The female anchor turned into the dean of an ancient academy

After everyone left, Song Qishu talked to Brother Yu alone.

After Brother Yu got to know Song Qishu and the others, they started talking and chattering about their past.

We had to start preparing before dawn every day and work until sunset. Sometimes, we were afraid of a rainstorm, so we often worked overtime under the moonlight and lanterns. Although these days were hard, they provided for the whole family, so we could endure it.

He sighed deeply, his eyes revealing fatigue and helplessness.

"My wife handles all the household affairs, big and small, but she's different from ordinary people. When I think of this, I feel particularly sorry for her. She has a miserable life. In the early years, due to war and famine, her parents starved to death."

His tone was heavy as he recalled the painful past.

"At the time, she was a little girl fleeing with a group of refugees, constantly being bullied. Unfortunately, she encountered bandits during her escape, and one of her hands was chopped off. Later, the bandits were eliminated, and although she survived, her hand was never healed and eventually became... useless... useless. She was only twelve years old at the time."

Speaking of this, Brother Yu's voice became a little choked, and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly, trying his best to hide the sadness in his heart.

Brother Yu looked solemn, and in a heavy voice, he continued, "It all started in the summer of thirteen years ago. My mother was working in the vegetable patch, sweating profusely from the sun. Just as she was about to fetch some water from the water tank, she suddenly noticed what looked like a person collapsed at the corner of the patch. My mother walked closer and saw a thin little girl collapsed beside the patch. She was pale and limp. My mother saw how emaciated she was, now just skin and bones. She thought if she didn't get her something to eat, she might die. She quickly carried the girl back home, then began to boil water and cook. My mother wasn't sure if she could save the girl."

"In order to find a doctor and get medicine for this girl, my mother used up what little money we had. At that time, my mother's only thought was to do everything in her power to save her. If she ultimately died, she would have fulfilled her responsibility. In the end, I don't know if my mother's kindness moved the heavens, or if this girl was destined to be saved, but she was finally brought back from the brink of death."

"From then on, the girl became a member of the family. Because she was found in the vegetable patch, my mother named her Ah Cai. My mother treated Ah Cai as her own daughter and never showed any disdain for her disability. Ah Cai told me that my mother gave her a second life, so Ah Cai always regarded my mother as her own mother. When Ah Cai first came, the neighbors were gossiping about her. When my mother found out, she didn't say a word, picked up her shoulder pole and stood up for Ah Cai, seeking justice. Our family had a hard time, but Ah Cai was especially grateful and filial, and we felt at ease as a family."

"A year later, the Japanese invaded our country again, and I was drafted into the army to fight against them. Look, this eye was blinded by the arrows of those beasts."

Brother Yu took off the eye patch on his left eye, allowing Song Qishu and Li Moxin to see the scarred eye socket.

Only then did Song Qishu and Li Moxin realize that Brother Yu, in his youth, had been a hero fighting against the Japanese invaders. Seeing the damaged eye, they felt no fear, but rather considered it another medal of honor for a loyal and brave soldier.

The two men were full of admiration for the veteran in front of them, but when they saw the many helplessness he faced in life, they couldn't help but feel a little sad about his fate.

"That war lasted a long time, I can't even remember how many years, but I do remember that my comrades kept coming and going. In the end, the Japanese invaders were defeated, and the army returned triumphantly. We ordinary soldiers were able to lay down our arms and return home to live a peaceful life. However, time is unforgiving, and the young men we once were have now become weathered and rugged men."

Having said this, Brother Yu turned around and took out three peaches from his backpack. He ate one himself and handed the other two to Song Qishu and Li Moxin.

"Only after returning home did I learn that Ah Cai was still alone. Although Ah Cai was disabled, she had a beautiful face and was diligent and frugal in managing household chores. Many people from the surrounding villages and towns came to propose marriage, and my mother tried to act as a matchmaker for her, but she rejected them all. Until one day, my mother accidentally discovered a pair of shoes with the words "Yu" and "Cai" sewn on them in Ah Cai's cabinet. At that moment, my mother finally understood Ah Cai's feelings. After that, my mother never forced Ah Cai again and never mentioned matchmaking again. In fact, I know that what Ah Cai held on to... was her persistence and kindness. She was worried that my mother would be old and unattended. She also had a vow in her heart that she could not speak. Ah Cai has been guarding this family for a full twelve years..."

Song Qishu and the other two could hear the helplessness and heartache in Brother Yu's voice, and they were deeply moved by it.

