While Xiao Zhen was busy with scientific research, everyone in the family was moving forward steadily in their lives and careers.
A wave of turmoil quietly arose within the Xiao family - the two elderly people, Xiao Zhengtang and Wen Yunshu, actually wanted to return to Chalukou, their hometown in Yuzhou to live.
Xiao Zhengtang and Wen Yunshu became citizens of Hong Kong in 1985, and it has been 41 years now. There has not been any major events since Xiao Zhengtang retired, but the old couple thinks about their hometown Yuzhou every day.
Especially Wen Yunshu, as the eldest child in the Wen family, he especially misses his older brothers and sisters in his hometown of Yuzhou as he gets older.
Although Xiao Zhengtang has entered his twilight years, he still has a stubbornness and persistence in his bones.
He often recalls every little detail of his time at the fork in the road in his hometown of Yuzhou. The familiar local accent, friendly neighbors and life scenes full of fireworks are constantly playing in his mind like a movie.
Wen Yunshu also has a deep attachment to his hometown, and as he grows older, his desire to return home becomes stronger.
However, when the younger generations of the Xiao family learned of the two old people's thoughts, they fell into worry.
Zhennan was the first to speak out in opposition: "Grandpa and grandma, you're already so old. The living conditions back home in Yuzhou aren't anywhere near as good as here. If you get a headache or a fever, medical care won't be that convenient."
Xiao Zhengtang sat on the sofa in the living room, frowning slightly, and responded in a firm tone: "Zhennan, we know you are worried about us.
But in this big city, although life is convenient, I always feel like something is missing.
Our hometown at the fork in the road is our roots. We want to go back and see the old house and chat with old friends."
Wen Yunshu also echoed: "Yes, although everything here is good, but when I go to bed at night, I always think of the moonlight in the yard of my hometown and the familiar sound of cicadas."
Zhennan also persuaded: "Grandpa and grandma, if you miss your hometown, we can take you back often, but I am really worried about you staying here for a long time."
But the two old men were determined to leave. In order to realize his wish to return to his hometown in Yuzhou, Xiao Zhengtang began to "fight wits and courage".
He first took advantage of the time when his younger generations were at work to secretly contact relatives in his hometown to inquire about the condition of the old house and changes in the surrounding living facilities.
After learning that the house at the fork in the road was still well preserved and that the medical conditions in his hometown had improved, he became more determined.
Then, Xiao Zhengtang began to "brainwash" the younger generations.
Every day at the dinner table, he would tell stories about the fun things that happened in his hometown of Yuzhou. He described the scenes of working and celebrating festivals with neighbors in a vivid and interesting way, trying to make the younger generations understand his deep feelings for his hometown.
Wen Yunshu used her gentle offensive. She took Zhennan and Zhenbei's hands and said softly, "Children, let's go back.
We have enjoyed so many blessings here for so many years, and now we want to return to the original place and spend the rest of our lives in peace and quiet.
If you miss us, you can always come back to see us."
With the unremitting efforts of the two old people, the younger generations of the Xiao family were finally moved.
Guangzong surrendered first and sighed helplessly: "Grandpa and grandma, since you insist so much, we won't stop you.
But you must take care of your health and call us anytime if you have any problems."
The other juniors also nodded in agreement. So, on a sunny day, Xiao Zhengtang and Wen Yunshu took their simple luggage and set out on the journey home.
When they set foot on the land of Chalukou in their hometown of Yuzhou again, a familiar smell hit them.
The green tiles of the old house are still there, and the old locust tree in the yard seems to be warmly welcoming their return.
When the neighbors learned that the two old people had returned, they gathered around to greet them. The warm greetings filled Xiao Zhengtang and Wen Yunshu's hearts with warmth.
After returning to their hometown, the two old people lived a simple and comfortable life.
Every morning, Xiao Zhengtang would get up early, go to the vegetable market, chat with familiar stall owners, and select the freshest ingredients.
Wen Yunshu would take care of the flowers and plants she planted in the yard, and her heart was filled with joy as she watched the beautiful flowers bloom in the sun.
After his grandparents returned to their hometown for a while, Zhenbei decided to take Yisha and Shenghua (Lucas Jr.) back to Chalukou to visit the elderly.
When Zhenbei's car slowly drove into the fork in the road, Shenghua excitedly leaned on the car window, looking at the novel scene outside, and kept saying: "Grandpa, Grandma, I'm here!"
Xiao Zhengtang and Wen Yunshu heard the sound of a car and hurried out of the house to greet it.
Seeing Sheng Hua’s lovely appearance, the two old people smiled brightly.
Wen Yunshu hugged Sheng Hua in her arms and kissed her again and again: "My little baby, you miss grandma so much."
Shenghua twisted in his grandmother's arms and said in a baby voice, "Grandma, I miss you too. It's so fun here. New York is boring."
Zhenbei and Yisha walked into the yard with a smile. Yisha looked at the two elderly people who looked radiant and said, "Grandpa and grandma, you look much better now that you're back."
Xiao Zhengtang laughed and said, "Home is still the most comfortable place. The air is fresh and the people are at ease."
Shenghua ran around in the yard, curious about everything.
He saw a little bird on the old locust tree, pointed at it and said loudly, "Grandpa, look, a little bird!"
Xiao Zhengtang walked over with a smile and picked up Sheng Hua: "These are the little birds from our hometown. They are really welcoming little Sheng Hua."
At noon, the family sat around the stone table in the yard to eat.
The table was filled with hometown dishes made by Wen Yunshu himself. The familiar taste made everyone feel particularly satisfied.
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