In 1998, I returned to my long-lost hometown, that quiet little village. The threshold of the village chief's house, which I crossed countless times when I was a child, is now a little rusty. The village chief greeted me warmly, and while greeting me, he introduced me to his beloved daughter, Cuihua.
Cuihua is very bright, with a pair of big eyes that seem to be able to speak. The village chief was hinting at me both inside and out, hoping that I could become his son-in-law. I smiled bitterly in my heart, I am a prodigal son, I am used to wandering outside, how can I give up the whole forest for the sake of a tree?
One day, the village chief came to me and said, "Son, what do you think of Cuihua? I have grown up watching you two grow up, and it would be nice if we could get married." I hesitated for a moment, and then said, "Village Chief, Cuihua is a good girl, but I already have a sweetheart. ”
As soon as I said this, the village chief's face suddenly became embarrassed. He was silent for a moment, and then said, "In that case, I can't force it. But you have to promise me that if you break up, come back to Cuihua. ”
I agreed to the village chief, but I had an idea in my heart: I wanted to leave the village as soon as possible so as not to break Cuihua's heart. However, fate played a joke on me.
That day, I met a group of hooligans in the woods near the village. They actually bullied a weak woman, and I couldn't help but come to the rescue. Unexpectedly, the woman was Cuihua. Her pear blossoms bring rain, and she is pitiful, which makes my heart shake.
Cuihua told me that she knew my heart belonged, but she was still willing to wait for me. She said: "I know you have others in your heart, but I believe that one day, you will see my goodness." ”
I was moved, but still said firmly: "Cuihua, I know your goodness. But I can't promise you that I'm going to see the outside world. Cuihua smiled and said, "It's okay, I'll wait for you." ”
In this way, I left the village and continued my wandering life. However, the figure of Cuihua has always haunted me. In the dead of night, I think of her teary eyes.
A few years later, I learned that Cuihua had married a young man from a neighboring village. I heard that they were doing well, and I was happy for her. I know that she is a good girl who knows how to cherish the people in front of her.
And I myself am still adrift, looking for the one in my heart. I know that my fate with Cuihua is over, but I will always remember that kind and infatuated girl.
Time flies, and that past has gradually faded. But when I think about the summer of 1998, I still have an indescribable feeling in my heart. That is the mark of my youth, and it is also the hometown that I will never forget.
After leaving the village, I wandered around, and the one in my heart never appeared. The years have been silent, and ten years have passed in the blink of an eye. During this time, I have experienced many things and met many people, but the shadow of the emerald flower always follows me faintly.
One day, I received a letter from my hometown. The letter was written by Cuihua, who said that she was doing well now, that her husband was considerate to her, and that her children were obedient and cute. In the letter, she told me that she was coming to my city for a relative's wedding and wanted to meet me.
My heart fluctuated, but I didn't expect Cuihua to still remember me. We made an appointment to meet at a café. That day, I arrived at the café early and sat by the window waiting for the green flowers to appear.
The moment she walked into the café, I could barely recognize her. Her figure is still slender, but there is more maturity and calmness in her eyes. We greeted each other and sat down to chat.
Cuihua told me that she never forgot our agreement, but she understood that there were some things that could not be forced. She said, "At that time, I really liked you. However, I know you have someone else in mind, and I don't want to embarrass you. ”
I was overwhelmed with emotion and said, "Cuihua, you are an amazing woman. I really appreciate you, thank you for your understanding and blessings back then. ”
Cuihua smiled and said, "It's all gone, and now we all have our own families and lives." I just want to see how you're doing when we meet this time. ”
We talked a lot and reminisced about the old days. At parting, Cuihua handed me a beautiful box and said, "This gift is for you, I hope you will like it." ”
I opened the box, and inside was a delicate jade pendant. I put on the jade pendant, and my heart swelled with warmth. I know that this is Cuihua's blessing to me, and it is also a testimony to the beautiful memories between us.
After sending off Cuihua, I stood on the street, looking at the bustling crowd, and my heart was full of emotion. Although this relationship did not come to the end, we both left deep traces in each other's hearts.
Since then, I have learned to cherish the people in front of me and stop clinging to the regrets of the past. And that jade pendant, I have always worn on my body, whenever I see it, I will think of that kind and infatuated girl, and our unforgettable youth.
Now, I am a novelist, and I write down these wonderful memories. And Cuihua will always be the most precious chapter in my heart. Life goes on, and we are each in a different city, working hard for our families and dreams. That period of the past, like a touch of color over the years, will always shine brightly.
The days passed peacefully like flowing water, and I lived a simple and busy life in the city. Writing has become the focus of my life, and those memories of emerald flowers have gradually found their home in my words.
