Li Hua's daily routine revolves around his family. She got up from the warm bed at 6 a.m. and began to prepare three meals a day, take care of the housework, and take care of all kinds of things at home.
Wang Hao, her son, is a lively and cute seven-year-old child who is always curious about the world around him. Li Hua tried his best to give him the best education and care, hoping that he could grow up healthy and happy.
On the other hand, Li Hua's father-in-law, Wang Ming, is a retired old man. Since retiring five years ago, he seems to have changed as a different person. He used to be the breadwinner of his family and had a good education, but now retirement seems to have deprived him of motivation to move forward. He spends most of his day lying on the couch, watching TV, or playing board games on his phone.
This situation made Li Hua feel very dissatisfied. She tried her best to maintain order and warmth in her home, but as time passed, she began to feel resentful, even angry, about her father-in-law's laziness and passivity.
Again and again, Li Hua tried to talk to his father-in-law. One morning, she walked up to the couch with a cup of freshly brewed hot tea in her hand and tactfully started the conversation.
"Father-in-law, good morning, I see that you are always idle, and there are quite a lot of things at home, can you help?" Li Hua gently expressed his requests and expectations.
Wang Ming didn't take his eyes off the screen of his mobile phone, but just replied casually: "I've been busy enough in my life, and now it's time to enjoy life." ”
Li Hua took a deep breath and tried her best to suppress the depression in her heart, but her patience also had a limit.
As time passed, Li Hua felt that the atmosphere at home was getting more and more dull. One day, when she was busy with all the housework and sat at the dining table to check Wang Hao's homework, she could no longer suppress the dissatisfaction in her heart, and muttered to herself: "A family, how can this be, can't no one share my responsibilities?" ”
Wang Hao heard his mother's complaint and asked curiously: "Mom, why isn't grandpa as busy as you?" ”
Li Hua looked at his son's clear eyes and couldn't give an answer. She was a little helpless, she knew that this problem would have to be faced after all, but she didn't want to plant the seeds of disrespect for the old man in the heart of the little Wang Hao.
One weekend afternoon, Wang Ming's inaction reached its peak. Li Hua was busy cleaning the room, while Wang Ming was still lying flat on the sofa. This time, Li Hua couldn't bear it anymore and couldn't help but raise his voice: "Father-in-law, there are so many things waiting to be done at home, can't you help?" ”
Wang Ming on the sofa finally reacted, but his tone was reproachful: "Why, now you have to be criticized for even resting?" What do you think of me, don't I say it in this house? ”
There was a heavy smell in the air, and Li Hua felt indifference and disappointment like never before. Wang Hao stood aside, I don't know why, I only saw my mother's busy figure and my grandfather's dissatisfied expression. Home, for Li Hua, should be a harbor of love and understanding, but now it has become a thorn in her heart.
Day after day, Li Hua understands more and more in her heart that home should not be just a battlefield for one person, but a place for everyone to work together, she knows that she can't just be silent, she wants to find the warmth and sense of belonging of the long-lost home for the sake of her son and for herself.
Wang Hao felt the tense atmosphere at home, the child's mind was extremely sensitive, and he inadvertently captured the subtle emotional changes that were not easy to detect in the eyes of adults. Although Li Hua tried to remain calm in front of her son, the uneasiness and anxiety emanating from her body could not be completely concealed.
At dinner time on a Saturday, the family of three sat around the dining table, and Li Hua prepared a sumptuous meal for Wang Hao and his father-in-law Wang Ming as usual, and the atmosphere should have been warm. However, when the family was eating silently, Wang Hao suddenly asked: "Mom, why isn't grandpa as busy as you?" ”
Hearing his grandson's question, Wang Ming's face instantly sank, and he put the chopsticks on the table, looking a little displeased: "What do children know, adults at this age should enjoy life." ”
Wang Hao was speechless for a while, feeling his grandfather's displeasure, he didn't understand what he asked wrong. And Li Hua saw it in her eyes and was anxious in her heart, how could she bear her son being treated so coldly?
"What's wrong with letting children understand the meaning of hard work and labor? Is it really good that you've been loitering around all day and putting all the blame on me? Li Hua couldn't suppress it any longer, and his dissatisfaction with Wang Ming completely exploded.
Wang Ming disagreed: "I have worked hard all my life, and now I am living a stable life." You, as a daughter-in-law, are not qualified to teach me this. ”
The conflict escalated. Li Hua could almost hear the angry voice in his heart buzzing, feeling that his dignity was being trampled on. She worries that she and her son will not be able to continue living in such an environment. Wang Hao silently lowered his head, and his appetite was gone.
