When Xia Liang had almost finished preparing the meal, Grandpa and Grandma returned home one after another. Grandma carried a simple cloth bag containing the meager earnings she had made from cleaning that day. Although the job was unstable and often involved difficulties and prejudice, Grandma persisted in doing it because she knew that even a little money for groceries could ease the burden on the family.
Grandma is getting old; her hands and feet aren't as nimble as they used to be, and her eyesight is failing. When looking for cleaning work, people often hesitate because of her age, thinking she won't clean properly or worrying she can't do heavy work. This makes it difficult for Grandma to find long-term, stable cleaning jobs; she can only occasionally do odd jobs for acquaintances or neighbors.
Despite this, Grandma never complained. She always faced life with optimism, contributing her hard-earned money to the family. Whenever she received the money she had worked so hard to earn, although the amount wasn't large, she felt a great sense of accomplishment and pride. She would carefully plan how to use the money, buying fresh vegetables, fruits, or household goods to make life at home more fulfilling.
Seeing her grandparents working so hard, Xia Liang felt both heartache and admiration. She knew that her ability to sit peacefully in the classroom and dedicate more time and energy to her writing was inseparable from their silent sacrifices and support. Therefore, she studied and wrote even harder, hoping that through her efforts, she could provide a better life for her grandparents and free them from the worries of making ends meet. At the same time, she often spent time with her grandparents, helping them with household chores and making them feel the warmth and happiness of family.
When Xia Liang laid out a sumptuous dinner on the table, her grandparents looked surprised. Looking at the table full of dishes, they were filled with questions: Today wasn't a special day, so why was Xia Liang suddenly cooking so much? And where did she get the money to buy all this food? However, they didn't voice these questions, because they knew Xia Liang must have her reasons and plans.
Grandpa and Grandma exchanged a smile, tacitly agreeing not to ask any further questions, and silently placed the chicken leg into Xia Liang's bowl. Grandma said kindly, "Liangliang, school is hard work, eat more to nourish your body." Her words were full of love and doting, as if she were telling Xia Liang through her actions that no matter what she did, they would unconditionally support her.
Xia Liang felt a warmth in her heart, and her eyes welled up with tears. She knew that her grandparents' understanding and tolerance were her most precious treasure. She said softly, "Grandpa and Grandma, I received my royalties today, so I wanted to treat you." She simply explained why she bought the groceries, then picked up her chopsticks, took a piece of chicken, and put it in her grandmother's bowl. "Grandma, please eat more too, this chicken is delicious."
The family sat around the dining table, enjoying dinner in a warm and harmonious atmosphere. Although they didn't talk much, their emotions were fully expressed and connected in that moment. Xia Liang silently vowed to work harder in the future so that her grandparents could have a better life and no longer worry about her. Her grandparents, in turn, silently cheered for Xia Liang, hoping she could realize her dreams and have a brighter future.
After finishing her meal, Xia Liang took an envelope from her room containing the 20,000 yuan she had withdrawn from the bank that day as royalties. She walked up to her grandfather, handed him the envelope, and said with a look of determination and gratitude in her eyes, "Grandpa, this is my royalties. Please take it."
Grandpa paused for a moment, then a relieved smile appeared on his face. He gently patted Xia Liang's hand and said earnestly, "Liangliang, we are all very happy that you can earn money. But you must also know that this money did not come easily; it is earned through your hard work and talent. From now on, you won't have to work so hard for us."
Xia Liang nodded and continued, "Grandpa, I know you and Grandma work very hard every day doing odd jobs, and you don't earn much money. Now that I'm able to support the family, you and Grandma don't need to work so hard anymore. I will manage the family finances well and make our lives better and better."
A tear welled up in Grandpa's eyes as he held Xia Liang's hand tightly. "Liangliang, you've grown up and become more sensible. It doesn't matter if we suffer a little, as long as you're well, we'll be content. From now on, you must take good care of yourself, continue to work hard, and don't let your talent go to waste."
A warm feeling welled up in Xia Liang's heart. She knew that her grandparents' love and support were her strongest backing. She secretly resolved to work even harder, create more excellent works, and enable her grandparents to live a happier and healthier life, no longer having to worry about making a living. At the same time, she would take good care of her grandparents, letting them enjoy the warmth and happiness of family.
The elderly couple had never seen so much money before, and their faces showed disbelief. They had worked diligently and saved every penny their entire lives, and rarely had the opportunity to see such a large sum of money. When they learned that the money was Xia Liang's royalties from writing, they were filled with pride, but also couldn't help feeling a little worried.
They are proud that their granddaughter, Xia Liang, is so talented that she can earn so much money through her writing. This not only proves that Xia Liang's hard work and perseverance have paid off, but also makes her grandparents feel that their granddaughter is remarkable, able to change her destiny with knowledge and talent, and bring hope and happiness to the family.
However, concerns also arose. They worried that Xia Liang, having earned so much money at such a young age, might become arrogant and complacent, or lose her way in the face of money, forgetting her original aspirations. They also worried that Xia Liang would encounter various difficulties and challenges on her writing path, after all, the road to literary creation is not smooth, requiring more effort and perseverance.
So, Xia Liang's grandparents told her to save the money for future use. They hoped she would be more rational with money and not let short-term gains cloud her judgment. They wanted her to use the money as a reserve for her future development, whether it was for further education, improving her writing skills, or dealing with unexpected situations in life. At the same time, they also wanted to take this opportunity to teach Xia Liang about financial management, cultivate her sound financial values and perspectives, and help her navigate life more steadily as she grows up.
Xia Liang understood her grandparents' good intentions; she knew they always had her best interests at heart. She promised to save the money, plan its use wisely, and continue to work hard at writing, constantly improving her skills to repay her grandparents' expectations and love with more excellent works. At the same time, she would always maintain a humble and grateful attitude, cherish everything she had, and take every step in life steadily and practically.
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