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In October 2017, with the blessings of relatives and friends, 32-year-old Wu Minxia and 31-year-old Zhang Xiaocheng finally entered the marriage hall. Accompanied by cheerful wedding drums, the two walked into a new chapter of their lives together.
At this moment, looking back at their ten years of waiting, I can't help but feel a lot of emotion: Wu Minxia married an ordinary man, but found the most precious happiness in her life.
The "goddess of diving", who once created brilliance in the Olympic arena, finally chose an ordinary man from a small town as her partner, which undoubtedly puzzled her parents.
It turned out that at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Zhang Xiaocheng, as an announcer at the venue, happened to become Wu Minxia's most loyal listener. When Wu Minxia appeared on stage nervously, it was his loud and elegant baritone that made her slightly frowning expression instantly stretch out, showing her best state.
Since then, Zhang Xiaocheng has developed an indescribable admiration for Wu Minxia. He secretly made up his mind to find a way to get in touch with the goddess he had long-cherished.
After two years of crush and temptation, in March 2010, when Wu Minxia suffered a major defeat in the World Diving Series, Zhang Xiaocheng finally mustered up the courage and sent a simple greeting message: "Are you okay?" This seemingly ordinary small gesture has become the beginning of their re-engagement with each other.
In the following days and nights, the two gradually opened their hearts and told their hearts, and their feelings warmed up unconsciously.
In this way, they have walked the long road of love for eight years hand in hand. During this period, although Wu Minxia repeatedly asked Zhang Xiaocheng to postpone his marriage and concentrate on preparing for the Olympic Games, Zhang Xiaocheng never wavered in his commitment to her.
It wasn't until after the 2016 London Olympics that when Wu Minxia announced her retirement, they finally announced their relationship in front of the public and unabashedly.
On the wedding day, they were witnessed not only by relatives and friends, but also by two happy families. The parents of both parties, who originally doubted the love of this "incompatible" pair, finally accepted this ordinary but affectionate new member heartily after fully understanding their ten-year love process.
This undoubtedly gave the couple a great encouragement and made them look forward to the happy life that was about to come.
When the reporter handed the microphone to Zhang Xiaocheng and asked him where the biggest focus was at the moment, he replied without hesitation: "Of course it's Wu Minxia! Because she is my wife."
This sentence undoubtedly expresses his heartfelt feelings for this beloved woman. The love between them has not only stood the test of time, but also withstood the baptism of various doubts and criticisms.
This pure feeling that crosses classes has undoubtedly become a benchmark in the hearts of many people.
From their first encounter at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to their grand wedding in 2017, Wu Minxia and Zhang Xiaocheng have experienced a full nine years of love.
In these long years, their feelings are like a century-old tree, with deep roots and lush branches.
At first, Zhang Xiaocheng was just an unknown announcer, and Wu Minxia was the brightest sports star at that time. When two people with very different identities meet, it is unimaginable that they will finally come together.
However, fate is so magical, on that world-renowned Olympic stage, Wu Minxia actually found courage and strength in Zhang Xiaocheng's moving narration, so she gritted her teeth and worked hard to win the coveted gold medal.
This chance encounter not only made the two have a deep affection, but also laid the groundwork for the development of their relationship in the future. In the next two years, although Zhang Xiaocheng has been secretly in love with Wu Minxia, he has never been able to muster up the courage to confess to her.
This sentence was like a timely rain, igniting the warmth in Wu Minxia's heart. Since then, the relationship between the two has been like a spark that has been ignited, heating up rapidly. They began to talk on the phone frequently, confiding in their hearts, until two or three o'clock in the evening.
Although they have not officially confessed to each other, the atmosphere of this love has quietly emerged.
For Zhang Xiaocheng, the long-cherished goddess has the same good impression of herself, and this joy is indescribable. He always pays attention to Wu Minxia's dynamics, whether it is training or competition, he is full of thoughts and worries about her.
This ordinary young man, with his sincere heart to Wu Minxia, finally won the heart of this sports goddess.
However, just as the relationship between the two gradually warmed up, a thorny problem arose - Wu Minxia was about to face the choice of retirement. As a professional athlete, she naturally hopes to be able to bring glory to her country again and make a splash at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
And Zhang Xiaocheng, the man who loved her deeply, did not hesitate to express his willingness to wait. He firmly believes that as long as there is love, any difficulty can be overcome together.
After much deliberation, Wu Minxia finally made up her mind: she wanted to finish the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, and then concentrate on her studies.
When she confessed to Zhang Xiaocheng, the latter's eyes shone with determination, and he said softly, "I am willing to wait." This sentence undoubtedly moved Wu Minxia's heart.
In the end, at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Wu Minxia and Shi Tingmao played on the same stage, once again winning glory for the country and winning the coveted gold medal. She also got her wish and stepped into the academic hall to prepare for a master's degree.
And the one who has been silently supporting her is this ordinary man from a small town in Shaanxi.
