My name is Xiao Ming, and I am a standard post-95 generation. That year, I enlisted in the army, full of passion and wanted to contribute to my country. Just when I was about to embark on my military career, my first love, Xiaofang, suddenly appeared in front of me and said that he wanted to spend this time with me.
It was a sunny day, and I was packing my bags at home and preparing to go to the troops. At that moment, there was a knock at the door. When I opened the door, it turned out to be Xiaofang! She looked at me with firm eyes and said, "Xiao Ming, I know that you are going to be a soldier, and I will accompany you." ”
I was stunned, I didn't expect that my first love, which I hadn't seen for many years, would appear at this time. I asked her, "Xiaofang, why are you doing this?" ”
Xiao Fang smiled and said, "Because I know that you have always been a person with dreams and responsibilities. I also want to do something for you and accompany you through this hard time. ”
My heart warmed, but I was still a little hesitant. After all, life in the barracks was hard, and I was afraid that she would not be able to stand it. However, Xiaofang said firmly: "Don't worry, I can do it." ”
In this way, Xiaofang and I stepped on the train to the troops. On the train, we talked about the past, as if we had returned to that youthful era.
When it came to the troops, life in the recruit company was extremely difficult. Wake up early and go to bed late every day, and the training intensity is very high. I was worried that Xiaofang would not be able to bear it, but she was always by my side, encouraging me and cheering me on.
Once, while we were on survival training in the wild, I accidentally got injured. Xiao Fang didn't say a word, picked me up and went to the infirmary. At that moment, I felt her endless love.
However, life in the troops was not all smooth sailing. One day, we were severely criticized by the squad leader because of a mistake. I was depressed, but Xiaofang comforted me and said, "Don't be discouraged, failure is the mother of success." As long as we work hard, we will definitely become an excellent soldier. ”
With her encouragement, I picked myself up again and trained hard. Gradually, I achieved excellent results in the army.
Just when we thought everything was going to get better and better, a sudden news broke our peace. Xiaofang's father was seriously ill and she had to go home to take care of her. I know it's a tough choice for her.
When parting, Xiao Fang said to me with tears in her eyes: "Xiao Ming, you have to take good care of yourself, and you must become an excellent soldier." I'll be waiting for you at home and when you come back. ”
I held her hand tightly and promised, "Xiaofang, don't worry, I will definitely work hard to make you proud of me." ”
In this way, we reluctantly parted. During my days in the army, I always missed Xiaofang, and her encouragement and care became my motivation to move forward. I trained hard and finally became a good soldier.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, my service is coming to an end. With honor and expectation, I returned to my hometown and returned to Xiaofang's side.
On that day, the sun was still shining. I stood in front of Xiaofang's house, took a deep breath, and knocked on the door. The door opened, and Xiao Fang smiled at me and said, "Welcome home, my hero." ”
I hugged her tightly and was overwhelmed with emotion. Yes, with her company, I can get to where I am today. And our story will forever be engraved in my heart.
When I returned to my hometown, Xiaofang became the most important part of my life. She took me to visit her father, who had recovered and had a relieved smile on his face to see us together. Xiaofang's father told me that it was Xiaofang's strength and my commitment that supported their family during those difficult days.
One weekend, Xiao Fang suggested that we go to the old maple forest on the mountain, where we used to play as children. The autumn maple leaf forest, red as fire, we walked in it, as if back to a carefree childhood.
"Xiao Ming, do you remember the time capsule we buried here when we were kids?" Xiao Fang excitedly pointed to the familiar land.
I smiled, remembering, of course, that it contained our dreams and secrets.
We started looking for that familiar place and eventually found it under an old maple tree. Scooping out the capsule, we opened the yellowed note, the handwriting was blurred, but we could still make out the words.
"Xiaofang, I want to be a teacher when I grow up." "Xiao Ming, I want to be a hero when I grow up."
We looked at each other and smiled, it turned out that we had all realized our dreams, but the hero was no longer just imaginary, but really lived in Xiaofang's heart.
"Xiao Ming, you are my hero now." Xiao Fang looked up at me with a twinkle in her eyes.
I held her hand and said affectionately, "Xiaofang, you are also my hero, because you make me stronger." ”
We re-buried the time capsule, and this time, our future and hopes were written in it.
As the days passed, I started looking for a job, trying to stabilize and give Xiaofang a promise. And Xiaofang teaches in the town's primary school, and she always brings the most happiness to the children.
One night, after dinner, Xiao Fang suddenly became a little silent.
"Xiaofang, what's wrong with you?" I asked with concern.
She hesitated for a moment, then raised her head, looked at me seriously and said, "Xiao Ming, I have a dream, I want to go to volunteer teaching, go to those remote places, and help more children." ”
I was stunned, proud of her and a little reluctant to give up. I know that this is her dream, and I can't stop her because of my own selfishness.
"Xiaofang, you go, I support you." I smiled, trying to hide my reluctance.
Xiao Fang hugged me tightly, her eyes full of gratitude: "Xiao Ming, thank you, I know this is not easy for you." ”
I shook my head and whispered, "As long as you want, I'll support it." ”
In this way, Xiaofang was ready to teach in a distant place, and I also found a good job in my hometown. We agreed that no matter how far apart we were, our hearts would always be connected.
