[This content is a fictional short story, and any name, place name, or other aspects involved in the text have nothing to do with reality (without any implications). If there is any similarity, it is purely a coincidence, please read it rationally. 】
In the busy city of Beijing, Li Xiaofen and Zhang Ming, like countless young people, are full of dreams and pursuits. The two of them have admired each other since college, and the casual exchange of glances in the same class became the starting point of their love. Time flies, and when they are about to graduate from university, they decide to try to rent a nest together in this bustling city and start their life in the world of two.
Li Xiaofen is a sunny and cheerful girl, she loves the guitar and reading, and grew up under her father's strict but loving education. There is also a younger brother in the family, and the family atmosphere is very harmonious. Zhang Ming graduated from a business class, has a flexible head, likes to talk about economics and financial management, and occasionally shows a little cleverness. He has always dreamed of building a warm home with Li Xiaofen.
On the day of the move, Li Xiaofen was like a busy little bee, sorting out the clothes and daily necessities of the two, while Zhang Ming was carrying heavy objects. "Xiaofen, what are you going to do with these snacks?" Zhang Ming asked with a smile pointing to the mountain of snacks.
"Keep it and eat it at night when you watch a movie." Li Xiaofen said lightly.
"Why don't we buy some greenery or something to add some flavor to life?" Zhang Ming proposed.
Li Xiaofen nodded and agreed with a smile: "Okay, then you are responsible for selecting plants, and I am responsible for taking care of them." ”
The two were busy, and Zhang Ming occasionally made some small movements to make Li Xiaofen happy. But behind the humor and laughter, Zhang Ming is always full of expectations and idealizations for this kind of life. He imagined that two people could watch movies together, cook together on weekends, and massage each other to relax when they were tired from work, such a warm picture of life.
After a few days, the two finally settled down a little. Late one night, when Li Xiaofen changed her clothes and was about to go to bed, Zhang Ming accidentally caught a glimpse of a scar on Li Xiaofen's chest. He was stunned, and then asked suspiciously, "What's going on?" ”
Li Xiaofen was a little embarrassed, but still said frankly: "It has been caused by an accidental fall when I was a child for many years. ”
"Oh...," Zhang Ming's voice was a little low, and then he turned around unnaturally, "I'll go take a shower." ”
Li Xiaofen felt the sudden change in Zhang Ming's mood and wanted to explain something, but she didn't say it after all. The sudden estrangement between the two was like a dark cloud, quietly enveloping this fledgling small family. From that silent night, the relationship between the two seemed to sink into a delicate state of cold war. Zhang Ming often comes back late or is addicted to his phone and games, while Li Xiaofen tries to make up for this embarrassment by doing more housework, but apparently this has not worked as well as it should.
One day, Li Xiaofen decided to break this deadlock, and she took the initiative to talk to Zhang Ming.
"Zhang Ming, shouldn't we have a good talk?" Li Xiaofen asked cautiously.
Zhang Ming put down the gamepad in his hand and replied impatiently: "What are you talking about?" Didn't I just take a look at your scar? ”
Li Xiaofen sighed: "I know that surprised you, but I don't want such a small matter to affect us..."
"Xiaofen, don't say that, it's not your problem," Zhang Ming explained a little embarrassedly, "Maybe I still need time to get used to the life of the two." ”
Li Xiaofen nodded, and although this conversation didn't really solve the problem, at least they didn't stay silent.
As time goes on, the small frictions in life gradually increase. Li Xiaofen is dissatisfied with some of Zhang Ming's habits, such as Zhang Ming's frequent throwing wet towels on the bed.
"Zhang Ming, can you remember to hang up the towel? The beds were all wet. Li Xiaofen reminded gently.
"Oh, I'm sorry, I'm in a hurry today, so I forgot." Although Zhang Ming's attitude is acceptable, the recurrence of such situations is still annoying.
In terms of values, Zhang Ming and Li Xiaofen also have a lot of differences. On a weekend, Li Xiaofen hoped that the two could do public welfare activities together.
"Zhang Ming, will we go to that volunteer teaching activity together tomorrow?"
Zhang Ming frowned: "I still have work to do this weekend, let's do it next time." ”
"Didn't you say you wanted to do something meaningful together?" Li Xiaofen looked a little dissatisfied.
Zhang Ming just said lightly: "Work is also very meaningful." ”
The arguments between the two gradually became more frequent. After a quarrel, Zhang Ming apologized vaguely, but Li Xiaofen was still unwilling, feeling that this kind of life was not what she expected.
Until one day, Li Xiaofen hopes to plan the future with Zhang Ming.
"Zhang Ming, shouldn't we think about our future plans? Like what... Getting married and buying a house. ”
"Xiaofen, these big things are not in a hurry," Zhang obviously avoided a little, "Now that we have just started to live together, let's run in first." ”
Li Xiaofen can feel Zhang Ming's hesitation and confusion about the future. When she asked him what he thought of this relationship, Zhang Ming's hesitation and hesitation made Li Xiaofen's heart cut like a knife.
