In the world of feelings, two people go from knowing and understanding, to falling in love, and then to becoming more intimate, which is like a section of road that two people have walked together, and the scenery and speed on the road are different.
Some people, as soon as they meet like old friends, quickly get closer, as if their relationship is inherently compatible, and it doesn't take long to decide to be more intimate. It's like going to an amusement park with your friends and falling in love with the most exciting roller coaster at a glance and can't wait to get on it.
But there are also people who walk more slowly, as if they are walking, chatting while walking, watching the scenery, and enjoying each other's company. They want to get to know each other better, so they don't rush to speed up. It's like walking in the park with your family, walking slowly, but walking steadily with every step, and enjoying the process.
Just like Xiaoli and Xiaoming, they chatted online for a long time before they met. They didn't rush to do anything, but chose to get to know each other well first to see if the other person was the right person. They had a lot of good time together, and after half a year, they decided that the time had come and decided to get closer. It's like you've done a lot of things with someone you like, and at the end of the day you think, "Well, it's him/her," and then it's just naturally together.
For others, they may have known each other for a short time, felt that they were a good fit for each other, and quickly decided to take it a step further. It's like you go to the store to buy something, you take a fancy to the dress at first sight, try it on and think it fits perfectly, and then you decide to buy it.
Overall, how long it takes to go from recognition to intimacy really varies from person to person. Some people are fast, some people are slow, but as long as both people feel comfortable, that's the best speed. It is important that two people treat each other with sincerity, respect each other's feelings, and enjoy the journey together.