Lao Li, a retired old man, is quiet and speaks little on weekdays. His life has changed dramatically because of the demolition - 6 million in compensation for the demolition.
Originally, Lao Li thought in his heart that the money should be divided equally between his son and daughter. But under the rounds of grinding and hard foaming by his son and daughter-in-law, he finally relented and transferred all the money to his son.
Lao Li's daughter, a sensible and independent girl, has always been a little estranged from her family. She didn't care about the money, she was sad about her father's choice, the feeling of being forgotten and ignored.
She didn't argue with her father, nor did she show disappointment, but silently cut off contact with her family. Lao Li's home is like an invisible thread has been cut, quietly floating in this busy city.
As the days passed, Lao Li's life seemed to return to peace, but there was always a feeling of emptiness in his heart. Occasionally, he thought of his daughter, her smile as a child, and every moment of her upbringing, but these memories were always mixed with pain.
The lives of his son and daughter-in-law are gradually changing. 6 million for them, opening the door to a new world. Their lives became luxurious. But what followed was a gradual decrease in the care for Lao Li.
8 years passed imperceptibly. Lao Li's health began to decline, and he suffered from a serious illness that required a long period of time. Although the son and daughter-in-law showed concern at first, as time went by, their care for Lao Li decreased significantly.
The daughter also got the news. I haven't seen her for years, and she's still that independent, strong girl. Although the hurt of the past has always been in her heart, she did not hesitate to decide to come back to take care of Lao Li when she learned the news that her father was seriously ill. Her arrival is like a ray of warm sunshine in winter, bringing long-lost warmth and comfort to Lao Li.
The daughter made Lao Li's mood change. Regret and guilt slowly creep in my heart.
The daughter not only brought care and warmth, but also brought long-lost dialogue and communication between families. In the days of taking care of Lao Li, she tried her best to make up for the lost years, although there was still a sting in her heart, she persevered.
The attitude of the son and daughter-in-law has become even colder. They begin to be unhappy with their daughter's return, and even show jealousy and dissatisfaction.
Lao Li felt helpless and lonely. He began to regret that if he had been more determined to stick to his principles, perhaps nothing would have come to this. His condition was also exacerbated by these psychological stresses.
While taking care of her father, the daughter also tries to communicate with her brother in the hope of repairing the broken family. But every attempt seemed futile.
Lao Li felt that his time was running out. He began to think about how to repair the rift over the years as much as possible in the limited time, and how to regain warmth and understanding in this home.
Lao Li made an important decision. He sat his son and daughter on the edge of his bed and began a deep and sincere family conversation.
Lao Li apologized to his daughter first, and he told her that she was proud of her sensibility and strength. He then turned to his son and frankly expressed his disappointment at his change in attitude. He reminded his son that family and affection are far more important than money, and hoped that he would be able to re-examine his life and values.
Communication is difficult, but it opens up communication between family members. The tears of the daughter and the silence of the son became the most powerful words in this conversation. The son also began to reflect.
Then, the mood in the house began to change. The son began to spend more time with Lao Li.
Although time cannot be turned back and the past damage cannot be completely erased, Lao Li's family has finally begun to move towards reconciliation and understanding. Lao Li saw hope and felt comforted. He knew that his time was running out, but at least, he saw hope that the family would be reconciled again.
In the last stage of his life, Lao Li received his most precious gift - the reconciliation of the family and the reunion of family affection. Although his body was getting weaker and weaker, his mind felt fuller and calmer than ever because of this reconciliation.
The careful care of his daughter and the gradual change of heart of his son gave Lao Li great comfort. He began to share with the children memories of the past, those warm moments that had been forgotten by the years. In these days, the atmosphere of the family becomes warmer and warmer, and the misunderstandings and contradictions of the past gradually dissipate in this warmth.
In the end, Lao Li passed away in peace and contentment. His last moments were spent in the company of children and in soft voices. His eyes were filled with gratitude and serenity, knowing that his most precious legacy—the love and understanding between his family—would live on after he was gone.