The secret of the brazier
My family lives in Jiangnan, and my ancestors have been in business and have accumulated some wealth. In my generation, although not as rich as my ancestors, I still have no worries about food and clothing. I married a beautiful wife named Wan'er, who was not only beautiful, but also gentle and virtuous, and won my heart. Our life was supposed to be peaceful and peaceful, until that snowy night.
On that day, I had an urgent business to deal with in the field, so I left home in a hurry, leaving Wan'er alone to guard my home. Before leaving, I told her to close the doors and windows and watch out for the candles, and she nodded yes and watched me go.
The business went more smoothly than expected, I completed the task ahead of schedule, and I rushed home overnight with Wan'er in mind. When I opened the door, it was pitch black, with only a faint light coming out of one side room. I wondered, Wan'er has always been thrifty, and it was late at night, why was there still a light?
I walked softly to the light-filled room, only to hear a whisper from inside, as if there was a Wan'er voice. I was shocked, could it be that there was a thief in the house? I quickly grabbed a knife from the kitchen and slammed the door open.
I was stunned by what I saw. Inside the house, a handsome young man was sitting with Wan'er, and between the two was a burning brazier, and the light of the fire reflected on their faces was particularly warm. When they saw me break in, they both looked panicked.
"Xianggong, you ...... Why did you come back so early? Wan'er stood up and said in a trembling voice.
"Who is he?" I asked coldly, clenching the knife in my hand.
"Xianggong, you listen to my explanation......" Wan'er tried to come over and take my hand, but I shook her away.
"Don't touch me! I just want to know who he is and why is he here? I roared.
"I ...... I am Wan'er's distant cousin, and I came to join her because of the disaster at home. The young man stammered and explained, "Brother-in-law, you ...... Don't get me wrong, my cousin and I are innocent, and there is no other intention. ”
I looked at the two of them, and the anger in my heart gradually subsided a little. Wan'er has always been a gentle and virtuous woman, and I am sure that she will not do anything to be sorry for me. However, the appearance of this young man gave birth to a thorn in my heart.
"Why are you here late at night?" I asked, staring at the young man.
"I ...... I just arrived today, and my cousin prepared a room for me, but I felt cold, so I asked my cousin to make a fire for me to keep warm. He lowered his head, not daring to make eye contact with me.
I looked at the brazier, it was indeed prepared for Wan'er before I left home. However, the fact that they were alone in the same room late at night still made me unhappy.
"Since you are Wan'er's cousin, I don't care about you. But tonight, I don't want a second time. I said coldly and turned to leave the room.
That night, I slept alone in my study, full of doubts and uneasiness. I don't know if I should believe Wan'er's explanation, or where the young man came from. However, I knew I couldn't just let myself fall into suspicion and jealousy.
The next morning, I woke up early and decided to have a good talk with Wan'er. When I reached the door of her room, I heard a slight cry coming from inside. I knocked lightly on the door, and Wan'er's voice was choked: "Please come in." ”
I pushed open the door and saw Wan'er sitting on the edge of the bed crying. I walked over and hugged her gently: "Wan'er, I was too impulsive last night." Can you tell me what the hell is going on? ”
Wan'er raised her head and looked at me with teary eyes: "Xianggong, I really didn't do anything to be sorry for you. He was indeed my distant cousin, who had come to us because of the trouble at home. The reason why I was in his room so late was because he was new to the city and was unfamiliar with it, so I just went to bring him some charcoal fire and food. ”
I looked at Wan'er's clear eyes, and the doubts in my heart gradually dissipated. I believe in her and in the affection between us. I held her hand tightly: "Wan'er, I'm sorry, I blamed you." In the future, I will trust you more and no longer let you be wronged. ”
We looked at each other and smiled, and the estrangement in our hearts disappeared in an instant. Later, with our help, the young man also found a suitable livelihood, and he left our home gratefully. Our lives have returned to their former peace and happiness.
However, the matter is not quite over. One day, years later, while sorting through my old belongings, I stumbled upon a yellowed diary. When I opened it, it turned out to be Wan'er's handwriting. I read it curiously, but I discovered a shocking secret - it turned out that the young man was not Wan'er's distant cousin, but her young sweetheart!
I closed my journal in shock, my mind mixed. I don't know how I should face this fact, and I don't know why Wan'er has deceived me for so many years. However, when I calmed down, I chose to forgive and understand. After all, everyone has their own past and secrets, and what matters is the happiness and future we have now.
So, I put the journal back in its place as if I didn't know anything. I continued to live a peaceful and happy life with Wan'er until we were gray-haired and foaming with each other. And that secret has become an eternal tacit understanding and memory between us.