That was in 1996. At that time, I was a small cadre in the factory, and although I was not a big official, I was also full of confidence in the future. One day, my mother arranged for me to go on a blind date, saying that the other party was a good girl, handsome and capable. I went to see the girl with great joy, and her name was Xiaofang.
We met in a small restaurant, and we had a fairly speculative conversation. Xiaofang is really handsome, with black hair and big eyes, I fell in love with her at a glance. But I have a problem, that is, I like to talk about things at work. At that time, I was waiting for a promotion, thinking that if I became a family, I would be able to go to the next level.
However, fate played a joke. The promotion was in vain, because the leader in the factory had changed, and the new leader was not very interested in me. It made me feel more stressed and irritable. One day, I was dating Xiaofang and couldn't help but tell her about it. Unexpectedly, she turned her face with me because of this, saying that I was useless, and resolutely broke up with me.
I felt like the sky was going to fall. But life still has to pass, I gritted my teeth, hid my sadness in my heart, and devoted myself to work. A few years passed, and with diligence and hard work, I finally got promoted and bought a house in the city.
On this day, I drove home in a new car and happened to run into Xiaofang. She is still so handsome, but there are a little more vicissitudes in her eyes. The two of us looked at each other speechlessly, and after a long time, she spoke: "How are you doing?" ”
I smiled and said, "Okay, what about you?" ”
She lowered her head and whispered, "I, I regret it." ”
I was stunned, I didn't expect her to say such a thing. She continued: "Back then, I shouldn't have broken up with you because of that. Actually, I've always liked you, but I was too young and ignorant at the time. ”
I had mixed feelings and didn't know what to say. We were silent for a moment, and then I whispered, "Let it pass, we're all doing well, aren't we?" ”
She nodded, tears flashing in her eyes. After we said goodbye, I drove away. Looking at Xiao Fang in the rearview mirror, I was full of emotion. Life is like a play, drama is like life, sometimes, a turn, is a lifetime.
Since then, I haven't seen Xiaofang again. She may have married a woman and lived an ordinary life. And I continue to work hard in the factory, for the sake of my family, for the sake of life. That period of the past, like an old song, occasionally rings in the bottom of my heart, which makes people have endless memories.
The days passed quietly like flowing water, and in a blink of an eye, the efficiency of the factory was getting better and better, and my position was also rising, and I became a senior leader in the factory. In the dead of night, I always think of Xiaofang, think of that youthful past, and I can't help but feel a little regretful in my heart.
One day, after entertaining clients, I was walking home alone when I suddenly saw a familiar figure in front of me. I walked over quickly and found that it was Xiaofang. She looked tired, carrying a shopping bag, as if she had just returned from the supermarket.
"Xiaofang, so coincidental?" I asked tentatively.
She looked up and saw me with a look of surprise on her face. "It's you, it's so late, why are you here?" There was surprise in her voice.
I smiled, "I'm just done socializing, and I'm going home." What about you? ”
"I just came back from the supermarket and didn't expect to meet you." There was a hint of panic in her eyes, as if she didn't want me to see her now.
The two of us chatted like old friends on that familiar street. She told me that she had not had a good time all these years, that she was married to a man who was average to her, and that the trivialities of life had exhausted her. When I heard this, I had mixed feelings and didn't know what to say.
"Actually, I've always wanted to find an opportunity to apologize to you." She said suddenly.
I shook my head, "It's all over, don't mention it." ”
"No, I must say. Back then, I was too young, too willful, and didn't know how to cherish. Actually, I've always liked you, but at that time, I was blinded by the so-called reality. Her voice trembled.
I was silent for a moment, then said, "We've all grown up and learned to face reality. Perhaps, this is fate. ”
That night, we talked for a long time, as if to fill in the gaps of all these years. As I was leaving, I handed her a business card, "If you have any difficulties, feel free to come to me." ”
She took the business card, smiled and said, "Thank you, maybe, we will become friends." ”
I nodded, looking at her departing back, and an inexplicable feeling welled up in my heart. Over the years, I have always thought that I had let go of Xiaofang, but when I see her again, my heart will still move for her.
Since then, Xiaofang has occasionally called me and we chatted like friends. I also try to care about her life outside of work. However, we all know in our hearts that the lost youth has long been irretrievable.
Time passed like this, and the relationship between me and Xiaofang has always maintained the distance between friends. I know that we are no longer young, and those former passions and aspirations have long been smoothed out by the years. However, that beautiful memory has always remained in the bottom of our hearts and has become the most precious treasure in our lives.
