flower shop, bought a bouquet of bright roses, and went to Liu Fang's grave. I put the flowers on her tombstone and whispered, "Fang, I'm coming." I know you love roses, and today I brought it to me. Don't worry, every year on this day in the future, I will send you a bouquet. ”
Just as I was turning to leave, I suddenly saw a familiar figure not far away. It was Chen Ming, who had been sentenced and was supposed to serve his sentence in prison. My eyes widened, and anger surged into my heart again: "Chen Ming, how dare you appear here? ”
When Chen Ming saw me, his eyes were a little evasive: "Mr. Zhang, I know I'm sorry for Ms. Liu, and I'm here to apologize to her today." ”
I sneered: "Apologize? Do you think an apology will make amends for the crimes you have committed? ”
Chen Ming lowered his head, tears sliding down: "I know I can't make it up, but I really regret it." I reflect every day in prison, and if I can, I am willing to exchange my life for Ms. Liu. ”
I looked at him, and the anger in my heart gradually subsided. Perhaps, he really regretted it. But Liu Fang is gone, and no one can save her life. "What's the use of you regretting it? Liu Fang, she is gone, you can only pay for the crimes you have committed. ”
Chen Ming nodded silently and turned to leave. I looked at his lonely back and had mixed feelings in my heart.
When I got home, I picked up Liu Fang's photo again and stroked it gently: "Fang, have you seen it?" The one who hurt you, he regretted it. But I know, that doesn't get you back. I will continue to live and protect this home until we meet again. ”
I haven't seen Chen Ming since. And I also began to learn to let go of hatred and try to adapt to the life without Liu Fang. Whenever the wind blows, I feel that it is Liu Fang whispering to me. And I will also respond to her in my heart: "Fang, I will always wait for you forever." ”
The days passed quietly, and I found myself beginning to recall more and more bits and pieces of my time with Liu Fang. Those quarrels, laughter and tears are now my most precious memories. I started to try to do some of the things that Liu Fang loved when she was alive, such as planting flowers, listening to operas, and even learning her favorite weaving.
One day, while sorting through Liu Fang's belongings, I found a box filled with her diary when she was young. I sat on the edge of the bed and looked through the pages page by page, as if I had returned to that youthful era. Her handwriting is beautiful, recording our acquaintances, loves, and bits and pieces of life. I watched, and tears flowed down my cheeks.
Just then, the silence was broken by the ringing of the phone. I wiped away my tears and picked up the phone, it was Li Gang's voice: "Zhang Qiang, are you okay?" ”
"I'm fine." I tried to make my voice sound calm, "What's the matter?" ”
"It's nothing, I just want to talk to you." Li Gang's tone was a little hesitant, "Actually, it's about Chen Ming." ”
My heart spounded: "What's wrong with him?" ”
"He behaved well and was released from prison early." Li Gang sighed, "I know you still have a pimple about his affairs, but I think you should know the news." ”
I was silent for a while, my emotions mixed and indiscerning. Chen Ming has been released from prison, and the young man who once caused me to lose Liu Fang is now free again. "He's out of prison, so what? Liu Fang won't come back either. ”
Li Gang didn't speak, and there was silence on the other end of the phone. I knew he was worried about me, but I really didn't know how to deal with the news.
A few days later, I unexpectedly saw Chen Ming at the door of my house. He looked much more mature than before, and his face was replaced by a deep sense of guilt instead of the panic and uneasiness he had had at the beginning.
I looked at him coldly: "What are you doing here?" ”
Chen Ming lowered his head, his voice trembling a little: "Mr. Zhang, I know that I am not qualified to ask for your forgiveness, but I really want to do something for the past. ”
I frowned: "What can you do?" ”
"I think, if possible, I want to take care of you in the place of Ms. Liu." Chen Ming's tone was firm, "I know that this can't make up for my mistakes, but I'm willing to do my best to make amends." ”
I was stunned, I didn't expect him to make such a request. I looked at him, and an indescribable emotion welled up in my heart. This young man, is he really willing to pay for the mistakes he has made?
I took a deep breath and decided to give him a chance: "You are willing to take care of me, I can consider it." But you must promise me that from now on, you will live well and never go down the wrong path again. ”
Chen Ming nodded heavily: "I promise you, Mr. Zhang." ”
Since then, Chen Ming has become a regular visitor to my house. He helped me with the housework, chatted with me, and even accompanied me to visit Liu Fang's grave. With him by my side, I found myself gradually moving away from the grief of losing Liu Fang.
I know that Liu Fang will always be an indelible pain in my heart, but life has to go on. And Chen Ming, in his way, also made me feel a trace of warmth. In this world without Liu Fang, I learned to forgive and accept. And I believe that Liu Fang's spirit in heaven will also hope that I can regain the courage and hope to live.
As time went on, Chen Ming's time at my house gradually increased. He's not just a helper, he's more like a family member. He was always silently by my side, giving me invisible comfort and support. Whenever I feel lonely or sad, he is always able to find out in time and give me encouragement and warmth.
One day, when Chen Ming was helping me tidy up the garden, he suddenly asked me, "Mr. Zhang, has your memory of Ms. Liu faded?" ”
I stopped what I was doing and looked at him: "Fade away? No, never. She will always be in my heart and will miss her wherever I go. ”
Chen Ming nodded, a hint of understanding flashing in his eyes. He said softly, "Mr. Zhang, I know that I cannot replace Ms. Liu's place in your heart, but I hope I can be your friend and accompany you through this difficult time." ”
I looked at him and felt a grateful. This young man, he has really changed, he has become mature and responsible. I smiled and said, "Thank you, Chen Ming." You have indeed become my friend, and your company makes me feel warm. ”
In the days that followed, the relationship between Chen Ming and I became even closer. We started working together in the community to help those in need. I found that Chen Ming has a kind heart, he is always helpful and selfless.
One day, we participated in a community-organized charity event to help children from poor families. During the event, I saw the scene of Chen Ming interacting with the children, he patiently taught the children to learn, told them stories, and their laughter and cheers made me feel extremely gratified.
When I got home in the evening, I said to Chen Ming, "Chen Ming, you have really changed and become better. You have given me hope and made me believe that even if there will be misfortunes in life, as long as we persevere, we will always find the light. ”
Chen Ming looked at me with a gleam of gratitude in his eyes: "Mr. Zhang, it was you who gave me the opportunity to change, and it was your tolerance and kindness that made me rediscover the meaning of life." I will continue to work hard to become a better person. ”
I smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "Chen Ming, you are already on your way to becoming a better person." I am sure that your future will be even brighter. ”
As time went on, my relationship with Chen Ming became deeper and deeper. We support each other as a family and face life's challenges together. Although Liu Fang's departure left me with eternal pain, Chen Ming's company allowed me to regain the courage and hope to live. I believe that no matter what difficulties and challenges lie ahead, as long as we support each other, we can find solutions to problems and move forward.