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The Golden Dragon Cup in 1988 was the beginning of a friendship between me and the talented Zhang Ye. At that time, when she first appeared on the stage, her charming side face and spiritual singing voice instantly attracted me deeply.
Under the spotlight, her straight and graceful body, graceful and humble bow, the radiant light outlines the delicate and beautiful contours of her face. I can't help but fall for it, and secretly think in my heart, this goddess-like woman will definitely shine in the music world in the future!
When I learned that she was also the proud protégé of our mutual esteemed mentor, Mr. Jin Tielin, I immediately approached my teacher and sincerely asked him to arrange for the two of us to perform together.
Mr. Jin was discerning, and naturally saw Zhang Ye's outstanding talent, so he readily agreed to my request.
Soon after, I had the pleasure of meeting Zhang Ye. At that time, she was already a well-known singer, and her demeanor was radiant, firmly catching the attention of the audience. It is said that she has shown amazing musical talent since she was a child, all thanks to the careful teaching of her godmother, Li Guyi.
Under the patient guidance of Sister Li, Zhang also practiced diligently and diligently, and her beautiful singing voice gradually became mellower and high-pitched.
I still vividly remember the first time I worked with her, I was amazed by her superb acting skills. Despite our age, Zhang has far surpassed my apprentice in terms of stage style.
Her singing voice was graceful, and the just right pronunciation shocked everyone present. I was fascinated by her at the time, and I was deeply attracted to this talented and beautiful godsister.
Since then, I have developed endless love and admiration for this girl with a unique temperament.
Looking back on that time, the emotional entanglement between me and Zhang Ye is really regrettable. In 1990, we met in the picturesque city of Guangzhou, and it was as if two destined souls had found each other.
However, unfortunately, Zhang Ye had already fallen into the sweet trap of love at that time, her boyfriend Zhang Xing had a bad record and a very bad reputation, and her parents and I were firmly against this relationship, but we couldn't stop the young girl's deep love.
As far as I know, Zhang Ye's encounter with Zhang Xing was a match made in heaven! That year, Zhang was also invited to Guangzhou to participate in a dazzling solo concert. However, who would have expected that just backstage of the performance, she unexpectedly happened to meet Zhang Xing, who had just been released, and the two instantly sparked, and the blazing flames burned at the moment when each other's eyes intertwined.
Although surrounded by the opposition and abuse of the family, Zhang Ye had long been deeply intoxicated by the sea of love and turned a deaf ear to these objections.
In this way, they have gone through a long eight years of tempering, and Zhang has dedicated almost his entire youth to this unforgettable emotional journey. Whenever I saw the affectionate look in her eyes, I silently prayed in my heart that this marriage would bear fruit.
However, fate always seems to like to play tricks on people, and when Zhang also mustered up the courage to ask Zhang Xing to build a love nest together, the other party began to flicker, looking for all kinds of excuses to evade responsibility.
I vividly remember that during that time, Zhang also burst into tears several times, begging Zhang Xing to give a clear answer. However, her sincerity and persistence were exchanged for more ruthless rejection.
Seeing her physically and mentally exhausted, my heart ached as if it had been cut by a sharp blade, as if I had experienced her pain and despair firsthand.
The most heartbreaking thing is that when Zhang Ye's father was terminally ill, she guarded the bedside day and night, and took care of him with all her heart, the Zhang Xing who had promised to love her forever was ruthlessly married to someone else behind her back! I witnessed the moment Zhang Ye woke up from the shock of her dream shattering, her face was full of helplessness and despair, she once fell into extreme pain and confusion, and even had the idea of giving up on herself.
Luckily, at that critical moment of life and death, I reached out in time to save her from the endless dark abyss.
When Zhang was also in a state of decadence and on the verge of collapse, I was always by her side as a friend, doing my best to soothe her wounded heart and encourage her to face the difficulties bravely. Every time I saw her pained expression, my heart was pierced deeply.
As her closest confidant, I deeply feel the depth and pain of her inner wound.
We have walked the streets and alleys together, basking in the warm sun, talking about life ideals in a cozy café, and enjoying a moment of quiet peace on a quiet park bench. I always try my best to let her relax, forget the troubles in life for a while, and feel the beauty of the world again.
Sometimes, Zhang would burst into tears, as if recalling a story that hurt her heart. That's when I stepped forward to give her a warm and firm hug, and soothed her wounded heart with my broad shoulders.
In an inadvertent interview, Zhang also spoke to the media present with great sincerity about the timid self in my heart. She even joked that sometimes I would even be scared to the point of trembling by a little mouse.
Although the topic may sound slightly awkward, I didn't feel angry or upset about it, but responded with a doting smile. When the audience witnessed such an intimate interaction, they erupted in warm applause and cheers, and everyone seemed to feel a unique tacit understanding and emotional resonance.
Indeed, perhaps to the onlooker, the relationship between me and Zhang Ye seems vague and incomprehensible. In reality, however, our feelings go far beyond being ordinary friends.
This relationship has long been a perfect blend of family, friendship and love, transcending all worldly boundaries. We just see each other as the most precious and dearest person in our lives.
