Phi-Fic Chapter 191 Following my granddaughter to Beijing
Chapter 191 Following my granddaughter to Beijing
When Grandma heard Yuan Bao's suggestion, she smiled kindly and nodded gently, clearly having no objections.
Grandpa frowned slightly, hesitated for a moment, and slowly said, "I'm afraid this is not appropriate."
As the old saying goes, raising children is for old age security. Your grandmother and I should be living with your uncle. If we moved here with you, who knows what other people would say.”
Upon hearing this, Yuan Bao quickly took his grandfather's hand, shook it affectionately, and continued to patiently persuade him: "Grandpa, please don't think that way."
We're all family, blood is thicker than water, and we've helped each other all these years. Our relationship has always been so good, there's no need to be so particular.
In the past, our family's circumstances were limited, and we were unable to properly fulfill our filial duties.
But things are different now. As you and Grandma have seen, this yard is spacious and comfortable, and the environment is wonderful.
We brought you two here so that you could enjoy your later years in peace and comfort.
Besides, my uncle's house isn't very spacious, and the space is inevitably a bit cramped. If you move in, my uncle's house will feel more spacious, killing two birds with one stone, isn't that great?"
"And another thing, I'm going to go to university in Beijing in the future, and I'm thinking of bringing you two old folks to live with me then," Yuan Bao said, pressing on with his plans for going to Beijing.
The two elderly people were even more excited when Yuan Bao told them that he would take them to Beijing in the future. For the older generation, going to Beijing to see the leader was an extremely glorious and unwavering belief.
"Oh my! My dear granddaughter is so ambitious! She's even thinking of taking us two old folks to Beijing, to that big city to enjoy a peaceful retirement!"
Grandma's voice trembled with excitement, her eyes shining as she eagerly awaited her husband's approval.
"Old man, I think we should move here. Look at this place, it's spacious and bright, it's so comfortable to live here."
"In the future, when I go to Beijing with my granddaughter, that will be amazing! I can't even imagine how wonderful the days will be!" Grandma said, her smile growing brighter as she immersed herself in her dreams of a bright future.
Grandpa still looked hesitant, and slowly asked, "What about explaining to the third son? After all, according to the old custom, we should follow our son."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Bao was overjoyed, keenly sensing that his grandfather had softened his stance. He quickly patted his chest and assured him, "Grandpa, don't worry. As long as you and Grandma are willing to move here, I'll talk to Uncle. With the bond between our family, they'll definitely understand and agree!"
"Alright then, as long as you can convince your uncle's side, your grandmother and I will move here."
After pondering for a long time, the grandfather frowned slightly, his eyes showing a hint of hesitation, and finally nodded slowly. Although there was still a trace of doubt on his face, he had more trust in his granddaughter.
"Grandpa, don't worry! Uncle will definitely understand."
Think about it, our family wasn't well-off before, and we couldn't provide you and Grandma with a better life.
"Now that life is better, I just want you and Grandma to enjoy your retirement." Yuan Bao held her grandfather's hand tightly, looking at him with a firm gaze, her tone sincere and urgent.
“But I always feel that, according to the old ways, I should stay with my son. If I suddenly move to your place, I’m afraid people will gossip.” Grandpa sighed softly and shook his head helplessly.
Grandpa, times have changed. Children are all the same now.
Besides, we're a family, why would we care what others say?
Look at this yard, what a lovely environment! You and Grandma can plant flowers and bask in the sun here; how pleasant that would be!"
As Yuan Bao spoke, he pulled his grandfather along as they strolled around the yard, pointing to various corners and describing the beautiful future.
"Besides, once I get into a university in Beijing, our whole family will move there. Then you can see the prosperity of the capital and live in the capital."
Yuan Bao's eyes sparkled with anticipation as she spoke.
As Grandpa listened to Yuan Bao's words, his tense expression gradually relaxed, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly: "Okay, okay, then I'll listen to you."
"Grandpa and Grandma, come, come, let me show you this house in detail." Yuan Bao smiled and led the two elderly people into the house with one arm around her grandfather and the other arm around her grandmother.
Upon entering the living room, bright light instantly bathed everyone, and the spaciousness immediately put everyone in a good mood.
Yuan Bao led her grandparents to the bedroom suite on the first floor with light steps.
"Grandpa and Grandma, look, these two suites downstairs both have their own private bathrooms." Yuan Bao said, pushing open the door of one of the bedrooms to show off the facilities inside.
"From now on, you and my parents will live on the first floor, so it will be convenient for you to come and go without having to climb up and down."
My brother and I live on the second floor. The room is spacious enough that even if we have guests, they can all stay." Yuan Bao said with a hint of pride, his eyes crinkling into crescent moons as he smiled.
The two elderly people slowly walked into the suite, their eyes scanning the room one by one.
Sunlight streamed in through the window, bathing the entire room in warmth and brightness.
The spacious bed and tidy wardrobe made everything feel so comfortable and pleasant.
Grandpa and Grandma nodded involuntarily, their faces beaming with satisfaction, their eyes filled with love for their new home.
After showing her grandparents the rooms on the first floor, Yuan Bao asked in a gentle tone, "Grandpa and Grandma, you've been looking around for a while now. Would you like to rest in the rooms or go out to the yard to soak up some sun?"
I specially prepared a rocking chair in the yard; it's so comfortable to lie on." Her words were full of care for her elders, and every word was thoughtful.
Upon hearing this, the two elderly people felt as if their hearts were instantly filled with warmth, and their eyes couldn't help but redden slightly.
They never expected that their granddaughter, at such a young age, would consider everything so meticulously and thoughtfully.
"Baby, you are so filial, always thinking of us." Grandma's voice was slightly choked with emotion, her eyes full of joy and love.
Grandpa nodded slightly, looking at Yuan Bao with loving eyes: "Yes, our Bao has really grown up and knows how to take care of people."
Then, he turned to his grandmother and said, "I want to go sit in the yard and soak up some sun. What about you?"
Grandma smiled and replied, "You guys go ahead, I'll rest in this room for a while, this bed looks so soft."
"Alright, Grandma, then you can rest well in the room. If you need anything, just call out." Yuan Bao smiled gently, her voice as soft as a spring breeze.
After saying that, she turned slightly to the side, carefully reached out her hand, and steadily supported her grandfather's arm with gentle movements and great patience.
"Grandpa, let me help you outside to bask in the sun. The sun is shining brightly in the yard right now. You'll feel very comfortable sitting in the rocking chair."
As Yuan Bao spoke, she and her grandfather walked slowly toward the courtyard, each step deliberate and steady, as if afraid of disturbing or tripping her grandfather.
Yuan Bao gently helped his grandfather sit down in the rocking chair, and carefully adjusted his posture to ensure he was comfortable.
"Grandpa, just enjoy the sunshine here. Call me if you need anything," Yuan Bao said softly, a warm smile on his face.
After turning away, Yuan Bao went straight to the kitchen to prepare dinner.
Actually, she didn't need to do much; she could just take the dishes that Xiaobai had prepared from her space and keep them warm in a pot.