The Tale of the Fat Cat: An Entanglement of Love and Money
I, an ordinary young man from a small town in Hunan, named Li Hao. When I was a child, I was nicknamed "Fat Cat" by my friends because of my fat body and unusual talent for gaming. At that time, I was immersed in the virtual world of the game, looking for my own glory and happiness.
When I grew up, I chose to become a game booster, using my skills and experience in the game in exchange for life capital. Although this job is not understood by most people, for me, it is a way for me to communicate with the world and a stage for me to show my self-worth.
By chance, I met a girl from Chongqing, Lin Wan. She met on a social platform, and her voice was gentle and sweet, always giving me comfort when I was tired. Our chats start with games and gradually extend to all aspects of life. Her dream is to open her own flower shop, and I am full of anticipation and support for her dream.
In order to get her one step closer to her dream, I started trying to save money. I cut down on my expenses, ate only simple meals every day, and even gave up some recreational activities. I transferred all my savings to Lin Wan, hoping to help her achieve her dream. And every time she receives money, she will sweetly say "thank you", which makes me feel that everything is worth it.
However, as time went on, I gradually noticed that Lin Wan's attitude towards me had changed. She started asking me frequently for all sorts of things, from my phone to clothes, from cosmetics to travel expenses. I tried to say no, but every time I saw her lost eyes, I couldn't help but agree to her request. I began to realize that I might have fallen into an elaborate trap.
I decided to talk to Lin Wan and hope that she would give me a clear answer. However, when I saw her again, she became cold and strange. She told me that we were just friends in the game and that she never really liked me. Her words pierced my heart like a knife and made me feel painful.
In desperation, I chose to leave. I returned to the small town in Hunan, to the home that once made me feel warm. However, my heart could not be at peace for a long time. I began to reflect on my past and why I was in this situation. I realized that I had lost so much in this relationship—money, time, and that heart that was once innocent.
Just when I was about to give up, an unexpected news came - Lin Wan was arrested by the police on suspicion of fraud. It turned out that she did not just ask me for money, but she also used her beauty and gentleness to deceive the feelings and money of many others. The news shocked and outraged me, but at the same time it was a relief that I could finally get out of this nightmare.
After hearing the news, I decided to go to Chongqing to see for myself the woman who had haunted me. When I stood in front of Lin Wan, she was no longer the gentle and lovely girl. Her eyes were full of indifference and cunning, as if she had forgotten the feelings we once had.
I told her that I already knew the truth, but she just said lightly: "Why should I pay you back all the money you gave me voluntarily?" "Her words completely disappointed me, and I began to wonder if my feelings for her were just empty joys.
After returning to my hometown, I fell into deep contemplation, and I began to reflect on my blindness and impulsiveness in my feelings. I realized that I was too gullible in my pursuit of love, and I didn't keep enough vigilance and sanity. At the same time, I also began to think about the relationship between love and money, should we give up our principles and bottom line for the sake of love?
This experience made me deeply appreciate the complexity and cruelty of love, and it also made me cherish my current life and the people around me even more. I began to re-examine my values and lifestyle, trying to become more mature and sensible.
Now I have stepped out of that shadow and started a new life. Although I still think about that painful experience occasionally, I have been able to face it calmly. I believe that as long as you keep a kind and firm heart, you will be able to find your own happiness. The story of the fat cat has also become an important turning point in my life, it has taught me to grow and be strong, and it has also made me cherish my current life and the people around me more.