In the cozy bedroom, Gu Yanxiao and Xia Liang concluded their late-night conversation about their daughter, Gu Yunxi. Their dialogue revealed their deep love for their daughter and their mutual understanding. With the conversation over, their anxieties were somewhat alleviated.
Gu Yanxiao gently embraced Xia Liang, and the two nestled together, feeling each other's warmth and comfort. In this quiet moment, their hearts found solace in each other, and the day's fatigue and worries seemed to dissipate.
Xia Liang said softly, "Yan Xiao, don't think too much. Our daughter will be fine."
Gu Yanxiao gently patted Xia Liang's back and replied softly, "Yes, I know. I feel very safe with you by my side."
In this tranquility and peace, the two gradually drifted off to sleep. Their breathing became even, their bodies relaxed, and they nestled close together, ready to greet the new day.
The next morning, the atmosphere at the Gu family's dining table seemed a little more subtle than usual. Gu Yanxiao sat at the table, his gaze frequently drifting towards Gu Yunxi, his eyes filled with a searching and thoughtful expression.
Gu Yunxi felt her father's gaze and her heart pounded with unease. She knew that her father and mother had discussed her last night, which made her feel somewhat guilty. She tried her best to remain calm, but the utensils in her hands betrayed her nervousness, and the occasional unintentional noises seemed to emphasize her discomfort.
Xia Liang noticed the scene at the dining table. She understood her husband's personality and her daughter's feelings. She gently broke the silence: "Yunxi, the fried eggs are pretty good today. Try them."
Gu Yunxi seized the opportunity her mother offered and quickly replied, "Yes, Mom's fried eggs are always delicious." She looked up, gave her mother a grateful smile, and then quickly began to eat, thus avoiding her father's gaze.
Seeing this, Gu Yanxiao realized that his gaze might have put pressure on his daughter. He decided not to add to her psychological burden and changed the subject with his wife: "Honey, the weather looks nice today, shall we go for a walk in the countryside sometime?"
Xia Liang smiled and replied, "Great idea! We can go as a family and relax."
Hearing her parents' conversation, Gu Yunxi's tension gradually eased. She knew that her parents would ultimately support her choice, as long as she could demonstrate maturity and rationality.
Gu Yuanzhi's voice suddenly rang out in the restaurant, full of childlike energy and excitement. She had just entered the restaurant and heard her parents discussing their picnic plans. She was immediately drawn to the idea and couldn't help but loudly express her own wish.
"I want to go too!" Gu Yuanzhi said as she jumped to the dining table, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
Gu Yanxiao and Xia Liang exchanged a smile. Seeing their youngest daughter's excited expression, their mood lightened. Gu Yanxiao smiled and said to Gu Yuanzhi, "Of course, our whole family can go together. It will definitely be a lot of fun."
Xia Liang gently added, "Yes, Yuanzhi, let's go to the countryside together to breathe fresh air and enjoy the beauty of nature."
Hearing her sister's words, Gu Yunxi's nervousness dissipated considerably. She looked up and joined the family discussion: "We can go on a picnic, and I can even cook a few of my specialty dishes to bring."
Gu Yanxiao nodded in agreement: "Good idea, Yunxi. Let's go this weekend, and I'll arrange the itinerary."
Gu Yuanzhi jumped up with joy when she heard that the whole family could go together: "Great! I'm going to get my picnic bag ready!" After saying that, she ran back to her room and began to excitedly prepare.
While pondering his eldest daughter Gu Yunxi's situation, Gu Yanxiao suddenly realized that his younger daughter Gu Yuanzhi had also reached the threshold of adolescence, embarking on a stage of growth full of changes and challenges. This realization caused him a slight worry, fearing that the outside world might have a negative influence on his innocent daughter.
He thought to himself, "I was so focused on work and Yunxi that I almost forgot Yuanzhi was growing up too. Society is complicated now, and children face a lot of temptations and pressures."
Xia Liang noticed Gu Yanxiao's worry and comforted him, saying, "Yanxiao, every child goes through this stage. We can't always worry. The key is to teach them how to see the world correctly and how to make wise choices."
Gu Yanxiao nodded and said seriously, "You're right. We need to pay more attention to Yuanzhi's growth, give her enough care and guidance, and help her establish the right values."
Gu Yunxi also expressed her support: "Dad, Mom and I will pay more attention to my sister, and we will help her get through adolescence safely."
Gu Yanxiao felt the warmth and support of his family. He knew that as long as the whole family was united, they could help their children grow up healthily and happily.
Gu Yanxiao didn't fully reveal his worries; his deeper concern was about Gu Yuanzhi's potential early romantic relationship. As a father, he feared that his daughter's involvement in the complexities of relationships before she was mature might negatively impact her studies and future.
However, what Gu Yanxiao didn't know was that Gu Yuanzhi had already secretly found a boyfriend before her eldest daughter, Gu Yunxi. Gu Yuanzhi carefully guarded this secret, enjoying this innocent romance while also worrying about being discovered by her family.
In her daily life at the Gu family home, Gu Yuanzhi behaved as usual, trying her best not to give herself away in front of her parents. She maintained a low profile with her boyfriend at school, and at home she focused on her studies and family life, not letting her feelings be discovered.
As a mother, Xia Liang was very sensitive to her daughters' emotional changes. She may have vaguely sensed some subtle changes in Gu Yuanzhi, but she didn't point it out directly. She chose to observe and wait, believing that her daughter would open her heart to her at the right time.
Deep down, Gu Yanxiao hoped that through the warmth of family and proper guidance, Gu Yuanzhi could approach relationships more rationally and avoid the problems that early romance might bring. He planned to find a suitable opportunity in the future to have an in-depth conversation with his daughter, understand her thoughts and feelings, and provide her with guidance and support as a father.
Deep down, Gu Yanxiao was always searching for a suitable way to communicate with his daughters, especially about topics like relationships and growing up. He knew that as a father, he needed to find a balance between protecting and guiding.
One evening, Gu Yanxiao decided to use the family time after dinner to have a relaxed yet in-depth conversation with his daughters. He sat on the sofa in the living room, waiting for Gu Yunxi and Gu Yuanzhi to join him.
"Kids, come on, let's have a chat." Gu Yanxiao greeted them with a smile.
Gu Yunxi and Gu Yuanzhi sat down opposite their father, both of them curious about what he wanted to talk about.
Gu Yanxiao cleared his throat and said seriously, "You've all grown up now, and Dad wants to talk to you about relationships and interpersonal connections. I know this might be a little awkward, but I feel that as your father, I have a responsibility to share some of my views and experiences with you."
Gu Yunxi nodded, indicating her understanding: "Dad, we understand your concern."
Gu Yanxiao turned to Gu Yuanzhi, his eyes filled with affection: "Yuanzhi, although you are still young, Dad hopes that you can understand these things as early as possible so that you can better handle your feelings in the future."
Gu Yuanzhi was a little nervous. She hadn't expected her father to bring up this topic so suddenly, and the secret in her heart made her feel uneasy: "Yes, Dad, I understand."
Xia Liang joined the conversation: "As parents, we hope you can grow up happily, but at the same time, you also need to learn to protect yourselves. Relationships are complicated, but as long as you are willing to communicate with us, we are always here to support you."
Gu Yanxiao continued, "Remember, no matter what happens, you can trust us. We will give you our most sincere advice and help."
Although this conversation didn't directly address Gu Yuanzhi's secret, it opened a door for communication between father and daughters. Gu Yanxiao hoped that through this exchange, his daughters would know that no matter when or where, home would always be their strongest support.
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