That night, neither of them said much. There was an oppressive atmosphere in the living room, and they realized that living together was far from being as simple and beautiful as they imagined. And the scar on Li Xiaofen's chest, like an invisible gap between them, exists silently, gradually narrowing the distance between each other's hearts. As the days passed, Zhang Ming's attitude became more and more cold, and the communication between the two became less and less. One night, Li Xiaofen came home from work and found Zhang Ming sitting on the sofa, silent.
"Zhang Ming, what's wrong with you? What the hell is wrong with us? Li Xiaofen spoke with a worried mood.
Zhang Ming raised his head, his eyes a little evasive: "Maybe I'm not mature enough, facing our relationship and... I can't accept your scars. ”
Li Xiaofen felt like a knife, but she still tried her best to stay calm: "My scar is a part of me, just like my soul. Haven't we been talking about accepting each other's imperfections for so long? ”
"I know, but I..." Zhang Ming said halfway through, when he suddenly got up, picked up his coat and walked out the door.
"You're just leaving?" Li Xiaofen's voice choked.
Zhang Ming didn't answer, just silently closed the door, Li Xiaofen listened to the footsteps outside the door, tears rolling in her eyes.
That night, Li Xiaofen leaned against the window alone, counting the stars outside. She looked at her scar again, the mark of a car accident a few years ago. She thought that this experience would make her stronger, but she didn't expect it to become an obstacle in her love life.
The next day, Zhang Ming did not go home, and the phone was turned off. Li Xiaofen, who is alone, began to face all kinds of trivial things in life, she did laundry, cooked, worked, and tried her best to get her life back on track. Despite this, there is always a corner of her heart waiting for Zhang Ming's return.
A few days later, Zhang Ming finally appeared at the door of the house, his eyes were a little red, and he obviously had gone through a struggle.
"Xiaofen, I think clearly." Zhang Ming broke the silence, "I always thought I could accept all of you, but when faced with reality, I flinched. ”
Li Xiaofen took a deep breath, "Actually, I've always been afraid that this day will come, afraid that you will leave because of my imperfections. ”
"I was wrong, Fen." Zhang Ming held Li Xiaofen's hand tightly, "I only understand now that true love does not lie in superficial appearance, but in the union of two hearts." ”
A glint flashed in Li Xiaofen's eyes, "Then what are we going to do, can we go back to the past?" ”
"I don't know, but I'm willing to try, willing to learn how to be a better me, a partner worthy of your dependence." Zhang Ming's eyes were sincere.
The two hugged each other tightly, and at that moment, despite the unknown road ahead, they knew that their love could only go far if they worked together, forgiving, and understanding with each other. Zhang Ming's return did not immediately eliminate all estrangements and misunderstandings, but they began to learn to solve problems through communication. Li Xiaofen proposed that the two have a regular heart-to-heart talk, and Zhang Ming also began to take the initiative to take on housework and care about Li Xiaofen's thoughts.
One afternoon on the weekend, the two sat on the balcony together, holding freshly brewed tea, and Li Xiaofen asked softly, "Zhang Ming, what do you say we will do in the future?" ”
Zhang Ming pondered for a moment, "I can't guarantee how perfect it will be, but I am willing to face every challenge in the future with you." ”
Their conversations are filled with mutual commitment and anticipation for the future. Li Xiaofen put forward her own thoughts: "I think everyone has shortcomings, and if we can tolerate each other's shortcomings together, then this is the truest love." ”
Zhang Ming nodded in agreement: "Yes, 'perfection' is never the whole of love. I learned from you what true tenacity and courage are. ”
As the days passed, the lives of the two became more and more harmonious. Zhang Ming will accompany Li Xiaofen to do public welfare, and Li Xiaofen will also support Zhang Ming's work. They quarrel less and less, and their patterns of getting along are becoming more and more mature.
One night, Zhang Ming suddenly asked: "Xiaofen, do you think we should think about getting married?" ”
Li Xiaofen was stunned for a moment, then smiled: "Do you think we are ready?" ”
Zhang Ming said quietly: "I think that as long as we are willing to work together, then nothing is impossible. ”
The two people hold hands and walk together on this path to the unknown but full of hope. Their love, like the aroma in tea, is more mellow and lasting after experiencing twists and turns.
Over time, Li Xiaofen and Zhang Ming not only deepened their understanding of life, but their love also matured. They understand that regardless of their outward imperfections, their inner emotions and expectations for their future life together are the most precious.
At the end, Li Xiaofen and Zhang Ming sat on the sofa that they had long been accustomed to, and Zhang Ming asked softly: "Xiaofen, if I hadn't left at the beginning, would we have learned how to love earlier?" ”
[This content is a fictional short story, and any name, place name, or other aspects involved in the text have nothing to do with reality (without any implications). If there is any similarity, it is purely a coincidence, please read it rationally. 】