When the warm sunlight shone lightly on the garden of the community, I saw a loving couple who were over the age of sixties, holding hands, leisurely strolling among the tree-lined paths.
Looking closely, that lady was Li Xiuping, a famous CCTV program host who was once famous at home and abroad for her "most American face".
Although time has carved deep traces on her face, that unique charm still shines brightly. She is dressed in a modest costume, her steps are steady and powerful, and the outline of her side face can vaguely show the elegance of the past.
And the husband next to her, although he was a little older, was in good spirits, his beard was white, and they looked at each other and smiled, and each other's faces were full of happiness.
After returning from the walk, the two elderly people returned to their warm home. Li Xiuping started to be busy with dinner as usual, while her husband took the initiative to take on the task of cooking, showing his thoughtfulness and care.
In the smell of fireworks in the kitchen, a table of delicacies was soon presented in front of them, and the two old men ate with relish, exchanging a glance or gently touching the back of each other's hands, these subtle actions all revealed the deep affection between them.
After dinner, they sat down on the sofa in the living room and began a relaxed conversation. Li Xiuping gently rested her head on her husband's solid shoulder, and her face was filled with a kind and satisfied smile.
Her husband affectionately stroked her silver thread with his hand, and his eyes were full of love and nostalgia.
Although they have entered their old age, their love for each other is still as hot as ever. They would look at each other and smile, and then continue to chat casually.
Li Xiuping will recall his own upbringing.
Li Xiuping was born in Lanzhou City, Gansu Province, with a senior engineer as his father and a college lecturer as his mother.
Under the influence of such a family atmosphere, she has shown extraordinary wisdom and diligent and studious qualities since she was a child, and has won the love and expectations of her parents.
His mother is the person Li Xiuping admires the most, and whenever his mother teaches, she always speaks sharply and clearly, and her gestures are elegant and generous, which is deeply loved by the students.
In the depths of Li Xiuping's young heart, his greatest wish was to be able to become an outstanding people's teacher like his mother.
Li Xiuping's performance in his academic career was invincible, and he went through many hardships and finally won the first place, and his academic performance ranked first steadily. However, when she entered the threshold of high school, her grades dropped sharply like a cliff, and she failed the college entrance examination for many years, which plunged the whole family into an unprecedented fog of anxiety and gloom.
It turned out that although Li Xiuping excelled in liberal arts, she always adhered to her own views and resolutely chose to apply for science, firmly believing that only science and engineering can lead the future.
This firm belief also became her Achilles' heel, leading to a three-year frustration in the college entrance examination.
Just when the whole family was worried about her future, a wonderful opportunity quietly came! CCTV openly recruited hosts in Gansu and provided valuable admission opportunities for those who were admitted.
Under the ardent expectations and careful guidance of his parents, with his outstanding appearance and excellent eloquence, Li Xiuping succeeded in one fell swoop and was successfully admitted to the Central Radio and Television University.
Since then, she has formed a deep friendship with CCTV.
The days when he first joined CCTV were not easy, Li Xiuping often worked day and night to prepare manuscripts, delve into broadcasting skills, and his attitude towards work was almost strict.
She always seizes every minute and every second to work overtime to prepare for classes, and humbly asks her seniors when she is confused.
It is this professionalism that has enabled her to gradually grow from an unknown small anchor to the "most American face" and the chief anchor of CCTV, and she has never made a mistake in the 26 years since she appeared on the screen.
On the occasion of Li Xiuping's 42nd birthday, a person who haunted her suddenly broke into her life. It was a successful man who was 10 years older than her, and when he first met Li Xiuping, he was deeply attracted by her unique charm.
The man made no secret of his emotions and began a passionate and persistent pursuit. At first, Li Xiuping felt a little overwhelmed by this affectionate kindness from strangers.
As a working woman, it's been a long time since she's experienced the sweetness of love.
However, as time passed, the man's meticulous care and timely work guidance gradually touched Li Xiuping's heart, and she began to seriously consider the possibility of spending the rest of her life with him.
At that stage, Li Xiuping's spiritual feelings quietly underwent a subtle change. The frenzy for work has gradually faded like a girl's dream, replaced by a deep nostalgia and strong desire for a warm family in my heart.
At present, she is often immersed in a beautiful vision of the future, imagining that one day, a crystallization of love can be added to the home, and then we can experience the endless joy that only family happiness can bring.
However, when she expressed this expectation to her husband with sincerity, she received a response from the other party's euphemistic refusal. The husband said frankly that considering that Li Xiuping had entered middle age, pregnancy and childbirth would bring great risks to her body, and he really couldn't bear to watch his loved ones suffer so much.
At the same time, their energy is no longer comparable to that of their youth, and if they really usher in a new life, I am afraid it will be difficult to squeeze out enough time to take care of and accompany them.
After listening to her husband's affectionate analysis, Li Xiuping fell into a long silence, and finally nodded lightly, expressing understanding and acceptance. She knew that her husband's words were a wise choice made out of deep love for her and in order to be able to stay by her side forever healthy and happy.
So, they decided to let go of the idea of giving birth and continue to enjoy the warm and sweet world of two people Someone curiously asked Li Xiuping if he would feel sorry for missing this important life process of having children? Faced with this question, Li Xiuping just smiled indifferently, with a happy expression on his face: "I already have too much, and my current life makes me feel extremely satisfied."
From acquaintance to acquaintance, love, and then to hand in hand into the palace of marriage, Li Xiuping and her husband have paid countless hardships along the way. However, now they have finally found their own peace and happiness.
That year, on the occasion of Li Xiuping's 42nd birthday, a man suddenly disturbed her otherwise peaceful life.