"Therefore, no matter what, I, Yu Hongqing, must not let her down. I don't understand the love between men and women, but when I saw Acai's shoes were patched again and again, I bought a pair of lotus shoes and plucked up the courage to propose to Acai. However, she rejected me. After that, I took the initiative to mention it many times, and Acai also rejected me many times. At that time, I really didn't know why Acai was unwilling, until one day, Acai confessed to me that she considered herself a useless person, and she was worried that after I married her, I would lose face, and she was even more afraid that she would become a burden to me when she was old. But even so, Acai eventually became my wife. Do you know why?" When talking about Acai marrying him, Brother Yu relaxed and deliberately joked.

At this moment, Song Qishu and Li Moxin, who were listening with fascination, shook their heads like rattles.

One day, I invited Ah Cai to the place where I had found her. I told her, "Ah Cai, thirteen years ago, Mother rescued you from here. From that moment on, our fate was sealed. You worried that your disability would bring shame to our family, but I know that even with only one hand, you've managed the household perfectly and cared for Mother with such care and consideration year-round. Even I, your own son, can't match your level of consideration. Furthermore, you've been faithful to her for these entire thirteen years without a single regret."

"Brother Yu, I..."

"Don't talk yet, hold it back and listen to me first."

Ah Cai was about to speak, but was stopped by Yu Hongqing before she could utter a word. Ah Cai felt that Brother Yu was extremely emotional today.

"Acai, you said you were worried that you would be a burden and a nuisance to me when you get old. But have you ever thought that by then I will also be old, a one-eyed old man with only one eye, and wouldn't that be a burden to you? Acai, since ancient times, it has been difficult to be both loyal and filial. In the past ten years, I fought against the Japanese to defend my country. As a man, I had to go. I had no choice. At that time, you supported this family with one hand. But now there is no war, I just want to be with you forever, guarding this home, our home, and taking care of our mother together. Acai, I am willing to be your other hand, and you are my other eye. There has never been anything wrong with Acai in my heart. Acai has always been an irreplaceable treasure in my heart."

Ah Cai was touched by my sincerity. Eventually… Ah Cai took my hand and said, “Brother Yu, after thinking about it, there’s nothing wrong with having one eye.” I asked her, full of confusion, “Why? Wouldn’t two eyes be better?” But Ah Cai smiled sweetly and told me, “Because it only has me in it!”

At this moment, under the watchful eyes of the waning moon and shooting stars, Yu Hongqing and A Cai became one, their missing parts weaving into eternal perfection.

"These are my experiences. They couldn't be more ordinary. I'm really sorry to have wasted the precious time of the two reporters."

"Oh, I just mentioned her, and here she is! My dear reporter girls, Ah Cai is here to see me. I won't delay your work for now."

Not far away, Ah Cai approached slowly, her steps slow and heavy, each one cautious. She leaned forward slightly, one hand resting lightly on her swollen belly, as if protecting the baby inside. Brother Yu quickly trotted over to support Ah Cai, his joy as childlike.

While supporting Ah Cai, Brother Yu asked with concern, "Why are you here today? You have a big belly, so just rest at home and don't walk around. Did you eat your eggs today? If you don't have any, tell me and I'll go to Brother He's chicken farm to get some."

Ah Cai replied with a slightly tired smile: "Eat, eat, look at you worrying so much, don't you even look at my arms and legs, they are almost as thick as yours."

Brother Yu gently pinched Ah Cai's arm and laughed, saying, "Being fat is good, being fat is good! Ah Cai is going to become Ah Rou, hahahaha."

Ah Cai glanced at Brother Yu with a grin and said, "Brother, you're getting more and more talkative and you don't seem to be serious anymore. Come on, eat quickly! Aunt Xu next door is back from fishing, and I picked out a big fish to make dumplings with."

"Hmm, I can't stop drooling when I smell it. I have to say, your cooking skills really depend on you, wife. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be able to eat it at all. Oh, right, then you and our mother..."

Ah Cai quickly stopped him and said, "Don't worry, brother. Mom and I have already eaten. Don't worry about what's going on at home. I'm here for you. Just eat quickly while it's still hot."

Yu Hongqing was about to say something else, but was stopped by Ah Cai's gentle eyes. He knew that he could not live without this "silly girl" who was always with him and never left him.

When Song Qishu and Li Moxin saw this scene, tears welled up in their eyes and their hearts were filled with emotion. They felt deeply relieved and happy to have the opportunity to meet such a happy family.

Before leaving, she and Song Qishu turned and gazed intently at the bustling docks. Their eyes revealed a deep admiration for the dockworkers. Their rough hands supported the prosperity of Linkang Port. Their deeds and hard work were so touching and truly inspiring, and they deserved to be understood and shared by more people.