bayedsolid Chapter 577 Daughter
Chapter 577 Daughter
In this joyful dining scene, everyone was immersed in the delicious food and pleasant conversation, but Hongliang seemed a little absent-minded. He chewed his food silently, his thoughts already drifting away.
Hongliang couldn't help but sigh that time flies and he has already entered middle age. Although his career has improved, he still has a regret deep in his heart - his family has not been reunited. His daughter is not around, which makes him feel extremely empty and lonely.
Hearing his daughter's attitude towards him just now, Hongliang felt even more depressed. The indifference and alienation made him feel like a knife was cutting his heart. He began to reflect on what he had done. What went wrong that caused such a tense relationship between him and his daughter?
Hongliang's mind kept flashing back to the moments he had spent with his daughter. Those warm moments had now become painful memories. He realized that perhaps because of his busy work, he had neglected to care for and accompany his daughter.
At this moment, Hongliang's heart was filled with regret and self-blame. He decided to change the status quo and work hard to repair the relationship with his daughter so that the family could truly reunite.
"Hongliang, what's wrong with you?" At this time, Lizhen noticed the changes in Hongliang. Lizhen thought it must be because of his daughter's matter. He might be missing his daughter.
A trace of panic flashed through Hongliang's mind for a moment, and he tried to keep his voice calm: "I'm fine, I just haven't had a good appetite lately." He quickly touched his stomach with his hand, as if to confirm that this discomfort was only temporary.
At the same time, he deliberately avoided Li Zhen's gaze, for fear that Li Zhen would see through his true thoughts.
Now, he was filled with guilt and self-blame, feeling that he owed too much to Li Zhen. Li Zhen was not only his ex-wife, but also the mother of his daughter. And now, he had brought so much trouble to Li Zhen, which made him feel very sorry.
He knew that Lizhen had always taken good care of her daughter and fulfilled her responsibilities as a mother. However, because of his negligence, Lizhen had to bear more pressure and worry. He was afraid that Lizhen would blame him for his mistakes, and even more afraid that she would worry that he did not take good care of her daughter.
This worry was like a heavy stone weighing on his heart, and he couldn't let it go. He realized that his behavior not only affected his daughter's growth, but also brought unnecessary trouble to Lizhen. He regretted it and hoped to have a chance to make up for his mistakes so that Lizhen would no longer worry about him and his daughter.
However, Lizhen's keen observation did not miss Hongliang's subtle movements. She frowned slightly and asked with concern: "Is it really just a loss of appetite? You look a little strange." Hongliang's heartbeat accelerated involuntarily, and he secretly prayed that Lizhen would not ask any more questions.
He took a deep breath, pretended to be calm, and replied with a smile: "Well, maybe I've been too busy with work recently and I'm a little tired. It will be fine after a while." He tried to dispel Lizhen's doubts with a relaxed tone, but his heart was full of anxiety.
Lizhen was still worried. She walked up to Hongliang and said worriedly, "Are you sick? Do you want to go to the hospital? Is it because of Tingting?" Hongliang quickly shook his head.
He said, "No, I'm really fine. Don't worry." As he spoke, he took a step back, keeping a certain distance from Lizhen.
Hongliang knew that he had to end this topic as soon as possible, otherwise his secret might be discovered by Lizhen. He pretended to be calm and said, "Okay, let's do something else and stop worrying about my appetite." After that, he immediately pretended to be very hungry and immediately picked up some food to eat, hoping to divert Lizhen's attention.
Lizhen thought he must be talking about her daughter. Could it be that Beibei said something to Hongliang? However, there were many people eating at the moment, so she didn't say anything for the time being. She wanted to ask him later and see what he thought.
When they reached a secluded place, Lizhen stopped, turned to face Hongliang, and called him seriously: "Hongliang, did Beibei say something to you just now?"
Hongliang looked at Lizhen with some confusion, not understanding why she suddenly asked this.
Li Zhen continued, "You know, the child is now in adolescence. Children at this stage are prone to rebellion, which is what we often call the 'rebellious period'. At this time, the child's psychology and physiology are changing, and her emotions will become very unstable. Especially if you are not around her often, she may feel neglected, so it is inevitable that she will be a little upset."
The child's feelings. She is still a child and needs your company and love. You have to know that she only has one chance to grow up, and you can't make up for it if you miss it. So, put down your work, spend more time with her, take her to the park for a walk, watch her favorite movies with her, and listen to her talk about interesting things at school. Let her feel your love and care, so that she can grow up healthily and happily. "
"Actually, you really don't have to worry too much about Beibei. She is getting along very well with Zhuanzhuan and the others. In my heart, she is like my own daughter. She is very sensible, which makes people feel very sorry for her. Of course, it would be great if you could give her more care and love." Lizhen comforted Hongliang gently, her eyes revealing her love for Beibei.
Hongliang listened to Lizhen's words quietly, and his worries were slightly relieved. He raised his head and stared at Lizhen, and felt her sincere feelings for Beibei from her words. Lizhen's comfort made Hongliang feel a little warm, and he knew that Lizhen treated Beibei sincerely.
Lizhen's words were like a spring breeze, gently brushing Hongliang's originally heavy heart, making him feel a little better. However, he could not take his eyes off Lizhen, and it was a gaze full of guilt.
Since his ex-wife Tingting passed away, Beibei lost the care of his mother. In this difficult time, Lizhen was like a beacon, illuminating Beibei's path of growth. She filled the empty space in Beibei's heart with endless care and love.
Hongliang knows that Lizhen has given too much for Beibei. But now, he has failed to fulfill his promise to Lizhen. Instead of staying with her, he entrusted his ex-wife's daughter to her for raising.
This was undoubtedly a betrayal to Lizhen, and a pain that would never be erased from his heart.
Hongliang's eyes were slightly red, his lips moved, and his voice was a little choked: "Lizhen, you have worked hard these years, I am sorry for you and Beibei."
Li Zhen shook her head gently and said with a smile: "Don't say that. Since I have chosen to face it with you, I will not regret it. Besides, Beibei is a very cute child. I like her from the bottom of my heart."
Hongliang took a deep breath and said firmly: "Lizhen, I have decided. I will balance work and family, spend more time with Beibei, and make it up to you."
Li Zhen's eyes flashed with surprise, and then she said gently: "Okay, I believe you. In fact, I also know that it is not easy for you to work hard outside, but I just hope that our family can spend more time together."
At this time, Hongliang seemed to hear Beibei's cheerful laughter. Hongliang and Lizhen smiled at each other. They knew that there might be difficulties in the future, but as long as the family accompanied each other, they would surely usher in happy times.