The atmosphere of the family gathering was lively and every corner of the Lu family was filled with the atmosphere of art.
The paintings hanging on the wall, although a little childish, are full of homely warmth and childlike fun.
Old Mrs. Lu took out her "Flower and Bird Painting" and proudly showed it to everyone. Although the bird in the painting looked like a chicken and the flowers looked like potatoes, everyone still gave her warm applause.
Shen Qiqi looked at this scene, the corners of her mouth raised, and her heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment.
She held Lu Qing's hand tightly, with a sly glint in her eyes, "Brother Qing, our home is becoming more and more artistic."
Lu Qing smiled slightly and patted the back of Shen Qiqi's hand gently, "This is all thanks to you, Qiqi. You always bring us new surprises."
Shen Qiqi leaned close to Lu Qing's ear mysteriously and whispered, "I have an even bolder idea..." As soon as she finished speaking, she suddenly raised her voice, attracting everyone's attention, "Everyone, listen carefully, I have a suggestion!"
The family members' eyes all turned to Shen Qiqi, and the atmosphere in the room instantly became tense and excited.
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"I want to hold a family art creation competition. Everyone can participate in it. Whether it's painting, paper cutting, or handicrafts, they can show it to everyone." As soon as Shen Qiqi finished speaking, the family members had different emotions, some excited, some hesitant.
My uncle's wife frowned and said with some embarrassment: "Qiqi, I don't have much artistic talent, I'm afraid I can't participate..." Her voice was a little low, and the hesitation and dullness on her face were obvious.
Shen Qiqi patted her uncle's wife on the shoulder, her eyes firm and encouraging, "Uncle's wife, don't say that. The important thing is participation. This is a family gathering, not a professional competition. Everyone appreciates each other and learns from each other. This is what's most important."
Mrs. Lu also nodded. "Yes, uncle, don't worry. We are all family and won't laugh at you. We are all making progress together."
Listening to everyone's encouragement, the eldest uncle's wife's heart moved slightly, and her brows gradually relaxed, "Well... okay, I'll give it a try."
Lu Qing smiled and clapped his hands, and the atmosphere instantly became lively. "Listen to Qiqi, let's work together to make this family art creation competition a beautiful memory for us."
A sly look flashed in Shen Qiqi's eyes, and a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth. "Then let's work hard together! By the way, is everyone ready?"
Lu Qing's son raised his hand excitedly, "Mom, I've already finished a picture. I'll show it to everyone later!"
Everyone nodded, and the atmosphere became more lively.
Shen Qiqi looked at everyone's expectant expressions and secretly thought about the next plan.
At this moment, Mrs. Lu's smile suddenly became a little forced. She lowered her head and said softly, "Qiqi, I..."
Shen Qiqi immediately noticed that something was wrong with Mrs. Lu. She smiled gently, walked forward, and gently held Mrs. Lu's hand, "Don't worry, Mrs. Lu. Let's work hard together!"
Mrs. Lu's encouragement was like a beam of warm light, illuminating her heart.
Mrs. Lu's hesitation to speak was like a small stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples and instantly cooling the lively atmosphere in the room.
She pinched the corner of her clothes, her eyes avoiding, like a child who had done something wrong, and stammered: "I... I'm afraid that I won't draw well and embarrass you." The wrinkles on her face seemed to be twisted together, full of insecurity.
The air seemed to freeze, and the lively atmosphere just now seemed to be paused.
The little enthusiasm that had just been ignited by my uncle and his wife was extinguished.
She sat quietly by the side, lowered her head, and started picking her nails again.
Lu Qing frowned slightly, walked to the old lady, patted her shoulder gently, and comforted her: "Mom, don't be afraid, you draw very well, that 'chicken'... no, that bird is so distinctive!" As Lu Qing spoke, he deliberately winked, trying to make the old lady happy.
Shen Qiqi said inwardly, "Oh no!" This old lady was probably suffering from the problem of "self-denial" again.
Her eyes rolled, a plan came to her mind, and she clapped her hands suddenly, "Oh, all talk is fake! Let's take a look at the results of our previous 'artistic cultivation'!" As she said that, she dug out the works that everyone had created when they were "slacking off" from the corner.
"Look, this is an 'abstract' flower painting by my uncle's wife. Don't be fooled by the simple lines, they are the soul of art!" Shen Qiqi picked up a slightly sloppy painting and gestured exaggeratedly.
"And Lu Qing's 'Soul Lines', I guess he painted an abstract landscape? Wow, such wild brushstrokes, I give it full marks!" She pointed at Lu Qing's "masterpiece" with twisted lines, with a hint of ridicule in her tone.
Everyone laughed out loud at Shen Qiqi's amusement, and the depressing atmosphere just now was swept away.
Looking at her "chicken" and "potatoes", Old Mrs. Lu couldn't help but smile, and the wrinkles on her face smoothed out, like the warm sun in winter.
"The most important thing is, look, everyone has improved! From 'soul painter' to 'somewhat rudimentary', isn't this the best proof of progress?" Shen Qiqi glanced at everyone with a smile, her eyes gleaming with encouragement.
Lu Qing's son danced with joy and clapped his hands excitedly. His little face was as red as a ripe apple.
"Mom, the dinosaur I drew is amazing! I must show it to everyone later!" As he said that, he pulled the corner of Shen Qiqi's clothes, eager to show his work.
Smiles appeared on the family members' faces again, and an atmosphere of hope spread again.
Old Mrs. Lu's eyes also became firm, and she clenched the paintbrush in her hand, as if she wanted to grasp something precious.
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