One weekend, I was walking the streets alone, ready to go to the bookstore to pick up a few books. Suddenly, a familiar figure appeared in my sight. It's her, Cuihua. She stood in front of a flower shop with a bouquet of flowers in her hand, smiling and talking to the owner of the flower shop.
I was stunned, my heart racing, I didn't expect to meet her again on such a day. I hesitated, then plucked up the courage to walk up to her.
"Emerald flowers. I exclaimed softly.
She turned her head and saw me with a look of surprise on her face. "It's you, what a coincidence!" she said.
"yes, that's a coincidence. I laughed and said, "Why are you here?"
"I came to the city for a meeting and stopped by. Cuihua replied.
The two of us walked the streets, chatting about each other's lives. Cuihua said that her children have grown up and are starting elementary school. There was a kind of maternal tenderness in her eyes, and I couldn't help but sigh that time has really changed us.
"What about you, how is your novel doing?" asked Cuihua.
I smiled and said, "Not bad, I've published a couple of books." Actually, a lot of my work is inspired by our past. ”
A hint of curiosity flashed in Cuihua's eyes: "Oh? really?"
"Yes, you are the archetype in my story. I said frankly, "I will never be able to forget the impact you have had on me." ”
Cuihua was silent for a moment, then said, "I'm honored. Actually, I often think about the past and the story of our summer. ”
We walked to a park and found a bench to sit on. Surrounded by the laughter of children and the chirping of birds, everything seemed so harmonious.
"Cuihua, do you know?" I said, looking at the sky, "I've always been grateful to you, you have taught me what true love is. ”
Cuihua smiled, tears flashing in her eyes: "I am also very grateful to you for giving me such good memories." ”
We just sat quietly in the park, enjoying this rare tranquility. Until the sun went down, Cuihua stood up and said, "I should go." ”
I took Cuihua to a nearby subway station, and when I left, she said, "I hope we can meet again." ”
I nodded, full of reluctance: "It will be." ”
Cuihua turned to leave, and I stood where I was, watching her back disappear into the crowd. I know that our lives have gone on different tracks, but that shared memory will always be a treasure in our hearts.
I turned around and walked slowly home. In the night, the jade pendant shimmered warmly in the moonlight. I silently made a wish in my heart: may the cuihua be happy, and may the story of our youth always shine.
Time flies, and a few years have passed in a blink of an eye. My writing career has gradually become a well-known novelist. And the green flower has also become an eternal source of inspiration in my heart.
One day, I received a letter from my hometown. The letter was written by Cuihua's father, the village chief, and it said that Cuihua's husband died of illness, and Cuihua lived alone with her children, and her life was a little difficult. The village chief hoped that I could go back to my hometown to see Cuihua and give her some comfort and help.
My heart pounded, and I immediately packed my bags and set out on the journey back home. When I stood at the entrance of the village again, I couldn't help but feel a mixed emotion in my heart. The village chief was already waiting at the entrance of the village, and when he saw me, a glimmer of relief flashed in his eyes.
"Kid, you're back. The village chief held my hand tightly, and his voice was a little choked.
I nodded and said, "Village Chief, I'm back." ”
Cuihua's home is at the entrance of the village, and I walked into the yard and saw Cuihua drying clothes in the yard. She saw me with a look of surprise on her face.
"You're here. Cuihua's voice trembled a little.
I walked forward, hugged her tightly, and said, "Cuihua, I'm back." ”
The two of us hugged each other and cried, as if we wanted to release all these years of thoughts and pain. It took a long time for us to be separated. Cuihua pulled me into the house and poured me a cup of tea.
"How have you been doing all these years?" asked Cuihua.
I nodded and said, "It's okay, what about you?"
Cuihua was silent for a while, and then said, "It's okay, but sometimes I feel a little lonely." ”
I took her hand and said, "Cuihua, you have to be strong." I will be here with you, and we face life together. ”
In the days that followed, I lived with Cuihua, helped her with household chores, chatted with her, and brought some comfort to her and her children. Cuihua also gradually came out of the grief of losing her husband, and the smile on her face increased.
One night, we were chilling out in the courtyard and watching the sky full of stars. Cuihua suddenly said, "Do you remember the days when we watched the stars together when we were kids?"
I nodded and said, "Of course, we made a lot of wishes back then. ”
Cuihua smiled and said, "Yes, have all the wishes made at that time come true now?"
I was silent for a while, then said, "Most of them have come true, but there is one wish that I have not been able to fulfill." ”
Cuihua turned her head, looked at me, and asked, "What wish?"
I looked into Cuihua's eyes and said, "I hope you can be happy." ”
Cuihua smiled and said, "I'm very happy now, with you by my side." ”
We both looked at each other and smiled, then continued to look up at the stars. The stars were especially bright that night, as if they were telling us something. I know that no matter what happens in the future, I will be by Cuihua's side and face it together. Because that's the unfulfilled wish in my heart.