In a quiet small city, Li Jing and Wang Yun's lives are like a pool of stagnant water, lacking waves. Li Jing revolves around her husband and children all day long, although her life is full, but over time, she finds that in addition to these roles, she seems to have lost herself. Wang Yun is a working woman, and her daily work seems to repeat the same rhythm, and even her married life with her husband Wang Qiang has become boring.
The two were in the same community, and they met by chance. Perhaps because of their common hobbies or similar feelings about life, they gradually became familiar with the activities of the community calligraphy and painting interest group. Whenever the event is over, Li Jing and Wang Yun will find a quiet corner to share their life trivia, and slowly, their friendship deepens day by day.
The wind was gentle that night, and the moonlight shone through the leaves, dappling silver on the ground. The two friends chatted on the benches in the community, from the weather to the children, and then to their respective married lives.
"No matter how busy my husband is, he can't neglect home. Li Jing sighed, with a hint of helplessness in her voice.
Wang Yun was silent for a while before he spoke: "Yes, Qiang is always on a business trip, and sometimes we can't see each other a few times a week. There are more love words on the phone than face-to-face. ”
Li Jing smiled bitterly, "If you can change your life occasionally, maybe there will be new discoveries." ”
"Change lives? That's a crazy idea. Wang Yun looked at Li Jing in surprise, but a trace of excitement and anticipation flashed in her eyes.
Li Jing continued softly: "It's just an idea. If you can swap roles, you might be able to bring new excitement to your life. ”
In this small town where the story unfolds, the monotony and peace of life are shocked by the small rebellion in the hearts of the two young women. Their daily routines seem to be about to change quietly because of a whimsical conversation.
During the conversation, I found that there was a spark of anticipation and adventure in each other's eyes, as if that crazy idea had quietly taken root in the two hearts. They tacitly understood each other's thoughts, as if they were aware of each other's thoughts.
That night, they didn't say anything more, and when they went home, they each immersed themselves in the silence of the night. Li Jing leaned against the window, looking at the starry sky outside the window, and her heart turned a thousand times. Wang Yun caressed the wedding photos, and her eyes flashed with a complicated light.
Perhaps, ordinary life is about to usher in an extraordinary twist and turn, and how will they deal with it, and what impact will it have on this small town?
On the evening of that women's painting and calligraphy group, after putting forward that crazy idea, Li Jing and Wang Yun's mood could not be calm. A few days later, when they quietly met next to the gym equipment in the community, the thoughts were stirring in their hearts again.
"What you said last time......" Li Jing began hesitantly, her voice so low that she could barely hear it.
Wang Yun looked around nervously and lowered her voice, "The exchange? ”
"Yes...... But how do we open this mouth? How do we operate?" Li Jing's voice trembled.
Wang Yun pulled Li Jing to sit on the bench, and the two began to discuss seriously. They discuss how to create a suitable opportunity without arousing their husband's suspicions. Like thieves, they secretly plan this "big adventure", and every little detail is carefully considered - from the children's weekend trip to their grandmother's house, to the elaborate business trip or extra work at their respective husbands to ensure that there is enough space and time for the weekend.
"We can make up an excuse to say that there is an urgent matter, saying that you (Wang Qiang) have to go to another place for a week, and at the same time, I will arrange for a friend to go out under the pretense of a party. Wang Yun said slowly. But Li Jing was still a little worried, "If people know, then we ......"
"No one will know," Wang Yun interrupted her, "We'll be careful to the extreme." And, it's just a short, one-off experience, isn't it?"
Through the transmission of WeChat and accidental telephone exchanges, two young women who were originally in peace and kept to themselves unconsciously germinated the determination to challenge the tradition. After each night of discussion, their faces flushed with excitement and their hearts beat a little faster than usual.
At the end of the week, everything went according to plan. Li Ming and Wang Qiang stepped on their respective trains and planes respectively, but they were smiling and looking forward to that typical weekend. The moment the husbands left, both young women pretended to be sent to the door, then closed the door and exchanged a secret smile in their eyes. They knew that the next 48 hours would be the most exciting time of their lives.
