Sirin Patanothai, one early morning in 1976, sat in front of the window, his heart full of longing for the distant land.
Her eyes were set to the far north, where her "Father Zhou" was home.
She muttered in her mouth over and over again, "Daddy Zhou, I miss you so much." ”
Everyone knows that ** has never had children, so why would this Thai girl call him "Daddy Zhou"?
Who is she, a mysterious woman?
Two young siblings from Thailand.
Thailand is the only country in Southeast Asia that has not been colonized.
Since the Anglo-Burmese War in the 19th century, the region has gradually become the target of colonial expansion by Western countries.
Although the treaty between Britain and France made Thailand a buffer zone, thus avoiding direct colonial rule, it did not insulate Thailand from outside influence.
Thailand suffered from the Japanese invasion and occupation during World War II, which caused severe damage to its economy.
Thailand was under the influence of the United States for a long time after the war.
In this context, Thai Prime Minister Sam Patanotai began to explore new diplomatic strategies to reduce dependence on external powers.
With the desire to maintain Thailand's independence, Pathano Thai expressed his willingness to establish friendly relations with China in the face of the intricacies of international politics in the fifties.
He decided to take the bold step of sending his children to China for an education.
When he was flipping through Chinese history books, he was also sending his children to China to study.
I stumbled upon the concept of "proton" in ancient China - that is, in order to show sincerity, the defeated country would send its children to study or live in the victorious country.
Sang Patanowhai was fascinated by the idea, which he conveyed to his family and was supported by his son and daughter.
Subsequently, he proposed to China ** and was willing to send his children to China to study, in order to express Thailand's sincere willingness to establish friendly relations between China and Thailand.
This bold and unique move by Sam Pathano not only shows his deep understanding of foreign affairs, but also his far-reaching consideration for Thailand's future.
In this way, Cillin and her brother embarked on a journey to Beijing.
Here, they not only learned the Chinese language and culture, but also established a deep teacher-student relationship with the then Chinese premier***.
What they get in a foreign country is not only the guidance of their mentors, but also the care of ***.
He taught them the core of Chinese culture and gave them thoughtful care for their studies and lives.
During his years of living in China, Xilin experienced many historic moments.
She personally attended the National Day Celebration of China and witnessed first-hand the continuous development of Thai-Chinese relations.
Her trip to Beijing was both a journey of learning and spiritual growth.
Her brother and her arrival to a certain extent filled the loneliness of not having children, and this matter was not known to Cillin.
The prime minister accepted a "goddaughter".
In 1925, Guangzhou was the place where *** and Deng Yingchao were combined.
Soon after marriage, Deng Yingchao found out that she was pregnant.
However, given the revolutionary situation at that time and her personal physical condition, she decided not to keep the child.
Deng Yingchao became pregnant again in 1926, and this time she decided to give birth to the child.
Sadly, the children died because their mother had a difficult birth.
The political situation was tense, and Deng Yingchao hurriedly left the hospital and went to Hong Kong to avoid the political turmoil.
She then traveled to Shanghai with her mother, who posted a missing person notice in the newspaper to help her reunite with ***.
After this encounter, Deng Yingchao really longed to have a child in her heart, but the doctor told her that due to long-term physical fatigue and tension, she may not be able to have children in the future.
For them, this news is undoubtedly a huge blow.
However, ** and Deng Yingchao were not bound by personal grief, but extended their care to more people in need.
Many people affectionately call *** "Uncle Zhou", and Deng Yingchao is respectfully called "Mother Deng", and they have become the spiritual pillars of many martyrs and orphans.
At this moment, Cillin and his brother walked over to ***, when Cillin was only 8 years old.
**Prime Minister and **Autonomous Region President**Lama.
Didn't see this little girl as a so-called "proton", but really loved her.
** and Deng Yingchao will take Xilin and his brother into their home, teach them Chinese, and cook delicious meals for them.
Xilin's Chinese level gradually improved, and his feelings for *** became deeper and deeper, and he even began to directly call *** "Father Zhou".
**Shake hands with Chang Yuan.
She often claims to be ***'s adopted daughter outside, and she also has her own Chinese name - Chang Yuan.
After living in China for more than a decade, Chang Yuan was successfully admitted to university. In 1970, she went to England to study.
Six years later, Chang Yuan set foot on Chinese soil again and met his "Father Zhou" again.
When we meet again, we do not feel strange, but are still full of family affection and familiarity that transcend blood.
The wheels of history are constantly rolling forward and changing.
Cillin's heart was filled with grief when the news of his death came in 1976.
She couldn't believe that the "Father Zhou" who once played such an important role in her heart had passed away.
She misses *** and her heart is full of memories of the wonderful years spent in China.
In order to miss *** forever, Xilin named his son "Chang Nian Zhou", which means that he will always miss "Father Zhou".
This title is not only a tribute to a great person, but also a legacy of a transnational friendship.
Xilin's experience is not only a personal story, but also a microcosm of the history of the development of Sino-Thai relations.
China is not only her second home, but also an important part of her emotional world, which has been throughout her life.
After returning to Thailand, Xilin still has a deep affection for China.
She conveyed her experiences and feelings in China to a wide audience in the form of writing and public speaking, aiming to promote the beauty of Sino-Thai friendship.
Her story has inspired generations to understand and cherish the friendship between different countries and cultures.
When we look back on history, we can feel that the story of Xilin is not only a testimony to the friendly relations between China and Thailand, but also a human emotional resonance that transcends borders, cultural and language barriers.
All in all. In this era of increasing globalization, the story of Xilin and *** reminds us that sincere exchange and understanding are the cornerstones of building world peace and cooperation.
With the passage of time, the influence of ** has far surpassed his status during his lifetime, becoming a kind of spiritual legacy, inspiring future generations.
The story of Cillin became a bridge between two countries and two cultures, promoting understanding and peace.
By tracing this history, we can not only perceive the weight of history, but also draw on the wisdom and strength of it, and contribute our own strength to building a more harmonious world.