As the days passed, my connection with Xiaofang became closer and closer. We shared the trivial things of each other's lives, and talked about the troubles and joys of work. In the process, I found that she was still the independent and strong woman, but the weight of life made her a little breathless.
One day, Xiaofang suddenly called me, with a hint of nervousness in her voice: "Can you do me a favor?" My son is sick and needs to be hospitalized, but I am short on money and can't come up with that much money for the time being. ”
I immediately responded, "Don't worry, I'll arrange it for you." The children are important, and we can find a way to deal with money. ”
After hanging up, I immediately contacted a friend at the hospital to arrange surgery for Xiaofang's son. During my child's hospitalization, I visited her whenever I had time to bring her and her children some daily necessities and nutritional supplements. Xiao Fang looked at me with gratitude in her eyes.
One day after the operation, I was chatting with Xiaofang in the ward, and she suddenly said, "Thank you for always being by my side and caring for me like a friend all these years." Sometimes, I wish I could turn back time and start over. ”
I smiled and shook my head, "Let it pass, we're fine now." You are a good mother and a good friend, and I feel honored to be able to help you. ”
She sighed softly: "Yes, there are no ifs in life. Still, I want to say that knowing you is the luckiest thing in my life. ”
The two of us looked at each other and smiled, and at that moment, I felt as if we were back in our youth, and those good times came to mind.
On the day the child recovered and was discharged from the hospital, I drove Xiaofang and the child home. On the way, she suddenly proposed: "Let's go for a walk in the park and let the children bask in the sun." ”
I agreed, and walked with the mother and son in the park. The sun shines on the body, warm and comfortable. Xiao Fang watched her son run happily with a happy smile on her face.
At that moment, I suddenly realized that the happiness I had been looking for all these years was actually all around me. I looked at Xiao Fang, and a surge of courage swelled in my heart, and I said, "Xiao Fang, after so many years, I find that I still like you." If you want, we can start over, for the sake of the children, and for us. ”
Xiao Fang looked at me, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, and then she was deeply moved. She smiled and nodded: "Actually, I have been waiting for your words all along." ”
We held each other's hands tightly, as if to grasp the dying youth and welcome our new life. I know that there is still a long way to go and that we will face many challenges, but as long as we walk together, everything will be better.
Since then, Xiaofang and I have started a new life. We take care of our children together and face the bits and pieces of life together. Although we are no longer young, our hearts are still full of love. And those regrets have also been made up for in this sincere feeling. Life, after all, still left us a beautiful chapter.
Time passed like this, and my relationship with Xiaofang became more and more stable. We face the trivialities of life together, and share each other's joys, sorrows and sorrows together. While life doesn't always go our way, our hearts are always connected.
Xiaofang's son, Xiaoyu, has also grown up and become an important part of our lives. He is smart, lively, and has excellent grades, which is our common pride. Whenever I see him grow up happily, I feel that all the effort is worth it.
However, life is always full of surprises. One day, there was a serious problem with a major project in the factory, and as a senior leader, I was under tremendous pressure. During that time, I worked overtime late into the night almost every day, trying to figure out a solution to the problem. And Xiaofang has always been by my side silently supporting me, giving me encouragement and strength.
After a period of hard work, the problem was finally resolved and the project was able to continue smoothly. I breathed a sigh of relief, but at the same time, I also realized that I had neglected to accompany Xiaofang and Xiaoyu during this time. I decided to take them on a trip to make up for the regrets of this time.
We chose a picturesque town with beautiful beaches and warm sunshine. We had an unforgettable time there. Xiao Yu was playing happily on the beach, while Xiao Fang and I sat on beach chairs, watching the waves crash against the shore, our hearts filled with tranquility and contentment.
One evening, we strolled along the beach and watched the sun sink into the sea. I looked at Xiao Fang, and a warmth swelled up in my heart, and I said, "Xiao Fang, so many years have passed, we have experienced so much together, are you willing to marry me?" ”
Xiao Fang looked at me with tears in her eyes, she nodded and whispered, "I do." ”
At that moment, I felt extremely happy. I know that from now on, we will spend the rest of our lives together, no matter the storm, we will be close together.
Back in the city, we started planning for our wedding. Xiao Fang's son Xiao Yu also actively participated in the event and added more joy to our wedding. On the day of the wedding, Xiaofang was wearing a beautiful wedding dress with a happy smile on her face. I looked at her with gratitude and love in my heart.
Since then, our lives have been much happier. We face the challenges of life together and share the joy of life together. I know that we will encounter many difficulties, but as long as we support each other, nothing will be overcome.
As the years go by, our hair turns gray, but our hearts are still young. Those regrets have long been filled with happiness. Life, after all, still left us a beautiful chapter.