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Uncle Chen had just finished lunch, and habitually picked up his mobile phone to swipe the circle of friends. Flipping through it, he suddenly saw a family photo sent by his son Chen Qiang, in which Chen Qiang's family of three was smiling happily. Chen Bozheng wanted to like it, but his eyes were attracted by a line of small words: "Li Fang and I took our son Xiao Li to the amusement park for a day, and the child was so happy." ”
"What? Xiao Li? Uncle Chen's heart tightened. He hurriedly clicked on the photo, zoomed in and looked at his grandson's name, and sure enough, it was written "Xiao Li". In an instant, Uncle Chen felt his blood pressure rise, and his face turned pale. He stood up from the couch suddenly, slapped his phone on the table fiercely, his eyes widened like brass bells, "What kind of fame is this?" How can a grandson take his mother's surname! ”
Uncle Chen paced back and forth in the room, with mixed feelings in his heart. He has accepted the concept since he was a child that the family is inherited by blood, and children and grandchildren must follow their father's surname. This concept is deeply ingrained, and now he suddenly discovers that his grandson has his mother's surname, which is simply a great shame and betrayal for him. The more he thought about it, the more angry he became, and the disappointment and anger in his heart towards Chen Qiang and Li Fang continued to increase.
Soon, Chen Qiang and Li Fang returned home. Seeing that Uncle Chen's face was wrong, Chen Qiang asked with concern, "Dad, what's wrong with you?" The face is so ugly? ”
"You're still asking me what's wrong?" Uncle Chen's voice trembled with anger, "Look at the photo posted by your circle of friends, what's the matter with your son's name?" ”
Chen Qiang was stunned for a moment, then reacted and smiled awkwardly: "Oh, Dad, this matter is not a big deal, but we discussed letting the child take Li Fang's surname." ”
"What is it called is not a big deal!" Uncle Chen roared angrily, "How can the children of our Chen family take their mother's surname? This is nonsense! ”
Seeing this, Li Fang hurriedly stepped forward to explain: "Dad, don't be angry, this is just a decision between our husband and wife, I didn't expect you to be so angry." In fact, we have been thinking about this for a long time. ”
Uncle Chen slapped the table fiercely, "Consider? Have you considered my feelings? The rule of our Chen family is that children must follow their father's surname, and the family tradition has been like this for so many years, how can you change it casually? ”
Chen Qiang tried to calm his father's anger, "Dad, the times are different now, and it is normal for children in many families to follow their mother's surname, and this is what I discussed with Li Fang." ”
"Normal? In my opinion, this is disrespect for the family. Uncle Chen was still angry, "Since you don't respect the family tradition, then don't blame me for not being emotional." From this day forward, I have decided to leave all my possessions to your cousin. ”
Chen Qiang and Li Fang were stunned, they didn't expect Uncle Chen to make such a decision. Chen Qiang hurriedly said: "Dad, you can't do this, this matter hasn't reached that point yet." We just don't think there's anything wrong with taking my mother's last name. ”
"No problem? In my case, that's the big question. Chen Bo said coldly, "Either change back to the child's surname, or don't expect to get a penny from me." ”
Li Fang tried to give in, "Dad, let's discuss it again, and we can discuss this matter again." ”
"There's nothing to discuss." Uncle Chen waved his hand, "I've already said this, you can do it yourself." ”
Chen Qiang and Li Fang looked at each other speechlessly, they had never seen their father so firm and angry. Chen Qiang felt bitter in his heart, and he didn't know what to do.
Chen Qiang and Li Fang held back a wave of anger in their hearts, and after returning to the room, Chen Qiang couldn't help but complain loudly: "What age is this, why can't our children take their mother's surname?" Dad is too stubborn! ”
Li Fang sighed and whispered: "Qiangzi, don't worry, Dad's concept is indeed a little old, but he just hopes that the family tradition can continue." We'll have to find a way to convince him. ”
Chen Qiang shook his head, his eyes were firm: "No, I have to talk to my dad about it, this matter can't be left like that." With that, he slammed up and walked to Uncle Chen's room.
"Dad, we need to have a good talk." As soon as Chen Qiang entered the door, he went straight to the point.
Chen Bo looked at him coldly, "What is there to talk about?" My decision has been made clear. ”
Chen Qiang took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down: "Dad, I know you value family traditions, but now that society has changed, many things are different. We also have our considerations. ”
"What do you think?" Chen Bo sneered, "What about my considerations?" What about the face of our Chen family? ”
Li Fang also walked in, trying to ease the atmosphere: "Dad, listen to me, it is also a choice for children to follow their mother's surname, and it does not mean disrespect for the family. We just want our children to feel the love of both families. ”
Uncle Chen's face turned red with anger, "Feel the love of the families on both sides? You are challenging my authority! You think I'm old and don't understand the rules of modern society, do you? ”
Chen Qiang was also enraged, and his voice raised an octave: "Dad, we have never disrespected your intentions, we just feel that this kind of thing is not worth making such a big deal about." We're all family, so why can't we discuss it properly? ”
"Discuss?" Chen Bo snorted coldly, "In my dictionary, this kind of thing is non-negotiable. If you insist that your child take his mother's surname, then don't blame me for being ruthless! ”
Seeing his father's resolute attitude, Chen Qiang's heart became even more angry, and he said angrily: "Dad, why are you so stubborn? Just for the sake of that so-called family face? Isn't our family important? ”
Uncle Chen was angered by his son's questioning, "Do you think I don't value this family?" It's because I value this family that I can't let you be so nonsense! ”
Seeing this, Li Fang hurriedly grabbed Chen Qiang's arm and persuaded in a low voice: "Qiangzi, stop arguing, if you continue like this, you won't be able to solve the problem." ”
However, Uncle Chen had already made up his mind, and he began to discuss the transfer of property with his nephew Chen Wei. When Chen Wei heard his uncle's plan, he was also a little hesitant, but he still said that he would support Uncle Chen's decision.