Although their relationship was once in a low-key state, Zhang Xiaocheng's love for Wu Minxia has not diminished at all. When they entered the palace of marriage hand in hand in October 2017, everyone cheered and blessed them.
This ordinary man from a mountain village finally won the heart of this sports goddess with his talent and sincerity, which is undoubtedly a legendary love story.
In Wu Minxia's view, the reason why she chose Zhang Xiaocheng as her lifelong partner was not only because of the other party's outstanding talent and morality, but also because of his meticulous care and support for herself.
As a professional athlete, Wu Minxia's life can be described as busy and fulfilling. From morning till night, she trains hard for the upcoming Olympics and has little personal time.
However, no matter where she is, Zhang Xiaocheng will always pay attention to her dynamics and be ready to lend a helping hand at any time.
For example, after the major defeat in 2010, when everyone was immersed in disappointment and self-blame, only Zhang Xiaocheng reached out in time and gave Wu Minxia the care and comfort she needed most.
He used four simple words, "Are you okay", so that Wu Minxia, who was at a low point, regained her fighting spirit and walked out of the haze. This warm care not only alleviated Wu Minxia's frustration, but also made her have a deeper affection for this man.
In the subsequent relationship, Zhang Xiaocheng always focused on Wu Minxia's needs. For example, when the two went on their first date, Wu Minxia only ordered a few simple vegetarian foods and desserts, which confused Zhang Xiaocheng.
But then he learned that as a strict athlete, Wu Minxia's diet is very particular and disciplined, and she must always pay attention to balanced nutrition and avoid extravagance and waste.
Such a scene undoubtedly made Zhang Xiaocheng look at this goddess with admiration and feel her delicate and nuanced attitude towards life.
Zhang Xiaocheng not only pays attention to Wu Minxia's needs at all times, but also takes the initiative to take care of her. For example, at the critical moment of Wu Minxia's birth, he always waited outside the delivery room until the mother and child were safe.
After that, he took the initiative to take on the task of confinement, changing his patterns three times a day, and carefully cooking nutritious dishes for his wife. Such subtle care not only deeply moved Wu Minxia, but also made her have a deeper trust in this man.
In Wu Minxia's eyes, Zhang Xiaocheng is not only a good husband who is conscientious, but also an excellent father. After welcoming the birth of his daughter in 2018, Zhang Xiaocheng gave full play to his parenting talents.
He is able to patiently soothe children's mood swings and skillfully solve various daily problems, all of which reflect his care and wisdom.
When another lovely son is added in 2022, Zhang Xiaocheng has shown his all-round ability. not only fulfilled his due responsibilities in family life, but also took the initiative to join a popular parenting variety show, showing his unique parenting concept and cooking talent to the people of the country.
Such a performance undoubtedly strengthened Wu Minxia's choice of husband.
It is precisely because of such a good husband and father who are meticulous that Wu Minxia can achieve success in both her career and family. She sighed: "Marrying Zhang Xiaocheng is undoubtedly the most correct decision I have ever made in my life.
For Wu Minxia and Zhang Xiaocheng, their love journey was not all smooth sailing. From the initial crush to the final public love, the two have gone all the way and constantly experienced the test of social public opinion and family opposition.
But it is these tribulations that make their relationship more stable and precious.
At first, when Wu Minxia's parents learned that their daughter had chosen an ordinary and unknown man as her lifelong partner, they were naturally very puzzled. As a sports star, Wu Minxia is fully qualified to marry into a wealthy family or find a husband who is the right person.
However, she chose this ordinary man from a small town, which made her parents very puzzled.
In their traditional beliefs, daughters should choose a person with a superior birth and a prominent position. And this Zhang Xiaocheng from a small town in Shaanxi is undoubtedly not a good object in their eyes.
But in the midst of this questioning, Wu Minxia firmly said that Zhang Xiaocheng is the person she loves the most. She thought that this man was not only handsome and quick-witted, but also of high moral character, and more than qualified to be her husband.
In the face of her parents' doubts, Wu Minxia made great efforts. She kept preaching Zhang Xiaocheng's excellent character to her parents, and eliminated their worries again and again.
On Zhang Xiaocheng's side, his family was once resolutely opposed to this cross-class relationship. It wasn't until 2016 that Zhang Xiaocheng finally mustered up the courage to take his parents to visit Wu Minxia in person, and after fully understanding their love process, the parents of both sides finally accepted this new member with relief.
For Wu Minxia, being able to marry the person she loves the most is undoubtedly the most correct choice in her life. For Zhang Xiaocheng, being able to win the heart of this sports goddess has also been his biggest wish for many years.
Despite the difficult process, they finally ushered in a happy married life witnessed by their relatives and friends.
This pair of "unremarkable" newcomers has undoubtedly become a model in the hearts of many people. Their relationship not only stands the test of time, but also withstands the criticism of the world.
It is these tribulations that make their love more precious and strong, worthy of learning and chasing by all.