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"Dad, do you really want me to do this?" Liu Tiezhu held his father Liu Zhiguo's hand tightly, his eyes moist.
Liu Zhiguo nodded vigorously, although his voice was weak, his tone was firm: "Before my old comrade-in-arms Zhang Guofu died, let me make sure to pull you and his daughter Zhang Xuemei together." This was his last wish, and I promised him. "
"However, Zhang Xuemei and I don't know each other at all. Liu Tiezhu frowned, "Have you really thought it through?"
"Naturally, I thought about it. Liu Zhiguo coughed a few times and said with difficulty, "Zhang Guofu is my best comrade-in-arms, he has made great contributions to the country and the people." It's a pity that he is too old and his daughter is still young, so he couldn't watch her get married. That's why he asked me, a brother who is like a brother. "
"Then why are you so delusional, you have to marry Zhang Xuemei?" Liu Tiezhu asked.
"You are all good children, I believe that you will be able to understand and support each other, and you will be able to live a happy life from scratch. Liu Zhiguo said, coughing again, looking very weak.
Liu Tiezhu looked at his father's appearance, and tears came out of his eyes. He silently thought in his heart: Dad, this is his last wish, and I should try my best to fulfill it.
He recalled that he had a girlfriend he had been in love with when he was young, and although they eventually broke up for various reasons, his love for her was sincere. Now he wants to enter the marriage hall with a woman he has never met, which makes him feel very uneasy and resistant.
However, his father's dying words made him unbearable to refuse. He didn't want to live up to his father's expectations, and he didn't want his father to be disappointed in his heavenly spirit.
Just as he was struggling, the phone rang suddenly, interrupting his thoughts.
Liu Tiezhu picked up the phone, and a young woman's voice came from the other end: "Hello, I'm Zhang Xuemei, is it Mr. Liu Tiezhu?"
"Yes, I'm Liu Tiezhu. He replied, looking a little reserved.
"I see, you want us to be married, don't you?" Liu Tiezhu said it dryly.
Liu Tiezhu interrupted her: "I don't want to go against my father's wishes, but this matter is indeed too hasty. We've never even met, so it's too arbitrary for you to ask us to be husband and wife, right?"
Zhang Xuemei was silent for a moment, and then said, "I understand your concerns, but can we meet first and get to know each other?"
Liu Tiezhu thought for a while and nodded: "Okay, let's meet and talk." "
A week later, Mr. Liu and Ms. Zhang met in a café. At first, both of them seemed a little reserved and rusty.
"Hello, Miss Zhang. Liu Tiezhu nodded, as a greeting.
"Hello, Mr. Liu. Zhang Xuemei also bowed slightly, and the corners of her mouth barely pulled a smile.
After a period of silence, Liu Tiezhu took the lead in speaking: "There is indeed something special between us, all of which are due to the intentions and entrustment of our fathers. However, we are strangers after all, can we start by getting to know each other?"
"You have a point. Zhang Xuemei nodded, "I also know a little bit about you." You run a good company in a provincial town and have a successful career. And I'm just an ordinary middle school teacher, living a monotonous and simple life. "
"Work isn't everything. Liu Tiezhu shook his head, "Everyone has their own pursuits and ideals. Your career as a teacher is also very rewarding. "
"Thank you for your affirmation. Zhang Xuemei smiled slightly, "However, we are going to get married, do you really have any doubts?"
Liu Tiezhu pondered for a moment and said sincerely: "I really don't know each other, I have some concerns. We don't know each other at all, how can we enter into marriage so easily? Moreover, you and I are no longer young, do we still have enough courage and patience to understand each other, understand each other, and tolerate each other?"
Zhang Xuemei listened to Liu Tiezhu's doubts quietly, and her heart was also mixed. Of course, she also knows that this marriage is indeed a bit abrupt and hasty. However, she really couldn't bear to disobey her father's last wish.
And Liu Tiezhu is weighing the pros and cons. He didn't want to live up to his father's expectations, but at the same time he was worried about whether he would be able to accept this strange woman sincerely. He thought about it in his mind, hoping to find a way to get the best of both worlds.
"You have a point. Zhang Xuemei bowed slightly, her expression sincere, "However, can we give this fate a chance? As you said, although we are strangers, as long as we understand each other with our hearts, tolerate and understand each other, maybe we can cultivate feelings?"
Liu Tiezhu looked at Zhang Xuemei's sincere eyes, and couldn't help but soften his heart a little. He nodded and said, "Okay, we can give it a try." Still, please give me some time to think it through. "
"Of course, I understand your concerns. Zhang Xuemei smiled slightly, "We can take our time and not be in a hurry." "
In this way, the two chatted for a while in the café and learned about each other's general situation and personality traits. The rustiness and restraint at the beginning were gradually opened up a little.
When parting, Liu Tiezhu looked at Zhang Xuemei's back, and his heart was mixed. This girl seems to be sincere and kind, and she is also very independent. But will they really be able to make a happy marriage?
A few days later, Liu Tiezhu took the initiative to ask Zhang Xuemei to meet again. This time, the conversation between the two seemed to be a little more natural and harmonious than the last time.