This made Chen Qiang and his wife feel extremely disappointed and helpless. Chen Qiang couldn't help but complain: "Dad, do you really want to do this?" It's a lifetime thing, do you really want to ruin all our relationships for a surname? ”
Chen Bo still insisted on his position, "If you don't change back to the child's surname, this matter will not be discussed." ”
Soon, other family members were also involved in the dispute. Chen's siblings expressed their opinions, with some supporting Chen's adherence to family traditions, while others believed that the choices of young people should be respected. There were endless arguments, but no consensus could be reached.
The atmosphere at home is becoming more and more tense, and everyone has a breath of air in their hearts, and no one wants to bow their heads first. Chen Qiang and Li Fang felt extremely tired and helpless, and even began to consider whether to move out with their children.
Time flies, and in a blink of an eye, it's the Mid-Autumn Festival. Chen Qiang decided to take advantage of this reunion day to invite the whole family to a party, trying to take the opportunity to ease the tension at home.
On the day of the party, the home was warmly and lively. The table was filled with all kinds of delicacies, and the children frolicked in the yard, and the whole family seemed to be happy. However, Uncle Chen's face was still heavy, and the qi in his heart had not completely dissipated.
During dinner, his grandson Chen Xiaoli suddenly ran to Uncle Chen's side, took his hand, and said in a childish voice: "Grandpa, look, this is the moon I painted, is it beautiful?" ”
Uncle Chen looked down at his grandson's painting, his heart moved slightly, and nodded: "Well, the painting is very good, Xiao Li is really smart." ”
Xiao Li laughed excitedly and said, "Grandpa, Mom and Dad said that we are a family and we want to be together forever." I like Grandpa the most. ”
Hearing Sun Tzu's innocent words, Uncle Chen's heart seemed to be touched by something. He looked up and looked at the happy appearance of the whole family, and his heart began to waver. Is the family concept he has always adhered to really adapted to this era? Is it really worth the family conflict he caused because of this?
Chen Qiang saw the change in his father and decided to strike while the iron was hot. He walked up to his father and whispered, "Dad, you see how sensible Xiao Li is, he doesn't care what his surname is, he only cares about our family being together." Actually, we are the same. ”
Li Fang also came over and added softly: "Dad, we really don't want to challenge your authority, we just hope that the child can feel the love of the families on both sides." Taking your mother's surname is just a symbol and does not change our respect and love for you. ”
Uncle Chen listened to his son and daughter-in-law's explanation, looked at his grandson's innocent smiling face again, and the ice in his heart began to melt. He took a deep breath and nodded, "Perhaps, it's me who is too stubborn." Times have changed, and some perceptions do need to change. ”
When Chen Qiang and his wife heard this, the stone in their hearts finally fell to the ground, and a relieved smile appeared on their faces. Chen Qiang held his father's hand and said sincerely, "Dad, thank you for understanding us. Our family is still the most important thing. ”
Li Fang also held Uncle Chen's other hand tightly: "Dad, we will always respect you, and we hope to always be by your side to honor you." ”
Uncle Chen felt the sincerity of his son and daughter-in-law, and the anger in his heart finally dissipated completely. He patted his son on the shoulder and said, "Okay, that's it." I won't leave my property to my nephew anymore, your family is still the most important thing. ”
When the whole family heard this, they all breathed a sigh of relief, and their faces were filled with happy smiles. Everyone raised their glasses to celebrate this moment of reconciliation. Uncle Chen looked at this scene, and felt incomparably warm and precious in his heart.
After dinner, everyone sat around the courtyard to admire the moon, and the children played and laughed continuously. Chen Bo said with emotion: "Sometimes, the love of family members is more important than anything else. When we are a family, we are the greatest happiness. ”
Chen Qiang nodded with deep feelings: "Yes, Dad, with you, our family is complete." ”
Li Fang also smiled and agreed: "We will cherish this family affection more in the future and live a good life." ”
Uncle Chen looked at the family in front of him, and his heart was full of happiness. He suddenly felt that the traditional ideas he adhered to were perhaps not the most important. The important thing is this family, this family affection, this love.
In this quiet night, Chen Bo felt unprecedented peace and contentment.