My name is Li Na, I am 28 years old and I am a secondary school Chinese teacher. I was born into an ordinary working-class family, and my parents began preparing for my future marriage from a very young age.
I remember when I was in elementary school, my father started saving for me to make a down payment on my future wedding house. Every month he set aside only a small amount of money for his family, and the rest of the slightly wealthier part was put in the bank. My mother is also very frugal, and she never spends money indiscriminately when she buys clothes and goes to the supermarket.
Nana, this money is for you to find a good boy to marry and buy a house in the future. You have to remember the hard work of your parents and find someone who is good to you to start a family. "My father used to tell me that.
When I went to college, I fell in love with a boy named Zhang Qiang. Zhang Qiang is a top student in our department, handsome and talented, there are several boys who chase me, but I just like him.
Nana, I will be good to you and will give you a happy life in the future. Zhang Qiang often made this promise to me.
However, after graduating from university, Zhang Qiang's performance disappointed me. He was always doing nothing and was not trying to find a stable job. It was useless for me to urge him, he always said that he was young now and wanted to see more of the world.
My parents weren't happy about it. One day, my father came to me and said solemnly, "Nana, you are 28 years old, it's time to think about getting married and having children." How can a person like Zhang Qiang, who is not doing his job, give you happiness?Don't be fooled by him, remember the down payment we worked hard for you!”
I said, "Dad, you're right, I'll talk to Qiangqiang." ”
In the evening of the same day, I went to Zhang Qiang and talked to him about the problem.
Qiangqiang, my parents urged me to get married, what do you say we are going to do?I asked worriedly.
Zhang Qiang smiled and said, "Nana, you just believe me, I promise that I will mature and stabilize as soon as possible." Didn't we say when we were young that we would be together for the rest of our lives, can you give me a little more time?”
Just when I was torn between feelings and family responsibilities, a man named Wang Peng appeared.
Wang Peng is Zhang Qiang's old classmate and now works as chairman of a large company. Once at Zhang Qiang's class reunion, I was pulled by Zhang Qiang to meet with everyone.
Nana, this is my good brother Wang Peng, his company is now super successful, and he is the best mixed among our classmates. Zhang Qiang introduced to me.
Wang Peng greeted me very gracefully, he was dressed in a brand-name suit, and his polite style made my eyes shine. Unlike a lazy person like Zhang Qiang, Wang Peng looks very mature and steady, especially those big crystal eyes, which make me feel that he is a righteous and kind person.
After that day, Wang Peng often asked me out to eat and go shopping. He drove me around the mountains in a sports car of great value, and gave me designer bags and jewelry. Unlike Zhang Qiang, Wang Peng's life is full of charm and vitality, and he is also more able to take care of people. I found myself gradually attracted to his handsome and golden image.
Nana, I think you're a special girl, different from other girls. Stay with me and I'll make you live like a princess. Wang Peng said to me one time.
I'm a little shy, but I'm a little happy. The days with Wang Peng were so desirable that I almost got lost in this fresh and exciting feeling.
But when I think of Zhang Qiang and his parents, I feel very conflicted in my heart. Zhang Qiang still asks me out from time to time, saying that he will reform and give me a home. I know he truly loves me.
Nana, you say let's get married, I promise to work hard to support the family. Didn't we make an appointment before, and I'm ready now. Zhang Qiang said to me.
When I heard this, my heart was in turmoil. I obviously got along well with Wang Peng, but I still couldn't help but be moved by Zhang Qiang's sincerity. The bits and pieces of these years are still fresh in my memory.
I was really confused and miserable. Should I follow my parents' expectations and choose Zhang Qiang, or follow my heart and be with Wang Peng?
Just when I was in a dilemma, Wang Peng suddenly proposed to me.
One day, he drove up to my house in a sports car and asked his men to bring out a huge flower ball and diamond ring.
Li Na, I am deeply in love with you. Would you like to marry me and spend the rest of your life with me?Wang Peng knelt down on one knee, looked up at me and said.
I froze in place, shocked. Wang Peng's high-profile marriage proposal made me extremely panicked, and the richness of this gift also made me a little overwhelmed.
You don't have to give me an answer right away, you think about it slowly. But I'll keep waiting for you. Wang Peng said thoughtfully.
At the same time, Zhang Qiang learned of Wang Peng's marriage proposal, and he hurriedly came to me and asked me with jealousy
Nana, is it true that Wang Peng proposed to you?How can you carry me behind my back with other men?Didn't we say it would take a lifetime before?”
Qiangqiang, I'm really hard to do. Change yourselves and propose to me. I begged him.
Zhang Qiang was silent for a while, then nodded solemnly and said to me, "Okay, Nana, marry me." I'll mend my ways, and I'll treat you well. Is it okay to give me a chance to prove myself?”
I need time to think about it. It's a really hard decision for me. I choked up.
That night, I was tossing and turning in bed in agony. A rich man who loves me deeply proposes marriage, and a childhood sweetheart who promises me to change himself, this dilemma makes me extremely entangled. Should I follow my parents' expectations, or should I follow my heart?