Li Jing cooked Wang Qiang's favorite dishes at home, and Wang Yun also rearranged the room according to Li Ming's style. They seem to have returned to the passionate time of the past, and the feeling of a faster heartbeat has not been seen for a long time.
As night fell, they went into each other's homes. The tension of what is about to happen is in the air, but also with a hint of adventure and the sweetness of the unknown.
Li Jing and Wang Yun, who have changed roles, are lying on a bed that does not belong to them, but they are all thinking about the same thing - tomorrow when the sun rises, will they have a different life because of this "game".
That night, in the quiet neighborhood, both houses were lit up with warm yellow lights. Li Jing and Wang Yun each stepped into the territory of the other half, which was a place where they could only set foot as "guests" on weekdays.
Li Jing stood quietly in the living room of Wang Qiang's house, a trace of guilt in his heart. She knew that, according to the rules, she wasn't supposed to be here. But when Wang Qiang's smile greeted her, that guilt melted away. As they talked, Wang Qiang told some stories about his work, and Li Jing shared interesting stories about the children. There was an unprecedented ease and ease between the two.
The same scene is playing out on the other side. Wang Yun sat on Li Ming's sofa, and the two of them couldn't help laughing while sipping tea and watching comedy shows. On this ordinary night, they unexpectedly discover that spending time with another person can bring so much freshness.
Li Jing began to understand Wang Yun's usual little habits of Wang Qiang, they cooked together in the kitchen, and between talking and laughing, Li Jing found a relaxation and happiness that she hadn't had for a long time. On the other hand, Wang Yun and Li Ming talked about his hobby of photography, and Wang Yun made some small suggestions on composition, and Li Ming happily said that this is a new perspective.
Late at night, Li Jing and Wang Yun fell asleep hugging unfamiliar beds. Their hearts are mixed, and this adventure allows them to see another possibility of life. On that night, they were no longer someone's wives, but just themselves who didn't have to take on too many responsibilities and could do whatever they wanted.
When I woke up the next day, the house was still as warm as ever. Li Jing and Wang Yun lazily opened their eyes in each other's rooms, and the wonderful experience still remained in their hearts. They knew it was coming to an end, but before they turned to leave, they all took a deep breath and silently thanked themselves for the crazy attempt. Because no matter what the outcome is, after this night, their understanding of life has changed.
They re-examine their marriages, imagining how they should communicate and share this experience with their husbands when they return home, with a glimmer of hope, perhaps, they can regain the lost emotions and warmth in their marriage.
The neighborhood in the middle of the night returned to its usual tranquility, but for Li Jing and Wang Yun, everything changed subtly. The night serves as the curtain of their adventure stories, and also witnesses the moment when they return to their original lives. When they each walked back to the door, they were both relieved and a little reluctant.
"I will always remember this experience. Li Jing expressed her emotion to Wang Yun on WhatsApp.
Wang Yun replied: "Yes, who would have thought that this short night would give us so much to think about. ”
Their communication was full of new expectations for the future. When the husbands returned, they all told the truth about their experience, and surprisingly, the husbands did not show anger or disappointment, but instead began to think about the neglected parts of their relationship in addition to being shocked.
Li Ming gently took Li Jing's hand: "You have always been the pillar of the family, maybe I really ignored your feelings." Let's regain lost emotions together. ”
Wang Qiang also hugged Wang Yun and said: "I spend too much time on work, and I don't realize the loneliness in your heart." But now, I want to start over with you. ”
In that small city, the two couples begin to re-examine their relationship, realizing that unreleased passion and deep need are an important part of maintaining the relationship. They began to express their love more often, no longer letting the daily busyness overshadow each other's emotions.
After experiencing the unknown and adventure, both Li Jing and Wang Yun felt an unprecedented satisfaction. The so-called "mistake" of the wonderful night not only did not destroy their marriage, but was like a good medicine, awakening everyone's love for life and the importance of their partner.
Li Jing and Wang Yun sat on the bench in the community again, and they both felt a deep sense of gratitude and new hope in their hearts. From then on, every time they talked about that night, there was a special light in their eyes - because they knew that even if the experience of "swapping" only lasted for a short time, it gave them inspiration and opportunity for a new life.