family time
Today held a sense of novelty and excitement as the family gathered in the countryside, at the ancestral home of my maternal grandparents. The rustic charm and tranquility of the countryside offered a refreshing change from the hustle and bustle of city life.
My father, a man known for his gentle demeanor and astute business acumen, was revered as a tycoon in the business world, aptly named "Business Typhoon" Ye Wei. From humble beginnings, my father's unwavering determination had propelled our family to the pinnacle of success in Jiangbei. His achievements had transformed our once modest family into a force to be reckoned with in the region.
On the other hand, my mother had migrated from the countryside to the city in pursuit of better job opportunities. She was a rare beauty, exuding elegance and grace in every step she took. It was no wonder that my father was instantly captivated by her radiance. In terms of physical appearance, there was an undeniable contrast between them, like a divine being paired with a mere mortal. Though my father was undoubtedly handsome in his own right, he paled in comparison to my ethereal mother.
But I digress. The present moment was consumed by the playful antics of my big sister and my cousin, yang hua,..
ughrhh!..
ahhh!...while ocassionally my sister would help but soon after... each one of them holding one of my hands would start to pull them both determined to claim me as their toy... Their affectionate pinches and tugs left me gasping for breath, desperately seeking an escape from their clutches. Yet, amidst the chaos, a glimmer of hope flickered within me. Maybe, just maybe, my pleas for help would reach my mother's ears...
"Mooom! Help me!" I cried out, hoping for a swift rescue from this sibling battleground.
In her melodious voice, tinged with amusement, my mother responded, "Ara! Ara! Looks like you're quite popular.., aren't you?.. my little boy." She seemed to find humor in my predicament, her eyes twinkling with maternal affection.
It seemed futile to rely on her intervention. With my fate hanging in the balance, I cast my gaze upon my grandfather Gathering every ounce of cuteness I could muster, I leaped into his lap, seeking refuge from the battlefield that my sister and cousin had transformed our surroundings into...
"Grandpa!" I called out, my voice laced with a mix of desperation and hope. His weathered face broke into a gentle smile, his eyes brimming with warmth and understanding...
But the next moment while holding me with my shoulders with the same smile he gave me away to the enemy territory...
Whyyyy?...