"After the last time we met, I thought about it. Liu Tiezhu said, "Although our marriage was a bit hasty, I didn't want to live up to my father's request." However, we all need some time for each other to get to know each other and accept each other. "
Zhang Xuemei nodded: "I completely understand your thoughts. We can start with friends and slowly build up our relationship until both of us are ready. "
"I'm glad you're so reasonable. Liu Tiezhu smiled slightly, "So, let's start by sharing life and work." "
"Do your students like you?" Liu Tiezhu asked.
"Most of the students are obedient, but there are a few who are naughty. Zhang Xuemei said with a smile, "However, as long as you guide them with your heart, they will eventually go on the right path." "
"Your patience and kindness are an example for many to follow. Liu Tiezhu said approvingly.
Gradually, Liu Tiezhu began to be moved by Zhang Xuemei's kindness and tolerance. She is gentle, generous, humble and courteous, and is a very well-bred and good girl. If you really marry her, your life will be quite happy.
In contrast, Zhang Xuemei's impression of Liu Tiezhu is much better. Although this man is a little stubborn, he is decisive and affectionate, and he is worth entrusting for life. She secretly made up her mind in her heart that she must use her sincerity and tolerance to impress him and make him let down his guard.
"How's your company doing now?" Zhang Xuemei asked curiously.
"Overall it was good, but there were some tricky difficulties some time ago. Liu Tiezhu frowned, "There is an old rival company that instigates our employees to change jobs, and we have been in a brain drain crisis for a period of time. "
"It does sound tricky. Zhang Xuemei said sympathetically, "However, you must have already thought of a countermeasure, right?"
"Yes, we adjusted our compensation and benefits packages in a timely manner and provided better career development opportunities for our employees. Liu Tiezhu said, his expression softened a little, "At present, the situation has been controlled, and there is no further brain drain." "
Zhang Xuemei smiled slightly, her eyes full of approval: "You are really a good leader with foresight." I believe that under your leadership, the company will be able to tide over the difficulties and achieve greater development. "
Hearing Zhang Xuemei's praise, Liu Tiezhu couldn't help but be moved by her empathy and tolerance. He looked at her gentle eyes, and the mustard in his heart seemed to have diminished a little.
At this moment, Liu Tiezhu's mobile phone rang. He glanced at the caller ID, and his face suddenly sank.
"Sorry, I had to answer a call. Liu Tiezhu smiled apologetically at Zhang Xuemei, got up and walked to the side to answer.
Zhang Xuemei looked at Liu Tiezhu's angry appearance and couldn't help but feel a little surprised. She had never seen such a gaffe side of this man.
After hanging up the phone, Liu Tiezhu sat back opposite Zhang Xuemei, his face gloomy and terrifying.
"I'm sorry, but something went wrong with the company. He managed to squeeze out a smile, "I may have overreacted a bit." "
"It's okay, I understand the pressure at work. Zhang Xuemei said gently, "However, the way you are angry still startles me." "
"yes, my temper is so bad. Liu Tiezhu said self-deprecatingly, "If you really get married, you will have to suffer." "
"You would be too modest to say that. Zhang Xuemei said with a smile, "I believe that although you are a little short-tempered, you must be a good man who values love and righteousness." "
Liu Tiezhu was touched by Zhang Xuemei's empathy, and the mustard in his heart was reduced a little. This girl is not only gentle and virtuous, but what is even more commendable is that she has a tolerant and generous mind.
However, he began to worry about whether he was worthy of Zhang Xuemei again. Is it really fit for a man of such a grumpy old and angry man to marry such a kind woman? It would be a pity if she could not tolerate her shortcomings in the future.
In contrast, Zhang Xuemei's impression of Liu Tiezhu is getting better and better. Although this man is a bit stubborn and irritable, he is honest and sincere, and he works hard and is conscientious, and he is a good man worthy of his life.
She secretly made up her mind that no matter what, she would put herself in Liu Tiezhu's shoes, use her patience and tolerance to channel his temper, let him learn to control his emotions, and become a more perfect person.
"I'm sorry, I may have gone too far. Liu Tiezhu shook his head helplessly, "I just have a bad temper and get angry at every turn." If I do marry you, you'll have to suffer enough. "
"Don't talk about yourself. Zhang Xuemei said gently, "I believe that although you are a little short-tempered, you must be a good man who values love and righteousness." "
Liu Tiezhu was touched by her empathy, and his eyes were a little gentle. Just then, his phone rang again.
"I'm sorry, I have to answer a phone call. He stood up and stepped aside to answer the phone.
This time, his tone was noticeably calmer, as if he was deliberately controlling his emotions.
After hanging up the phone, Liu Tiezhu sat back opposite Zhang Xuemei, looking a little apologetic: "I'm really sorry, I may have let you see my fiery temper again." "
"It's okay, I understand. Zhang Xuemei smiled softly, "You are already deliberately controlling your emotions, which is very good." "
Liu Tiezhu was touched by her tolerance, and a trace of gratitude flashed in his eyes. He secretly made up his mind that he must get rid of his temper and become a more perfect person.
At this moment, Zhang Xuemei suddenly said: "I have an idea, why don't the two of us go to exercise together to relax our minds?"
"Great idea!" Liu Tiezhu readily agreed.
So, the two looked at each other and smiled, walked side by side, and slowly left the café.