After dinner, Wang Ming returned to his sofa, and Li Hua took Wang Hao back to his room. She hugged her son tightly and looked at his ignorant little face with heartache: "Haohao, I'm sorry, my mother couldn't create a better home for you." ”
Wang Hao shook his head: "It's okay, Mom, I know you've been working hard." ”
That night, Li Hua tossed and turned, and the child's words were like arrows, piercing her heart deeply. She began to reflect on whether she should put an end to it all and take her son in search of a new way of life, a home where everyone could feel a sense of belonging.
The more Li Hua thought about it, the more he understood that a home is not a certain person's kingdom, nor is it a stage that a person can manipulate at will. She needs to think about Wang Hao, she knows that if this situation continues, not only Wang Hao will be affected, but even she herself will slowly collapse.
Perhaps, change starts now, Li Hua told himself. She will open a new door for Wang Hao, and behind that door is a new world that belongs to the two of them.
On an autumn afternoon, the warm sunlight shines through the window in the quiet room, which should have been warm and cozy. But today's atmosphere is so heavy.
Li Hua pushed the door in, but saw Wang Hao squatting on the ground, crying helplessly. The scattered homework books on the table bear witness to the children's struggle with schoolwork. Li Hua's heart was so painful that he stepped forward and asked eagerly, "Haohao, what's wrong?" Mommy is here, don't cry. ”
Wang Hao raised his red and swollen little face and cried: "Mom, I don't know how to do this topic, I asked my grandfather just now, and he just asked me to do it myself." ”
As soon as the words fell, Li Hua's eyes turned to the living room, where Wang Ming was still lying on the sofa as always, staring at the TV with empty eyes, as if everything around him had nothing to do with him.
This scene completely shattered the last trace of patience in Li Hua's heart. She hugged Wang Hao tightly and gently wiped away his tears, while her heart was flooded. She can't go on like this, not only for herself, but also for Wang Hao, she must make changes.
Wang Hao snuggled in his mother's arms and felt the love and firmness from his mother. Li Hua took out a notice from the school, which was a notice of an upcoming Family Day event.
"Haohao, let's go to this event together, Mom promises you, we will have a good weekend." Li Hua's eyes flashed with determination and hope.
Wang Hao raised his head, his eyes shining, "Really? Can I play with other children? His eyes were rejuvenated and hopeful.
"Of course, mom will accompany you." Li Hua responded, her heart full of strength. She decided that this weekend, she would take Wang Hao to participate in that event, so that Wang Hao could feel the warmth of home and let him know that no matter what the outside world is, their mother and son's world is always full of love and support.
In the quiet room, Li Hua quietly plans for the future, although she doesn't know how difficult the road ahead will be, but she knows that as long as the mother and son work together, they can always find a warm sense of belonging.
At this time, Wang Ming may not realize that he is slowly losing the heart of his family. The indifference and alienation in life are pushing away those closest to them. Li Hua's decision is a silent protest against the status quo and a firm expectation for the future.
On that sunny afternoon, a new chapter was quietly opening.
That weekend, the school playground was already bustling with activity, with colorful balloons, game booths, and laughter. Li Hua took Wang Hao's little hand and shuttled between the crowd, her face blooming with a long-lost smile.
Wang Hao excitedly ran to his favorite game booth, and that day, he was completely immersed in the joy of the festival, as if all his troubles had been thrown out of the clouds. Li Hua stood aside and watched quietly, she saw Wang Hao's long-lost smile, and also saw the innocent curiosity and expectation of the world in his eyes.
"Mom, come and see!" Wang Hao ran back from a painting activity, holding his work in his hand and proudly showing it to Li Hua.
"Wow, Hao Hao drew so well!" Li Hua encouraged his son, and a cold corner in his heart began to slowly melt.
On this day, the mother and son played games together and enjoyed the talent shows of other children together. Here, Li Hua found a long-lost sense of happiness and community, and she felt that she was no longer a lone warrior in battle, but a member of a warm family.
On the way home at night, Li Hua said to Wang Hao: "Haohao, after my father is gone, the two of us depend on each other, and now my grandfather is also... But Mom wants you to know that no matter what happens, you will always be the most important baby in Mommy's heart. Our home will be filled with love and support. ”
Wang Hao grabbed Li Hua's hand tightly, and his little face was filled with a happy smile: "Mom, I understand, I will always love you." ”
Since then, Li Hua has never felt as lonely and helpless at home as before. She knew that as long as she and Wang Hao were together, even without Wang Ming's support, they could build a home full of happiness and a sense of belonging.
No matter what the road is in the future, no matter how many difficulties she will encounter in life, Li Hua is firm in her heart, and she will use her own way to give Wang Hao a real home. This firmness and courage allowed Li Hua and Wang Hao to move forward hand in hand in the long river of years and jointly write a future chapter belonging to their mother and son.