Nana, you can make your own decisions about the marriage. Dad, I just want you to be happy. Mom looked at me lovingly and said.
I'm still confused. That night, I went for a walk on the school playground alone, gazing at the stars in the night sky and thinking about the direction of my life.
At this moment, a voice sounded behind me: "Nana, you are here." ”
When I looked back, it was Zhang Qiang. He gasped slightly, as if he had run to find this place.
Qiangqiang, you're here. "I was a little surprised.
Nana, I have to ask you face to face, do you want to marry me?I will prove myself with my actions. Zhang Qiang looked at me firmly.
Faced with Zhang Qiang's question, I couldn't answer it for a long time.
Qiangqiang, you let me think about it again. It's really, really hard for me. I looked away and whispered.
Nana, in fact, you already have the answer in your heart. We know each other, and this relationship lasts so many years, doesn't it?Zhang Qiang took a step closer and looked at me seriously.
Qiangqiang, you're right, but I'm in a mess right now, and I really can't give you an answer right away. I looked away again, tears rolling in my eyes.
Okay, I'll give you time. But I will fight you for it with my actions. Zhang Qiang said in a deep voice. He looked sad but determined.
We were all silent. The night breeze blows through the hall.
Good night, Nana. Take care of yourself. After a long time, Zhang Qiang said softly, and then turned around and left.
I watched his back drift away, and tears finally welled up in my eyes.
In the evening, he picked me up in his car and took me to the restaurant we frequented most at university. Zhang Qiang uncharacteristically wore formal clothes, and deliberately took the place where we used to sit.
Nana, this is where I proposed, don't say no to me. Zhang Qiang said to me with a smile.
When I saw him like this, I was thrilled. Memories of the past came back, and I was almost ready to tell him my answer.
Nana, you've lost weight these days, I must have bothered you. I've ordered everything you like, eat it slowly. "Zhang Qiang thoughtfully added food for me and sandwiched all my favorite dishes into my bowl.
Zhang Qiang this night gave me hope. If a person is determined to change, he can become a better person. I began to waver, wanting to say yes to his proposal directly.
When Zhang Qiang sent me home, he reluctantly said goodbye to me: "Nana, I will wait for your reply." See you tomorrow. ”
I watched him go, and I couldn't sleep for a long time. I'm really uncomfortable and blame myself, why should I let two men be sad for me?What can I do to compensate them?
I came to Wang Peng's company and made an appointment with him through the front desk. Wang Peng quickly walked out and looked at me with concern: "Nana, your face is not very good, is there anything wrong with coming to me?"”
I mustered up the courage to tell the story of me and Zhang Qiang. Wang Peng listened quietly, and then said gently: "Nana, I understand your difficulties. You don't have to feel sorry for me, your own happiness is the most important thing. ”
I'm really sorry, Peng. You're so good, but I'm making you sad. I bowed my head in embarrassment.
Silly girl, we are not in love, you don't have to blame yourself. Wang Peng smiled and comforted me.
It was just a whim, I liked you so much that I couldn't help but express my heart. But I'm not going to force you. Wang Peng looked at me gently.
Thank you, Peng. I will always remember how good you were to me. I hugged Wang Peng excitedly.
Go, a ride to the mountains, a ride to the water. We're still good friends. Wang Peng patted me on the shoulder like an elder.
After breaking up with Wang Peng, my heart is a lot clearer. I began to prepare for my marriage to Zhang Qiang wholeheartedly.
When Zhang Qiang learned of my idea, he was very excited. He began to make time to spend with me in choosing a house, an engagement ring, and a job, and assured me that he would definitely work hard to earn money to support my family.
Nana, I promise to give you a happy life in the future, and will be a responsible husband and father!Zhang Qiang held my hand and said sincerely.
Well, I believe in you. I smiled and shook his hand back.
Our parents were also very supportive, and they happily handed me the down payment for my wedding home. "Nana, Zhang Qiang, this kid is good, you must be happy. My father said to me with a smile.
The wedding took place on a sunny weekend. I put on my wedding dress and walked into the church, and Zhang Qiang waited under the stained window with tears in his eyes. We fulfilled our sacred vows with the blessings of our family and friends.
Nana, I will always love you and cherish you. Zhang Qiang whispered in my ear.
Me too, strong and strong. I looked at him with tears in my eyes.
On the wedding night, Zhang Qiang gently picked me up and stepped into our new nest of love. The courtyard is planted with flowers and trees carefully selected by him, and the furniture arrangement also reflects his dedication to life.
We will spend every wonderful day and night here. Zhang Qiang looked at me lovingly.
Well, I'm so happy. "I leaned on Zhang Qiang's arms and felt the hard-won happiness.
After getting married, Zhang Qiang fulfilled his promise and worked hard to make money. I also do my best to take care of the housework and be a good wife and mother. We understand and support each other, and we live happily ever after.