Gu Yunxi had just finished her heart-to-heart talk with her daughter-in-law when new news arrived from home: Huang Haitang, Gu Yunxi's mother-in-law, seemed to have suffered a great emotional shock due to He Zhiyi's illness, and her personality had changed significantly. The originally gentle Huang Haitang had become anxious and restless, with drastic mood swings, which deeply worried Gu Yunxi.
Huang Haitang's changes created a tense atmosphere at home. Gu Yunxi realized that her mother-in-law's emotional issues might require more attention and understanding. She decided to take action, working with her family to support Huang Haitang and help her through this difficult time.
After discussing it with He Siyan, Gu Yunxi decided to arrange some relaxing activities for Huang Haitang to distract her and reduce her stress. They encouraged Huang Haitang to participate in some of her favorite hobbies, such as painting, gardening, or listening to music, hoping that these activities would help her relieve her emotions.
Meanwhile, Gu Yunxi also advised her family to communicate more with Huang Haitang to understand her feelings and needs. She emphasized that the companionship and listening of her family were crucial for Huang Haitang's recovery.
Under Gu Yunxi's guidance, everyone in the family began to pay more attention to Huang Haitang's emotional changes. They took turns accompanying Huang Haitang, giving her comfort and support, and making her feel the love and care of her family.
As time went by, Huang Haitang's emotions gradually stabilized. She began to realize the care and support from her family, which made her feel warm and at ease. She started trying to adjust her mindset and rediscover her life.
Huang Haitang sat beside He Zhiyi's hospital bed, her hands tightly clasped in her husband's, her eyes filled with deep worry. He Zhiyi's breathing was weak and unsteady, each rise and fall tugging at her heartstrings. She gently stroked his forehead and murmured, "You'll get better. We still have to watch the children grow up."
Her gaze kept drifting to the window, where a vibrant garden stretched out before her. She imagined her grandson and granddaughter-in-law playing with the children among the flowers. This image offered her a sense of comfort and strengthened her resolve. She had to do something, for the future of the family, and so that He Zhiyi could see the family's continuation.
Whenever He Siyan and Shu Yajing came to visit, Huang Haitang couldn't help but bring up the topic of children. Her tone carried a hint of pleading: "When can you give us a great-grandchild? The He family needs new hope."
He Siyan kept smiling awkwardly, trying to change the subject, while Shu Yajing seemed somewhat helpless. Huang Haitang noticed their hesitation, a hint of disappointment flashing in her eyes, but it was quickly replaced by determination. She stood up, walked to the window, her back to them, her voice trembling slightly: "I know you have your own plans, but the future of the family also needs to be considered. I hope you can understand."
She turned around, her eyes shining with determination. She reached out and gently stroked Shu Yajing's cheek: "Yajing, I know you young people have your own ideas, but the continuation of the family is our responsibility. I hope you can give us good news as soon as possible."
He Siyan and Shu Yajing exchanged a glance; they could sense their grandmother's anxiety and anticipation. They knew this wasn't just about the child, but also about the family and the passing down of love. They held each other's hands tightly, their hearts filled with thoughts and promises for the future.
Huang Haitang's heart tightened with each of He Zhiyi's faint breaths. She sat on the edge of the bed, her gaze shifting between her husband's face and the night sky outside the window. The night deepened, the stars twinkling as if telling endless stories, and her thoughts, like the night sky, were deep and complex.
Worry clung tightly to her heart like a thin thread. She worried not only about He Zhiyi's health, but also about the future of her entire family. She feared losing him, feared loneliness, and even more so, feared the family line ending with her generation. She knew this wasn't just her personal fear, but also a deep-seated sense of family responsibility ingrained in her blood.
Fear spread through her heart, like an invisible disease eroding her peace. She feared her expectations would become a burden on the younger generation, feared her persistence would be seen as unreasonable. But what she feared even more was what would become of her family's future if she didn't stand firm.
However, beneath these worries and fears, Huang Haitang also harbored hope. She hoped her grandson and granddaughter-in-law would understand her good intentions, and she hoped her family would continue to prosper. Whenever she thought of her potential great-grandchildren, a warm light would shine in her eyes—a longing for the future and a desire for the continuation of life.
Her inner struggle was especially intense in the quiet of the night. Sometimes she would gently stroke He Zhiyi's hand, sometimes she would tightly grip the family crest on her chest, a symbol of her promise to her family and her commitment to the past. She knew she had to be strong, for He Zhiyi, for her family, and for the conviction in her own heart.
Huang Haitang's heart was filled with complex emotions; every sigh and every smile was a reflection of her inner world. Her story, like the family crest in her hand, has withstood the test of time, yet still shines with an undying brilliance.
Gu Yunxi stood at the door of the ward, her gaze passing through the half-open crack and landing on Huang Haitang's slightly hunched back. She could sense her mother-in-law's anxiety and unease; it was a tense atmosphere that was almost palpable. She knew that Huang Haitang's persistence was not only an expectation for the future of the family, but also a deep yearning for the continuation of life.
She took a deep breath, pushed open the door, and gently walked to Huang Haitang's side. Gu Yunxi's voice was gentle yet firm; she knew that at this moment, she had to stand up and say a few words for her son and daughter-in-law.
“Mom,” Gu Yunxi said softly, “I know you are worried and looking forward to it. But Si Yan and Ya Jing have their own plans and pace. As elders, we should give them some space and let them make their own decisions.”
Huang Haitang turned her head, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. She looked at Gu Yunxi, seemingly searching for resonance and understanding.
Gu Yunxi continued, "We all hope that our family can prosper, but more importantly, we hope that everyone can be happy. Si Yan and Ya Jing's happiness is also our happiness."
She reached out and gently patted Huang Haitang's hand, trying to offer some comfort and strength. "We believe in them, and we believe they will bring new hope to the family. Let's give them some time, okay?"
A flicker of hesitation crossed Huang Haitang's eyes; she knew Gu Yunxi's words made sense. She sighed softly and nodded in understanding. Her hand unconsciously stroked He Zhiyi's, as if seeking strength, a strength that would allow her to let go of her attachments and accept change.
Gu Yunxi's words of advice were not only a comfort to Huang Haitang, but also a gentle guidance for the entire family. She knew that the future of the family lay not only in the continuation of the bloodline, but also in the happiness and growth of each generation. She hoped that through her efforts, the family could become more harmonious and full of love.
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