This kind of affection goes beyond sibling love, beyond the love of lovers, and even the bonds of marriage cannot bind us together.
Whenever someone curiously explores the relationship between me and Zhang Ye, we tend to remain silent. Because words really can't accurately describe the unique emotion between us.
It's better to let those doubtful and curious eyes figure it out and imagine it for themselves!
I still remember one time, an attentive viewer seemed to have insight into my deep feelings for Zhang Ye. She half-jokingly asked me, "Have you been silently crushing on Zhang Ye?" Your eye contact on stage is so compatible!" I just smiled at this question, but I didn't know how to answer it properly.
Indeed, the outside world's interpretation of our relationship has become irrelevant. In fact, a long time ago, Zhang Ye once confessed to me that she no longer had any expectations for love.
Her only wish is to have a confidant and friend by her side to spend the rest of her life together, and never give up. And I, perhaps, am the one she's been waiting for.
I still remember vividly, whenever Zhang Ye felt helpless and tears fell, I would give her the most sincere and warm hug to soothe her traumatized inner world. On the contrary, she can always use her endless enthusiasm to tell me about the trivial things in life, as well as the successes and failures in the work, and the deep insights.
We don't need any physical intimacy with each other, just a fiery eye contact can convey endless emotions.
This kind of feeling is far better than the purity and eternity of love. It washes away all the filth and impurities of the world, leaving only the most simple and unpretentious friendships to precipitate in the years.
Therefore, when someone curiously asked why we didn't enter the marriage hall, Zhang Ye always smiled slightly with her unique temperament, and then shook her head gently. For her, the affection between us transcends the shackles of marriage and has more eternal value than love.
Looking back on Zhang Ye's life journey, music is undoubtedly the only lover she has never betrayed. With a deep love for music since she was a child, she has touched the heartstrings of everyone again and again with her pure and melodious voice and exquisite skills.
I vaguely remember that when Zhang Ye first joined the disciple of Li Guyi, she showed extraordinary talent. In the days and nights under the careful guidance of Mr. Li, Zhang Ye's singing voice gradually reached its peak, like a natural sound.
People have given her the reputation of "a new generation of golden voice".
I still vividly remember the confident demeanor of Zhang Ye when he received the admission letter from the Conservatory. She held the large heavy envelope alof, and tears welled up in her eyes with excitement.
Music has given her unprecedented courage and strength, giving her the confidence to pursue the infinite possibilities of life.
However, embarking on this musical path is not an easy task. I remember that Zhang Ye's grandfather and parents were adamantly opposed to her devoting herself to this industry, which was considered "not a proper job", and hoped that she would return to school and choose a more secure path.
However, it was Zhang Ye's innate musical talent and unwavering perseverance that finally dispelled his family's doubts and won the understanding and support of the whole family.
It is true that Zhang also has every opportunity to choose to live a comfortable and stable life as an ordinary person, find his other half in a down-to-earth manner, establish a family, and raise children. However, she did not hesitate to embark on the path of pursuing her dreams, in order to light up the last ray of light in the art world she loved so much.
Therefore, this woman, born into a family of artists, stood firmly on the music stage, and sang the beautiful music of her personal life with her pure voice and full of enthusiasm.
To this day, Zhang and I have become two old friends in their old age. Looking back on the bumpy years in the past, we have been able to calmly deal with the impermanent changes of love, career, and family affection.
"It's not that we don't have the possibility of getting married, it's just that we never tried to fight for it. Because in the hearts of both of us, the ritual of marriage cannot transcend the heights of our existing relationship. ”
The relationship between us is far more than the shackles of a marriage contract, more lasting and tenacious.
Indeed, according to common sense, if a man and a woman can be so close, they should enter the palace of marriage. However, Zhang and I never cared about this. We just gently see each other as the most cherished person in our lives, and any kind of ritual seems superfluous.
"Marriage is nothing but a constraint and restriction on love, and when you imprison love in the cage of marriage, it gradually loses the power to fly freely. However, the relationship between me and Lu Jihong is unrestrained and free. ”
When Zhang also said these words, there was always a relieved smile on the corner of his mouth.
There is no doubt that from the first acquaintance, acquaintance, to the final life and death, the relationship between us has gone through countless ups and downs, far more than secular love, deeper and more lasting. It washed away all the hypocrisy of the world, leaving only the most sincere and pure friendship to echo in the long river of time.
Therefore, whenever someone asks us why we are not married, Zhang Ye always smiles with her unique calmness and temperament, and then shakes her head gently. For her, the emotions between us transcend marriage and love, and are more eternally valuable than flesh and matter.
"Marriage, in the eyes of most people, may only be a clean and bright glass picture, as long as the flower of love withers, it will become pale and worthless. However, for Lu Jihong and me, this kind of relationship is undoubtedly the eternal flower that will never wither and bloom!" Zhang is also intoxicated with romance, pouring out the treasure in his heart with a passionate tone.
The relationship between us is like a pool of deep clear water, which will never dry up. Whenever someone asks about this relationship, how can we simply describe it as plain words, let it exist quietly and in its natural way, forever.
In fact, life is just to chase this purest and most precious emotion.