In the spring of 1986, I, a young man named Lin Hao, was excited to go on a blind date. I was 25 years old that year, working as a technician in a state-owned enterprise, with a stable job, a down-to-earth person, and a good young man in the eyes of my neighbors. My parents are simple farmers, and their greatest wish is to see that I can start a family as soon as possible.
That morning, I put on my best tunic suit, polished my leather shoes that I was only willing to wear on important occasions, rode the bicycle that rang everywhere except for the bell, and set out on the road to the county seat with full anticipation and a little nervousness. The blind date is a girl from a neighboring village, I heard that she is handsome, has a gentle personality, and is a good hand at living.
But who knows, fate always seems to like to joke with people. Shortly after I got out of the village, I met three girls who looked a little lost, as if they were lost. I stopped the car and asked if they needed help. It turned out that they had come to visit relatives in a nearby village, but the village was remote and difficult to find, and they had been wandering around for a while.
Looking at their anxious looks, I thought to myself, anyway, it's still early for the blind date, so it's better to help them find a place first. So, I took them around and around and finally delivered them to their destination after more than an hour.
After sending off the girls, I hurried to the blind date, but providence, when I arrived sweating profusely, it was already an hour later than the agreed time. The girl was obviously impatient to wait, and her impression of me was greatly reduced, and the blind date naturally ended.
I rode back on my bike disappointed, feeling a little guilty and a little frustrated. But when I thought about it, I was able to help others, which was a good thing, and I felt a lot more relieved.
As the days passed, I gradually let go of the blind date failure. I still commute to work on time every day, and my life is calm and monotonous. But I always remember that time when I helped the girls, especially one of them, Xiaofang, whose smile and grateful eyes often come to my mind.
Xiao Fang was one of the three girls, she was tall and tall, her eyes were bright, and she gave people a gentle and strong feeling. We had a brief conversation during that lead the way, and I was impressed by how well she spoke and behaved generously.
Just when I was about to forget about the blind date, one weekend afternoon, I was helping my parents with farm work at home when I heard someone calling my name outside the door. When I went out, it turned out to be Xiaofang. She was carrying a basket of eggs and said she was here to thank me for my help last time.
I hurriedly invited her into the house and sat down, and we talked about our lives and work. Xiaofang told me that she works as a nurse in a hospital in the county, and although the work is hard, she really likes the job that allows her to help others. I also told her about my daily life and the experience of that failed blind date.
We talked very speculatively, and time passed imperceptibly. When the sun was about to set, Xiaofang got up to say goodbye, I sent her to the entrance of the village, she suddenly said to me: "Lin Hao, you helped us last time, I have always been very grateful in my heart." I think you're a good person, and if you don't dislike it, I'm willing to be your friend. ”
I was stunned, and a warm current welled up in my heart. I looked at Xiao Fang's sincere eyes, nodded, and said, "Xiao Fang, I'm also very happy to meet you." ”
Since then, Xiaofang has become a part of my life. We often exchanged letters and occasionally met in person. Every time she came to the village, she would bring gifts to my parents, chat with them, and help them with household chores. My parents quickly fell in love with this kind, hard-working girl.
As time went on, I found that my feelings for Xiaofang were quietly changing. From the initial friendship, to the affection, to the deep affection, I realized that I might really be in love with her.
I started to take the initiative to ask Xiaofang out, we would go to the movies together, go for a walk in the park together, and talk about future dreams together. Xiaofang also opened her heart to me, she said that she admired me very much, and that my steadfastness and diligence made her feel at ease.
Our relationship gradually warmed up, but I knew in my heart that Xiaofang, as a nurse, had a stable job and good family conditions, while I was just a small technician and my family conditions were very average. I couldn't help but feel a little inferior, worried that I didn't deserve her.
Just when I was hesitating to confess to Xiaofang, an incident happened that made me make up my mind. On that day, Xiaofang was accidentally injured while working in the hospital and needed to recuperate at home for a while. After learning the news, I immediately asked for leave and rushed to the county seat to take care of her.
During the time when Xiaofang was recuperating, I did my best to take care of her, cook for her, do laundry, and chat with her to relieve boredom. Xiaofang's family saw it in their eyes and spoke more and more highly of me. They think I'm a responsible, responsible man.
As Xiaofang's body gradually recovered, our relationship also got better and better. Finally, one day, I mustered up the courage to confess my heart to Xiaofang. I told her that my life had become full of color since I met her and that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her.
Xiaofang listened to my confession, with tears in her eyes, and nodded. She said she loved me too and wanted to be with me.
Our relationship was supported and blessed by both parents. Soon after, we had a simple and heartwarming wedding and started living together.
Life after marriage is plain and happy. Xiaofang continued to work in the hospital, while I worked harder, hoping to give Xiaofang a better life. We support each other to face life's challenges.
A few years later, Xiaofang was admitted to the head nurse, and I was also promoted in the unit. Our living conditions have gradually improved, we have our own small family, and we have a lovely child.
Looking back, I am filled with emotion. Although the failure of that blind date disappointed me, if I hadn't had that experience, I wouldn't have met Xiaofang on the road, let alone gained this beautiful love.
I have profoundly realized that every setback and failure in life can be another arrangement of fate. As long as we remain kind and sincere, and treat everyone with our hearts, life will always surprise us inadvertently.