On the day of separation, I didn't go to see her, I didn't want Xiaofang to see the reluctance in my eyes. I stood in front of the window, looking at her back as she drifted away, and silently made a promise in my heart: Xiaofang, I will wait for you here, wait for you to complete your dreams, and wait for you to return to me. Our story, like the cycle of the four seasons, is always moving forward and always full of hope, no matter how many ups and downs we go through.
The days passed quietly, and the conditions in the place where Xiaofang taught were difficult, but her letters were always full of optimism and hope. In the letter, she said that although the children there lived in poverty, their eyes flashed with a thirst for knowledge, which made her more determined to make her choice.
I would also write to her regularly to tell her about the changes in my hometown and the bits and pieces of my life. At the end of the letter, I always wrote, "Wherever you are, my heart is with you." ”
A year later, I decided to visit Xiaofang. With a heart of excitement, I embarked on a journey to that remote mountain village. After a bumpy day, I finally got there. Xiao Fang was waiting for me at the entrance of the village, wearing a simple plaid shirt with her hair tied into a ponytail and a big smile.
"Xiao Ming, you're finally here!" She ran over and hugged me tightly.
I looked at her, and a warm current welled up in my heart. Everything here seems so simple, but Xiaofang's persistence and the smiles of the children make this place full of life.
Xiao Fang took me on a tour of the school, where the facilities are rudimentary, but every place is full of children's creativity and laughter. I looked at Xiaofang's serious teaching in class, and my heart was full of pride.
In the evening, we walked by the creek in the village. The moon hung in the sky, dotted with stars, and Xiao Fang recounted her experiences during the year.
"Xiao Ming, you know what? The children here have taught me a lot, and I am deeply touched by their resilience and optimism. Xiao Fang's voice fluttered in the night wind.
I held her hand and felt her firmness: "Xiaofang, you have also taught me a lot, your courage and selflessness make me love you even more." ”
We sat quietly by the river, enjoying the tranquility. I know that Xiaofang's dream has taken root here, and I have found my way here.
A few days later, I said goodbye to Xiaofang and returned to my hometown. I started to get involved in some charity activities to help those in need. Xiaofang's shadow is always in my heart, inspiring me to move forward.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Xiaofang's days of teaching are coming to an end. She wrote to me that she had decided to return to her hometown and continue teaching in elementary school. I was excited to prepare for her return.
Finally, that day has come. I stood in the crowd at the station, waiting for Xiaofang to appear. When she appeared in front of me with her suitcase in tow, I felt joy that I had never felt before.
"Xiao Ming, I'm back." Xiao Fang smiled, her eyes twinkling.
I took her luggage and replied with a smile, "Xiaofang, welcome home." ”
Our story is like the old maple forest, which has experienced spring and autumn fruits, but has always been tenacious. Here, our dreams are intertwined, our love grows, and our hopes are like the old maple trees in that forest, flourishing and endless.
Back in her hometown, Xiaofang continues to teach in primary school, and her classroom is always filled with the laughter of children. And I also found a meaningful job working for a non-profit organization to help those in need.
Every day after work, I would pick up Xiaofang, we would go home together, cook together, and share each other's lives together. On the weekends, we would go for a walk in the old maple leaf forest, reminiscing about the past and talking about future plans.
"Xiao Ming, do you think our dream will come true?" Xiao Fang leaned on my shoulder and looked at the sky in the distance.
I shook her hand, smiled and said, "Yes, as long as we work hard, our dreams will definitely come true." ”
Xiao Fang nodded, her eyes shining with determination. I know that she has a bigger dream in her heart, which is to help more children and give them a better future.
As the days go by, our lives become more and more stable and happy. Xiaofang's achievements in school were recognized, and she was selected as an outstanding teacher. And I, on the other hand, have also made achievements in the work of non-profit organizations and won an honor.
"Xiao Ming, you see, our dream is coming true step by step." Xiao Fang held the certificate of merit, and her eyes flashed with joy.
I smiled and hugged her: "Yes, Xiaofang, our dreams are coming true step by step. ”
Just then, an unexpected piece of news broke our peace. Xiaofang was invited to participate in an international education forum, which was a rare opportunity for her to be exposed to more educational resources and ideas.
"Xiao Ming, I want to go." Xiao Fang looked at me with a glint of anticipation in her eyes.
I looked at her, happy for her and a little reluctant at the same time. I knew that this was her chance, and I couldn't stop her because of my own selfishness.
"Xiaofang, you go, I support you." I smiled, trying to hide my reluctance.
Xiao Fang hugged me tightly, her eyes full of gratitude: "Xiao Ming, thank you, I know this is not easy for you." ”
I shook my head and whispered, "As long as you want, I'll support it." ”
In this way, Xiaofang was ready to attend the International Education Forum, and I continued my work in my hometown. We agreed that no matter how far apart we were, our hearts would always be connected.
On the day of separation, I didn't go to see her, I didn't want Xiaofang to see the reluctance in my eyes. I stood in front of the window, looking at her back as she drifted away, and silently made a promise in my heart: Xiaofang, I will wait for you here, wait for you to complete your dreams, and wait for you to return to me. Our story, like the cycle of the four seasons, is always moving forward and always full of hope, no matter how many ups and downs we go through.